Abstract: The alpha crystalline modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl)phosphite! is obtained by crystallizing said compound from selected solvents, preferably from a mixture of an aromatic hydrocarbon solvent and a lower alkanol.The alpha crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: The new crystalline modification of 1,1',1"-nitrilo{tri-2-propyl-tris[2,2'-ethylidene-bis(4,6-di-tert-butylphe nyl)]phosphite} is obtained by crystallizing said compound from the melt at elevated temperatures.This crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: The new amorphous modification of 1,1',1"-nitrilo{tri-2-propyl-tris-[2,2'-ethylidene-bis(4,6-di-tert-butylph enyl)]phosphite } is obtained by cooling rapidly said compound from the melt to ambient temperature.This amorphous form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: The beta crystalline form of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl) phosphite] is obtained by the thermal treatment of the phosphite compound at 125.degree. C. in the absence of any solvent.The beta crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: Halogen-free, flame-resistant polymeric compositions contain an intumescence flameproofing system which comprises ammonium polyphosphate and an organophosphorus nitrogen component. The organophosphorus nitrogen component here is a phosphoric acid polyester according to the formula ##STR1## In these formulae, R is CH.sub.2, C.sub.2 H.sub.4 or C.sub.3 H.sub.6, while m is 1 to 10 and n is 1 to 6.

Abstract: Novel cyclic pyrophosphite of formula I ##STR1## are prepared from the corresponding 6-chloro and 6-oxo phosphepins or phosphocins. The cyclic pyrophosphites are effective process stabilizers for organic materials subject to thermal, oxidative or actinic induced degradation, particularly polyolefins and especially polypropylene.

Abstract: A solid amorphous phosphite stabilizer composition is provided which exhibits enhanced hydrolytic stability. The stabilizer composition preferably contains from 10 to 99.9 percent by weight of a phosphorous compound selected from phosphites and phosphonites, and preferably contains from 0.1 to 10 percent by weight of an aliphatic polyamine. The stabilizer composition exhibits enhanced hydrolytic stability, and is preferably in the form of powders or flakes. The stabilizer composition is useful as an additive to polymeric resins as an antioxidant stabilizer.

Abstract: Neoalkyl phosphite provided which exhibit improved levels of stability. The phosphites are hindered and are useful in stabilizing thermoplastic compositions.

Abstract: Carbohydrate substituted dibenzo[d,f][1,3,2]dioxaphosphepin compounds of formula I ##STR1## where A is a carbohydrate residue are effective stabilizers for polymers processed at elevated temperatures and subject to thermal or oxidative degradation.

Abstract: The gamma crystalline modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl)phosphite] is obtained by crystallizing or recrystallizing said compound from an alkanol of 4 to 8 carbon atoms.The gamma crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: Organic phosphorus compounds of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are, the same or different, a C.sub.1-8 straight chain or branched chain alkyl group, an optionally substituted C.sub.6-12 aryl group; and A represents a bond, a lower alkylene group or --(OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2).sub.n -- group, (n is an integer of 1 to 5), which are useful as flame-retardants.

Abstract: A process for producing a (co)polycarbonate or a (co)polyestercarbonate having a high molecular weight and excellent hue, heat stability and mechanical properties by reacting a dihydroxyl compound with a diester of carbonic acid and/or a diester of dicarbonic acid in the presence of a transesterification catalyst, wherein at least part of the reaction process is conducted in the presence of a specified organic phosphorus compound, or, in the presence of a specified organic phosphorus compound and a hindered phenol compound. A (co)polycarbonate or (co)polyester-carbonate composition having excellent hue, heat stability and mechanical properties, comprising a (co)polycarbonate and/or a (co)polyestercarbonate and, a specified organic phosphorus compound, or, a specified organic phosphorus compound and a hindered phenol compound.

Abstract: A process for producing a (co)polycarbonate or a (co)polyestercarbonate having a high molecular weight and excellent hue, heat stability and mechanical properties by reacting a dihydroxyl compound with a diester of carbonic acid and/or a diester of dicarbonic acid in the presence of a transesterification catalyst, wherein at least part of the reaction process is conducted in the presence of a specified organic phosphorus compound, or, in the presence of a specified organic phosphorus compound and a hindered phenol compound. A (co)polycarbonate or (co)polyester-carbonate composition having excellent hue, heat stability and mechanical properties, comprising a (co)polycarbonate and/or a (co)polyestercarbonate and, a specified organic phosphorus compound, or, a specified organic phosphorus compound and a hindered phenol compound.

