Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing rubber mixtures, to the rubber mixtures obtainable by the process, to the use of rubber mixtures for producing tires or semi-finished products for tires and crosslinked elastomer molded articles which are obtained by vulcanization of the rubber mixtures produced according to the present invention.

Abstract: A material composition including a flexible, polymeric matrix and a reverse-thermochromic colorant is described. When subjected to a heat source, the polymeric material can change color from a pale or neutral color to a darker or more vibrant color of a Delta E (?E) change of >3. The reverse-thermochromic colorant exhibits a color change when exposed to a heat source within a period of about 30 seconds, and is observable by an unaided human eye under either natural daylight or ambient artificial normal lighting conditions. One or more different reverse-thermochromic colorants in combination may be incorporated. The polymeric matrix surrounds or encapsulates a solvatochromic dye molecule with a phenolate betaine structure. The polymeric matrix includes a dipole orientating agent that induces said solvatochromic dye to express locally when subjected to a temperature change.

Abstract: There is provided an aqueous composition comprising (a) at least one anionically stabilized latex polymer, (b) at least one polyfunctional amine, and (c) at least one volatile base; wherein said polymer (a) has Tg of 21° C. or higher. Also provided are methods for coating leather and for coating elastomer comprising the step of applying to said leather or said elastomer at least one layer of an aqueous coating composition comprising (a) at least one anionically stabilized latex polymer, (b) at least one polyfunctional amine, and (c) at least one volatile base.

Abstract: A spray-on ultra violet light absorbing composition for application on bird decoys and related bird hunting and bird watching apparatus, and the process for making the composition. The composition is made in three phases each separately mixed and thereafter combined. In phase A, a thickener, optionally a preservative, a pH adjuster and distilled water are combined and mixed. In phase B, a disperser, a solvent, a film forming polymer and a pH buffer are combined and mixed. The mixtures of phase A and phase B are heated, combined and mixed. In phase C, a UV absorbent, a wetting agent, emulsifiers, and optionally a surface smoother, are combined and mixed. The mixture of phase C is heated and added to the heated phase A and phase B mixture. The mixture is thereafter cooled, diluted and homogenized.

Abstract: This invention relates to a silica reinforced rubber composition containing an ionic compound and article having a component thereof. The invention particularly relates to an article such as a rubber tire having a component of such rubber composition. Said ionic compound is composed of a combination of an organic cation moiety and an organic or inorganic anion moiety. Said ionic compound is desirably an ionically conductive ionic compound. The invention particularly relates to improvement of one or more physical properties of a rubber composition by an inclusion of such ionic compound and/or providing a path of least electrical resistance for a electrically resistive component of an article such as a tire by an inclusion in the rubber composition of said component of an ionically conductive ionic compound composed of a combination of an organic cation moiety and an organic or inorganic anion moiety.

Abstract: Disclosed is a near-infrared absorbing compound which does not contain antimony or arsenic, and has excellent stability, especially excellent heat resistance, light resistance and moist heat resistance. Also disclosed are a near-infrared absorbing filter, which is produced by using the near-infrared absorbing compound, and has excellent resistance such as light resistance and heat resistance, an optical filter and an optical recording medium. Specifically disclosed are a diimmonium compound represented by the formula (1) below and a near-infrared absorbing filter obtained by using such a diimmonium compound. Further specifically disclosed are a near-infrared absorbing filter wherein an adhesive layer containing the diimmonium compound is arranged on a transparent supporting body, and an optical filter using such a near-infrared absorbing filter.

Abstract: This invention discloses paint compositions characterized by comprising polyolefin or modified polyolefin (A) and ionic liquid (B), and coating methods using the compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nanocomposite of an isobutylene-based elastomer and a phosphate nanofiller. Also disclosed is a nanocomposite embodiment wherein the elastomer is BIMSM and high aspect ratio, partially intercalated, partially exfoliated alpha-zirconium phosphate treated with amine or amide. A dispersion aid can include a low molecular weight polymer or oligomer, optionally functionalized with a polar group. The nanocomposite is suitable for use as an air barrier.

