Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure are directed to a water-based aerosol composition, as well as related methods and resulting films. As may be implemented in accordance with one or more embodiments, a water-based aerosol composition includes a solvent including water, a liquid propellant, and a waterborne alkyd polymer material. The solvent, propellant and waterborne alkyd polymer operate together to propel the water-based aerosol composition onto a surface and cure the alkyd polymer on the surface, therein providing a coating on the surface that inhibits oxidation thereof.

Abstract: A solvent system is provided, which enables increased amount of exact color tone recipes even when using with currently known dispensing machines having a minimum dispensing limit of 0.01-0.02 ml of a color paste component. The system enables a capability of tinting paints in a tone-accurate manner even into aerosol paint cans of small filling volume. The system provides a capability of radically reducing the amount of various ready-to-use aerosol paints and aerosol base paints stocked by a storekeeper. The disclosure provides an aerosol paint for tinting, as well as a tinted aerosol paint which is suitable for use in a process of mechanized tinting, and by which a good paint coverage on a painted surface is achieved.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a method for preparing a cyclic carbonate functional polyester, said method comprising: reacting glycerine carbonate with an anhydride to form an Adduct (A); and, reacting said Adduct (A) with at least one polyepoxide compound to form said cyclic carbonate functional polyester (CC-PES). More particularly, the present application is directed to a method for preparing a cyclic carbonate functional polyester, said method comprising the stages: A) reacting glycerine carbonate with an anhydride to form an Adduct (A); B) providing a polycarboxylic acid; C) reacting said polycarboxylic acid with at least one diglycidyl ether to form an epoxy functional polyester; and, D) reacting said epoxy functional polyester with said Adduct (A) to form said cyclic carbonate functional polyester.

Abstract: This invention describes the manufacture of partially cured binder compositions based upon modification of drying oils with at least one multi-functional co-vulcanizing agent. The partially cured binder compositions can be blended with polymeric materials to prepare polymer blends. These polymer blends can be used to produce products such as cured solid layers. Methods of manufacturing the partially cured binder compositions and cured solid layers are described.

Abstract: The invention provides aqueous coating composition having freeze thaw stability, comprising: (a) at least one latex polymer derived from at least one monomer and at least one reactive surfactant of the formula R1O—(CH2CHR2O)x—(CH2CH2O)y—(CH2CHR3O)z—R4 where R1 is either alkyl, aryl, alkylaryl, or aralkylaryl of 8-30 carbon atoms, R2 is —CH2OCH2CH?CH2 (AGE); R3 is either H, CH3, or CH2CH3; R4 is H or —SO3M or —PO3M where M is H or K, Na, NH4, NR4, alkanolamine, or other cationic species and x=2-100; y=4-200 and z=0-50.

Abstract: This invention describes the manufacture of partially cured binder compositions based upon modification of drying oils with at least one multi-functional co-vulcanizing agent. The partially cured binder compositions can be used to produce products such as cured solid layers. These layers can be used in flooring materials, coatings, printing inks, and paints. Methods of manufacturing the partially cured binder compositions and cured solid layers are described.

Abstract: An aqueous alkyd resin coating composition, comprising (a) at least one alkyd resin as a dispersed phase; (b) an emulsifier based on styrenated phenols that have been converted into reactive surfactants by first reaction with one or more equivalents of an allyl glycidyl ether to provide pendant allyl groups and then oxyalkylated and (c) water. The invention also provides a method for preparing these aqueous alkyd resin coating compositions from solvent borne alkyd compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition comprising an oxidatively drying binder and an anti-skinning agent, the anti-skinning agent comprising: a) a diketone of formula (I) (b) an aldoxime or ketoxime of formula (II) wherein R1, R2, R3, R4 and n have the same meaning as that defined by the present application.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aqueous dispersion of a modified alkyd resin comprising water, an emulsifier S a copolymer P having moieties derived from one or more of esters M1 of an olefinically unsaturated carboxylic acid M11 having at least one olefinic unsaturation and at least one acid group per molecule, with a linear, branched or cyclic aliphatic hydroxy-functional compound M12 having at least one hydroxyl group per molecule, esters M2 of an olefinically unsaturated hydroxy functional compound M22 having at least one olefinic unsaturation and at least one hydroxyl group per molecule, with linear, branched or cyclic aliphatic carboxylic acid M21 having no olefinic unsaturation and at least one acid group per molecule, an olefinically unsaturated carboxylic acid M11 having at least one olefinic unsaturation and at least one acid group per molecule, an olefinically unsaturated hydroxy functional compound M22 having at least one olefinic unsaturation and at least one hydroxyl group per molecule, an olefinica

