Abstract: Provided are films made from polymer blends including post-consumer resin (PCR). The films are formed from a polymer blend that includes a PCR, a low density polyethylene and/or ethylene/carbon monoxide copolymer (ECO copolymer), and a modification agent. The films, which include a PCR, contribute to improved sustainability and in aspects maintain or minimize the reduction of desirable properties, such as elastic recovery.

Abstract: A method for producing zeolite embedded polyolefin films for packaging polyurethane foams also embedded with zeolite.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed towards coated fertilizer granule compositions that include two polyurethane layers and an optional wax layer.

Abstract: Articles useful for bedding and other comfort applications include a coated polyurethane foam. The coating includes an elastomeric polymer, a phase change material, a non-encapsulated wax and optionally a hydrophilic polymer. The coating provides desirable haptic properties, including a “cool touch” feature that creates a sensation of coolness when touched, and a highly smooth surface.

Abstract: A composition includes a core-shell polyorganosiloxane particle having an average particle size in a range of 50-150 nanometers, the core-shell polyorganosiloxane particle comprising: (a) a core with a core polyorganosilsesquioxane; and (b) a shell coating the core comprises a shell polyorganosiloxane that is a functionalized polyorganosiloxane different from the core poly-organosilsesquioxane; where the shell is greater than zero and less than 20 weight-percent of the core-shell polysiloxane particle weight and less than 25 percent of the particle diameter.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides embodiments of a composition comprising post-consumer recycled resin comprising: at least 50 weight percent polyolefin, having an initial limonene level of at least 5 ppm; virgin ethylene-based polymer; and at least one odor-active zeolite, wherein the odor-active zeolite has an FAU crystal structure, an MFI crystal structure, and/or a beta crystal structure and a Si/Al molar ratio from 1 to 100, wherein the composition has a reduced limonene level of less than 3 ppm. The present disclosure also provides embodiments of a method of reducing taste and/or odor in a post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin-containing composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides embodiments of a composition comprising post-consumer recycled resin comprising: at least 50 weight percent polyolefin, having an initial limonene level of at least 5 ppm; virgin ethylene-based polymer; and at least one odor-active zeolite, wherein the odor-active zeolite has an FAU crystal structure, an MFI crystal structure, and/or beta crystal structure and a Si/Al molar ratio from 1 to 1000, wherein the composition has a reduced limonene level of less than 3 ppm.

Abstract: A method for producing zeolite embedded polyolefin films for packaging polyurethane foams also embedded with zeolite.

Abstract: The invention includes chitosan nanofibers having enhanced structural integrity, compositions comprising such chitosan nanofibers, and related methods of use. In a particular aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers can be reversibly acylated to enhance structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. In another aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers comprising at least a portion of the amino groups protected, such as through N-tert-butoxycarbonyl groups, demonstrate enhanced structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. The invention also includes compositions and methods for producing a modified chitosan material having anti-inflammatory and pro-healing characteristics and methods of using the modified chitosan materials in a film, a gel, a membrane, microfibers, nanofibers, nano- or micro-particles/spheres and/or sponges. In some aspects, microspheres and methods of producing microspheres comprising modified chitosan are included.

Abstract: A method for preparing low odor polyurethane foams by the use of a high silica zeolite and a foam-forming composition.

Abstract: Provided are films made from polymer blends including post-consumer resin (PCR). The films are formed from a polymer blend that includes a PCR, a low density polyethylene and/or ethylene/carbon monoxide copolymer (ECO copolymer), and a modification agent. The films, which include a PCR, contribute to improved sustainability and in aspects maintain or minimize the reduction of desirable properties, such as elastic recovery.

Abstract: The invention includes chitosan nanofibers having enhanced structural integrity, compositions comprising such chitosan nanofibers, and related methods of use. In a particular aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers can be reversibly acylated to enhance structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. In another aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers comprising at least a portion of the amino groups protected, such as through N-tert-butoxycarbonyl groups, demonstrate enhanced structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. The invention also includes compositions and methods for producing a modified chitosan material having anti-inflammatory and pro-healing characteristics and methods of using the modified chitosan materials in a film, a gel, a membrane, microfibers, nanofibers, nano- or micro-particles/spheres and/or sponges. In some aspects, microspheres and methods of producing microspheres comprising modified chitosan are included.

Abstract: The invention includes chitosan nanofibers having enhanced structural integrity, compositions comprising such chitosan nanofibers, and related methods of use. In a particular aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers can be reversibly acylated to enhance structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. In another aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers comprising at least a portion of the amino groups protected, such as through N-tert-butoxycarbonyl groups, demonstrate enhanced structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. The invention also includes compositions and methods for producing a modified chitosan material having anti-inflammatory and pro-healing characteristics and methods of using the modified chitosan materials in a film, a gel, a membrane, microfibers, nanofibers, nano- or micro-particles/spheres and/or sponges. In some aspects, microspheres and methods of producing microspheres comprising modified chitosan are included.

Abstract: The invention includes chitosan nanofibers having enhanced structural integrity, compositions comprising such chitosan nanofibers, and related methods of use. In a particular aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers can be reversibly acylated to enhance structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. In another aspect, electrospun chitosan nanofibers comprising at least a portion of the amino groups protected, such as through N-tert-butoxycarbonyl groups, demonstrate enhanced structural integrity and promote healing and the formation of tissues in a subject. The invention also includes compositions and methods for producing a modified chitosan material having anti-inflammatory and pro-healing characteristics and methods of using the modified chitosan materials in a film, a gel, a membrane, microfibers, nanofibers, nano- or micro-particles/spheres and/or sponges. In some aspects, microspheres and methods of producing microspheres comprising modified chitosan are included.