Abstract: A method of chemically stripping a surface is described. The method comprises applying a sealant to at least a portion of a surface of an object, the surface comprising a coating and one or more ingression points, the sealant filling the one or more ingression points to form a sealed surface. The method further comprises applying a stripping agent to the sealed surface to remove at least a portion of the coating to form a stripped surface.

Abstract: An acetone deficient composition including at least one polyol, at least one alkyl carbonate, at least one monoalcohol and optionally at least one hydrocarbon based non-volatile oil is provided.

Abstract: A rinse liquid for an insulation layer, the rinse liquid including a solvent represented by the following Chemical Formula 1:

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous microemulsion, comprising a) one or more liquid carboxylic acid esters, b) one or more water-soluble salts having one or more cations, preferably selected from the group comprising sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and ammonium, c) one or more salts of sulphosuccinic acid ester, d) one or more nonionic surfactants selected from alkoxylated sorbitan ester and alkoxylated vegetable oil, and e) one or more boosters.

Abstract: A “water-in-oil emulsion” comprising a solvent or solvent blend; water; an emulsifier; optionally an emulsion stability additive, such as a surfactant, preferably anionic and optionally a paint compatibility additive, such as esters, ketones, alcohols.

Abstract: Described are stripper compositions, comprising an acidic microemulsion, said microemulsion comprising C1-4 carboxylic acid, a poorly water soluble solvent, a salt, a surfactant, and water, wherein the stripper composition comprises less than 40% of methyl benzoate, cyclic ketone, or a mixture thereof, and wherein the stripper composition is capable of removing a removable coating.

Abstract: A color change paint and varnish removal formulation is provided. The formulation comprises: at least one penetrant, at least one water insoluble carrier and at least one color visible colorant whereby the formulation is applied to the target area and as the surface of the formulation dries, the penetrant migrates away from the dehydrating surface and a surface crust of beads is formed; the beads have a particle size that allows the scattering of visible light into white light and produces the whitening and dilution of the visible color and thus, there is a color change to indicate that the stripping action of the formulation has ceased and is ready for the scraping and removal step.

Abstract: A paint removal system is disclosed which comprises an environmentally safe paint stripping composition of which the primary constituent is benzyl alcohol, and which is applied to a substrate of one or more layers of paint to be removed from a surface. An impermeable biodegradable membrane is used in conjunction therewith, whereby the membrane is applied as a cover over the applied paint stripper to assist in the penetration of the paint stripping compound into the layers of paint and to assist in subsequent removal of the released paint and used stripper.

Abstract: A method and composition for removing stubborn stains that includes the application of a mixture comprising alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides, bleach, and water. A major advantage of the method is that the composition solution is strong enough to remove stubborn stains from soft and hard surfaces and restore original appearance and scent to old fabrics, yet sufficiently mild to not damage delicate and colored fabrics or pose a threat to the person treating the stain.

Abstract: A stripping composition that includes a dicarboxylic acid diester is described. The composition is useful and particularly efficient for stripping paint.

Abstract: A removal composition is described, having a plurality of abrasive particles, an organic amine, antioxidant, biocide, colorant, corrosion inhibitor, cosolvent, defoamer, dye, enzyme, light stabilizer, odor masking agent, plasticizer, preservative, rust inhibitor, surfactant, thickener, or a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing; from 0 to 1% water, based on the total weight of the removal composition; and a ketal adduct of formula (1) wherein R1 is C1-6 alkyl, R2 is hydrogen or C1-3 alkyl, each R3, R4, and R5 is independently hydrogen or C1-6 alkyl, R6 and R7 are each independently hydrogen or C1-6 alkyl, a=0-3, and b=0-1.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the preparation of ketal compounds from glycerol and levulinic acid and esters, and uses thereof.

Abstract: A “water-in-oil emulsion” comprising a solvent or solvent blend; water; an emulsifier; optionally an emulsion stability additive, such as a surfactant, preferably anionic and optionally a paint compatibility additive, such as esters, ketones, alcohols.

Abstract: A method and aqueous composition are provided for removing at least a portion of a coating from the surface of a substrate. The coating comprises an insulative material, and is contacted with an aqueous composition. The aqueous composition comprises dimethyl formamide.

Abstract: A method of removing paint from a plastic substrate at least partially coated with a paint coating by: providing at least one plastic substrate at least partially coated with a paint coating; providing a kit for a user to utilize to remove paint from the plastic substrate, which is at least partially coated with a paint coating; immersing the at least partially coated plastic substrate into first mix of components by the end user wherein the first mix of components further comprises water when the at least partially coated plastic substrates are immersed into the first mix of components; and rinsing the plastic substrate with water. The immersing and rinsing steps remove the paint coating from the plastic substrate.

