Abstract: A metallic gloss image composition including a hydromorphic solvent and a polsulfurnitride derivative dissolved in the hydromorphic solvent. The polysulfurnitride derivative has the following formula: R1—(—S═N—)n—R2. Instead of the hydromorphic solvent, a thermoplastic renis formed by polymerization of monomers can be used to obtain the metallic gloss image composition.

Abstract: Novel coating compositions containing a polymer, a hydrazide and a silane, methods of making and using such compositions and a substrate coated with such coating compositions.

Abstract: Acicular hydrazine-based diurea derivative crystals of the formula R′HN—CO—NH—NH—CO—NHR wherein R and R′ independently are unsubstituted or substituted hydrocarbyl groups with an average length of the crystals ranging from about 0.1 to about 300 micrometers, and the use of such crystals as a rheology modifier in coatings and adhesives. Preferably, the hydrocarbyl group is a hexyl, octadecyl, benzyl, or cyclohexyl group.

Abstract: Hindered amines substituted on the N-atom with an —O—E—OH moiety are particularly effective in stabilizing polyolefin and automotive coating compositions against the deleterious effects of oxidative, thermal and actinic radiation where the presence of the OH group on the compounds adds important properties not attainable by the use of normal —O—E moieties.

Abstract: The present invention teaches modified organosilicone and their use, a preferred of which is as adjuvants for pesticides. The modified organosilicone have siloxane backbones with pendant, terminal or intermediate amine and polyether groups. The modified groups or the siloxane may be functionalized further with alkyl or alkyleneoxide groups.

Abstract: The present invention relates to anaerobic adhesive compositions which have been optimized using experimental design techniques to produce desired physical properties. A simplified cure system is disclosed which permits enhanced fixture and cure times.

Abstract: A method of preventing fouling organisms in marine environments comprises the step of introducing into the marine environment in a predetermined form and in a sufficient amount an antifouling composition having as its effective ingredient a nitric oxide-releasing functional group of the diazeniumdiolate structure: whereupon nitric oxide is controllably released into the marine environment to prevent at least one of the fouling organisms' propagation, ability to attach, and ability to function. An antifouling composition consists essentially of an antifouling-acceptable carrier and a coprecipitation product of polylactide/glycolide and diethylenetriamine having the formula H3N+CH2CH2N(N2O2)−1CH2CH2NH2, wherein diethylenetriamine contains a nitric oxide-releasing functional group.

Abstract: Hindered amines substituted on the N-atom with an hydroxy-substituted alkoxy moiety are particularly effective in stabilizing organic polymer compositions against the deleterious effects of oxidative, thermal and actinic radiation where the presence of the OH group on the compounds adds important properties not otherwise attainable.

Abstract: A description is given of an extrusion process for the preparation of a low-dust stabiliser, using a subcooled melt as granulation liquid, as well as of novel amorphous modifications of different stabilisers, including 2,2′-methylenebis(4-[1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl]-6-benzotriazol-2-yl-phenol), and of the &bgr;-crystalline modification of 2-(2-hydroxy-3,5-di-tert-butylphenyl)-5-chlorobenzotriazole and of the preparation thereof. The novel process affords products which are easy to handle and which are flowable, and the novel modifications have advantages as regards their preparation, processing and their use as stabiliser.

Abstract: The present invention teaches heterocyclic amine modified siloxanes and their use, a preferred of which is as adjuvants for pesticides. The heterocyclic amine modified siloxanes have siloxane backbones with pendant, terminal or intermediate heterocyclic amine groups, which may contain one or more heteroatoms, i.e., nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen. The heterocyclic amine groups or the siloxane may be functionalized further with alkyl or alkyleneoxide groups.

Abstract: A rubber composition comprising a diene rubber, a reinforcing agent and a compound containing radicals capable of being stably present at room temperature in the presence of oxygen in the molecule thereof, selected from the group consisting of nitroxide radicals, hydrazyl radicals, allyloxyl radicals, and trityl radicals and the analogues thereof or a compound having at least one substituent group selected from amino groups, isocyanate groups, hydroxyl groups, carboxyl groups, oxirane groups, and thiirane groups.

