Abstract: Substituted hydroxylamine ester stabilizers corresponding to the formula ##STR1## wherein n is 0-2, X is a direct bond, --S-- or --CH.sub.2 S--, R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aralkyl, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are independently alkyl, cycloalkyl or aralkyl, and R.sub.5 is hydrogen or the group ##STR2## are effective in stabilizing organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation.

Abstract: Disclosed are poly-methine compounds having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is an unsubstituted or substituted alkoxycarbonyl, cycloalkoxycarbonyl or aryloxycarbonyl radical; an unsubstituted or substituted carbamoyl radical; or an unsubstituted or substituted alkylsulfonyl, cycloalkylsulfonyl or arylsulfonyl radical, or an unsubstituted or substituted aryl radical;R.sup.2 is an unsubstituted or substituted alkyl, cycloalkyl or aryl radical;R.sup.3 is hydrogen, alkyl, --OR.sup.2 or halogen; andL is an organic linking group bonded by non-oxo carbon atoms to the oxygen atoms adjacent to L. Also disclosed are admixtures of about 100 to 10,000 ppm of at least one of the poly-methine compounds and certain condensation polymers. The resulting polymer compositions are useful to protect substrates or materials susceptible to degradation by ultraviolet light.

Abstract: Compounds of formula ##STR1## wherein a and b are each independently of the other halogen, --CH.sub.3, --C.sub.2 H.sub.5, --OCH.sub.3, --OC.sub.2 H.sub.5 or the group of formula --NHCO--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, c and d are each independently of the other hydrogen, halogen, --CH.sub.3, --C.sub.2 H.sub.5, --OCH.sub.3, --OC.sub.2 H.sub.5 or the group of formula --NHCO--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, and R.sup.1 is --CH.sub.3, phenyl, --COOCH.sub.3, --COOC.sub.2 H.sub.5, --NHCO--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or --CONH--C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, and R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, unsubstituted or substituted by a chlorine atom or a --OH group, or are C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 aralkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 cycloalkyl, phenyl or phenyl which is substituted by 1 to 3 halogen atoms or methyl or methoxy groups, or is a heterocyclic radical of the benzimidazole, benzoxazole, benzthiazole or pyridine series, or R.sup.3 and R.sup.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are stretched poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer films and a production processes thereof, said block copolymer film comprising a thermoplastic material composed of (A) 100 parts by weight of a particular poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer, (B) up to 100 parts by weight of at least one other thermoplastic resin, and (C) up to 15 parts by weight of at least one filler.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are melt-stable thermoplastic resin compositions comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a particular poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer, (B) --400 parts by weight of at least one of thermoplastic resins, and (C) 0-400 parts by weight of at least one filler per 100 parts by weight of the resin components. At least either one of Component (B) and Component (C) is contained in a proportion of at least 0.1 part by weight per 100 parts by weight of Component (A). The poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer alternately comprise at least one poly(arylene thioether-ketone) block having predominant recurring units of the formula ##STR1## wherein the --CO-- and --S-- are in the para position to each other and at least one poly(arylene thioether) block having predominant recurring units of the formula ##STR2## Also disclosed are compositions obtained by stabilizing by the melt-stable thermoplastic resin compositions with a basic compound and products molded or formed product from these compositions.

Abstract: Toluene sulfonate salts of 2-alkyl imidazolines, e.g., 2-undecyl-4,4,5,5-tetramethyl imidazoline, are described. These compounds may be used as internal or external antistatic agents for fibers, e.g., acrylic fibers, and synthetic polymers, e.g., polystyrene.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer fibers formed by melt-spinning a thermoplastic material composed of (A) 100 parts by weight of a particular poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer, (B) up to 50 parts by weight of at least one other thermoplastic resin and (C) up to 10 parts by weight of at least one filler.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer fibers formed by melt-spinning a thermoplastic material composed of (A) 100 parts by weight of a particular poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer, (B) up to 50 parts by weight of at least one other thermoplastic resin and (C) up to 10 parts by weight of at least one filler.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are stretched poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer films and production processes thereof, said block copolymer film comprising a thermoplastic material composed of (A) 100 parts by weight of a particular poly(arylene thioether) block copolymer, (B) up to 100 parts by weight of at least one other thermoplastic resin, and (C) up to 15 parts by weight of at least one filler.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adhesive composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a polyester-polyurethane having an isocyanate group (--NCO) and 0.002-20 parts by weight of a halogenating agent, suitably used for the adhesion of polyolefin materials which are difficult to glue, such as car molding and base materials for electrostatic flocked products, the adhesion of trimming, the adhesion of rubber products and others.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein the substituents are defined hereinbelow. These compounds are used as accelerators in epoxy resin compositions, comprising (a) an epoxy resin, (b) dicyandiamide and optionally (c) solvents, fillers, reinforcement materials or inert materials, pigments or aids, for the production of moldings.

