Abstract: A glass fiber-reinforced polyamide 66 resin composition with a high tensile strength of 260 MPa or more and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. The method of manufacturing the composition includes that 27.2 to 49% by weight of a polyamide 66 resin, 0.2 to 2% by weight of a dye mixture, 0.2 to 2% by weight of a compatibilizer, 0.1 to 3% by weight of an antioxidant, 0.1 to 3% by weight of a lubricant and 50 to 70% by weight of a glass fiber chopped strand are mixed in a twin screw extruder, the materials are extruded in the form of a strand by an extrusion die, and cooled to obtain a pellet-type glass fiber-reinforced polyamide 66 resin composition. The glass fiber-reinforced polyamide 66 resin composition is suitable for vehicular engine mounts due to excellent mechanical strength, and for parts requiring physical properties.

Abstract: A stabilizer composition containing (I) a compound of the formula (I) and (II) a compound of the formula (II) wherein the radicals R1 independently of one another are C1-C18 alkyl or C3-C12 cycloalkyl; the radicals X1 independently of one another are hydrogen, C1-C18 alkyl, C3-C12 cyclo-alkyl or a group of the formula (III-I); (III-I) the radicals X2 independently of one another are hydrogen, C1-C18 alkyl, C3-C12 cyclo-alkyl or a group of the formula (III-II); (III-II) and Y is C2-C12 alkylene.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pipe having resistance to both flame and cold, where the pipe has good flame resistance to prevent flame or smoke from spreading through the pipe penetrating into the floor or wall in the case of a fire and also has good smoke resistance to prevent deterioration in the physical properties of the pipe even in the cold weather.

Abstract: Residual wash solvent, e.g., ethyl acetate, is removed from polyphosphite, e.g., bisphosphite, crystals by a process comprising the steps of: A. Mixing the polyphosphite crystals and residual wash solvent with a secondary alcohol, e.g., isopropyl alcohol (IPA), to form a mixture of polyphosphite crystals, residual wash solvent and secondary alcohol, and B. Drying the mixture to remove the residual wash solvent and secondary alcohol to a content of less than 0.5 wt % based on the weight of the polyphosphite crystals.

Abstract: The present disclosure is aimed at flame retardant thermoplastic polymer compositions. The flame retardant compositions are advantageously antimony free. The compositions contain an effective flame retarding amount of a combination of one or more bismuth compounds selected from the group consisting of bismuth oxychloride, bismuth oxyfluoride, bismuth oxybromide, bismuth oxyiodide and bismuth oxynitrate and one or more organobromine flame retardants, for instance decabromodiphenyl ether (decabromodiphenyl oxide) or tris[3-bromo-2,2-bis(bromomethyl)propyl]phosphate. The thermoplastic polymer is for instance polypropylene, polyethylene, polystyrene, polypropylene/polyethylene copolymer or thermoplastic olefin. The present formulations advantageously contain no antimony trioxide and achieve V0 according to the UL 94 flammability test.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sheet for thin layer transfer (10) including: a substrate (1) including a thin metal film or a thin heat-resistant resin film; and a fluorine resin layer (2) provided on at least one side of the substrate (1). The sheet for thin layer transfer thus provided can have reduced surface irregularities and be less prone to deteriorate even when subjected to repeated thermal transfer by thermocompression bonding.

Abstract: A peroxide-crosslinkable composition comprising: (A) A peroxide-crosslinkable polymer, e.g., a polyethylene; (B) A nitrogenous base, e.g., a low molecular weight, or low melting, or liquid nitrogenous base such as triallyl cyanurate (TAC); and (C) One or more antioxidants (AO), e.g., distearylthiodipropionate (DSTDP). The composition is useful in the manufacture of insulation sheaths for high and extra high voltage wire and cable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and composite components formed from these compositions and a polyurethane layer, which are notable for improved adhesion between the two layers, and a process for producing the composite components.

