Abstract: The present application is directed to a method for preparing an amino-functional polyester, said method comprising: providing a mixture comprising at least one lactone monomer, a catalyst and a polyamine having at least one primary and at least one secondary amine group; and, subjecting said mixture to ring-opening polymerization conditions.

Abstract: Disclosed are coating material compositions including (i) at least one polyol component (A), (ii) at least one crosslinking agent component (B) having groups reactive toward hydroxyl groups of component (A), (iii) at least one polyamide component (P1) in which the acid amide groups are connected by a saturated, aliphatic hydrocarbyl radical having 6 to 10 carbon atoms. Component (P1) is used in particulate form in which a size distribution (D50) is 20 to 100 ?m. The coating material compositions further include (iv) at least one polycarboxamide component (P2) possessing the following structural formula in which s is 1, 2 or 3, t is 0 or 1, s+t is 2 or 3, R is a specific (s+t)-valent organic radical, and at least one of the radicals R1 and R2 carries at least one hydroxyl group. Also disclosed are methods of producing the coating material compositions.

Abstract: Provided is a plant-derived resin composite material which has a sufficiently fast crystallization rate and excellent moldability and heat resistance by using a thermoplastic resin composition containing a plant-derived thermoplastic resin and an organic crystal nucleating agent which is composed of one or more low molecular weight compounds comprising at least two polar groups in the molecule, a spacing between any two of the polar groups being 34±4 angstroms.

Abstract: Leave-on non-solid skin conditioning compositions comprising 12-hydroxy stearic acid. Compositions contain 12HSA, yet have a relatively low viscosity, so are suitable for spreading on the skin, and are stable on storage and structurally reversible through temperature cycling.

Abstract: A polylactic acid resin composition containing a polylactic acid resin; a lasticizer, preferably a plasticizer represented by the formula (4) and/or a plasticizer represented by the formula (5); a nonionic surfactant represented by the formula (1), such as an ester obtained from a fatty acid and a polyoxyethylene glycol or a polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene copolymer; and a crystal nucleating agent represented by the formula (2) and/or a crystal nucleating agent represented by the formula (3). The polylactic acid resin composition of the present invention can be suitably used in various industrial applications, such as daily sundries, food wrapping materials, household electric appliance parts, packaging materials for household electric appliance parts, and automobile parts.

Abstract: A polylactic acid resin composition containing 100 parts by weight of a polylactic acid compound (A) having a specific moiety represented by the formula (1): —X1—R1—X2— and having a weight average molecular weight (Mw) of 5,000 to 500,000, 5 to 2,000 parts by weight of a lactic acid resin (B) and 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of at least one kind of a transparent nucleating agent (C) selected from carboxylic acid amides, aliphatic alcohols and aliphatic carboxylic acid esters. In the formula (1), X1, X2 and R1 are defined. The resin composition can exhibit improved heat resistance (high crystallinity) and transparency without impairing the rigidity of the polylactic acid resin. A molded article composed of the resin composition is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a phase change ink comprising a colorant, an initiator, and a phase change ink carrier, said carrier comprising at least one radically curable monomer compound and a compound of the formula wherein R1 and R1? are the same, and wherein R1 and R1? are each an aromatic group; and wherein R2 and R2? and R3 each, independently of the others, are alkylene groups, arylene groups, arylalkylene groups, or alkylarylene groups; or wherein, in embodiments, R1 and R1? can be the same or different, and wherein R1 and R1? each, independently of the other is an alkyl group having a least one ethylenic unsaturation, an arylalkyl group having at least one ethylenic unsaturation, an alkylaryl group having at least one ethylenic unsaturation, or an aromatic group, provided that at least one of R1 and R1? is an aromatic group; and provided that neither of R1 or R1? is a photoinitiator group. Also disclosed herein is a method of printing with the phase change ink.