Abstract: There is described the use of an acetaldehyde decreasing compound in a thermoplastic composition which comprises: (i) a polyester; and (ii) at least one property improving material selected from a compound containing an amino moiety, a nano clay and/or a quaternary ammonium compound; for reducing the degree of discolouration and/or increasing the degree of light transmission of an article formed from the thermoplastic composition. A preferred acetaldehyde decreasing compound is anthranilamide.

Abstract: Deaggregated substituted and unsubstituted polyparaphenylenes, polyparaphenylevevinyles, polyanilines, polyazines, polythiophenes, poly-p-phenylene sulfides, polyfuranes, polypyrroles, polyselenophene, polyacetylenes formed from soluble precursors and combinations thereof and copolymers thereof and methods of fabrication are described. The deaggregated polymer molecules when subsequently doped show higher electrical conductivity. Agents such as lithium chloride, m-cresol and nonylphenol are used to deaggregate the polymer molecules. The deaggregating agents can be added prior to or during doping the molecules.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a polymeric composition prepared from a biodegradable polymer defined by poly-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) or copolymers thereof, and at least one other biodegradable polymer, such as polycaprolactone (PCL) and poly (lactic acid) (PLA), so as to alter its structure, and further at least one additive of the type of natural filler and natural fibers, and, optionally, nucleant, thermal stabilizer, processing aid, with the object of preparing an environmentally degradable material. According to the production process described herein, the composition resulting from the mixture of the modified biodegradable polymer and additives can be utilized in the manufacture of injected packages for food products, injected packages for cosmetics, tubes, technical pieces and several injected products.

Abstract: Corrosion-resistant adhesive compositions are provided. The compositions are useful for bonding together plies in multi-ply cellulosic fibrous structures. Multi-ply cellulosic fibrous structures incorporating the adhesives, products produced from such structures, and methods of producing the structures are also disclosed. The adhesive compositions incorporate a polyvinyl alcohol polymer and a corrosion inhibitor. The adhesive compositions may be sprayed or coated onto the cellulosic structures to bond layers of the structure to each other. The corrosion-resistant adhesive compositions are useful for preventing corrosion in the various devices used for handling and application of the adhesives such as spray equipment and applicator rolls. The cellulosic fibrous structures may be used to produce a variety of products including paper towels, toilet tissue, facial tissue, napkins, and other absorbent materials.

Abstract: An anti-fouling or fouling release condensation curing organopolysiloxane composition is provided comprising (A) a diorganopolysiloxane having at least two silicon atom-bonded hydroxyl and/or hydrolyzable groups in a molecule, (B) a silane having at least two hydrolyzable groups in a molecule and/or a partial hydrolytic condensate thereof, and (C) an ionic liquid, typically a fused salt. The composition cures to an underwater structure to form a coating which is non-toxic, non-detrimental to the environment, and effective for preventing aquatic organisms from depositing and growing thereon over a long term.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for functional films, and more particularly to compositions for functional films such as a heat ray screening film compatible with hydrolic or alcoholic and anti-hydrolic resin binder, a near infrared screening film, a chrominance correcting film, a conductive film, a magnetic film, a ferromagnetic film, a dielectric film, a ferroelectric film, an electrochromic film, an electroluminescence film, an insulating film, a reflecting film, a reflection preventing film, a catalyst film, a photocatalyst film, a light selectively absorbing film, a hard film, and a heat resisting film, films formed therefrom, and a method of forming the compositions and the films.

Abstract: A rubber composition comprising: (A) a rubber component including 30 to 100 mass % of diene rubber having at least one functional group selected from the group consisting of an amino group, an alkoxysilyl group, an epoxy group, a hydroxyl group, and a carboxyl group in an amount of 0.01 to 5.0 mmol per 100 g of the diene rubber; (B) silica in an amount of 5 to 130 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the rubber component; and (C) an aliphatic component having at least one functional group selected from the group consisting of a carboxyl group, a hydroxyl group, an amino group, and an epoxy group in an amount of 3 to 15 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the silica. The rubber composition and a tire using the rubber composition exhibit excellent scorching properties before vulcanization and exhibit excellent rolling resistance and wet skid properties after vulcanization.

Abstract: Multi-layer films particularly suited for packaging applications, including a core layer, the core layer having at least one nucleating agent and at least one water vapor transmission inhibitor are provided. Optionally, the multi-layer film may have at least one skin layer and at least one tie layer located intermediate the core layer and the at least one skin layer. Embodiments may have the advantage of superior barrier properties and very low water vapor transmission rates.

