Abstract: Described are compounds of the formula: wherein RAryl is an aryl group; R1 is a linear or branched C2-C40 hydrocarbyl group; R2 is a C1-C4 alkyl; Rf is a perfluorinated group of having an average of 3 to 5 carbon atoms; and subscript x is 1 to 3.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel dispersants based on reaction products of two and one moles respectively of the branched ester alcohol or alkokylated ester alcohol with maleic anhydride that has been subjected to a further sulfonation reaction. The compounds are useful as dispersing and wetting agents. The invention further relates to the use of the dispersants of the invention to produce stable aqueous dispersions of high performance thermoplastic polymers.

Abstract: A method for preparing a modified thermoplastic resin by mixing a thermoplastic resin having a tg of 95° C. or greater and having a melt processing temperature of 250° C. or greater with a silicone base comprised of 100 parts by weight of a diorganopolysiloxane gum and having an average of at least 2 alkenyl groups per molecule in conjunction with 0 to 50 parts by weight of a reinforcing filler along with a radical initiator. The silicone base and this combination are dynamically vulcanized to cure the silicone base at an elevated temperature.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a masterbatch, a method for fabricating the same and a film formed from the masterbatch. The masterbatch includes a product prepared from a composition via polymerization and granulation. The composition includes: terephthalic acid; and a silicon dioxide dispersion, wherein the silicon dioxide dispersion includes surface-modified silicon dioxide particles disposed within ethylene glycol, and the surface-modified silicon dioxide particle has first functional groups and second functional groups bonded on the surface of the silicon dioxide particles, wherein the first functional groups have a structure represented by and the second functional groups include a C1-8 haloalkyl functional group, C1-8 alkoxy functional group, C1-8 aminoalkyl functional group, C2-8 alkenyl group, or epoxy group, R1 is hydrogen or a C1-3 alkyl functional group, and n is 1-4.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising poly(hydroxyalkanoic acid) and one or more carboxylic acids having about 10 to about 30 carbon atoms wherein the carboxylic acid is present in the composition from 0.5 to about 15%, based on the weight of the composition and the carboxylic acid includes aromatic carboxylic acid, aliphatic carboxylic acid, polycarboxylic acid, aliphatic hydroxycarboxylic acid; or combinations of two or more thereof. Also disclosed are a process that can be used for producing the composition and an article comprising the composition.

Abstract: Addition-crosslinkable silicone compositions having high adhesion, rapid curing, and reduced odor and extractables contain a silylated citric acid.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides an antireflective and antiglare coating composition, comprising: a low refractive substance having a refractive index of 1.2 to 1.45, a high refractive substance having a refractive index of 1.46 to 2, a fluorine-based compound and a particulates having an average particle diameter of 1 to 10 ?m, wherein a surface energy difference between the low refractive substance and the high refractive substance is 5 mN/m or more, an antireflective and antiglare film manufactured by using the same, and a method for manufacturing the same. According to the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, an antireflective and antiglare film having excellent wear resistance and antireflection function may be manufactured by a single coating process using the single composition, such that a manufacturing cost may be decreased.

Abstract: An adhesive composition is provided that is water-insoluble yet water-absorbent, i.e., capable of absorbing up to 15 wt. % water or more. The composition in composed of a film-forming hydrophilic polymer with at least one linear segment having a plurality of recurring polar groups along the polymer backbone, a complementary multifunctional polymer with a plurality of recurring functional groups that noncovalently bind to the polar groups on the film-forming polymer, and plasticizer. A method for manufacturing the adhesive composition is provided as well.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new classes of monomeric compounds, which may be polymerized to form novel biodegradable and bioresorbable polymers and co-polymers. These polymers and co-polymers, while not limited thereto, may be adapted for radioopacity and are useful for medical device applications and controlled release therapeutic formulations.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of a composition comprising: 45% to 85% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the polymers present in the composition, of one or more non-grafted PVC resins with a K value in the range 50 to 90; and 15% to 55% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the polymers present in the composition, of one or more resins of PVC grafted onto one or more polymers selected from C1-C18 alkyl polyacrylates, C1-C18 alkyl polymethacrylates and mixtures thereof; for the manufacture of tubes for transporting drinking water or physiological liquids.

