Abstract: A novel thermosettable composition-of-matter is disclosed. One embodiment of the composition-of-matter includes a polymeric thermosettable ingredient having at least three acetoacetoxy-type functional pendant moieties as well as at least three acid-functional pendant moieties. Another embodiment of the composition-of-matter includes at least two polymeric thermosettable ingredients, one of which includes at least three acid-functional pendant moieties and the other of which includes at least three acetoacetoxy-type functional pendant moieties. The novel composition is characterized in that the acid-functional and acetoacetoxy-type functional pendant moieties crosslinkably-react together, when subjected to elevated-temperature conditions for a predetermined period of time, thereby producing a crosslinked polymeric network. The novel thermosettable composition-of-matter can be used "as is" if either of the polymeric thermosettable components is a "fluid" (i.e., is able to flow) at room temperature.

Abstract: A crosslinkable composition for coating primed and unprimed substrates comprising from 10 to 80 percent by weight of a hydroxy functional polydiene polymer having a functionality of at least 1.3, 8 to 60 percent by weight of an amino resin crosslinking agent, and 2 to 40 percent by weight of a reinforcing agent. The invention also encompasses a process to make such compositions by partially reacting the three components for 0.5 to 10 hours at 60 to 120.degree. C., optionally in the presence of a small amount of catalyst, to give phase stable compositions and subsequently completely crosslinking the composition by baking the composition on a substrate.

Abstract: This invention relates to pressure sensitive adhesive compositions which are obtained by a method comprising reacting a mixture of at least one polydiorganosiloxane, at least one silicone resin copolymer, at least one silanol condensation catalyst, and at least one solvent or plasticizer having a boiling point of at least 200.degree. C., to form a reaction product, and then adding an organic peroxide or azo compound to the resultant reaction product. The silicone pressure sensitive adhesives of this invention are useful in preparing articles such as pressure sensitive tapes, labels, emblems and other decorative or informational signs.

Abstract: The preparation of pigment concentrates for the coloring of resin molding compositions in which the pigment is very finely dispersed is carried out successfully using, for the preparation of the pigment concentrates, a dispersant which contains the following components:from 0 to 90% by weight of a substantially amorphous poly-.alpha.-olefin,from 0 to 90% by weight of polyolefin wax,from 0 to 30% by weight of crystalline polyolefin, andfrom 1 to 50% by weight of a specific polyacrylic acid ester.

Abstract: A liquid coating composition, comprising (a) from about 5 to 100 percent of resin solids of a mixture of (i) a substantially saturated polyhydroxylated polydiene polymer, having terminal hydroxyl groups, and (ii) a chlorinated polyolefin, wherein the weight of the polydiene polymer is between about 5 and 95 percent of the total weight of the mixture of polyhydroxylated polydiene polymer and chlorinated polyolefin; (b) about 0 to about 95 percent by weight of resin solids of a film forming polymer selected from liquid and carrier-reducible film forming polymers; and (c) a carrier material. The liquid coating composition can be solvent-based or aqueous based and can additionally contain at least on pigment. The liquid coating composition can be coated onto plastic substrates to improve the adhesion of subsequently applied coatings and to substantially improve the solvent resistance, especially to gasoline, of the finally coated plastic part.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solid compositions of polymers or copolymers of unsaturated carboxylic acids partially or completely neutralized, a process for the preparation thereof and the use thereof as thickening agents.

Abstract: This invention provides a fluoropolymer dispersion useful for coating applications. The dispersion is a homogeneous and non-ozone depleting dispersion comprising a lubricious fluoropolymer, an inert perfluorinated liquid, a polar solvent, and an effective amount of a surface active agent selected from the group consisting ofa. perfluoroaliphatic amidoalkanols;b. polymerized products formed from the reaction of a mixture comprising a hydrophilic monomer and a monomer of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein p and q are integers between 1 and 4 inclusive, x and y are integers between 0 and 4 inclusive, m is 1 or 2, n is an integer between 3 and 10 inclusive, X' is either a methyl group or a single hydrogen atom, g is 0 or 1, and Q is a sulfonamido constituent group according to the formula: ##STR2## wherein R.sup.

