Abstract: The invention relates to the use of piperidine compounds of the formula I in which R1 is hydroxyl, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, R2 is a substituted or unsubstituted, mono- or bicyclic radical of aromatic type, R3 is oxygen, —NH— or —N(C1-4-alkyl)- and R8 independently at each occurrence is hydrogen or methyl for preparing light-stabilized, EPDM-modified polypropylene which is employed in particular in automotive construction, such as for shock absorbers, cover strips and the like. A further subject of the invention is the combination of abovementioned piperidine compounds with known UV absorbers. The invention also relates to EPDM-modified polypropylene which contains from 0.05 to 2.5% by weight, preferably from 0.1 to 0.6% by weight, of a radical of a compound of the above formula I, and to products produced therefrom.

Abstract: Adhesive compositions are rendered stable against degradation caused by ultraviolet light through the incorporation of a highly soluble, high extinction, photostable hydroxyphenyl-s-triazine UV absorber. An example of such compounds is 2,4-bis(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-6-[2-hydroxy-4-(3-nonyloxy*-2-hydroxypropyloxy)-5-&agr;-cumylphenyl]-s-triazine (* denotes a mixture of octyloxy, nonyloxy and decyloxy groups). Such compounds exhibit high extinction, excellent photostability and are highly soluble in adhesive formulations. The laminated articles derived from these compositions include, for example, solar control films, films and glazings, UV absorbing glasses and glass coatings, windscreens, retroreflective sheetings and signs, solar reflectors, optical films and the like.

Abstract: An extended life fluorescent polyvinyl chloride sheeting and a method for forming the sheeting are disclosed. The sheeting includes a polyvinyl chloride film having a fluorescent colorant incorporated therein. A protective polymer layer is attached to the polyvinyl chloride film. A light filtering agent is incorporated into the protective layer, wherein the filter agent blocks the 425 nm and lower wavelengths of the visible spectrum.

Abstract: There is provided a thermoplastic resin composition comprising the following components (A) to (E): component (A): 50 to 74.7% by weight of a Ziegler-Natta catalyst sequentially polymerized blend of a propylene homopolymer and an ethylene-propylene copolymer, component (B): 5 to 10% by weight of an ethylene-octene random copolymer, component (C): 5 to 10% by weight of an ethylene-butene random copolymer, component (D): 0.3 to 5% by weight of an elastomer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to mixtures comprising the compound I in a proportion of 65-95% by weight, the compound II in a proportion of 5-35% by weight and the compound III in a proportion of 0-10% by weight wherein the substituents are as defined in the description, and to mixtures with other compounds. The mixtures are suitable for stabilizing organic material against the effect of light and heat.

Abstract: The subject matter of the invention is the use of certain piperidine compounds of formula I ##STR1## optionally in combination with an oxalanide UV absorber for the stabilization of pigmented or unpigmented polyolefins against the negative consequences of UV radiation. The invention also relates to compositions comprising a piperidine compound of formula I, a polyolefin, and an oxalanide UV absorber and compositions comprising a compound of formula I and a second HALS compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to a PVC composition comprising a stabilizer combination of (b) polyDHP of the formula I ##STR1## where the radicals T, L, R, R', R" are as defined in claim 1, (c) a subtance from the group consisting of crystalline hydrotalcites,crystalline or amorphous zeolites,crystalline or amorphous dawsonites, magadiites or kenyaites, disaccharide alcohols and sterically hindered amines containing the structural unit ##STR2## in which R.sup.0 is hydrogen or methyl, and (d) at least one zinc, aluminium or lanthanoid compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compositions of photoreactive, UV-light absorbing, low molecular weight polyalkylpiperidines and non-photoreactive low molecular weight sterically hindered polyalkylpiperidines as well as to masterbatch compositions comprising the novel compositions. The invention relates further to a process for enhancing the light stability of organic material, the stabilized organic material and its use.

