Abstract: N-substituted carbamates derived from 5,8-dihydro-5,8-methano-1-naphthol and substituted derivatives therefor are new compounds having insecticidal activity. These tricyclic phenols are prepared, for example, by Diels-Alder condensation of cyclopentadiene with 2-cyclohexen-1-one (or substituted derivative), followed by dehydrogenation.

Abstract: Phenoxybenzonitriles, halo-substituted on the phenoxy ring and halo- or alkyl-substituted on the benzonitrile ring ortho to the para-cyano position, form a new class of herbicides. These substituted phenoxybenzonitriles and herbicidal compositions containing them are highly effective as pre-emergence and post-emergence herbicides, especially at low use concentrations. They are highly effective against Crabgrass, Yellow Foxtail grass and Barnyard grass, annual grass weeds which reproduce by seed. They are also highly effective against Johnson grass, a perennial grass weed which reproduces by seed and underground rhizomes, and Pigweed, an annular broadleaf weed which reproduces by seed.

Abstract: A coating formulation comprises an oil-in-water emulsion of a solution of epoxy resin in an alkoxy alcohol, such as 2-hexoxyethanol (hexyl cellosolve) as the dispersed phase, a curing agent and a non-ionic surfactant. The emulsion is stable and has spreading and wetting properties over low energy and lubricated surfaces and aluminum, thus yielding films free from surface imperfections.

Abstract: Novel compounds comprising water-soluble salts of partial esters of maleic anhydride and polyhydric alcohols containing at least three hydroxy groups sequester and retard the precipitation of Ca.sup.+.sup.+ ions, and function as detergent builders for washing and cleaning compositions in aqueous solutions thereof.

Abstract: Organic pigments for thermoplastic polymers are prepared by the anionic initiated slurry polymerization of styrene and 0.5-15 weight percent divinylbenzene based upon styrene in the presence of a block polymer dispersant, using, as the anionic initiator, an alkali metal-bearing compound at 20.degree. C. to 120.degree. C. to produce a finely divided solid cross-linked polymer and terminating the polymerization by reaction of the polymer particles with an organic dye, an organic dye precursor, or with a reactive coupling agent followed by reaction with an organic dye.

Abstract: There is provided a thermoplastic produce tray characterized by having a series of spaced apart, concave ribs or saddles extending upward from the bottom into the side walls. The ribs are adapted to cradle substantially globular produce.

Abstract: 1-(4-Butylphenyl)-1-(3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl)-2-nitroalkanes are novel compounds, possessing a broad range of insecticidal effectiveness, which when admixed with 1-(p-alkylphenyl)-1-(p-alkoxyphenyl)-2-nitroalkanes provide synergistic insecticidal compositions effective at low concentrations.

Abstract: 2-Nitro-5-(substituted-phenoxy) benzoic acids and esters salts, amides, and acyl halides thereof comprise a class of compounds that are highly effective herbicides.

Abstract: Alkyl (C.sub.4 -C.sub.12), cycloalkyl (C.sub.3 -C.sub.8), and unsaturated hydrocarbyl (C.sub.3 -C.sub.10) esters of 2-nitro-5-(halophenoxy)benzic acids comprise a class of compounds that are highly effective pre- and post-emergence herbicides.

Abstract: Water-based epoxy resin compositions comprising (A) a non-volatile liquid grade epoxy resin, (B) a modified polyamide, i.e., the reaction product of a polycarboxylic acid and a polyamine adducted with a liquid grade epoxy resin, e.g., diglycidyl ether of bis-phenol A, and (C) zinc dust provide coating compositions having excellent durability and corrosion resistance properties; especially adaptable for ferrous and cementitious surfaces.

Abstract: 1,1-diphenyl-2-nitroalkanes, p-C.sub.4 -C.sub.6 alkyl, p'-ethoxy substituted, are novel compounds which combine broad range insecticidal activity coupled with biodegradability and environmental safety.

