Abstract: Provided is a method capable of preparing high-purity aliphatic isocyanate, particularly, xylylene isocyanate in a high yield in a simple manner without an additional separate process, wherein when aliphatic isocyanate is prepared using phosgene, a side-reaction inhibitor capable of inhibiting side-reactions is introduced during phosgenation.

Abstract: Provided is a method capable of preparing high-purity aliphatic isocyanate, particularly, xylylene isocyanate in a high yield in a simple manner without an additional separate process, wherein when aliphatic isocyanate is prepared using phosgene, a side-reaction inhibitor capable of inhibiting side-reactions is introduced during phosgenation.

Abstract: An example of a radiation curable binder dispersion for an inkjet ink includes water and a radiation curable polyurethane dispersed in the water. The radiation curable polyurethane has a weight average molecular weight that is equal to or less than 5,000, a glass transition temperature (Tg) less than 25° C., and a double bond density higher than 4.0. The radiation curable polyurethane binder dispersion is formed from a non-aromatic diisocyanate; a polyol; an acrylate or methacrylate, the acrylate or methacrylate having at least two hydroxyl functional groups and having an acrylate functional group or a methacrylate functional group; a compound including i) an ionic group or ii) a group to form an ionic group; and another acrylate or methacrylate, the other acrylate or methacrylate having a hydroxyl functional group or an amino functional group.

Abstract: A coated leather, in particular split cowhide leather, has a preferably nubuck-like appearing surface structure. The coating is formed with a surface layer formed with a mechanically and moisture-stable polymer and bonded to the surface of the leather or split leather by a polymer-based bonding layer. The outer layer is notable for inner smoothness and is formed with soft polyurethane. It includes in the non-embossed region microdepressions which are essentially closed in the direction of the leather but are open towards the outside, have an internal width of less than 130 ?m and are arranged close-packed to each other in the manner of soapy foam cells. The microdepressions are each separately bounded by thin mutually crosslinked stays which have on the outside a matt or finely fibrous fine-roughness structure surface, and have an essentially semispherical-shaped concave inner surface which faces outward and is smooth.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous polyurethane-polyurea dispersions which stabilize a foam—produced by mechanical expansion—without addition of further foam-stabilizing components in such a way that aqueous foams are obtainable which are stable both during temporary storage and during processing, so that they can be applied in the form of foam also by customary application methods and substantially retain the foam structure even after drying.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous compositions based on crystalline or semicrystalline polyurethane polymers, processes for the preparation thereof and adhesive systems comprising these aqueous compositions and the use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an environmentally-friendly polyurethane matting and a method of production thereof. The environmentally-friendly polyurethane matting comprises a leather surface, a polyurethane middle layer and an anti-slip leather bottom layer. The present invention is applied with the polyurethane instead of silica gel. The polyurethane avoids oil seepage when the matting is used, as is therefore environmentally-friendly fire proof, and safe. The elasticity and other performance of the polyurethane are hardly changed during usage, and environmentally-friendly polyurethane matting provides comfort and enhances the tactile feeling when people standing on the matting. Further, the matting has a long service life.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of aqueous polyurethane-polyurea dispersions for which A) firstly A1) primary and/or secondary monoamines or diamines are reacted with A2) cyclic carbonates which contain precisely one hydroxy group, where the molar ratio of A1) and A2) is such that in the case of monoamines A1) the theoretical ratio of the entirety of the primary and secondary amine groups to the cyclic carbonate groups is from 0.8 to 1.2 and in the case of diamines A1) the theoretical ratio of the entirety of the primary and secondary amine groups to the cyclic carbonate groups is from 1.8 to 2.

Abstract: Non aqueous water dispersible compositions comprising: I) polyisocyanates, which are made hydrophilic by reaction with a 1,3- or 1,2-nonionic diol containing one alkoxy-terminated polyoxyethylene and/or polyoxypropylene chain, II) one or more ethoxylated alcohol phosphates having at least one phosphoric group in acid form, and optionally III) a water miscible organic solvent, the compositions being useful as crosslinker for polyurethane aqueous dispersions.

