Abstract: Use of one or more amino-triazine based Mannich-compounds and/or their dimers or trimers and/or one or more precondensate therefrom, including special new amino-triazine based Mannich-compounds, as antioxidant and/or UV-stabilizer for organic material, preferably for polymers; the stabilized material and use of the stabilized material.

Abstract: The instant disclosure relates to phosphorus-containing compounds that can be used to form flame retardant phosphorus-containing resins, and also can serve as a hardener for a flame retardant epoxy resin compositions. In particular, the phosphorus-containing compounds are modified with acyloxy groups (—O—(C?O)—R), as shown below. Incorporation of the acyloxy groups results in resins that are water resistant and exhibit improved dielectric properties.

Abstract: An aqueous binder composition is provided that includes a carbohydrate and a crosslinking agent. In exemplary embodiments, the carbohydrate-based binder composition may also include a catalyst, a coupling agent, a process aid, a crosslinking density enhancer, an extender, a moisture resistant agent, a dedusting oil, a colorant, a corrosion inhibitor, a surfactant, a pH adjuster, and combinations thereof. The carbohydrate may be natural in origin and derived from renewable resources. Additionally, the carbohydrate polymer may have a dextrose equivalent (DE) number from 2 to 20. In at least one exemplary embodiment, the carbohydrate is a water-soluble polysaccharide such as dextrin or maltodextrin and the crosslinking agent is citric acid. Advantageously, the carbohydrates have a low viscosity and cure at moderate temperatures. The environmentally friendly, formaldehyde-free binder may be used in the formation of insulation materials and non-woven chopped strand mats.

Abstract: A compound for a tyre textile body ply skim. The compound has a cross-linkable, unsaturated-chain polymer base, a reinforcing filler composite, and a curing system having at least a curing agent and accelerants. The compound has 0.1 to 20 phr of a lignin derivative, 20 to 50 phr of a first carbon black with a surface area of 90 to 150 m2/g, and 5 to 20 phr of a second carbon black with a surface area of 10 to 40 m2/g.

Abstract: Provided are a plant derived plastic blend and a manufacturing method thereof in which high density polyethylene and polylactic acid are microscopically mixed to improve the mechanical properties of the plant derived plastic blend. The plant derived plastic blend comprises 10 wt % or more and 90 wt % or less of a plant derived polyethylene and 10 wt % or more and 90 wt % or less of a plant derived polylactic acid to achieve a total of 100 wt %, and further contains 1 wt % or more and 20 wt % or less of a compatibilizing agent. The manufacturing method of the plant derived plastic blend is carried out in a cylinder by applying a shear flow field and a stretching field and melt-kneading raw material containing the plant derived polyethylene, the polylactic acid and the compatibilizing agent.

Abstract: A polyamide composition comprises a polyamide, an anhydride-functional copolymer reactive with the polyamide, and a poly (ethylene-co-methacrylic acid) ionomer. A pneumatic tire assembly includes an inner liner which is formed from the polyamide composition. The inner liner comprises the reaction product of the polyamide and the anhydride-functional copolymer, as well as the (ethylene-co-methacrylic acid) ionomer.

Abstract: This invention generally relates to a multi-stage polymer as a grinding additive and a method of producing the same.

Abstract: The subject of the present invention is a semi-rigid or flexible and low-gloss impact-reinforced acrylic material. The acrylic material according to the invention comprises a nanostructured matrix constituted of at least one thermoplastic acrylic block copolymer and at least one highly crosslinked acrylic copolymer. The matrix comprises at least one thermoplastic acrylic block copolymer. The highly crosslinked acrylic copolymer comprises, as sole monomer or as predominate monomer, MMA, that is to say that it comprises, by weight, more than 50%, advantageously more than 65% of MMA. The acrylic material according to the invention comprises from 60% to 99% by weight of matrix for 40% to 1% by weight of crosslinked copolymer. These materials may be converted by injection molding, extrusion, co-extrusion, extrusion-blow molding for producing parts, profiles, sheets or films for example.

