Abstract: A process for the production of a tinted polymer, which comprises co-polymerising a compound of the general formula I or a salt thereof with a polymerisable monomer containing a vinyl group, formula I being: in which R represents a hydrogen atom or an —SO3H group; A represents a direct bond, -alkylene-O—, or a -phenylene-NH— or -phenylene-NH-phenylene-NH— group in which the or each phenylene ring may be optionally substituted by one or more of the same or different groups selected from —SO3H, —(CH2)mSO3H, —SO2(CH2)mSO3H, —SO2NH(CH2)mSO3H, —SO2C1-2alkyl, —SO2C1-2haloalkyl, —SO2NHC1-2alkyl, —SO2NHC1-2haloakyl, —C1-2alkyl, or C1-2haloalkyl, in which m represents 1 or 2; R1 represents a hydrogen or halogen atom or a C1-4 alkyl group; and each of R2 and R3, which may be the same or different, represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-4 alkyl or alkoxy group; with the proviso that, if R1 represents a hydrogen or a C1-4alkyl group and simultaneously R represents a hydrogen atom, A must represent a -phenylene-NH— or -ph

Abstract: Compositions obtained by reacting the cardanol-containing raw material cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) with (a) ammonia, or an amine which comprises at least one primary or at least two secondary amino groups, and (b) formaldehyde, are disclosed as adhesives.

Abstract: A PIT emulsion, including asphalt or bitumen; one or more non-ionic emulsifiers; optionally one or more cationic co-emulsifiers, and/or one or more solvents is provided. A PIT emulsion, including 10% to 70% b.w. asphalt or bitumen; 5% to 15% b.w. of one or more non-ionic emulsifiers; 0 to 5% b.w. of one or more cationic co-emulsifiers; and 0 to 40% b.w. of one or more solvents, where the quantities shown add up to 100% b.w. with water, and optionally other auxiliaries and additives is also provided. A method for making a finely-divided asphalt or bitumen PIT emulsion, including subjecting an aqueous mixture of asphalt or bitumen, at least one non-ionic emulsifier, and optionally a solvent to vigorous stirring to obtain a homogenous composition; heating the homogenous composition above the phase inversion temperature to obtain a PIT emulsion, and cooling the PIT emulsion is also provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to adjuvant compositions, comprising (a) alk(en)yl oligoglycoside alkoxylates, and (b) primary alcohol alkoxylates. The compositions exhibit improved adjuvant activity for biocides in general, and glyphosate in particular. They are environmentally safe, show high cold water miscibility and low foam behaviour.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds obtained by reacting (a) epoxides (I) which comprise at least two epoxide groups per molecule, with (b) compounds of the structure (II), having substituents as defined, and (c) optionally, alcohols (III) of the formula R4—OH, wherein R4 is C6-C22 alkyl, with the proviso that the molar ratio of the reactants (I):(II):(III) is in the range from 1:(1 to 3):(0.05 to 1.95). These compounds are useful as thickeners, and may be prepared as thickener concentrates.

Abstract: The application pertains to the use of isosorbide ethers according to general formula (I) wherein R? and R? independently from each other represent a hydrogen atom or a alkyl- or unsaturated alkenyl moiety for the preparation of detergents and cleaners. Preferably R? and/or R? are linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl or alkenyl moiety containing 1 to 33 C-Atoms. A second, independent embodiment pertains to the use of these compounds as thickener for aqueous/surfactant compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hydrocarbon mixture that contains at least two hydrocarbons that are different from each other, the number of carbons thereof differing by more than one, wherein said two hydrocarbons that differ from each other make up at least 60% by weight, preferably at least 70% by weight of the total of the hydrocarbons. The invention also relates to the use of said hydrocarbon mixtures and to cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical preparations containing said hydrocarbon mixtures.

Abstract: A method of analysis, analysis system, program product, apparatus, and method of supplying analysis of value incorporating the use of at least one data acquisition device, a central processor, and a communication link that is connectable between the data acquisition device and the central processor. The central processor is loaded with multivariate calibration models developed for predicting values for various properties of interest, wherein the calibration models are capable of compensating for variations in an effectively comprehensive set of measurement conditions and secondary material characteristics. As so configured, the calibration models can compensate for instrument variance without instrument-specific calibration transfer. Measurement results generated by the central processor can be transmitted to an output device of a user interface.

Abstract: A method is provided for reducing the amount of ammonia evolved from a cementitious or pozzolanic mixture containing contaminated fly ash, including: providing fly ash contaminated with ammonia or ammonium-containing compounds; and adding a halogenated hydantoin to the contaminated fly ash, wherein upon the formation of a slurry, the halogenated hydantoin reacts with ammonia to reduce the evolution of ammonia gas from the slurry. Another method includes adding a halogenated succinimide to the contaminated fly ash, adding sodium dichloroisocyanurate to the contaminated fly ash, or adding a halogenated sulfamate to the contaminated fly ash.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of an active component for improving dough stability of yeast dough, for making baked goods, and/or for improving the volume of yeast raised baked goods, wherein the active component comprises a member selected from the group consisting of an extract of any part of a plant of the species ginseng (Panax ginseng C. A. Meyer), an extract of any part of a plant of the species notoginseng (Panax pseudoginseng), an extract of any part of a plant of the species washnut (Sapindus mucorossi), an extract of any part of a plant of the species butcher's broom (Ruscus aculeatus), an extract of any part of a plant of the genus yucca, an extract of any part of a plant of the species Hoodia gordonii, a glycoside of a chemical compound comprising a gonane structure, and a mixture of two or more of these.