Abstract: A compressible substrate coated at least in part with a waterborne coating composition comprising at least one base neutralized active hydrogen containing film-forming resin and a water dispersible carbodiimide crosslinker capable of reacting with the film-forming resin to form a crosslinked film is disclosed. An article of manufacture having at least two different flexible substrates coated at least in part with such a coating is also disclosed.

Abstract: A coated leather, in particular split cowhide leather, has a preferably nubuck-like appearing surface structure. The coating is formed with a surface layer formed with a mechanically and moisture-stable polymer and bonded to the surface of the leather or split leather by a polymer-based bonding layer. The outer layer is notable for inner smoothness and is formed with soft polyurethane. It includes in the non-embossed region microdepressions which are essentially closed in the direction of the leather but are open towards the outside, have an internal width of less than 130 ?m and are arranged close-packed to each other in the manner of soapy foam cells. The microdepressions are each separately bounded by thin mutually crosslinked stays which have on the outside a matt or finely fibrous fine-roughness structure surface, and have an essentially semispherical-shaped concave inner surface which faces outward and is smooth.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing aqueous polyurethane-polyurea dispersions, where A) first a polyurethane prepolymer containing NCO groups is produced by reacting A1) polyisocyanates with A2) polymeric polyols and/or polyamines having number-average molecular weights of more than 400 to 8,000 g/mol, A3) possibly low-molecular-weight compounds having number-average molecular weights of 17-400 g/mol selected from the group comprising mono- and polyalcohols, mono- and polyamines, and amino alcohols, A4) isocyanate-reactive, ionically or potentially ionically hydrophilic compounds and/or isocyanate-reactive non-ionically hydrophilic compounds, A5) isocyanate-reactive compounds, which contain at least one C7 to C24 alkyl group or C7 to C24 alkenyl group, and A6) isocyanate-reactive compounds, which contain at least one polysiloxane group, and B); the NCO groups of the prepolymer that are not yet free are reacted with isocyanate-reactive monoamines, polyamines, hydrazine, and/or hydrazides, dimension

Abstract: The invention relates to new aqueous polyurethane-modified alkyd resin dispersions, to their preparation and use as binders in paints and coatings.

Abstract: A composition which provides surface effects to substrates comprising a polymer containing at least one urea linkage prepared by (i) reacting (1) at least one organic diioscyanate, polyisocyanate, or mixture thereof, and (2) at least one fluorochemical compound of Formula I Rf—O(CF2CF2)r(CH2CH2)q(R1)sXH??Formula (I) wherein Rf is a linear or branched C1 to C7 perfluoroalkyl optionally interrupted by one to three oxygen atoms, r is 1 to 3, q is 1 to 3, s is 0 or 1, X is O, S, or NR2 wherein R2 is H, or C1 to C6 alkyl, and R1 is a divalent radical selected from —S(CH2)n—, p is 1 to 50, and R3, R4 and R5 are each independently H or C1 to C6 alkyl; (ii) and then reacting with (3) water, a linking agent, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: A coated substrate comprises a substrate and a coating on at least one surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a prepolymer, polymer, or resin produced, for example, by the reaction of (i) an isocyanate (e.g., a polyisocyanate), (ii) an active hydrogen-terminated colorant, and optionally (iii) at least one reactant selected from the group consisting of chain extenders, polyols, internal surfactants, and combinations thereof. Polymer dispersions suitable for use in making such coated substrates comprise such a prepolymer, polymer, or resin.

Abstract: A water dilutable UV-curable polyurethane containing alkylene oxide groups, the polyurethane being obtained from components comprising at least: (i) 1 to 25 wt. % of at least one polyisocyanate; (ii) 0 to 80 wt. % of at least one hydroxyl functional compound containing alkylene oxide groups; (iii) 10 to 90 wt. % of at least one hydroxyl functional compound containing at least one polymerisable unsaturated (meth)acryloyl functional group per molecule; and (iv) 0 to 50 wt. % of at least one isocyanate-reactive compound not comprised by (ii) or (iii); wherein the sum of (i) to (iv) is 100%.