Abstract: Provided are a polylactic acid resin composition excellent in transparency, heat resistance, and migration resistance, and excellent in productivity at the time of the mold forming thereof, and a resin molded article thereof. The polylactic acid resin composition includes a polylactic acid; a reaction product of glycerin, an alkylene oxide mainly formed of ethylene oxide, and a fatty acid having 12 to 24 carbon atoms; and a fatty acid amide having a hydroxyl group.

Abstract: A method for promoting crystallization of a biodegradable resin composition, including the step of melt-kneading a raw material containing ethylenebis 12-hydroxystearic amide having an amine value of 1.0 mg KOH/g or less and a biodegradable resin. Since the biodegradable resin composition obtainable by the method for promoting crystallization of the present invention has favorable crystallization velocity, a time period required upon molding the composition is shortened, whereby a molded article can be produced productively. The biodegradable resin composition can be suitably used in, for example, in various industrial applications, such as daily sundries, household electric appliance parts, and automobile parts.

Abstract: A dual color electronically addressable ink includes a non-polar carrier fluid; a first colorant of a first color; and a second colorant of a second color that is different than the first color. The first colorant includes a first particle core, and a first functional group attached to a surface of the particle core. The first functional group is capable of carrying a positive charge and is chosen from a base or a salt of the base. The second colorant includes a particle core, and a second functional group attached to a surface of the particle core. The second functional group is capable of carrying a negative charge and is chosen from an acid or a salt of the acid. The ink further includes an additive chosen from polyhydroxystearic amide salt, polyhydroxystearic acid, aromatic butyric acid, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A method for producing a polylactic acid resin composition, including the following steps (1) and (2): step (1): subjecting an organic crystal nucleating agent to a wet pulverization in the presence of a carboxylic acid ester having a weight-average molecular weight of from 150 to 600 and a viscosity at 23° C. of from 1 to 500 mP·s and/or a phosphoric ester having a weight-average molecular weight of from 150 to 600 and a viscosity at 23° C. of from 1 to 500 mPa·s to give a finely pulverized organic crystal nucleating agent composition; and step (2): melt-kneading a raw material for a polylactic acid resin composition comprising the finely pulverized organic crystal nucleating agent composition obtained in the step (1) and a polylactic acid resin.

Abstract: The use of nucleating agents to manufacture polymeric stents is disclosed. The resulting stents may have increased crystallinity, decreased crystal size, increased mechanical properties, and faster degradation times.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a resin composition having improved heat resistance (high crystallinity) and transparency without impairing rigidity intrinsic to a polylactic acid based resin, a molded body formed from the resin composition, and a new polylactic acid based resin used in the resin composition. A polylactic acid based resin (A) according to the present invention is characterized by having a specific structural moiety and a weight average molecular weight (Mw) of 5,000 to 1,000,000. A polylactic acid based resin composition according to the present invention is characterized by containing the above-described polylactic acid based resin (A).

Abstract: An additive mixture containing the components (A), (B) and optionally (C), wherein component (A) is at least one compound of the formula (I) wherein p is zero or 1; m and n are independently of one another an integer from zero to 3; and the radicals R are independently of one another C1-C8alkyl, C1-C8alkoxy, hydroxy, halogen, C1-C8alkylthio, C1-C8alkylsulfoxy or 2 radicals R form together with 2 adjacent carbon atoms of the unsaturated parent ring a 5- to 7-membered carbocyclic or heterocyclic ring; component (B) is at least one compound of the formula (II) wherein x and y are independently of one another an integer from 2 to 10; the radicals A1, A2 and A3 are independently of one another C1-C10alkyl, C5-C12cycloalkyl unsubstituted or substituted by 1 to 3 C1-C10alkyl; phenyl unsubstituted or substituted by 1 to 3 C1-C10alkyl; or C7-C12phenylalkyl, and the radicals A2 and A3 are additionally hydrogen; with the proviso that at least one of the radicals A1 and A2 is branched C3-C10alkyl, C5-C12cycloal

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pulverulent adhesive for textile reinforcing inserts, which is dispersible in water, for the production of reinforced rubber products. The adhesive thereby comprises an at least partially capped, low-molecular isocyanate, a wetting agent, a binder and also possibly further additives.