Abstract: To provide a composition comprising a fluorocopolymer such as an ETFE which can be produced at a relatively low temperature, and its production process. A fluorocopolymer composition which comprises a fluorocopolymer such as an ETFE and a C6-10 aliphatic compound having one carbonyl group, and which is in a solution state being at a temperature of at most the melting point of the fluorocopolymer, and a process for producing the fluorocopolymer composition, which comprises a step of dissolving the fluorocopolymer in the aliphatic compound having one carbonyl group at a temperature of at most the melting point of the fluorocopolymer.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a photo-curable transfer sheet suitable for the preparation of an intermediate stamper in a nanoimprint method, in which the peeling property from a mold having a fine concave-convex pattern used in the preparation of the intermediate stamper and the peeling property of a cured photo-curable resin that is a product having a fine concave-convex pattern transferred from the intermediate stamper are excellent, and the adhesion to a base film is good; and a method for forming a concave-convex pattern by using the above-mentioned photo-curable transfer sheet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition containing a particulate solid, a plastic material (such as a thermoplastic polymer) and a compound capable of having dispersant properties. The compound may be obtained/obtainable by reacting a fatty acid with either (i) a hydroxy-C4-5-alkylene carboxylic acid, or (ii) a lactone. The invention further relates to novel compounds, and the use of the compound as a dispersant.

Abstract: The invention provides surface coating compositions comprising a preservative comprising 9-decenoic acid, salts of 9-decenoic acid, esters of 9-decenoic acid, or combinations thereof. The surface coating compositions may be water-based coatings (e.g., a latex paint) or solvent-based coatings (e.g., a solvent-based paint). The surface coating compositions may be paints, stains, varnishes, concrete coatings, anti-graffiti coatings, and the like. Methods for protecting a surface coating composition from in-can spoilage and protecting a coating of the surface coating composition from deterioration by the action of microorganisms are also described.

Abstract: A flower-like nano-particle composition including a poly(alkenylbenzene) core and a poly(conjugated diene) or a poly(alkylene) surface layer is provided. The nano-particles have a mean average diameter less than about 100 nm and are substantially free of chain ends. The nano-particles can be modified via, for example, hydrogenation. The nano-particles can advantageously be incorporated into rubbers, elastomers, and thermoplastics.

Abstract: A composition including at least one first divalent unit represented by formula: Each Rf is independently selected from the group consisting of Rfa—(O)t—CHF—(CF2)n—; [Rfa—(O)t—C(L)H—CF2—O]m—W—; Rfb-O—(CF2)p-; F(CkF2k)—(O—CkF2k)P—O—CF2—; and CF3—O—(CF2)3—(OCF(CF3)—CF2)Z—O-L1-. Each Q is independently selected from the group consisting of a bond, —C(O)—N(R1)—, and —C(O)—O—. Each X is independently selected from the group consisting of alkylene and arylalkylene, wherein alkylene and arylalkylene are each optionally interrupted by at least one ether linkage and optionally terminated by —N(R1)—C(O)— or —O—C(O)—. R and R1 are each independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and alkyl having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms. Rfa represents a partially or fully fluorinated alkyl group having from 1 to 10 carbon atoms and optionally interrupted with at least one oxygen atom. Rfb is selected from the group consisting of CF3CFH— and F(CjF2j)-.

Abstract: A composite material includes a polymer matrix and a pigment dispersed in the polymer matrix. The pigment includes an alumina hydrate particulate material and a dye. The dye is covalently bonded to a surface of the alumina hydrate particulate material.

Abstract: A treatment composition for imparting water repellency to articles comprising a blend of one or more fluorochemical esters and one or more polycarbodiimides, a method for treating articles with such composition, and the articles produced thereby. The treatment composition and method are especially well suited for use by consumers on personal articles such as garments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to coating compositions for producing formable scratchproof coatings with dirt repellency effect, comprising A) from 1% by weight to 30% by weight of a prepolymer obtainable by free-radically polymerizing a mixture comprising A1) from 1 to 10 parts by weight of at least one sulphur compound containing at least 3 thiol groups and A2) from 90 to 99 parts by weight of alkyl (meth)acrylates, B) from 0.2% by weight to 10% by weight of at least one fluoroalkyl (meth)acrylate having 6 to 60 carbon atoms in the alcohol residue and including 13 to 121 fluorine atoms, C) from 20% by weight to 80% by weight of polyfunctional (meth)acrylates, D) from 0.01% by weight to 10% by weight of at least one initiator E) from 2% by weight to 75% by weight of at least one diluent and F) from 0% by weight to 40% by weight of customary additives G) from 0.01% by weight to 10% by weight of 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropyl methacrylate.