Abstract: A resist film made of a chemically amplified resist material including a polymer; a photo-acid generator and carbamoyl oxime is formed on a substrate. Subsequently, pattern exposure is performed by selectively irradiating the resist film with exposing light. After the pattern exposure, the resist film is baked, and the baked resist film is developed, so as to form a resist pattern made of the resist film.

Abstract: A viscosity modifier for plastisol compositions which contains at least one selected from the group consisting of: (A) a compound having at least one of a carboxy group or a salt thereof, an alkoxy group, and a glycidyl group; (B) amine compounds; and (C) metal chelate compounds. A plastisol composition containing the viscosity modifier and a polymer. A product having a coating layer obtained from the composition. A molded product obtained by using the composition. This viscosity modifier has an excellent effect of decreasing viscosity of a plastisol composition, thus enabling acquisition of a plastisol composition which allows an excellent cured product to be obtained at a low cost.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a process for hydrogenating a latex of a low molecular weight functionalized, unsaturated elastomer to produce a latex of a hydrogenated, low molecular weight, low gel, functionalized elastomer, said process comprising hydrogenating the low molecular weight, functionalized, unsaturated elastomer in the presence of (1) an oxidant selected from the group consisting of oxygen and hydroperoxides, (2) a reducing agent selected from the group consisting of hydrazine and hydrazine hydrates, and (3) a metal ion activator, wherein a hydroxylamine is added to the latex of the low molecular weight, functionalized, unsaturated elastomer or to the latex of the hydrogenated, low molecular weight, functionalized elastomer prior, during, or subsequent to the hydrogenation to produce the latex of the hydrogenated low molecular weight, low gel, functionalized elastomer.

Abstract: The invention is a polymer composition and a method of preparing same, wherein the polymer composition comprises at least one perchlorate and at least one organic solvent. The polymer composition is preferably for use with halogen-containing polymers.

Abstract: A curable resin material-fine particle composite material, an optical material, and a light emitting device are disclosed. The composite material includes a resin material of an uncured or semicured resin and fine particles of an inorganic material dispersed in the resin material. The surface of the fine particles is treated by at least first and second surface treatment agents composed of molecules represented by the formulas (1) and (2), respectively: first surface treatment agent: R1—X1 ??(1) second surface treatment agent: R2—X2 ??(2) wherein R1 represents a long-chain aliphatic or alicyclic hydrocarbon group, R2 represents a hydrocarbon group having a structure showing affinity with at least a portion of monomers composing the resin material, and X1 and X2 independently represent a carboxyl group —COOH, hydrohydroxyphosphoryl group —PH(O)(OH), phosphono group —PO(OH)2, sulfino group —SO(OH), sulfo group —SO2(OH), thiol group —SH, amino group —NH2, or vinyl group —CH?CH.

Abstract: Disclosed are waterborne, radiation-curable coating compositions. These coating compositions include a water-dispersible polymer and a hydrophobic multi-functional ethylenically unsaturated compound. The compositions are characterized by being viscosity stable at elevated temperatures and alkaline conditions.

Abstract: An aqueous fluoropolymer dispersion comprising an aqueous medium, fluoropolymer particles, and an amine oxide surfactant. Coagulated fluoropolymer resin is produced from the dispersion by adding an acidic reagent in sufficient amount to cause coagulation and separation of the coagulated fluoropolymer resin from the aqueous medium. Another particulate component such as particular polymer, filler, pigment, solid lubricant, etc., may be added to the dispersion and co-coagulated to form a mixture of coagulated fluoropolymer resin and particulate component.

Abstract: A hardmask composition includes a solvent and an organosilicon copolymer. The organosilicon copolymer may be represented by Formula A: (SiO1.5—Y—SiO1.5)x(R3SiO1.5)y ??(A) wherein x and y may satisfy the following relations: x is about 0.05 to about 0.9, y is about 0.05 to about 0.9, and x+y=1, R3 may be a C1-C12 alkyl group, and Y may be a linking group including a substituted or unsubstituted, linear or branched C1-C20 alkyl group, a C1-C20 group containing a chain that includes an aromatic ring, a heterocyclic ring, a urea group or an isocyanurate group, or a C2-C20 group containing one or more multiple bonds.