Abstract: A plastic article is described having a thickness of 0.5 mm to 5 mm, comprising a polycarbonate thermoplastic composition including polycarbonates containing phthalimidine carbonate units, said composition providing a heat deflection temperature of at least 145° C., a light transmittance of at least 85%, and CIE 1976 L*, a*, b* values of L* greater than 92, a* between ?1.5 and 1.5, and b* between ?2.0 and 3.0, when tested in the form of a 3.2 mm thick test sample molded at 580° F. (304° C.) with a 1.7 minute residence time, using CIE illuminant C and 2 degree observer.

Abstract: A material composition, which may be a support material, for three-dimensional (3D) inkjet printing is disclosed. The material composition may comprise a glycol polymer, a low molecular weight polar substance and a surface-active agent. The glycol polymer may be polyethylene glycol (PEG) having a molecular weight between about 1000 and about 6000 and the low molecular weight polar substance may be 1,8-octanediol.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding compound that has proved to be extremely weather-resistant and low-emission containing the following components: A) 3-77% by weight of one or more styrene copolymers, component A; B) 15-89% by weight of one or more polyamides, component B; C) 5-50% by weight of two or more graft rubbers without olefinic double bonds in the rubber phase, component C; D) 1-25% by weight of a terpolymer of styrene, acrylonitrile and maleic anhydride, component D; E) 2-30% by weight of rubber based on olefinic monomers, component E; F) 0-50% by weight of fibrous or particulate filler or mixtures thereof, component F; G) 0-40% by weight of further additives, component G.

Abstract: A polyamide molding composition for the production of a stain-resistant article, the staining tendency (ST) of the article being at least 2. The composition contains 30-100% by weight of a polyamide or a polyamide mixture, consisting of 50-100% by weight of at least one amorphous and/or microcrystalline polyamide having a glass transition temperature of at least 100° C., based on: 20-100 mol % of at least one cycloaliphatic diamine; and 0-80 mol % of at least one other aliphatic and/or aromatic diamine; and also aromatic and/or aliphatic dicarboxylic acids comprising at least 6 carbon atoms, and 0-50% by weight of at least one semi-aromatic polyamide. In addition, the molding composition comprises any of inorganic white pigments, fillers, impact toughness modifier and/or flame retardants.

Abstract: A composition, containing at least 50% by weight of a polyamide fraction which comprises: a) from 50 to 95 parts by weight of a polyamide having as copolymerized units bis(4-aminocyclohexyl)methane (PACM) and a linear dicarboxylic acid having from 8 to 18 C atoms; and b) from 50 to 5 parts by weight of a linear aliphatic polyamide having an average of from 8 to 12 C atoms in the monomer units, where the sum of the parts by weight of a) and b) is 100 is provided. The composition can be processed to give a moulded article having high transparency, high toughness and high resistance to chemicals, to solvents and to stress cracking.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compositions, methods of use and kits for use as an automotive protectant composition and/or automotive cleaning composition. The protectant composition and/or cleaning composition comprises at least one surfactant and at least one rheology modifier, at least one silicone component, and water. The composition also optionally comprise, pH adjusters, builders, alkalinity sources, wetting agents, spreading agents, UV absorbers. The protectant composition has a viscosity of about 4000 to 6000 cps and exhibits a Vertical Cling parameter of between 1 and about 7 at a temperature of about 25° C. on automotive surfaces to which the compositions are applied.

Abstract: This invention relates to asphalt compositions. More specifically, this invention relates to asphalt binder compositions including asphalt, elemental sulfur and polyethylene wax, and methods of making the same. In some aspects, the invention provides a sulfur wax asphalt binder composition that includes a base asphalt having viscoelastic properties, an elemental sulfur, and a polyethylene wax. The polyethylene wax is combined with the base asphalt and the elemental sulfur to create the sulfur wax asphalt binder composition. The polyethylene wax is present in the sulfur wax asphalt binder composition in an amount effective to increase the viscoelastic properties as compared to the viscoelastic properties of the base asphalt.