Abstract: The amorphous solid modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl)phosphite] is obtained by melting said compound and rapidly cooling the melt.The amorphous solid is an effective process stabilizer for organic materials, especially polyolefins and particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: Carbohydrate substituted dibenzo[d,g][1,3,2]dioxaphosphocin compounds of formula I ##STR1## where A is a carbohydrate residue are effective stabilizers for polymers processed at elevated temperatures and subject to thermal or oxidative degradation.

Abstract: New phosphorous organic amides of a specific formula and their use as stabilizers for polymers and, other organic materials.

Abstract: The beta crystalline modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl) phosphite] is obtained by crystallizing said compound from the melt at elevated temperatures.The beta crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: A composition, having good weatherability properties, comprisinga) one or more compounds of formula I ##STR1## in which m is 1;n is 0 or 1;p is 0;each R or R.sup.1 independently, is a group derived from an aliphatic, alicyclic or aromatic alcohol containing one or two OH groups; whereby the two --OH groups are not positioned to be able to form a P-containing ring;or both groups R form a group derived from an aliphatic, alicyclic or aromatic alcohol containing two OH groups in such a position that they can form a cyclic group with a single phosphorus atom;Y is --O--, --S--, --CH(R.sub.5)-- or --C.sub.6 H.sub.4 --;where R.sub.5 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-8 alkyl or COOR.sub.6 and R.sub.6 is C.sub.1-8 alkyl; andb) a polymeric material.

Abstract: The alpha crystalline modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl) O"phosphite] is obtained by crystallizing said compound from selected solvents, preferably from a mixture of an aromatic hydrocarbon solvent and a lower alkanol.The alpha crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: The gamma crystalline modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl)phosphite] is obtained by crystallizing or recrystallizing said compound from an alkanol of 4 to 8 carbon atoms.The gamma crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: New organic phosphites of a specific formula are used as stabilizers for polymers and other organic materials.

Abstract: The beta crystalline modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tertbutyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2,2 '-diyl) phosphite] is obtained by crystallizing said compound from the melt at elevated temperatures.The beta crystalline form is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: There are disclosed novel compounds of formula I ##STR1## wherein n is 0, 1 or 2, R and R.sub.1 are each independently of the other C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or, when taken together, are a 2,3-dehydropentamethylene radical,R.sub.2 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl, andR.sub.3 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl, R.sub.4, R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7, if n=1, are each independently of one another hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, or, if n=0 and if n=2, are hydrogen,as stabilisers for protecting organic materials against thermal, oxidative or light-induced degradation.

Abstract: A process for producing a (co)polycarbonate or a (co)polyestercarbonate having a high molecular weight and excellent hue, heat stability and mechanical properties by reacting a dihydroxyl compound with a diester of carbonic acid and/or a diester of dicarbonic acid in the presence of a transesterification catalyst, wherein at least part of the reaction process is conducted in the presence of a specified organic phosphorus compound, or, in the presence of a specified organic phosphorus compound and a hindered phenol compound. A (co)polycarbonate or (co)polyester-carbonate composition having excellent hue, heat stability and mechanical properties, comprising a (co)polycarbonate and/or a (co)polyestercarbonate and, a specified organic phosphorus compound, or, a specified organic phosphorus compound and a hindered phenol compound.

Abstract: The amorphous solid modification of 2,2',2"-nitrilo[triethyl-tris-(3,3',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2, 2'-diyl)phosphite] is obtained by melting said compound and rapidly cooling the melt.The amorphous solid is an effective process stabilizer for polyolefins, particularly polypropylene.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aromatic polycarbonate composition which is stabilized by adding to an aromatic polycarbonate (containing substantially no chlorine atom) a very slight amount of at least one compound selected from a phosphorous acid diester and a phosphorous acid monoester and at least one compound selected from a phenolic antioxidant, a phosphorous acid triester and an organic phosphonite. This composition has the characteristics that molded products made therefrom are superior in hot-water resistance and steam resistance and recycling molding thereof causes substantially no coloration. Thus, this composition is high in industrial applicability.

Abstract: The flameproofed, non-dripping polyalkylene terephthalate molding compounds according to the invention based on phosphoric acid esters may be used for the production of moldings. The fire behavior of the polyalkylene terephthalate molding compounds is improved by the addition of certain phosphoric acid esters, a surprising reduction in the phosphorus content of the molding compounds being achieved at the same time, particularly in combination with highly heat-resistant thermoplastics.

Abstract: New organic phosphites of the formula ##STR1## are used as stabilizers for polymers and other organic materials. The definition of groups R, R', and R.sub.1 may be found in the disclosure.