Abstract: A composition comprising a polypropylene glycol, a polyethylene glycol ester, an amine, and optionally an alcohol. The composition can be used as a purge solution to clean paint equipment.

Abstract: A method of removing paint from a plastic substrate at least partially coated with a paint coating by: providing at least one plastic substrate at least partially coated with a paint coating; providing a kit for a user to utilize to remove paint from the plastic substrate, which is at least partially coated with a paint coating; immersing the at least partially coated plastic substrate into first mix of components by the end user wherein the first mix of components further comprises water when the at least partially coated plastic substrates are immersed into the first mix of components; and rinsing the plastic substrate with water. The immersing and rinsing steps remove the paint coating from the plastic substrate.

Abstract: A remover contains an alkaline component, a bivalent zinc ion, a ferric ion, a chelating agent, and a nitrate ion. By using this remover, an anodized film can be selectively removed from an aluminum or aluminum-alloy member.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cleaning solution comprising, based on the total weight of the solution: (a) more than 50% by weight of at least one lactone (component A); (b) and 1 to 10% by weight of at least one surfactant compound (component B) having a HLB ranging from 8 to 15 and selected from the group consisting of compounds of formula wherein: R1 denotes a hydrocarbon group comprising from 1 to 20 carbon atoms; n? is an integer from 1 to 5, X denotes a valence link, —O—, —OCH2, C?O or (CH2)k, k being an integer varying from 1 to 2; Y denotes (RO)jH wherein j is an integer ranging from 2 to 40, and R is a divalent hydrocarbon group, and compounds of formula wherein l is an integer from 6 to 13 and m is an integer from 3 to 15.

Abstract: Floor finishes can be stripped using a substantially nonchlorinated concentrate comprising a floor finish dissolver and an at least partially water-unactivated water thickener. The concentrate is diluted with water at an intended use location to activate the water thickener and noticeably increase within sixty minutes or less the viscosity of the resulting mixture, then applied to a hardened floor finish atop a floor and allowed to soften or dissolve the floor finish so that the finish may be removed from the floor.

Abstract: A concentrated non-aqueous cleaning solution having a long shelf life includes an ester and an anhydrous surfactant. The ester is the active ingredient for dissolving graffiti, grease and other contaminants. The ester can be one of or a mixture of dimethyl glutarate, dimethyl succinate, dimethyl adipate, ethyl lactate, and a methyl ester extracted from soybean oil. The anhydrous surfactant is preferably alcohol ethoxylate. The ester in the concentrated solution does not degrade into an acid and alcohol as long as the solution is not mixed with water. This allows the concentrated solution to be shipped and stored and remain efficacious. The concentrate can be diluted with water immediately prior to use. Diluting before use makes the graffiti cleaner less expensive and prevents damage to sensitive surfaces but does not provide long enough time for the ester to degrade.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition for removing a film from a substrate. The composition comprises a mixture comprising a water-soluble biodegradable alkyl ester, and a water insoluble biodegradable alkyl ester. Also disclosed is a method of removing a film from a substrate, comprising providing a coated substrate comprising a film adhered to a substrate; applying a composition comprising a mixture comprising a water-soluble biodegradable alkyl ester, and a water insoluble biodegradable alkyl ester to a surface of the coated substrate; leaving the applied composition in contact with the coated substrate for a time sufficient to create a portion of disengaged film; and removing the portion of disengaged film from the substrate. The composition also provides a method of making the disclosed composition, comprising mixing together an aqueous phase comprising a water soluble biodegradable alkyl ester, and a nonaqueous but water soluble phase comprising a water insoluble biodegradable alkyl ester.

Abstract: A process for removing paint from a plastic substrate that typically includes immersing and optionally agitating the painted plastic substrate in a first chemical fluid, removing the substrate from the first chemical fluid, typically immersing and optionally agitating the substrate in a second chemical fluid, removing the substrate from the second chemical fluid, optionally immersing and optionally agitating the substrate in a third chemical fluid, where the third chemical fluid typically includes substantially the same chemicals as the second chemical fluid, rinsing the substrate, and drying the substrate. The present invention also includes a method for recycling an initially painted plastic substrate.