Abstract: A bio-oil formulation, useful as an asphalt binder substitute in pavement and roofing shingles, includes bio-oil and a polymer additive. The bio-oil binder can include an asphalt additive. The bio-oil binder can be emulsified with water and a surfactant for use as a weatherproofing sealant or as an adhesive. A method for making the bio-oil binder is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermoplastic film having improved tear and puncture resistance. The thermoplastic film has a plurality of embossed regions that are comprised of a plurality of parallel, linear embosses. The plurality of embossed regions is arranged so that a straight line cannot traverse the thermoplastic film without intersecting at least one of the plurality of embossed regions. Certain embodiments further disclose an unembossed arrangement having at least three distinct segments that extend in three distinct directions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a porphyrin photosensitive dye, having the chemical formula: Each of L1 and L2 is independently R1 is C5-20 linear/branched alkyl group. R2 is C0-20 linear/branched alkyl group. R4 is C1-20 linear/branched alkyl group. Each of R3 and R5 is independently C1-20 linear/branched alkyl group or C1-20 linear/branched alkoxy group. Y1 is C3-20 cycloalkyl group. Each of a and b is independently an integer of 0 to 5. D is Each of R6 to R11 is independently C1-10 alkyl group. X1 is N, O, S, or Se. Each of c, d, and e is independently an integer of 0 to 5. A is Each of Z1 and Z2 is independently hydrogen, alkali metal, or quaternary ammonium salt —N(R12)4. R12 is C1-10 alkyl group. X2 is N, O, S, or Se.

Abstract: Provided are anthraquinone azo dyes and dye mixtures which are distinguished by a very good build-up capacity and which also yield tinctorially strong dyeings or prints in a golden-yellow to orange shade having all around good properties, especially high temperature light fastness properties.

Abstract: Variations of this invention provide durable, impact-resistant structural coatings that have both dewetting and anti-icing properties. The coatings in some embodiments possess a self-similar structure that combines a low-cost matrix with two feature sizes that are tuned to affect the wetting of water and freezing of water on the surface. Dewetting and anti-icing performance is simultaneously achieved in a structural coating comprising multiple layers, wherein each layer includes (a) a continuous matrix; (b) discrete templates dispersed that promote surface roughness to inhibit wetting of water; and (c) nanoparticles that inhibit heterogeneous nucleation of water. These structural coatings utilize low-cost, lightweight, and environmentally benign materials that can be rapidly sprayed over large areas using convenient coating processes.

Abstract: The present invention is a tattoo stencil chemical composition comprising stearic acid, triethanolamine, a humectant to retain moisture on a user's skin, water and a preservative chemical composition that includes 56% propylene glycol, 30% diazolidinyl urea, 11% methylparaben and 3% propylparaben. The tattoo stencil chemical composition can also be sterilized by gamma rays or ethylene oxide and injected into a flexible wipe, one or more packets or a bulk hands free dispenser. The invention also includes a method for manufacturing a tattoo stencil chemical composition.

Abstract: A description is given of an electronically conductive enamel composition, more particularly for anti-corrosion coatings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of polyoxalates as binders for antifouling coating compositions and antifouling coating compositions comprising the polyoxalates.

Abstract: Compositions, applications, coatings, processes of making and applying compositions and compositions for preventing dust buildup on plastic and wood surfaces such as on ceiling fan blades, portable fan blades, stand fan blades, window blinds, appliances, furniture, cabinet knobs, and drawer pulls. The compositions and coating prevent dust buildup by (1) dissipating static charges on the blades and (2) creating a very smooth blade surface that prevents dust particles getting “captured”. The coating can have a clear matte finish and contains an anti-static and high lubricity additive to deter the accumulation of dust. After applying the coating the dry time of the coatings by thin coat gravure rollers is approximately four minutes. When applied the coating can result in up to approximately 50% less dust buildup over a one week period of time.

