Abstract: Crystalline ferroborosilicate compositions are prepared from a silica containing mixture by digesting a reaction mixture comprising a tetraalkylammonium compound, a sodium hydroxide, a boron compound, an oxide of silicon, an iron ion source, an optional chelating agent and water to provide the crystalline ferroborosilicate which is then palladium ion-exchanged. This composition may be used alone or physically mixed with a methanol catalyst. Conversion of synthesis gas, dimethylether, ethylene and methanol to low molecular hydrocarbons employing these new ferroborosilicates as catalysts is also disclosed.

Abstract: Liquid copolyesters useful as plasticizers for vinyl resins are provided. The copolyesters are obtained by the esterification of specific aliphatic dicarboxylic acid ester mixtures with 1,4-butanediol and an aliphatic saturated monofunctional alcohol. The copolyesters have acceptably low solidification points; they are resistant to hydrocarbon extraction; and they impart good low-temperature flexibility to PVC compositions plasticized therewith.

Abstract: A halogenated ethylene-vinyl acetate-isobutene terpolymer is provided that has improved thermal stability.

Abstract: Liquid copolyesters useful as plasticizers for vinyl resins are provided. The copolyesters are obtained by the esterification of specific aliphatic dicarboxylic acid ester mixtures with 1,4-butanediol and an aliphatic saturated monofunctional alcohol. The copolyesters have acceptably low solidification points; they are resistant to hydrocarbon extraction; and they impart good low-temperature flexibility to PVC compositions plasticized therewith.

Abstract: Sulfur vulcanizable partially hydrolyzed ethylene-vinyl acetate terpolymers and processes for producing these products are disclosed.

Abstract: Pillar candles which upon burning develop a decorative, aesthetically pleasing, free-standing shell having a filigree or lace-like pattern are provided. The candles consist of a fatty acid fuel composition, predominantly stearic acid and palmitic acid, and a 27-45 ply flat cotton wick. To obtain the desired decorative effect, the ratio of wick size to candle diameter is maintained at 12 to 19 plies per inch.

Abstract: A process for converting an alkoxyalkadiene to an alkyl dialkoxyalkanoate is disclosed. The process involves contacting an alkoxyalkadiene with carbon monoxide and an alkanol in the presence of a catalytically effective amount of a cobalt catalyst.

Abstract: A solid state thyristor bridge inverter power supply for an ozonator in which the width and the amplitude of the ozonator current can be controlled and the ozonator voltage can be selectively reset. The power supply circuit includes a diode bridge rectifier for converting a commercial AC power main into a direct current power source which is coupled to a current source DC/AC inverter through a inductor and a current detecting circuit. A current amplitude control circuit controls the output current of the DC power source by comparing the output of the detecting circuit with a reference set point. Logic circuits are provided for controlling the frequency and the width of current pulses applied to the ozonator.

Abstract: Fragranced compositions and fragranced articles containing an aroma-augmenting or aroma-enhancing amount of a 2,3-dihydrofuran corresponding to the formula ##STR1## wherein R' is an alkyl group having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R** is an alkyl group having from 1 to 5 carbon atoms, R.sub.1 is an alkyl group having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R.sub.2 is hydrogen or an alkyl group having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, and R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are hydrogen or a methyl group, and a process for obtaining same are provided.

Abstract: Copolymerization of ethylene and a C.sub.3 -C.sub.20 alpha-monoolefin at high temperature gives a low density polyethylene having a density of between 0.91 and 0.93 g/cc. The copolymerizations are accomplished with a catalyst made by co-comminuting an anhydrous magnesium halide, an anhydrous aluminum halide, a titanium compound, and at least one electron donor, and a cocatalyst comprising a synergistic mixture of an alkyl aluminum chloride and an oxygen-containing aluminum compound having oxygen attached to at least one aluminum valence.

Abstract: A new class of compounds, the alkyl 9-alkoxy-7-nonenoates, is disclosed. These compounds are important intermediates in the synthesis of sebacic acid.

