Abstract: Presented is a method of improving the incorporation of recycled bituminous products by using at least one surfactant as an alternative to the known rejuvenating oils, for the preparation of asphalt mixes containing recycled bituminous products. The use of such alternative surfactant(s) results in better mechanical properties of the asphalt mix, while using smaller amounts of fresh bitumen and greater amounts of recycled bituminous products.

Abstract: A composition of zinc salts of carboxylic acids. The carboxylic acids of the zinc salts include 0.5 to 6.0 mass % of a component (A), 0.05 to 1.2 mass % of a component (B) and 88.0 to 98.0 mass % of a component (C) described below. A ratio [(A)/(B)] of a mass of the component (A) with respect to a mass of the component (B) is 99/1 to 75/25, where (A) is a straight chain and saturated carboxylic acid having a carbon number of 12 to 22; (B) is a strait chain and unsaturated carboxylic acid having one unsaturated bond and a carbon number of 18, said unsaturated bond comprising a trans-form double bond; and (C) is a straight-chain and unsaturated carboxylic acid having one unsaturated bond and a carbon number of 18, said unsaturated bond comprising a cis-form double bond.

Abstract: An anti-settling agent composition for aqueous coating materials, comprising [A] a polyamide which is obtained by polymerizing a diamine having 2-12 carbon atoms and an excess amount, relative to diamine, of either a dicarboxylic acid having 4-36 carbon atoms or a mixture of a dicarboxylic acid having 4-36 carbon atoms and a monocarboxylic acid having 2-22 carbon atoms, and [B] a hydrophobic organic compound which is a hydrocarbon modified with 1-3 hydroxyl groups and/or carboxyl groups and having 10-54 carbon atoms, and which has a freezing point of 20° C. or less or does not have a definite freezing point. The anti-settling agent is able to be easily dispersed in a coating material even if directly added into the coating material without being diluted when added into the coating material, and which imparts the coating material with excellent anti-settling properties.

Abstract: A liquid colorant for use in molding or extruding plastic products comprises pigment dispersed in cottonseed oil.

Abstract: The present invention provides a powdered vinegar that comprises partly neutralized vinegar, i.e. vinegar derived acid that is partly neutralized with e.g. sodium and/or potassium hydroxide, and free vinegar derived acid. The invention also provides a process for producing such a powdered vinegar and the use of this powdered vinegar in a foodstuff or a beverage, e.g. as a preservative. The present process offers the advantage that it yields a stable, free flowing powdered vinegar that can suitably be used as a preservative in e.g. processed meat products. The powdered vinegar has a high content of free acid, is easy to dissolve and acts as an acidulant.

Abstract: Method for decorating green or fired ceramic bodies by inkjet printing including the use of a ceramic inkjet ink which is prepared by milling a ceramic inorganic pigment in an organic medium in the presence of a dispersing agent which is the reaction product of a polyethyleneimine and a 12-hydroxystearic acid and ?-caprolactone co-polyester, until the average particle size of the pigment is between 0.1 and 0.8 ?m.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for the production of a uranium trioxide yellowcake from a uranium peroxide precipitate, the peroxide precipitate being in the form of a low solids content, uranium rich feed slurry, the process including the stages of: a. thickening the feed slurry to produce a thickener underflow with a solids content in the range of 15 to 50% w/w and a thickener overflow; b. dewatering the thickener underflow to produce a solids cake with a solids content of at least 50% w/w and a dewater overflow; and c. calcining the solids cake at a temperature in the range of 450° C. to 480° C. to produce a calcined uranium trioxide yellowcake.

Abstract: A dental restorative composition is provided that includes a polymerizable resin, a substantially translucent structural filler, a nanofiller having a mean particle size less than 100 nm, and at least one rheology-modifying additive. In one embodiment, the structural filler has a refractive index substantially similar to that of the polymerizable resin, a coarse particle fraction, and a fine particle fraction having a mean particle size greater than 0.1 ?m and smaller than the mean particle size of the coarse particle fraction. The relative ratio of the coarse particle fraction to the fine particle fraction is in the range from about 12:1 to about 2:1 by volume, the particle size distribution of each fraction is essentially monomodal, and the D(90) of the fine particle fraction is less than or equal to the D(10) of the coarse particle fraction.