Abstract: Process for preparing pigment preparations by mixing a colored composition with monomers and simultaneously polymerizing the monomers in an extruder at elevated temperatures, whereby the following steps are carried out:(A) introducing continuously into an extruder(a) from 40 to 90% by weight of a pigment,(b) from 60 to 10% by weight of at least a monomer, selected from the group consisting of an acrylate and a methacrylate, whereby the amounts of pigment and monomer sum up to 100%, and, if desired,(c) from 0 to 10% by weight, based on the amount of component (b), of an initiator, and(B) mixing the components (a), (b), and, if desired, (c) therein, and(C) withdrawing continuously the obtained reaction mixture from the extruder, and a high molecular organic material pigmented with the pigment preparation.

Abstract: A homogeneous blended additive useful as a processing stabilizer for polymers which is a blend of Component (a), a defined phosphite or phosphonite; and Component (b) which is micronized zinc oxide. Component (b) is preferably in an amount of 5 to 10% based on the weight of component (a). This additive composition improves the resistance of phosphites and phosphonites against hydrolysis in the presence of moisture, by providing Component (b) as a hydrolysis stabilizer for Component (a).

Abstract: A composition and method for encapsulating a photovoltaic device which minimizes discoloration of the encapsulant. The composition includes an ethylene-vinyl acetate encapsulant, a curing agent, an optional ultraviolet light stabilizer, and/or an optional antioxidant. The curing agent is preferably 1,1-di-(t-butylperoxy)-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexane; the ultraviolet light stabilizer is bis-(N-octyloxy-tetramethyl) piperidinyl sebacate and the antioxidant is selected from the group consisting of tris (2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl) phosphite, tetrakis methylene (3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyhydrocinnamate) methane, octadecyl 3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyhydrocinnamate, and 2,2'-ethylidene bis(4,6-di-t-butylphenyl) fluorophosponite. The composition is applied to a solar cell then cured. The cured product contains a minimal concentration of curing-generated chromophores and resists UV-induced degradation.

Abstract: A light stabilizer package is disclosed. The light stabilizer package comprises a monomeric HALS having a pKa of no greater than 7, an ultraviolet light absorber and, optionally, a polymeric HALS having a pKa of less than 7. The light stabilizer package may be blended with a thermoplastic olefin to form a moldable light stable composition. An article comprising the moldable light stable composition may have an exterior surface that is at least partially coated.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of special vanadium compounds as siccatives for oxidatively drying lacquers. These drying agents (siccatives) are ionogenic in nature and contain polyvalent cations of vanadium or vanadium oxide and anionic organic acid groups or other organic anions.

Abstract: A light stabilizer package is disclosed. The light stabilizer package comprises a monomeric HALS having a pKa of no greater than 7, an ultraviolet light absorber and, optionally, a polymeric HALS having a pKa of less than 7. The light stabilizer package may be blended with a thermoplastic olefin to form a moldable light stable composition. An article comprising the moldable light stable composition may have an exterior surface that is at least partially coated.

Abstract: A piperidine compound having excellent blooming resistance represented by the formula (I) ##STR1## (wherein, R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 each independently represent a hydrogen atom, lower alkyl group, cycloalkyl group having 5 to 7 carbon atoms or an acyl group having 2 to 18 carbon atoms. R.sub.4 represents an acyl group having 2 to 18 carbon atoms.) is provided, and a method for producing the piperidine compound and use thereof as a stabilizer for an organic material are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for increasing the molecular weight of polycondensates and at the same time stabilizing them, essentially without crosslinking, which comprises heating a polyamide, a polyester, a polycarbonate or a copolymer or blend of these polymers with addition of at least one diepoxide comprising terminal epoxide groups and as a further structural element a tetramethylpiperidine radical located centrally between the epoxide groups to a temperature which is above the melting point of the polymer in the case of crystalline polycondensates or above the glass point in the case of amorphous polycondensates. The invention additionally relates to mixtures comprising the corresponding diepoxides, to their use, and to polycondensates prepared from them.