Abstract: A lithographic printing ink contains an ester-modified carboxyl-containing copolymer as a pigment dispersant. The ester-modified carboxyl-containing copolymer is the reaction product of a long chain alcohol and a styrene maleic anhydride copolymer, wherein at least 35% of the carboxyl groups of the styrene maleic anhydride copolymer are esterified. The ink further includes a solvent selected from the group consisting of aliphatic hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons, and mixtures thereof; a modifying oil; a liquid carrier resin; and a pigment.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of fatty acids or fatty alcohols--which are solid at room temperature and/or which cure in the presence of air--and/or at least substantially water-insoluble esters, ethers and/or salts thereof with, in particular, polyvalent cations as degradable and biologically safe stabilizers for increasing the water resistance of soil impregnations based on polyvinyl esters, more particularly PVAc.

Abstract: Aromatic diamines having a carboxylic acid group and various other diamines are reacted with aromatic tetracarboxylic dianhdyrides in organic polar solvents to provide polyimides. Polyimide compositions for electrodeposition which comprise the neutralized salts of the polyimides, water and poor solvents for the polyimides have good keeping quality and when electrodeposited on electrically conductive materials, can form polyimide coats that have high levels of appearance, smoothness and denseness while exhibiting good physical and chemical characteristics in such aspects as heat resistance, electrical insulation and chemical resistance.

Abstract: A heat storage composition characterized in that the composition is prepared by mixing a heat storage component with a component comprising a thermoplastic elastomer and synthetic or natural rubber in an amount of 0.5 to 30 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the heat storage component using mechanical means, the heat storage component comprising at least one of a wax having a main chain of hydrocarbon and at least 0.degree. in melting point and a higher monohydroxy alcohol having a melting point of at least 0.degree..

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for preparing a UV-curable coating material comprising the steps of effecting a hydrolysis reaction of (a-1) 40 to 90 parts by weight of colloidal silica, and (a-2) 60 to 10 parts by weight of a hydrolyzate of an alkoxy silane compound containing not less than 50% by weight of a compound of the formula (I) ##STR1## replacing the dispersion medium of the colloidal silica with a nonpolar solvent when the amount of dehydration is in the range of 50 to 90% of theoretical value; and effecting a further condensation reaction while maintaining in the state of 30 to 90% by weight of solid components in the presence of the nonpolar solvent.A coating composition containing the UV-curable coating material can form an anti-abrasion-coating film having excellent abrasion resistance, surface smoothness, thermal resistance, chemical resistance, durability, weather resistance and adhesion to the substrate.

Abstract: The invention relates to water-based organopolysiloxane containing compositions which are essentially free from organic solvents, have a flash point above 70.degree. C. and essentially liberate no alcohols by hydrolysis on dilution with water. The organopolysiloxane-containing compositions according to the invention are obtainable by mixing M mol of water-insoluble organotrialkoxysilanes with Q mol of water-soluble aminoalkylalkoxysilanes in a molar ratio of 0<M/Q.ltoreq.2, adding water to the mixture, adjusting the pH of the reaction mixture to a value of between 1 and 8 and removing alcohol already present and/or formed during the reaction. The process for the preparation of the organopolysiloxane-containing compositions according to the invention and their use are also disclosed.

Abstract: Dip molding of thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers to form medical and surgical gloves, condoms, instrument and appliance covers, and other rubber goods is improved by a controlled viscosity, controlled rate of evaporation solvent system, including a strong polar solvent, a weak solvent or non-solvent to control viscosity, and a blush resistor to control the rate of evaporation and the effects of humidity. For particularly enhanced barrier film formation, a leveling agent is also included. One or more layers are dipped in sequential steps in thicknesses of 0.5 to 1.5 mils per layer, with complete integral film formation and substantially complete freedom from porosity and pin holes. Cross-linkable polyurethanes may be cured after fully molded.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cement composition containing a water reducing amount of the product formed by reaction of polyvinyl alcohol and an hydroxyaldehyde such as 4-hydroxybutanal.