Abstract: Disclosed are natural products composites protected against the deleterious effects of microorganisms comprising at least one natural product, at least one thermoplastic resin, and an effective amount of an antifungal agent. The composites are further advantageously protected against weathering and color formation by the incorporation therein of at least one light stabilizer and at least one compound selected from the group consisting of the oxides, hydroxides or silicates of Ca, Mg, Al and Zn. The light stabilizers are selected from the group consisting of the ultraviolet light absorbers and the sterically hindered amines. The metal oxide is for example CaO. The natural products are for example wood flour, flax, hemp, jute, kenaf, or rice husk. The thermoplastic resin is for example polyethylene or polypropylene. The antifungal agent and potential coadditives are incorporated via melt processing such as extrusion, co-kneading, pultrusion and injection molding.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a resin composition comprising an ester compound and a polymer, wherein the ester compound and the polymer are obtainable by reacting a diene, a dienophile and a carboxylic acid. The invention also refers to adhesive compositions comprising the resin composition.

Abstract: A flower-like nano-particle composition including a poly (alkenylbenzene) core and a poly (conjugated diene) or a poly(alkylene) surface layer is provided. The nano-particles have a mean average diameter less than about 100 nm and are substantially free of chain ends. The nano-particles can be modified via, for example, hydrogenation. The nano-particles can advantageously be incorporated into rubbers, elastomers, and thermoplastics.

Abstract: A stabilizer composition is described and comprises a 2-cyano-3,3-diarylacrylate, a sterically hindered monomeric amine, a sterically hindered phenol and, where appropriate, a chromane derivative and/or an organic phosphite and/or phosphonite. The stabilizer composition is particularly suitable for stabilizing thermoplastic polyurethane with respect to light, oxygen, and heat.

Abstract: A stabilizer composition is described and comprises a 3-arylacrylate, a polymeric compound with molecular weight at least 2000, bearing, on a polymeric framework, side groups having amine functions, where all of the substituents in the ?-position to the amine nitrogen atom are other than hydrogen, and comprises a sterically hindered phenol. The stabilizer composition is particularly suitable for stabilizing thermoplastic polyurethane with respect to light, oxygen, and heat.

Abstract: Thickeners for oil-containing compositions, particularly cosmetic and personal care compositions, are side chain crystalline polymers which are uniformly dispersed as a crystallized solid in the oil.

Abstract: The present invention provides an over-coating composition comprising a basic compound for coating a photoresist composition to provide a vertical photoresist pattern.

Abstract: The present invention relates to flame retardant polycarbonate compositions with improved weathering performance, said compositions comprising one or more cyanoacrylic esters. The invention also relates to methods for improving the flame retardancy and weathering performances of polycarbonate compositions by incorporating cyanoacrylic ester(s). Finally, the invention further relates to articles manufactured from flame retardant polycarbonate compositions comprising cyanoacrylic ester(s).

Abstract: About 0.001 to 1 part by weight of a phenol component (B1) and/or about 0.001 to 10 parts by weight of an amino acid (B2) are added relative to 100 parts by weight of a polyacetal resin (A) to prepare a polyacetal resin composition. The phenol component (B1) may be a novolak phenol-series resin, a phenol aralkyl-series resin, a polyvinyl phenol-series resin, a polyhydric phenol, a polyphenol, a catechin compound, or a lignin. The amino acid (B2) may be an &agr;-amino acid, a &bgr;-amino acid, a &ggr;-amino acid, a &dgr;-amino acid, or a derivative of an amino acid. The polyacetal resin composition may further contain an antioxidant, a heat stabilizer, a processing stabilizer, a weather (light)-resistant stabilizer, or a coloring agent. The polyacetal resin composition ensures marked inhibition of formaldehyde emission.

Abstract: A hardener for use in urea-formaldehyde and urea-melamine-formaldehyde based adhesives comprises a polyvinyl acetate emulsion together with a metal chloride and an ammonium salt. The adhesive composition comprising a urea-formaldehyde or urea-melamine-formaldehyde resin, and the above hardener provides an increased curing rate, an acceptable viscosity, better adhesion and greater tolerance towards substrate type.

Abstract: A release agent having a polydimethylsiloxane and a fluorosurfactant other than a silicone glycol polymer, a perfluoroalkylsubstituted polyethylene glycol, or a perfluoroalkylsubstituted silane.

Abstract: The invention relates to a product capable of transforming a toxic, corrosive or environmentally harmful liquid product into a harmless or non-aggressive residue comprising:

Abstract: Improved polycarbonate resins are prepared comprising specific amounts of a cyanacrylic acid ester type UV absorber in combination with a synergistic phosphite type stabilizer and, optionally, a hindered phenol type stabilizer and/or a lactone type stabilizer. The polycarbonate compositions according to the invention can be used to prepare molded, shaped or otherwise fabricated articles having improved combinations of protection against UV radiation, color and color stability with reduced plate-out behavior during processing. The compositions are especially suitable for use in extrusion, blow molding, thermoforming, injection molding, injection blow molding, injection compression molding, film blow molding and foaming processes and provide improved parts or articles.