Abstract: The invention relates to a polymer composition, which contains or consists of a matrix of at least one thermoplastic polymer capable of crystallization and, incorporated therein, at least one azine dye and at least mono-, di-, tri-, and/or tetravalent metal salt. Said polymer composition is characterized in that the crystallization point thereof is considerably reduced in comparison with polymer compositions having no additives or a composition containing only an azine dye or a metal salt as an additive. The invention further relates to a corresponding additive composition for the crystallization and/or for the lowering of the crystallization point of thermoplastic polymers or polymer compositions capable of crystallization.

Abstract: Described herein is a preparation process of a flame retardant composition made from brominated bismuth and/or antimony compounds complexed with melamine, in which melamine, at least one between the bismuth carbonate and antimony sesquioxide, hydrobromic acid in aqueous solution are placed in contact with each other so as to trigger chemical reactions which lead to the formation of a complex of brominated bismuth or brominated antimony with melamine and melamine bromohydrate. The reagents are placed in contact in the presence of at least one reaction carrier defined by at least one compound chosen from the group consisting of melamine, melamine phosphate, melamine polyphosphate, ammonium phosphate, ammonium polyphosphate, triphenyl-phosphate, graphite, silica, lignin, coke and compounds containing triazine rings condensed or linked by —NH groups. The reaction carrier is not involved in the reactions. There are no polymeric compounds in quantities such as to create a polymer matrix.

Abstract: A polycarbonate resin composition and a molded article using the same is disclosed. The polycarbonate resin composition includes a polycarbonate resin (A); a rubber-modified aromatic vinyl copolymer (B); and an additive for laser directed structuring (C). The polycarbonate resin composition has a heat deflection temperature (HDT) of about 100° C. or more.

Abstract: Compositions, structures and methods are described that improve fire retardant characteristics of various material, and which can be used for protecting structures, devices, or components therein. In one example, a mixture suitable for imparting heat or cold blocking properties to an object is produced. The mixture includes a catalyst comprising particles that are 8 microns or less in diameter, a charring agent comprising particles that are 8 microns or less in diameter, and a blowing agent comprising particles that are 8 microns or less in diameter. The catalyst, the charring agent and the blowing agent are mixed together in equal portions by weight to produce the mixture suitable for imparting heat or cold blocking properties to an object.

Abstract: A thermal conducting sheet having a high adhesion between layers even if the thermal conducting sheet has a multilayer structure is provided. The thermal conducting sheet including a low-hardness layer and a reinforcing layer laminated on one side or both sides of the low-hardness layer. The reinforcing layer having a hardness greater than a hardness of the low-hardness layer. The low-hardness layer comprises: acrylic polymer, silicon carbide, aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and plasticizer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for producing shaped articles comprising the steps of: —compounding a polymer composition (A) containing a polyamide, a halogen-free melamine based flame retardant and at most 15 wt. % of glass fibers into pellets, compounding a polymer composition (B) containing a polyamide, more than 15 wt. % of glass fibers, and not containing halogen-free melamine based flame retardant into pellets, —producing a mixture comprising the pellets of polymer composition (A) and (B), —molding the mixture comprising the pellets of polymer composition (A) and (B) into shaped articles.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are monomer embodiments that can be used to make polymers, such as homopolymers, heteropolymers, and that can be used in particular embodiments to make sequence-defined polymers. Also disclosed herein are methods of making polymers using such monomer embodiments. Methods of using the polymers disclosed herein also are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to halogen-free flame retardant compositions essentially comprising polyamide polymers (preferred is PA6), at least an Hypophosphorous acid metal salt (preferred is Aluminum hypophosphite), at least an organic phosphinate metal salt (preferred is Aluminum Di Ethyl Phosphinate), at least a Nitrogen based flame retardant agent (preferred is Melamine Cyanurate), at least an organic polyhydric polymer (preferred is EVOH) and optionally further conventional components. Such compositions are highly flame retarded at low thickness and have high Glow Wire temperature resistance.