Abstract: The invention relates to coating compositions based on organic solvents and comprising at least one hydroxyl-containing compound (A), at least one crosslinking agent (B) having groups reactive toward hydroxyl groups, and at least one silica gel based matting agent (M), wherein (i) the matting agent (M) is surface-modified with one or more waxes, and (ii) the coating composition further comprises at least one hydrophobic silica based rheological assistant (R). The present invention further provides multistage coating methods using these coating compositions, and also the use of the coating compositions as clearcoat or application of the coating method for automotive OEM finishing, for the finishing of parts for installation in or on automobiles, and for automotive refinishing.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are resistive composites comprising at least one resin; at least one carbon black having a surface hydrophobically modified with at least one organic group, the at least one organic group having a molecular weight of the composite of 4000 or less and comprising the formula —X(G)-, wherein X is directly attached to the at least one carbon black and is selected from arylene, heteroarylene, and alkylene, G is a substituent of X, and —X(G)- is nonionic; and wherein the resistive composite has a volume resistivity, Rv, at a relative volume fraction, XCB, of the at least one carbon black in the coating, where Rv is at least 106 ohm-cm; and log Rv has a substantially linear relationship with XCB when XCB is varied from 0.1 to 0.5. Also disclosed are coatings made from such composites, such as coatings for rollers/belts for office automation machines, and methods of making such coatings.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a printing ink, in particular flexographic printing ink, or an overprint varnish, comprising a nitrated lignin as at least one binder component, to a process for preparing the same as well as to the use of a nitrated lignin as a binder component in a printing ink, in particular a flexographic printing ink, or an overprint varnish.

Abstract: A radical polymerizable composition includes a siloxane compound represented by a formula (HO)2(R)Si.O[—Si(R)(OH).O-]n-Si(R)(OH)2 in which R represents a methacryloyl group; and n represents 0 or 1; and a monomer having a viscosity lower than that of the siloxane compound. The composition is preferably cured with UV light from an LED.

Abstract: An ink composition for continuous deflected ink jet printing, which is liquid at ambient temperature, comprising: a solvent comprising, preferably consisting of, one or more organic solvent compound(s), and optionally water; a binder, comprising a saturated copolyester resin and a terpene-phenol resin; a compound having an ethylenically unsaturated double bond and a silicon chain; optionally, one or more dye(s) and/or pigment(s). A method for marking a substrate, support or object by spraying this ink composition on a surface of this substrate, support or object. A substrate, support or object, notably a polyolefin bottle or stopper, cap, for example made of polyethylene, provided with a marking obtained by drying, and/or absorption in the substrate, support or object, of this ink composition.

Abstract: An offset printing varnish, comprising a solvent, is provided. The solvent comprises at least one triglyceride with saturated monocarboxylic acid moieties, which solvent is preferably food safe.

Abstract: Provided is a photocurable ink composition for inkjet printing which is favorably cured with light from a light-emitting diode (LED), favorably adheres to a polyvinyl chloride sheet such as a tarpaulin and a vinyl chloride resin sheet, suppresses the occurrence of cockling, and has both safety and favorable ejection stability at room temperature when ejected from an inkjet head for low-viscosity ink, and a printed material. The present invention is a photocurable ink composition for inkjet printing containing photopolymerizable compounds and a photopolymerization initiator. The photopolymerizable compounds are vinyloxyethoxyethyl acrylate and benzyl acrylate, and contained in specific amounts. The photopolymerization initiator is a compound that expresses an initiator function when irradiated with light having a wavelength within the range of 450 to 300 nm. The photocurable ink composition has a flash point of 70° C. or higher and a viscosity at 25° C.

