Abstract: A stabilizer system for the suppression of yellowing in styrenic polymers, consisting essentially of a benzotriazole such as 2-(2'-hydroxy-3',5'-di-tert-amylphenyl)benzotriazole, a hydroxybenzocyanurate such as tris-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)isocyanurate and a hindered amine light stabilizer selected from the group consisting of (i) bis (2,2,6,6,-tetramethyl-4-piperidinyl) sebacate; and (ii) bis-(1,2,2,6,6-pentamethyl-4-piperdinyl) ester of (3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)-butyl malonate. Additionally a dialkyl thiodipropionate and a zinc dialkyldithiocarbamate may be included in the stabilizer system.

Abstract: 4,4'-disubstituted bis-(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)carbodiimides of the formula (I) ##STR1## where R is 1-methyl-1-phenylethyl, phenoxy or tert-butyl, a process for their preparation, their use as stabilizers against hydrolytic degradation of polyaddition and polycondensation products containing ester groups, and the novel 4-(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl)-2,6-diisopropyl-, 4-phenoxy-2,6-diisopropyl- and 4-tert-butyl-2,6-diisopropylphenyl isocyanates which can be used for their preparation.

Abstract: The invention relates to polyethers of the formula I ##STR1## in which m is 0 or 1; n is an integer in the range from 3 to 100; R.sup.1, in the case where m is 0 or 1, is C.sub.1 -C.sub.36 alkyl or C.sub.7 -C.sub.36 aralkyl, each of which is unsubstituted or substituted by C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 cycloalkyl, is interrupted in the aliphatic part by C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 cycloalkylene or by oxygen or sulfur or --NR.sup.11 -- or is substituted in the aromatic part by 1 to 3 C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and/or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy radicals; C.sub.3 -C.sub.36 alkenyl; C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkyl which is unsubstituted or substituted by 1 to 4 C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and/or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy radicals; C.sub.6 -C.sub.10 aryl which is unsubstituted or substituted by 1 to 4 C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and/or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy radicals; and R.sup.1, in the case where m is 0, can alternatively be hydrogen; C.sub.1 -C.sub.36 alkoxy or C.sub.7 -C.sub.36 aralkoxy, each of which is unsubstituted or substituted by C.sub.5 -C.sub.

Abstract: A method of producing an antioxidant containing derivatives of an organic compound, and in particular, an antioxidant glyceride derivative, comprises reacting a first compound with a second medium. By this reaction, a product is formed whereby an active component of the first compound, e.g., an antioxidant moiety, is covalently incorporated into the second medium.The second medium comprises glyceride derivatives, silicones, fluorocarbons and alkoxylates containing reactive groups such as hydroxy, amino, carboxyl, ester, or amides.

Abstract: The invention relates to dimeric 2-(2'-hydroxyphenyl)benzotriazoles of the formula I ##STR1## in which p is 0 or 1;A is C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alkylene;R.sub.1 and R'.sub.1, independently of one another, are hydrogen, halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxy or --CN;R.sub.2 and R'.sub.2, independently of one another, are hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl or together are C.sub.2 -C.sub.12 alkylene or C.sub.2 -C.sub.12 hydroxyalkylene; andR.sub.3 and R'.sub.3, independently of one another, are hydrogen, halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxy.The compounds of formula I are highly suitable for the stabilization of organic material against the harmful effects of heat, oxygen and light, in particular UV radiation.

Abstract: A method of improving the light fastness of textile materials using an aqueous dispersion of a compound of formula I, ##STR1## having a first (A) and a second (B) benzoxazine-4-one ring joined by a phenylene bridging member; a variable bond between the first benzoxazine-4-one ring (A) and the phenylene bridging member, said variable bond being meta- or para- to the bond between the second benzoxazine-4-one ring (B) and the bridging member; wherein each R.sub.1 is independently hydrogen, halogen, nitro, C.sub.1-2 alkyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxy, carboxy, sulfonic acid, C.sub.1-3 alkylcarbonyl, benzoyl or C.sub.1-4 alkoxycarbonyl and; R.sub.2 is hydrogen, chlorine, bromine, methyl, C.sub.1-2 alkoxy, phenyl, hydroxy, nitro, carboxy or sulfonic acid.