Abstract: A method of determining the beam position in an energy recovered linac (ERL). The method makes use of in phase and quadrature (I/Q) demodulation techniques to separate the pickup signal generated by the electromagnetic fields generated by the first and second pass beam in the energy recovered linac. The method includes using analog or digital based I/Q demodulation techniques in order to measure the relative amplitude of the signals from a position sensitive beam pickup such as a button, strip line or microstripline beam position monitor.

Abstract: UV-absorbing compounds are disclosed that are derived from at least: (a) a UV absorber having at least one hydroxyl group, primary amine group, or secondary amine group, (b) a coupling agent having anhydride functionality, and (c) a graft host comprising an unsaturated fatty acid. These compounds absorb, scatter, deflect, or scatter ultraviolet radiation in a variety of personal care and performance chemical applications. R? and R?? are alkyl or alkenyl groups that naturally occur in oil.

Abstract: A system for dispensing texture material in an orange peel pattern has an aerosol dispenser and a contained material. The aerosol dispenser is a container assembly, a valve assembly, and an outlet assembly. The contained material is texture material and propellant material. The texture material is approximately 24-34% water, 4.1-6.1% latex binder, 48-58% fillers, and 4.8-8.8% drier accelerant by weight. The contained material comprises approximately 10-15% by weight of the propellant material. The outlet assembly alters the cross-sectional of the outlet opening to correspond to a desired orange peel texture pattern. The valve assembly allows the propellant material to force at least a portion of the texture material out of the outlet opening in a spray pattern corresponding to the desired orange peel texture pattern. The drier accelerant promotes drying of the dispensed texture material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition, in particular a blocking agent composition, in particular for fixing blanks for ophthalmic and/or optical lenses, preferably plastics material-based ophthalmic spectacle glass blanks. The composition comprises a mixture containing (a) at least one polyol (polyalcohol) and (b) at least one organic polyester. In addition, the present invention relates to a method for producing a composite structure, which comprises a carrier having a blank fixed thereon, and the composite structure as such. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for producing spectacle glass, in particular plastics material-based spectacle glass, and the spectacle lenses that can be obtained therefrom. Finally, the present invention relates to the use of the composition according to the invention in the production of ophthalmic and optical lenses, and for fixing the blank to a carrier.

Abstract: An aqueous alkyd resin coating composition, comprising (a) at least one alkyd resin as a dispersed phase; (b) an emulsifier based on styrenated phenols that have been converted into reactive surfactants by first reaction with one or more equivalents of an allyl glycidyl ether to provide pendant allyl groups and then oxyalkylated and (c) water. The invention also provides a method for preparing these aqueous alkyd resin coating compositions from solvent borne alkyd compositions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to resins made from cashew nutshell liquid and vinyl hydrocarbons and processes for manufacturing the resins. These resins exhibit lower viscosity than the phenol-based homologs. They also exhibit good compatibility with a wide range of solvents, mineral and natural oils, epoxy curing agents, liquid epoxy resins, and polymers, which make them suitable additives as non-reactive diluents for solvent-free coating formulations; tackifiers for structural adhesive, pressure sensitive and hot-melt adhesives; stabilizers for lubricants, fuel and polymer formulations; plasticizers for thermoplastic polymers and processing aid for rubber compounding and stabilizers for respective rubber artifacts. These resins are also valuable precursors for the manufacture of epoxy resins and polyols for coating, adhesive and composite formulations exhibiting ameliorated performance in water repellency, anti-corrosion, and fast hardness development during cure.

Abstract: Thixotropic compositions and methods to produce thereof comprising ethylcellulose, triacylglycerol oil and non-ionic surfactant are provided. The ethylcellulose concentration is in the range of 1-15% and the surfactant to oil ratio is in the range of 40:60 to 60:40.

Abstract: The present invention provides reactive surfactants of the formula R1O—(CH2CHR2O)x—(CH2CH2O)y—(CH2CHR3O)z—R4 where R1 is either alkyl, aryl, alkylaryl, or aralkylaryl of 8-30 carbon atoms, R2 is —CH2OCH2CH?CH2 (AGE); R3 is either H, CH3, or CH2CH3; R4 is H or —SO3M or —PO3M where M is H or K, Na, NH4, NR4, alkanolamine, or other cationic species and x=2-100; y=4-200 and z=0-50.

