Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of phosphinic acids and/or phosphonic acids and salts thereof for wetting fluorine compounds, in particular fluoropolymers, to the use in coating solutions comprising fluorine compounds, and to polymerisation processes in which fluorine compounds are used and/or formed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reactive hot melt composition that is capable of shortening a molding cycle and is excellent in adhesion with a metal, such as aluminum and the like, and provides (1) a reactive hot melt composition containing a composition containing a crystalline polyesterpolyol and an amorphous polyester polyol, and a polyisocyanate reacted with the composition, and having a semicrystallization time of 150 seconds or less and a crystallization heat of from 30 to 90 J/g, (2) a reactive hot melt composition containing a composition containing 100 parts by mass of a polyol containing from 30 to 95% by mass of a crystalline polyesterpolyol and from 5 to 70% by mass of an amorphous polyesterpolyol, and from 0.05 to 5 parts by mass of a crystallization nucleating agent added to the polyol, and a polyisocyanate reacted with the composition, and (3) a molded article containing the same molded.

Abstract: The instant invention is a polymeric composition, process of producing the same, and articles made therefrom. The polymeric composition according to instant invention comprises: (1) a polyolefin, wherein said polyolefin is the polymerization reaction product of at least one or more ?-olefins in the presence of a solvent via a solution polymerization reaction; and (2) a phenolic antioxidant. The polymeric composition contains less than 0.02 parts of copper per one million parts of the composition, and the polymeric composition has a whiteness index according to ASTM-D 6290 of equal or greater than [(?0.73 X)+(Wi)] where X is the number of days of accelerated aging, and Wi is the initial whiteness index at 0 days of accelerated aging.

Abstract: A polymer stabilizing composition comprising a sterically hindered phenol and a phosphite that provides low gel content and enhanced resistance to gas-fading. The stabilizer composition is particular useful for stabilizing polyethylene homopolymers and copolymers, such as linear low density polyethylenes produced from metallocene catalyst. The sterically hindered phenol is selected from the group consisting of 1,3,5-tris-(4-tert-butyl-3-hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzyl)isocyanurate, 1,3,5-tris-(3,5-dicyclohexyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)isocyanurate, 1,3,5-tris-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)isocyanurate, 1,3,5-tris(4-t-butyl-3-hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzyl)-1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-(1H,3H,5H)-trione, and 1,3,5-tris-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene. The phosphite preferably is a liquid phosphite composition comprising two or more alkylated aryl phosphites.

Abstract: A phosphite composition comprising at least two of a tris(dibutylaryl) phosphite, a tris(monobutylaryl) phosphite, a bis(dibutylaryl)monobutylaryl phosphite, and a bis(monobutylaryl)dibutylaryl phosphite. The inventive phosphite composition is a liquid at ambient conditions.

Abstract: Polyester compositions based on 1,3-propanediol and aromatic and aliphatic diacids that can contain a large fraction of biologically derived content are disclosed. Transesterification between polyesters in blends of such compositions is greatly reduced using phosphorous-containing additives. The blends have properties similar to poly(ethylene terephthalate).

Abstract: A composition at least two different phosphites, one of which is derived from an alkylated cresol, wherein the composition is a liquid at ambient conditions. The other phosphites may be derived from alkylated cresol, alkylated phenol or other alkylated hydroxyaryl compounds. The cresol may be mono-alkylated or di-alkylated with a C1-C18 alkyl group.

Abstract: Polymer composite materials having improved gas barrier properties are generally disclosed, along with process of making the same. The polymer composite materials can include phosphonate particles, oxide particles, and combinations thereof. For example, the particles can be metal phosphonate particles, synthetic oxide particles, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A phosphite composition comprising at least two of a tris(diamylaryl) phosphite, a tris(monoamylaryl) phosphite, a bis(diamylaryl)monoamylaryl phosphite, and a bis(monoamylaryl)diamylaryl phosphite. The inventive phosphite composition is a liquid at ambient conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to thermosetting powder coating compositions comprising of at least one bismuth-containing inorganic pigment, at least one organic phosphorous stabilizer, at least one thermally polymerizable thermosetting powder coating resin and at least one crosslinker. The inventive thermosetting powder coating compositions are advantageously used where there is a need for heat resistant coatings and where only minor surface modifications during over bake conditions are acceptable. The invention also relates to the use of the inventive thermosetting powder coating compositions for the preparation of powdered paints and varnishes for the making of coatings and to coatings obtained therewith.