Abstract: A flame retardant composition comprises at least one cyclic phosphonate ester and at least one phosphono amide. The ester and the amide are present in a ratio by weight of 0.1 to 2:1. A co-curing agent (e.g. urea, ethylene urea or an amino-triazine) may be included. The composition may also contain a non-rewetting agent and/or a softening or conditioning agent. The composition is used for the flame retardant treatment of a fabric by first impregnating the fabric with an aqueous solution of the composition and then heating the impregnated fabric at at least 100.degree. C. and under acid pH conditions.

Abstract: This invention relates to aliphatic polycarbonates including sequential copolymers based on cyclic aliphatic carbonates and esters and block copolymers of blocks of polymerised cyclic aliphatic carbonates and blocks of polymerised vinyl compounds stabilized against thermal degradation containing 0.01 to 3.0% by weight, based on polymer, of a compound of trivalent phosphorus.

Abstract: Flame retardant compositions comprise linear alternating polymers of carbon monoxide and at least one ethylenically unsaturated hydrocarbon and a minor quantity, relative to the polymer, of a thermally stable cyclic phosphonate ester and polytetrafluoroethylene resin.

Abstract: Polyvinyl chloride resin stabilizer compositions are provided, comprising a 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl piperidinyl compound and an ammonium or metal perchlorate; and also stabilized polyvinyl chloride resin compositions containing such stabilizers, and optionally including a plasticizer, and particularly as molded articles with polyurethane foam backing.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel bis-cyclic phosphite compounds having the formula ##STR1## wherein each R.sup.1 is independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, aralkyl, aryl, carboxy, alkoxycarbonyl or halogen;each R.sup.2 is independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, aralkyl, alkoxy, aryl, carboxyl, alkoxycarbonyl or halogen;each R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 is alkyl; andA is 1,3- or 1,4-phenylene.Also disclosed are synthetic polymeric materials stabilized with one or more of the above compounds.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel cyclic phosphite compounds having the formula ##STR1## wherein each R.sup.1 is independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, aralkyl, aryl, carboxy, alkoxycarbonyl or halogen;each R.sup.2 is independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, aralkyl, alkoxy, aryl, carboxy, alkoxycarbonyl or halogen;R.sup.3 is (a) hydrogen, alkyl, cyclohexyl or aryl when n is 1; (b) alkylene, cyclohexylene, cyclohexylenedialkylene, arylene or a divalent group having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are defined above and A.sup.2 is 1,3- or 1,4-phenylene when n is 2; (c) alkanetriyl when n is 3; or alkanetetrayl when n is 4;n is 1, 2, 3 or 4; andA.sup.1 is 1,3-phenylene.Also disclosed are synthetic polymeric materials stabilized with one of the above compounds and phosphite chloride compounds from which the above compounds are prepared.

Abstract: Cyclic carbonate oligomers are stabilized according to the present invention by admixing a composition containing cyclic carbonate oligomers with an amount of an organic phosphite sufficient to substantially prevent premature polymerization of the oligomers.

Abstract: Flame-resistant, thermoplastic polyamide moulding materials which contain 0.01-4% by weight of polyphenylene oxides as flameproofing agent and which are prepared by mixing the components in the melt.

Abstract: Polyphenylene sulfide resin compositions are provided having improved light stability and comprising an alkylidene bis(benzotriazolyl phenol) having the formula: ##STR1## wherein: R.sub.1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and alkyl having from one to about eleven carbon atoms;R.sub.2 is selected from the group consisting of alkyl having from one to about twelve carbon atoms; and arylalkyl having from seven to about eighteen carbon atoms; andX is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen; halogen; alkyl having from one to about twelve carbon atoms; aryl alkyl having from seven to about eighteen carbon atoms; alkoxy having from one to about twelve carbon atoms; phenoxy; arylalkoxy having from seven to about eighteen carbon atoms; and phenyl.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I ##STR1## in which n is 1, 2 or 3, R.sup.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -alkyl, cyclohexyl or .alpha.-methylcyclohexyl and, if n is 1, X is a group of the formula II or III ##STR2## in which R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 independently of one another are C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 -alkyl or cyclohexyl, Y is a direct bond, --S--, >S.dbd.O or a radical --CR.sup.4 R.sup.5 -- in which R.sup.4 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 -cycloalkyl, phenyl or benzyl and R.sup.5 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 -alkyl, and Z is 1,2-alkylene or 1,3-alkylene having not more than 15 carbon atoms or o-phenylene, and, if n is 2, X is a group of the formula IV or V ##STR3## in which R.sup.6 is methyl or ethyl, and, if n is 3, X is a phosphorus atom, are suitable for stabilizing organic material against light-induced and/or thermo-oxidative degradation.

Abstract: 1,3,2-oxazaphospholidine derivatives of the formula ##STR1## are effective in stabilizing organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation, said derivatives being particularly effective as color improvers and process stabilizers in organic materials containing phenolic antioxidants.

