Abstract: A hydrophilic monomer such as hydroxypropyl methacrylate and a lipophilic monomer such as lauryl methacrylate are copolymerized in the presence of a fragrance or other volatile active ingredient. The resulting polymer contains entrapped active ingredient which tends not to exude from the polymer during storage yet is gradually released as vapor when the polymer is exposed to the atmosphere, e.g. as an air-freshener.

Abstract: An improved polymeric material containing volatilizable active ingredients such as air fresheners, odorants, insecticides and the like, which is clear and can be molded into various transparent tinted or untinted decorative objects, and which can also (if desired) be made flexible and tacky on the surfaces to permit its being readily and inconspicuously adhered to any convenient surface, and which gradually releases the active ingredient into the surrounding atmosphere. The polymeric materials of the invention comprise polymerized hydroxy alkyl esters of vinylically unsaturated carboxylic acids, one or more volatilizable active ingredients, and a solubilizing agent having an appropriate balance of hydrophilic and lipophilic functions selected to substantially dissolve the active ingredient.

Abstract: An improved ostomy sealing gasket for application to the opening between the intestinal or urethral stoma of the patient and a post-surgical external pouch. The sealing gasket is made from a hydroxyalkyl acrylate or methacrylate with an alkylene glycol or polyalkylene glycol in the presence of a reducing agent and water. Embodiments designed for higher absorptive capacity also include an absorptive material such as natural or synthetic gums or a cellulosic material.