Abstract: An ethylene polymer composition having improved optical properties and masterbatch for producing the composition comprising a predetermined amount of clarifying agent, and a predetermined amount of an amide slip agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multicomponent composition for photodegradable and biodegradable plastic articles, and the use of said composition in the manufacture of various disposable and packaging plastic articles and the articles made therefrom. The multicomponent composition does not contain starch, and is a multicomponent compounded composition of new bioactive material of chitin, casein and the like, with biodegradable aid component, photodegradable and auto-oxidation catalysis component, and nonmetallic minerals and the like. Under natural condition, the degraded material can be utilized by microorganism to release carbon dioxide and water, and acts as an eco-friendly plastic material.

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: The invention relates to polypropylene compositions, methods of preparing the polypropylene compositions, and methods of producing molded or extruded articles of the polypropylene composition. In one embodiment, the polypropylene composition contains: (a) about 60 to about 65 wt. % of a polypropylene resin; (b) about 10 to about 15 wt. % of an ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer rubber; (c) about 20 to about 25 wt. % talc; (d) about 0.5 to about 3.0 wt. % of a grafted polypropylene resin; (e) about 0.2 to about 0.5 wt. % of an unsaturated fatty acid amide; and (f) about 0.2 to about 0.5 wt. % scratch-resistant agent, all based on the weight of the polypropylene composition. The scratch-resistant agent contains about 30 to about 50 wt. % of an ethylene vinyl acetate, and about 50 to about 70 wt. % of an aliphatic petroleum resin, based on the weight of the scratch-resistant agent. In another aspect, the invention relates to a process for preparing the polypropylene composition described above.

Abstract: A plastic film comprised of a polymer material, fragrance, and a waxy chemical composition for imparting to the film substantial impermeability to odors. A method for producing such films including the steps of: adding a liquid fragrance to highly porous polymer pellets; adding a waxy chemical composition to the fragrance and polymer; blending the polymer, fragrance, and waxy composition mixture; adding additional polymer to the blended mixture; extruding the resultant composition, thereby forming pellets; mixing the pellets with additional polymer; and forming a film therefrom. A plastic film, produced according to this method, for packaging or for masking unpleasant odors, comprising polyethylene or polypropylene, a fragrance, and a bis fatty-acid amide is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition and article for reducing food deposit adhesion to cookware. More specifically this invention relates to a resin composition comprising a polysulfone or polyethersulfone resin having a glass transition temperature of at least 180° C., a fluorinated polyolefin, and a fatty acid amide. The invention also relates to an article comprising the composition.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding composition that features a combination of good notched impact strength and thermoplastic processability is disclosed. The composition contains one or more thermoplastic (co)polymers, a graft polymer and a combination of at least 3 components chosen from a compound (I) having at least one structural unit conforming to where M=a metal, and n=the valence of the metal M, and a compound (II) having at least one structural unit conforming to and a compound (III) having at least one structural unit conforming to and a compound (IV) that contains none of the structural units of (I), (II) and (III).

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: A blend of fatty acid amides is incorporated into the polypropylene fibers of a thermally bonded, melt extruded nonwoven fabric to import softness to the fabric. The blend includes a greater amount of stearamide and a lesser amount of erucamide.

Abstract: A plastic film comprised of a polymer material, fragrance, and a waxy chemical composition for imparting to the film substantial impermeability to odors. A method for producing such films including the steps of: adding a liquid fragrance to highly porous polymer pellets; adding a waxy chemical composition to the fragrance and polymer; blending the polymer, fragrance, and waxy composition mixture; adding additional polymer to the blended mixture; extruding the resultant composition, thereby forming pellets; mixing the pellets with additional polymer; and forming a film therefrom. A plastic film, produced according to this method, for packaging or for masking unpleasant odors, comprising polyethylene or polypropylene, a fragrance, and a bis fatty-acid amide is also disclosed.

Abstract: An additive mixture containing a dibenzoate and either or both of a compound containing at least one structural unit and a compound containing at least one structural unit is disclosed. The additive combination enhances the processability of a thermoplastic molding composition that contains a (co)polymer of styrene, methyl methacrylate, acrylonitrile, methacrylonitrile, maleic anhydride and N-substituted maleimide and a graft copolymer.

