Abstract: Zoned diesel oxidation catalysts containing a higher precious metal loading in the inlet zone that the outlet zone and an equal or shorter length inlet zone are described. Emission treatment systems and methods of remediating nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter, and gaseous hydrocarbons using zoned diesel oxidation catalysts are also described.

Abstract: A composition for dyeing keratin fibres comprising a. at least one azomethine compound selected from compounds (3) and (4) and b. water. The composition may be used in a process for dyeing keratin fibres or, with simultaneous or sequential application of a composition comprising one or more oxidising agents, in a process for lightening keratin fibres.

Abstract: Certain selective catalytic reduction (SCR) articles, systems and methods provide for high NOx conversion while at the same time low N2O formation. The articles, systems and methods are suitable for instance for the treatment of exhaust gas of diesel engines. Certain articles have zoned coatings disposed thereon, for example, a zoned coating comprising an upstream zone comprising a coating layer comprising a steam-activated iron-containing molecular sieve and a downstream zone comprising a coating layer comprising a high copper-containing molecular sieve.

Abstract: An alkylene-diamine, a hydroxyalkylene-amine, and hydrogen are reacted in presence of a heterogenous catalyst containing copper to produce polyalkylene-polyamines.

Abstract: A polyol component P) contains at least three different polyether polyols A) to C). A method produces rigid polyurethane foams using the polyol component P), and the rigid polyurethane foams produced therefrom are useful.

Abstract: Certain catalytic articles, systems or methods provide for excellent NOx conversion and are especially suitable for low temperature NOx conversion. The articles, systems and methods are suitable for instance for the treatment of exhaust gas of diesel engines. Certain articles or systems contain an upstream SCR composition and a downstream LNT composition. The substrate(s) may advantageously be electrically heated.

Abstract: A process for producing an elastic fiber comprising: melt-spinning a raw material composition, which comprises a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer, at a spinning rate of 2,500 m/min to 10,000 m/min. The thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer comprises soft-segments obtained by reacting a polyether polyol as a long chain polyol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for continuous hydrogenation of a nitro compound to the corresponding amine in a liquid reaction mixture comprising the nitro compound in a reaction chamber in the presence of a supported catalyst which comprises as the active component at least one element from groups 7 to 12 of the periodic table of the elements, wherein ammonia is added to the reaction chamber during the hydrogenation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for purifying a mixture comprising MEG, MEA, EDA and DETA, and low boilers having a boiling point not higher than PIP and high boilers having a boiling point not lower than AEEA, wherein the process comprises the following steps: a) separating a mixture comprising MEG, MEA, EDA and DETA, and low boilers having a boiling point not higher than PIP and high boilers having a boiling point not lower than AEEA, into (i) a mixture A comprising EDA and the low boilers having a boiling point not higher than PIP; and (ii) a mixture B comprising MEA; and (iii) a mixture C comprising MEG, DETA and the high boilers having a boiling point not lower than AEEA; b) separating mixture C from stage a) into (i) a mixture D comprising MEG; and (ii) a mixture E comprising MEG, DETA and the high boilers having a boiling point not lower than AEEA; c) separating mixture E from stage b) either into (i) a mixture F comprising MEG and DETA; and (ii) a mixture G comprising the high boi

Abstract: A preparation in the form of a powder containing: (a) at least one carotenoid, (b) at least one modified starch, and (c) sucrose; wherein the at least one carotenoid is present in the powder in an amount of 1 to 25% by weight, based on the weight of the powder; and wherein the at least one carotenoid and the sucrose are present in the powder in a ratio by weight of 1:2 to 1:80.

Abstract: A foamed pellet material contains a composition (Z1) that contains a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU-1) and at least one plasticizer (W). The composition (Z1) has a Shore hardness within a range from 15 A to 43 A. A process can produce a foamed pellet material of this kind. The foamed pellet material can be used for the production of a molded article.

Abstract: A spring element, in particular a jounce bumper, for a vehicle shock absorber contains a longitudinal axis, a base body having a length along the longitudinal axis, and an end portion configured for contact against a damper cap of the vehicle shock absorber. The base body is elastically deformable between an uncompressed basic state and a compressed state in which the base body is at least partially compressed in the direction of the longitudinal axis. The end portion contains a contact surface that is wound along a helix around the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to selective catalytic reduction catalysts that combine SCR activity with NOx absorber activity. In particular, the disclosed catalytic article includes a substrate having a first and a second material disposed thereon, wherein the first material includes a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalyst composition and the second material includes a nitrogen oxides (NOx) absorber composition, wherein the NOx absorber composition does not substantially oxidize ammonia, and wherein the catalytic article is effective to abate NOx from an engine exhaust gas stream. Emission treatment systems for treating an exhaust gas including a catalytic article of the invention are provided, particularly systems that include an injector adapted for the addition of ammonia to the exhaust gas stream located upstream of the catalytic article.

Abstract: Provided herein is a method of neutralizing cotton seeds, including the steps of providing delinted cotton seeds having a pH of less than about 3.3, and applying an alkyl amine to the delinted cotton seeds to produce neutralized delinted cotton seeds having a pH of greater than about 3.5.

Abstract: Expandable thermoplastic polyurethane comprising blowing agent, wherein the Shore hardness of the thermoplastic polyurethane is from A 44 to A 84.

Abstract: A bottoms cracking catalyst composition, comprising: about 30 to about 60 wt % alumina; greater than 0 to about 10 wt % of a dopant, measured as the oxide; about 2 to about 20 wt % reactive silica; about 3 to about 20 wt % of a component comprising peptizable boehmite, colloidal silica, aluminum chlorohydrol, or a combination of any two or more thereof; and about 10 to about 50 wt % of kaolin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ternary blend having a core/shell structure including (1) PA as a matrix, and (2) a core/shell particle. The ternary blend includes 60-80 wt % of PA and 20-40% of core/shell particle based on the total weight of the ternary blend. The shell is EPDM-g-MA, and the core is PP or PC.

Abstract: Pesticidal mixtures including a pesticidally active compound I selected from: a) compound a) of formula (I). b) compound b) of formula (Ia), c) mixtures comprising compounds a) and b), and at least one further pesticidal active ingredient are disclosed. Methods and use of these mixtures for combating and controlling insects, acarids or nematodes in and on plants, and for protecting such plants being infested with pests are disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for production of pulverulent polymers having a reactor for droplet polymerization with an apparatus for dropletization of a monomer solution for the preparation of the polymer. The apparatus for dropletization has holes through which the monomer solution is introduced, an addition point for a gas above the apparatus for dropletization, at least one gas withdrawal point at the periphery of the reactor and a fluidized bed, wherein at least one of the following is fulfilled: an apparatus for increasing turbulence in the gas flow is disposed in the region of the apparatus for dropletization of the monomer solution, an apparatus for increasing turbulence in the gas flow is disposed in the region of the addition point for the gas, the addition point for gas is configured such that elevated turbulence is generated. A process for producing pulverulent polymers, in which an increase in flow turbulence in the gas flow in the region of the apparatus for dropletization also is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of branched polyesters obtainable by polycondensation of citric acid with at least one polyalcohol, and optionally with polycarboxylic acid component as additive in washing compositions, cleaners, detergents or a formulation for water treatment and to mixtures comprising such branched polyesters. The invention further relates to the use of hydrophobically modified branched polyesters; and to the method for cleaning, washing or water treatment using such branched polyesters.