Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the production of single-phase or multiphase detergent shaped bodies containing surfactant(s), builder(s), perfume and optionally other typical ingredients of detergent shaped bodies, in which a perfume-free detergent shaped body is subsequently treated with a perfume or perfume-containing active-substance mixtures. The end products of this flexible process are distinguished by an improved odor impression.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising phosphonate metal chelants, chelating agents, and ferrous ions at a pH of about 5 to about 10, and methods of using the compositions.

Abstract: Machine dishwashing detergents containing builder(s), surfactant(s), and optionally further ingredients which comprise 0.1 to 50% by weight of one or more nonionic surfactants which, at a concentration of 0.1 g/l in distilled water, have a dynamic surface tension of less than 60 mNm?1 at a frequency of 1 Hz.

Abstract: Described herein are devices for improving the rinse effect in machine dishwashers. In one embodiment, the device comprises a means of fixing an amount of liquor comprising rinse surfactant of the main wash cycle, wherein the amount of liquor is sufficient to bring about a rinse effect, whereby the liquor is transported into a subsequent rinse cycle. Also described are methods and kits for achieving a rinse effect in dishwashers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pressed piece consisting of ingredients in powder and/or granular form, which contains particles made of a material containing cellulose, particularly in compacted form, which act as an explosive agent. TMP and CTMP can be used as the cellulose-containing material.

Abstract: A process for preparing a detergent tablet having two or more regions comprises the steps of: (a) compressing a particulate composition comprising a detergent active component to form a compressed region of the tablet having a recess; (b) delivering to the recess a solution or melt comprising a mixture of at least one detergent active component and a fusible carrier material; and (c) solidifying the solution or melt.

Abstract: Epoxy resins that have one or more functional groups that impart an anionic character to the epoxy resins are prepared. The resulting anionic functionalized epoxy resins may be used to produce high solids, epoxy-based dispersions that are capable of being used as a component of a coating bath which can provide to a coating that may be applied to a surface using a variety of techniques.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods employing a first copolymer that is an acrylic copolymer or styrene/acrylic copolymer having a weight average molecular weight (Mw) of about 8,000 to about 14,000; a second copolymer that is an acrylic copolymer having a Mw of about 90,000 to about 130,000; a wax emulsion or dispersion, and a particulate additive. Optionally, the composition further comprises at least one of a rheological additive, ammonium hydroxide or a defoaming compound.

Abstract: An adhesive composition and the use thereof to produce barrier-effect composite films. The adhesive composition contains polymer binders and fillers having a platelet-like crystallite structure with an aspect ratio of >100. The composite films produced with this adhesive exhibit barrier characteristics against the migration of oxygen, flavors and water vapor. These films are useful for packaging foods and medicaments.

Abstract: Polyurethane prepolymers containing NCO (isocyanate) groups and having a low content of monomeric polyisocyanate, processes for their production and uses employing these prepolymers. The polyurethane prepolymers of the invention are produced from by a reaction employing monomeric polyisocyanates and polyols.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sprayable hotmelt adhesive composition, a process for preparing the same, and a method of using the same. The hot melt adhesive composition contains 30 weight percent to 70 percent of one or more poly-?-olefins; 5 weight percent to 30 weight percent of at least one oil; and 20 weight percent to 60 weight percent of at least one hydrocarbon resin having a softening range of 70° C. to 140° C. The poly-?-olefin or the mixture of poly-?-olefins has a softening point of 70° C. to 30° C. and a melt viscosity at 190° C. of 1,000 mPas to 20,000 mPas. The hotmelt adhesive has a viscosity at 150° C. of 500 mPas to 4,000 mPas.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a water-soluble hotmelt adhesive, containing: 40 to 70% by weight of at least one homopolymer or copolymer with free carboxylic acid groups based on ethylenically unsaturated monomers (component A), 15 to 45% by weight of at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polyurethane (component B), 10 to 45% by weight of at least one inorganic or organic base (component C), and 0 to 20% by weight of further additives (component D), wherein the sum of such components is 100% by weight. The water-soluble hotmelt adhesive is suitable for producing textile laminates, moisture-tackifiable papers and at least two-ply hygiene-papers, in particular tissue.

