Abstract: An industrial fluid additive composition comprises one or more sequestering agents one or more compounds of formula (A): (A) wherein R1 and R2 are independently selected from substituted hydrocarbyl moieties containing from 1 to 10 carbon atoms or unsubstituted hydrocarbyl moieties containing from 1 to 10 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to a lubricating composition comprising an oil of lubricating viscosity and an ashless basic amine additive selected from a N-aralkyl ?-carbonyl functional amine. The basic amine additives used in the lubricating oils of the disclosed technology impart basicity measured as total base number (TBN) without adding sulfated ash. Lubricating oils containing the basic amine additives of the disclosed technology simultaneously achieve seal compatibility, deposit, and corrosion control.

Abstract: A biocide blend can be used in an oil or gas operation. The biocide blend can include a first biocide of a formaldehyde-releasing biocide and a second biocide of a quaternary ammonium compound. The formaldehyde-releasing biocide can release formaldehyde after introduction into a wellbore. The first and second biocide can possess at least one property that is the same. The first biocide and/or the second biocide can maintain biocidal activity for extended periods of time in high salinity wellbore fluids, be thermally stable, and less expensive than other biocides.

Abstract: Disclosed are lubricating compositions and base oils for motor vehicles, specifically for engines, gearboxes, or vehicle axle assemblies. The lubricating composition contains an oil-soluble polymer that is a specific polyalkyl glycol or a specific polyalkylene glycol (PAG). Also described is use of the lubricating composition for reducing fuel consumption in a vehicle provided with an engine, an axle assembly, or a gearbox that are lubricated using the lubricating composition or the specific PAG.

Abstract: A method is disclosed of preparing a liquid formulation for application as a deposit on a substrate. The method includes the steps of providing a liquid having a first viscosity in a non-evaporative state; and adding an amine-acid adduct to the liquid to form a mixture having a second viscosity greater than the first viscosity. The amine-acid adduct is evaporative such that the amine-acid adduct is substantially completely removed from the deposit in a functionally dry state.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricating composition containing a ?-amino compound. The invention further relates to a method of lubricating an internal combustion engine by lubricating the engine with the lubricating composition. The invention further relates to the use of the ?-amino carbonyl compound as copper corrosion inhibitors, friction control agents, antiwear and/or extreme pressure agents.

Abstract: Provided are polyalkoxylates that are prepared by alkoxylating polytetrahydrofurane with butylene oxide for use in lubricant compositions and/or for reducing friction in a driveline.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricant composition containing (A) an ionic liquid having an anion represented by formula 1: (Rf1-SO2) (Rf2-SO2) N? or formula 2: (Rf3) (Rf3) (Rf3) PF3? wherein Rf1 and Rf2 in formula 1 may be the same or different and are each F, CF3, C2F5, C3F7 or C4F9, and Rf3 in formula 2 may be the same or different and is CF3, C2F5, C3F7 or C4F9; and (B) a fatty acid amine salt in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 mass %. The lubricant composition of the invention can favorably be used under a high vacuum or an ultra high vacuum, or under high temperatures, and exhibits excellent rust prevention properties.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricating composition comprising an oil of lubricating viscosity and an amine-functionalized additive, wherein the amine-functionalized additive is derived from an amine having at least 3 aromatic groups, at least one —NH2 functional group, and at least 2 secondary or tertiary amino groups. The invention further provides for the additive to have improved thermal and oxidative stability modifying properties. The lubricating composition may include circulating oils, turbine oils, hydraulic fluids, transformer oils and greases as well as others that require good oxidation stability and good rust inhibition properties.

Abstract: An engine oil comprising a major amount of a base oil and a minor amount of an additive package, wherein the additive package comprises at least one friction modifier represented by the formula: wherein R is selected from a hydrocarbyl group having 12 to 28 carbon atoms, a heteroatom containing hydrocarbyl having 12 to 32 carbon atoms, or a group represented by the formula: wherein R1 and R2 are independently selected from hydrocarbyl carbonyl moieties having 12 to 28 carbon atoms, or R1 and R2 form a hydrocarbon dicarbonyl containing ring with 12 to 32 carbon atoms, and R3 and R4 are independently selected from alkyl groups having 1 to 18 carbon atoms. Methods of using the engine oil to improve thin film and/or boundary layer friction in an engine are also provided.