Abstract: The invention provides a processing aid and method for lubricating and improving the processability and releasability of rubber and plastic without adversely affecting and, in certain instances, improving the physical properties of the rubber or plastic such as adhesion, tack, modulus and tensile strength. The processing aid comprises a pre-formed homogeneous mixture of at least one silicone fluid lubricant and at least one peptizing agent. A preferred processing aid also includes a silicone fluid wetting agent, which affords decreased vulcanization times and increased production rates.

Abstract: A rigid thermoplastic polyurethane with improved melt strength can be prepared by deactivating the catalyst for the polymer subsequent to the onset of urethane bond formation. Catalyst deactivation is accomplished either with a latent deactivator for the catalyst, or an active deactivator. The further addition of a crosslinker to the reaction mixture can provide an even greater improvement of melt strength.

Abstract: Elastomers having a polyurethane binder are formed from a mixture including tetrastar polyethylene oxide polyol with a molecular weight of at least 16000 daltons and a plasticizer present in a ratio of at least five parts by weight to one part of the polyol and provide high tensile strength, extreme elongation, great flexibility, and absence of voids. Energetic elastomers use a nitrate ester plasticizer with a curative having a functionality of at least three and an NCO/OH equivalent ratio of about 2.5 and may include an energetic particulate filler. Inert elastomers use a non-volatile ester plasticizer, as dimethyl phthalate, with a curative having a functionality of two and an NCO/OH equivalent ratio not over 2.0.

Abstract: The invention provides UV-stabilizer concentrates, which, relative to the total weight, consist ofA) 40 to 80 weight-% of at least one thermoplastic polyurethaneB) 10 to 30 weight-% 1,3,5-tri-glycidyl-isocyanurate andC) 10 to 30 weight-% 2-(2-hydroxy-3,5,-di-tert-amyl-phenyl)-2H-benzotriazole and/or 1,6-hexane-di-yl-bis-(3-(3-benzotriazole-N-yl)-4-hydroxy-5-tert-butyl)-phe nyl-propanoate.The invention also discloses a process for their production, and their utilization to stabilize TPU against UV- and thermal-degradation.

Abstract: A rubber composition suitable for use in grips of articles such as golf clubs, tennis rackets, bicycles and tools, comprising (1) a rubber component containing a blend of an ethylene-propylene-diene rubber (EPDM) and natural rubber, (2) 2 to 40 parts by weight of a transpolyoctenamer per 100 parts by weight of the rubber blend, and (3) a filler containing a hydrated aluminum silicate powder, which provides grips having good non-slipping property, good feeling of touch and good response to mis-shot of golf balls.

Abstract: A method is provided for making curable silicon containing acrylate silicone hardcoat compositions which employ an anaerobic gelation inhibitor such as galvinoxyl. Devolatilizing of an aqueous/organic solvent mixture from the silicon containing acrylate hardcoat formulation is conducted in an inert atmosphere. Acrylate hardcoat compositions imparting improved weathering resistance to thermoplastic substrates also are provided.

Abstract: Stable thiol-ene compositions are provided which comprise a polythiol, a polyene and a stabilizer system comprising an alkenyl substituted phenolic compound having a formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are independently selected from the group consisting of H, OR, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, substituted alkyl, alkenyl or substituted alkenyl, a C.sub.6 -C.sub.20 aryl or substituted aryl, or a cyano group; R.sup.4 is H, R, OR, halogen, COR, COOR, or SR; R.sup.5 is OH, OR, OCOR, OCOOR, OCONHR, or OTMS; R is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, a cycloalkyl, or a C.sub.6 -C.sub.20 caryl or substituted aryl; x and y are 1, 2, or 3; z is 0, 1, or 2; and x+y+z=2, 3, or 4; or a formula: ##STR2## where x, y, z, w, R.sup.1 R.sup.2 R.sup.3, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 are defined as above, except that x+y+z=2-6, and R.sup.6 is CH.sub.2, C(CH.sub.3).sub.2, O, S, or SO.sub.