Abstract: The instant invention is directed to a method for preparing free-flowing, water-soluble polymer gels comprising:(a) reducing the size of water-soluble polymer gels by a size-reduction means, so as to produce polymer gel particles which are less than 1/2 inch in their longest dimension; and(b) adding to the size-reduced polymer gels of Step (a) 0.001 to 20 percent, by weight, of an amphipathic compound, thereby reducing the adhesion of said gel particles to themselves and other substances.

Abstract: The present invention relates to olefin polymers stabilized with polysiloxanes containing sterically hindered heterocyclic moieties, said polysiloxanes represented by the general formula M*.sub.v D.sub.x D*.sub.y T.sub.z Q.sub.w M*.sub.v.

Abstract: A substantially nonthixotropic composition capable of minimizing the amount of airborne asbestos particles released during removal of asbestos from a structural unit and encapsulating the removed asbestos to permanently prevent the release of airborne asbestos particles. The composition includes (i) a major proportion of water, (ii) a nonionic-surfactant-stabilized latex, such as a latex of styrene butyl rubber, having a viscosity of less than about 300 cps and a maximum particle size of less than about 0.4 microns, (iii) sufficient nonionic surfactant to reduce the surface tension of the composition to less than about 40 dynes per cm, and (iv) a cationic surfactant. Optionally, the composition may further include a defoamant, a corrosion inhibitor, a pH buffering agent, a freezing point depressant and/or a dye.

Abstract: Disclosed are a novel monomer, and oxygen-permeable copolymers made therefrom, as well as contact lenses made from said copolymers, wherein the novel monomer has the formula: ##STR1##

Abstract: Chlorine-containing polymer containing (a) at least one compound of the formula I ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkyl, phenyl or phenyl which is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl or halogen, n is 1 or 2 and, if n is 1, R is C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkyl which is substituted by --OH or --SH, C.sub.2 -C.sub.20 -alkyl which is interrupted by ##STR2## phenyl, phenyl which is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, benzyl, benzyl which is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkyl or --NR.sup.2 R.sup.3 in which R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are identical or different and are as defined for R.sup.1, and, if n is 2, R is a direct bond, C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 -alkylene, C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 -alkylene which is substituted by phenyl, benzyl, --OH, C.sub.1 14 C.sub.4 -alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -acyloxy, phenylsulfonyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkylsulfonyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 -alkylene which is interrupted by ##STR3## in which R.sup.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stabilized polyolefin composition, which composition is stabilized against deterioration caused by contact with heavy metals and improved in coloration properties. This is achieved by blending a polyolefin with:(A) a phenolic compound represented by the formula (I), ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents a C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkyl group, (B) a metal deactivator having one or more ##STR2## groups in the side chain, and (C) a sulfur-containing compound represented by the formula (II-1), (II-2), (II-3) or (II-4): ##STR3## wherein R.sub.2 represents a C.sub.4 -C.sub.20 alkyl group, ##STR4## wherein R.sub.3 represents a C.sub.4 -C.sub.20 alkyl group, ##STR5## wherein R.sub.4 represents a C.sub.3 -C.sub.18 alkyl group, and R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 independently represent a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl group, ##STR6## wherein R.sub.7 represents a C.sub.3 -C.sub.18 alkyl group.

Abstract: Photostabilized polymers, including polyurethanes and plastics coatings, contain as photostabilizer one or more compounds of the formula ##STR1## or a novel imidazole-2-carboxanilide of the formula ##STR2##

Abstract: Compositions of thermoplastic polymers comprising, in mixture, a thermoplastic polymer and a mixture of self-extinguishability-conferring additives, formed by:ammonium phosphate or ammonium polyphosphate: ##STR1## (wherein p is preferably equal to or greater than 50); phosphorus-containing compound definable by means of the general formula: ##STR2## (wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 have the meaning as indicated in the disclosure).