Abstract: Provided is polyolefin-based compound, resin, mixture, or combinations thereof, providing products having reduced coefficient of friction, comprising: A) polyolefin other than syndiotactic poly-&agr;-olefin; B) about 0.1% to about 70% syndiotactic poly-&agr;-olefin; and C) about 0.01% to about 5% of: slip agent, anti-block agent, or combinations thereof; as well as process for producing the same.

Abstract: A poly(arylene sulfide) resin composition comprising a poly(arylene sulfide) and, as a modifier, an organic amide compound compounded in a proportion of 0.2 to 10 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the poly(arylene sulfide).

Abstract: This invention provides water-based compositions, particularly coating, ink, and agricultural compositions, manifesting reduced equilibrium and dynamic surface tension by the incorporation of a surface tension reducing amount of certain alkylformamide compounds of the structure where R is a C5 to C11 alkyl group.

Abstract: Vulcanized ethylene-propylene-diene (EPDM) rubbers are disclosed that are particularly suited for use in dynamic applications as a replacement for natural rubber parts. The ethylene-propylene-diene rubbers exhibit excellent thermal and oxidative resistance while displaying tensile strength and dynamic fatigue resistance comparable to similar compounds based on natural rubber. The ethylene-propylene-diene rubbers comprise a high molecular weight EPDM, a processing oil, a carbon black, and a cure system containing sulfur, tetramethylthiuram-disulfide and 2-mercaptobenzothiazole.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding composition suitable for preparing molded articles having improved mechanical properties is disclosed. The composition contains A) a (co)polymer of at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of styrene, &agr;-methylstyrene, nuclear-substituted styrene, methyl methacrylate, acrylonitrile, methacrylonitrile, maleic anhydride and N-substituted maleimide , and B) a graft polymer of B.1) at least one member selected from the group consisting of styrene, &agr;-methylstyrene, nuclear-substituted styrene, methyl methacrylate, acrylonitrile, methacrylonitrile, maleic anhydride and N-substituted maleimide on B.2) a rubber having a glass transition temperature of ≦10° C. and C) a mixture of at least 3 components selected from I) metallic compounds, II) esters III) amides and IV) certain specified compounds exemplified by oil or wax.

Abstract: The invention provides an amide compound as a processing aid to improve the dispersion of silica reinforcing filler in a rubber composition, while reducing or eliminating the use of expensive bifunctional silica coupling agents. The invention further provides a vulcanizable elastomeric composition and vulcanized elastomeric products, especially pneumatic tires that exhibit decreased rolling resistance, hysteresis, and improved snow, ice, and wet traction.

Abstract: The present invention aims at preparing polypropylene resin pre-expanded particles capable of providing an inmolded expanded article which prevents pollution of a mold by polypropylene powder at molding, packed products from being damaged by friction due to vibration at transport, and powder generation at the same time. Polypropylene resin pre-expanded particles comprising a resin composition containing a fatty acid amide compound is used.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel formulations for water proofing leather, a process for waterproofing leather, and leather goods waterproofed by the formulations and processes of the present invention. More specifically, the present invention relates to the use of a composition containing a salt of polyalkyl carboxylic acid anhydride, an aliphatic carboxylic acid amide, a fatty alcohol or blend of fatty alcohols, an alcohol cosolvent, a preservative, and water for imparting improved hydrophobicity, flexibility, and/or product feel of the finished leather goods.

Abstract: What is disclosed are polyolefin compounds, e.g., polyethylene and polypropylene, and articles therefrom made in by conventional solid, melt-phase compounding with oxidized, non-cationized, non-silylated sulfur black pigment, a phenolic antioxidant and a sulfur-containing secondary stabilizer, each in stabilizing amount, specified below, which provide a synergistic improvement in the long term heat aging of polyolefins. Preferably the sulfur black compound is treated by washing, and reduction in the soluble sodium salts. Also disclosed is melt-phase compounded polyolefin and molded articles made therefrom comprising incorporating of carbon black, oxidized, non-cationized, non-silylated sulfur black pigment, a phenolic antioxidant and sulfur-containing secondary stabilizer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the combined use of first and second fatty acid amides to improve the softness of a thermoplastic polymer construct. A combination of fatty acid amides is provided in the blend ratio of about 10 to 90 percent by weight of a first fatty acid amide and 90 to 10 percent by weight of a second fatty acid amide. The first and second fatty acid amides are compounded into a thermoplastic polymer carrier resin and, preferentially, produced as concentrate pellets containing 0.5 to 75 percent by weight total fatty acid amide loading. The concentrate pellets are introduced into a thermoplastic polymer base, to form a thermoplastic resin, at a letdown level in the range of about 1 to 15 percent, with the range of 2 to 10 percent being preferred, and the range of 3 to 6 percent being most preferred.

