Abstract: The invention relates to a gel used as a drag reducing slurry. The slurry stored aboard a vessel and is pumped into the region of laminar flow adjacent the vessel to reduce drag. The slurry is a thixotropic media composed of a surfactant coating the individual particles of drag reducing polymer resin as well as an anionic surfactant and a carrier liquid. The slurry forms a micelle structure and thus has an extremely long shelf life.

Abstract: A water-based bonding agent material made of an acrylic polymer or copolymer emulsion, metal salt complexed with an amine and surfactant is useful for unitizing packages having synthetic polymer surfaces.

Abstract: A vapor phase corrosion inhibitor-desiccant composite comprising silica gel granules coated with a vapor phase corrosion inhibitor component. The corrosion inhibitor component is selected from a formulation comprising anhydrous molybdates such as ammonium dimolybdate, sodium molybdate and amine molybdates mixed with benzotriazole and sodium nitrate, or from a formulation comprising amine benzoates, amine nitrates and benzotriazole. The composites can be impregnated into foam, extruded with polyolefin films which can additionally be laminated with metallized second film, or encapsulated in an air-permeable container. The corrosion inhibitor formulations have vapor pressures which provide ongoing corrosion protection for susceptible articles situated favorably with respect to the composite.

Abstract: A sealant or mastic composition comprises a dispersion of a finely divided particulate solid in a silicone resin formulation which contains a dispersant containing at least one group of the formula--(O--A--CO).sub.n --.The dispersant may be derived from a hydroxycarboxylic acid and preferably has a --COOH end group. The dispersant modifies the shear properties of the sealant.

Abstract: Stable aqueous microdispersions of finely divided polyamide resin particles and methods for the manufacture thereof are provided. The properties of these microdispersions are achieved by the addition thereto of an effective amount of a co-surfactant such as a lower alkyl alcohol. The provided microdispersions can be drawn into films which will form clear, continuous films at ambient or near-ambient temperatures regardless of the softening point of the polyamide resin. Dispersions according to this invention find use in hot melt adhesives, coatings, inks, and the like.

Abstract: An alkyd composition which is one of an aqueous emulsion or an aqueous microemulsion and which is autoxidatively drying, including an alkyd which is autoxidatively-drying; and an emulsifier which at least partly consists of an alkoxylate of monoalkanolamide of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein R is a polyunsaturated alkyl group having 7-23 carbon atoms, X is an alkyleneoxy group derived from an alkylene oxide having 2-3 carbon atoms, m is 2-4, and n is 2-30.

Abstract: Thermoplastic polymer product of a thermoplastic material including a thermoplastic polymer and polymeric composting promoting agent selected from the group consisting of nonmetallic metal complexing agents, nonoxidizing-metal metal complexing agents, and mixtures thereof, in a composting effective amount to convert in the presence of oxidizing metal compounds to an active oxidant to thermally degrade the thermoplastic polymer of the thermoplastic material under composting conditions to a low molecular weight material with enhanced biodegradability, the nonmetallic metal complexing agents and the nonoxidizing-metal metal complexing agents being neither photoactivators nor prooxidants.

Abstract: A novel amine-free antistatic agent comprising the reaction product of diethanolamine and a fatty acid or fatty acid ester, neutralized with a strong acid is disclosed, along with plastic composition treated with said antistatic composition, as well as a method for making the antistatic composition and methods for using it to produce plastic articles with antistatic properties.

Abstract: The combination of an ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer and a water soluble amine salt of a fatty acid is useful as a hydrophilic coating for the surfaces of fins in a heat exchanger. The exchanger is more efficient because the coating prevents the blockage of air flow by beads of condensed water which would otherwise build up in the narrow spaces between the fins.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a polyolefin resin composition comprising a specific cycloolefin-based polymer (a), a graft-modified elastomer (b) and a compound (c) having one amino group in the molecule, and containing, based on the total amount of the components (a), (b) and (c), 50 to 95% by weight of the component (a), 1 to 50% by weight of the component (b) and 0.01 to 45% by weight of the component (c). This polyolefin resin composition is improved particularly in mechanical properties such as impact strength, etc., while retaining excellent properties of the cycloolefin-based polymer (a).

Abstract: Amphoteric surfactants and copolymerizable amphoteric surfactants for use in latex paints are presented. These surfactants, which contain positively charged nitrogen, are incorporated into the paint formulations at low levels and impart superior wet adhesion and freeze-thaw stability.

Abstract: Stable aqueous dispersions of finely divided piperazine-containing polyamide resin particles and methods for the manufacture thereof are provided. Dispersions according to this invention find use in hot melt adhesives, coatings, inks, and the like.