Abstract: A method for promoting crystallization of a biodegradable resin composition, including the step of melt-kneading a raw material containing ethylenebis 12-hydroxystearic amide having an amine value of 1.0 mg KOH/g or less and a biodegradable resin. Since the biodegradable resin composition obtainable by the method for promoting crystallization of the present invention has favorable crystallization velocity, a time period required upon molding the composition is shortened, whereby a molded article can be produced productively. The biodegradable resin composition can be suitably used in, for example, in various industrial applications, such as daily sundries, household electric appliance parts, and automobile parts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a conductive polymer or organic metal which is characterized in that nanoscopic particles formed from same with a particle size of less than 100 nm have an anisotropic morphology which is not spherical and has a length-to-diameter (“L/D”) ratio greater than 1.2. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of such polymers and their use in the preparation of shaped parts, self-supporting foils or coatings with electrical conductivity, in particular on anisotropic substrates or in anisotropic media and fields.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fluorochemical polyurethane compounds, a method for their preparation, a method of application, and compositions comprising that fluorochemical polyurethane compound. The compound and the composition comprising that compound are suitable to impart durable oil- and water-repellency to substrates.

Abstract: An additive to a polyester base synthetic resin containing a plasticizer that contains at least one compound selected from hydroxy aliphatic monocarboxylic acid ester and carboxylic acid amide is provided. In addition, a polyester base synthetic resin composition containing a polyester-base synthetic resin, a plasticizer, and at least one compound selected from hydroxy aliphatic monocarboxylic acid ester and carboxylic acid amide are also provided. Further, a plasticizer for biodegradable resins that can impart flexibility without disturbing the transparency of the biodegradable resins is provided. A biodegradable composition contains the plasticizer.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are aromatic amide derivatives of the formulae: wherein X1 and X2 are independently selected from the group consisting of —OH, —OR, —OM, —NH2, and —NHR; M is a metal; and R, R1, and R2 are independently selected hydrocarbyl groups.

Abstract: A composition for creating a perfect bead of caulk by spraying the substance on a caulk line of any type of caulk and smoothing the line with an implement. The compound provides for the release of caulking agents thereby reducing the coefficient of friction at the surface of the caulk in order to allow the use of a finger or tool to create a symmetric and aesthetically pleasing bead of caulk. The invention is non-hazardous, does not stain or leave a residue on the caulk line or surrounding surfaces, can be painted, can be used with any type of caulk. The release agent comprises a co-solvent, a carrier, a surfactant, a polymer, a defoamer, a coupling agent, and a corrosion inhibitor to optimize the composition for the ideal spraying application.

Abstract: Thermoplastic molding compositions, comprising A) from 15 to 99.94% by weight of a polyoxymethylene homo- or copolymer B) from 0.05 to 10% by weight of a nonpolar polypropylene wax, C) from 0.01 to 5% by weight of at least one ester or amide of saturated or unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acids having from 10 to 40 carbon atoms with saturated aliphatic alcohols or amines having from 2 to 40 carbon atoms, D) from 0 to 80% by weight of other additives, where the total of the percentages by weight of components A) to D) is always 100%.

Abstract: Disclosed is a polyetherester thermoplastic elastomer resin composition with excellent Hex-elasticity and durability, which comprises 10 to 70% by weight of low hardness polyetherester block copolymer having shore-hardness not more than 40D, 55 to 15% by weight of high hardness polyetherester block copolymer having shore-hardness not less than 50D and 35 to 15% by weight of polybutylene terephthalate, and having flex-elasticity in the range of 2,500 to 4,600 kgf/cm2. The polyetherester thermoplastic elastomer resin composition of the present invention has excellent durability, processing workability, formability and scratch-resistance, as well as satisfactory flexibility and mechanical properties, especially, flex-elasticity. Additionally, the polyetherester thermoplastic elastomer resin composition of the present invention has advantages such as excellent deploying property and horn workability when it is employed in production of covers for air bags of automobiles.