Abstract: A melt extrusion process for producing pelletized 100% additive blends using additives with lower Hausner ratio and larger particle size with granular form, compared to powder form of additives; also additive blends produced by such process. Extrusion throughput rate is increased using granular additive particle form with lower Hausner ratio than that of powder form. The productivity and efficiency of the process is enhanced by using a larger particle size of additives. Additive blends and polymer stabilization agent blends can be added in post-polymerization processes in resin manufacturing plants to enhance the processing and performance properties of polymers.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes an agricultural blend and a process of forming an agricultural blend. The agricultural blend includes a slag by-product from a process having a slag other than stainless steel slag or includes 11 atomic % silicon from a soluble compound and total silicon of less than about 30 atomic % silicon or greater than about 39 atomic % silicon. The process includes producing a slag by-product and blending the slag by-product with a liquid binder system to form the agricultural blend, the slag not being stainless steel slag.

Abstract: The subject matter of the invention relates to aqueous pigment preparations containing (A) 30 to 75% by weight of at least one inorganic white or colored pigment or a mixture of different inorganic white or colored pigments, (B) 0.01 to 15% by weight of at least one fatty acid ethanol amide ethoxylate of the formula (I), in which R1 is a linear or branched alkyl radical or alkenyl radical with 7 to 21 carbon atoms, and n is a whole number from 2 to 40, (C) 0.01 to 5% by weight of at least one amine of the formula (II), in which R2 is a linear or branched alkyl radical or alkenyl radical with 8 to 22 carbon atoms, identical to or different from R1, A represents an iminopropyl group —NH—CH2—CH2—CH2—, an oxyethyl group —O—CH2—CH2— or an oxypropyl group —O—CH2—CH(CH3)—CH2—, and a is a whole number from 0 to 5, wherein the compound of the formula (II); can be present in the form of an ammonium salt, and (E) water.

Abstract: A process of transesterifying biobased epoxidized vegetable oils with a dialkyl carbonate produces mixtures of epoxidized fatty acid cyclic glycerin carbonate esters and epoxidized fatty acid alkyl esters.

Abstract: A plastic composition may include a plastic or bioplastic portion and about 0.5%-50% hydrogenated saturated triglyceride. A method of making a plastic processing additive may include blending a hydrogenated saturated triglyceride with a second material to form an additive composition and pelletizing the additive composition. A pellet for plastics processing may include a first component comprising a hydrogenated saturated triglyceride and a second component comprising one of a wood product, a bioplastic, or a filler.

Abstract: A thermoplastic additive composition comprises an acetal compound and at least one co-additive. The acetal compound can be the product of the reaction between an alditol or a C1-substituted alditol and a benzaldehyde. The co-additive can be a fatty acid amide compound, a fatty acid ester compound, and/or a fluoropolymer. A thermoplastic composition comprises a thermoplastic (e.g., one or more polyolefins) and an additive composition as described above.

Abstract: A liquid colorant for use in molding or extruding plastic products comprises pigment dispersed in cottonseed oil.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a plasticizer composition, polymeric compositions containing the plasticizer composition, and conductors coated with the polymeric composition. The plasticizer composition includes a first plasticizer comprising epoxidized fatty acid alkyl esters and a second plasticizer comprising an epoxidized natural oil. The plasticizer composition, first plasticizer, and/or second plasticizer can undergo one or more color-reducing treatment processes, such as distillation, filtration, and/or peroxide treatment.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a plasticizer, polymeric compositions containing the plasticizer, and conductors coated with the polymeric composition. The plasticizer includes (i) an epoxidized fatty acid methyl ester, (ii) an epoxidized natural oil, and (iii) an epoxidized tallate ester. Polymeric compositions containing a polymeric resin and the plasticizer exhibit a weight loss less than 50 mg/cm2 after exposure to 100° C. for seven days. Conductors coated with the polymeric composition (containing the plasticizer) pass the low temperature unwind test of UL719 and exhibit a weight loss less than 50 mg/cm2 after exposure to 100° C. for seven days.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel bio-based dispersant comprising the reaction product of a natural triglyceridic oil, fatty acid oil or fatty acid oil derivative wherein said natural triglyceridic oil, fatty acid oil, or fatty acid oil derivative containing greater than about 80 percent of unsaturated or conjugated unsaturated fatty acids with a substrate capable of undergoing an ene or Diels Alder reaction to form an adduct that is further esterified and/or neutralized with an alkanolamine or alkoxylated alkanolamine.

Abstract: The invention provides an aqueous pigment anti-settling agent which, when added to an aqueous coating material, demonstrates excellent pigment anti-settling effect, and in particular, demonstrates excellent pigment anti-settling effect even under a high-temperature environment.