Abstract: Substituted (4-hydroxyphenylthioalkyl) derivatives of the formula ##STR1## are prepared by the reaction of the appropriate ring and hydroxybenzene thiol compounds and are useful stabilizers of organic materials.

Abstract: (1) Curable bisimide resins comprise a mixture of(a) 5 to 95% of at least one bisimide of the general formula I ##STR1## in which B represents a divalent radical containing a carbon-carbon double bond and A is a divalent radical containing at least two carbon atoms and(b) 95 to 5% of a polyhydantoin polymer of formula II ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1 represents an aromatic hydrocarbon radical, R.sub.2 represents hydrogen or an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, R.sub.3 represents an aromatic hydrocarbon radical, an alkyl radical having 4 to 10 carbon atoms optionally interrupted by one or more oxygen or sulphur atoms, and X is an integer of from 20 to 5000.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I or II, ##STR1## wherein m is 1 or 2, A is branched or unbranched 1,2- or 1,3-alkylene, or o-phenylene, E is a group III or IIIa, R is hydrogen or methyl, R.sup.1 and R.sup.3 are hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, aralkyl, alkanoyl, alkenoyl, benzoyl or cyanomethyl, R.sup.2 is a radical of valency m and R.sup.4 is a monovalent radical, are effective processing stabilizers for polymers, in particular for polyolefins, and additionally have a stabilizing action against damage by light.

Abstract: Compositions comprising an amine-reactive vinyl polymer and a polyfunctional amine crosslinker when combined with a benzotriazole or a polypyridyl, alone, or in further combination with 2-hydroxypyridine cure into coatings having superior corrosion resistance.

Abstract: The method is directed to a method of forming a hermetic flux-sintered ceramic multilayer structure with internal copper conductor comprising:(a) forming at least one green ceramic layer comprised of a thermoplastic organic binder having dispersed therein a finely divided ceramic powder and a low melting flux;(b) forming on the surface of a first green ceramic layer a pattern of copper-based conductor paste comprised of fine copper powder, a non-cellulosic binder, and a solvent for the non-cellulosic binder which is a nonsolvent for the thermoplastic organic binder in the green ceramic layer;(c) laminating a second green ceramic layer on the surface of the first ceramic layer to sandwich the pattern therebetween;(d) heating the composite structure in an ambient gas comprising a dry buffered gas mixture whereby maintaining an oxygen partial pressure sufficient to remove the organics but not to oxidize the copper.

Abstract: The invention relates to an .alpha.-cyanoacylate adhesive which is fluorescent in ultraviolet light.

Abstract: Organic pigments are prepared by dissolving at least one organic pigment in a non-protonic polar solvent in the presence of a caustic alkali and water, and adding to the solution an acid having an acrylic resin dissolved therein to effect neutralization and reprecipitation.

Abstract: Polymeric compositions comprised of particularly disclosed oil-soluble polymers and specific oil-soluble acrylate polymerization products are disclosed. The oil-soluble polymer (A) is a polymer selected from the group consisting of a non-aromatic mono-olefin having at least three carbon atoms, and a copolymer of the non-aromatic mono-olefin with an aromatic monoolefin, the polymer having a number average molecular weight of about 500 to about 100,000. The oil-soluble acrylate polymerization product (B) is at least one ester of the formula CH.sub.2 .dbd.C(X)--COOR wherein X is hydrogen or an alkyl or aryl group, and R is a monovalent hydrocarbyl group containing at least four carbon atoms, or an ether derivative of said hydrocarbyl group. The components (A) and (B) are preferably present in a weight ratio of (A):(B) of about 20:1 to about 1:10.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I ##STR1## wherein R is --COOCH.sub.3, --COOC.sub.2 H.sub.5 or methyl, R.sub.1 is --COOR.sub.3, R.sub.2 is hydrogen, methyl or ethyl and R.sub.3 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.22 alkyl, are suitable for stabilizing organic polymers, in particular chlorinated thermoplastics, against the influence of heat and/or light.

Abstract: A polyolefin resin composition comprising a polyolefin modified with an unsaturated carboxylic acid, at least one member selected from the group consisting of polyepoxides, polyisocyanates, and polyamines, and a reinforcement.