Abstract: A crosslinking aqueous pigment dispersion is disclosed, comprising (A) an aqueous resin dispersion, (B) a pigment, (C) a carbonyl-containing copolymer resin having an aldo group or a keto group, and (D) a hydrazine derivative having at least two hydrazino groups (--NHNH.sub.

Abstract: A novel coating composition, exhibiting improved adhesion to anionic substrates and a process for its preparation and use, is disclosed. The coating contains an aqueous dispersion of a cationic polymeric binder. The polymeric binder is preferably prepared by the polymerization of at least one monoethylenically unsaturated monomer, having amine functionality, in the presence of at least one nonionic or amphoteric surfactant, followed by the subsequent neutralization of the polymer using selected acids. Coatings containing the cationic latex polymeric binder and selected cationic pigment dispersants are provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a polymer composition comprising (I) 60 to 99.8 wt. % of an amorphous copolymer comprising (a) units derived from perfluoro-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxole and (b) units derived from at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer selected from ethylene, tetrafluoroethylene, chlorotrifluoroethylene, and CF.sub.2 .dbd.CFOCF.sub.3, and (II) 0.2 to 40 wt. % of a compound having a hydrocarbon group containing at least one fluorine atom and at least one functional group selected from --OH, --SR, --COOH, --SO--, --SO.sub.2 --, --CONH--, --COO--CO--, --CONHCO--, --COO--, --CN, --NCO, --CO--, --HCOO--, --NH.sub.2 --, --NH--, .dbd.N, --SO.sub.3 H, --NHNH.sub.2, --CONH.sub.2, --CH.dbd.CH.sub.2, --CH.dbd.CH--, (RO).sub.n X.sub.3-n Si--, wherein R is a C.sub.1-5 alkyl group, n is a number of 0 to 3, and X is halogen or a C.sub.1-5 alkyl group. The polymer composition is useful for a plastic cladding of an optical fiber.

Abstract: A combination of free radical retarding agent and an active iodine species selected from the group consisting of molecular iodine, iodide ion, and mixtures thereof provides synergistic stabilization of thiol-ene compositions which cure by addition of thiol groups to olefinic carbon-carbon double bonds. The combination is particularly suitable for thiol-ene formulations employing norbornenyl functional polyenes. A preferred stabilization system employs an N-nitrosoarylhydroxylamine salt and a mixture of an alkali iodide and I.sub.2 in the range of 0.6-1 mole I.sub.2 per equivalent I.sup..crclbar..

Abstract: The present invention provides: a novel poly(arylene sulfide) (PAS) composition having an increased comparative tracking index (CTI) rating; a novel method wherein the inventive composition is formed and molded to produce a useful article; a novel article produced by the inventive molding method; a novel method wherein the inventive composition is formed and used to encapsulate an article; and a novel encapsulated article produced by the inventive encapsulation method. The inventive PAS composition comprises: poly(arylene sulfide) resin; talc; and an amount of hindered phenol sufficient to increase the composition's CTI rating.

Abstract: Improved anaerobic adhesive compositions are described which contain an alkylsulfonylphenylhydrazine as the accelerator. The compositions are remarkably stable in storage but nevertheless set quickly upon anaerobic contact on the most diverse materials. They are particularly advantageous for the retention and making tight of threadings and smooth fitting made of treated steel, e.g., zinc-coated or bichromated steel.

Abstract: A curable silicon composition comprising:(A) an organopolysiloxane containing at least two silicon-bonded unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon groups and having a viscosity of from 100 to 200,000 cSt at 25.degree. C.,(B) a vinyl group-containing organocyclopolysiloxane having the general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R represents a hydrocarbon group having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms excluding unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon groups, and n represents an integer of from 3 to 8,(C) an organohydrogenpolysiloxane containing at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in the molecule,(D) a platinum family metal catalyst, and(E) a triazole compound.This curable silicone composition has good curing properties and can produce cured products having a markedly small permanent compression set.