Abstract: The present invention is directed towards compositions having lecithin and a plasticizer. Processes for producing such compositions are further disclosed. The present invention is also directed towards uses of the novel compositions as a dispersant in order to disperse compounds, such as in the fields of coatings, inks, cosmetics and the like. In one embodiment, the dispersants of the present invention are used to disperse pigments.

Abstract: A masterbatch pellet is provided for obtaining a polyamide resin composition excellent in mechanical strength and heat aging resistance. The masterbatch pellet is obtained by melt-kneading a raw material component containing a thermoplastic resin (A) and a metal oxide (B), wherein a content of the metal oxide (B) is 0.5% by mass or more and a fraction of the metal oxide (B) after the melt kneading is present as an aggregated particle of 5 ?m or more in a major axis length. A proportion of the aggregated particle of 5 ?m or more in a major axis length in a whole metal oxide after the melt kneading is preferably 30% by mass or less.

Abstract: Non-flammable, VOC-free organosilane quaternary ammonium compositions are provided in the form of pure or substantially pure water-soluble products that have bactericidal, fungicidal and viricidal activity and which are capable of bonding to various surfaces to form durable hydrophobic coatings. The resulting compositions are free of unreacted chloropropyltrialkoxysilanes, alkylamines and organic solvents that would otherwise provide flammable, corrosive, and/or toxic properties thereby inhibiting their safe and effective use in surface care, personal care and coating products.

Abstract: Presently disclosed are high purity unsaturated fatty acid esters with an ester moiety characterized by having from five to seven members in a ring structure, which esters when epoxidized find particular utility as primary plasticizers in flexible polyvinyl halide applications. Also disclosed are processes for making the high purity esters.

Abstract: Novel carboxylic acid polyesters, and mixtures thereof, are useful as plasticizers such as for polyvinylchloride compositions. These polyesters and the other components of the mixtures are prepared from bio-renewable sources.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to blends that contain alkoxylated, lipophilic polyol compounds having about three moles of lipophilic, substituents per mole of polyol which are polyethylene glycol methyl glucose trioleate and polyethylene glycol methyl glucose dioleate and, more specifically, to the use of such compounds as thickeners in liquid surfactant compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a single phase acetylated castor component (SP-ACC). An acetylated castor component is purified to produce the SP-ACC which contains a reduced amount of, or no, insoluble component(s) therein. The SP-ACC enhances the performance and properties of plasticizers of which it is a component.

Abstract: A bio-resource resin for use as a replacement for a portion of asphalt in asphalt compositions includes a bio-oil derived from animal waste and including hydrocarbons; and a compatibilizing agent. The bio-oil is derived from animal waste by subjecting the animal waste to a conversion process selected from a hydrothermal conversion process and a thermochemical conversion process. This bio-resource resin can be employed as a substitute for a portion of asphalt in common asphalt compositions, and the compatibilizing agent improves the chemical compatibility between the bio-oil and the asphalt.

Abstract: A thermoplastic additive composition comprises an acetal compound and at least one co-additive. The acetal compound can be the product of the reaction between an alditol or a C1-substituted alditol and a benzaldehyde. The co-additive can be a fatty acid amide compound, a fatty acid ester compound, and/or a fluoropolymer. A thermoplastic composition comprises a thermoplastic (e.g., one or more polyolefins) and an additive composition as described above.

Abstract: A pigment dispersion for use in preparing liquid colorant formulations is based on a blend of fatty acids for use in a point of sale apparatus for charging a pre-pressurized package containing an initial paint formulation having a neutral or clear color to arrive at a matched or selected final color and sold directly to the end user.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a plasticizer system with improved electrical properties. The plasticizer system includes (a) a primary plasticizer consisting of an epoxidized vegetable oil and (b) a secondary plasticizer consisting of an epoxidized fatty acid ester, where the primary plasticizer is present in an amount greater than 50% by weight of the total plasticizer system weight.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bitumen or asphalt formulation for the pavement of road surfaces, said formulation comprising a mixture of bitumen and aggregates, and an additive package evenly distributed therein, said additive package comprising from about i) 10 to 60% by weight of an amine or modified amine surfactant, ii) from about 20 to 90% of an asphalt rheology modifying component.

Abstract: A mixture of linseed oil, paint thinner and pigment, blended in specified combination, is prepared for application to mortar—particularly old mortar—as a coloring agent. The mixture is suitable for use at repair sites comprising both old mortar and new mortar applied in making repairs, provided the new mortar has been allowed to age for at least 60 days.