Abstract: An additive mixture containing a dibenzoate and either or both of a compound containing at least one structural unit 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polypropylene resin composition and more particularly, to the polypropylene resin composition comprising a high crystalline polypropylene, a polypropylene or polyethylene having low molecular weight, an inorganic filler and an anti-additive. The polypropylene resin of the present invention provides improved heat resistance, impact resistance and scratch resistance, so that it is suitable for substituting conventional polypropylenes used for automotive interior materials having several tens of grades, and further lowers manufacturing cost along with improving productivity and reclamation of used materials.

Abstract: A resin composition for extruded forms that has improved workability, and excellent properties with respect to transparency, heat resistance, low-temperature resistance, etc. The composition contains 50 to 99% by weight of component A, which is a copolymer of ethylene and &agr;-olefin, and 1 to 50% by weight of component B, which is an ethylene-containing polymer. The component A has: (a) a melt flow rate (MFR) of 0.1 to 5 g/10 min.; (b) a density D of 0.88 to 0.

Abstract: Disclosed is a guide lug composition for a rubber track comprising 5 to 40 parts by weight of a fatty acid amide based on 100 parts by weight of a raw rubber material; or comprising 5 to 40 parts by weight of a Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMW-PE) powder based on 100 parts by weight of a raw rubber material; or comprising 5 to 40 parts by weight of a fatty acid amide and 5 to 40 parts by weight of a UHMW-PE power based on 100 parts by weight of a raw rubber material. The guide lug composition serves to reduce abrasion of or damages to a guide lug, to improve the characteristics in preventing the rubber track from slipping off a wheel, which is called “detracking”, to reduce friction loss when the guide lug contacts and collides with the wheel thereby reducing energy losses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an integrated additive composition which contains anti-blocking agents and at least one organic component and is characterized in that the organic component(s) is (are) localized in a concentration of 5 to 65 wt.-%, relative to the total weight of the composition, in the pores of the anti-blocking agent, the volume of the organic component(s) not being greater, however, than the pore volume of the anti-blocking agent. The invention also describes processes for the preparation of this integrated additive composition and its use in polyolefin films and in injection molding.

Abstract: A film for adhering to a molding compound paste composite during its manufacture, said film being formed from a blend of a film forming polyamide resin and at least one release agent material selected from the group consisting of N, N′ ethylene bis amides of the formula: R1—CO—NH—CH2—CH2—NH—CO—R2, wherein R1 is an aliphatic hydrocarbon chain of about 14 to about 42 carbon atoms, and R2 is a hydrogen atom or an aliphatic hydrocarbon chain of about 14 to about 42 carbon atoms; calcium stearate; a mixture of calcium stearate and silicone; a mixture of calcium stearate and polytetraflurorethylene; polypropylene; modified polypropylene; waxes; fluoroelastomers; silicones; molybdenum disulphide; boron nitride; N, N′ ethylene bis stearamide and polytetrafluoroethylene; N, N′ ethylene bis stearamide and silicone; N, N′ ethylene bis stearamide and graphite; N, N′ ethylene bis stearamide and polypropylene; N, N′ ethylene bis stearamide and

Abstract: There are disclosed a gel or polymer composition which comprises 100 parts by weight of a polymer blend component comprising 1 to 90% by weight of a poly(vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon) polymer having a syndiotactic configuration and 99 to 10% by weight of a rubbery elastomer and at least 30 parts by weight of an extender oil or a low molecular weight organic component. These gel compositions have super soft properties, heat resistance, and/or damping properties.