Abstract: The invention relates to stabilizer systems, containing at least: a) a perchlorate salt; b) at least one or more compounds from the group consisting of carbamides, indole derivatives and enamines of formula (I), wherein n=1 or 2 and X=O or NR1; n=3–6 and X=O; R1=H, C1–C4-alkyl, C2–C6-alkenyl, C6–C10-aryl, C7–C18-alkaryl or C7–C18-aralkyl; R2 (if n=1)=C1–C22-alkyl, C2–C22-alkenyl or aryl, preferably phenyl, optionally substituted with up to 3 hydroxy, C1–C4-alkoxy or C1–C9-alkyl; or R2 (if n=2–6)=linear or branched C1-22-alkylene, optionally interrupted by one or more O or S atoms, wherein R2 (if n=3) can also be a C2–C3-alkyl trisubstituted isocyanurate; if X=NH R2 can also be H. Said stabilizer systems are suitable for stabilizing halogen-containing polymers, more particularly PVC.

Abstract: A universal masterbatch composition for adding fillers and particularly pigment to polymers, having up to 85%, by weight, of at least one filler, up to 25%, by weight, of at least one viscosity modifier and a remainder quantity of a styrene butadiene block copolymer. The composition further includes up to 5%, by weight, of at least one processing aid and up to 2%, by weight of at least one antioxidant.

Abstract: To provide a method for producing a blend composition of an acrylic type polymer having an excellent mechanical characteristic as well as a low temperature characteristic, and to provide a blend composition of an acrylic type polymer, and also to provide a blend composition of an acrylic type polymer for sealing materials having an excellent abrasion resistance which is important for sealing materials.

Abstract: Methods of preparing polyolefin-based molded materials with improved adhesive/coating compatibility by incorporating aromatic carboxylic acid amides and transition metal compounds in the polyolefin-based material prior to molding are described. Methods of producing coated or bonded polyolefin-based, molded materials are also described.

Abstract: A particulate composition suitable for making color toner includes resin particles optionally containing a charge control agent. The particles are characterized by a micro-serrated surface exhibiting a surface roughness index of at least about 1.2 and preferably higher. A process for making the particulate composition utilizes a vaporizable plasticizer.

Abstract: Improved stabilizer compositions which impart superior oxidative stability to polyolefins used for wire and cable insulation are provided. The stabilizer compositions are a mixture of a diacyl hydrazine compound and an alkylenebisacylamide compound. The stabilizer combinations are particularly useful for propylene polymer insulation compositions used in filled cable constructions. Polyolefin compositions stabilized with the stabilizer combinations of the invention and jacketed constructions utilizing same are also disclosed.

Abstract: Described is a composition which is suitable for removing adhering substances, such as (synthetic) resins, paint lacquers, polymer foams and mastics by means of forming a dispersion. The composition comprises at least one amphoteric compound and optionally a surfactant substance.

Abstract: A substantially water-free, water-washable, energy-curable composition includes an epoxy oligomer and/or urethane oligomer having at least two ethylenically unsaturated moieties, at least one alkoxylated polyol monomer having at least two ethylenically unsaturated moieties and capable of being copolymerized with the oligomer, and a sugar surfactant capable of rendering the uncured composition dispersible in water. Optionally, the composition can contain a photoinitiator. The composition is self-dispersible in water and is especially suitable for use as a coating material for a printing screen.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for producing polymeric fibers with improved anti-static properties and deep dyeability. The method employs anti-static agents that are solid, waxy substances at room temperature. The anti-static agent is pulverized and combined with a carrier to form a dispersion and injected into the throat of a spinning extruder. Polymeric material is added to the extruder and heated with the anti-static agent to form a melt. The melt is then extruded to form the polymeric fiber. Alternatively, the molten anti-static agent is melted and fed through heated lines into a spinning extruder. Polymeric material is added to the extruder and heated with the anti-static agent to form a melt. The melt is then extruded to form the polymeric fiber.