Abstract: The invention provides for the use of ionic liquids or solutions of metal salts in ionic liquids and, if desired, diols and/or polyols as antistatics for plastics.

Abstract: An anti-reflective coating film is formed by applying on a chemically amplified photoresist film an anti-reflective coating composition comprising an alkali-soluble fluorine-containing polymer, an acid, an amine and a solvent capable of dissolving these components and having a pH of 7 or less. The formed anti-reflective coating film can serve to prevent multiple reflections within the photoresist film, increase the amount of reduction in thickness of the photoresist film upon development with a developer after exposure, and form a pattern having a rectangular cross-sectional pattern and not having T-top or round top.

Abstract: The composition for forming silica based coating of the invention comprises siloxane resin such as an alkoxysilane as component (a), a solvent such as an alcohol capable of dissolving the siloxane resin as component (b), an ammonium salt, etc. as component (c) and a thermal decomposing/volatile compound as component (d), wherein the stress of the coating obtained by heat treatment at 150° C./3 min is 10 MPa and the specific permittivity of the silica based coating obtained by final curing is less than 3.0. The composition for forming silica based coating according to the invention can form a silica based coating having low permittivity, excellent adhesion and sufficient mechanical strength.

Abstract: The present invention provides a resist pattern thickening material, which can utilize ArF excimer laser light; which, when applied over a resist pattern to be thickened, e.g., in form of lines and spaces pattern, can thicken the resist pattern to be thickened regardless of the size of the resist pattern to be thickened; and which is suited for forming a fine space pattern or the like, exceeding exposure limits. The present invention also provides a process for forming a resist pattern and a process for manufacturing a semiconductor device, wherein the resist pattern thickening material of the present invention is suitably utilized.

Abstract: An anhydrous gel composition is provided for holding and dispersing into the surrounding air space, in a time controlled manner, a volatile composition contained within the gel. The gel composition is formed by crosslinking a polymer solution that contains the volatile composition. In one embodiment the gel composition comprises about 8% to about 25% by weight of an anhydride functionalized polymer; about 0.3% to about 10% by weight of total crosslinker reagent; and about 50% to about 90% by weight of a functional volatile component.

Abstract: Variable resistance PEDT/PSS buffer layers are provided for use in electroluminescent devices such as, e.g., OLEDs. In accordance with another embodiment, there are provided OLEDs comprising variable resistance PEDT/PSS buffer layers. In accordance with a further embodiment, methods have been developed for varying the conductivity of a PEDT/PSS layer cast from aqueous solution onto a substrate, by adding a co-solvent to the aqueous solution of PEDT/PSS prior to casting.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous hydrophilic coating composition and method for treating various hard surfaces including, but not limited to, rubber metal, glass, plastic, vinyl, ceramic, stone, or various other painted surfaces to create a hydrophilic surface without visible residue or water spots. The coating composition comprises a hydroxyl functional compound, a silane compound and water. The aqueous hydrophilic coating composition can be used both as a dilute washing solution to clean surfaces and a coating composition to provide a durable protection from future stains and residues. The coating composition can be applied directly or indirectly to a solid surface using various application devices including, but not limited to, spray, aerosol, wipes, towels, sponges and pads.

Abstract: A process for obtaining a grafted diene elastomer having functional groups along the chain, a rubber composition containing this grafted elastomer and having in particular improved hysteresis properties in the cross-linked state, a preparation process for this composition, a tire tread made from this composition and a tire of reduced rolling resistance which incorporates this tread. A process for obtaining this grafted elastomer includes a radical grafting reaction carried out in solution or without a solvent by means of a reagent of the mercaptan type to graft functional groups on to the chain of a starting elastomer. The starting elastomer is treated with an antioxidant having at least one aromatic amine function before the grafting reaction, so that the grafted elastomer has a macrostructure which is practically identical to that of the starting elastomer.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved polymeric resin composition comprising units derived from ethylene, from about 20 wt % to about 30 wt % units derived from an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having from 3 to 8 carbons, and optionally an effective amount of at least one additive selected from the group consisting of hindered amine light stabilizers, UV light absorbers, and thermal stabilizers. Resins of the present invention are particularly suitable for preparing transparent laminates useful as glazing elements that provide a greater measure of safety than non-laminated glazing elements.