Abstract: Toner particles comprising a polyester binder and a charge control agent are provided wherein such agent is a quaternary ammonium salt having one or more ester-containing moieties. Such an ester-containing salt causes toner particles to display lower fusing temperature, improved paper adhesion indexes, and improved polyester binder compatibility compared to nonesterified salts.

Abstract: A novel composition and process are disclosed for forming crosslinked gels at elevated temperatures utilize a novel crosslinking agent comprising at least one aminobenzoic acid compound and a water dispersible aldehyde or aldehyde generating compound.

Abstract: A cationic dispersant composed of a copolymer made of the monomers N,N-dimethylamino acrylate and/or methacrylate, the acrylic acid ester and or methacrylic acid ester of a C.sub.10 to C.sub.22 fatty alcohol, methyl acrylate and/or methyl methacrylate, acrylic and/or methacrylic acid and optionally n-butyl acrylate and/or methacrylate and isobutyl acrylate and/or methacrylate. It is equally suitable for the production of stable sizing agent dispersions intended for internal or surface sizing.

Abstract: A coating composition for application to a thermoplastic film, such as polypropylene film, the coated film and the method for coating the film are disclosed. The coating composition includes an acrylic copolymer, a slip agent and, optionally, a water dispersible wax. The acrylic copolymer can be an emulsion or a solution. The acrylic copolymer preferably includes at least 5 weight percent of a polar, functional comonomer; has an average molecular weight of at least about 10,000; and has a glass transition temperature of about 30.degree. C. to about 100.degree. C.

Abstract: N-Alkenyl substituted hydroxylamines of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, aryl or phenylalkyl, and R.sub.3 to R.sub.7 are independently hydrogen, alkyl or substituted alkyl are very effective process stabilizers for polymeric systems providing melt flow stabilization and resistance to discoloration during processing at elevated temperatures as well as effective stabilizers for lubricant compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition of a halogen-containing resin such as polyvinyl chloride in which the occurrence of a chalking phenomenon by light is prevented by including a specific copper salt.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a food container of a resin composition composed of a polyolefin and an inorganic filler, said resin composition containing (i) a phenolic antioxidant and (ii) a slip agent and/or antistatic agent, said phenolic antioxidant being at least one kind selected from .beta.-(4-hydroxy-3-t-butyl-5-alkylphenyl)propionic acid esters, hindered phenols having an isocyanuric acid ester, 1,3,5-tris(3,5-di-t-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene, specific phenol compounds, and 6-hydroxychroman compounds. The food container has a low level of offensive odors and discoloration.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions of polyamide resins having improved stability with respect to gelation and phase separation are provided, along with preparative methods therefor. The improved stability of the provided aqueous dispersions is achieved by the addition to such dispersion of a chemical moiety, such as a water soluble, amphoteric amino acid, anionic and cationic salts of amino acid, or mixtures thereof, in aqueous solutions. In a preferred embodiment, a dispersion-stabilizing amount of glycine is added with the inversion water used to invert an emulsion of water in polyamide resin. The resulting emulsion of resin in water is then cooled below the resin's melting point, causing the emulsified droplets of the polyamide resin to solidify as finely divided particles which are dispersed uniformly through the aqueous phase. The stable, aqueous dispersions of this invention are useful in coatings, inks, and as coatings for hot melt adhesive applications.

Abstract: The water leaching of ammonium polyphosphate from compositions comprising organic polymer and particles of ammonium polyphosphate is reduced if the ammonium polyphosphate is surface-modified with quaternary ammonium salt cationic surfactant.

Abstract: Amphoteric surfactants and copolymerizable amphoteric surfactants for use in latex paints are presented. These surfactants, which contain positively charged nitrogen, are incorporated into the paint formulations at low levels and impart superior wet adhesion and freeze-thaw stability.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polyester resin composition exhibiting improved antistatic properties including a thermoplastic polyester resin, between about 0.02 to about 10 wt. %, based on the total weight of the composition, of a sulfonate-type anionic antistatic agent, and between about 0.005 to about 10 wt. %, based on the total weight of the composition, of one or more compounds selected from organophosphorus compounds, and organic chelating agents.

Abstract: Esters of N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)hydroxylamines corresponding to the formula ##STR1## wherein R are various aliphatic and aromatic groups, and X is hydroxy or substituted carboxyethyl are effective in stabilizing various organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation.