Abstract: A method for the production of reformed p-vinylphenol polymers which are lightened in color comprising treating a p-vinylphenol polymer under heating at about 150.degree. C. to about 350.degree. C. in the presence of an amine, and if optionally, in the additional presence of an acid compound and/or a reducing agent, and if necessary, in the additional presence of an inert solvent.

Abstract: Concentrated aqueous solutions of sulfo-containing melamine-formaldehyde condensates containing hydantoin derivatives to prolong their shelf life.These melamine-formaldehyde condensates are predominantly used as additives in inorganic binders to improve their flow and strength properties.

Abstract: A copper-type conductive coating composition which comprises:(A) a copper powder with hydrogen loss of at most 0.2% by weight or a copper powder with its oxidized surface layer removed by treatment with an organic carboxylic acid,(B) a coating binder resin, and(C) an antioxidant selected from triazoles represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein Y is a hydroxyl group, a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl group or a halogen atom, and a is an integer of 1 to 3, and trithiophosphites represented by the formula: ##STR2## wherein each of R.sub.1 to R.sub.3 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.30 alkyl group or an allyl group.

Abstract: Process for lowering the viscosity of coating solutions containing a thixotropy-causing filler for the production of light-sensitive reproduction materials by adding at least one compound corresponding to one of the following formulas: ##STR1## wherein R is a linear saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon chain having 2 to 12 carbon atoms, optionally substituted in which one or more carbon atoms can be replaced by N(R.sub.5), O, S, and/or an aromatic radial, or a 5 to 8 membered aliphatic ring.R.sub.1 to R.sub.4 are H, alkyl, aryl, and aralkyl, whereby R.sub.1 to R.sub.4 can be the same or different;R.sub.5 is R.sub.1 to R.sub.4 ;R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are R.sub.1 to R.sub.4, --(CHR.sub.8).sub.p --OH;p is 1 to 6;q and r are 1 to 6 and can be the same or different;R.sub.8 is H, alkyl;R.sub.9 and R.sub.10 are H, alkyl, --(CHR.sub.8).sub.p --OH.

Abstract: Poly(arylene sulfide) compositions are disclosed having a combination of good cracking resistance and electrical insulation resistance. Such compositions have a variety of uses including uses in molded electrical components.

Abstract: This invention relates to flame resistant moulding compounds produced from mixtures of styrene polymers halogenated organic compounds, special polyphosphonic acid amides and optionally conventional additives.

Abstract: The instant invention is directed to a method for preparing free-flowing, water-soluble polymer gels comprising:(a) reducing the size of water-soluble polymer gels by a size-reduction means, so as to produce polymer gel particles which are less than 1/2 inch in their longest dimension; and(b) adding to the size-reduced polymer gels of Step (a) 0.001 to 20 percent, by weight, of an amphipathic compound, thereby reducing the adhesion of said gel particles to themselves and other substances.The instant invention is also directed to a free-flowing, water-soluble polymer gel admixture comprising:(a) size-reduced, water-soluble polymer gel particles, wherein said gel particles are less than 1/2 inch in their longest dimension; and(b) an amphipathic compound.

Abstract: A copper-type conductive coating composition which comprises:(A) a copper powder with hydrogen loss of at most 0.2% by weight or a copper powder with its oxidized surface layer removed by treatment with an organic carboxylic acid,(B) a coating binder resin, and(C) an antioxidant selected from triazoles represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein Y is a hydroxyl group, a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl group or a halogen atom, and a is an integer of 1 to 3, and trithiophosphites represented by the formula: ##STR2## wherein each of R.sub.1 to R.sub.3 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.30 alkyl group or an allyl group.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I or II, ##STR1## wherein m is 1 or 2, A is branched or unbranched 1,2- or 1,3-alkylene, or o-phenylene, E is a group III or IIIa, R is hydrogen or methyl, R.sup.1 and R.sup.3 are hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, aralkyl, alkanoyl, alkenoyl, benzoyl or cyanomethyl, R.sup.2 is a radical of valency m and R.sup.4 is a monovalent radical, are effective processing stabilizers for polymers, in particular for polyolefins, and additionally have a stabilizing action against damage by light.

Abstract: Additives for rubber compositions, giving vulcanizates having improved retention of optimum physical properties, are compounds having the formula R--S--B--S--R where B is an organic bridging group and R is an electron-withdrawing group, for example CN, CCl.sub.3, a radical containing an activated methylene group linked to the sulphur atom or the enolic tautomer of a keto-activated methylene group. Also useful as stabilizing agents are oligomeric analogues of such compounds.