Abstract: A lubricating oil comprises a major amount of a base oil and a minor amount of an additive package, wherein the additive package comprises one or more friction modifiers including a reaction product of a hydroxy acid represented by HOCH2CO2H and an amine represented by the formula II: wherein R is a linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms; X is oxygen or —NH; and m is an integer from about 1 to about 4. The friction modifiers may include one or more compounds of the Formula I: wherein X is selected from oxygen, —NR1, and a glycolic amide moiety; and R and each R1 are independently selected from linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms and one but not both of R and R1 can be hydrogen; and m is an integer from about 1 to about 4. Methods of improving thin film and/or boundary layer friction are also provided.

Abstract: A lubricating oil comprising a major amount of a base oil and a minor amount of an additive package, and the additive package comprises at least one friction modifier selected from compounds of the formulae II, III and IV, and carboxylate salts thereof: wherein R is a linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 28 carbon atoms, n is 0 or 1; and the carboxylate salts have a cation that is an alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, group IIB metal, or ammonium cation; and a dispersant and/or a detergent wherein said lubricating oil comprises at total of at least 5 wt. % of the dispersant and/or the detergent. Methods of using the engine oil to improve thin film and/or boundary layer friction in an engine are also provided.

Abstract: A lubricating oil comprises a major amount of a base oil and a minor amount of an additive package, and the additive package comprises at least one friction modifier of formula I: where R is a linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms or R is represented by: and R1 is a linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms and R2 is hydrogen or a hydrocarbyl having about 1 to about 2 carbon atoms. Methods of using the lubricating oil to improve thin film and/or boundary layer friction in an engine are also disclosed.

Abstract: A lubricating oil comprising a major amount of base oil and a minor amount of an additive package, wherein the additive package comprises: (A) a friction modifier component selected from: (a) one or more a reaction products of an alcohol with a compound of the formula IV: and (b) one or more compounds of the Formulae II-III: wherein R is a linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms, R2 and R3 are independently selected from hydrogen C1-C18 hydrocarbyl groups, and C1-C18 hydrocarbyl groups containing one or more heteroatoms; X is an alkali metal, alkaline earth metal or ammonium cation and n is the valence of cation X, and reaction products of amines, amino alcohols, alkali or alkaline earth metal hydroxides, alkali or alkaline earth metal oxides and mixtures thereof with compounds of the Formula IV: wherein R is as defined above; and (B) at least one friction modifier that is different from the one or m

Abstract: A lubricating composition comprising a major amount of base oil and a minor amount of an additive package, wherein the additive package comprises (A) a friction modifier component selected from: (a) one or more a reaction products of an alcohol with a compound of the formula IV: and (b) one or more compounds of the Formulae II-III: wherein R is a linear or branched, saturated, unsaturated, or partially saturated hydrocarbyl having about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms; R2 and R3 are independently selected from hydrogen, C1-C18 hydrocarbyl groups, and C1-C18 hydrocarbyl groups containing one or more heteroatoms; and X is an alkali metal, alkaline earth metal or ammonium cation and n is the valence of cation X; and (B) at least one detergent.

Abstract: A lubricating oil comprising a major amount of base oil and a minor amount of an additive package comprising a friction modifier component selected from: (A) one or more friction modifiers of the formulae I and II: (B) two or more friction modifiers independently selected from the formulae III and IV: and (C) at least one friction modifier of the formulae III and IV in combination with at least one friction modifier of the formulae I and II, and R, R1, R2, R3, X and n are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: Provide are a peptide gel with practically sufficient mechanical strength and a self-assembling peptide capable of forming the peptide gel. The self-assembling peptide is formed of the following amino acid sequence: a1b1c1b2a2b3db4a3b5c2b6a4 where: a1 to a4 each represent a basic amino acid residue; b1 to b6 each represent an uncharged polar amino acid residue and/or a hydrophobic amino acid residue, provided that at least five thereof each represent a hydrophobic amino acid residue; c1 and c2 each represent an acidic amino acid residue; and d represents a hydrophobic amino acid residue.