Abstract: A coated substrate comprises a substrate and a coating on at least one surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a prepolymer, polymer, or resin produced, for example, by the reaction of (i) an isocyanate (e.g., a polyisocyanate), (ii) an active hydrogen-terminated colorant, and optionally (iii) at least one reactant selected from the group consisting of chain extenders, polyols, internal surfactants, and combinations thereof. Polymer dispersions suitable for use in making such coated substrates comprise such a prepolymer, polymer, or resin.

Abstract: This invention provides a natural leather having a coating film as a topcoat layer that can suppress and prevent the occurrence of an uncomfortable squeak noise and, at the same time, has softer feeling, soft and smooth feeling, and slick feeling, a composition for the formation of a coating film on a natural leather, and a process for producing a natural leather.

Abstract: Water-emulsifiable polyisocyanate compositions admixed with at least one solvent of formula (1) (R1O)2C(R2)—X—R3 are formulated into aqueous emulsions which advantageously further comprise a compound, bearing a mobile hydrogen function, or a compound containing precursor functions capable of liberating hydroxyl functions, and are useful for producing coatings on a variety of substrates, e.g., made of cement, wood or leather in particular, and also for producing adhesives.

Abstract: Non aqueous water dispersible compositions comprising: I) polyisocyanates, which are made hydrophilic by reaction with a 1,3- or 1,2-nonionic diol containing one alkoxy-terminated polyoxyethylene and/or polyoxypropylene chain, II) one or more ethoxylated alcohol phosphates having at least one phosphoric group in acid form, and optionally III) a water miscible organic solvent, the compositions being useful as crosslinker for polyurethane aqueous dispersions.

Abstract: A composition comprising a mixture of at least one soil resist agent and at least one additive which is maleic anhydride, and a method of providing soil resistance to fibrous substrates are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to high-reactivity polyurethane compositions. The invention further relates to low temperature curable polyurethane compositions which contain uretdione groups, particularly useful for polyurethane powder coating compositions and adhesive compositions, and to processes for preparing and using the same.

Abstract: The invention relates to radiation-curable compounds, to processes for preparing them, to their use, and to coating compositions comprising them and featuring high scratch resistance.

Abstract: An article having reversible thermal regulation properties comprises a substrate and a functional polymeric phase change material having a heat carrying capacity. The article is further characterized by a chemical function having moisture adsorbing properties that increase the heat carrying capacity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurethane ureas dissolved in organic solvents, which may be used as an adhesive coat for the coating of textiles.

Abstract: A polyurethane molding is composed of at least two different polyurethane materials, namely of a polyurethane gel and a polyurethane foam. The foam and the gel are arranged in layers one above another so that both materials act together as spring or damping element with respect to a load in the transverse direction. These moldings may preferably be used as seat cushions.

Abstract: A leather finishing process in which, in pertinent part, a warm water milling step is added after the base coat is applied to “crust” leather and cured. The warm water contains at least one dye fixation agent including but not limited to about 0.1-2.0% by weight of formic acid. Moreover, the base coat itself is an aqueous base coat containing at least two polymers such as an acrylic salt or a polyurethane salt. Between the polymeric constituents of the base coat, the acid fixation agent, and the use of the warm water milling step after the base coat has been applied and dried, a surprisingly natural feel to the leather is attained without loss of excellent adhesion, wear-resistance and other properties when the leather is completely finished.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurethane dispersions comprising polysiloxane building blocks reactive towards isocyanates and processes for using their preparation and their use in coating leather.

Abstract: A coated substrate comprises a substrate and a coating on at least one surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a prepolymer, polymer, or resin produced, for example, by the reaction of (i) an isocyanate (e.g., a polyisocyanate), (ii) an active hydrogen-terminated colorant, and optionally (iii) at least one reactant selected from the group consisting of chain extenders, polyols, internal surfactants, and combinations thereof. Polymer dispersions suitable for use in making such coated substrates comprise such a prepolymer, polymer, or resin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to free-radically curable coating compositions, to methods of curing such coating compositions, and to their use.