Abstract: Flame retardant polycarbonate resin composition are disclosed, which can include (A) about 45 to about 95 parts by weight of a thermoplastic polycarbonate resin; (B) about 1 to about 50 parts by weight of a rubber modified vinyl-grafted copolymer; (C) about 0 to about 50 parts by weight of a vinyl copolymer; (D) about 1 to about 30 parts by weight of an organophosphorus compound consisting of (d1) about 1 to about 75% by weight of a phosphonate compound having a specific structure; and (d2) about 25 to about 99% by weight of an oligomeric phosphate ester compound per 100 parts by weight of the sum of (A), (B) and (C); and (E) about 0.05 to about 5 parts by weight of a fluorinated polyolefin resin per 100 parts by weight of the sum of (A), (B) and (C).

Abstract: There is provided an antistatic polycarbonate resin composition and molded product formed by melt-molding the said resin composition, which resin composition has totally well balanced excellent properties including heat resistance, in which yellow- or brown-coloring can be prevented even though under melt-kneading step, molding step and such a circumstance that it is used at high temperature for long times, and the fluidity is improved without notably deterioration of mechanical strengths and transparency. A polycarbonate resin composition comprising 100 parts by weight of polycarbonate resin, 0.1 to 5.0 parts by weight of phosphonium sulfonate (A) represented by the following chemical formula (1), 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of aromatic polycarbonate resin oligomer (B) and 0.01 to 8 parts by weight of caprolactone-based polymer (C); and a molded product produced by melt-molding the said polycarbonate resin.

Abstract: The present invention describes a process for preventing the formation of aldehydic contaminants in polyether polyols, polyester polyols or polyurethanes which comprises incorporating into said polyether polyols, polyester polyols or polyurethanes an effective amount of a) a phenolic antioxidant, b) one or more compounds selected from (i) aminic antioxidants, (ii) benzofuran-2-ones, and (iii) phosphites or phosphonites, or (iv) mixtures thereof.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention is to provide a polylactic acid resin composition in which a crystal nucleator appropriate for accelerating crystallization of polylactic acid rein is added. A polylactic acid resin composition comprising a polylactic acid resin, and a metal salt of a phosphorus compound of formula (I) wherein R1 and R2 may be the same or different and are hydrogen atom, C1-10alkyl or C2-10alkoxycarbonyl, or a polylactic acid resin composition comprising a polylactic acid resin, and a metal salt of a phosphorus compound of formula (II) wherein R3, R4, R5 and R6 may be the same or different and are hydrogen atom, C1-10alkyl or C2-10alkoxycarbonyl. The composition is excellent in heat resistance and forming processability.

Abstract: The invention relates to organophosphorus compounds comprising a polysulfide bridge, to their process of preparation and to their use as coupling agent between an inorganic or metal filler and an elastomer. The compounds correspond to the formula (I) (RO)2?tR1tP(O)—Ox—(CH2)y—Sz—(CH2)y—Ox—P(O) (OR)2?tR1t in which R represents a hydrogen , an alkyl, an aryl, a trialkylsilyl, a trialkylamino or an alkali metal; R1 represents an alkyl or an aryl; x is 0 or 1; y is an integer from 1 to 22, preferably from 2 to 4; z is equal or larger than 3, t is 0 or 1.

Abstract: Expanded granules or a moulded article made therefrom, based on semicrystalline propylene polymer comprising, per 100 parts by weight, less than 0.035 parts by weight of volatile compounds and processes for its preparation.

Abstract: An antistatic additive comprises a quaternary onium organosilicon compound having the formula (I) wherein each R1 independently comprises an aliphatic or aromatic functional groups that may be substituted or unsubstituted; X comprises phosphorus or nitrogen; each R2 independently comprises an aliphatic or aromatic functional group that may be substituted or unsubstituted; each R3 independently comprises a hydrogen or an aliphatic or aromatic functional group that may be substituted or unsubstituted; and “n” has a value of about 1 to about 20.