Abstract: Dip molding of thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers to form medical and surgical gloves, condoms, instrument and appliance covers, and other rubber goods is improved by a controlled viscosity, controlled rate of evaporation solvent system, including a strong polar solvent, a weak solvent or non-solvent to control viscosity, and a blush resistor to control the rate of evaporation and the effects of humidity. For particularly enhanced barrier film formation, a leveling agent is also included. One or more layers are dipped in sequential steps in thicknesses of 0.5 to 1.5 mils per layer, with complete integral film formation and substantially complete freedom from porosity and pin holes. Cross-linkable polyurethanes may be cured after fully molded.

Abstract: A process for impregnating wood and wood products wherein the wood is treated with a composition comprising;(A) a salt of an organic or inorganic acid and an organopolysiloxane which contains SiC-bonded radicals with basic nitrogen in amounts of at least 0.5% by weight of basic nitrogen, based on the weight of this organopolysiloxane,(B) a water-repellent active compound which is not solid at 20.degree. C. under 1020 hPa, with the proviso that the water-repellent active compound can also be an organosilicon compound which is solid at 20.degree. C. under 1020 hPa and dissolves under these conditions to the extent of more than 50 parts by weight in 100 parts by weight of (A), if appropriate mixed with an organosilicon compound containing basic nitrogen in amounts of 0% to 0.5% by weight, based on the weight of this organosilicon compound, and/or silicic acid esters, and(c) water.Wood and wood products treated with the composition described above exhibit substantially reduced water absorption.

Abstract: A formaldehyde-free binding, impregnating or coating composition comprisesA) a polymer constituted to from 2 to 100% by weight of an ethylenically unsaturated acid or anhydride as comonomer, andB) at least one polyol selected froma triazine of the formula ##STR1## where R.sup.1 to R.sup.3 are each independently of the others a radical X[(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] or N[(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H].sub.2 where X is NH, O or S, m is from 2 to 5 and n is from 1 to 10,a triazinetrione of the formula ##STR2## where R.sup.4 to R.sup.6 are each independently of the others a radical [(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] where m is from 2 to 5 and n is from 1 to 10,a benzene or cyclohexyl derivative of the formula ##STR3## where R.sup.7 to R.sup.9 are each independently of the others a radical [X(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H], a radical N[C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H].sub.2, a radical [Y(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] or a radical [(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] where X is NH, O or S, Y is bivalent C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: A composition of methacrilic resin which constitutes a resin possessing an outstandingly easy release from the mold of injection molding machine without defilement of the stamper and the peripheral ring of stamper holder, and therefore proves suitable material for replica of raser disk is provided. This methacrylic resin composition is characterized by having incorporated in a methyl methacrylate copolymer the three lubricant components, i.e. a higher alcohol (x), a monoglyceride of a higher fatty acid (y), and a paraffin (z), in such amounts that the individual contents of (x), (y), and (z) are in the respective ranges of 0.05 to 0.2% by weight, 0.05 to 0.2% by weight, and 0.02 to 0.15% by weight and the total content of (x), (y), and (z) is in the range of 0.2 to 0.35% by weight.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions having improved stability and which are particularly well suited for use as aqueous ink jet ink compositions comprise an aqueous carrier medium which comprises water or a mixture of water and at least one organic component; a particulate solid, preferably a pigment; and an ABC triblock polymer comprising an A block which is a hydrophilic polymer, a B block which is a polymer capable of binding to the particulate solid, a C block, different from the A and B block, which is a hydrophobic or hydrophilic polymer; and wherein the A and C blocks are end blocks.

Abstract: A composition of methacrilic resin which constitutes a resin possessing an outstandingly easy release from the mold of injection molding machine without defilement of the stamper and the peripheral ring of stamper holder, and therefore proves suitable material for replica of raser disk is provided. This methacrylic resin composition is characterized by having incorporated in a methyl methacrylate copolymer the three lubricant components, i.e. a higher alcohol (x), a monoglyceride of a higher fatty acid (y), and a paraffin (z), in such amounts that the individual contents of (x), (y), and (z) are in the respective ranges of 0.05 to 0.2% by weight, 0.05 to 0.2% by weight, and 0.02 to 0.15% by weight and the total content of (x), (y), and (z) is in the range of 0.2 to 0.35% by weight.

