Abstract: A one-pot, two-step process for the preparation of 2,3-bis(hydroxymethyl) bicyclo [2,2,1] heptane in a non-toxic solvent is described. The compound is used for the preparation of a polyester.

Abstract: The invention relates to 5-oxo-3-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid derivatives having the structural formula ##STR1## wherein X is selected from the group of ##STR2## R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are each H or CH.sub.3, and R.sub.1 is H or a hydrocarbon radical having from 1 to 20 carbon atoms, which derivative compounds are suitable as monomers which can be homopolymerized or copolymerized to yield high molecular weight materials having many useful properties and applications, among which is their ability to form complexes with water insoluble molecules which are normally not complexible with similar type polymers.

Abstract: What is provided herein are new and useful surfactants characterized by having a large number of hydroxyl hydrophilic groups therein with the formula: ##STR1## where R is a long chain alkyl group,Z is O or --NH, andn=1-4.

Abstract: A solution feed, solution polymerization method for making copolymers of maleic anhydride and an alkyl vinyl ether is described. In this process, maleic anhydride in a functional organic solvent is fed into a reactor precharged with an alkyl vinyl ether. The reactant solution is polymerized in the presence of a free radical initiator to provide copolymers in solution having low viscosities and high solids content.

Abstract: A method for conversion of ethylidene N,N'-bis-pyrrolidone, a by-product of the vinylation of 2-pyrrolidone, into 2-pyrrolidone starting material. This method is carried out by heating the by-product at an elevated temperature for a predetermined period of time, and recovering the 2-pyrrolidone conversion product therefrom for recycle into the vinylation process.

Abstract: A water soluble complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone, hydrogen chloride and iodine, and a process for making the same, is provided herein.

Abstract: A process for preparing donuts having reduced fat and substantially uniform texture is described herein. The process includes providing a donut mix containing about 0.2-10% by weight of polyvinylpyrrolidone blending with water, making donut shaped forms therefrom, and cooking by submersion in heated edible fat.

Abstract: What is described herein are polymerizable pyrrolidonyl 4,5-unsubstituted oxazoline monomers, homopolymers thereof, and copolymers with other monomers. A preferred polymerizable monomer compound is 2-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidon-4-yl)-2-oxazoline. The polymers herein have excellent hydrotropic properties thus increasing the water solubility of organic compounds previously considered as water insoluble, and exhibit complexation with water soluble cosolutes.

Abstract: An aqueous process is described for preparing water-resistant coatings of hydrophobic copolymers of a predetermined composition. The hydrophobic copolymers are made from hydrophilic comonomers such as a vinyl lactam and a polymerizable carboxylic acid. The hydrophobic copolymers are rendered water soluble with a volatile neutralizing agent, such as ammonium hydroxide, then coated onto a substrate and heated to provide the water-resistant coating, and, if desired, redissolved in an aqueous alkaline solution.

Abstract: What is provided herein is a process for preparing 2,3-bis(hydroxyethoxymethyl) bicyclo [2,2,1] heptane (BHEMBCH). In accordance with another feature of the invention, a polyester which is chain extended with BHEMBCH also is provided herein.

Abstract: What is provided herein are new and useful N-pyrrolidonyl alkyl amino 1,3,4-butanetriol compounds having the formula: ##STR1## where X is alkylene C.sub.1 -C.sub.5, andn is 1-4.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hydrolysis resistant, high molecular weight polymer represented by the formula ##STR1## wherein R is alkylene having from 3 to 8 carbon atoms which is optionally substituted with lower alkyl; R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are each hydrogen or methyl; wherein R.sub.7 and R.sub.8 are each alkylene having from 1 to 18 carbon atoms and are optionally substituted with alkyl; the sum of r and t is one or two; R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are each independently lower alkyl; R.sub.6 is alkyl, aralkyl or alkaryl having from 1 to 8 carbon atoms or N-alkylene lactam having from 3 to 8 carbon atoms; X.sup.- is an anion derived from the group of halogen, SO.sub.3, SO.sub.4, HSO.sub.4 and R.sub.6 SO.sub.

Abstract: A method for increasing the water-solubility of highly insoluble organic compounds by forming a novel complex product from the reaction between the organic compound and an oligomer of vinylpyrrolidone. The complex is highly stable and results in solubilities of the organic compounds in excess of 25-fold.

Abstract: Low oil potato chips which are crisp and flavorful are provided herein. The potato chips of the invention are made by coating suitable potato slices with polyvinylpyrrolidone to provide the potato slices with increased resistance to oil absorption during frying.

Abstract: This invention provides novel and useful surfactants having the formula: ##STR1## where R is a long chain fatty acid alkyl group, saturated or unsaturated, e.g. having from 8-22 carbon atoms, as for example, lauryl, stearyl, oleyl, palmityl, myristyl, and mixtures such as coco, tallow, etc.,M is a metal ion, preferably an alkali metal such as sodium, potassium, etc., andn is 1-6.

Abstract: Reduced oil French fried potato products, which have a crisp exterior and a soft interior, are provided herein. The potato products of the invention are made by coating French fry potato pieces with polyvinylpyrrolidone to provide the potato pieces with increased resistance to oil absorption during frying. The finished product has about the same moisture content as uncoated products.

Abstract: A method of generating iron/cobalt alloy filaments which includes atomizing and spraying a solution of dicobalt octacarbonyl in iron pentacarbonyl through an atomizing hole (12) into a reaction chamber (14) surrounded by a solenoidal field (19), while simultaneously decomposing the solution to produce iron/cobalt filaments.

Abstract: A composition containing an adhesive suitable for affixing dentures or ostomy devices to a mucous membrane, which adhesive is a mixture composed of(a) 75-25 wt. % of a blend comprising a divalent calcium salt and a monovalent sodium salt of a lower alkyl vinyl ether/maleic acid copolymer wherein the concentration of Ca is between about 10 and 15 wt. % of the blend; Na is between about 1.5 and about 4 wt. % of the blend and --COOH is between about 9 and about 25 wt. % of the blend;(b) 0-10 wt. % of a lower alkyl vinyl ether/maleic acid auxiliary metal salt wherein said metal is divalent magnesium and/or monovalent potassium and wherein said auxiliary metal represents between about 1.5 and about 15 wt. % of said auxiliary metal salt compound and(c) 25-75 wt. % of a stearic acid metal salt wherein said metal salt is magnesium stearate containing from 0% to about 75% sodium stearate.The invention also relates to the use of said composition as an adhesive used in association with mucous membranes.

Abstract: This invention relates to divinyl epoxy ethers having the formula ##STR1## wherein x and x' are integers each having a value of from 0 to 3 and to the preparation and use of the above divinyl epoxy ethers for metal, wood or plastic coatings which possess high resistance to solvents and improved flexibility over saturated epoxy compounds.

Abstract: A method for increasing the water-solubility of highly insoluble organic compounds by forming a complex product from the reaction between the organic compound and an aqueous solution of solid polyvinylpyrrolidone. The solubility of the organic compound can be increased at least 25-fold and the complex formed is highly stable at ambient conditions.