Abstract: A synergistic stabilizer mixture comprising a component a) and, for example, a component b), where component a) is at least one compound of the formula I ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl-substituted C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkyl, phenyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl-substituted phenyl,R.sub.2 is C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 alkylene,R.sub.3 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, O.sup..cndot., --CH.sub.2 CN, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkenyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 phenylalkyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 phenylalkyl which is substituted on the phenyl radical by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; or C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 acyl, andn.sub.1 is a number from 1 to 50,and component b) is, for example, a compound of the formula ##STR2## in which n.sub.2 is a number from 2 to 20.

Abstract: A synergistic stabilizer mixture comprising a component a) and, for example, a component b), where component a) is at least one compound of the formula I ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is hydrogen or methyl, R.sub.2 is a direct bond or C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkylene, and n.sub.1 is a number from 2 to 50; component b) is at least one compound of the formulae IIa and IIb ##STR2## in which n.sub.2 and n.sub.2 * are a number from 2 to 50.

Abstract: A stabilizer combination, principally for PVC, is described which essentially comprisesA) at least one zinc compound of the formula IZn(R.sup.1 R.sup.2) (I)andB) at least one metal compound of the formula IIMe.sup.n+ (R.sup.3.sub.a R.sup.4.sub.b R.sup.5.sub.c) (II)in which Me is Al, Mg, Na or K,a, b and c are 0, 1, 2 or 3,n=a+b+c and can be from 1 to 3, and at least one radical R.sup.1 to R.sup.5 independently of one another are C.sub.1 -C.sub.22 carboxylates, C.sub.2 -C.sub.21 alkenyl-CO.sub.2 --, phenyl-CO.sub.2 --, naphthyl-CO.sub.2 --, C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkyl-CO.sub.2 --, C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 alkylphenyl-CO.sub.2 --, C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 alkylphenyl-O--, C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 phenylalkyl-CO.sub.2 --, C.sub.1 -C.sub.21 -alkyl-O--, R.sup.8 --O--CO--[CH.sub.2 ].sub.p --S-- or a radical of the formula R.sup.6 --CO--CH.dbd.CR.sup.7 --O.sup..crclbar.

Abstract: A description is given of compounds of formula 1 ##STR1## and of compounds of formula 2 ##STR2## wherein X, Y and Z and the radicals R.sup.1 and also m and n have the meanings claimed in claim 1.The cited compounds are advantageously used e.g. for stabilizing organic material against the damaging effect of light, oxygen and/or heat.

Abstract: Blends of polycarbonate with ABS resins are effectively stabilized by a combination of selected non-basic hindered amines containing the 3,3,5,5-tetramethyl-2-oxo-1-piperazinyl moiety and UV absorbers such as benzotriazoles, s-triazines and benzophenones, particularly the benzotriazoles and s-triazines.

Abstract: Copolymers are disclosed of lower alpha-olefins and HALS-containing monomers, typically 1-(10-undecenyl)-2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine. They may be used for light or heat stabilizing, by themselves or in blends with other polymers.

Abstract: Elastomeric monofilament exhibiting improved long term retention of strength and elongation after exposure to test conditions described by SAE J-1885 are disclosed. The monofilaments comprise in specified amounts as weight percents on weight of monofilament:(1) at least one elastomeric copolyester polymer, and a stabilizing system comprising:(2) at least 1% carbon black,(3) at least one antioxidant,(4) an oligomeric hindered piperidinyl (HALS) compound having a pK.sub.a of less than 7 or a pK.sub.a from 7 to 12 in combination with an acid scavenger, and(5) a UV stabilizer other than a hindered piperidinyl (HALS) compound.The preferred embodiment is a heterofilament wherein the sheath copolyester has a lower melting point than the core and contains (4) according to: ##STR1## as specified.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) to (III) ##STR1## in which the symbols R to R.sub.6 are organic radicals. These compounds can be used as intermediates in the production of a phosphite-HALS product.

Abstract: Incorporation into polyacetal compositions of at least one hindered amine light stabilizer which contains a hindered nitrogen that is acetylated results in a composition having good light stability, thermal stability, and physical property retention after exposure to heat and air.