Abstract: Provided herein are copolymers of a polyaminopolymer and polyanhydride, wherein the polyaminopolymer comprises a polyaminopolyolefin; and methods of their preparation.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to Mannich condensation product sequestering agents or mixtures of Mannich condensation product sequestering agents for use in fuels and lubricating oils. The present invention is also directed to a process for preparing the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents. The present invention is also directed to a product formed by combining, under reaction conditions, a polyisobutyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound, an aldehyde, an amino acid or ester thereof, and an alkali metal base to form the Mannich condensation product sequestering agent. The present invention is also directed to a lubricating oil composition, a lubricating oil concentrate, a fuel composition, and a fuel concentrate having the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to Mannich condensation product sequestering agents or mixtures of Mannich condensation product sequestering agents for use in fuels and lubricating oils. The present invention is also directed to a process for preparing the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents. The present invention is also directed to a product formed by combining, under reaction conditions, a polyisobutyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound, an aldehyde, an amino acid or ester thereof, and an alkali metal base to form the Mannich condensation product sequestering agent. The present invention is also directed to a lubricating oil composition, a lubricating oil concentrate, a fuel composition, and a fuel concentrate having the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents of the present invention.

Abstract: A dialkylanilino-cyclohexane compound useful as an antioxidant has the following formula I or formula II: wherein Ar1 and Ar2 can be the same or different and each is an alkylaromatic group; each of R1, R2, R3, and R4 is independently selected from hydrogen or CR7R8; each of R5, R6, and R7 is independently selected from hydrogen and a substituted or unsubstituted C1 to C32 hydrocarbyl group; and each R8 is independently selected from hydrogen and a C1 to C2 alkyl group, provided that when, each of R1 and R2 is CR7R8 and each such R8 is other than hydrogen, R1 and R2 may be joined to form a five or six-membered ring, and provided further that when, each of R3 and R4 is an adjacent CR7R8 and each such R8 is other than hydrogen, R3 and R4 may be joined to form a five or six-membered ring.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricating composition containing an antiwear agent and an oil of lubricating viscosity. The invention further relates to the use of the lubricating composition in an internal combustion engine, or a driveline device.

Abstract: A sulfur-free metal or ammonium salt compound, a method of making the compound, and a lubricant additive concentrate, and lubricant composition containing the compound. The compound is made by reacting a phenolic compound reacted with an aldehyde and an amine, with a compound selected from the group consisting of an acylating agent and an electrophilic compound.

Abstract: Melamine derivatives and mixtures thereof with aqueous systems, a process for inhibiting corrosion of metals and metal alloys with melamine derivatives and mixtures thereof and the use of melamine derivatives and mixtures thereof as corrosion inhibitors for aqueous systems, for example water/oil mixtures, especially in the field of cleaning compositions, cooling fluids, oilfield chemicals or lubricants.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to Mannich condensation product sequestering agents or mixtures of Mannich condensation product sequestering agents for use in fuels and lubricating oils. The present invention is also directed to a process for preparing the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents. The present invention is also directed to a product formed by combining, under reaction conditions, a polyisobutyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound, an aldehyde, an amino acid or ester thereof, and an alkali metal base to form the Mannich condensation product sequestering agent. The present invention is also directed to a lubricating oil composition, a lubricating oil concentrate, a fuel composition, and a fuel concentrate having the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents of the present invention.

Abstract: An additive compound comprising a derivative of particular fatty acids and polyamines has been found to be friction reducing, and particularly readily miscible in fuels and lubricants. The fatty acid has more than 12 carbon atoms and at least one carboxylic group. The polyamine residue has more than two nitrogen atoms. The mole ratio of the carboxylic groups to nitrogen atoms used to form the compound is greater than 0.8 carboxylic groups per 1 nitrogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of an additive composition that contains the combination of two specific types of antioxidants with one or more of four specific types of dispersants in a Group II and/or Group III base oil-containing lubricating composition. The lubricating composition of the present invention provides improved cleanliness in steam and gas turbine systems. The invention further relates to the process to make the novel additive composition and its use in industrial fluids.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricating composition comprising an oil of lubricating viscosity and an amine-functionalised additive, wherein the amine-functionalised additive is derived from an amine having at least 3 aromatic groups, at least one —NH2 functional group, and at least 2 secondary or tertiary amino groups. The invention further provides for the additive to have improved thermal and oxidative stability modifying properties. The lubricating composition may include circulating oils, turbine oils, hydraulic fluids, transformer oils and greases as well as others that require good oxidation stability and good rust inhibition properties.