Abstract: O-Alkenyl substituted hydroxylamines of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, aryl or phenylalkyl, and R.sub.3 to R.sub.7 are independently hydrogen, alkyl or substituted alkyl are very effective process stabilizers for polymeric systems providing melt flow stabilization and resistance to discoloration during processing at elevated temperatures as well as effective stabilizers for lubricant compositions.

Abstract: Esters of N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)hydroxylamines corresponding to the formula ##STR1## wherein R are various aliphatic and aromatic groups, and X is hydroxy or substituted carboxyethyl are effective in stabilizing various organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation.

Abstract: The present application relates to a novel method of stabilizing the molecular weight of alkoxylates and stable compositions. The polyoxyalkylene compounds have incorporated into them, from the time of reaction of the alkylene oxide, a free radical type inhibitor which significantly improves stability of both the polymer.

Abstract: Crosslinkable polymeric compositions which are dissolved or dispersed in an organic solvent, a process for their preparation and their use.These polymeric compositions which undergo crosslinking at room temperature or elevated temperatures after drying are obtained by reacting polymeric organic compounds containing carbonyl groups with polyhydrazides in the presence of monoketones or monoaldehydes.They are useful as crosslinking agents for polyepoxide compounds.

Abstract: N-hydroxyiminodiacetic and dipropionic acids and esters thereof corresponding to the formula ##STR1## are effective in stabilizing various organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation, said derivatives being particularly effective as color improvers and process stabilizers in synthetic polymers containing phenolic antioxidants and/or metal salts of fatty acids and as stabilizers in lubricants.

Abstract: Improvement of a process for spin-dyeing acid-modified polymers or copolymers of acrylonitrile in which cationic quaternary dyestuffs are added to the spinning mass and spun according to the wet-spinning procedure. The improvement is characterized by using dyestuffs characterized by a migration factor M of 20 or less than 20, by a combination index K of less than 2.5 and a cation weight of more than 310. Migration factor M and combination index K are known values in the dyestuff field or can be determined. The dyestuff to be used according to the invention can belong to the most different classes of dyestuffs; they fix rapidly on the polymer, and thus they do not color, or color only to a minor extent, the coagulation, stretching and washing baths although they are soluble in water and aqueous solutions of these baths.

Abstract: Aramid fiber is coated with certain sulfonyl azides to improve adhesion to polymer matrices.

Abstract: The title compounds correspond to the formula ##STR1## wherein A is a monovalent, bivalent, trivalent or tetravalent radical of a mono-, di-, tri- or tetraamine. These compounds are useful as stabilizers for organic polymers and lubricating oils to counteract the degradative effects of heat, light and air.

Abstract: Heat curable hard coat compositions are provided of aqueous colloidal silica and copolymer of an alkylacrylate and a polyalkoxysilylacrylate or a mixture of an alkylacrylate-acrylic acid copolymer and an epoxyalkoxysilane. The heat curable hardcoat composition can be applied onto various substrates, for example, a polycarbonate substrate, and thereafter heat cured to produce coated articles having adherent and abrasion resistant coatings.

Abstract: A polymer concrete comprising by weight about 40-70% coarse aggregate, about 20-55% of a fine aggregate such as sand, about 2-15% silica flour and about 8% to 12% furfuryl alcohol polymerized in situ with an acid catalyst produces a highly cross-linked concrete which contains no cement and is mixed with water. The furfuryl polymer concrete provides the broadest range of chemical resistance of all existing polymer concretes. The coarse and fine aggregate have a pH less than 7.0 and are provided with a specific size gradation.

Abstract: Trityl compounds wherein a triphenylmethyl group is attached to oxygen, divalent sulfur, trivalent nitrogen or a halogen are effective synergists for organic bromine flame retardants in polypropylene compositions.