Abstract: The present disclosure relates to polymer compounds for use as polymerization agents in coatings, paints or inks. In one embodiment, a polymer compound comprises at least one of a cobalt-bearing urethanized polymer having a cobalt content of no more than 6% by weight and a mean molecular weight of no more than 2500 Da, or a manganese-bearing urethanized polymer having a manganese content of 1% to 6% by weight and a mean molecular weight of no more than 2000 Da.
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to polymer compounds for use as both a drying agent and an anti-skinning agent in coatings and paints. In one embodiment, a polymer compound comprises a urethanized polymer having a metal, an antioxidant, and a water solubility according to OECD 105 below 20 mg/l. Methods of synthesizing and using such polymer compounds are also disclosed.
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to polymer compounds for use as polymerization agents in coatings, paints or inks. In one embodiment, a polymer compound comprises a metal-bearing urethanized polymer having a metal content greater than 6% by weight, and a water solubility below 20 mg/l according to OECD 105, wherein the urethanized polymer is soluble in a low-volatile organic compound (low-VOC) solvent. Methods of producing and using such polymer compounds are also disclosed.
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to polymer compounds for use as polymerization agents in coatings, paints or inks. In one embodiment, a polymer compound comprises at least one of a cobalt-bearing urethanized polymer having a cobalt content of no more than 6% by weight and a mean molecular weight of no more than 2500 Da, or a manganese-bearing urethanized polymer having a manganese content of 1% to 6% by weight and a mean molecular weight of no more than 2000 Da.