Abstract: A surface-treating agent containing a fluoropolyether group-containing silane compound (A) and a fluoropolyether group-containing silane compound (B) represented by formula (1) or (2) below: RF1?—XA—RSi???(1) RSi?—XA—RF2—XA—RSi???(2) wherein RF1, XA, RSi, RF2, ?, ? and ? are as defined herein.

Abstract: A surface-treating agent including a component (A) which is at least one fluoropolyether group-containing compound of formula (1A) or (2A) shown below; a component (B) which is at least one fluoropolyether group-containing compound of the following formula (1B) or (2B) shown below; and a component (C) which is one or more fluorine-containing oils: Rf1A?1—XA—RA?1??(1A) RA?1—XA—Rf2A—XA—RA?1??(2A) Rf1B?2—XB—RB?2??(1B) RB?2—XB—Rf2B—XB—RB?2??(2B) wherein formulas (1A), (2A), (1B and (2B) are as defined herein.

Abstract: A fluoropolyether group-containing compound of the following formula (1) or (2): RF1—X—RSi??(1) RSi—X—RF2—X—RSi??(2) wherein RF1, RSi and RF2 are as defined herein.

Abstract: A fluoropolyether group-containing compound of formula (1) or (2) below: RF1—X—RSi??(1) RSi—X—RF2—X—RSi??(2) wherein RF1, RSi and RF2 are as defined herein.

Abstract: A fluoropolyether group-containing compound of formula (1) or (2): wherein RF1, RX1, RX2 and RSi are as defined herein.

Abstract: A fluoropolyether group-containing compound of the following formula (1): wherein RF1 and RSi are as defined herein.

Abstract: A fluoropolyether group-containing compound represented by formula (1) or (2) below: wherein RSi is represented by formula (Si), and the symbols are as defined in the description —X1—SiRa1p1Rb1q1Rc1r1??(S1).

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing an antifouling film having excellent antifouling properties and rubbing resistance. The method for producing an antifouling film of the present invention includes Process (1) of applying a resin to a surface of a substrate; Process (2) of pushing the substrate to a die with the resin in between to form an uneven structure on a surface of the resin; and Process (3) of curing the resin including the uneven structure on the surface thereof to form a polymer layer. The resin contains an antifouling agent that contains a compound containing a perfluoro(poly)ether group. The die includes a surface having undergone release treatment using a release agent containing a compound that contains a perfluoro(poly)ether group, a hydrolyzable group, and a Si atom.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing an antifouling film capable of long-term continuous production of an antifouling film having excellent antifouling properties. The method for producing an antifouling film of the present invention includes Process (1) of applying a resin to a surface of a substrate; Process (2) of applying a second release agent to a surface of a die coated with a first release agent; Process (3) of pushing the substrate to the surface of the die coated with the second release agent with the resin in between to form an uneven structure on a surface of the resin; and Process (4) of curing the resin including the uneven structure on the surface thereof to form a polymer layer. The resin contains an antifouling agent that contains a predetermined compound. The first release agent contains a predetermined compound. The second release agent contains a predetermined compound.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for producing a transfer target which is less likely to separate from a substrate or adhere to a mold even when transfer is repeated. The production method includes the steps of: (1) applying a composition containing a fluoropolyether to a release layer of a mold having an uneven pattern on a surface thereof; (2) pressing the mold to a transfer target and transferring the uneven pattern; and (3) releasing the mold from the transfer target, thereby providing the transfer target having a transferred pattern.

Abstract: A polyether group-containing compound of the formula (I). In each of the compound of the formula (I), one or two R— are represented by (Rf—Xf1-PE-Xf2)?—X1—, and one or two R— are represented by RSi—. The symbols are as defined in the description.

Abstract: The invention aims to provide a substrate whose water-repellency is less likely to be deteriorated even after long-term use in an ultraviolet-exposure environment. The substrate of the invention includes a surface-treating layer, and exhibits a static contact angle with water of 100 degrees or greater after a 400-hour accelerated weathering test performed under the following conditions: <conditions of accelerated weathering test> preparing a UVB-313 lamp exhibiting an irradiance of 0.63 W/m2 at a wavelength of 310 nm; placing the surface-treating layer of the substrate apart from the lamp by 5 cm; and after every 24-hour irradiation, wiping the surface-treating layer with a cloth impregnated with water and with a cloth impregnated with ethanol, followed by drying.