Abstract: Polyolefin compositions comprising a particular hindered phenolic antioxidant selected from the group consisting of tris(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)isocyanurate, 1,3,5-tris-(3,5-di -tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene and the calcium salt of the monoethyl ester of 3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzylphosphonic acid, an oligomeric sterically hindered amine light stabilizer, a hydroxylamine stabilizer or trialkylamine N-oxide stabilizer, and, optionally, an organic phosphorus stabilizer, are effectively stabilized against degradation upon melt processing, long term heat aging, and exposure to combustion products of natural gas.

Abstract: There is disclosed a polyvinylpyrrolidone powder composition including polyvinylpyrrolidone having a K value of not lower than 60 and not higher than 130 and a secondary amine or a salt thereof. The poly-vinylpyrrolidone powder composition is produced by adding a secondary amine or a salt thereof to polyvinylpyrrolidone having a K value of not lower than 60 and not higher than 130, or by heat drying an aqueous solution containing polyvinylpyrrolidone having a K value of not lower than 60 and not higher than 130 and a secondary amine or a salt thereof.

Abstract: A composition for forming an aluminum fine particle dispersed film, which comprises a complex of an amine compound and aluminum hydride and a polymer component having film formability is prepared, and a film formed therefrom is heated or exposed to light to manufacture an aluminum fine particle dispersed film. The above composition can provide an Al fine particle dispersed film which can be used in electronic devices or optical devices, an Al wiring pattern film and an Al mirror film.

Abstract: There is disclosed a pneumatic tire having a component containing a rubber composition comprising (A) a sulfur-vulcanized rubber compound; and (B) the reaction product of (1) a methylene acceptor; and (2) a combination methylene donor comprising hexamethylenetetramine and at least one N-substituted oxymethyl melamine.

Abstract: The invention relates to anti-skinning agents containing mixtures of organic compounds (combinations of additives), whereby the organic compounds are selected from the groups of (a) organic hydroxylamines and (b) alkylamines and/or alkyl alkanolamines and also relates to compositions containing the combination, especially oxidatively drying paints or coating compositions and article coated with such oxidatively drying paints or coating compositions.

Abstract: An article of manufacture comprises an ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) mixed with a processing oil and a lubricant selected from the group consisting of fatty acid esters, ethoxylated fatty acid esters, glycol esters, PEG esters, glycerol esters, ethoxylated esters, sorbitol esters, ethoxylated sorbitol esters, aromatic ethoxylates, alcohol ethoxylates, mercaptan ethoxylates, modified ethoxylates, amide surfactants, phosphate esters, phosphonate esters, phosphite esters, alkyl sulfates, fatty acid ethers, alkyl ether sulfates, alkylaryl ether sulfates, sulfonates, naphthalene sulfonates, sulfosuccinates, sulfonated esters, sulfonated amides, alkyl ether carboxylates, alkylaryl ether carboxylates, quaternary amines, amino quaternary amines, ethoxylated amines, imidazoline derivatives, betaines, sultaines, aminopropionate, catechol derivatives, saturated fatty acids, unsaturated fatty acids, and combinations thereof. The method for making those articles is also disclosed.

Abstract: A homogenous, aqueous, energy curable, stereo cross linkable ionomer containing coating composition and a method of preparing same.

Abstract: A flame-retardant seamless belt is formed by molding a thermoplastic composition containing a polyester thermoplastic elastomer as a main component thereof; at not less than 15 wt % nor more than 40 wt % of melamine cyanurate for a whole weight of the thermoplastic composition; and not less than 0.01 parts by weight nor more than three parts by weight of an anion-containing salt, shown by a chemical formula 1, for 100 parts by weight of an entire polymer component. The thermoplastic composition has a volume resistivity of not less than 1.0×106?·cm nor more than 1.0×1012?·cm. The flame-retardant seamless belt is used as an intermediate transfer belt (33) or the like for use in an image-forming apparatus such as a copying apparatus, a facsimile, a printer, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention provides a thermoplastic polymer composition mainly comprising a block copolymer prepared by extending, with a specific polyurethane component, the polymer chain of a block copolymer, which may be hydrogenated, having a polymer block of an aromatic vinyl compound and a polymer block of a conjugated diene. The thermoplastic polymer composition according to the present invention is excellent in handling properties and melt-moldability, because it shows non-tackiness. By using the thermoplastic polymer composition according to the present invention, a molded article having high qualities can be produced with good productivity.