Abstract: Lubricant compositions including a random or block copolymer first high-EO content polyalkylene glycol, a random copolymer second polyalkylene glycol based on propylene oxide and butylene oxide or a second polyalkylene homopolymer having propylene oxide or butylenes oxide units and at least one corrosion inhibitor selected from the group of sarcosines, amine phosphates, and calcium dinonylnaphthalenesulfonate/carboxylates are provided. Lubricant compositions for extreme conditions are also provided.

Abstract: A lubricating composition comprising an oil of lubricating viscosity, 1 to 1000 parts per million by weight of titanium in the form of an oil-soluble titanium-containing material, and at least one additional lubricant additive provides beneficial effects on properties such as deposit control, oxidation, and filterability in engine oils.

Abstract: An additive for oils that is capable of imparting oils such as lubricant base oils with superior wear resistance properties or friction resistance properties, and a lubricant. An additive for oils that includes a compound represented by formula (I) is used. A and B each represents a single bond or hydrocarbylene or the like, X and Y each represents a sulfur atom or single bond, and W and Z each represents a hydrogen atom or —NR1R2 or the like, provided that W and Z are not both hydrogen atoms. R1 and R2 each represents a hydrogen atom, a hydrocarbyl or a hydrocarbylcarbonyl or the like, and n and m each represents an integer of 0 to 5.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricant composition containing (A) an ionic liquid having an anion represented by formula 1: (Rf1-SO2) (Rf2-SO2) N? or formula 2: (Rf3) (Rf3) (Rf3) PF3? wherein Rf1 and Rf2 in formula 1 may be the same or different and are each F, CF3, C2F5, C3F7 or C4F9, and Rf3 in formula 2 may be the same or different and is CF3, C2F5, C3F7 or C4F9; and (B) a fatty acid amine salt in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 mass %, The lubricant composition of the invention can favorably be used under a high vacuum or an ultra high vacuum, or under high temperatures, and exhibits excellent rust prevention properties.

Abstract: A grease with improved water resistance is based on a combination of a polyamide thixotrope with a water insoluble thickener, preferably a lithium soap/complex thickener and an antioxidant/corrosion inhibitor/antiwear additive package. The improvement is maintained when highly effective or aggressive rust inhibitors which normally tend to degrade water wash out resistance are present in the grease. Another advantage is that resistance to fretting is significantly improved to the extent that the greases containing these components are capable of achieving a high level of resistance to false brinelling. The greases are particularly useful for application in wind turbine bearings.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to Mannich condensation product sequestering agents or mixtures of Mannich condensation product sequestering agents for use in fuels and lubricating oils. The present invention is also directed to a process for preparing the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents. The present invention is also directed to a product formed by combining, under reaction conditions, a polyisobutyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound, an aldehyde, an amino acid or ester thereof, and an alkali metal base to form the Mannich condensation product sequestering agent. The present invention is also directed to a lubricating oil composition, a lubricating oil concentrate, a fuel composition, and a fuel concentrate having the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents of the present invention.

Abstract: There is provided a fluid dynamic bearing oil composition for a hard disk drive motor. The fluid dynamic bearing oil composition includes 0.5 to 1.0 parts by weight of a defoaming agent based on 100 parts by weight of the total composition. The bubbles in the fluid dynamic bearing oil may be removed by adding a small amount of defoaming agent to the fluid dynamic bearing oil composition for a hard disk drive motor.

Abstract: The present invention provides a conductive lubricant composition, characterized in that the composition contains a lubricating base oil (A) other than a silicone oil, and a non-metallic antistatic agent (B), and exhibits a kinematic viscosity of 25 mm2/s or less at 40° C., a viscosity index of 100 or higher, a flash point of 150° C. or higher, and a volume resistivity of 1×1010?·cm or less at 25° C. The invention also provides a bearing oil formed from the lubricant composition.