Abstract: A method for stripping a floor using a concentrate prepared by mixing a substantially nonchlorinated concentrate containing a floor finish solvent and an at least partially unactivated water thickener. The concentrate is diluted merely with water at an intended use location to activate the water thickener and noticeably increase within ten minutes or less the viscosity of the resulting mixture, then applied to a hardened floor finish atop a floor and allowed to soften or dissolve the floor finish so that the finish may be removed from the floor.

Abstract: The present invention includes a composition for detackifying, detoxifying and neutralizing paint booth water and paint booth dry filters. The composition is an aqueous mixture containing an effective minor amount of a high charge density, dray cationic polymer having a molecular weight of at least 7,500,000.

Abstract: A process for removing paint from a plastic substrate that typically includes immersing and optionally agitating the painted plastic substrate in a first chemical fluid, removing the substrate from the first chemical fluid, typically immersing and optionally agitating the substrate in a second chemical fluid, removing the substrate from the second chemical fluid, optionally immersing and optionally agitating the substrate in a third chemical fluid, where the third chemical fluid typically includes substantially the same chemicals as the second chemical fluid, rinsing the substrate, and drying the substrate. The present invention also includes a method for recycling an initially painted plastic substrate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a removable marking system that includes a removable paint formulation and an aqueous removal formulation, and a method of using this removable marking system.

Abstract: A process and a composition are disclosed for producing surfaces that are self-cleaning by water, and in particular, there is disclosed an aqueous system for forming transparent self-cleaning surfaces. In the process, an aqueous mixture comprising (i) nanoparticles having a particle size of less than 300 nanometers and (ii) a surface modifier selected from the group consisting of water-soluble hydrophobic surface modifiers and water-dispersable hydrophobic surface modifiers capable of forming a continuous film from an aqueous solution is provided. The aqueous mixture is applied to a surface, and a self-cleaning transparent coating is formed on the surface upon water evaporation. In one embodiment, the aqueous mixture is essentially free of organic solvents other than coalescing solvents.

Abstract: An aqueous coating removal composition containing: a) an alkoxylated aromatic alcohol, b) an amine; and c) an inorganic base is provided. The coating removal compositions are useful in cleaning coatings such as paint from substrate surfaces and may be formulated to be essentially free (or, preferably, entirely free) of organic solvents classified as volatile organic compounds or HAPS.

Abstract: A water-in-oil emulsion composition is disclosed. The composition contains (A) a solvent, (B) water, and (C) a surfactant. This composition is suitable for removing non-aqueous coatings such as paints and the like as well as waxes and greases from substrates.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methylene chloride-free, and optionally methanol-free, paint stripper and gasket remover formulations as alternatives to methylene chloride-based paint strippers and gasket removers.

Abstract: A process for removing paint from a plastic substrate that typically includes immersing and optionally agitating the painted plastic substrate in a first chemical fluid, removing the substrate from the first chemical fluid, typically immersing and optionally agitating the substrate in a second chemical fluid, removing the substrate from the second chemical fluid, optionally immersing and optionally agitating the substrate in a third chemical fluid, where the third chemical fluid typically includes substantially the same chemicals as the second chemical fluid, rinsing the substrate, and drying the substrate. The present invention also includes a method for recycling an initially painted plastic substrate.

Abstract: An aqueous solution that has the capacity for removing tarnish and other soil from copper, silver, gold and other noble metals and alloys thereof comprises an acid, thiourea and a transition metal salt. The aqueous material can be used to treat the surfaces of such articles for the purpose of removing tarnish. Such tarnish is removed by the composition and the composition treats the metal surface to retard the re-appearance of tarnish contaminants.

Abstract: An aqueous non-toxic biorational or environmentally safe composition to reduce or inhibit corrosion, rust and scale on metal surfaces comprising effective amounts of sorbic acid, salts of sorbic acid and/or derivatives thereof and a variety of hydrocarbons, esters, acids, alcohols and/or saponified fatty acids or combinations thereof derived from beeswax, vegetable waxes and/or derivatives thereof.

Abstract: An apparatus containing a composition suitable for eliminating a thermosetting resin is disclosed. In the composition, tetra methyl ammonium hydroxide (TMAH) is included so as to eliminate the thermosetting resin. Accordingly, the composition is suitable for removing a dielectric layer, an organic protective layer, an insulating layer, an alignment layer, black matrices and color filters, etc. made form a thermosetting resin in an LCD or a semiconductor, and permits a reproduction or a rework of the thermosetting resin film.

Abstract: An aqueous solution that has the capacity for removing tarnish and other soil from copper, silver, gold and other noble metals and alloys thereof comprises an acid, thiourea and a transition metal salt. The aqueous material can be used to treat the surfaces of such articles for the purpose of removing tarnish. Such tarnish is removed by the composition and the composition treats the metal surface to retard the re-appearance of tarnish contaminants.