Abstract: A high yield method for the preparation of C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl, C.sub.8 -C.sub.16 alkyl quaternary ammonium hydroxide is provided whereby two reactants, a corresponding quaternary ammonium chloride and a metal hydroxide, are reacted in a solvent comprising a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 normal alcohol. The amount of metal hydroxide reactant is that amount sufficient to yield the quaternary ammonium hydroxide and a metal chloride.Also provided are wood preservative systems which include (a) a biocidal effective amount of at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium hydroxide and (b) a solvent, as well as a method for preserving a wood substrate whereby the substrate is treated with the preservative system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to non-surface staining, light stable antioxidant compounds which reduce the fading, decoloration and degradation of various surfaces, ie., fabrics, from sunlight. These antioxidant compounds are butylated hydroxytoluene and sorbic acid derivatives, containing at least one C.sub.8 -C.sub.22 hydrocarbon fatty amine organic moiety and are either solid materials having a melting point of less than about 80.degree. Celsius, or are liquids at a temperature of less than about 40.degree. Celsius.

Abstract: A wood processing composition comprising a dimensional stabilizer which penetrates wood and restrains its swelling and shrinkage to prevent cracking and to give it dimensional stability, and a hardening filler composed of synthetic resins which hardens after penetrating wood to prevent the dimensional stabilizer from flowing away from said wood, fills the cavity of the wood to restrain its shrinkage, and protects the wood against decay and damage by termites. It preferably further contains a flame retardant consisting of at least one of a phosphoric acid compound and dicyandiamide, and a water-soluble flame-retardant solution containing urea and a 37% aqueous solution of formaldehyde by weight. Wood is impregnated with the composition by appropriate means and, after drying, it may be impregnated with a surface reinforcing synthetic resin. The wood as processed is free of any unnatural color, is harmless, and retains a durable surface which is characteristic of wood.

Abstract: 4,4'-disubstituted bis-2,6-diisopropylphenyl)carbodiimides of the formula (I) ##STR1## where R is 1-methyl-1-phenylethyl, phenoxy or tert-butyl, a process for their preparation, their use as stabilizers against hydrolytic degradation of polyaddition and polycondensation products containing ester groups, and the novel 4-(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl)-2,6-diisopropyl-, 4-phenoxy-2,6-diisopropyl- and 4-tert-butyl-2,6-diisopropylphenyl isocyanates which can be used for their preparation.

Abstract: Quaternary ammonium carbonates having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group have been synthesized.These compounds and compositions further comprising the corresponding quaternary ammonium bicarbonate ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 is the same or a different C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is the same or a different C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group and/or the corresponding quaternary ammonium metal carbonate ##STR3## wherein R.sup.1 is the same or a different C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group; R.sup.2 is the same or a different C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group and M is a non-coupler metal, are prepared by reacting two reactants, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl, C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl quaternary ammonium chloride and a metal hydroxide, in a solvent comprising a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 normal alcohol.

Abstract: A melamine cyanurate powder composed of readily dispersible aggregated primary particles of melamine cyanurate surface-treated with a metal oxide.

Abstract: A hindered piperidine compound represented by the formula of ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is a 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidyl group of which the N-position is substituted or not, a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl group which may contain a cyclic portion, or a C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 arylalkyl group, R.sup.2 is a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl group which may contain a cyclic portion, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyloxy group which may contain a cyclic portion, or a hydroxyl group, and n is an integer of 2 to 8, effectively stabilizes organic materials having a property to deteriorate by the action of light. A method for producing the compound represented by the above formula is also disclosed.