Abstract: An aqueous pigment ink composition for writing utensils is provided, which is capable of providing handwritings with good opacifying properties and exhibits little difference in whiteness between handwritings obtained immediately after writing and after drying. When the composition is applied to the inner stick type of writing utensils, an ink having good opacifying properties is passed out. The ink composition comprises, at least, an emulsion of styrene resin-based doughnut-shaped flat particles as a white opacifying agent.

Abstract: A solid or amorphous printing ink, especially a gravure printing ink, is fused to become printable in a fluidized condition. The ink is fixed on imprint material by solidification by heat extraction or cooling. The ink includes a binder-material having at least two component groups with each having at least one member, of which members of the first component group have the property to act as solvent for the members of the second group of components. The members of the first component group are solid state crystalline materials. The materials are solid at ambient temperature with a relatively low melting point. The members of the second component group are in a vitreous solid or amorphous condition at ambient temperature. These materials, especially polymers, are soluble in the molten first component group.

Abstract: Hot melt adhesives of this invention can comprise a water-soluble polyalkylenimine, an hydroxy substituted organic compound, and optimally a plasticizer, a tackifier, and other ingredients. The adhesives are water actuated, and can be water activated, cleaned by aqueous systems, or recycled in aqueous systems.

Abstract: Blooming on the surface of products molded from an olefinic thermoplastic elastomer composition containing an olefinic thermoplastic elastomer and one or more additives which promotes such blooming is prevented by compounding into the elastomer one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of esters of polyhydric alcohols, alkylalkanolamines, alkylalkanolamides, fatty acid amides, higher alcohols, aliphatic amines, fatty acids and adducts of alkylene oxides to these compounds. The composition thus can be advantageously used as interior materials of automobiles and materials for electronic instruments.

Abstract: A water-dispersible polyester composition for an image recording medium, comprising (1) a polyester having a glass transition temperature of not less than 40.degree.C., a specific gravity of not less than 1.25, a value of SP of 9.5-12.0, and at least one kind of hydrophilic polar group, and which is insoluble in methyl ethyl ketone, toluene, and a mixed solvent thereof, wherein 65% by mole or more of a glycol component constituting the polyester is ethylene glycol, in a proportion of 5-50% by weight, (2) an organic compound compatible with water in a proportion of 0-20% by weight, and (3) water in a proportion of 30-95% by weight all percentages by weight being based upon the total weight of said composition containing components (1), (2) and (3). When used for an image recording layer of an image recording medium, the composition of the invention is conducive to the durability of the recorded images excellent in heat resistance, resistance to plasticizer, resistance to fingerprint, and solvent resistance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a repulpable laminating adhesive which contains an elastomer, tackifier and a 5:95 to 100:0 by weight blend comprising a high molecular weight oxygen-containing polymer and a wax.The oxygen-containing polymer is preferably of the formulaA-B (I)wherein A is represented by a unit of the formula ##STR1## and B is represented by a unit of the formula ##STR2## and further wherein R and R.sub.1 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and a C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl group; R.sub.2 is hydrogen or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 alkyl group; x is greater than or equal to 1 but less than 70; and y is between about 0 to about 45; provided the weight percent of B/A+B is between 0 and 50 percent and the molecular weight of the A unit is less than 2,000.

Abstract: A silicone polymer, a paste-like silicone composition prepared by kneading the silicone polymer and a silicone oil under a shearing force, and a water-in-oil type cosmetic composition comprising the paste-like silicone composition as an oil phase component are disclosed. The silicone polymer is prepared by the addition polymerization of components comprising an organohydrogenpolysiloxane R.sup.1.sub.a R.sup.2.sub.b H.sub.c SiO.sub.(4-a-b-c)/2 (1) or R.sup.1.sub.f H.sub.g SiO.sub.(4-f-g)/2 (2) and a polyoxyalkylene C.sub.m H.sub.2m-1 O(C.sub.2 H.sub.4 O).sub.h (C.sub.3 H.sub.6 O).sub.i C.sub.m H.sub.2m-l (A) or an organopolysiloxane R.sup.1.sub.j R.sup.4.sub.k SiO.sub.(4-j-k)/2 (B) the components, including (1) or (A) as an essential component. The silicone polymer can swell in silicone oils and function as a viscosity increasing agent for silicone oils.