Abstract: A composition suitable for slush molding is disclosed. The composition comprises a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer (A) having a number average molecular weight of 10,000 to 50,000, a glass transition point of not higher than −35° C. and a heat softening initiation temperature of 100 to 160° C.; a plasticizer (B); a blocked polyisocyanate (C); a pigment (D); and a blocking inhibitor (E) comprising a resin powder which is not heat-softened even at 160° C. and has an average particle diameter of not more than 10 &mgr;m. The composition has a wide mold temperature range, and provides a molded article excellent in properties at low temperature, anti-fogging, thermal aging resistance and light aging resistance.

Abstract: This invention relates to improving the flow of flowing streams of hydrocarbons, such as petroleum or finished products, in a conduit such as a pipeline. The present invention also relates to a stable, nonagglomerating nonaqueous suspension suitable for improving flow of hydrocarbons in conduits, particularly finished product hydrocarbons in conduits.

Abstract: A polypropylene resin composition is herein disclosed which is obtainable by blending (A) 100 parts by weight of a polypropylene resin comprising (a) 100 to 20% by weight of a homopolymer of propylene and/or a propylene copolymer containing 4% by weight or less of another olefin unit in which in a pentad fraction by .sup.13 C-NMR, [rrrr/(1-mmmm)].times.100 is in the range of 20 to 60%, a Tm measured by a DSC is 150.degree. C. or more, and a melt enthalpy is 100 J/g or less, and (b) 0 to 80% by weight of a propylene copolymer containing 10 to 80% by weight of an olefin unit other than propylene, with (B.) 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of an octyltin salt of a fatty acid, an alkylenebisfatty acid amide, a fatty acid ester of a polyvalent alcohol, or a metal salt of an aliphatic monocarboxylic acid.

Abstract: (1) Provided is a flexible polypropylene resin composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a flexible polypropylene resin having (a) a peak melting temperature of 150.degree. C. or above as measured through differential scanning calorimetry and (b) a tensile modulus of elasticity of from 200 to 700 MPa, and from 0.05 to 5 parts by weight of a hindered amine light stabilizer. The flexible polypropylene resin preferably comprises (A) from 20 to 100% by weight of a propylene homopolymer having (c) a pentad fraction, rrrr/(1-mmmm).times.100, as measured through isotopic carbon nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometry (.sup.13 C-NMR) of from 20 to 60%, and (d) a melting enthalpy as measured through differential scanning calorimetry of from 10 to 100 J/g, and/or a propylene copolymer containing at most 4% by weight of other olefin units and having the physical data of (c) and (d), and (B) from 0 to 80% by weight of a propylene copolymer containing from 10 to 80% by weight of non-propylene olefin units.

Abstract: An anti-blocking agent comprising silicon dioxide or mixtures of silicon dioxide and zeolite is described, which is characterized in that it has a bimodal pore size distribution, the first maximum of the bimodal pore size distribution being in the pore size range <5 nm and the second maximum of the bimodal pore size distribution in the pore size range >6 nm. The anti-blocking agent is obtainable by micronizing a mixture comprising silicon dioxide of a certain pore size and silicon dioxide and/or zeolite having a different pore size. It can be produced together with lubricating agent as a combined anti-blocking and lubricating agent. Incorporation of the anti-blocking agent or of the combined anti-blocking agent and lubricating agent into a polymer in the form of a master batch is preferable.

Abstract: A radiation-resistant polyolefin composition which includes (i) a polyolefin; and (ii) a radiation-stabilizing amount of at least one aliphatic, unsaturated compound having at least one unsaturation site, the compound having a molecular weight of at least 200 and an iodine number of at least 25. Suitable aliphatic, unsaturated compounds include soybean oil, safflower oil, squalene, polybutadiene, a tertiary amine having at least one aliphatic, unsaturated fatty-acid-derived substituent, oleamide, calcium oleate, erucyl erucamide and glycerol monooleate. A saturated mobilizing compound is preferably included in the composition, which can advantageously be used in the manufacture of fibers, films, and medical devices such as syringes, tube assemblies, tissue culture flasks, and packaging film.