Abstract: Polyolefin or polyolefin copolymer films for agricultural applications stabilized with a sterically hindered amine and a metal oxide or hydroxide selected from oxides of zinc, aluminum, calcium and magnesium, and hydroxides of zinc, aluminum and calcium, show improved light stability and pesticide resistance.

Abstract: A composition, suitable for stabilizing a polymeric composition against the effects of light, comprisinga) an N-acylated 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidinyl group (hereinafter N-acylated HALS) containing compound; andb) an N-oxy-subst. 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidinyl group (hereinafter N-oxy-substituted HALS) containing compound.A further aspect of the invention relates to a composition, suitable for stabilizing a polymeric composition against the effects of light, comprisinga) an N-acylated 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidinyl-group-containing compound in which a spiro group is attached in the 4-position (hereinafter defined as component i); andb) an N-acylated 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidinyl-group-containing compound in which in the 4-position no spiro group is present (hereinafter defined as component ii).These compounds are suitable as light stabilizers in acid catalyzed lacquer system.

Abstract: Benzotriazole UV absorbers which are substituted at the 5-position of the benzo ring by an electron withdrawing group exhibit enhanced durability and very low loss rates when incorporated into automotive coatings.

Abstract: Stabilizer mixture comprising, for example, a compound of the formula ##STR1## and, for example, a compound of the formula ##STR2##

Abstract: A description is given of tetramethylpiperidine-containing copolymers comprising 1-100 mol % of identical or different monomer units of the general formula I ##STR1## (R.sup.1 =COOR.sup.7, COR.sup.8, CONR.sup.8 R.sup.9, CN; R.sup.2 =H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl, COOR.sup.7, COR.sup.8, CONR.sup.8 R.sup.9, CN; R.sup.3 =H, methyl, ethyl, propyl; R.sup.6 =H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 -alkyl; R.sup.7 =H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 -cycloalkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.5 -alkenyl, substituted or unsubstituted phenyl; R.sup.8 and R.sup.9 =H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 -cycloalkyl, substituted or unsubstituted phenyl; X=oxygen, sulfur, NR.sup.6) and also other monomers, and also of processes for preparing the copolymers, of the use of the copolymers as stabilizers, including light stabilizers, and of organic material comprising the copolymers.

Abstract: A monoazo compound synthesized using 2-hydroxynaphthalene-3,6-dicarboxylic acid (or salt thereof), an amide, an ureide or an ester thereof as a coupler is novel, and is superior in water resistance, chemical resistance and solvent resistance. The present invention provides such a novel azo compound and a process for producing the same.

Abstract: A use for synergistic additives for polyamides is disclosed by forming a uniform and intimate mixture with polyamide with a component system selected from (I) (II) or (III) (on a weight basis) where(I) is from 0.01% to 1% of a sterically hindered phenyl phosphonite (Ia) with from 0.05% to 5% of a non-hydroxyl substituted oxanilide(Ib) (together 1a+1b), or Ia together with an aromatic di-carbonyl compound containing two hindered amine moieties (together Ia+c). Preferably the weight ratio of Ia to Ib and Ia to Ic is from 1:3 to 1:10, more preferably 1:4, 1:5 or 1:6 and most preferably 1:5; and(II) is from 0.05 to 5% of a non-hydroxyl substituted oxanilide containing at least two hindered amine groups (a) together with from 0.05 to 5% of the aromatic di-carbonyl compound (b), (II a+b),or (III) from 0.01% to 1% of a sterically hindered phenyl phosphonite, from 0.05 to 5% of a non-hydroxyl substituted oxanilide, and from 0.05 to 5% of an aromatic di-carbonyl compound.

Abstract: A synergistic stabilizer mixture comprising a component a) and, for example, a component d), where component a) is, for example, a compound of the formula I-a ##STR1## in which n.sub.1 is a number from 2 to 50, and component d) is, for example, a compound of the formula V-a ##STR2## in which n.sub.4 is a number from 1 to 50.