Abstract: An N-acylamino acid compound represented by the general formula (1):R--CO--(NH--X--CO).sub.n --OR.sup.1 (1)wherein (NH--X--CO) is an amino acid residue, X in (NX--X--CO) is variable with the kind of amino acid to be used, R--CO is a saturated or an unsaturated fatty acid residue having 6 to 24 carbon atoms, R.sup.1 is hydrogen atom, sodium atom, potassium atom, or methyl group and n is an integer in the range of from 1 to 3, indicating that at least one histidine is contained as a component amino acid is disclosed, which is obtained by causing an N-hydroxysuccinimide ester to react with an amino acid or a peptide.The compound excels in antioxidizing power, emulsifying power, antibacterial power, chelating power, infrared absorbing power, and humidity-retaining power.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel piperidine compounds of the formula (I) V5 V pV ##STR1## in which R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are as defined in the text. The compounds of the invention can be used as fight stabilizers, heat stabilizers and oxidation stabilizers for organic materials, in particular synthetic polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to new quinolone- and naphthyridonecarboxylic acid derivatives which have hydrogen in the 6-position, to processes for their preparation, and to antibacterial compositions and feed additives containing them.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel piperidine compounds of the formula (I) and to their use as light stabilizers, heat stabilizers and oxidation stabilizers for organic materials.The definitions of R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are given in the text.

Abstract: 2-(Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-alkyl-6-(2-hydroxy-3-benzoyl-6-alkoxybenzyl)phenols are prepared by reacting a Mannich base of a 2-(2-hydroxy-5-alkylphenyl)-2H-benzotriazole with a 2-hydroxy-4-alkoxybenzophenone. The hybrid products exhibit outstanding efficacy in protecting organic substrates from light-induced deterioration as well as good resistance to loss by volatilization or exudation during the processing of stabilized compositions at elevated temperatures.

Abstract: Quaternary ammonium carbonates having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group have been synthesized.These compounds and compositions further comprising the corresponding quaternary ammonium bicarbonate ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 is the same or a different C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is the same or a different C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group and/or the corresponding quaternary ammonium metal carbonate ##STR3## wherein R.sup.1 is the same or a different C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group; R.sup.2 is the same or a different C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group and M is a non-coupler metal, are prepared by reacting two reactants, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl, C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl quaternary ammonium chloride and a metal hydroxide, in a solvent comprising a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 normal alcohol.

Abstract: Tertiary amides have been developed which have low volatility and good thermal stability and which are effective in stabilizing organic materials that are normally susceptible to oxidative deterioration. The novel antioxidants are tertiary amides corresponding to the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is a mono-, di-, or trivalent aromatic or saturated aliphatic hydrocarbon group containing 1-20 carbons; n is an integer of 1-3 which is equal to the valence of R; R' is phenyl, benzyl, or C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl; m is an integer of 1-3; R" is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylene group; Z and Z' are independently selected from hydrogen and alkyl; and Q is carbonyl or sulfonyl.

Abstract: Novel oligomeric compounds of formula I ##STR1## wherein L is a group of formula ##STR2## wherein the oxygen atom in the group L is attached to the phosphorus atom in the structural repeating unit, and R.sub.5 or the carbon atom in 4-position of the piperidinyl ring in the group L is attached to the oxygen atom in the structural repeating unit, and the remaining symbols are as defined in claim 1, are disclosed as stabilizers for protecting organic material against oxidative, thermal or light-induced degradation.

Abstract: A hindered piperidine compound represented by the formula of ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is a 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidyl group of which the N-position is substituted or not, a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl group which may contain a cyclic portion, or a C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 arylalkyl group, R.sup.2 is a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl group which may contain a cyclic portion, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyloxy group which may contain a cyclic portion, or a hydroxyl group, and n is an integer of 2 to 8, effectively stabilizes organic materials having a property to deteriorate by the action of light. A method for producing the compound represented by the above formula is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of producing an antioxidant containing compound, and in particular, an antioxidant glyceride derivative, comprises reacting a first compound with a second medium. By this reaction, a product is formed whereby an active component of the first compound, e.g., the antioxidant, is covalently incorporated into the second medium.The second medium comprises glyceride derivatives, silicones, fluorocarbons and alkoxylates containing reactive groups such as hydroxy, amino, carboxyl, ester, or amides.