Abstract: A polyolefin alloy and a process for making the same which alloy includes (A) 40% to 80% by weight of polypropylene material which may be a polypropylene homopolymer or a propylene copolymer with ethylene and/or butadiene, the polypropylene copolymer including 5 mole % to 35 mole % polymerized ethylene and/or butadiene, the polypropylene material having a molecular weight Mw of 100,000 to 300,000 and a melt index of 0.1 to 20 g/10 min; (B) 1% to 10% by weight of a functionalized polypropylene, which may be a grafted polypropylene homopolymer or a grafted copolymer of propylene with ethylene and/or butadiene, having a degree of grafting of 0.2% to 10% by weight; (C) 1% to 50% by weight of a mineral having a mean particle size of about 2.5 .mu.m and a maximum particle size of about 20 .mu.m, the mineral being surface-treated with 0.

Abstract: Disclosed are a polybutene-1 resin composition comprising a polybutene-1 resin and a Form-II to Form-I crystal transformation accelerator, and a method of accelerating the Form-II to Form-I crystal transformation comprising molding the polybutene-1 resin composition and allowing the molded product to stand at about 0 to 50.degree. C., the crystal transformation accelerator being an amide compound.

Abstract: The invention concerns a silicone-modified EPDM modified with a freeze release additive of a fatty acid amide and/or optionally, graphite having at least 85% carbon, and compounded and co-extruded onto the surface of elastomeric sponge automotive weatherstripping thereby forming a permanent skin surface on the sponge material. The resulting material has improved and desirable freeze-release and coefficient of friction properties. These improved properties eliminate the need for currently used spray coatings, resulting in manufacturing cost savings and more durable surface.

Abstract: A polypropylene resin composition is herein disclosed which is obtainable by blending (A) 100 parts by weight of a polypropylene resin comprising (a) 100 to 20% by weight of a homopolymer of propylene and/or a propylene copolymer containing 4% by weight or less of another olefin unit in which in a pentad fraction by .sup.13 C-NMR, ?rrrr/(1-mmmm)!.times.100 is in the range of 20 to 60%, a Tm measured by a DSC is 150.degree. C. or more, and a melt enthalpy is 100 J/g or less, and (b) 0 to 80% by weight of a propylene copolymer containing 10 to 80% by weight of an olefin unit other than propylene, with (B) 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of an octyltin salt of a fatty acid, an alkylenebisfatty acid amide, a fatty acid ester of a polyvalent alcohol, or a metal salt of an aliphatic monocarboxylic acid.

Abstract: A composition which is polyolefin-based includes polyolefin; from 0.1 to 5 parts by weight of lubricating agent per 100 parts by weight of the polyolefin; and from 0.05 to 2 parts by weight of zeolite per 100 parts by weight of the polyolefin, which zeolite is a crystalline aluminosilicate having a water adsorptivity not exceeding 10% of its weight, at 25.degree. C. and at a water vapor partial pressure of 4.6 torr, and having an Si/Al molar ratio in the crystal lattice of at least 35.

Abstract: A polymeric composition in pellet form comprising a tacky hot melt composition, comprising a) from about 5% by weight to about 90% by weight of a thermoplastic polymer, b) from about 0% by weight to about 65% by weight of a tackifying resin, c) from about 0% to about 50% by weight of a plasticizer, d) up to about 2% by weight of an antioxidant, and a pelletizing aid, wherein the tacky hot melt composition has some minimum amount of tackifier or plasticizer and is a pressure sensitive adhesive having a storage modulus, G', at about 25.degree. C., of less than about 5.times.10.sup.6 dynes/cm.sup.2, and each pellet has a substantially tack-free surface.This invention further discloses a polymeric composition in pellet form suitable for molding articles. The composition comprises a tacky hot melt composition comprising at least one high molecular weight triblock copolymer of the general configuration A-B-A and a plasticizer and a pelletizing aid.

Abstract: A fluororubber composition comprising a fluororubber, a vulcanizing agent and 0.1 to 5 wt. parts of a fatty acid monoamide per 100 wt. parts of said fluororubber. This fluororubber composition is excellent in mold releasability, and a molded article obtained by vulcanizing and molding the composition suffers less deterioration of mechanical properties caused by the addition of an internal mold release agent.

Abstract: The present invention provides a syndiotactic polypropylene resin composition of excellent moldability comprising 100 parts by weight of a syndiotactic polypropylene and 0.001-10 parts by weight of a diamine/monocarboxylic acid condensate and/or a diamine/monocarboxylic acid/polybasic acid polycondensate. The composition has excellent moldability, particularly, excellent releasability from mold in injection molding; excellent transparency; and good balanced mechanical properties.

