Abstract: The present invention relates to synergistic mixtures comprising at least one compound I and at least one active compound II as defined herein and to the use of these mixtures for combating phytopathogenic fungi, and to seeds coated with at least one such mixture. The invention also relates methods for combating harmful fungi using such mixtures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of 3,4-disubstituted pyrrole 2,5-diones of the formula I as defined in the description for controlling phytopathogenic fungi. Further the invention relates to novel compounds of the formula I.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of dithiine-dicarboximide compounds of formula I as defined in the description, and the N-oxides, and salts thereof for combating harmful fungi and seed coated with at least one such compound. The invention also relates to novel dithiine-dicarboximides, processes and intermediates for preparing these compounds and also to compositions comprising at least one such compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of dithiine-tetracarboximide compounds of formula I as defined in the description, and the N-oxides, and salts thereof for combating harmful fungi and seed coated with at least one such compound. The invention also relates to novel dithiine-tetracarboximides, processes and intermediates for preparing these compounds and also to compositions comprising at least one such compound.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of modified zinc oxide nanoparticles, which comprises reacting zinc oxide nanoparticles, which are dissolved in a solvent, in the presence of ammonia or amines with a tetraalkyl orthosilicate and optionally with an organosilane, with the proviso that the reaction takes place at a content of less than 5% by weight of water, based on the total amount of solvent and water. Modified zinc oxide nanoparticles which have Si—O-alkyl groups and are soluble in organic solvents, obtainable by this process for the preparation. Liquid or solid formulations which comprise modified ZnO nanoparticles. Inanimate organic materials, for example plastics or coatings, which comprise modified ZnO nanoparticles. Method of stabilizing inanimate organic materials against the effect of light, free radicals or heat, where modified ZnO nanoparticles, which optionally comprise UV absorbers and/or stabilizers as further additives, are added to the materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel triazole compounds of the formulae I and II as defined below which carry a sulfur substituent, to agricultural compositions containing them, to their use as fungicides and to intermediate compounds used in the method of producing them.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, use and compositions for combating harmful fungi and bacteria in plants. More specifically, it relates to methods and compositions for controlling, preventing, or treating plant pathogens using UV filters for combating phytotoxin-producing fungi and/or bacteria, in particular, for combating harmful fungi and/or bacteria producing photodynamically active phytotoxins.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agrochemical composition comprising pesticide and UV absorber. The invention furthermore relates to UV-absorbers and to the use thereof in agrochemical compositions. It moreover relates to a method of controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesirable plant growth and/or undesirable insect or mite infestation and/or of regulating plant growth.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, use and compositions for reducing sunburn damage in plants. More specifically, it relates to methods and compositions for controlling, preventing, or treating sunburn damage using UV filters.

Abstract: Improved metal oxide nanoparticles, in particular zinc oxides, are modified with silanes. The particles obtained in this way are suitable for an improved UV protection of polymers.

Abstract: Dispersion comprising functionalized metal oxide particles, polymerizable compounds and if appropriate a solvent and their use for stabilizing polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agrochemical composition comprising pesticide and UV absorber, and the abovementioned UV absorbers. The invention furthermore relates to the use of the UV absorbers in agrochemical compositions. It moreover relates to a method of controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesirable plant growth and/or undesirable insect or mite infestation and/or of regulating plant growth.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pigment colorants and more directly to a pigment composition comprising a pigment treated with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide polymer in the presence of added water. The invention also relates to a method grinding a mixture containing a pigment with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide in the presence of added water.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of modified ZnO particles in which a zinc salt and a base are mixed in a polar solvent and, if appropriate after the precipitation of a precipitation product, the polar solvent is removed and a residue is obtained, where the residue is taken up in a nonpolar solvent, surface-active substances are added, optionally further effect substances are added and then the modified ZnO particles are separated off from further by-products. Materials such as plastics, coatings or paints comprising modified ZnO particles. Methods for the incorporation of modified ZnO particles into materials, where the modified ZnO particles are incorporated into the materials in the form of dispersions or suspensions. Use of modified ZnO particles for protecting material against the effect of light, heat, oxygen or free radicals, as catalysts, for semiconductive films or cosmetic applications.

Abstract: Particles obtainable by the reaction of compounds which can form inorganic nanoparticles with organic molecules which comprise functional groups, and the use of these particles for the finishing of inanimate organic polymers, in particular for stabilization against the effect of UV radiation. Liquid formulations which comprise such particles, and also methods for the preparation of the particles and their liquid formulations. Powders which are obtainable from the abovementioned liquid formulations and also liquid formulations which are obtainable by redispersing the powders. Use of nanoparticles with organic light-absorbing compounds attached to the surfaces thereof for stabilizing polymers against the effect of light, free radicals or heat.

Abstract: The present invention relates to photoprotective preparations, in particular in the field of cosmetics, based on inorganic-organic mixed systems. The present invention relates in particular to photoprotective preparations comprising nanoparticles of at least one metal derivative, at least one photoprotective compound chemically bonded to these metal derivative nanoparticles, and at least one further organic UV photoprotective agent which is different from the photoprotective compound bonded to the metal derivative nanoparticles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of furopyrroles of general formula (I), comprising (a) heating a compound of the formula (II) under microwave irradiation optionally in the presence of an inert solvent, wherein A1 and A2 are C1-C18alkyl, C2-C18alkenyl, C2-C18alkynyl, C5-C8cycloalkyl, C5-C8cycloalkenyl, aryl or heteroaryl, A3 is hydrogen, C1-C18alkyl, cyanomethyl, Ar3, —CR30R31—(CH2)m—Ar3 or Y—R32, wherein R30 and R31 independently of each other stand for hydrogen or C1-C4alkyl, or phenyl which can be substitute up to three times with C1-C4alkyl, Ar3 stands for aryl, C5-C8 cloalkyl, C5-C8cycloalkenyl or heteroaryl, which can be substituted one to three times with C1-C9alkyl, C1-C8alkoxy, halogen or phenyl, which can be substituted with C1-C8alkyI or C1-C8alkoxy one to three times, and m stands for 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4, R is C1‘-C18alkyl, in particular C1-C4alkyl, aryl, in particular phenyl, or aralkyl, in particular benzyl, which can be substituted one to three times with C1-C8alkyl, C

Abstract: An anhydrous self-warming composition includes a heat-generating powder having a reduced size generally coated with a combination of oils and/or waxes to minimize a later reaction rate when combined with water and enable an increased duration heating cycle. Additional components may optionally include alternative surfactants, skin benefit agents, fragrances, flavors, and colors.