Abstract: Oil compositions having a high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids are described for use in various applications including use as drying oils, in ink compositions and coating compositions. Oil compositions wherein the double bonds of the fatty acids are substantially epoxidized are described and used as plasticizers and thermal stabilizers for various halogenated polymer compositions.

Abstract: Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a composition useful as an additive to a printing ink. In one embodiment a composition is used that includes a biologically derived base material formed from one or more saturated or unsaturated straight or branched chain triglycerides or combinations thereof, wherein the triglycerides are partially to fully hydrogenated and have a viscosity between about 50 and about 200,000 centipoise at temperatures about 72 degrees Fahrenheit. In another embodiment, the composition further includes a finely divided additive selected from the group consisting of polytetrafluoroethylene or hydrogenated triglycerides in an intimate admixture with the base material. Other aspects relate to a method of making an ink additive and method for printing paper stock by letter press or lithography.

Abstract: A moisture-curable, silane-modified oil is disclosed. The silane-modified oil includes an unsaturated oil having at least one unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon chain per molecule of the unsaturated oil, and at least one hydrolysable silyl group grafted to the unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon chain. The silane-modified oil has a degree of unsaturation that is substantially similar that of the unsaturated oil. A process for forming the moisture-curable, silane-modified oil according to the disclosure includes reacting the unsaturated oil with an unsaturated hydrolysable silane in the presence of a free radical initiator. Also disclosed is a cured silane-modified oil which includes the reaction product of the silane-modified oil and water. Compositions according to the disclosure have relatively low viscosities (facilitating their application to a substrate) and have relatively high levels of silane grafting (resulting in non-leaching cured compositions with a high gel content).

Abstract: Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preventing skinning of a coating composition comprising adding an anti-skinning agents containing mixtures of organic compounds (combinations of additives), whereby the organic compounds are selected from the groups of organic hydroxylamines, and ?-dicarbonyl compounds and/or selected derivatives of formic acid to the coating composition.

Abstract: A novel water-scavenging agent of the present invention comprising a compound of formula (I) as a primary component can be dissolved in a polar solvent and coated by a screen printing method, and the inventive organic EL device comprising same can maintain stable luminescent characteristics for a prolonged time: wherein, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are each independently hydrogen; halogen; alkyl, aryl, cycloalkyl or hetero-ring, optionally substituted with at least one halogen atom, and M is a metal having a coordination number of 6.

Abstract: Waxes prepared from hydrogenated plant oils, such as palm and soybean, are used to render cellulosic materials resistant to water. Unlike cellulosic materials rendered water resistant with waxes obtained using petroleum-derived or synthetic waxes, the water resistant cellulosic materials prepared using this composition are recyclable using conventional paper recycling methods; the composition is dispersible in warm water solutions. Such water resistant materials are characterized by enhanced moisture barrier properties. The compositions have a low iodine value (between 2-5), and melting points between approximately 120-165 degrees F. (Mettler Drop Point). The wax comprises a triglyceride whose fatty acids are predominantly stearic acid (C18). The composition is used as an additive in the manufacture of wax coated boxes and adhesive compounds used in boxboard packaging and manufacturing operations.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing an interior fitment for motor vehicles, the interior fitment having on its facing side a wood molding which is provided with a coating. In order to impart a substantially natural impression to the interior fitment, the invention proposes applying to the wood molding a coating material based on vegetable-oil-modified resins and natural vegetable oils, with the addition to the coating material of ceramic microparticles. Likewise proposed is an interior fitment produced preferably by this method.

Abstract: An improved self-cleaning polish is obtained by adding a wax to an oil either pre-heated, or then subsequently heated, with stirring. Subsequently, and optionally, water and/or an acetic acid source, preferably vinegar, is added, either before or after partly or completely cooling the heated wax/oil mixture. Special-purpose additives may be added, such as salts, abrasives, suspending aids, preservatives, emulsifiers, colorants, fragrances, etc. However, no solvent other than the oil is necessary, a decided improvement over existing technology.