Abstract: A thermoplastic additive composition comprises an acetal compound and at least one co-additive. The acetal compound can be the product of the reaction between an alditol or a C1 substituted alditol and a benzaldehyde. The co-additive can be a fatty acid amide compound, a fatty acid ester compound, and/or a fluoropolymer. A thermoplastic composition comprises a thermoplastic (e.g., one or more polyolefins) and an additive composition as described above.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for the production of a cementious material. The process comprises mixing cement starting materials and a particulate healing agent to provide the cementious material. The healing agent comprises coated particles, wherein the coated particles comprise bacterial material and additive. The bacterial material is selected from the group consisting of a bacterium, a lyophilized bacterium and a bacterial spore of a bacterium. The present invention solves these problems, as (substantially leakage-proof) tablets containing the actual healing agent may neither interfere with either the workability of the liquid mixture (“cementious material”) nor negatively affect properties of either mixture or final material (hardened concrete), even when applied in large quantities. During crack formation in cementious based constructions, the particles also crack, and healing agent is released.

Abstract: Solid pigment concentrate comprising at least one pigment and a dispersant comprising a polyamine backbone and one or more hydrophobic pendent groups, characterized in that the concentrate further comprises a non-ionic 5 surface active agent comprising polyoxyalkylene groups. The polyamine backbone can for instance comprise polyalkylene imine building blocks.

Abstract: A masterbatch comprising pigment and demoulding agent is provided. The demoulding agent is selected from the group comprising low molecular weight polyolefin oils, low molecular weight polyolefin waxes, montan waxes and aliphatic or aromatic carboxylic acid esters of fatty acids and/or fatty alcohols, wherein the pigment content of the masterbatch is from 3 to 70 wt. %, based on the total weight of the masterbatch. The masterbatch is suitable for preparation of a polymer composition having improved pigment dispersion.

Abstract: Metallic soap compositions for use in various applications, including as adhesives, as having anti-corrosion properties on certain surfaces or materials, and as asphalt modifiers to reduce viscosity in an asphalt mixture, and process for making the same, are disclosed. The processes comprise at least a partial saponification of a mixture of an oil, often a natural oil which may be hydrogenated and/or metathesized, and a metal compound via a fusion process, or may comprise at least a partial saponification of a mixture of a similar oil and a metal compound, or optionally a fatty acid derived from a similar oil, via an aqueous process, with an optional addition of an inorganic metal salt via at least one ion exchange reaction.

Abstract: Presently disclosed are high purity unsaturated fatty acid esters with an ester moiety characterized by having from five to seven members in a ring structure, which esters when epoxidized find particular utility as primary plasticizers in flexible polyvinyl halide applications. Also disclosed are processes for making the high purity esters.

Abstract: A pigment dispersion for use in preparing liquid colorant formulations is based on a blend of fatty acids for use in a point of sale apparatus for charging a pre-pressurized package containing an initial paint formulation having a neutral or clear color to arrive at a matched or selected final color and sold directly to the end user.

Abstract: Polyol acrylates are disclosed that are the reaction products of a modified polyol and a (meth)acrylic acid or derivative thereof. The modified polyols used in preparing the polyol acrylates are the reaction product of a natural oil or fatty carboxylic acid or derivative thereof with a polyol selected from the group consisting of polyester polyols, polyether polyols, polyester ether polyols and polyalcohols such that the natural oil or fatty carboxylic acid or derivative thereof is incorporated into the backbone of the polyol. The polyol acrylates are used to prepare pigment dispersions that are useful in formulating energy curable ink compositions.

Abstract: A microemulsion paint thinner includes a hydrocarbon solvent, a glycol ether, a carboxylic acid, a base, and water, wherein the carboxylic acid is partially neutralized by the base. A process for thinning oil-based paint includes mixing uncured oil-based paint and the above composition.