Abstract: A surface-treating agent including a perfluoro(poly)ether group-containing silane compound and a perfluoro(poly)ether group-containing compound. The perfluoro(poly)ether group-containing compound contains a radical capturing group or a UV absorbing group in the molecule.

Abstract: A compound represented by the following formula (1): wherein R1 is a monovalent organic group containing a polyether chain; X1 and X2 are each individually a monovalent group; and the polyether chain is a chain represented by the following formula: —(OC6F12)m11—(OC5F10)m12—(OC4F8)m13—(OC3X106)m14—(OC2F4)m15—(OCF2)m16—, wherein m11, m12, m13, m14, m15, and m16 are each individually an integer of 0 or 1 or greater; X10s are each individually H, F, or Cl; the repeating units are present in any order; and the sum of m11 to m16 is an integer of 10 or greater, R1 being other than those containing a urethane bond.

Abstract: A composition including at least one compound having a perfluoropolyether group and a curable site, wherein in a molecular weight distribution curve in gel permeation chromatography measurement, the following formula is satisfied: M2/M1?3.5, wherein M1 is a molecular weight at a main peak, and M2 is a molecular weight at 25% intensity of an intensity of the main peak on a higher molecular weight side than M1. Also disclosed is a curable composition containing the composition and a method for producing the curable composition.

Abstract: A curable composition including a compound having a perfluoropolyether group and a curable moiety, and a curable resin and/or a curable monomer, wherein an organic solvent having no radical reactive group is not substantially contained. The curable composition is capable of forming a surface-treating layer that is in a lower clouded state.

Abstract: The invention aims to provide a novel compound to be suitably used for antifouling agents. The compound of the invention is represented by the following formula (1): wherein R1 is a monovalent organic group containing a polyether chain; X1 and X2 are each individually a monovalent group; and the polyether chain is a chain represented by the following formula: —(OC6F12)m11—(OC5F10)m12—(OC4F8)m13—(OC3X106)m14—(OC2F4)m15—(OCF2)m16—, wherein m11, m12, m13, m14, m15, and m16 are each individually an integer of 0 or 1 or greater; X10s are each individually H, F, or Cl; and the repeating units are present in any order.

Abstract: A functional film includes layer (A) containing a resin and layer (B) containing a compound containing a perfluoropolyether group. Layer (B) has a microrelief pattern structure on a surface remote from layer (A). In elemental analysis by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy from the layer (B) side, the functional film satisfies formula (1): D1<2×X1, wherein X1 is a thickness (nm) of layer (B); and D1 is a depth (nm) at which fluorine atoms exhibit a concentration of 1 atom % or lower. In carbon 1s spectrum measurement by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy from the layer (B) side, the functional film satisfies formula (2): D2<2×X1, wherein X1 is the thickness (nm) of layer (B); and D2 is a depth (nm) at which no peak is detected within a bond energy range of 290 to 300 eV.

Abstract: A functional film includes layer (A) containing a resin and layer (B) containing a compound containing a perfluoropolyether group. Layer (B) has a microrelief pattern structure on a surface remote from layer (A). In elemental analysis by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy from the layer (B) side, the functional film satisfies formula (1): D1<2×X1, wherein X1 is a thickness (nm) of layer (B); and D1 is a depth (nm) at which fluorine atoms exhibit a concentration of 1 atom % or lower. In carbon 1s spectrum measurement by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy from the layer (B) side, the functional film satisfies formula (2): D2<2×X1, wherein X1 is the thickness (nm) of layer (B); and D2 is a depth (nm) at which no peak is detected within a bond energy range of 290 to 300 eV.

Abstract: The invention aims to provide a novel compound to be suitably used for antifouling agents. The compound of the invention is represented by the following formula (1): wherein R1 is a monovalent organic group containing a polyether chain; X1 and X2 are each individually a monovalent group; and the polyether chain is a chain represented by the following formula: —(OC6F12)m11—(OC5F10)m12—(OC4F8)m13—(OC3X106)m14—(OC2F4)m15—(OCF2)m16—, wherein m11, m12, m13, m14, m15, and m16 are each individually an integer of 0 or 1 or greater; X10s are each individually H, F, or Cl; and the repeating units are present in any order.