Abstract: Paint residues may be removed from spraying equipment and the like by flushing with aqueous compositions containing alkoxylated aromatic alcohols wherein the aromatic ring moieties of such alcohols do not bear any alkyl substituent containing more than 4 carbon atoms. Preferably, the aqueous compositions also contain an alkanolamine or other base. The alkoxylated aromatic alcohols contain an average of at least about 2 oxyalkylene moieties (preferably, oxyethylene moieties) per molecule.

Abstract: A stripping composition comprising at least one of alcohols having an ether-bond in the molecule thereof as component (a), and an anticorrosive as component (b). Furfuryl alcohol or tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol is preferable as component (a).

Abstract: A composition useful as a paint remover which may include a carbonate, a dibasic ester and a mono-ester. The paint stripping composition may also contain an organic sulfur-containing compound such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), a glycol ether, a ketone, or combination thereof. The composition may be used in a process for removing paint by applying it to a painted surface. A degreasing composition is also disclosed which may comprise a carbonate and a alkyl-substituted cyclo-alkane such as naphthene. The compositions have several important attributes, including low toxicity and high efficacy in removing paint and coatings.

Abstract: This invention concerns a composition useful as a paint remover, comprising: an organic carbonate, an alcohol, an activator, hydrogen peroxide, and water. The alcohol may be benzyl alcohol. The organic carbonate may be propylene carbonate, ethylene carbonate, or combination thereof. The activator may be an alkyl-substituted cycloalkane (naphthene), a soy oil, an alkyl soyate, or combination thereof.

Abstract: A UV cured floor finish can be removed from a floor by applying to the cured finish an inhomogeneous stripper composition containing at least one polar solvent, allowing the stripper composition to contact the finish for sufficient time to soften the finish, and removing the softened finish from the floor by mopping, vacuuming, mild abrasion or other measures that do not remove substantial portions of the floor. Preferably the polar solvent is denser than water and preferably the stripper composition has a diffusion rate through the cured finish greater than about 7×10−7 g/cm2/sec. Strippable floor finish kits can be manufactured by combining a UV curable floor finish composition and an inhomogeneous stripper composition containing at least one polar solvent.

Abstract: A terpene-free cleaning composition containing: (a) an oil-soluble anionic surfactant; (b) a water-soluble anionic surfactant; (c) a primary solvent consisting of a C1-4 alkyl ester; (d) a short-chain cosurfactant; and (e) water.

Abstract: A cleaning solution is used to remove a byproduct derived from a decomposed substance of a process gas containing C and F. The cleaning solution contains 75 wt % N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone, 15 wt % ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, 0.5 wt % surfactant, and 9.5 wt % water. The content of an alkali metal in the cleaning solution is set to be less than 10 ppb.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agent for the safe and environmentally friendly cleaning of components, for example from paint, lacquer, adhesive and rubber, in the absence of a negative effect on the components and the environment. The agent in accordance with the invention contains N-methyl 2-pyrrolidon with the addition of alkaline salt of unsaturated fatty acids and water.

Abstract: The present invention provides a removable marking system that includes a removable paint formulation and an aqueous removal formulation, and a method of using this removable marking system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a liquid composition comprising dispersed herein solid particles comprising a solid wax matrix, wherein an active is distributed. The invention also relates to particles in the liquid composition and the processes and uses of the composition and the particles.

Abstract: The present invention provides a removable marking system that includes a removable paint formulation and an aqueous removal formulation, and a method of using this removable marking system.

Abstract: The invention relates to plaster type interior textured coating remover composition in the form of an aqueous solution containing at least one alkoxy ether solvent, an alcohol containing from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, at least one nitrogen containing compound, and a compound having an HLB of from 7.3 to 15.0.

Abstract: The present invention includes methods and compositions for the removal of coatings such as paint from surfaces. The methods of the present invention are typically conducted between about 45° C. and about 75° C., and the compositions typically contain a carbonate, a dibasic ester, a pyrrolidine, a mono-ester. The formulations of the present invention typically exhibit a high efficacy in the removal of paint while having a low level of toxicity.

Abstract: A purge solution for removing water-based dehydrated paint residues from a paint delivery system includes 2-15 total weight percent of a purge concentrate diluted with solvent. The concentrate includes 20-99.5 total weight percent of a C4 alcohol or an alkoxylated C4 alcohol, and 0.5-30 total weight percent of an amine.