Abstract: A description is given of compounds of the formula I ##STR1## where r is 0 or 1 and y is a number from the range 1-3; X is a direct bond or --NR.sub.8 --, --CO--, --CONH-- or --COO-- or a divalent aliphatic or mixed aromatic-aliphatic C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 hydrocarbon radical;Z is an aromatic, aliphatic or mixed aromatic-aliphatic C.sub.3 -C.sub.18 hydrocarbon radical which is interrupted in the aliphatic moiety by one or more divalent functional groups, in each case in a carbon-carbon single bond, and/or in the aromatic or aliphatic moiety by one or more divalent functional groups, in each case in a carbon-hydrogen bond, possible functional groups being --O--, --NR.sub.8 --, --S--, --SO--, --SO.sub.

Abstract: Ultra-violet stabilized polyvinyl resins, such as polyvinyl chloride, are disclosed. The ultra-violet stabilized polyvinyl resins comprise polyvinyl resins and a stabilizer comprising a benzylidene malonic ester of 1,2,2,6,6-pentamethylpiperidinol or its derivatives. The stabilizer can be added to or dispersed within the polyvinyl resins prior to any objects or articles being formed from the resins. Also disclosed is a method to impart ultra-violet stabilization to polyvinyl resins which includes the step of adding to or dispersing within the polyvinyl resins, a stabilizer comprising a benzylidene malonic ester of 1,2,2,6,6-pentamethylpiperidinol or its derivatives. The invention further includes the addition of an ultra-violet absorber such as ethane diamine, n-(2-ethoxyphenyl)-n.sup.1 -(4-ethyl phenyl) to the polyvinyl resin composition.

Abstract: Flame retarding additives prepared by way of reaction of:A) one or more nitrogenous organic compounds of a defined formula;B) P.sub.2 O.sub.5 ;C) H.sub.2 O.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a synthetic organic polymer and, as stabilizer, a combination ofA) a sterically hindered hydroxylamine, or an ether or ester thereof, andB) a compound containing an oxo and/or hydroxyl group bonded to a metal atom,show an excellent stability against the deleterious effects of light, oxygen and/or heat.A combination of components A and B is also effective to stabilize a polyolefin or olefin copolymer film for agricultural applications against deleterious effects of light, oxygen, heat and pesticides.

Abstract: 1. Synthetic polyamide comprising one or more of the following compounds:a) a compound having at least one sterically hindered amino group, ?hereinafter referred to as compounds a)!; orb) a trimesinic acid trialkylamide, at least one alkyl group of which bears at least one free amino and/or alkylamino group ?hereinafter referred to as compounds b)!; orc) a trialkylamino-substituted triazine, at least one alkyl group of which carries a free amino and/or alkylamino group ?hereinafter referred to as compounds c)!; ord) a dyestuff that is free of sulphonic acid groups and contains at least one group that is reactive to a hydroxy and/or amino group ?hereinafter referred to as compounds d)!; ore) a synthetic polyamide containing at least one group that is reactive with a hydroxy and/or amino group ?hereinafter referred to as compounds e)!.

Abstract: An embrittlement-resistant polyolefin composition, including: (a) at least 80% by weight, based on the total weight of the polyolefin composition, of a crystalline polymer comprising either a propylene homopolymer having an isotactic index greater than 90 or a random copolymer of propylene and either ethylene or C.sub.4 -C.sub.10 1-olefins, (b) an elastomeric copolymer of ethylene and either propylene or butene-1, where the elastomeric copolymer is present in an amount sufficient to enhance the flexibility of the polyolefin composition, without adversely affecting the clarity of the polyolefin composition, and where the polyolefin composition has a heat distortion temperature of at least 60.degree. C. Optional components include a stabilizing amount of a hindered amine light stabilizer, an acid neutralizing agent, and a sorbitol-based compound. The composition may be used to manufacture medical articles and food packaging material which must be sterilized, either by irradiation or by autoclaving.

Abstract: N,N'-bridged bistetramethylpiperidinyl compounds, which are produced by reacting tetramethylpiperidinyl compounds with a cyclic carbonate, and are useful as light stabilizers for organic material.