Abstract: A photographic paper having a print retaining layer including a granular tooth providing ingredient in a binder polymer having a T.sub.g of 30.degree. to 65.degree. C. which is the addition product of from about 30 to about 98 mol percent of an alkylmethacrylate wherein the alkyl group has from 3 to 8 carbon atoms, from about 2 to about 10 mol percent of an alkali metal salt of a ethylenically unsaturated sulfonic or carboxylic acid, from 0 to about 65 mol percent of a vinyl benzene monomer and from 0 to about 5 mol percent of a crosslinking agent containing two ethylenically unsaturated bonds.

Abstract: A one component composition suitable for use as coatings which are excellent in storage stability and coating workability, which comprises:(A) an acrylic resin having hydroxyl group,(B) an alkoxysilyl group-containing acrylic copolymer having a group represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, R.sup.2 is a hydrogen atom or a monovalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms selected from the group consisting of an alkyl group, an aryl group and an aralkyl group, and a is 0, 1 or 2,(C) a curing catalyst, andat least one member selected from the group consisting of (D) a dehydrating agent and (E) an alkyl alcohol.

Abstract: A homogenous non-tacky thermosetting plastic powder mixture formed by mixing component A comprising a solid phenol novolac resin powder and a hardener containing a small amount of an oil-like substance liquid at room temperature with component B comprising a liquid resol, fillers and optionally additives which when containing an abrasive are useful for the production of filler-containing shaped elements or resin-bonded grinding elements.

Abstract: Chromated or passivated (phosphated) zinc and zinc alloy coatings on workpieces are provided with a protective coating which is largely inorganic and formed from titanium or zirconium chelate and/or titanium or zirconium acid ester and an organofunctional polysiloxane applied in solution form by a post-treatment dipping.

Abstract: Plasticized polyvinyl acetal resins based on 4-hydroxybutanal are disclosed. Laminar structures that include the resins, a process for making the resins, and a process for making an internally plasticized polyvinyl acetal resin by esterification, are also revealed.

Abstract: An ethylene polymer composition is provided that comprises:(a) bis(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl) pentaerythritol diphosphite, in an amount that is from about 0.0001 to less than 0.30 weight percent; and(b) at least one color stabilization compound selected from the group consisting of:(1) a carboxylic acid compound;(2) an alcohol compound; and(3) a hydroxycarboxylic acid compound;in an amount from about 0.0001 to about 1 weight percent;wherein said weight percents are based on the weight of said ethylene polymer composition.

Abstract: A latex which affords a film having superior heat resistance, gloss, and transparency is comprised of: (1) water; (2) a styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer solubilized by a solubilizing amount of ammonium hydroxide; (3) a graft copolymer which is comprised of a portion of the solubilized styrenemaleic anhydride copolymer onto which is grafted a polymer formed from the polymerization of one or more polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomers selected from the group consisting of an acrylate, a methacrylate, an aromatic alkenyl monomer, an aliphatic alkenyl monomer, and combinations thereof; (4) a polymer dispersed in the water which is comprised of one or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers selected from the group consisting of an acrylate, a methacrylate, an aromatic alkenyl monomer, an aliphatic alkenyl monomer, and combinations thereof dispersed in the water; (5) a nonionic or anionic surfactant, or a combination thereof; and, (6) optionally, zinc or zirconyl ammonium carbonate.

Abstract: Plasticized polyvinyl acetal resins based on 4-hydroxybutanal are disclosed. Laminar structures that include the resins, a process for making the resins, and a process for making an internally plasticized polyvinyl acetal resin by esterification, are also revealed.