Abstract: Novel leather articles comprise a substrate and a coating applied to a surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a prepolymer or resin. The prepolymer or resin can be produced, for example, by the reaction of (i) an isocyanate, (ii) at least one reactant selected from the group consisting of chain extenders, polyols, and combinations thereof, and (iii) an active hydrogen-terminated colorant. The active hydrogen-terminated colorant comprises a chromophore and an active hydrogen-terminated constituent bound to the chromophore. Novel methods for producing leather articles using active hydrogen-terminated colorants are also provided.

Abstract: A composition which provides surface effects to substrates comprising a polymer containing at least one urea linkage prepared by (i) reacting (1) at least one organic diioscyanate, polyisocyanate, or mixture thereof, and (2) at least one fluorochemical compound of Formula I Rf—O(CF2CF2)r(CH2CH2)q(R1)sXH ??Formula (I) wherein Rf is a linear or branched C1 to C7 perfluoroalkyl optionally interrupted by one to three oxygen atoms, r is 1 to 3, q is 1 to 3, s is 0 or 1, X is O, S, or NR2 wherein R2 is H, or C1 to C6 alkyl, and R1 is a divalent radical selected from —S(CH2)n—, p is 1 to 50, and R3, R4 and R5 are each independently H or C1 to C6 alkyl; (ii) and then reacting with (3) water, a linking agent, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: Aqueous polyurethane formulations, their use and substrates which are coated with such formulations are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a specific process in which wool is initially subjected to a plasma treatment and then to a wet chemical treatment with a finishing agent, which provides nonfelting wool in a technically simple and easily handleable manner.

Abstract: An aromatic liquid-crystalline polyester having a small dielectric loss in a wide frequency region is provided. An aromatic liquid-crystalline polyester is provided that can manufacture a film having a small volume expansion by heating. An aromatic liquid-crystalline polyester substantially comprising a repeating structural unit originating in 2-hydroxy-6-naphthoic acid 30 to 80 mol %, a repeating structural unit originating in aromatic diol 35 to 10 mol %, and a repeating structural unit originating in aromatic dicarboxylic acid 35 to 10 mol %.

Abstract: A multi-layer application film formed by laminating at least two resin films, a top layer film (I) being formed from a crosslinkable resin coating composition (A), an under layer film (II) being formed from a thermoplastic resin (B), showing practically no stickiness per se, and having a tensile elongation at breakage in the range of 50 to 1000%, said multi-layer application film being applied onto a plastic substrate.

Abstract: Catalysts and processes for preparing polyisocyanates containing isocyanurate groups, and their use, wherein the catalysts are represented by the following formula (1): [Hl?Xm?Fn?]p·[R(4?q)Si(NR1R2)q]r??(I), wherein n=m+l with 1?m/n>0, and l?0, p>0 and r>0, and the ratio p/r is any value, q=1 or 2, and R, R1, R2 and X are as defined.

Abstract: Polyurethane coatings which are the reaction product of A) an aliphatic, isocyanate-containing prepolymer having an isocyanate content of 1-8 wt. % and a free monomeric diisocyanate content of less than 2 wt. %, and containing 0.1 to 1.5 moles of per 1000 g of prepolymer of aliphatically bound uretdione and oxadiazinetrione groups, and B) a polyol component B) comprising at least 50 equivalent % of a compound corresponding to the formula HO—X—Y—X—OH where Y represents methylene, ethylene, —C≡C—, cyclohexylene-1,4, -1,3, -1,2, or phenylene-1,4, -1,3, -1,2 and X represents methylene, —OCH2CH2— (the oxygen being bound to the Y), or cyclohexylene-1,4, -1,3, -1,2, and where the equivalent ratio of the free NCO groups to isocyanate-reactive groups is 0.90 to 1.5. The coatings are applied to flexible substrates such as textile or leather by the casting or knife coating process by means of reactive compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to polyurethane solutions with alkoxysilane structural units, processes for the preparation of polyurethane solutions containing alkoxysilane structural units and the use of polyurethane solutions containing alkoxysilane structural units.