Abstract: Disclosed are polymer compositions, comprising (a) at least one polymer, and (b) at least one dialkylamide, with the exception of dialkylformamides and dialkylacetamides.

Abstract: A defoamer composition for water-dilutable paint systems includes one or more glycerides; one or more aliphatic hydrocarbons; and one or more addition products of ethylene oxide (EO) and/or propylene oxide (PO) onto C8-24 fatty alcohols.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nanoemulsions comprising alkyl and/or alkenyl ethers of alkyl and/or alkenyl (poly)glycosides, to a method for their preparation and also to their use. The present invention further relates to the alkyl and/or alkenyl ethers of alkyl and/or alkenyl (poly)glycosides themselves, and their use.

Abstract: An emulsifier composition including an ester selected from the group consisting of: pentaerythritol, dipentaerythritol, tripentaerythritol, and mixtures thereof; at least one alkoxylated nonionic emulsifier; and less than 10% by weight water, where partial glycerides may be present in an amount of less than 10% by weight, based on the amount of component (a) present in the composition, is provided. A process for the production of an emulsion, including dispersing the emulsifier composition in an oil phase; heating the emulsifier composition dispersed in the oil phase to a temperature above the phase inversion temperature thereof; heating an aqueous phase to a temperature above the phase inversion temperature thereof; and stirring the oil phase with the aqueous phase and cooling to room temperature is also provided. A cosmetic composition including the emulsifier composition is also provided.

Abstract: A polyurethane resin which is particularly suitable for use in printing inks for laminating packaging applications is described. The polyurethane resin maintains its lamination bond strength before and after the laminate printed with the ink containing the polyurethane resin is subjected to sterilization conditions. Laminates which maintain a printed image and their structural integrity after sterilization are also described.

Abstract: Polyamides according to formula (I): HO—[OC—(CH2)7—CH?CH—(CH2)7—CONH—(CH2)mNH]nH, where m is an integral number from 4 to 20, and n is an integral number from 30-10,000; formula (II): HO—[OC—(CxH2x-2y)—CONH—(CaH2a-2b)NH]nH where n is an integral number from 30-10,000, a and x each represent a value from 6-32, and b and y each represent a value from 0-12; formula (III): HO—{[OC—(CH2)16—CONH—(CH2)6NH]x—[CO—C6H4—CONH—(CH2)6NH]y}a+b—H, where a+b=n; a, b, n are integral numbers; and n represents a number from 30-10,000; and formula (IV): HO—{[OC—R1—CONH—R3—NH]x—[CO—R2—CONH—R4?—NH]y—[OC—R1—CONH—R4—NH]c—[CO—R2—CONH—R3?—NH]d}—H, where R1 and R3 are aliphatic with 4-22 carbon atoms; R2 and R4 are aromatic with 6-20 carbon atoms; a, b, m, n, and c, d, x, and y are integral numbers, c+d+x+y=a+b=m+n and equals 30 to 10,000 are provided. Methods for making the polyamides are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides water-in-oil emulsions containing (a) 12-21% by weight of polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, (b) 4-7% by weight of a hydrogenated ethoxylated castor oil, (c) 25-35% by weight of mineral oil, (d) 20-30% by weight of further oil substances (e), 3-5% by weight of hydrotropes, (f) 3-4% by weight of metal soaps and (g) 10-30% by weight of water, based on the overall composition. The emulsions are useful for finishing textiles and papers.

Abstract: A method is provided for determining the rate of seed germination including the steps of (a) irradiating a selected number or quantity of seeds with light from an NIR spectrometer which is combined with or coupled to a pre-defined calibration model, wherein the light reflects to a detector; (b) collecting the reflected light from the detector; (c) converting the reflected light to an NIR spectrum; and (d) determining the rate of germination using the NIR spectrum obtained and the calibration model. Also provided is a cup for use with an NIR spectrometer including a rotating cylindrical member for receiving a selected number or quantity of seeds coupled to a transparent base through which NIR light is irradiated.

Abstract: The invention is directed to cationic surfactants of formula (I), where R1 is a saturated or unsaturated, branched or linear alkyl group having 6 to 22 carbon atoms, R2 and R3 independently are C1-C3 alkyl groups or hydrogen, n is 2 or 3, and X? is an anion selected from the group consisting of halides, deprotonated carboxylic acids and methosulfate. The cationic surfactants are useful, particularly as hair conditioners, for the preparation of cosmetic compositions.

Abstract: A cosmetic and/or dermopharmaceutical composition containing an extract of native proteins derived from the plant Argania spinosa.