Abstract: A coating formulation for secure bonding attachment to surfaces of resilient or flexible articles, including plastic foam articles and comprising a highly adherent and coherent water-based film forming mixture for coating the surface of flexible foam articles. The working solution of the coating preferably has a formulation containing:ComponentAcrylic emulsion;Plasticizer;Coalescing agent;Polyacrylate thickener/rheology modifier;Defoamer;Surfactant;Ammonium hydroxide; andWater.The working solution is applied to the surfaces of the article being treated and the water solvent which is present evaporates at a significantly rapid rate in the ambient to form a thick coating having a substantially dry outer surface. The film remains securely bonded to the article even though flexed and otherwise roughly treated.

Abstract: A methacrylic resin composition for optical discs comprising 100 parts by weight of a copolymer composed of from 95 to 99.7% by weight of methyl methacrylate (A) and from 0.3 to 5% by weight of at least one monomer (B) selected from the group consisting of methyl acrylate, ethyl acrylate and butyl acrylate, and having a heat distortion temperature of at least 95.degree. C., a melt flow rate of from 1.0 to 10.0 g/10 min and a tensile strength of at least 660 kg/cm.sup.2, and from 0.05 to 2.0 parts by weight of at least one releasing agent (C) selected from the group consisting of a fatty acid alkyl ester of the formula R.sub.1 COOR.sub.2 wherein each of R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 is an alkyl group having from 5 to 20 carbon atoms, cetanol and a stearic acid glycerol ester.

Abstract: A stabilized polymer composition comprising a linear alternating polymer of carbon monoxide and at least one ethylenically unsaturated hydrocarbon, and a melt stabilizing agent comprising of at least one compound having at least one or more hydroxyl group. A process for preparing the composition and articles of manufacture produced from the composition are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polycarbonate resin composition comprising:100 parts by weight of a polycarbonate resin;(A) 0.05 to 1 part by weight of long chain aliphatic alcohol represented by the general formula: C.sub.n H.sub.2n+1 OH wherein n is 25 or more; and(B) 0 to 0.001 part by weight as phosphorus atom of at least one phosphorus compound selected from the group consisting of phosphorous acid and phosphorous acid estersThe composition of the present invention is excellent in heat resistance and hydrolytic resistance, and further has good mold releasing properties.

Abstract: A sealant composition especially useful for porous materials such as wood, concrete and mansonry is provided comprising: (a) a silanol-terminated polysiloxane having a molecular weight greater than about 2000; (b) a multifunctional silane having functional groups which condense with silanol groups in the presence of atmospheric moisture at room temperature to form a cross-linked polymer; and (c) a nonaqueous volatile solvent which is non-reactive with components (a) and (b).The sealant composition renders said materials waterproof by coating and filling in the pores of said material with cured silicone rubber product.In a preferred embodiment the composition also contains a metal-containing curing catalyst and a volatile or subliming chelating agent in an amount sufficient to prevent cure of the composition in the storage container prior to or during use.The composition may also comprise adhesion agents, surfactants and pigments.

Abstract: The water leaching of ammonium polyphosphate from compositions comprising organic polymer and particles of ammonium polyphosphate is reduced if the ammonium polyphosphate is surface-modified with at least one nonionic surfactant selected from the group consisting of: (a) fatty alcohol containing from about 12 to about 32 carbon atoms, (b) alkylene oxide adduct of such fatty alcohol, (c) fatty acid amide containing from about 12 to about 32 carbon atoms in the acyl group thereof, (d) copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide, and (e) a mixture thereof, wherein the surfactant has an HLB less than about 10.

Abstract: Free radical-curable compositions comprising a plastisol component and a copolymer containing free anhydride functionality and, optionally, other reactive diluents are provided. In particular, curable compositions employing a plastisol, preferably a polyvinyl chloride-containing plastisol, and a low molecular weight crosslinking copolymer component having free anhydride functionality and which is a partial esterification product of a terminally ethylenically unsaturated compound and a polymerizable maleic anhydride are provided. The compositions of the invention yield improved adhesives, sealants, coatings, and insulators for a wide variety of substrates and may be employed in a variety of coatings and castings. Processes for preparing cured plastisol compositions from the disclosed free radical-curable compositions are also provided.