Abstract: A process for enhancing the electrostatic chargeability of powder coatings or powders intended for surface-coating solid objects, by homogeneously incorporating at least one salt-like, cationic compound of the formulae (1) and/or (2) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4, independently of one another, are hydrogen atoms, straight-chain or branched alkyl groups having 1 to 30 carbon atoms, oxethyl groups of the formula --(CH.sub.2 --CH.sub.2 --O).sub.n --R in which R is a hydrogen atom or a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkyl or acyl group, and n is a number from 1 to 10, mononuclear or polynuclear cycloaliphatic radicals having 5 to 12 carbon atoms, mononuclear or polynuclear aromatic radicals or araliphatic radicals, R.sub.5 denotes a hydrogen, fluorine, chlorine or bromine atom or a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6)alkoxy or primary amino group, and where R.sub.1 and R.sub.3 may be part of a ring system having 5 to 7 atoms and 0 to 3 double bonds, and A.sup.

Abstract: An ink jet ink composition useful for printing on plain paper at room temperature comprises a colloidal suspension of a nonaqueous solvent (e.g. selected glycol ethers) and dispersed particles comprising a natural resin or synthetic polymer which is insoluble in water but soluble in the solvent at room temperature, and a dyestuff which is soluble in or bindable to the resin or polymer at room temperature but substantially insoluble in the solvent at room temperature. The ink composition is fluid and has a low viscosity at room temperature.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition of a halogen-containing resin such as polyvinyl chloride in which the occurrence of a chalking phenomenon by light is prevented by including a specific copper salt.

Abstract: A novel method for making stable aqueous microemulsions of high molecular weight polydiorganosiloxanes which comprises sequentially adding at an effective rate a standard emulsion comprised of polydiorganosiloxane precursor, surfactant, and water to a polymerization catalyst medium while mixing to form a clear, stable aqueous microemulsion of polydiorganosiloxane.

Abstract: A halogen-containing resin composition comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a halogen-containing resin, (B) 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of at least one amino acid zinc salt selected from glycine zinc salt and zinc glutamate, (C) 0.10 to 5 parts by weight of at least one carboxylic acid zinc salt selected from basic zinc salts of organic carboxylic acids, and optionally (D) 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of melamine.

Abstract: A pattern material for making foundry patterns for use in investment casting process, comprising urea, polyvinyl alcohol and a substance, said substance being capable of forming an eutectic mixture with polyvinyl alcohol to reduce the melting temperature of urea.

Abstract: The invention relates to noncorrosive, aqueous emulsions containing an organopolysiloxane and an emulsifier selected from a compound of the general formula ##STR1## a compound of the formula ##STR2## or mixtures thereof in which R is an aliphatic, saturated or unsaturated alkylcarbonyl radical of a carboxylic acid having from 5 to 30 carbon atoms or a saturated or unsaturated alkylphenylcarbonyl radical, where the alkyl group has from 2 to 20 carbon atoms, R.sup.1 is a hydrogen or a methyl radical, R.sup.2.sym. is an alkali metal cation or an ammonium ion of the general formulaH.sub.4-n N.sup..sym. R.sub.n.sup.3,where R.sup.3, which is the same or different, is an hydroxylated alkyl radical having from 1 to 20 carbon atoms or a radical of the general formula --(C.sub.y H.sub.2y O).sub.x H, where x is an integer of from 1 to 10, y is 2 or 3 and n may be 0, 1, 2 or 3, R.sup.4 is an alkali metal or alkaline-earth metal cation which forms a salt with the carboxyl group, R.sup.

Abstract: Coherent thermoplastic aggregates with very high content of pulverized mineral materials, composed of the said materials, of polyolefin polymers and/or copolymers, and possibly also of various familiar adjuvants, characterized by the fact that, in order for them to have both a volumetric mass close to or at most equal to the theoretical volumetric mass of the pulverized mineral substances entering into their composition and an excellent compatibility with redispersion polymers, the polymers and/or copolymers entering into the composition of the said aggregates in presence of a fluidizing agent are chosen within the group of thermoplastics with melting and/or softening point at least equal to 60.degree. C. and index of fluidity at least 50 (measured according to the standard ASTM D 1238) of the polyolefin type, other than those containing a polar monomer.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which the Rs independently of one another are H, phenyl, naphthyl or C.sub.7 -C.sub.30 alkaryl and R.sup.1 is H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 aralkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkyl, phenyl, naphthyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.30 alkaryl or a group of the formula (II)--(CH.sub.2).sub.a --SR.sup.3 (II)R.sup.2 is C.sub.7 -C.sub.30 alkaryl, phenyl, naphthyl or phenyl containing, in the para-position, an HO or C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxy group or a group of the formulae ##STR2## or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached, are a radical of the formula (III) ##STR3## R.sup.3 is a radical of the formulae --(CH.sub.2).sub.b --COOR.sup.6 or --(CH.sub.2).sub.2 OCOR.sup.7, a is the number 1, 2 or 3 and b is the number 1 or 2, and R.sup.4 is phenyl or a group of the formula (II), the two R.sup.5 s independently of one another are H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.24 alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 cycloalkyl or C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 aralkyl, and R.sup.6 is H, C.sub.1 -C.