Abstract: The invention relates to a thermoplastic elastomer comprising a blend of a rubber and a thermoplastic resins the rubber being at least partially cured with a phenolic curative. The invention is that, to overcome problems with surface cracking, the thermoplastic elastomer also comprises a hydrolysis-insensitive HALS-compound.The invention also relates to the preparation of such a thermoplastic elastomer.

Abstract: A vulcanizable rubber composition containing a high imino alkylated triazine resin additive for improved tire cord adhesion, sidewall reinforcement and/or rubber toughness without the use of resorcinol or resorcinol equivalent coreactants is described.

Abstract: The subject matter of the invention is the use of certain piperidine compounds of formula I ##STR1## in combination with an oxalanide UV absorber for the stabilization of pigmented or unpigmented polyolefins against the negative consequences of UV radiation. The invention also relates to compositions comprising a piperidine compound of formula I, a polyolefin, and an oxalanide UV absorber and compositions comprising a compound of formula I and a second HALS compound.

Abstract: Weatherable polycarbonate compositions (formulations or blends) comprise at least one of a piperazinone and piperazine dione based HALS, and at least one of a benzotriazole, benzophenone, triazine, oxanilide, and cyanoacrylate based UVA. The combination of these HALS and UVA exhibits a synergy that results in enhanced protection of the polycarbonate compositions by imparting photostability to the polycarbonate formulations, thereby reducing yellowing or other forms of light induced degradation.

Abstract: A polyacetal resin composition comprises a polyacetal resin, (A) a light stabilizer selected from the group consisting of a benzotriazole compound, a benzophenone compound, an aromatic benzoate compound, a cyanoacrylate compound, and an anilide oxalate compound and (B) an aliphatic acid ester. It is improved in stability to weathing.

Abstract: A method is provided to treat inflammatory bowel disease by locally administering to the colon an effective amount of nicotine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, preferably via formulations adapted for delayed oral release or rectal administration. Further provided is a novel formulation for the oral administration of nicotine comprising a polyacrylic polymer complexed with nicotine.

Abstract: 1,2-Bis-adducts of stable hindered nitroxide compounds with substituted ethylenes are prepared by reacting two equivalents of nitroxyl compound with an ethylenically unsaturated compound such as styrene or an acrylate ester. These adducts are very effective inhibitors to prevent the premature polymerization of ethylenically unsaturated monomers when such monomers are distilled, processed or stored.

Abstract: A mixture of the compounds identified in the title, their pure isomers and alkane-bridged derivatives are particularly effective in stabilizing polymer compositions, particularly polyolefin compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a stabilizer comprising a substituted cyclohexene compound of a hindered piperidine type wherein the 1- and 2-positions on a cyclohexene ring are doubly bonded, a carbon atom situated at the 4-position and/or the 5-position of the cyclohexene ring contains a substituent having a C.dbd.O group at its alpha-position, at least one carbon atom of the cyclohexene ring located adjacent to said carbon atom having the C.dbd.O group has a hydrogen atom as a substituent, and at least one group containing a 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidyl group attached to the 3-, 4-, 5- or 6-position of the cyclohexene ring; and/or other substituted cyclohexene compound of a hindered piperidine and/or a compound of a hindered piperidine. The stabilizers of the present invention can exhibit improved properties in light stability and in bleed out resistance even without a phenol type antioxidant.

Abstract: A coating composition comprisinga) a film-forming materialb) a stabilizing effective amount of a light stabilizing composition which comprises a blend of at least one diphenyloxamine of the formula ##STR1## where R.sub.1 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkoxy or halogen;R.sub.2 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkoxy, halogen, phenyl or phenoxy; andR.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are hydrogen, alkyl or alkoxy and at least one selected tetraalkylpiperidine.In a preferred embodiment, a benzotriazole is also present in the light stabilizing composition.The coating compositions are especially useful for the automotive market.The invention further relates to a method for enhancing the light stability of coatings comprising adding to the solids content of the coating composition a stabilizing quantity of the above-mentioned light stabilizing composition. The invention also relates to the corresponding stabilized coating film.