Abstract: A composition and a process for modifying hair are disclosed. The process includes coating hair fibers with a composition comprising propylene carbonate and a glycol selected from at least one of propylene glycol, 1,3-propane diol, dipropylene glycol, tripropylene glycol, and mixtures thereof and contacting the coated hair with a heating appliance at a temperature of at least 150° C. for a sufficient time to modify the hair fibers.

Abstract: This technology relates to an integrated article that includes (a) a flexible foam region and (b) a non-foam region. The flexible foam region and the non-foam region are each made of a polyurethane composition. In some embodiments, the flexible foam region is a midsole, and wherein the non-foam region is an outsole. The flexible foam region is made from a flexible polyurethane injection molded foam. The non-foam region is made from a non-foamed polyurethane, which may be extruded or thermoformed. The invention relates to this integrated article, as well as the methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) compositions described herein have a very good snap back properties (also called rebound resilience) while still maintaining a good combination of other properties, including hardness, low-temperature flexibility, abrasion resistance, weather-ability, low density, or any combination thereof. This combination of properties make the TPU compositions described herein useful materials for applications where polyamide copolymers (COPA) and/or polyether block amide (PEBA) materials have traditionally been used over TPU.

Abstract: A composite laminate structure includes one or more layers of prepreg and a thermoplastic polyurethane film layer on the surface of the one or more prepregs. A method of making a composite laminate structure including a thermoplastic polyurethane film is also provided.

Abstract: Compounds of general formula (I): R1-Wm-Xn-AA1-AA2-AA3-AA4-AA5-AA6-Yp-Zq-R2 (I) their stereoisomers, mixtures thereof and/or their cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical compositions which contain them and their use in medicine, and in processes of treatment and/or care of the skin, hair and/or mucous membranes, in particular in the aging and photoaging of the skin.

Abstract: A transdermal delivery device (10, 10?) includes at least one of a backing layer (14) and a removable release liner (16). An active layer (12, 12?) is supported by the backing layer and/or release liner. The active layer includes a polymer matrix, a therapeutically/cosmetically effective amount of an active agent dispersed in the polymer matrix, and a pressure sensitive adhesive, incorporated in the polymer matrix and/or adhered thereto. The polymer matrix includes a thermoplastic polyurethane polymer and optionally, a poly(meth)acrylate polymer. The thermoplastic polyurethane polymer includes the reaction product of: a first polyether polyol A having a molecular weight of at least 3000 daltons and/or a second polyether polyol B having a molecular weight of no more than 2500 daltons; a third polyol C having a molecular weight of up to 800 daltons and/or a chain extender; a polyisocyanate; and optionally a catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for solid freeform fabrication, especially selective laser sintering, as well as various articles made using the same, where the systems and methods utilize certain thermoplastic polyurethanes which are particularly suited for such processing. The useful thermoplastic polyurethanes are derived from (a) a polyisocyanate component, (b) a polyol component, and (c) an optional chain extender component; wherein the resulting thermoplastic polyurethane has a melting enthalpy of at least 5.5 J/g, a Tc (crystallization temperature) of more than 70° C., a ?(Tm:Tc) of from 20 to 75 degrees, where ?(Tm:Tc) is the difference between the Tm (melting temperature) and Tc.

Abstract: Disclosed are multi-staged acrylic emulsion polymers and their use as rheology modifiers in the formulation of liquid personal care cleansers for the skin and hair. More particularly, the present technology relates to liquid cleansing compositions that possess the necessary rheology properties to stably suspend particles and insoluble materials within the cleanser but may also be used with pump dispensers to generate and dispense a creamy foam without fouling the pump mechanism.

Abstract: A crystalline non-reinforced thermoplastic polyurethane composition having a high flexural modulus comprises 5% to 25% of a hydroxyl-functional polyol intermediate having a weight average molecular weight of 250 to 3000 and 75% to 95% hard segment comprising an unbranched, unsubstituted, linear chain diol and an aromatic isocyanate.