Abstract: Coating compositions containing an oxidized oil and an effective amount of a diluent selected from one of: the group of methyl and ethyl esters of fatty acids, oils and combinations thereof; the group of glycerol and polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, oils, and combinations thereof; and light petroleum oil with a viscosity from about 1 cP to about 100 cP at 100° F., wherein the coating composition has a viscosity of from about 3 cP to about 5000 cP at 140° F., and wherein the coating composition is effective for reducing dust formation and cake formation in the coated free-flowing dry material. The coating compositions and associated methods of the present invention are particularly suited to reduce dust formation and cake formation in free-flowing dry materials.

Abstract: The invention relates to anti-skinning agents containing mixtures of organic compounds (combinations of additives), whereby the organic compounds are selected from the groups of organic hydroxylamines, and &bgr;-dicarbonyl compounds and/or selected derivatives of formic acid and also relates to compositions containing them, especially oxidatively drying paints or coating compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to paper sizing compositions comprised of at least one sizing agent selected from ASA, AKD and rosin where the at least one sizing agent is emulsified in water, at least one emulsion stabilizer, and from about 0.01% to about 15% by weight of at least one hydrophobic substance, based on the total weight of sizing agent present, provided that the hydrophobic substance is not highly alkoxylated. The sizing promotion efficiency of the paper sizing compositions, as determined by at least one method selected from the Cytec size testing method, the Hercules size testing method, and the Cobb size testing method, is greater than or equal to about 4. Exemplary hydrophobic substances include fatty acid esters, triglycerides, hydrocarbons, esters and/or amides derived from ASA, silicone oils, alcohols, and stearic anhydride. The invention also relates to methods for sizing paper products with these paper sizing compositions and paper or paperboard treated with these sizing compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to paper sizing compositions comprised of at least one sizing agent selected from ASA, AKD and rosin where the at least one sizing agent is emulsified in water, at least one emulsion stabilizer, and from about 0.01% to about 15% by weight of at least one hydrophobic substance, based on the total weight of sizing agent present, provided that the hydrophobic substance is not highly alkoxylated. The sizing promotion efficiency of the paper sizing compositions, as determined by at least one method selected from the Cytec size testing method, the Hercules size testing method, and the Cobb size testing method, is greater than or equal to about 4. Exemplary hydrophobic substances include fatty acid esters, triglycerides, hydrocarbons, esters and/or amides derived from ASA, silicone oils, alcohols, and stearic anhydride. The invention also relates to methods for sizing paper products with these paper sizing compositions and paper or paperboard treated with these sizing compositions.

Abstract: Waxes prepared from hydrogenated plant oils, such as palm and soybean, are used to render cellulosic materials resistant to water. Unlike cellulosic materials rendered water resistant with waxes obtained using petroleum-derived or synthetic waxes, the water resistant cellulosic materials prepared using this composition are recyclable using conventional paper recycling methods; the composition is dispersible in warm water solutions. Such water resistant materials are characterized by enhanced moisture barrier properties. The compositions have a low iodine value (between 2-5), and melting points between approximately 120-165 degrees F. (Mettler Drop Point). The wax comprises a triglyceride whose fatty acids are predominantly stearic acid (C18).. The composition is used as an additive in the manufacture of wax coated boxes and adhesive compounds used in boxboard packaging and manufacturing operations.

Abstract: A method of preventing re-swelling of a compressed wooden blank, includes the steps of: a) providing a blank of compressed wood; b) exposing the blank to a reduced gas pressure of at most 0.5 atm; c) submerging the blank in a volume-stabilising composition containing a hydrophobic base component and an additive which is compatible with the hydrophobic base component and which includes one or more hydrophilic groups chosen from carboxyl-, hydroxy- and amino groups; d) exposing the blank to a higher pressure than in step b) over a predetermined period of time while keeping the blank submerged in the volume-stabilising composition; and e) removing the blank from the composition. Steps b) and step c) are carried out simultaneously.