Abstract: Aromatic and aliphatic organic thiol compounds are disclosed which can be utilized to plasticize and/or stabilize halogen-containing polymer compositions, especially poly(vinyl chloride) compositions. Compounds of the present invention are utilized in polymers normally susceptible to deterioration and color change, which typically occurs during processing of the polymer or exposure to certain environments.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersion polymerization of fluoromonomers is improved by using a combination of fluorosurfactants, one of which is a perfluoropolyether carboxylic acid or sulfonic acid or salt of either.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a powder composition which comprises at least one carboxylic ester, for hydrophobicizing construction compositions.

Abstract: Low gloss in a coating derived from a polyester/triglycidyl isocyanurate coating powder is achieved by including in the coating powder ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer plus a zinc salt of a fatty acid and/or a zinc salt of a beta diketone.

Abstract: Fluoropolymer aqueous dispersions comprising an hydrogenated nonionic surfactant and a fluorinated nonionic surfactant selected from the following classes: Rf—L—(OCH(R1)—CH(R2))n—O—A  (I) wherein: n is an integer comprised between 4 and 60; L is selected from: —(CF(Y)—CO—O)pR′—; —(CF(Y)—CO—NH)pR′—; —(CF(Y)—SO2—NH)pR′—; wherein: p is 0 or 1; Y can be F or CF3; R′ is an alkylic radical C1-C5; R1, R2 can preferably be both H or the former H and the latter CH3, Rf can be a radical of (per)fluoroalkane type from 4 to 20 C atoms or of (per)fluoropolyether type; A is selected from the following ones: —H; —CH, —CH2OH; —CH2OCH2CH2OH; —CH2(OCH2CH2)n′″OR′ wherein n′″ is an integer between 2 and 15 and R′ is H, CH3, COCH3; —CONHCH2CH2OH.

Abstract: A mixture for stabilizing polyolefins containing A) either (A1) at least one compound of the formula in which R1 is for example C1-C10alkyl; R2 is C3-C10alkylene; R3 is for example hydrogen or C1-C8alkyl; and n1 is a number from 2 to 50; or (A2) a product obtainable by reacting a product—obtained by reaction of a polyamine of the formula in which n2′, n2″ and n2′″ are a number from 2 to 12 with cyanuric chloride—with a compound of the formula wherein R4 is for example hydrogen or C1-C12alkyl; and R5 is as defined for R3 and B) magnesium oxide, magnesium hydroxide, C) zinc oxide, zinc hydroxide or an organic salt of zinc or magnesium, or a hydrotalcite; and at least one of C1) an UV absorber or C2) 2 pigment.

Abstract: Fluoropolymer aqueous dispersions comprising an hydrogenated nonionic surfactant and a fluorinated nonionic surfactant selected from the following classes: Rf—L—(OCH(R1)—CH(R2) )n—O—A  (I) wherein: n is an integer comprised between 4 and 60; L is selected from: —(CF(Y)—CO—O)pR′—; —(CF(Y)—CO—NH)pR′—; —(CF(Y)—SO2—NH)pR′—; wherein: p is 0 or 1; Y can be F or CF3; R′ is an alkylic radical C1-C5; R1, R2 can preferably be both H or the former H and the latter CH3, Rf can be a radical of (per)fluoroalkane type from 4 to 20 C atoms or of (per)fluoropolyether type; A is selected from the following ones: —H; —CH, —CH2OH; —CH2OCH2CH2OH; —CH2(OCH2CH2)n′″OR′ wherein n′″ is an integer between 2 and 15 and R′ is H, CH3, COCH3; —CONHCH2CH2OH.

Abstract: The present invention provides an over-coating composition comprising a basic compound for coating a photoresist composition to provide a vertical photoresist pattern.

Abstract: A composition having repellency to low surface tension fluids comprising a material prepared by forming a mixture of a polymer selected from the group consisting of polyolefin, polyamide, polyester, polyacrylate, and blends and copolymers thereof, and a fluorochemical compound comprising a fluorocarbon/hydrocarbon ester of the formulae:R.sub.f --O--C(O)--R.sub.1 or R.sub.f --C(O)--O--R.sub.1whereinRf is selected from the group consisting of:1) F(CF.sub.2).sub.x --(CH.sub.2).sub.m wherein x is from about 4 to about 20 and m is from about 0 to about 6; and2) F(CF.sub.2).sub.x --SO.sub.2 N(R.sub.2)--R.sub.3 where x is a positive integer from about 4 to about 20, R.sub.2 is an alkyl radical of from about 1 to about 4 carbon atoms, R.sub.3 is an alkylene radical of from about 1 to about 12 carbon atoms; andR.sub.1 is an aliphatic hydrocarbon having from about 12 to about 76 carbon atoms; andprovided that said fluorochemical compound is other than perfluoroalkylethyl stearate; andmelt extruding the mixture.