Abstract: An inkjet ink for improving printhead lifetimes includes: an aqueous-based ink vehicle; a colorant; an anti-kogation additive; and an anti-corrosion additive having at least one acetylenic group, the acetylenic group being absent any tertiary or quaternary ?-carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present disclosure sets forth a fluid set and a method of wet-on-wet printing. The fluid set can comprise an analog pretreatment fluid including water, latex, and a salt; and a first and second inkjet ink each comprising water, pigment, a solvent system, and a surfactant system. The analog pretreatment fluid can be prepared to have a surface tension from 32 dynes/cm to 40 dynes/cm. The first inkjet ink can have a surface tension ranging from 2 dynes/cm greater than the surface tension of the analog fixer fluid to 6 dynes/cm less than the surface tension of the analog fixer fluid. Likewise, the second inkjet ink can have a surface tension ranging from 2 dynes/cm greater than the surface tension of the analog fixer fluid to 6 dynes/cm less than the surface tension of the analog fixer fluid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing a carbon fiber that can be suitably used as a transparent conductive material for forming transparent flexible conductive films and the like, more particularly, to a method for producing a carbon fiber having an outermost surface composed of edges of graphenes, and to a carbon fiber produced by the production method. The production method comprises a step of pre-baking a fiber of an organic compound so as to contain remaining hydrogen, and a step of putting the pre-baked fiber of the organic compound in a closed vessel made of a heat resistant material and subjecting the pre-baked fiber together with the vessel to hot isostatic pressing treatment using a compressed gas atmosphere, wherein a maximum ultimate temperature in the hot isostatic pressing treatment is 1000 to 2000° C.

Abstract: A dressing suitable for tires and plastic automotive trim is an alkaline, aqueous emulsion, free from silicone oil, and contains a non-film forming acrylic polymer, an oxidized polyethylene wax, tributoxyethyl phosphate, hydrophilic carbon black, a non-ionic surfactant, and a biocide. The dressing, when applied to a tire or plastic automotive trim produces a lasting, luxurious luster.

Abstract: A coating composition having a measured solids content of at least 95% according to test method ASTM D2369 is disclosed. The composition includes a mixture of (a) a polymer prepared from one or more functional monomers comprising a (meth)acrylic monomer, an allyl monomer, or combinations thereof each having an ethylenically unsaturated double bond and an additional reactive functional group, and (b) a reactive diluent. At least some of the additional reactive functional group of the functional monomer remains unreacted during formation of the polymer. The reactive diluent has a boiling point of greater than 100° C. and a reactive functional group that reacts with the reactive functional group on the polymer at a temperature that is lower than the boiling point of the reactive diluent. Also disclosed are substrates having a cured coating thereon, the coating formed from the cured coating composition, and methods for providing sound and vibration damping.

Abstract: A method of preparing an aqueous dispersion of opacifying polymer particles containing inorganic pigment particles therein is disclosed. The method yields hollow polymer particles containing pigment particles therein using a non-RAFT emulsion polymerization process by free radical polymerization. The technique is much faster and simpler than known RAFT methods.

Abstract: A material for a surface modifying agent with which the problems of insufficient durability as abrasion and chemical resistances of surface modification effect in polyurethane surface modification by the prior surface modifying agent are resolved, and is immobilized in a matrix resin firmly and improved in durability. A reactive fluorine-containing highly branched polymer obtained by: polymerizing monomer A having in a molecule two or more radically polymerizable double bonds, monomer B having in a molecule a fluoroalkyl group and at least one radically polymerizable double bond, and monomer C having in a molecule an alcoholic hydroxy group and minimum, one radically polymerizable double bond, in presence of a polymerization initiator D in an amount of 5 % to 200 % by mole with respect to the number of moles of the monomer A; a curable composition containing the reactive fluorine-containing highly branched polymer; and a cured film obtained from the composition.

Abstract: Coating compositions for the preparation of superhydrophobic (SH) and/or oleophobic (OP) surfaces that employ low amounts of volatile organic compounds are described. Also described are the resulting coatings/coated surfaces and methods of their preparation. Such coatings/surfaces have a variety of uses, including their ability to prevent or resist water, dirt and/or ice from attaching to a surface.

Abstract: A coating composition including a hydrophobic first aliphatic polyisocyanate, a second aliphatic polyisocyanate including a hydrophilic portion, a polyester polyol, a hydrophilic polyol, and a fluorinated polyol compound is disclosed. A coated substrate including a topcoat including the composition is also disclosed. Methods of forming the topcoat on a substrate are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of multifunctional polycarbodiimides, which are used as crosslinking agents, in which the polycarbodiimide is prepared by reacting mono- and polyisocyanates in the presence of a mono- or polyisocyanate that contains one or multiple additional reactive functional groups and in the presence of a carbodiimide catalyst, and thereafter terminating or chain extending the polycarbodiimide chain. Between 0 and 10% of an organic solvent and/or between 0 and 30% of a plasticizer and/or between 0 and 30% of a surface active component is added to the product during, before or after the polycarbodiimide forming reaction and/or the capping reaction and/or the chain extending reaction. Further, the invention relates to a coating mixture in which the polycarbodiimide is used as crosslinking agent and to the cured material obtained with the coating mixture.