Abstract: In order to provide leather with the desired cushioning properties and desirable soft handling properties, especially a grained leather with a grain structure on its upper surface, or a split leather with a surface finish, even if this leather is of minimal thickness, a foam layer is created on the non-visible underside surface of the leather. This foam layer is formed by applying a liquid plastic material containing means to create the foam and is subsequent solidified by removal of the solvent.

Abstract: In order to create a full grain napa cowhide which exhibits the characteristics with respect to grain pipeyness and water vapor permeability that are required by the automotive and upholstery industries, a finish is applied to the grain side of the full grain leather. The finish includes a pigmented layer with a thickness of between 0.015 mm and 0.04 mm and is formed of a stabilized polyurethane and/or polyacrylate dispersion. The dispersion contains microspheres with a diameter of less than 45 &mgr;m, which form primarily closed cells, and at least 10% open cells by volume. The top side of the layer is provided with a napa embossing. A second layer, placed on the first layer, is formed from a cross-linked polyurethane-based varnish application containing a dulling agent. The leather undergoes a milling treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to thermosetting two-component coating compositions containing A) at least one NCO prepolymer, B) at least one amine-free chain extender, C) at least one catalyst selected from metal 1,3-dicarbonylates and metal-oxo 1,3-dicarbonylates, wherein i) the metal 1,3-dicarbonylate contains as a neutral complex a metal cation with the electron configuration d0 of sub-group 3 or a lanthanide and ii) the metal-oxo 1,3-dicarbonylate contains a metal-oxo cation of sub-group 6 with the electron configuration d0. The present invention also relates to a process for preparing these coating compositions and to coated substrates prepared therefrom.

Abstract: A full-grained milled napa leather is provided on its grain side with a dressing formed from a solidified plastics dispersion. Required leather properties are still ensured and the production process is substantially simplified and more economical. First, the leather, such as cowhide, is subjected on a mechanically untreated grain side to a milling process for at least two hours. This results in a typical napa structure with a natural pebbled grain. Then, a polyurethane dispersion is applied to the grain side containing pigment particles and optionally further additives. Then the hide is allowed to dry. The solidified dispersion forming the dressing has a thickness of, preferably, from 0.05 mm to 0.07 mm.

Abstract: A soft elastic cushion for use in conjunction with an orthopedic aid has a textile composite comprising at least two layers arranged on the soft elastic cushion. It is possible in this way to secure a textile cover on a soft elastic substrate such as silicone.

Abstract: Coated natural leather, prepared from natural leather having polyurethane coated on its flesh side and having an improved (decreased) measure of deformation, is provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of an aqueous dispersion of an anionic polyurethane. According to the invention, a tertiary amine functional urethane polymer or oligomer acts as acid neutralizing agent. The process of the invention comprises the steps of: dispersion of an anionic isocyanate functional polyurethane prepolymer in water in the presence of a tertiary amine functional urethane polymer or oligomer and chain extension of the anionic polyurethane prepolymer with a reactive hydrogen functional material during or after the dispersion in water.

Abstract: Coated natural leather, prepared from natural leather having polyurethane coated on its flesh side and having an improved (decreased) measure of deformation, is provided.

Abstract: A polymer having at least one urea linkage derived by contacting (1) at least one polyisocyanate, or mixture of polyisocyanates, (2) at least one fluorocarbon alcohol, fluorocarbon thiol or fluorocarbon amine, (3) at least one straight or branched chain alcohol, amine or thiol, and (4) at least one alcohol containing a sulfonic acid group or its salt, and then (5) optionally at least one linking agent useful for imparting oil repellency and water repellency to substrates.

Abstract: The invention relates to an elastic coating system with which dry surfaces can be formed by UV curing of constituents containing (meth)acryloyl groups and by subsequent crosslinking of constituents containing NCO groups with constituents containing active hydrogen. The invention also relates to their use of this coating, system for coating, inter alia, components of plastic.

Abstract: Compositions containing polyurethane dispersions and water reducible resins particularly suited for use as basecoats in low VOC basecoat/clearcoat vehicle coatings.