Abstract: The present invention deals with a process for the preparation of multifunctional additive for aqueous lubricants. These I multifunctional additive for aqueous lubricant comprises of co-polymer having vinyl group containing polyhydric alcohol along with monomer selected from aqueous soluble acrylate co-monomer in different mole fraction for addition polymerization to facilitate the sequencing of monomer in polymer chain. Thus the polymeric molecule has been designed for improving tribological properties i.e. low wear, low friction and EP property of aqueous lubricants.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for use as a metal working fluid, which comprises A) An additive mixture that essentially consists of a N-Acylsarcosine and a naphthenic acid or a salt thereof, polyalkylene or propylene glycol and further additives; and B) A functional fluid. The composition is useful in a process for protection against corrosion or oxidative degradation of zinc, aluminum or alloys thereof, or zinc-coated steels, wherein zinc, aluminum or alloys thereof are exposed to the composition.

Abstract: A lubricant composition for ball joints exhibits excellent low friction not only at ordinary temperatures but also from higher to lower temperatures, and will not leak out of ball joints at higher temperatures. A ball joint has the lubricant composition sealed therein. The lubricant composition contains a base oil including a synthetic hydrocarbon oil, a thickener, and a fatty acid salt of a compound represented by the formula (1): R1—NH—R2—NH2??(1) (R1: hydrocarbon group of C1 to C24; R2: alkylene group of C2 to C4).

Abstract: The present invention provides a poly(hydroxycarboxylic acid) amide salt derivative having formula (III): [Y—CO[O-A-CO]n-Z-R+]m pXq? (III) wherein Y is hydrogen or an optionally substituted hydrocarbyl group, A is a divalent optionally substituted hydrocarbyl group, n is from 1 to 100, preferably from 1 to 10, m is from 1 to 4, q is from 1 to 4 and p is an integer such that pq=m, Z is an optionally substituted divalent bridging group which is attached to the carbonyl group through a nitrogen atom, R+ is an ammonium group and Xq- is a non-sulphur-containing anion. Furthermore, the present invention provides a lubricating composition and a fuel composition containing the poly(hydroxycarboxylic acid) amide salt derivative and the use of the poly(hydroxycarboxylic acid) amide salt derivative for decreasing the phosphorus volatility of a fluid.

Abstract: A semi-solid lubricant composition for transmission elements which is excellent in lubricity, antiwear properties, and energy-saving performance, has high reliability, and is for use as a turbine oil, machine tool oil, metal working oil, plastic working oil, cutting oil, compressor oil, vacuum-pump oil, electrical-contact oil, grease, or machine oil; and a mechanical system provided with the composition. The composition, which reduces the wear of sliding parts of a transmission element, comprises: an amide compound having one or two amide groups and forming a three-dimensional network structure; and a liquid base oil ingredient having a dynamic viscosity at 100° C. of 25 mm2/s or lower and a viscosity index of 120 or higher. The composition contains substantially no ingredients other than the amide compound and liquid base oil ingredient. The mechanical system has a transmission element including sliding parts which are provided with the semi-solid lubricant composition for transmission elements.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to Mannich condensation product sequestering agents or mixtures of Mannich condensation product sequestering agents for use in fuels and lubricating oils. The present invention is also directed to a process for preparing the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents. The present invention is also directed to a product formed by combining, under reaction conditions, a polyisobutyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound, an aldehyde, an amino acid or ester thereof, and an alkali metal base to form the Mannich condensation product sequestering agent. The present invention is also directed to a lubricating oil composition, a lubricating oil concentrate, a fuel composition, and a fuel concentrate having the Mannich condensation product sequestering agents of the present invention.

Abstract: A system and method for improving lubrication in a fluid dynamic bearing are disclosed. A fluid dynamic bearing comprising a rotor portion and a stator portion is formed. In addition, a lubricating fluid comprising a high pressure lubricant is provided between the rotor portion and the stator portion of the fluid dynamic bearing, wherein the high pressure lubricant provides extreme pressure protection of the rotor portion and the stator portion of the fluid dynamic bearing.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricating composition containing an oil of lubricating viscosity and a hydrogenated copolymer of an olefin block and vinyl aromatic block, wherein the copolymer is optionally functionalised. The invention further provides a method for preparing a hydrogenated copolymer; and the use of the lubricating composition.

