Abstract: In the present invention, compositions that are suitable for use as dielectric fluids are obtained from renewably sourced oils, and blends thereof. Renewably sourced synthetic esters as described herein are prepared using components obtained from natural or biologic feedstocks, wherein the feedstocks can be regenerated via conventional farming techniques. Dielectric fluids that can meet the industry standards are obtained using a process of combining appropriate percentages of components selected from synthetic polyol esters, natural oils, and mineral oil to customize the properties of the dielectric fluid obtained. Some of the properties that can be manipulated in the practice of the present invention include: electrical strength, resistivity, impulse strength, dissipation factor, permittivity, specific heat, thermal conductivity, chemical stability, gas absorption, pour point, viscosity, volatility, flash and fire point, and biodegradability.

Abstract: In the present invention, compositions that are suitable for use as dielectric fluids are obtained from renewably sourced oils, and blends thereof. Renewably sourced synthetic esters as described herein are prepared using components obtained from natural or biologic feedstocks, wherein the feedstocks can be regenerated via conventional farming techniques. Dielectric fluids that can meet the industry standards are obtained using a process of combining appropriate percentages of components selected from synthetic polyol esters, natural oils, and mineral oil to customize the properties of the dielectric fluid obtained. Some of the properties that can be manipulated in the practice of the present invention include: electrical strength, resistivity, impulse strength, dissipation factor, permittivity, specific heat, thermal conductivity, chemical stability, gas absorption, pour point, viscosity, volatility, flash and fire point, and biodegradability.

Abstract: Provided are lubrication oil compositions. The compositions contain certain acid esters (monoesters and/or diesters) of polytrimethylene ether glycol, certain additives, and optionally a polytrimethylene ether glycol, and the use of such compositions as lubrication oils.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a polyester having renewable 1,3-propanediol. This invention is further directed to a coating composition comprising the polyester having components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a polyester having renewable 1,3-propanediol. This invention is further directed to a coating composition comprising the polyester having components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: Disclosed is branched poly(trimethylene ether)polyols prepared from the acid catalyzed polycondensation reaction of 1,3-propanediol, and at least one triol comonomer selected from 1,1,1-tris(hydroxymethyl)ethane and 1,1,1-tris(hydroxymethyl)propane. Also disclosed is a branched poly(trimethylene ether)polyol with an equivalent hydroxyl functionality of about 2.1 to about 3.2 and a Mn of about 200 to about 6000. The polyols are useful in the preparation of polyurethane rigid and flexible foams.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a radiation curable coating composition comprising low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol. This disclosure is further directed to an antimicrobial coating layer formed from the coating composition comprising low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol. The coating compositions can be used as interior and exterior top coats, basecoats, primers, primer surfacers and primer fillers. The disclosure is particularly directed to a coating composition comprising components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: Provided are processes for preparing polytrimethylene ether glycol monoester or diesters composition wherein polytrimethylene ether glycol containing less than about 1 weight % of unreacted diol monomer is reacted with an equivalent excess of a monocarboxylic acid.

Abstract: Provided are poly(trimethylene ether) glycol homopolymers and copolymers suitable for use as solubilizers for essential oils. The polymers can be used to provide compositions having a variety of uses in applications such as cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial cleaning products.

Abstract: Plasticizers comprising monoesters and/or diesters of poly(trimethylene ether) glycol are provided. The plasticizers can be used in plasticizing a variety of base polymers.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a low VOC (volatile organic content) waterborne coating composition comprising low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol. This disclosure is further directed to an antimicrobial coating layer formed from the coating composition comprising low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol. The coating compositions can be used as interior and exterior top coats, basecoats, primers, primer surfacers and primer fillers. The low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol can also be functioning as a coalescing agent. The disclosure is particularly directed to a coating composition comprising components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: Provided are methods for extracting flavor and fragrance materials from natural plant materials, using poly(trimethylene ether) glycol homopolymers and copolymers. The poly(trimethylene ether) glycol homopolymers and copolymers act as solubilizers for essential oils, and can be used to provide compositions having a variety of uses in applications such as cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial cleaning products.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a high film build coating composition that is capable of producing coatings being sag-free at high coating thicknesses and good appearance. This disclosure is further directed to a coating composition comprising components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a matting agent for reducing gloss of a coating. The matting agent comprises: a) a silica component; b) a polytrimethylene ether glycol; c) one or more solvents; and d) optionally, one or more polymers. This invention is further directed to a matting agent comprising components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: This invention relates to deodorant compositions containing polytrimethylene ether glycol homo- and copolymers and/or polytrimethylene glycol ester(s) in a variety of physical forms. In at least one embodiment, the polytrimethylene ether glycol homo- and copolymers and/or polytrimethylene glycol ester(s) can be made from monomers (e.g., 1,3-propanediol) obtained from renewable resources, and can thus be more environmentally friendly than conventional deodorant compositions in terms of manufacture, use and disposal.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a coating composition having low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol, polymers having one or more crosslinkable functional groups and a crosslinking agent having one or more crosslinking functional groups. The coating compositions can be used as interior and exterior top coats, basecoats, primers, primer surfacers and primer fillers. The disclosure is particularly directed to a coating composition comprising components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: Novel (meth)acrylic ester of poly(trimethylene ether) glycol compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an ester (a monoester, a diester or mixtures thereof) of a polytrimethylene ether glycol and at least one polymerization inhibitor.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a thermoset composition comprising a low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol. This disclosure is further directed to an antimicrobial coating composition, an antimicrobial coating layer, an antimicrobial adhesive, or an antimicrobial sealant formed from the thermoset composition comprising the low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol. The thermoset compositions can be used as interior and exterior top coats, basecoats, primers, primer surfacers, primer fillers, adhesives or sealants. The disclosure is particularly directed to a thermoset composition comprising components derived from renewable resources.

Abstract: Disclosed is branched poly(trimethylene ether) polyols prepared from the acid catalyzed polycondensation reaction of 1,3-propanediol, and at least one triol comonomer selected from 1,1,1-tris(hydroxymethyl) ethane and 1,1,1-tris(hydroxymethyl) propane. Also disclosed is a branched poly(trimethylene ether) polyol with an equivalent hydroxyl functionality of about 2.1 to about 3.2 and a Mn of about 200 to about 6000. The polyols are useful in the preparation of polyurethane rigid and flexible foams.

Abstract: Provided are processes for preparing low molecular weight polytrimethylene ether glycol by acid catalyzed polycondensation, neutralization, removal of unreacted monomer, and contact with filter aid. The processes can avoid hydrolysis and yet provide product substantially free of catalyst derived end groups.