Abstract: A base film for a dicing sheet is provided which can suppress dicing debris from generating during the dicing of a cut object without imparting physical energy, such as electron beam or ? ray. The base film for a dicing sheet comprises a resin layer. The resin layer comprises: a ring-containing resin that is a thermoplastic resin having a monomer, as a constitutional unit, having at least one type of an aromatic ring and an aliphatic ring; and an acyclic olefin-based resin that is an olefin-based thermoplastic resin other than the ring-containing resin. The ring-containing resin in the resin layer has a content of more than 3.0 mass %. A dicing sheet is also provided which comprises: the base film for a dicing sheet; and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer placed on the base film.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a moisture-proof material having a polyurethane film substrate and an adhesive layer formed on at least one surface of the substrate, which material shows a tensile strength of not less than 7500 psi, and an elongation at break of not less than 550%.

Abstract: It has been discovered that amorphous polybutene copolymers that have a softening point of from about 70 to about 105° C. and viscosity of less than about 1,900 cP at 190° C. possesses desirable properties and may be used to make a low application temperature hot melt adhesive for disposable absorbent articles.

Abstract: Pressure sensitive adhesive (“PSA”) compositions comprising a polymer having at least one vinyl group and a Type I photoinitiator bound to the polymer. The polymer is derivatized with a derivatizing agent comprising a vinyl group. The PSA can be cured by exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cationically curable resin composition for assembling hard disk devices which comprises a resin having a cationically polymerizable functional group (a component A) and a cationic polymerization initiator (a component B), the component B being at least one selected from the group consisting of X+(SbF6)?(B1), X+(B(C6F5)4)?(B2) and X+((Rf)nPF6-n)?(B3) (in the formulae, X+ is iodonium or sulfonium, Rf is a fluorinated alkyl having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, and n is an integer of 1 to 6). The invention also provides a hard disk device manufacturing method using the composition, and a hard disk device assembled with the composition.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide for polyurethane-based sealants. The sealants include a reaction product of a reaction system which includes at least one isocyanate, and at least one polyester polyol. The polyester polyol includes a reaction product of a polyester reaction mixture which includes one or more hydrophobic monomers, one or more organic diacids or methyl esters thereof, and one or more diols.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an easy, scalable method, relying on conventional and unconventional techniques, to incorporate tilt in the fabrication of synthetic polymer-based dry adhesives mimicking the gecko adhesive system. These dry, reversible adhesives demonstrate anisotropic adhesion properties, providing strong adhesion and friction forces when actuated in the gripping direction and an initial repulsive normal force and negligible friction when actuated in the releasing direction.

Abstract: A curable silicone composition comprising: (A) (A1) an organopolysiloxane having at least two alkenyl groups in a molecule and free of silicon-bonded hydroxyl groups or silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms, or a mixture of said component (A1) and (A2) a branched chain organopolysiloxane represented by an average unit formula; (B) an organopolysiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in a molecule; (C) a diorganodialkoxysilane represented by a general formula; (D) a straight chain organosiloxane oligomer having at least one silicon-bonded hydroxyl group in a molecule and free of silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms; and (E) a hydrosilylation catalyst, can form a cured product which exhibits excellent initial adhesive properties and transparency and exhibits excellent adhesive durability and retention of transparency under conditions of high temperature and high humidity.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an antistatic film includes a preparation step of preparing a mixed liquid by mixing a polyvinyl alcohol with an aqueous conductive polymer dispersion in which a conductive composite containing a ?-conjugated conductive polymer and a polyanion is included in a water-based dispersion medium; a coating step of obtaining a coating film by coating at least one surface of a film base with the mixed liquid; and a drying and stretching step of drying and stretching the coating film with heating.