Abstract: Disclosed are staged emulsion polymers comprising a crosslinked first stage polymer and a subsequently polymerized linear or slightly crosslinked second stage polymer segment. The staged emulsion polymers possess a dual activation mechanism and provide desirable rheological, clarity, and aesthetic properties in aqueous and aqueous surfactant containing compositions.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) R1-Wm-Xn-AA1-AA2-AA3-AA4-AA5-AA6-AA7-AA8-AA9-Yp-Zq-R2, wherein AA1 is Phe; AA2 is Trp; AA3 is selected from Met, Leu and Ile; AA4 is selected from Lys, Arg and Gln; AA5 is Arg; AA6 is Lys; AA7 is selected from Arg, Lys and His; AA8 is selected from Val, Ile, Leu and Met; and AA9 is Pro. The compound is useful in the treatment and/or care of the skin, hair, nails and/or mucous membranes, in particular for improving the barrier function of the skin, for energizing the skin and as an anti-aging agent.

Abstract: The invention provides a multi-layer, flexible tubular article useful in fuel line applications comprising a thermoplastic polyurethane layer (10,14,18), an ethylene vinyl alcohol layer (16), and, optionally, a polyamide polymer layer (12,20) to provide an effective barrier against fuel permeation and to reduce washout of chemicals from the tube into the fuel.

Abstract: The invention provides dispersed inorganic mixed metal oxide pigment compositions in a non-aqueous media utilizing a dispersant having polyisobutylene succinic anhydride structure to disperse a mixed metal oxide pigment in the media. The metal oxide pigment is of the type used to colour ceramic or glass articles. A milling process using beads is also described to reduce the mixed metal oxide particle size to the desired range. A method of using the mixed metal oxide dispersion to digitally print an image on a ceramic or glass article using the dispersion jetted through a nozzle and subsequently firing the coloured article is also described.

Abstract: Guanylurea alcohol phosphate salts are disclosed. Flame retardant thermoplastic and thermoset polymers can be made by incorporating said guanylurea alcohol phosphate salts into polymers and these polymers have improved properties over similar thermoplastic or thermoset polymers where guanylurea phosphate salts are added as flame retardant dispersions to said polymer. Flame retardant polyurethane foams where the guanylurea alcohol phosphate salts have been incorporated into the polyurethane are a particularly preferred embodiment.

Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to structurant polymers based on polyurethane/polyurea chemistry, which efficiently thicken or gel (i.e., provide structure to) oils and oil mixtures. The disclosed technology further relates to structurant polymers based on polyurethane/polyurea chemistry that are oil soluble or oil dispersible and that provide beneficial properties, such as, for example, desirable clarity and/or feel. In addition, the technology relates to cosmetically and/or household acceptable formulations containing an oil as well as a structurant polymer based on polyurethane/poly-urea chemistry.

Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for solid freeform fabrication, especially selective laser sintering, as well as various articles made using the same, where the systems and methods utilize certain thermoplastic polyurethanes which are particularly suited for such processing. The useful thermoplastic polyurethanes are derived from (a) a polyisocyanate component, (b) a polyol component, and (c) an optional chain extender component; wherein the resulting thermoplastic polyurethane has a melting enthalpy of at least 5.5 J/g, a Tc (crystallization temperature) of more than 70° C., a ?(Tm:Tc) of from 20 to 75 degrees, where ?(Tm:Tc) is the difference between the Tm (melting temperature) and Tc.

Abstract: Polymers are disclosed that incorporate portions of secondary or tertiary polyamide segments connected with polyisocyanates. These polymers have enhanced matting properties. The enhanced matting properties are from creating an inherently matt surface from the polymer without the use of any separate fine particle size matting additives. Conventional matting agents such as fine particle size silica usually results in loss of physical properties such as haze development and porosity in the coating from the matting agent. Composites and hybrids of these polymers and other polyamides, polyurethane with vinyl polymers (acrylates) are also disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: An aqueous blend of an azetidinium functionalized polymer and a polymer having quaternary amine groups is disclosed for use as aqueous pretreatment for substrates such as textiles and garments that are going to be digitally printed. The pretreatment may further comprise wetting agents, surfactants, and preservatives. The pretreatment may be dry or wet immediately prior to digital printing and may be heat treated to bond the pretreatment to the substrate and/or the subsequent print ink.

Abstract: An improved process for forming polyamide dispersions in water utilizing carbon dioxide to facilitate dispersion of the polyamide is disclosed. The polyamides are generally below 30,000 or 40,000 g/mole molecular weight when dispersed, but can be chain extended with polyfunctional species such as polyisocyanates after dispersion. The dispersions are useful in coatings, adhesives, and inks. Composites and hybrids of these other polyamides with vinyl polymers are also disclosed and claimed.