Abstract: This invention concerns a compound formed from a tertiary amine-carboxylic acid salt, where the carboxylic acid and tertiary amine are selected such that the catalyst salt is blocked at room temperature and becomes unblocked at an elevated temperature. The compound is useful as a heat activated urethane catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention provides water-soluble products formed by reacting a monofunctional, amine-terminated polyether with a glycidyl ether of a polyol, which products are useful as dispersants in end uses and formulations known to employ dispersants. The invention also provides processes which comprises reacting a monofunctional, amine-terminated polyether with a glycidyl ether of a polyol.

Abstract: This invention concerns a compound formed from a tertiary amine-carboxylic acid salt, where the carboxylic acid and tertiary amine are selected such that the catalyst salt is blocked at room temperature and becomes unblocked at an elevated temperature. The compound is useful as a heat activated urethane catalyst.

Abstract: This invention is directed to lubricating compositions which contain detergent-dispersant components derived from substantially linear alkylbenzenes including sulfonates, overbased sulfonates, and salts and esters thereof. Detergents provided by the invention have a low content of the 1-aryl isomers than materials of prior art. In addition, the detergents of the present invention are prepared using alkylbenzene mixtures which have substantially-reduced benzene content over materials provided by the prior art. The invention provides compositions which are useful in formulating lubricants, motor oils, and the like.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions useful as ink which contain novel dispersants that are capable of dispersing pigments which are traditionally difficult to disperse while maintaining acceptable levels of viscosity. Use of dispersants as taught herein enables the preparation of a wide variety of inks having high pigment loading and existing within a conventionally useful viscosity range.

Abstract: Processes for forming butyric acid are provided. In one process, maleic anhydride is formed by oxidizing a hydrocarbon containing gas. The maleic anhydride is then hydrogenated in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst to form butyric acid. The selectivity of maleic anhydride to butyric acid is at least about 35 molar percent.

Abstract: Provided herein are catalysts useful in providing foam products which are produced using an organic poly isocyanate as a starting material. A catalyst according to the present invention includes the tris-(hydroxyethyl)methyl ammonium cation, and optionally potassium cation, in combination with a variety of possible counter anions present to maintain charge balance and for compatibility. A catalyst according to the invention is preferably used in conjunction with one or more conventional tertiary amine catalysts in a foam producing process. The foams may be polyurethane foams, polyisocyanurate foams, flexible foams, or elastomeric foams.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose a process for the co-production of bis(para-aminocyclohexyl) methane (PACM). Also disclosed are articles of manufacture made using PACM produced by methods of this invention. The methods of the present invention generally include a first mixture having methylene di-aniline (MDA) and a second aromatic amine. The first mixture has less than 15% polymeric MDA by weight and the second aromatic amine is present in an amount to render the first mixture a liquid. The first mixture is hydrogenated to produce a product mixture comprising PACM and at least one second non-aromatic amine.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions of matter which contain an agriculturally-active material in combination with an agricultural adjuvant and at least one alkylene carbonate. The presence of an alkylene carbonate in such formulations increases the efficacy of herbicides and pesticides used in controlling unwanted foliage and insects in commercial agriculture.

Abstract: Provided herein are polymers, including polyureas, polyurethanes, and polyurea-polyurethane hybrids, made from an isocyanate, a secondary polyetheramine, an aspartic ester amine, and optionally a polyol. The secondary polyetheramine may be used in combination with the aspartic ester amine to increase flexibility or modify other properties and lower cost of the final polymer product while maintaining a desirable cure time.

Abstract: Provided herein are polymers, including polyureas, polyurethanes, and polyurea-polyurethane hybrids, made from an isocyanate, a secondary polyetheramine, a second amine, and optionally a polyol. The secondary polyetheramine may be used in combination with the second amine to modify other properties of the polymer, including its cure time and cost.

Abstract: Provided herein are granular carriers which are impregnated with an agriculturally active ingredient and a surfactant. The compositions of the invention provide increased efficacy over granules of the prior art.

Abstract: A chemical softening composition includes an amide-substituted quaternary imidazolinium salt, a nonionic surfactant, and a polyhydroxy compound for use in treating cellulosic materials including papers, textiles and fabrics. The chemical softening composition can be applied to papermaking fibers during a papermaking process to provide a softened paper web and product possessed of sufficient tensile strength for its regular employment. A chemical softening composition according to the invention can also be applied to fabric to soften the fabric, provide easier handling of the fabric, and also reduce the tendency of the fabric to generate and store static electricity.

Abstract: A chemical softening composition includes a amide-substituted quaternary imidazolinium salt, a nonionic surfactant, and a polyhydroxy compound for use in treating cellulosic materials including papers, textiles and fabrics. The chemical softening composition can be applied to papermaking fibers during a papermaking process to provide a softened paper web and product possessed of sufficient tensile strength for its regular employment. A chemical softening composition according to the invention can also be applied to fabric to soften the fabric, provide easier handling of the fabric, and also reduce the tendency of the fabric to generate and store static electricity.

Abstract: Provided herein are catalysts useful in the curing of cementitious mixtures, which catalysts comprise one or more alkylene carbonates in combination with glycerin carbonate. Through use of a catalyst according to the present invention, cementitious mixtures containing sodium silicate may be cured at low temperatures because the catalysts of the invention function well at low temperatures, even though they contain ethylene carbonate, a material whose melting point of 36° C. otherwise precludes its use as a cure accelerant for silicates. FIG. 1 is a graphical representation of the results shown in Table II.

Abstract: Provided herein are catalysts useful in reductive amination, which include nickel, copper, zirconium and/or chromium, oxygen, and tin. The presence of the tin increases the selectivity of the catalyst in reductive aminations over the catalysts of the prior art.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions a useful in the creping of paper products such as facial tissue and bathroom tissue. The compositions comprise an alkanolamine salt of a styrene-methacrylic acid co-polymer. According to a process according to the invention, a composition of the invention is contacted with the dryer cylinder in a creping process.

Abstract: Provided herein are polyurea polymers made from an organic isocyanate and a polyamine component, wherein the polyamine component comprises a polyether polyamine in which the nitrogen atoms are secondary. The polyurea polymers of the invention are useful in a wide range of end-use applications and possess superior physical properties over polyurea polymers of the prior art. Methods for producing the polyurea polymers are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for providing tertiary amine products which are color-stable, and have a greatly reduced tendency to take on color during their storage. According to the invention, an ethyleneamine derivative is added to the distillation pot prior to or during the distillation of the tertiary amine product. Preferably, the ethyleneamine derivative has a higher boiling point than the desired tertiary amine product so as to preclude the ethyleneamine from distilling over with the tertiary amine.

Abstract: Provided herein are amphoteric surfactants derived from ethyleneamines, which surfactants are useful in treating paper, fibers, textiles, hair, and human skin, to impart softness-to-the-touch properties thereto.