Abstract: There is provided a process for the preparation of a compound having the formula (I) wherein R1, R2 and R3 are independently selected from hydrogen and acyl groups, wherein at least one of R1, R2 and R3 is a branched chain long acyl group of the formula (II) wherein n is from 9 to 21 and m is 2n, and wherein p is from 0 to 4 wherein the other of R1, R2 and R3 are selected from short acyl groups of the formula (III) wherein q is from 0 to 4 the process comprising the steps of: (1) providing an unsaturated compound having the formula (I) wherein R1, R2 and R3 are independently selected from (a) hydrogen, (b) unsaturated long acyl group of the formula (IV) wherein x is from 0 to 3, and wherein n is from 9 to 21 and m is 2n?1?x, 2n?3?x or 2n?5?x;and (c) short acyl groups of the formula (III) wherein q is from 0 to 4 wherein at least one of R1, R2 and R3 is an unsaturated long acyl group; and (2) if at least one of R1, R2 and R3 is hydrogen, optionally acylating the compound; and (3a) (i) hydroxylating the unsatur

Abstract: A universal colorant system for both solvent- and water-based paints and coatings is contained in a closed sealed pouch or cartridge-style container, and includes a colorant component, a surfactant package including at least one alkyd-compatible surfactant and at least one latex-compatible surfactant, and a carrier. When the colorant system is added to a base paint it desirably provides a mixture having a drop in viscosity of less than about 50%.

Abstract: A composition and processes for the reduction of the tendency to baking, moisture absorption and/or dust formation of a granulate being susceptible therefore, such as fertilizers, minerals, ores, as well as to obtain stable coloring dispersions, density control of cokes and the reduction of foam in industrial processes, wherein synthetic polymers of fatty alkyl compounds, especially fatty acid esters and fatty-alcohols, fatty amines, fatty amides and fatty ethers, or distillation residues of the original monomers themselves, can be used, are disclosed. The distillation residues are preferably derived from the bottom fraction, obtained by distillation of the fraction being suitable as biodiesel during the biodiesel production process.

Abstract: The invention provides an aqueous pigment anti-settling agent which, when added to an aqueous coating material, demonstrates excellent pigment anti-settling effect, and in particular, demonstrates excellent pigment anti-settling effect even under a high-temperature environment.

Abstract: A composition for use in the production of a construction element, said composition including an aggregate and a glycerol binder. Construction elements produced using the composition are described. There is further provided a structural element comprising glycerol and an aggregate. A method for producing a construction element is provided including mixing glycerol with an aggregate in the presence of an aqueous medium and then curing said glycerol within said mixture.

Abstract: A coated particulate solid composition includes a particulate inorganic solid having deposited on its surface a treatment oil comprising lipids. The particulate inorganic solid can include a base particle of titanium dioxide, zinc sulfide, zinc oxide, iron oxide, lead oxide, aluminum oxide, silicon dioxide, zirconium oxide and/or chromium oxide. The treatment oil is optionally a vegetable oil. The treatment oil containing lipids optionally contains glycerides such as triglycerides, and diglycerides, and can contain phospholipids. In one embodiment, the coated particulate solid composition includes particulate titanium dioxide, wherein the treatment oil provides increased bulk density, and enhanced dispersibility in plastic as well as improved lacing resistance.

Abstract: A method for preparing an organic pigment dispersion, such as a flush pigment or ink product, comprises steps of introducing into a twin screw extruder a stable, water-borne pigment dispersion, an organic medium, and a destabilizing agent; mixing together the stable, water-borne pigment dispersion, the organic medium, and the destabilizing agent to produce a pigment flush phase and a water phase; and removing at least a part of the water phase. A twin-screw extruder for carrying out the flushing method has an addition and flushing zone, a water removal zone, and a zone for rinsing the crude organic pigment dispersion or flush with water and removing the rinse water. Additional materials may be added to form a finished pigmented product such as an ink product, masterbatch, or toner.

Abstract: A metallic effect pigment with an additive, the additive being applied on at least a portion of the metallic effect pigment. The additive comprises, as structural units, at least one carboxylic acid having at least 4 carbon atoms and also at least one polyglycol ether. The carboxylic acid and the polyglycol ether are bonded covalently to one another. The disclosure is also directed to a method for producing these metallic effect pigments, and to the use thereof, as well as to a printing ink comprising the pigments.

Abstract: The invention relates to hydrophobing agents for mineral construction materials, the use thereof, methods for the production thereof, mineral construction materials, and constructional parts. The hydrophobing agents according to the invention contain fatty acid salts that comprise a mixture of fatty acid salts of at least two different metal cations or two different ammonium cations or a mixture of at least one metal cation and at least one ammonium cation. The metal cations are selected from the group comprising alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, zinc, aluminum, and rare earths. The content of fatty acid salts of fatty acids that have 8 to 17 C atoms amounts to at least 20 percent by weight relative to the total amount of fatty acid salts in the fatty acid salt mixture.