Abstract: A polyoxymethylene composition comprises an antioxidant of 0.05 to 5% by weight and a basic compound containing at least one tertiary nitrogen atom and a metallic salt of carboxylic acid in the same one molecule of 0.01 to 2% by weight based on polyoxymethylene.

Abstract: This invention relates to a chlorine-containing resin molding characterized by its stabilization by aminocarboxylic acid and from which molding substantially no metallic ion is detected, and to material for use with the chlorine-containing resin molding consisting of 100 parts by weight of chlorine-containing resin and 0.5-5.0 parts by weight of aminocarbolyxic acid. According to the molding and the material for use therewith, there is no possibility of metallic ion dissolving from the molding in which a metallic stabilizer is conventionally used, with the result that the molding finds wide application in the industrial field related with electric parts including a semiconductor as a main item, medical treatment, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, and food stuffs, all subject to adverse effects by dissolution of metallic ion. Consideration for application of a nonmetallic agent is also given to the use of a coloring agent and a lubricant with respect to the molding and the material for use therewith.

Abstract: Curable polyester molding materials contain a mixture ofA. an ethylenically unsaturated polyester or a vinyl ester possessing an unsaturated terminal group,B. copolymerizable monomers,C. fibrous reinforcing agents,D. powdered fillers,E. organic free radical initiators,F. a viscosity depressant andG. conventional additives.The viscosity depressant is a tertiary or secondary amine which carries a long-chain alkyl or acyl group and a carboxyl group.

Abstract: An elastomeric blend composition having improved tear properties and having a viscosity at 0.73 sec.sup.-1 and at 200.degree. C. of about 8.times.10.sup.3 to about 8.times.10.sup.5 poises, said composition formable into an elastomeric article, which comprises:(a) a neutralized sulfonated EPDM terpolymer having a viscosity at 0.73 sec.sup.-1 and at 200.degree. C. of about 5.times.10.sup.4 poises to about 5.times.10.sup.6 poises and about 10 to about 50 meq. sulfonate groups per 100 grams of said sulfonated EPDM terpolymer, said sulfonate groups being neutralized; and(b) about 2 to about 60 parts by weight of a fluorohydrocarbon elastomer per 100 parts of such sulfonated EPDM terpolymer.

Abstract: A microgel dispersion characterized by that an oil-soluble surface active agent is adsorbed or adhered onto a gel consisting of a fine particle substance and a polymer, and said gel is dispersed in a non-aqueous organic solvent.

Abstract: A soft-rubbing shaped adhesive is based on an adhesive forming polymer solution gelled with a soap-forming gelling agent in the presence of a modifying additive comprising an aminocarboxylic acid or corresponding lactam, preferably an aminocarboxylic acid containing from 4 to 8 carbon atoms. Especially useful modifying additives include caprolactam, the sodium salt of aminocaproic acid, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: Salts generally act as reinforcing compounds in polyurethane compositions. Salts containing a free-amine function generally increase the low-strain moduli more than salts which lack such free-amine functions or are neutral. The salts are generally formed by reacting a basic nitrogen function compound such as a monoamine or a diamine with a mono or a dicarboxylic acid.

Abstract: N-hydroxyiminodiacetic and dipropionic acids and esters thereof corresponding to the formula ##STR1## are effective in stabilizing various organic materials against oxidative, thermal and actinic degradation, said derivatives being particularly effective as color improvers and process stabilizers in synthetic polymers containing phenolic antioxidants and/or metal salts of fatty acids and as stabilizers in lubricants.

Abstract: A triboelectrically chargeable composition for use in development of electrostatic latent images. The composition contains a metal complex of an amino acid compound having an amino or mono-substituted amino group and a carboxylic group. The composition is embodied typically as a positively chargeable toner and also as a charge-imparting material for charging a toner.