Abstract: The object is to provide a polyamide resin composition having superior productivity and mechanical strength. A polyamide resin composition includes: (A) Polyamide 66; (B) glass fibers; and (C) a copper compound and a halide. The percentage of a component of the (A) Polyamide 66 having a molecular weight of 30,000 or less as obtained by Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) is within a range from 30% by mass to 37% by mass of the total amount of the (A) Polyamide 66, and the percentage of the (A) Polyamide 66 having a molecular weight of 100,000 or greater is within a range from 8% by mass to 15% by mass of the total amount of the (A) Polyamide 66.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention is a laminated coating film structure having a laminated coating film that renders a specific color on a coated object, wherein the laminated coating film is provided with a first layer arranged on the side close to the coated object and containing a pigment in which the mean particle diameter is ½ or more the wavelength of the specific color but 2 um or less, and a second layer arranged on the side far from the coated object and containing a pigment in which the mean particle diameter is 0.05 um or more but less than ½ the wavelength of the specific color.

Abstract: A coating for use with a hydrophilic sheet substrate to form a lithographic printing plate precursor, including at least one Compound A silane compound and at least one Compound B phosphinic acid or organic derivative thereof. Compounds A and B experience a synergistic interaction which substantially increases adhesion to the substrate of areas imaged by radiation. The resulting plate is exhibits high on-press durability suitable for high volume commercial uses without a preheat step prior to development, even when imaged with lower levels of radiation such as violet lasers. A method of preparing a lithographic printing plate includes imagewise exposing the coating on a surface of a hydrophilic substrate to violet radiation and developing in an alkaline aqueous solution without preheating.

Abstract: Polyamides, such as polyamide compositions based on nylon-6 (PA 6) or nylon-6,6 (PA 66) and including melamine cyanurate, natural quartz powder, and glass fibers have improved heat resistance, flame retardancy, and isotropic shrinkage characteristics.

Abstract: Polyethylene is often stabilized with the combination of a primary antioxidant (such as a hindered phenol, a hydroxylamine or a lactone) and a secondary antioxidant (such as a phosphonite, a monophosphite, or a diphosphite). The diphosphite additives are not completely compatible with “linear” polyethylene. This results in “blooming” of the diphosphite to the surface of the finished polyethylene part or polyethylene film. The use of a preblend of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and diphosphite mitigates this problem.

Abstract: The present invention relates to tertiary amines of formula (I) for use in therapy, particularly for use in treating cardiovascular disorders. The compounds have been found to regulate phospholamban phosphorylation by interfering with the A-kinase anchor protein 18delta (AKAP18?) binding to the PKA substrate phospholamban. The compounds share a tri(alkylaryl/alkylheteroaryl) amine structure.

Abstract: The flame-retardant thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer composition includes a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer, (A) a (poly)phosphate compound represented by general formula (1), (B) a (poly)phosphate compound represented by general formula (3), and (C) silicon dioxide. The composition preferably contains (D) zinc oxide. Symbols n, X1, and p in formula (1) and r, Y1, and q in formula (3) are as defined in the description.

Abstract: A halogen-free type polycarbonate resin composition and a resin molded object having good flame retardant properties and physical properties that make them suitable for the use as manufactured products. The resin component includes a component A which is a polycarbonate resin, a component B including organic sulfonic acid or organic sulfonic acid metal salt, whose content is 0.05% or more and 2.0% or less by weight, a component C which is a drip inhibitor, whose content is 0.05% or more and 1.0% or less by weight, and a component D which is a silicone compound, whose content is 0.1% or more and 2.0% or less by weight. Among hydrogen atoms in the silicone compound and the proportion of hydrogen atoms in phenyl groups is 51% or more.