Abstract: The use of redispersible polymer powders or polymer granules for coating pharmaceutical or agrochemical use forms, consisting ofa) 10-95% by weight of polyvinyl acetate,b) 5-90% by weight of an N-vinylpyrrolidone-containing polymer,c) 0-20% by weight of another water-soluble or water-swellable substance andd) 0-20% by weight of a water-insoluble dusting agent with or withoute) other additives.

Abstract: This invention provides a method of preparing fluoropolymer utilizing one or more environmentally-friendly fluorinated emulsifiers comprising .alpha.-branched fluoroalkylcarbonyl moieties. Fluoropolymer emulsions comprising one or more environmentally-friendly fluorinated emulsifiers comprising .alpha.-branched fluoroalkylcarbonyl moieties are also disclosed.

Abstract: The compression set of elastomeric silicone compositions, addition cured injection moldable compositions or millable compositions, is reduced by the incorporation of nitrogen compounds wherein the nitrogen possesses at least one organic substituent and the nitrogen is tetravalent wherein the nitrogen is cationic. The adhesion of such compositions to thermoset or thermoplastic polymer substrates is improved by the addition of bis(trimethoxysilylpropyl)fumarate and a disilanol that may or may not contain alkenyl groups.

Abstract: Flame resistant polyester resin composition comprising a polyester matrix resin containing a polyalkylene oxide, a brominated flame retardant, and a brominated dialkyl phthalate which exhibits low melt viscosity, excellent flow, improved welding strength and resistance to thermal shock.

Abstract: A composition having repellency to low surface tension fluids comprising a material prepared by forming a mixture of a polymer selected from the group consisting of polyolefin, polyamide, polyester, polyacrylate, and blends and copolymers thereof, and a fluorochemical compound comprising a fluorocarbon/hydrocarbon ester of the formulae:R.sub.f --O--C(O)--R.sub.1 or R.sub.f --C(O)--O--R.sub.1whereinR.sub.f is selected from the group consisting of:1) F(CF.sub.2).sub.x --(CH.sub.2).sub.m wherein x is from about 4 to about 20 and m is from about 0 to about 6; and2) F(CF.sub.2).sub.x --SO.sub.2 N(R.sub.2)--R.sub.3 where x is a positive integer from about 4 to about 20, R.sub.2 is an alkyl radical of from about 1 to about 4 carbon atoms, R.sub.3 is an alkylene radical of from about 1 to about 12 carbon atoms; andR.sub.1 is an aliphatic hydrocarbon having from about 12 to about 76 carbon atoms; andprovided that said fluorochemical compound is other than perfluoroalkylethyl stearate; andmelt extruding the mixture.

Abstract: A rubber composition for a tire, comprising at least one compound selected from the group consisting of ascorbic acid and derivatives thereof, tocopherols, and citric acid and derivatives thereof.

Abstract: Coating compositions containing an alkyd, urethane or unsaturated polyester resin, and an ester of an unsaturated acid and a fluorinated alcohol wherein the cured coating has an advancing hexadecane contact angle of at least about 40 degrees and durable improved oil and water repellency is disclosed.

Abstract: Compositions and processes for imparting repellency to low surface tension fluids in thermoplastic polymers, said compositions containing compounds of formulae R.sub.f SO.sub.2 (CH.sub.2).sub.n C(O).sub.2 OR, RSO.sub.2 (CH.sub.2).sub.n C(O)OR.sub.f and R.sub.f SO.sub.2 R wherein R.sub.f is F(CF.sub.2).sub.x --(CH.sub.2).sub.m wherein x is 4 to 20 and m is 2 to 6, R is a saturated aliphatic hydrocarbon with an average carbon chain length of 12 to 66 carbons; and n is 1 to 4 are disclosed.

Abstract: Colour concentrate pellets for pigmenting polyvinyl chloride are substantially all of diameter 0.1 to 3 mm and comprise pigment dispersed in a carrier comprising ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer which is ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer and/or alloy thereof with polyethylene, the polymer having a vinyl acetate content of 13-28% by weight and a melt flow index (as measured by the method of ASTM D1238 using a 2.16 kg weight at 190.degree. C.) of 3.5-150 g/10 minutes, the pellets comprising at least 30% by weight of the pigment and at least 10% by weight of the polymer.