Abstract: A chromium- and nitrogen-free brightening and passivating treatment for metal surfaces, particularly iron and steel, comprises: at least one acid; at least one substance containing a peroxy moiety; and at least one organic substance selected from the group consisting of; molecules that contain both at least one ether moiety and at least one hydroxyl moiety; molecules that contain at least two ether moieties; and molecules that contain in each molecule both at least one ether moiety and one nitrogen atom that is covalently bonded to at least three carbon atoms. Preferably part of the acid contains phosphorus, which has been found to act synergistically with the organic substance to stabilize peroxy compounds against decomposition, particularly in the presence of metal ions.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a water-soluble hotmelt adhesive, containing: 40 to 70% by weight of at least one homopolymer or copolymer with free carboxylic acid groups based on ethylenically unsaturated monomers (component A), 15 to 45% by weight of at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polyurethane (component B), 10 to 45% by weight of at least one inorganic or organic base (component C), and 0 to 20% by weight of further additives (component D), wherein the sum of such components is 100% by weight. The water-soluble hotmelt adhesive is suitable for producing textile laminates, moisture-tackifiable papers and at least two-ply hygiene-papers, in particular tissue.

Abstract: In at least one aspect, the invention relates to an entirely or substantially chromium-free conversion coating composition and process for conversion coating metal surfaces that provides corrosion resistance. In at least another aspect, the present invention relates to an article having a metal surface that is at least partially coated with an entirely or substantially chromium-free conversion coating that provides corrosion resistance. In certain embodiments, the conversion coating composition comprises water and (A) dissolved fluorometallate anions selected from the group consisting of TiF6−2, ZrF6−2, HfF6−2, SiF6−2, AlF6−3, GeF6−2, SnF6−2, BF4−, and mixtures thereof and (B) a water-soluble polymer which is a Mannich adduct of poly(4-vinyl phenol) and N-methyl ethanolamine. In other embodiments, the composition also comprises (C) a water-soluble polymer which is a Mannich adduct of poly(4-vinyl phenol) and N-methyl glucamine.

Abstract: A gluing, sealing and coating compound based on a styrene copolymer is characterized in that the styrene copolymer mainly contains styrene and in that it contains an aromatic compound-free polyalkylene oxide and/or its fatty derivative. These non-toxic plastcizers are easily tolerated and increase stickiness, elasticity and stretchability. These compounds are therefore suitable as binders for producing glues, coatings and sealing compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to a polymer dispersion containing water and at least 60 wt. % of an organic polymer which has at least one group of general formula (I) A—Si(Z)n(OH)3-n. The invention also relates to a composition containing at least one organic polymer which has at least one group of general formula (I), and at least one other organic polymer or a mixture of two or more other organic polymers.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of a composition or premix based on volatile corrosion inhibitors comprising, in order to limit to a maximum the release and/or degradation of the volatile corrosion inhibitors when the composition or premix is being formed, either an efficient amount of a structuring agent consisting of at least one solid or pasty substance whereof the melting point ranges from 40 to 110° C. preferably from 50 to 90° C., or a liquid substance capable of forming, mixed with a mineral filler, a solid or pasty combination. The invention also concerns a composition based on volatile corrosion inhibitors comprising a composition based on volatile corrosion inhibitors comprising an efficient amount which contains an efficient amount of a solid structuring agent. The invention further concerns polymer based articles having as constituent said composition or premix; said article are useful for protecting metal parts against corrosion.

Abstract: Emulsifier system containing a) ethoxylates/propoxylates of fatty alcohols with 8 to 18 C atoms in the alcohol with 2 to 6 ethylene oxide units and 4 to 8 propylene oxide units, b) fatty alcohols and/or fatty alcohol propoxylates with 12 to 24 C atoms in the alcohol and 0 to 3 propylene oxide units and/or distillation residue of these fatty alcohols and c) phosphates, selected from: c1) mono- and/or diesters of phosphoric acid with alkanols with 10-20 C atoms, c2) mono- and/or diesters of phosphoric acid with ethoxylated and/or propoxylated alkanols with 10-20 C atoms and/or c3) phosphates of polyethylene glycol ethers and/or polypropylene glycol ethers, and the water-soluble salts of each of these, in a weight ratio a:b:c=1:0.3:0.1 to 1:4:1; anti-corrosive and emulsifier system with these components, emulsion concentrate with these components, oil-in-water emulsion obtainable therefrom and use thereof as a cleaning, anti-corrosive and low-temperature lubricant emulsion.