Abstract: A two and three dimensional display medium having a novel transparent polymer composite containing particles of crystals doped with Yb3+ and other rare earth ions. The polymer composite creates homogeneously dispersed compositions without cracking or delamination of the film and can be used for various optical applications.

Abstract: A halogen-free, flame-retardant composition includes (1) organic phosphorus compound (A) and (1′) melamine or a compound derived from melamine (B); or (2) a melamine-phosphorus compound (AB). The composition also includes and olefin polymer and from 0.1-30 wt % based on the olefin polymer, of a compound containing acid, acid anhydride or epoxy groups. The flame-retardant composition may included in a polycondensate composition which incorporate the flame-retardant composition is substantially shortened.

Abstract: There is provided a composition comprising a unique polymeric compound that provides a soft, flexible product. There is also provided a unique polymeric tampon applicator that is soft and flexible. When used as a tampon applicator barrel, the barrel is more comfortable and has improved ease of insertion. The polymeric compound primarily comprises a thermoplastic resin and a block copolymer that exhibit unique load, energy and modulus of elasticity properties. The polymeric compound should also include a plasticizer and a compatibilizer/flow modifier, and may include a slip/mold release agent, an antioxidant, and even a pigment. There is also provided a method for making the polymeric compound that will be formed into a product, such as an applicator or applicator barrel in which all of the above ingredients, except for the thermoplastic resin, are combined and formed into soft pellets. The soft resin pellets are then dry blended with pellets of the thermoplastic resin.

Abstract: Hindered amines substituted on the N-atom with an -O-E-OH moiety are particularly effective in stabilizing polyolefin and automotive coating compositions against the deleterious effects of oxidative, thermal and actinic radiation where the presence of the OH group on the compounds adds important properties not attainable by the use of normal -O-E moieties.

Abstract: Hindered amines substituted on the N-atom with an —O—E—OH moiety are particularly effective in stabilizing polyolefin and automotive coating compositions against the deleterious effects of oxidative, thermal and actinic radiation where the presence of the OH group on the compounds adds important properties not attainable by the use of normal —O—E moieties.

Abstract: Hindered amines substituted on the N-atom with an —O—E—OH moiety are particularly effective in stabilizing polyolefin and automotive coating compositions against the deleterious effects of oxidative, thermal and actinic radiation where the presence of the OH group on the compounds adds important properties not attainable by the use of normal —O—E moieties.

Abstract: Hindered amines substituted on the N-atom with an hydroxy-substituted alkoxy moiety are particularly effective in stabilizing organic polymer compositions against the deleterious effects of oxidative, thermal and actinic radiation where the presence of the OH group on the compounds adds important properties not otherwise attainable.

Abstract: A propylene polymer blend is disclosed which comprises (A) a propylene-&agr;-olefin random copolymer with a propylene content of 90 to 99% by weight and (B) a propylene-&agr;-olefin random copolymer with a propylene content of 55 to 90% by weight, wherein the intrinsic viscosity ([&eegr;B]) of the copolymer B ranges from 1.3 to 3.5 dl/g, the ratio ([&eegr;B]/[&eegr;A]) of the intrinsic viscosity ([&eegr;B]) of the copolymer B to the intrinsic viscosity ([&eegr;A]) of the copolymer A ranges from 0.5 to 1.3 and a product (([&eegr;B]/[&eegr;A])×(WA/WB)) of the intrinsic ratio ([&eegr;B]/[&eegr;A]) of both copolymers and the weight ratio (WA/WB) of both copolymers ranges from 1.0 to 4.5. A polypropylene resin composition comprises 99 to 99.9999% by weight of the propylene polymer blend and 1 to 0.0001% by weight of an &agr;-crystal nucleating agent.

Abstract: An aqueous sizing composition for glass fibers used to reinforce polyolefin polymers contains coupling agent, chemically modified polyolefin film forming material, and stabilizer.

Abstract: A novel composition of matter comprising the reaction product of a phosphoryl compound, a salicylic acid derivative, and an organic compound containing two groups having hydroxyl functionality is provided. This composition has utility as a fire retardant chemical.