Abstract: A versatile pulsed voltage resonant inverter power supply for an ozonator which results in the efficient operation thereof. A resonant inverter ozonator power supply comprises a DC power source and a DC/AC thyristor inverter coupled at its outputs to the primary winding of a high voltage transformer. The ozonator load is connected across the secondary winding of transformer and provides a discharge path during each high frequency cycle. First and second embodiments of control circuits are disclosed for generating gating control signals for the thyristors. The switching frequency at which the thyristors are triggered is selected to be lower than the circuit resonant frequency in order that the load voltage supplied by the inverter is substantially pulsed, and a pulse burst modulation mode is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the production of esters by reaction of an alkyl acyclic allylic ether such as 8-methoxy-1,6-octadiene with carbon monoxide in the presence of a halide of nickel, cobalt or iron as a catalyst and especially nickel iodide for the production of esters. Carbonylation of 8-methoxy-1,6-octadiene results in the production of methyl-3,8-nonadienoate; 2-(carbomethoxymethyl)-vinylcyclopentane; 2-(carbomethoxymethyl)-6-vinylcyclohexanone and 2-carbomethoxymethylbicyclo(3.3.0)-octan-3-one.

Abstract: An apparatus and process for the extrusion of linear low density polyolefins. The apparatus comprises an extruder die including a cylindrically shaped central opening; and a die pin held within the central opening and forming, with the extruder die, an extrusion inlet and an extrusion outlet. The extruder die and the die pin also form a relaxation zone to receive a polyolefin conducted through the extrusion inlet and to relieve stresses in the polyolefin; a compression zone to receive the polyolefin from the relaxation zone and to compress the polyolefin into a tubular shaped film; and a stabilization zone to receive the polyolefin from the compression zone, to stabilize the shape of the tubular film, and to conduct the tubular film to the extrusion outlet.

Abstract: Crystalline palladium or platinum ferrometallosilicate compositions are prepared from a silica-containing mixture by digesting a reaction mixture comprising (a) a tetraalkylammonium compound, (b) a sodium hydroxide, (c) a titanium compound, an aluminum compound, or a manganese compound, (d) an oxide of silicon, (e) an iron ion source, (f) optionally, a chelating agent and (g) water to provide a crystalline ferrometallosilicate which is then palladium or platinum ion-exchanged. Conversion of synthesis gas to low molecular hydrocarbons with high C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 alkanes selectivity employing these new ferrometallosilicates as catalysts is also disclosed.

Abstract: A vinyl polymer composition comprising a vinyl polymer, a heat stabilizer, an impact modifier and an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer having improved impact resistance is disclosed. A process for forming the vinyl polymer composition is also set forth. In this process an improved processing aid, an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, is blended with a vinyl polymer, a heat stabilizer and an impact modifier.

Abstract: Balsamic fragrance compositions having fruity, fir needle notes with the character of fir balsam absolute are produced by reacting camphene, and ethylhaloacetate and di-t-butyl peroxide; reacting the mixture obtained therefrom with zinc and water; vacuum distilling the resulting product; and collecting a specified fraction.

Abstract: 9-methoxy-7-nonenal may be isomerized in the presence of methanol and ruthenium chloride to provide 1,1,9,9-tetramethoxynonane. The rates of reaction are increased by pre-formation of 1,1,9-trimethoxy-7-nonene and removal of the water generated prior to conducting the isomerization reaction.

Abstract: An intermetallic compound is disclosed formed by(a) mixing a compound having the structural formula R(R')Mg where R and R' are the same or different and are hydrocarbyl of 1 to 10 carbon atoms with a compound having the structural formula R.sup.1.sub.m Si(OR.sup.2).sub.n X.sub.4-(m+n) where R.sup.1 and R.sup.

Abstract: An improved process for the wet oxidation of malodorous gases obtained from sewage sludge drying operations is provided. Organic-enriched water having an oxygen demand of at least 5 mg per liter is utilized for the process.