Abstract: An organic EL device is disclosed in which is placed a transparent water-capturing film comprising an easy-to-use organometallic compound illustrated by the chemical formula (1): 1

Abstract: This invention relates to paper sizing compositions comprised of at least one sizing agent selected from ASA, AKD and rosin where the at least one sizing agent is emulsified in water, at least one emulsion stabilizer, and from about 0.01% to about 15% by weight of at least one hydrophobic substance, based on the total weight of sizing agent present, provided that the hydrophobic substance is not highly alkoxylated. The sizing promotion efficiency of the paper sizing compositions, as determined by at least one method selected from the Cytec size testing method, the Hercules size testing method, and the Cobb size testing method, is greater than or equal to about 4. Exemplary hydrophobic substances include fatty acid esters, triglycerides, hydrocarbons, esters and/or amides derived from ASA, silicone oils, alcohols, and stearic anhydride. The invention also relates to methods for sizing paper products with these paper sizing compositions and paper or paperboard treated with these sizing compositions.

Abstract: Coating compositions containing an oxidized oil and an effective amount of a diluent selected from one of: the group of methyl and ethyl esters of fatty acids, oils and combinations thereof; the group of glycerol and polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, oils, and combinations thereof; and light petroleum oil with a viscosity from about 1 cP to about 100 cP at 100° F., wherein the coating composition has a viscosity of from about 3 cP to about 5000 cP at 140° F., and wherein the coating composition is effective for reducing dust formation and cake formation in the coated free-flowing dry material.. The coating compositions and associated methods of the present invention are particularly suited to reduce dust formation and cake formation in free-flowing dry materials.

Abstract: Novel compounds derived from traditional semi-drying and non-drying oils featuring internally plasticizing and crosslinkable properties are disclosed and claimed. Preferred embodiments include acrylate or methacrylate esters of hydroxy long-chain olefinic compounds derived from castor oil or lesquerella oil. A process for the preparation of the novel compounds is also disclosed, which involves esterification reaction of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acids or its derivatives with substituted hydroxy long-chain olefinic compounds. These compounds are suitable for forming latices, which form films at low minimum film forming temperatures (MFT) ranging from −5 to 10° C. and cure to above ambient glass transition (Tg) polymers without the use of traditional organic cosolvents which contribute to environmental pollution via volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emissions. These latices are therefore useful in waterborne coatings, contact and pressure sensitive adhesives, and inks.

Abstract: Novel compounds derived from traditional semi- drying and non-drying oils featuring internally plasticizing and crosslinkable properties are disclosed and claimed. Preferred embodiments include acrylate or methacrylate esters of hydroxy long-chain olefinic compounds derived from castor oil or lesquerella oil. A process for the preparation of the novel compounds is also disclosed, which involves esterification reaction of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acids or its derivatives with substituted hydroxy long-chain olefinic compounds. These compounds are suitable for forming latices, which form films at low minimum film forming temperatures (MFT) ranging from −5 to 10° C. and cure to above ambient glass transition (Tg) polymers without the use of traditional organic cosolvents which contribute to environmental pollution via volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emissions. These latices are therefore useful in waterborne coatings, contact and pressure sensitive adhesives, and inks.

Abstract: Novel compounds derived from traditional semi-drying and non-drying oils featuring internally plasticizing and crosslinkable properties are disclosed and claimed. Preferred embodiments include acrylate or methacrylate esters of hydroxy long-chain olefinic compounds derived from castor oil or lesquerella oil. A process for the preparation of the novel compounds is also disclosed, which involves esterification reaction of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acids or its derivatives with substituted hydroxy long-chain olefinic compounds. These compounds are suitable for forming latices, which form films at low minimum film forming temperatures (MFT) ranging from −5 to 10° C. and cure to above ambient glass transition (Tg) polymers without the use of traditional organic cosolvents which contribute to environmental pollution via volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emissions. These latices are therefore useful in waterborne coatings, contact and pressure sensitive adhesives, and inks.

Abstract: A painting medium for artists is provided and is an essentially homogeneous admixture of raw drying oil and polymerized drying oil produced by mixing together in a heated state. A thinned version of this medium is provide by mixing an essential oil or alcohol solvent with the essentially homogeneous mixture of raw and polymerized drying oil. The essentially homoge-neous mixture of raw and polymerized drying oil is combined with an essential oil or solvent based varnish to produce an artist medium with improved drying properties permitting successive coats of the medium at be applied in relatively short periods of time without the coats or layers bleeding into one another.

Abstract: A concrete hardening and dust prevention solution that can be applied at low temperatures to harden and air-dry concrete surfaces. The low temperature concrete hardening and dust prevention solution comprises about 75% by weight of dimethyl glutarate, about 24.75% by weight of tung oil, and about 0.25% by weight of dimethyl phtalate. The low temperature concrete hardening and dust prevention solution may be applied at temperatures ranging from -35 degrees Fahrenheit to +42 degrees Fahrenheit.