Abstract: Compounds corresponding to the following general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.0 represents H or, together with R.sup.1, represents --CO-- when X represents --CO-- or, together with R.sup.2, represents --CO-- when X represents --CH.sub.2 --CO,a residue of R, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2, H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, aryl, COOR.sup.5 or, when R.sup.0 represents H and X represents --CO--, ##STR2## and the other residues R, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 represent H; R.sup.3 represents H or CH.sub.3 ;R.sup.4 represents C.sub.7 -C.sub.20 aralkyl;R.sup.5 represents H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or C.sub.6 -C.sub.12 aryl;X represents a residue --(CH.sub.2).sub.n CO--, --(CH.sub.2).sub.n SO.sub.2, --CH.sub.2 --, --CH.sub.2 O--CO-- ##STR3## m represents 1 or 2; and n represents 0 or 1;are suitable for use as incorporable antiagers for polymers, particularly nitrile rubber.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adhesive stick of an adhesive resin dissolved and/or dispersed in an aqueous solvent system and containing a gel-forming component and, if desired, other standard additives. The new adhesive stick is characterized in that its adhesive layers applied by rubbing onto a receiving surface show permanently tacky pressure-sensitive adhesive properties and in that the stick contains the reaction product of sorbitol and/or xylitol and benzaldehyde as the gel-forming component and, as adhesive resin, a reaction mixture from the reaction of methyl vinyl ether/maleic acid anhydride copolymers with partially neutralized acid phosphate esters of nonionic wetting agents of the lower alkylene oxide adduct type.

Abstract: An N-t-alkyl-N-sec-alkyl secondary amine compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein X, Y and Z are each independently selected from --H, --OH, or an alkyl group having from 1 to about 15 carbon atoms; and n is an integer of from 3 to about 6.

Abstract: The invention pertains to X-ray contrast spherical hydrogel particles based on polymers and copolymers of acrylates and methacrylates and to a method of their preparation.The subject of this invention are X-ray contrast spherical hydrogel particles based on polymers and copolymers of acrylates and methacrylates characterized by the particles of spherical form with diameter 0.2 to 2 mm, which strongly swell in water and contain a derivative of amino-triiodobenzoic acid of general formula I, ##STR1## where R.sup.1,R.sup.2 is hydrogen, acyl group with 1 to 3 carbon atoms or alkyl with 1 to 10 carbon atoms and X is halogen, --OH or --NH(CH.sub.2).sub.n NH.sub.2, where n=1-6, covalently bonded to the polymer skeleton.

Abstract: Surfactants which are blocked against surfactant action (identified herein as "photolabile blocked surfactants") by a photolabile protective or masking group but which, on exposure to actinic radiation, become unblocked are provided. Coating compositions in which surfactant is formed on irradiation are provided by blending the photolabile blocked surfactant with polymeric film-forming materials.Compositions containing the photolabile blocked surfactants are useful when employed as protective coatings on various substrates or as the adhesive in a pressure sensitive adhesive tape. Although initially well adhering to a substrate, such compositions may be readily removed from the substrate following exposure of the same to suitable radiation which unblocks the surfactant to permit it to regain its surfactant activity.

Abstract: Water-resistant articles such as automobile surfaces are protected against soiling from asphalt undercoating, paint overspray and the like, by applying a pre-coat film of polymer that is readily flushed off with water after the soiling exposure is terminated. Pre-coat is preferably applied from aqueous dispersion and has sufficient levelling agent content to keep it from separating into droplets when applied on a heavily waxed surface. Fluorinated surfactants, by themselves or mixed with silicone surfactants, are effective levelling agents. Alginate and half-acid half-amide 3-dimethylaminopropylamine-reacted ethylene-maleic anhydride polymers are very good film-formers, although others can be used. The film-formers are preferably heavily plasticized with glycerine or other water-soluble plasticizer.

Abstract: Water-based silicone resin emulsions are provided comprising an organopolysiloxane resin or mixture of resins which may include a solvent carrier, and a single emulsifying agent comprising the reaction product of an aliphatic carboxylic acid and an amine or ammonia as well as an amount of water sufficient for providing a water-based emulsion having a desired silicone resin solids content by weight.

Abstract: Aqueous solutions comprising 25 to 60 percent by weight of mixtures of(a) polymers of acrylic acid and/or copolymers of acrylic acid with maleic acid and(b) aminopolycarboxylic acids, aminopolyphosphonic acids and/or hydroxyalkanepolyphosphonic acids,such solutions having a pH value of about 3 to about 7 with the acid groups being present 20 to 80 percent in the form of the potassium salts and the remaining acid groups being present in form of the free acid, the amine salt, or mixtures thereof.