Abstract: To provide a polyacetal resin composition having an excellent corrosion inhibiting effect on metals, particularly reduced in the adverse effect on magnetic tapes or the like, and suitable for use in producing component parts of a magnetic tape cassette such as a reel hub or tape guide, 100 parts by weight of a polyacetal resin (A) is blended with 0.05 to 5 parts by weight of an antioxidant (B), 0.001 to 5 parts by weight of a specified nitrogen-containing compound (C), and 0.001 to 3 parts by weight of a boric acid compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to blend compositions comprising;(A) of from about 1 to about 99 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B and C of at least one substantially random interpolymer; and wherein said interpolymer;(1) contains of from about 0.5 to about 65 mole percent of polymer units derived from;(a) at least one vinylidene aromatic monomer, or(b) at least one hindered aliphatic vinylidene monomer, or(c) a combination of at least one vinylidene aromatic monomer and at least one hindered aliphatic vinylidene monomer;(2) contains of from about 35 to about 99.5 mole percent of polymer units derived from at least one aliphatic .alpha.-olefin having from 2 to 20 carbon atoms;(3) has a molecular weight (Mn) greater than about 1,000;(4) has a melt index (I.sub.2) of from about 0.01 to about 1,000;(5) has a molecular weight distribution (M.sub.w /M.sub.n) of from about 1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pressure-sensitive adhesive composition containing a non-halogen, non-intumescent flame-retardant system comprising at least one flame-retardant agent with the provisos that the flame-retardant system does not comprise Sb.sub.2 O.sub.3 or does not consist only of alumina trihydrate.

Abstract: Claimed is a polymer composition comprising a syndiotactic vinyl aromatic polymer and from 0.1 to 5.0 weight percent of an alkaline earth metal bis(monoethyl(3,5-di-t-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)phosphonate) crystallization modifier.

Abstract: Thermoplastic resin composition are provided that comprise a thermoplastic resin or mixture thereof, a stabilizing amount of a stabilizer or mixture of stabilizers selected from the group consisting of the phenolic antioxidants, the 3-arylbenzofuranones, the hindered amine stabilizers, the ultraviolet light absorbers, the organic phosphorus compounds, the alkaline metal salts of fatty acids, the hydroxylamines, and the thiosynergists, and a stabilizing amount of a tertiary amine oxide. The compositions have improved stability against discoloration upon exposure to heating or to the combustion products of natural gas by the concomitant presence of an effective amount of a tertiary amine oxide.

Abstract: A polyphenylene sulfide resin composition, which comprises, in addition to a polyphenylene sulfide resin and an inorganic filler, at least one whisker selected from the group consisting of titania whisker and aluminum borate whisker.

Abstract: A thermoplastic resin composition improved in terms of prevention of mold contamination, comprising the following components (A) to (G):component (A): 55 to 75% by weight of a propylene-ethylene block copolymer including a propylene homopolymer moiety having a melt flow rate of 15 to 50 g/10 min. and an isotactic pentad fraction of at least 0.97, said block copolymer having a melt flow rate of 10 to 30 g/10 min. and an ethylene content of 2 to 6% by weight,component (B): 0 to 10% by weight of an ethylene-propylene copolymer rubber having a melting temperature of 30.degree. to 60.degree. C. and a melt flow rate of 0.2 to 2 g/10 min.,component (C): 5 to 15% by weight of an ethylene-.alpha.-olefin copolymer rubber having a melting temperature of 60.degree. to 100.degree. C. and a melt flow rate of 0.3 to 2 g/10 min.,component (D): 15 to 25% by weight of a talc having an average particle diameter of up to 5 .mu.m and a specific surface area of at least 3.5 m.sup.

Abstract: An antigel agent composed of four types of antioxidants that allows polyamides to be blended with acrylonitrile/butadiene polymers with minimum generation of gels and yields a blend which can be extruded or sheeted to give a uniformed shaped product, for example, sheets and molded articles and is essentially free of plugging the screens of extruder used to extrude hose tube or sheet.

Abstract: An active halogen-containing acrylic rubber composition for molding oil filter-gaskets, which comprises an active halogen-containing acrylic rubber and a metal phosphonate represented by the following general formula:RR'nPO(OH)(OM)wherein R is an alkyl group having 1 to 32 carbon atoms, a polyfluorocarbon group or a perfluoropolyether group; R' is an alkylene group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, a phenylene group, an oxyphenylene group or a sulfonamide group; M is an alkali metal; and n is 0 or 1, gives oil filter-gaskets having a distinguished durable protection against fixation without lowering of high temperature sealability, even if used in engine oil.