Abstract: A biodegradable molded article produced by molding under pressure a residue remaining after taking out essential portions of effective elements in foods, and/or in materials thereof, such as lees of Sake, squeezed and strained lees of fruits, etc. This enables the residues to be effectively re-utilized by producing therefrom molded articles which can be used in a variety of fields. As being biodegradable, the molded article also permits an easy disposal without creating the environmental problem.

Abstract: The present invention relates to lubricous coating compositions comprising as active material natural or synthetic jojoba oil which is optionally partially or completely hydrogenated and/or isomerized, and a solvent or a dispersing system (an organic liquid in which the jojoba oil is immiscible and dispersing agent(s)). The solvent is water or any organic liquid or a mixture of organic liquids that are capable to dissolve molecularly, at least partly, the jojoba oil. The dispersing system comprises jojoba oil immiscible organic liquid(s) together with dispersing agent(s) that enable homogeneous dispersion of the jojoba oil in it. The composition is preferably used for coating a substrate which is selected among polymers or plastics or naturally occurring macromolecules with high hydrophobicity or with low or medium surface energy.

Abstract: A conditioning fluid comprises between one and three parts by volume of silicone fluid and between two and six parts by volume of vegetable oil in a solvent comprising D-limonene and white spirit.

Abstract: A exterior hull coating with drag reducing qualities for use on waterborne vehicles. The coating comprises a water-soluble polymer of high molecular weight in a vehicle, and a diluent, and contains a swelling deferent agent, driers, and pigments. The coating may be applied by the well-known techniques of brush painting rolling, and spraying. The coating ablates in a timed-release fashion into the fluid boundary layer adjacent to the vehicle skin to reduce drag by the reduction of turbulence and the promotion of laminar flow in the boundary layer.

Abstract: Formulations containing certain unsaturated drying oils, e.g., linseed oil, are rendered flame retardant by dissolving in them certain halogenated compounds which are solids at room temperature and soluble in linseed oil or other suitable solvents which can be added to the linseed oil formulations with phosphate-containing compounds added to enhance flame retardance. The resulting flame retardant system is achieved without adversely affecting the finish, coloration, transparency, or appearance of the formulation, its resistance to light or heat, or its durability.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions of one or more glycerol monoesters of fatty acid; one or more fatty acid esters of polyoxyethylenated glycerol, hexitan, hexitol, or isohexide; one or more polymeric glycerol esters of fatty acid; and edible oil; which are dilutable with water to form a release agent useful in, e.g., baking operations.

Abstract: A biodegradable molded article produced by molding under pressure a residue remaining after taking out essential portions of effective elements in foods, and/or in materials thereof, such as lees of Sake, squeezed and strained lees of fruits, etc. This enables the residues to be effectively re-utilized by producing therefrom molded articles which can be used in a variety of fields. As being biodegradable, the molded article also permits an easy disposal without creating an environmental problem.

Abstract: This invention provides a water-reducible oil paint, capable of maintaining a stable suspension of coloring pigment during storage, and having the mechanical, coloring and drying properties of a traditional oil paint and methods for making same. The oil paint comprises a pigment, a base gel composition and an emulsifier-amine soap composition; the base gel composition comprises a traditional drying or semi-drying oil or oil acid, a nonionic or mixed nonionic-anionic emulsifier, having an HLB value in the range of from about 8 to about 18, and a thixotropic gel stabilizer; the emulsifier-amine soap compositon comprises at least one amine soap of an acid, selected from mono- and di-unsaturated drying oil acids, and a nonionic or mixed nonionic-anionic emulsifier. In another embodiment of the invention, the oil paint comprises at least one pigment, a complementary stabilizer, an emulsifier, a polymeric dispersant, a traditional stabilizer, optionally a wetting agent, and a drying oil.

Abstract: An alkyd composition which is one of an aqueous emulsion or an aqueous microemulsion and which is autoxidatively drying, including an alkyd which is autoxidatively-drying; and an emulsifier which at least partly consists of an alkoxylate of monoalkanolamide of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein R is a polyunsaturated alkyl group having 7-23 carbon atoms, X is an alkyleneoxy group derived from an alkylene oxide having 2-3 carbon atoms, m is 2-4, and n is 2-30.