Abstract: A Lubricant comprises a carboxylic-acid-amide which is based on aliphatic unbranched, alicylic and/or aromatic chains with chain lengths from 2 to 60 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Disclosed are a lubricant composition to which is added as buffer particles to a lubricant polyurethane resin particles obtained by reacting and synthesizing long-chain polyol having a number-average molecular weight of not less than 500, a crosslinking agent having three or more active hydrogen groups in one molecule, and polyisocyanate as buffer particles, a speed reduction gear filled with the lubricant composition, and an electric power steering apparatus having the speed reduction gear incorporated therein, wherein noise produced by the speed reduction gear can be made lower than ever before irrespective of the magnitude of backlash in a case where a worm and a worm wheel are combined with each other and without complicating the configuration of the speed reduction gear by the buffer action of the buffer particles added to the lubricant composition, thereby making it possible to reduce noise produced in an automobile due to the electric power steering apparatus at low cost.

Abstract: An oil-soluble lubricating oil additive composition comprising (a) at least 3.5 wt-% of at least one friction modifier selected from the group consisting of fatty acids, fatty acid amides, fatty acid esters, and alkane diols which have a melting point of greater than 30° C.; (b) at least 10 wt-% actives dispersant; and (c) a sufficient amount of surfactant to make said additive composition haze-, sediment-, and skin-free, provided that said additive composition contains at least 150 mm surfactant per kg of said lubricating oil additive composition.

Abstract: A dialkylanilino-cyclohexane compound useful as an antioxidant has the following formula I or formula II: wherein Ar1 and Ar2 can be the same or different and each is an alkylaromatic group; each of R1, R2, R3, and R4 is independently selected from hydrogen or CR7R8; each of R5, R6, and R7 is independently selected from hydrogen and a substituted or unsubstituted C1 to C32 hydrocarbyl group; and each R8 is independently selected from hydrogen and a C1 to C2 alkyl group, provided that when, each of R1 and R2 is CR7R8 and each such R8 is other than hydrogen, R1 and R2 may be joined to form a five or six-membered ring, and provided further that when, each of R3 and R4 is an adjacent CR7R8 and each such R8 is other than hydrogen, R3 and R4 may be joined to form a five or six-membered ring.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a lubricating oil composition capable of use in for example the bearings of a high-speed main shaft having ceramics ball antifrication bearings operating under severe conditions of high speed and high load. To this end the present invention provides a lubricating oil composition, in particular for lubrication of ceramics, comprising a base oil; and at least one additive selected from the group consisting of: (i) an acid amide obtainable by reacting an amine with a saturated monocarboxylic acid having from 12 to 30 carbons or an unsaturated monocarboxylic acid having from 18 to 24 carbons; (ii) sarcosinic acid; and (iii) an aspartic acid derivative.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fatty acid esters of polyols or sulfonated fatty acid esters or sulfonated fatty acid amides containing at least one group Y, where Y stands for CF3—(CH2)a—O—, SF5—, CF3—(CH2)a—S—, CF3CF2S—, [CF3—(CH2)a]2N— or [CF3—(CH2)a]NH—, where a stands for an integer selected from the range from 0 to 5, or formula (I), where Rf stands for CF3—(CH2)r—, CF3—(CH2)r—O—, CF3—(CH2)r—S—, CF3CF2—S—, SF5—(CH2)t— or [CF3—(CH2)r]2N—, [CF3—(CH2)r]NH— or (CF3)2N—(CH2)r—, B stands for a single bond, O, NH, NR, CH2, C(O)—O, C(O), S, CH2—O, O—C(O), N—C(O), C(O)—N, O—C(O)—N, N—C(O)—N, O—SO2 or SO2—O, R stands for alkyl having 1 to 4 C atoms, b stands for 0 or 1 and c stands for 0 or 1, q stands for 0 or 1, where at least one radical from b and q stands for 1, and r stands for 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5, to processes for the preparation of these compounds, and to uses of these surface-active compounds.