Abstract: A method for improving the low temperature impact strength of a thermoplastic polyblend of PETG and SAN which method comprises incorporating therein an effective amount of a dispersant selected from the group consisting of mono- and di-carboxylic acids containing 6 to 36 carbon atoms; alkali and alkaline-earth metal salts and amides of such acids; and aliphatic alcohols containing 6 to 36 carbon atoms.

Abstract: An adhesive element which exhibits excellent properties with respect to a variety of substrates, such as, skin, glass, fabric, paper, plastic, and other non-porous surfaces which is non-toxic, and non-sensitizing. The element exhibits high cohesive strength so that its integrity is maintained on removal from the substrate leaving no residues and is highly flexible so that total confirmation with the underlying shape of the substrate is maintained. The adhesive composition is the hydrolysis or esterification product of a methylvinyl ether/maleic anhydride co-polymer with an hydroxylated compound. Methods for preparation of the inventive adhesive element are disclosed.

Abstract: Polymerizable compositions comprising a liquid polymerizable continuous phase and a non-liquid, non-polymerizable dispersed discontinuous phase are stabilized against density drift of the discontinuous phase by forming in-situ, throughout and within said polymerizable composition a crystalline matrix of sufficient density to effectively inhibit density drift.

Abstract: An aqueous coating composition capable of forming a film having excellent water resistance, high hardness, excellent processability and excellent shelf stability, and the coating composition comprises:(a) 30 to 65 parts by weight of an aqueous acrylic resin, which is produced by copolymerizing monomers (i) to (v):(i) 25 to 35% by weight of at least one aromatic vinyl monomer,(ii) 25 to 45% by weight of at least one alkyl (meth)acrylate,(iii) 1 to 15% by weight of at least one .alpha.,.beta.-monoethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid,(iv) 5 to 25% by weight of at least one hydroxyalkyl (meth)acrylate, and(v) 1 to 25% by weight of at least one N-alkoxymethyl (meth)acrylamide,(b) 20 to 50 parts by weight of an aqueous amino resin, and(c) 5 to 25 parts by weight of a polyol,provided that the total amount of the above (a), (b) and (c) is 100 parts by weight.

Abstract: Aliphatic alcohol, and high boiling point hydroxy compound additives are added to poly methyl methacrylate to improve the ultraviolet radiation resistance of the polymer. The additives may be incorporated into the poly methyl methacrylate by including the additives with the monomers prior to polymerization. Alternatively, the additives may be incorporated into the poly methylmethacrylate by addition to polymerized methyl methacrylate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polycarbonate resin composition comprising:100 parts by weight of a polycarbonate resin;(A) 00.5 to 1 part by weight of an ester of saturated fatty acid having 10 to 30 carbon atoms and monohydric or polyhydric alcohol having 2 to 30 carbon atoms;(B) 0.05 to 1 part by weight of paraffin wax, and(C) 0 to 0.001 part by weight as a phosphorus atom of at least one phosphorus compound selected from the group consisting of phosphorus acid and phosphorous acid esters, wherein the total amount of the components (A) and (B) is 0.1 to 1 part by weight.The present invention further relates to a polycarbonate resin composition comprising:100 parts by weight of a polycarbonate resin;(D) 0.05 to 1 part by weight of .beta.-long side chain alcohol/behenic acid ester or long chain aliphatic alcohol; and(E) 0 to 0.001 part by weight as a phosphorus atom of at least one phosphorus compound selected from the group consisting of phosphorous acid and phosphorus acid esters.

Abstract: Disclosed is a styrene-based resin composition which comprises (a) 100 parts by weight of styrene-based polymer having a high degree of syndiotactic configuration, (b) 0.01 to 15 parts by weight of at least one nucleating agent selected from an organophosphorus compound and a metal salt of an organic acid, and (c) 0.01 to 15 parts by weight of at least one component selected from a polyoxyalkylene compound, a fatty acid and a derivative thereof.The composition can produce various molding products with excellent mold-releasing property, surface gloss, bending strength, bending modulus and heat resistance.