Abstract: Reaction products of polyalkenylsuccinic anhydrides with a prereacted product of polyamine and a cyclic carbonate are used as effective antifoulants in liquid hydrocarbonaceous mediums, such as crude oils, during processing of such liquids at elevated temperatures.

Abstract: An oxygen scavenging composition of a carrier, such as a polymer, which is permeable to both oxygen and water or water vapor and an oxygen scavenging compound of an organic compound or salt thereof dispersed relatively uniformly throughout the polymer in an amount effective to act as an oxygen scavenger. The oxygen scavenging compound is a salicylic acid chelate or complex of a transition metal or a salt thereof. The oxygen scavenging composition is activated for scavenging oxygen by contact with water or water vapor which permeates into or through the carrier. A reducing agent of an ascorbate compound may be added to enhance the performance of the salicylic acid chelate or complex. The oxygen scavenging compound may be added to the composition in a dry state, and is inactive until activated for oxygen scavenging by contact with water or water vapor.

Abstract: 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-4,6-diphenyl- and -4,6-di-p-tolyl-1,3,5-triazines are particularly suitable stabilisers, especially against light-induced degradation, for coating materials. They are superior in this respect to the corresponding 4,6-bis(2,4-dimethylphenyl) derivatives.

Abstract: Compositions of (a) a salt of a metal and a carboxylic acid having at least 6 carbon atoms and (b) at least one salt of a metal other than the metal of (a) and a carboxylic acid having at least 6 carbon atoms in a fluid medium are stabilized towards storage decomposition and precipitation by incorporating in the composition (c) a complexing agent such as a ketoxime.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for producing an ultra-white N,N'-ethylene-bis(tetrabromophthalimide) product useful as a flame retardant. Also disclosed is a flame retardant composition predominantly comprised of N,N'-ethylene-bis(tetrabromophthalimide) and having a yellowness index of about 4 or less.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel tetramethylpiperidine compounds of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is e.g. hydrogen or methyl, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are e.g. --(CH.sub.2).sub.2 --, R.sub.4 is e.g. --CO--, --COCO-- or --COCH.sub.2 CO--, n is e.g. 1 and R.sub.5 is e.g. hydrogen or allyl.These compounds are suitable for use as light stabilizers, heat stabilizers and oxidation stabilizers for organic materials.

Abstract: The invention relates to the high temperature stabilization of polyol heat transfer fluids by the use of N-phenyl-p-phenylenediamines.

Abstract: 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-4,6-diphenyl- and -4,6-di-p-tolyl-1,3,5-triazines are particularly suitable stabilizers, especially against light-induced degradation, for coating materials. They are superior in this respect to the corresponding 4,6-bis(2,4 -dimethylphenyl) derivatives.

Abstract: A composition of an N,N-dialkylaminoalkyl(meth)acrylamide of the following formula (II), which has an improved storageability and which contains an N,N-dialkylhydroxylamine of the following formula (I) in an amount of from 10 to 10,000 ppm: ##STR1## where R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 each independently represent an alkyl group having ##STR2## where R.sub.3 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 each independently represent an alkyl group having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms; andn represents an integer of from 2 to 4.

Abstract: A process for producing granules of a 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-containing light stabilizer, which comprises mixing a 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-containing light stabilizer having a melting point of not less than 60.degree. C. with a lubricant selected from the group consisting of water and an aqueous solution of an alcohol having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, and granulating the resultant mixture while pressure is applied thereto. The granular light stabilizer product has low dusting property and excellent free-flowing property.

