Abstract: A thermoplastic polymeric composition having a xanthene or xanthenes-based compound as a plasticizer, a method to modify the thermoplastic polymeric materials to increase their relative plasticity while maintaining good strength or “toughness” characteristics, and various articles of manufacture that can be made using the polymer composition are described.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymeric composition including a xanthene or xanthenes-based compound as a plasticizer, a method to modify the thermoplastic polymeric materials to increase their relative plasticity, and various articles of manufacture that can be made using the polymer composition are described.

Abstract: An odor control layer for personal care products includes a first portion with a formulation of activated carbon and a second portion with a formulation of nanoparticle silver. The layer can be placed in a personal care product including diapers, training pants, absorbent underpants, adult incontinence products, or feminine hygiene products. The personal care product can include a liquid-permeable bodyside liner, a liquid-impermeable outer cover affixed to the bodyside liner, and an absorbent core disposed between the bodyside liner and the outer cover.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymeric composition having a xanthene or xanthenes-based compound as a plasticizer, a method to modify the thermoplastic polymeric materials to increase their relative plasticity while maintaining good strength or “toughness” characteristics, and various articles of manufacture that can be made using the polymer composition are described.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymeric composition including a xanthene or xanthenes-based compound as a plasticizer, a method to modify the thermoplastic polymeric materials to increase their relative plasticity, and various articles of manufacture that can be made using the polymer composition are described.

Abstract: A composition of matter for increasing the relative flexibility and plasticity of crystalline or semi-crystalline resins and polymers is described. In particular, the compositions include xanthene or anthene-based molecular structures that can increase the plastic properties of curable resins or thermosetting polymers when incorporated into the polymer material. Certain uses for such a polymeric composition are also provided.