Abstract: Disclosed are an oxymethylene polymer resin composition comprising an oxymethylene polymer, a sterically hindered phenol compound, a low-density polyethylene having a melt index of 0.2 to 100 g/10 minutes, a calcium salt of a fatty acid having 10 to 36 carbon atoms, wherein the calcium salt of a fatty acid has a calcium ion content of not larger than 50 ppm by weight and a chlorine ion content of not larger than 100 ppm by weight, and at least one formaldehyde-reactive substance selected from the group consisting of a non-polymeric compound containing a formaldehyde-reactive nitrogen atom and a polymer containing a formaldehyde-reactive nitrogen atom, and an extrusion molded article obtained from the above resin composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions for the coating of substrates of matt surface appearance, based on thermoplastic and/or heat-curable resins such as PA, PP, polyesters and epoxy resins and containing one or a number of matting agents which are predominantly in the form of terephthalic acid dianilide or its substituted derivatives needles or flakes of average length of between 1 and 200 .mu.m and of aspect ratio of between 10 and 40.These compositions, generally in the form of powders, are employed for coating various substrates. The coatings are applied especially by dipping in a fluidized bed or by electrostatic spraying. The coated articles may be components of furnishing, of decoration or of construction.

Abstract: A rigid thermoplastic polyurethane with improved melt strength can be prepared by deactivating the catalyst for the polymer subsequent to the onset of urethane bond formation. Catalyst deactivation is accomplished either with a latent deactivator for the catalyst, or an active deactivator. The further addition of a crosslinker to the reaction mixture can provide an even greater improvement of melt strength.

Abstract: Phase change inks capable of passing light therethrough are suitable for color overhead transparencies, as well as plain paper printing. A composition for the ink carrier comprises an unsaturated bis-amide as a transparency enhancer, a low viscosity monoamide as a thinner material, and a polyamide resin as a base and binder.

Abstract: An aromatic o-hydroxyamide compound of the formula (I) ##STR1## wherein the formula: ##STR2## is a divalent aromatic group the formula: ##STR3## R.sup.1 =H, halogen, C.sub.1-10 alkyl group, or C.sub.1 -alkoxyl group, Ar.sub.1, Ar.sub.2, Ar.sub.3 =a divalent aromatic groups, X, Y=O or S, and n=0 or 1, has an excellent ultraviolet ray-absorption and heat-resistance and is useful for enhancing an ultraviolet ray-resistance of polymeric materials, for example, wholly aromatic polyamide fibers.

Abstract: A bow-tie tree resistant electrical insulating composition comprises 100 parts by weight of at least one polymer selected from polyolefins and ethylene copolymers, 0.005-1.0 part by weight of a metal salt of a fatty acid containing a hydroxyl group in the molecule, and 0.005-1.0 part by weight of a fatty acid or a derivative thereof.

Abstract: A polyolefin resin composition for a film which consists essentially of a mixture of 100 parts by weight of a polyolefin resin with (a) 0.01-3.0 parts by weight of an antiblocking agent, the surface OH group content of which is 200 .mu.mol/g or less. The resin composition may further contain (b) 0.05-2.0 parts by weight of an antistatic agent consisting of (A) a glycerine fatty acid ester and (B) an alkyldiethanolamide in a weight ratio of A/B of 50/50-95/5 for antistatic film or (c) 0.05-3.0 parts by weight of at least one member selected from the group consisting of polyhydric alcohol fatty acid esters, alkylene oxide adducts of polyhydric alcohol fatty acid esters and higher alcohol-alkylene oxide adducts as an antifogging agent, or (d) 0.01-3.0 parts by weight of a phenol type antioxidant and (e) 0.01-0.2 part by weight of a phosphorous type antioxidant for forming a stabilized film.