Abstract: Thermoplastic, flame-retarded plastic molding compounds with improved mechanical properties, in particular for LDS applications, are described. The thermoplastic molding compound consists of: (A) 21-81.9 wt. % thermoplastic material, consisting of (A1) 55-100 wt. % polyamide, containing at least 50 wt. % partly aromatic, partly crystalline polyamide; (A2) 0-45 wt. % non-polyamide based thermoplastic material, wherein (A1) and (A2) add up to 100 wt. % component (A); (B) 10-70 wt. % glass fibers; (C) 0.1-10 wt. % LDS additive or a mixture of LDS additives; (D) 8-18 wt. % halogen-free flame retardant; (E) 0-40 wt. % particulate filler, different from (C); (F) 0-2 wt. % other further additives; wherein the sum of (A)-(F) makes up 100 wt. %.

Abstract: An insulated electrical wire that includes a conductor and an insulating layer covering a circumferential surface of the conductor, in which the insulating layer is composed of a resin composition that contains poly(4-methyl-1-pentene) as a main component and a melt mass flow rate of the poly(4-methyl-1-pentene) measured at a temperature of 300° C. and a load of 5 kg according to the 1999 edition of JIS-K 7210 is 50 g/10 min or more and 80 g/10 min or less.

Abstract: A composition for recyclate verification is produced by adding a predetermined quantity of one or more verification compounds to a base resin. Each of the verification compounds is thermally stable over a range of temperatures that includes the maximum processing temperature of the base resin but is less than the degradation temperature of the base resin. In some embodiments, a thermoplastic material provided for verification as a recyclate is analyzed to detect the presence (and, optionally, the loading level) of one or more verification compounds associated with the base resin of the thermoplastic material. In some embodiments, a computer-implemented method for recyclate verification is performed using a computer program product. In some embodiments, a thermoplastic material verified as a recyclate is heated to drive off the verification compound(s), then a known quantity of the verification compound(s) is added to the recyclate, which is then blended with virgin base resin material.

Abstract: A composition for recyclate verification is produced by adding a predetermined quantity of one or more verification compounds to a base resin. Each of the verification compounds is thermally stable over a range of temperatures that includes the maximum processing temperature of the base resin but is less than the degradation temperature of the base resin. In some embodiments, a thermoplastic material provided for verification as a recyclate is analyzed to detect the presence (and, optionally, the loading level) of one or more verification compounds associated with the base resin of the thermoplastic material. In some embodiments, a computer-implemented method for recyclate verification is performed using a computer program product. In some embodiments, a thermoplastic material verified as a recyclate is heated to drive off the verification compound(s), then a known quantity of the verification compound(s) is added to the recyclate, which is then blended with virgin base resin material.

Abstract: The present invention has an object of providing a molded article of a composite structure obtained by bonding a polar thermoplastic resin, especially polyacetal, with another resin in a simple manner. According to the present invention, a molded article of a composite structure obtained by bonding a polar thermoplastic resin and a resin containing an aliphatic ester structure as a main component to each other in the state where at least a face at which both of the materials contact each other is in a melted state can be provided.

Abstract: Polyamide molding compositions, use thereof, and molded parts obtained therefrom Provided is a polyamide molding composition comprising a) at least one semi-crystalline polyamide; b) at least one thermoplastic polyester; c) at least one novolac resin; and d) at least one flat glass fibers as filler, and optionally e) at least one amorphous polyamide and f) at least one additive.

Abstract: Disclosed are a conductive resin composition and a display device using the same. The display device includes a display panel, and a frame having conductivity, in which the display panel is mounted, wherein the frame is formed of a conductive resin composition and the conductive resin composition includes a resin including a polyester copolymer resin, and carbon nanotube (CNT). The conductive resin composition prevents static discharge due to electrical conductivity and improves production efficiency though simplification of the overall manufacturing process. In addition, the conductive resin composition is applicable to thin film molding due to improved moldability and self-extinguishes flames due to flame retardancy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polypiperidine compounds of polymeric type which are capable of conferring to the polymeric materials, particularly to polyolefins, a high stability against photodegradation and oxidative action of air, belong to the HALS category and have general formula (I): wherein p is from 3 to 20; n is from 2 to 12; R and R1, which are the same or different, are selected in the group consisting of hydrogen, linear and branched C1-C12 alkyl groups, alkenyl groups having 3 to 8 carbon atoms and aralkyl groups having 7 to 19 carbon atoms; X and X1, which are the same or different, are selected in the group consisting oxygen and groups of formula (II) wherein R2 is selected in the group consisting of hydrogen, linear and branched C1-C12 alkyl groups, cycloalkyl groups having 5 to 12 carbon atoms and aralkyl groups having 7 to 12 carbon atoms; A represents a —(CH2)a— group wherein a is from 2 to 12, with the proviso that a is different from n; Z is selected in the group co