Abstract: A water reducible epoxy ester is prepared by reacting an epoxy resin, preferably a diglycidyl ether of bisphenol A, and a monofunctional epoxy, such as phenyl glycidyl ether, with a dibasic acid (e.g., azelaic acid) followed by reaction with trimellitic anhydride and neutralization of free carboxyl groups. This material is dispersed in an aqueous vehicle, applied to a metal substrate and baked.

Abstract: Metal salts and amine salts of 2-nitro-5-(halophaenoxy) benzoic acids comprise a class of compounds that are highly effective pre- and post-emergence herbicides.

Abstract: 2-Nitro-5-(substituted-phenoxy)benzoic acids and esters, salts, amides, and acyl halides thereof comprise a class of compounds that are highly effective herbicides.

Abstract: V-P complex catalysts and metal promoted V-P complex catalysts having high activity and selectivity and good physical strength for the oxidation of alkenes, alkanes, cycloalkanes and mixtures rich in them to dicarboxylic acid anhydrides (e.g. maleic anhydride) are prepared by forming a paste of a vanadium compound (vanadium pentoxide), an organic reducing agent, a promoter metal salt or compound (if used), and phosphoric acid; and drying paste.

Abstract: Organic reinforcing fillers for rubber are prepared by the anionic initiated slurry polymerization of styrene and divinylbenzene in the presence of a block polymer dispersant. The polymerization reaction may be carried out using, as the anionic initiator, an alkali metal-bearing compound capable of initiating polymerization of styrene without imparting to the polymerization product groups reactive with rubber in a rubber cure in which case the polymerization is terminated by reaction of the polymer particles with a terminating agent that provides in the polymer groups reactive with rubber in a normal rubber cure; or the polymerization reaction can be carried out using, as the initiator, an alkali metal-bearing unsaturated polymer that in itself imparts to the polymer groups reactive with rubber in a normal rubber cure.

Abstract: There is provided a laminate of at lest two thermoplastic films which has a plurality of embossed parallel ribs running in at least one direction, said films being blocked together at spaced apart spots along each rib. Such laminate is prepared by passing at least two thermoplastic films in a superimposed and contacting engagement with one another through the nip of a pair of rollers. One roller is provided with a plurality of parallel raised ribs running in one direction and the other roller is provided with a plurality of parallel raised ribs which run in a direction angled to the direction of the ribs on the first roller. At the locations where the ribs on each roller cross at the nip, the films in the laminate are blocked together but otherwise remain unattached. Such laminates have exceptionally high tear strength and added stiffness and are adapted for various uses, including heavy duty bags and grocery sacks.

Abstract: Water-soluble acidic polyesters are prepared by reacting a hydroxy polycarboxylic acid, such as citric acid, with an alkylene oxide, such as propylene oxide, an alkylene glycol, or styrene oxide and polyesterifying to an acid number of about theoretical to about 25% above theoretical. A thermosetting coating comprises the acidic polyester and a conventional aminoplast in an aqueous vehicle. When the coating is applied to a substrate, such as label stock, and is thermoset, a durable high gloss varnish is produced.

Abstract: Organic reinforcing fillers for silicone rubber are prepared by the anionic initiated slurry polymerization of styrene and divinylbenzene in the presence of a block polymer dispersant, using, as the anionic initiator, an alkali metal-bearing compound and terminating the polymerization by reaction of the polymer particles with a terminating agent that provides in the polymer groups reactive with silicones rubber in a normal rubber cure.

Abstract: There is provided a thermosetting resin comprising a polyglycidyl ether of a bisphenol of relatively low molecular weight, which is upgraded in molecular weight by reaction with additional bisphenol and esterified with certain fatty acid mixtures from a tall oil source. When these resins are reduced with organic solvents to approximately 50 percent solids content they are useful exterior coatings for lap-seam beverage cans in which the seam is sealed with a nylon adhesive.