Abstract: A method for preparing exfoliated clay nanocomposites by in-situ polymerization comprising the steps of (a) providing a mixture of at least one type of monomer and at least one type of organophilic clay; and (b) initiating an in-situ polymerization reaction in the mixture so as to cause the at least one type of monomer to polymerize thereby forming the exfoliated clay nanocomposite. The exfoliated clay nanocomposite produces an x-ray diffraction pattern that is substantially devoid of an intercalation peak. The exfoliated clay nanocomposite may then be used as a masterbatch.

Abstract: This invention provides water-based compositions, particularly coating, ink, adhesive, fountain solution and agricultural compositions, manifesting reduced equilibrium and dynamic surface tension by the incorporation of a surface tension reducing amount of a mixture of a non-fluorinated anionic compound and a non-fluorinated weak base cationic compound, the mixture demonstrating a dynamic surface tension (DST) which is less than the DST of the individual anionic and cationic compounds and less than 45 dynes/cm, at a concentration of ?5 wt % in water at 23° C. and 20 bubbles/second or less than 40 dynes/cm at a concentration of ?0.03M in water at 23° C. and 0.1 bubbles/second according to the maximum-bubble pressure method.

Abstract: Polymeric substrates, for example polyolefins such as polypropylene, can be made flame retardant by the incorporation therein of a synergistic mixture of (i.) at least one compound selected from the group consisting of nitroxyl stabilizers, hydroxylamine stabilizers, nitrone stabilizers, substituted hydroxylamine stabilizers, amine oxide stabilizers, benzofuranone stabilizers phosphite and phosphonite stabilizers, quinone methide stabilizers and monoacrylate esters of 2,2?-alkylidenebisphenol stabilizers and (ii.) at least one compound selected from the group consisting of brominated flame retardants, phosphorus containing flame retardants and inorganic flame retardants such as ammonium polyphosphate or decabromodiphenyl oxide; wherein the amount of organic or inorganic flame retardant of component (ii.) required to achieve an acceptable level of flame retardancy is significantly reduced compared to that needed when component (i.) is not present.

Abstract: An automatic laundry or dishwashing product in unit dose form comprising at least three distinct zones for delivering into at least three different stages in the washing cycle. The product provides improved cleaning, care and finishing benefits.

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: This invention is directed to compounds that can be used as antioxidants for exposed metal surfaces, and also as adhesion promoters for adhesive, coating or encapsulant resins that are applied to the metal substrates. These compounds include triazine or isocyanurate compounds bearing reactive or polymerizable functional groups, polyfunctional cyanate esters, and polyfunctional blocked-isocyanates.

Abstract: An ethylene-acrylic copolymer rubber composition, which comprises (A) a carboxyl group-containing ethylene-acrylic copolymer rubber, (B) at least one monoamine compound selected from the group consisting of a primary amine, a secondary amine and a tertiary amine, (C) a guanidine type compound, and (D) at least one of an aromatic diamine compound expressed by the following structural formula (1), H2N—Ph-M-Ph—NH2: ??structural formula (1) wherein M is O, S, SO2, CONH, or O—R—O in which R is Ph, Ph—Ph, Ph—SO2—Ph, (CH2)m, (CH2)C(CH3)2(CH2), or Ph—C(CX3)2—Ph, and m=3–5, X=H or F and Ph=benzene ring.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-reflective coating composition characterized by comprising a resin made from triazine compounds having at least two nitrogen atoms substituted a hydroxymethyl group and/or an alkoxymethyl group, and a light absorbing compound and/or a light absorbing resin. The present invention offers an anti-reflective coating composition for the anti-reflective coating having high light absorption property of the light used for the lithography process in the preparation of semiconductor device, showing high reflective light preventing effect, being used at thinner film thickness more than before, and having greater dry etching rate in comparison to photoresist layer.