Abstract: An object is to provide a cloth containing an organic fiber, which is excellent in the oil repellency, dirt-removal property by washing and water-absorbing property, and a textile product produced using the cloth. A means for solution is attaching a specific fluorine-containing polymer to a cloth containing an organic fiber, with a quaternary ammonium salt if desired, and thus making the water-absorbing property in accordance with JIS L1018A method (the instillation method) 60 seconds or less and the oil repellency in accordance with AATCC118-1992 grade 4 or higher.

Abstract: A polyamideimide and polyamide amic acid resin polymer that allows for reduced levels of toxicity in manufacturing. In an embodiment, a coating composition comprises at least one polyamideimide resin, at least one aprotic dialkylamide solvent and at least one co-solvent. In another embodiment, the at least one co-solvent is selected from a group consisting of methyl acetate, n-propyl acetate, t-butyl acetate, iso-butyl acetate, ethyl acetate, isopropyl acetate, methyl lactate, ethyl lactate, n-propyl lactate, isopropyl lactate, n-butyl lactate, isobutyl lactate, t-butyl lactate, cyclohexanone, cyclopentanone, n-butyl acetate, methyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, n-acetyl morpholine, ?-caprolactone and methylcyclohexane.

Abstract: The thermoplastic molding composition comprises, based on the thermoplastic molding composition, a) at least one polyamide, copolyamide or a polyamide-comprising polymer blend as component A, b) from 0.1 to 10% by weight of carbon nanotubes, graphenes or mixtures thereof as component B, c) from 0.1 to 3% by weight of ionic liquids as component C, wherein the thermoplastic molding composition does not comprise any polyamide-12 units.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new impact modifiers and a process for making these new impact modifiers and their use in polymeric compositions. More particularly the present invention relates to a new polymeric impact modifier with a core-shell structure made by a multistage polymerization process comprising at least one gradient polymer. The present invention relates as well to a process preparing such an impact modifier, especially its recovery process after the end of the polymerization. The present invention also relates to a thermoplastic composition comprising the new impact modifier.

Abstract: Antiperspirant products are described that include a dispensing package and an antiperspirant product contained within a chamber component of the dispensing package. The portion of the chamber component that comes into contact with the antiperspirant composition is made from a polymeric resin that is substantially devoid of phosphorus compounds.

Abstract: A composition for recyclate verification is produced by adding a predetermined quantity of one or more verification compounds to a base resin. Each of the verification compounds is thermally stable over a range of temperatures that includes the maximum processing temperature of the base resin but is less than the degradation temperature of the base resin. In some embodiments, a thermoplastic material provided for verification as a recyclate is analyzed to detect the presence (and, optionally, the loading level) of one or more verification compounds associated with the base resin of the thermoplastic material. In some embodiments, a computer-implemented method for recyclate verification is performed using a computer program product. In some embodiments, a thermoplastic material verified as a recyclate is heated to drive off the verification compound(s), then a known quantity of the verification compound(s) is added to the recyclate, which is then blended with virgin base resin material.

Abstract: A xylylenediamine-based polyamide resin/fiber composite material and molding are provided that do not exhibit a decline in properties under high temperatures and high humidities, and that exhibit a high elastic modulus and present little warping, and exhibit better recycle characteristics, a better moldability, and a better productivity than for thermosetting resins. The polyamide resin-type composite material comprises a fibrous material (B) impregnated with a polyamide resin (A) wherein at least 50 mole % of diamine structural units derived from xylylenediamine, and having a number-average molecular weight (Mn) of 6,000 to 30,000, and containing a component of a molecular weight of not more than 1,000 at 0.5 to 5 mass %.