Abstract: Polycarbonate resin compositions are provided having improved light stability and comprising an alkylidene bis(benzotriazolyl phenol)having the formula: ##STR1## wherein: R.sub.1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and alkyl having from one to about eleven carbon atoms;R.sub.2 is selected from the group consisting of alkyl having from one to about twelve carbon atoms; and arylalkyl having from seven to about eighteen carbon atoms; andX is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen; halogen; alkyl having from one to about twelve carbon atoms; aryl alkyl having from seven to about eighteen carbon atoms; alkoxy having from one to about twelve carbon atoms; phenoxy; arylalkoxy having from seven to about eighteen carbon atoms; and phenyl.

Abstract: Bis-(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-piperidyl)diimides are provided, having the formula: ##STR1## in which R is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen; oxyl; alkyl and alkenyl having from one to about eighteen carbon atoms; epoxy and hydroxyalkyl having from two to about eight carbon atoms; acyl having from two to about eight carbon atoms; and phenalkyl having from seven to about twelve carbon atoms; and Z is a tetravalent aliphatic or cycloaliphatic hydrocarbon group having from two to about eighteen carbon atoms; and stabilizer and synthetic polymer compositions containing such diimides having improved resistance to deterioration when exposed to light.

Abstract: 1,3,2-oxazaphospholidine derivatives of the formula ##STR1## are effective in stabilizing organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation, said derivatives being particularly effective as color improvers and process stabilizers in organic materials containing phenolic antioxidants.

Abstract: Cyclic bis and tris phosphites are provided having the formula: ##STR1## wherein: A is selected from the group consisting of sulfur; oxygen; alkylidene having from one to about six carbon atoms; cycloalkylidene having from three to about eight carbon atoms; and phenyl and alkyl phenyl alkylidene having from seven to about fourteen carbon atoms;R is selected from the group consisting of alkyl having from one to about eighteen carbon atoms; cycloalkyl having from three to about eight carbon atoms; and phenalkylidene and alkyl phenalkylidene having from seven to about twelve carbon atoms;R.sub.1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen; alkyl having from one to about eighteen carbon atoms; cycloalkyl having from three to about eight carbon atoms; and phenalkylidene and alkyl phenalkylidene having from seven to about twelve carbon atoms;n is 2 or 3;R.sub.2 is ##STR2## wherein: m=0 when n is 2; and 1 when n is 3;R.sub.3, R.sub.4, R.sub.5, R.sub.

Abstract: A halogen-free self-extinguishing thermoplastic composition comprising as the flame retardant, one or more phosphorus-containing compounds or elemental phosphorous, a polyphenylene ether, a styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer, a phenol/aldehyde resin, a terpolymer of styrene, acrylonitrile and a hydroxy-containing ester of acrylic or methacrylic acid on which a polyphenylene ether is grafted, and optionally, a diene elastomer having grafted thereon styrene and acrylonitrile monomers.

Abstract: The oxidative, process, and/or color stability of carboxyl-containing ethylene interpolymers is improved by incorporating therein at least one aromatic bis(organophosphorus) compound, with or without a hindered phenol antioxidant and/or a dicarboxylic acid.

Abstract: Weather-resistant polyamides stabilized by a combination of special cyclic phosphorous acid esters and certain indole derivatives.

Abstract: Primary or secondary amino substituted hindered phosphites of the formula ##STR1## are prepared by reaction of the appropriate phosphorus and phenol compounds, said hindered phosphites being useful as stabilizers of organic polymers and lubricating oils.

Abstract: The antioxidative degradation process, and/or color stability of carboxyl-containing ethylene interpolymers is improved by incorporating therein at least one aromatic bis(organophosphorus) compound, with or without a hindered phenol antioxidant and/or a dicarboxylic acid.

Abstract: An additive concentrate composition is composed of a carbonate polymer, a powdered additive such as a pigment, and a mixture of a film-forming adherent such as an esterified polysaccharide and a liquid diluent such as an epoxidized vegetable oil or a bis(phosphorinane), in amounts preferably less than or equal to about 1 percent based on the weight of carbonate polymer and the additive. Alternatively, the epoxidized vegetable oil may optionally be used as a bonding agent.The bonding agents have desirable properties that do not adversely affect the physical properties of the carbonate polymer in end use, and are thermally stable and color-stable.

Abstract: A flame-retarded polymer composition wherein the polymer constituent is an olefin polymer, a polymethyl acrylate or methacrylate, or polystyrene. The polymer is rendered flame-retardant by the presence of an amino-s-triazine salt of bis-(pentaerythritol phosphate) phosphoric acid.