Abstract: An improved process for inhibiting the formation and deposition of polymer-based fouling materials after caustic scrubbing of hydrocarbon streams contaminated with oxygenated compounds with a basic washing solution having a pH>7 comprising adding to the hydrocarbon stream after caustic scrubbing a sufficient amount for inhibiting formation and deposition of polymer-based fouling materials of a composition comprising at least one hydrazide compound characterized by the formula ##STR1## where R is selected from the group consisting of H, NHNH.sub.

Abstract: The use of an aminovinyl-substituted heterocyclic compound of the general formula I ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 denotes hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkoxy, or halogen, and, if more than one radical R.sup.1 are present, these may be the same or different,R.sup.2 denotes cyano or C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkoxycarbonyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkoxycarbonyl,R.sup.3 denotes hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkoxy, halogen, cyano, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkoxycarbonyl, or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkoxycarbonyl, and, if more than one radical R.sup.3 are present, these may be the same or different,X denotes NH, O or S,m is equal to 1 or 2, andn is an integer from 1 to 5,as a stabilizer for organic materials.

Abstract: A process for stabilizing an ethylenically unsaturated monomer or oligomer from premature polymerization is disclosed whereby a stabilizing amount of an amine, preferably a substituted hindered amine, in combination with phenothiazine or other related heterocyclic moiety is added to said polymerizable monomer or oligomer. The ethylenically unsaturated monomer or oligomer encompass vinyl monomers or oligomers bearing at least one polymerizable moiety. The combination of substituted hindered amine plus phenothiazine inhibits premature polymerization in the liquid and/or vapor phase.

Abstract: Compositions comprising an organic material liable to thermal, oxidative and/or actinic degradation and at least one compound of the formula (I) ##STR1## are described in which R is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxy, halogen, nitro, phenyl-C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.2 -C.sub.18 alkanoyl, benzoyl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl)benzoyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.18 alkenoyl, --N(R.sub.7)(R.sub.7a), --OH or --CO-A, R.sub.1 has the same possibilities of meaning as R, R.sub.2 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and R.sub.3 is hydrogen or halogen, A is hydroxyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxy, C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkoxy, benzyloxy or benzyloxy substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and/or halogen, --N(R.sub.7)(R.sub.7a), --NH--NH--R.sub.8 or leads to di-, tri- or tetrameric ring systems containing rings of the formula I via a bridging member, and in which R.sub.5 and R.sub.

Abstract: Methylpolysiloxanes are disclosed which have quaternary ammonium groups linked to silicon atoms via carbon atoms, wherein the ratio of the number of dimethylsiloxy groups to the number of quaternary ammonium groups has a value of 0.5 to 1.5. The methylpolysiloxanes are useful as corrosion inhibitors for preparations consisting predominantly of water, especially coolants, such as cooling lubricants mixed with water, in an amount of 0.01 to 0.1% by weight, based on the total preparation in the form suitable for use.

Abstract: Stabilizers for enhancing the resistance of synthetic resins to deterioration when exposed to elevated temperatures and/or ultraviolet light comprising from about 0.001 to about 10 parts by weight of a bisphenol phosphite having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is tertiary-butyl or tertiary-amyl, R.sub.2 is alkyl having from one to about nine carbon atoms, R.sub.3 is hydrogen or alkyl having from one to about four carbon atoms, and R.sub.4 is alkyl having from one to about thirty carbon atoms; and from about 0.001 to about 10 parts by weight of a phenol having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sub.5 is alkyl having from one to about four carbon atoms; and R.sub.6 is hydrogen or alkyl having from one to about four carbon atoms; and stabilized synthetic resin compositions comprising such stabilizers.

Abstract: Stabilizing compositions for organic polymers, composed of mixtures of at least one liquid phenolic antioxidant and at least one aminic antioxidant, subjected to thermal treatment, are characterized by their stabilizing capacity which is considerably higher than that of either single components or of corresponding untreated mixtures.These stabilizing compositions can be used in all field where the single components of the mixtures are generally used and, preferably, in the stabilization of organic polymers normally subject to deterioration due to oxidation processes.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for inhibiting the polymerization of a vinyl monomer during elevated processing thereof or during storage or shipment of the monomer containing product. The compositions comprise a combination of a dihydroxybenzene compound and an organic amine compound.