Abstract: A polyester resin composition containing 100 parts by mass of a polyester resin and 0.01 to 10 parts by mass of a 2-amino-1,3,5-triazine derivative of Formula [1]: a polyester resin molded body obtained by the composition, and a crystal nucleating agent including the triazine derivative. A polyester resin composition containing a crystal nucleating agent that makes it possible to produce, with high productivity, a polyester resin molded product that promotes polyester resin crystallization and maintains high transparency after crystallization and is applicable for a wide variety of uses can be provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides reinforcing filler-containing rubber compositions suitable for use in tires, and particularly in tire treads. These rubber compositions comprise a metal carboxylate. The metal carboxylate provides improved processability to the rubber compositions in the form of a reduced Mooney viscosity. In certain exemplary embodiments, these rubber compositions containing the metal carboxylate also have an enhanced elastic modulus (also referred to as the G?). Further, in certain of the enhanced elastic modulus embodiments, the rubber compositions containing the metal carboxylate also have decreased hysteresis loss.

Abstract: The invention relates to polymer compositions for the production of mouldings, in particular spectacles and eye-protection equipment, which comply with the provisions of EN 169 (welder protection standard) and EN 1836/2005 (signal light detection). The compositions and mouldings are in particular processable at temperatures above 265° C., recyclable and have a notched impact strength of at least 65 kJ/cm2, and they comply with the required optical standards mentioned above.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel amino-lipids, compositions comprising such amino-lipids and methods of producing them. In addition, lipid nanoparticles comprising the novel amino-lipids and a biologically active compound are provided, as well as methods of production and their use for intracellular drug delivery.

Abstract: Disclosed are a flame retardant poly(arylene ether) resin composition and a flame retardant non-crosslinked cable. According to the present invention, provided are a flame retardant poly(arylene ether) resin composition to provide flexibility, flame retardancy, productivity, extrusion processability, etc. while maintaining heat resistance, and a flame retardant non-crosslinked cable manufactured using the composition.

Abstract: In various aspects, the invention relates to blended thermoplastic polymer compositions (e.g., polycarbonate or polycarbonate-polysiloxane copolymer compositions) comprising recycled acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) polymer or recycled polystyrene polymer which contain at least one impurity and an acid melt flow stabilizer. The presence of the acid melt flow stabilizer improves the thermal stability of the polymer blend. In various further aspects, blended compositions further comprise a flame retardant. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: A polyolefin microporous membrane that can realize a lithium ion secondary battery having favorable resistance against foreign matters or the like, and high cycle characteristics at a high temperature is provided. The present invention provides a polyolefin microporous membrane having a ratio of tensile strength in a length direction to that in a width direction of 0.75 to 1.25, and a thermal shrinkage rate in the width direction at 120° C. of less than 10%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to zinc(II) complex compounds of the formula Zn(L)x(Y)2-x, wherein the ligand L has the formula (I). Such complex compounds are particularly suitable as catalysts for two-component polyurethane compositions. The invention also relates to two-component polyurethane compositions including at least one polyisocyanate as a first component, at least one polyol as a second component and at least one such zinc(II) complex compound as a catalyst. In addition, the invention relates to various uses of these two-component polyurethane compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a thermoplastic composition having a better mold release performance. The disclosed thermoplastic composition comprises polycarbonate components, an impact modifier and a mold release composition. Also disclosed is a method for making the disclosed thermoplastic composition and an article of manufacture comprising the disclosed polymer composition.

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

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising a) at least one polyoxymethylene (A) having terminal OH-groups of more than 15 mmol/kg, b) at least one coupling agent (B), c) one or more hindered amine light stabilizer (C) having a molecular weight ranging from 500 to 1000 g/mol, and d) optionally at least one reinforcing fiber (D).