Abstract: A polymeric composition in pellet form comprising a tacky hot melt composition, comprising a) from about 5% by weight to about 90% by weight of a thermoplastic polymer, b) from about 0% by weight to about 65% by weight of a tackifying resin, c) from about 0% to about 50% by weight of a plasticizer, d) up to about 2% by weight of an antioxidant, and a pelletizing aid, wherein the tacky hot melt composition has some minimum amount of tackifier or plasticizer and is a pressure sensitive adhesive having a storage modulus, G', at about 25.degree. C., of less than about 5.times.10.sup.6 dynes/cm.sup.2, and each pellet has a substantially tack-free surface.This invention further discloses a polymeric composition in pellet form suitable for molding articles. The composition comprises a tacky hot melt composition comprising at least one high molecular weight triblock copolymer of the general configuration A-B-A and a plasticizer and a pelletizing aid.

Abstract: A polyacetal resin composition having excellent friction resistance and abrasion resistance performances is provided by improving the compatibility, dispersibility and interfacial adhesiveness between the polyacetal resin and an olefinic polymer.To a polyacetal resin (A), 1 to 100 parts by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the resin (A) of a modified olefinic polymer (B) modified with at least one member selected from the group consisting of an unsaturated carboxylic acid and an acid anhydride thereof, and their derivatives, and 0.1 to 100% by weight based on component (B) of an alkylene glycol polyme (C)r having a primary or secondary amino group(s) and having a number-average molecular weight of 400 to 500,000 are blended.

Abstract: This application relates to flexible gaskets formed from blends of linear or substantially linear homogeneously branched ethylene/.alpha.-olefin interpolymers and that possess improved processability as well as low temperature resistance and resistance to staining and attack by microbes. Such gaskets do not require formulation other than the addition of color, to produce a functional product. The gaskets of the present invention do not impact negatively on the environment and are also relatively inexpensive to produce.

Abstract: A stabilizing system for stabilizing polymeric materials against ultraviolet light and thermooxidative deterioration is provided in which the stabilizing system is in pellet form. The pellet is formed from a substantially dry homogeneous mixture of at least one stabilizer and an agent which will prevent melting of the stabilizer. The stabilizer compound makes up about 50% to about 98% by weight of the mixture. The stabilizers are antioxidants (such as phosphites and hindered phenols) or hindered amine UV light stabilizers, or combinations thereof. The melt preventing agent may be a compound derived from a fatty acid or a fatty alcohol, or a fatty acid or a fatty alcohol, or a combination of fatty acids or fatty alcohols which makes up about 3%-10% of the homogeneous mixture. The fatty acids, fatty alcohols, and the compounds derived therefrom preferably have a low melting point in the range of 50.degree.-100.degree. C. and preferably between 50.degree. C. and about 80.degree. C.

Abstract: The gels of the the invention may be made non-adhearing, non-sticking, non-tacky by incorporating an advantage amount of fatty acids, metal stearates, and waxes.

Abstract: The injection-molding composition of the invention based on a talc-reinforced propylene polymer contains an additive combination of glyceryl monostearate plus fatty acid dialkanolamide in a mixing ratio in the range from 1:1 to 3:1 and a total amount of up to 1.5% by weight, based on the weight of the propylene polymer.

Abstract: Perfluoroelastomer compositions substantially free of elemental carbon, having selected metallic reinforcing filler and titanium dioxide, when cured, exhibit excellent performance characteristics in dry process semiconductor sealing applications.

Abstract: Molding materials comprisingA) polymers of propylene and up to 20% by weight of further monomers, containingB) from 0.05 to 0.4% by weight of a monofunctional or polyfunctional carboxamide or of a carboxamide mixture having a molecular weight of from 150 to 600 andc) from 0.1 to 3.0% by weight of an ethylene polymer with up to 20% by weight of comonomers, having a density of from 0.890 to 0.945 g/cm.sup.3 and an MFI of from 10 to 100 g/10 min, measured according to ISO 1133 at 190.degree.C./2.16 kg.The films and moldings produced using the novel molding materials have particularly good frictional properties.