Abstract: An alkoxybenzotriazole, in combination with mercaptobenzothiazole, tolyltriazole, benzotriazole, a substituted benzotriazole and/or 1-phenyl-5-mercaptotetrazole, is used to inhibit the corrosion of metallic surfaces, particularly copper surfaces, in contact with an aqueous system. Systems and compositions are also claimed.

Abstract: The stabilization of aqueous or alkanolic solutions of choline and derivative of choline against discoloration on aging by the addition of an unsubstituted hydroxylamine salt to the choline solutions at levels of less than 1 percent.

Abstract: An additive composition comprising a graft and derivatized block copolymer prepared from a styrene-ethylenebutylene-styrene characterized in that unsaturation in the styrene blocks is equal to or greater than 50 percent, and the ethylenebutylene block is hydrogenated leaving no more than 10 percent unsaturation which has been grafted with at least one olefinic carboxylic acid acylating agent and then derivatized with an aminoaromatic compound from the group consisting of aminopyridines, aminopyrazines and aminopyrimidines, and a lubricating oil composition containing same are provided.

Abstract: The corrosion and fouling of metal surfaces in contact with corrosive acid fluids or acid salts in the presence of an aqueous medium is reduced by contacting the surfaces with a composition which comprises (a) an anti-fouling amount of a hydroxyl amine compound of the formulaR.sub.1 R.sub.2 N--OHwherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently hydrogen or a hydrocarbyl or inertly substituted hydrocarbyl or both R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are collectively a divalent hydrocarbyl combined with said nitrogen to form a heterocyclic ring, and (b) a corrosion-inhibiting amount of a reaction product of or a mixture for the purpose of a reaction product of a polyalkylene polyamine and an alkynediol. The polyalkylene polyamine is one that contains from 2-10 amine groups, each separated from another by an alkylene group having from 2-6 carbon atoms. The alkynediol has from 2 to 6 carbon atoms.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting the formation of fouling materials during the caustic washing of hydrocarbons contaminated with oxygen compounds is disclosed. The method comprises adding an effective amount of carbohydrazide to the caustic wash system.

Abstract: Liquid preservative compositions which are particularly useful for plastics dispersions and secondary products prepared therefrom are disclosed. These compositions comprise mixtures of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one or a salt thereof and at least one alkyl(polyaminoalkyl)glycine compound.

Abstract: Polyether polyols and polyurethane foams are stabilized by including therein a liquid stabilizer composition of (a) 2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-sec-butylphenol, (b) a reaction product of diisobutylene, styrene and diphenylamine and (c) phenothiazine or C.sub.9-26 -alkyl substituted phenothiazone and wherein the ratio of the phenol to the reaction product is about 1:5 to 5:1 and the ratio of the mixture of components (a) and (b) to the phenothiazone compound is about 5.0:0.1 to 4.0:1.0. The stabilizer composition may further contain trihydrocarbyl phosphite to stabilize the color of same.

Abstract: Polyether polyols and polyurethane foams are stabilized by including therein a liquid stabilizer composition of (a) 2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-sec-butylphenol, (b) a reaction product of diisobutylene, styrene and diphenylamine and (c) phenothiazine or C.sub.9-26 -alkyl substituted phenothiazine and wherein the ratio of the phenol to the reaction product is about 1:5 to 5:1 and the ratio of the mixture of components (a) and (b) to the phenothiazine compound is about 5.0:0.1 to 4.0:1.0. The stabilizer composition may further contain trihydrocarbyl phosphite to stabilize the color of same.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel ascorbic acid derivative having excellent antioxidant action and a process for preparing the same.Furthermore, this invention also relates to a novel antioxidant comprising the aforementioned ascorbic acid derivative or other known ascorbic acid derivatives.