Abstract: A mold release agent containing (A) a silane compound, (B) a silicon and/or fluorine-containing compound having at least two hydroxyl groups or alkoxy groups in one molecule and (C) a polymer of a perfluoroalkyl group-containing (meth)acrylate ester gives a long mold release life and a good surface finishing property of a molded article, and does not exert a harmful influence on fabricability such as painting and adhesion of the molded article.

Abstract: The disclosure teaches a blend of a predominant amount of a polyphosphate flame retardant and an effective amount of a liquid crystalline additive for viscosity reduction and compatibilization when blended with a thermoplastic polymer, as compared to use of just the polyphosphate flame retardant alone. The polyphosphate can comprise resorcinol bis(diphenyl phosphate) and/or its higher oligomers. The liquid can be a liquid crystalline segmented block copolymer or a liquid crystalline oligomer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the preparation of olefin polymers by polymerization using a transition metal catalyst with the addition of an aminoalkyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2,2'-diylphosphite or aminoalkyl-2,2'-alkylidene-bis(phenyl)phosphite, in conjunction with optional further modifiers. The polymers obtainable in this manner have excellent long-term stability.

Abstract: Flame retardant compounds including at least one of a group of specified phosphoryl compounds which have a phenylene group in the molecule are applied to fiber materials composed of polyester-based synthetic fibers. Sufficiently long-lasting flame retardancy may be imparted to polyester-based synthetic fiber materials without the use of halogen compounds.

Abstract: Aminovinylphosphonic esters I ##STR1## where R.sup.1 is cyano, a radical of the formula --CO--OR.sup.6 or a group of the formula ##STR2## R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.6 are C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 -cycloalkyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 -aralkyl, phenyl or tolyl,R.sup.4 is an unsubstituted or substituted phenyl or heterocyclic group defined belowR.sup.5 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl,R.sup.7 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl, formyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 -alkanoyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkoxy, C.sub.5 - or C.sub.6 -cycloalkoxy, cyanomethyl, 2-hydroxyethyl, benzyl or a radical of the formula --CR.sup.8 .dbd.CH--CO--OR.sup.6,R.sup.8 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl or a radical of the formula --CO--OR.sup.6, andX is oxygen or NH, are used as light, oxygen and heat stabilizers for organic material.

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: An additive package can be used in a single-coat, in situ self-phosphatizing paint to provide a phosphate layer that inhibits corrosion of a surface on which the paint is applied. The additive package includes an amine and a phosphatizing reagent that can be an alkyl-, phenyl- or aryl- ester phosphoric acid or an alkyl-, phenyl- or aryl-phosphonic acid. The reagent and the amine are present in a ratio effective to produce reagent-amine complexes. A paint can include the additive package in addition to a polymer coat forming resin and a cross-linking agent.

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 present invention relates to thermoplastic moulding compositions consisting of halogen-free polycarbonates, halogen-free polystyrene and/or halogen-free copolymers of styrene with acrylonitrile, halogen-free phosphorus compounds of the formula I ##STR1## and tetrafluoroethylene polymers, and, if appropriate, other known additives.

Abstract: Hydroxyaminomethylphosphonates of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1 to R.sub.5 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or phenylalkyl, R.sub.6 has the same meanings except for hydrogen, and R.sub.1 can also be trialkylsilyl, are useful stabilizers for organic materials subject to oxidative, thermal or actinic induced degradation.

Abstract: This invention provides a mold release composition copmrising (1) a compound or a polymer having at least one of perfluoroalkyl groups having 4 to 20 carbon atoms and perfluoroalkenyl groups having 4 to 20 carbon atoms, and (2) a ladder polymer of organosilsesquioxane.

Abstract: Certain crystallization accelerators, such as 1,3-dixylenoxy-1,1,3,3-tetramethyl-disiloxane have been found effective for greatly enhancing the crystallization rate and broadening the temperature region in which crystallization of biphenol-organosilicon reaction products can occur from the melt during cooling.

Abstract: Certain novel dithiophosphonate derivatives, particularly monoesters, may be prepared inexpensively from hindered phenol compounds and are useful as anti-oxidants for example in lubricants and/or polymer materials.