Abstract: Polyester compositions which contain a copolymer of ethylene, an acrylate ester, and carbon monoxide and optionally a fibrous filler having a relatively small diameter are particularly suitable for parts whose surface appearance is important, such as appliance panels and automobile body panels.

Abstract: Fast crystallizing polyester compositions comprise a semicrystalline isotropic polyester, and specified amount of a liquid crystalline polymer, a solid particulate material, and a plasticizer for the isotropic polyester. These compositions generally crystallize faster and/or more extensively and/or at lower temperatures than the corresponding compositions without these ingredients present. The compositions are especially useful for molded and extruded parts.

Abstract: Isotropic polyester compositions containing specified amounts of certain reinforcing fillers, a polymeric toughening agent, and a liquid crystalline polymer are especially useful for parts which have appearance surfaces and/or are painted. Such compositions are useful for items such as appliance parts, automotive body panels, power tool housing, and electronics housings. Processes for coating such compositions are also described.

Abstract: Polyester compositions which contain a copolymer of ethylene, an acrylate ester, and carbon monoxide and optionally a fibrous filler having a relatively small diameter are particularly suitable for parts whose surface appearance is important, such as appliance panels and automobile body panels.

Abstract: Polyester compositions which contain a copolymer of ethylene, an acrylate ester, and a fibrous filler having a relatively small diameter are particularly suitable for parts whose surface appearance is important, such as appliance panels and automobile body panels. The compositions have good toughness and an otherwise excellent balance of other physical properties.