Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure include a curable composition including an epoxy compound selected from the group consisting of aromatic epoxy compounds, alicyclic epoxy compounds, aliphatic epoxy compounds, and combinations thereof, a curing agent selected from the group consisting of novolacs, amines, anhydrides, carboxylic acids, phenols, thiols, and combinations thereof, and a phosphono-methyl-glycine.

Abstract: Embodiments include copolymers obtainable by reacting styrenic compound, maleic anhydride, and a cyclo-olefin, wherein the cyclo-olefin is selected from the group consisting of dicyclopentadiene, dicyclopentadiene derivatives, norbornene, norbornene derivatives, and combinations thereof. Embodiments include curable compositions having the copolymer, an epoxy compound and a solvent.

Abstract: A multifunctional aromatic amine hardener composition including the reaction condensation product of (a) at least one aniline and (b) at least one non-aromatic cyclic dicarboxaldehyde; and a reactive thermosettable resin composition including (i) at least one multifunctional aromatic amine hardener composition curing agent, (ii) at least one thermoset resin, and optionally (c) at least one catalyst; and a process for preparing a thermoset product from the thermosettable composition. The hardener composition above and a thermoset resin may be used to prepare a thermoset product with improved thermo-mechanical behavior.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure include polycyclopentadiene compounds represented by Formula (I): in which each X is either a hydrogen or a cyano group (N?C—), n has an average value from zero to 20; each m independently has a value of zero to 3; p has a value of zero to 20; each R is independently a halogen, a nitrile group, a nitro group, an alkyl group, an alkoxy group, an alkenyl group, or an alkenyloxy group, where the alkyl group, the alkoxy group, the alkenyl group, and the alkenyloxy group each independently contain 1 to 6 carbon atoms; and each Q is independently hydrogen or an alkyl group containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms. Embodiments of the present disclosure also include a curable composition that includes the polycyclopentadiene compound(s) of Formula (I) and a curing amount of a resin or a catalyst amount of a catalyst and/or a cure accelerating amount of an accelerating agent.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for polycyclopentadiene compounds that useful as an epoxide resin and/or as an adduct for a curable composition.

Abstract: A thermosetting monomer comprising at least two of an aryl-cyanato group and at least two of a phosphorus group.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a composition that includes a phosphorous-containing compound, a cyanate ester, an epoxy resin, and a maleimide. For the various embodiments, a viscosity of the composition increases less than 100% as measured by Gardner Bubble Viscosity a temperature of 23° C. in at least 3 days. For the various embodiments, the composition of the present disclosure can also include an aprotic solvent, such as a ketone. Embodiments of the present disclosure further include a composition that includes the phosphorous-containing compound, the cyanate ester, and the aprotic solvent. For the various embodiments, the composition can also include the epoxy resin and the maleimide. For the various embodiments, the composition does not include an aliphatic alcohol.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a phosphorus-containing epoxy resin. Embodiments of the present disclosure further include a curable composition formed with the phosphorous-containing epoxy resin and a cured epoxy formed with the phosphorus-containing epoxy resin. For the various embodiments, the cured epoxy formed with the phosphorus-containing epoxy resin can have a glass transition temperature within a range of at least 150 degrees Celsius to 200 degrees Celsius and a thermal decomposition temperature of at least 330 degrees Celsius.

Abstract: A thermosetting monomer comprising at least two of an aryl-cyanato group and at least two of a phosphorus group.

Abstract: A curable resin composition for composites and electrical laminates including (I) at least one thermoset resin composition; (II) at least one hardener; and (III) at least one reinforcing material; wherein the composite or electrical laminate has a balance of properties including a combination of (a) a Tg of at least about 150° C.; and (b) a water uptake of less than about 2.5 wt %.

Abstract: An epoxy resin composition prepared from a dihydroxydiphenyl-cycloalkane compound to form a diglycidyl ether of dihydroxydiphenyl cycloalkane compound which may be useful for making various products including, for example, powder coatings, composites and electrical laminates.

Abstract: A curable resin composition including (I) at least one thermoset resin composition; and (II) at least one hardener; wherein the powder coating has a balance of properties including a combination of high glass transition temperature and low water absorption.

Abstract: Compositions, thermoset compositions, and methods of forming the same, including an epoxy resin, a curing agent, and a silicone-acrylate core/shell rubber are disclosed.

Abstract: A composition comprising: a) an epoxy resin; and b) a hardener comprising a copolymer of: i) an ethylenically unsaturated anhydride, and ii) a vinyl compound, wherein the vinyl compound is styrene or a styrene derivative and wherein the copolymer has an anhydride content of less than 15 weight percent, based on the total weight of the copolymer, wherein said composition is prepared from a halogen-containing compound, and uses thereof, are disclosed.

Abstract: A composition comprising a) an epoxy resin; b) a hardener; and c) a stabilizer comprising a metal-containing compound, the metal-containing compound comprising a metal selected from the Group 11-13 metals and combinations thereof, and wherein said composition contains a non-halogen flame retardant is disclosed.

Abstract: A composition comprising: a) an epoxy resin; b) a hardener; and c) a stabilizer comprising a metal-containing compound, the metal-containing compound comprising a metal selected from the group consisting of Group 11-13 metals and combinations thereof, wherein the composition is prepared from a halogen-containing compound is disclosed.

Abstract: A method comprising (a) mixing a stabilizer comprising a metal-containing compound, the metal-containing compound comprising a metal selected from the group consisting of Group 11-13 metals and combinations thereof, into a dispersant to provide a dispersion; and (b) adding the dispersion to a varnish, is disclosed.

Abstract: A process comprising: contacting a) an epoxy resin; b) a compound selected from the group consisting of a phenol-containing compound, an isocyanate-containing compound, and mixtures thereof and c) a stabilizer comprising a metal-containing compound, said metal-containing compound comprising a metal selected from the Group 11-13 metals and combinations thereof; in the presence of a catalyst in an advancement reaction zone under advancement reaction conditions to produce an advancement reaction product is disclosed.

Abstract: Aromatic dicyanate compounds which comprise aliphatic moieties having at least about six carbon atoms and resins and thermoset products based on these compounds.

Abstract: Aromatic polycyanate compounds which comprise cycloaliphatic moieties, a process for the production thereof and resins and thermoset products which are based on these compounds.