Abstract: A permanent antistatic resin composition comprising a styrene/lactone block copolymer and an antistatic agent with excellent heat resistance, transparency and permanent antistatic properties is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides: a novel poly(arylene sulfide) (PAS) composition having an increased comparative tracking index (CTI) rating; a novel method wherein the inventive composition is formed and molded to produce a useful article; a novel article produced by the inventive molding method; a novel method wherein the inventive composition is formed and used to encapsulate an article; and a novel encapsulated article produced by the inventive encapsulation method. The inventive PAS composition comprises: poly(arylene sulfide) resin; talc; and an amount of hindered phenol sufficient to increase the composition's CTI rating.

Abstract: Polyester resin compositions include a crystalline thermoplastic polyester resin (such as polybutylene terephthalate), a polyester elastomer (such as a copolymer including recurring hard and soft segments) and between 0.005 to 10 parts by weight, based on 100 parts of the crystalline and elastomeric resins, of an amide compound having the formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R is an organic group such as an aromatic ring, X is an alkylene of C.sub.2 to C.sub.10 such as ethylene and propylene, Y is --COOH, --OH, --SH or --NH.sub.2 and n is 2 to 4, inclusive.

Abstract: A rheological additive for non-aqueous coating compositions is disclosed. The additive may be the reaction product of an alkoxylated aliphatic nitrogen-containing compound, an aliphatic diamine or mixtures thereof, and an organic polycarboxylic anhydride or acid, an alkanediol polyepoxide ether, or mixtures thereof. The additive provides excellent anti-sag and storage stability properties, particularly for high solids coating compositions, without causing a significant increase in viscosity. Also disclosed are coating compositions containing the additive.

Abstract: A monolayer polypropylene film obtained by melt extrusion from a composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a crystalline polypropylene and, incorporated therein, a slipping agent {A} having a melting point of 100.degree. to 125.degree. C. and a slipping agent {B} having a melting point of 70.degree. to 90.degree. C. in a total amount of 0.05 to 1.0 part by weight, the initial coefficient of friction of said film being 0.7 or below and the coefficient of friction after heating at 60.degree. C. being 1.0 or below; and a multilayer film composed of said polypropylene film layer having said composition and said characteristics and a substrate material layer.

Abstract: A liquid concentrate comprising an oxamide and a 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidine compound dissolved in an organic solvent is useful for the UV-stabilization of hardenable liquid finishes, particularly automotive finishes.

Abstract: Incorporation of an ethoxylated amine in a sodium benzoate nucleated propylene polymer resin synergistically improves clarity as well as yellowness over what is achieved by use of sodium benzoate or ethoxylated amine alone.

Abstract: An injection blow molding grade resin or improved clarity and processability is obtained by incorporating N,N.sup.1 -ethylene bisstearamide and an ethoxylated amine into a sodium benzoate nucleated propylene polymer.

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: A polyacetal resin composition is provided which has improved antistatic, heat stability and mechanical properties and contains a polyacetal homopolymer or copolymer, carbon black and a nonionic surfactant which is a polypropylene glycol/polyethylene glycol ether copolymer.

Abstract: An additive combination for improving the cold flow properties of distillate fuels comprises a combination of:(A) a distillate flow improver which is an ethylene containing polymer, preferably a copolymer of ethylene with unsaturated esters, e.g. vinyl acetate;(B) a hydrocarbon polymer of C.sub.2 to C.sub.30 olefin of number average molecular weight of 10.sup.3 to 10.sup.6 or derivatized version thereof, for example copolymers of ethylene and propylene, or polyisobutylene, which are used as lubricating oil V.I. improvers; and(C) a polar oil soluble compound which includes amides, salts, carboxylates, sulfonates, sulfates, phosphates, phenates and borates, having hydrocarbon solubilizing groups, for example salts and amides of polycarboxylic acid such as phthalic anhydride reacted with hydrogenated secondary tallow amine.