Abstract: Polycarbonate-based compositions the fire-resistance of which is improved with small but effective amounts of a urazole salt having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R and R' are the same or different and are hydrogen, an alkyl group having from one to six carbon atoms, phenyl, or halosubstituted phenyl, and M is an alkali metal, many of such fire-resistive polycarbonates being transparent, together with method for preparing such fire-resistive polycarbonates.

Abstract: Substantially homogeneous aqueous composition for use in imparting coherency to textile filaments, and textile yarns having dried coatings thereon of such composition; the composition comprising a major amount of an emulsifiable textile finishing oil and a minor amount of water dissipatable polymer.

Abstract: Stabilizer systems containing at least two Ni-containing light-stabilizers in which nickel (which, in class 2, optionally contains an additional ligand) forms a complex compound with a compound selected from the group consisting of the classes:(1) 2-hydroxy-4-alkoxybenzophenones(2) 2,2'-thiobis[4-alkylphenols](3) 3,5-dialkyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid monoalkyl esters(4) 3,5-dialkyl-4-hydroxybenzylphosphonic acid monoalkyl esters(5) 1-phenyl-3-methyl-4-acyl-5-hydroxypyrazole,in which the radicals generally contained are appropriately substituted. After being incorporated into the corresponding polyolefins, these stabilizer systems have a synergistic effect which prevents or at least greatly retards decomposition initiated by light and/or oxygen.

Abstract: The polyamide polymers, notably the nylons, are effectively heat stabilized, characteristically with good retention of mechanical properties, by formulating therewith stabilizing amounts of (i) at least one lanthanide or yttrium-based compound and (ii) at least one ammonium, or alkali or alkaline earth metal halide.

Abstract: This invention relates to polyarylene sulphides (PPS) produced in known manner from optionally substituted halogen benzenes and aromatic polyhalogen compounds, optionally in combination with other polymers, fillers and/or reinforcing fibres, which contain certain N-containing organic bases for reducing the elimination levels of acidic, corrosion-producing volatile constituents and for improving the flow properties thereof.

Abstract: An aqueous brine fluid, particularly useful as a drilling fluid, and containing a high salt concentration, a vinyl sulfonate amide copolymer such as a water soluble copolymer of acrylamidomethylpropanesulfonic acid salts, and a thermal stability enhancing additive, is provided. The aqueous brine fluid is particularly useful at elevated temperatures in the range of about 150.degree.-220.degree. C.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing carbon black as a reinforcing filler and a quaternary ammonium salt as a coupling agent and a method of making it are disclosed.

Abstract: Polymeric compositions are described which comprise a mixture of(A) at least one oil-soluble polymer which is a homopolymer of a non-aromatic monoolefin or a copolymer of said non-aromatic monoolefin with an aromatic monoolefin, and(B-1) at least one nitrogen-containing ester of a carboxy-containing interpolymer, and/or(B-2) at least one oil-soluble acrylate polymerization product of at least one acrylate ester, or a mixture of one or more of (B-1) and (B-2). The polymeric compositions of the invention also may contain(C) an effective amount of at least one viscosity-reducing liquid organic diluent such as a naphthenic oil or an alkylated aromatic material.

Abstract: The polyamides are fireproofed and, e.g., phosphine-inhibited, by formulating red phosphorus and at least one lanthanide or yttrium compound therewith.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##STR1## are disclosed as light stabilizers for polymers normally subject to degradation by light.

Abstract: Ultraviolet-absorbing stabilizers of the formula E--(G--R).sub.n, L--(G--E).sub.m, or [G--E.sub.1 --G--Q].sub.p where E is a radical derived from an oxanilide, benzalmalonate, .alpha.-cyanocinnamate or o-hydroxyphenylbenzotriazole, E.sub.1 is a radical derived from an oxanilide, G is --OCH.sub.2 CHOH--, R is alkyl, phenyl or --CH.sub.2 OT where T is alkyl or alkenyl, n is 1 or 2, m is 2 or 3, L is a direct bond, alkylene or other bis or tris radical, Q has the same meaning as L when m is 2, and p is 1 to 4, are particularly resistant to loss during weathering of outdoor thermoset or theromplastic coating systems while exhibiting good stabilization efficacy and compatibility in said systems.