Abstract: N,N,N',N'-Tetrasubstituted 1,4-diamino-2-butynes or N,N-disubstituted propargylamines where the substituents are alkyl, cycloalkyl, phenylalkyl, aryl or mixtures thereof provide effective antioxidant protection to lubricants and/or synthetic polymers.

Abstract: A new class of antiozonant compounds, namely tris(N-alkyl-p-phenylenediamino)-1,3,5-triazine compounds, are incorporated into thermosetting compositions having at least one highly unsaturated rubbery polymer and at least one other elastomer having lesser unsaturation, such as EPDM. Thermosetting compositions are most useful as tire sidewall compositions which may be preferably cured with blends of organic peroxide and sulfur donor accelerators.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel class of polymeric compositions which have molecular weights ranging from 300 to 3000 and are the reaction product of (a) an alkyl or cycloalkyl substituted diphenyldiamine and (b) a conjugated or nonconjugated diene. The polymeric diphenyldiamine compounds are particularly useful as an antiozonant in diene containing polymers.

Abstract: Linear alternating polymers of carbon monoxide and at least one ethylenically unsaturated hydrocarbon are stabilized against thermal degradation by the inclusion therein of a stabilizing amount of a combination of a phenolic compound and an aromatic amine.

Abstract: This invention relates to organic materials normally susceptible to gradual degradation in the presence of oxygen during use over an extended period of time and of the type in which it is customary to add an antioxidant thereto to prevent degradation. The improvement constituting the basis of this invention comprises including an alkenylated toluenediamine having one alkenyl group ortho to an amine group. More particularly, the alkenylated toluenediamines suited as antioxidants are represented by the formulas: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are hydrogen, C.sub.1 to C.sub.3 aliphatic, or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 or R.sub.3 are bridged via an alkylene radical --(CH.sub.2).sub.y -- wherein y=2 to 5, and at least one of R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 or R.sub.5 is C.sub.1 or greater.

Abstract: A new class of antiozonant compounds, namely tris(N-alkyl-p-phenylenediamino)-1,3,5-triazine compounds, are incorporated into thermosetting compositions having at least one highly unsaturated rubbery polymer and at least one other elastomer having lesser unsaturation, such as EPDM. Thermosetting compositions are most useful as tire sidewall compositions which may be preferably cured with blends of organic peroxide and sulfur donor accelerators.

Abstract: A pneumatic tire having improved heat resistance and gripping performance is obtained by using as a tread rubber a rubber composition containing particular amounts of specified p-phenylene diamine derivative and specified carbon black.

Abstract: A graphic composite having a heat detackifiable adhesive, the composite comprising a carrier film; a graphic design adhered to the top surface of the carrier film; a protective coating lying over the graphic design; a heat detackifiable premask adhesive layer overlying the protective coating; and a premask carrier web adhered to the premask adhesive layer.

Abstract: A method for producing an .alpha.-olefin block copolymer, which comprises polymerizing propylene alone or together with a small amount of other .alpha.-olefin in the presence of a catalyst comprising a titanium-containing solid catalyst component and an organoaluminum compound, and then polymerizing the resulting propylene polymer with an .alpha.-olefin other than propylene, alone or together with propylene in a gas phase without deactivating the catalyst, characterized in that the gas phase polymerization is conducted in the presence of a siloxane or a polysiloxane in an amount of from 1.times.10.sup.-6 to 0.1 by weight ratio relative to the weight of said propylene polymer.

Abstract: EPDM and/or EPR rubber/silicone compositions having improved thermal properties, well adapted for the production of a wide variety of useful shaped articles, e.g., automotive seals, gaskets and belts, include a 2-mercapto-benzimidazole or salt thereof, preferably the zinc salt, an antioxidant comprising a secondary amine function, a diorganopolysiloxane oil, appropriate filler material and a peroxide crosslinking catalyst.

Abstract: Polymeric compositions of enhanced stability against oxidative degradation are produced when aromatic amines of up to 2 aromatic rings and at least one amino group are incorporated in polymers of carbon monoxide and at least one ethylenically unsaturated hydrocarbon.

Abstract: Rubber articles subjected to ozone while under dynamic flexing conditions are protected using a novel triazine class of materials, specifically tris-(N-alkyl-p-phenylenediamino)-1,3,5-triazines. Belts, hose, air springs, roofing membranes, etc. are preferred articles of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel tris(N-alkyl-p-phenylenediamino)-1,3,5-triazine compounds useful as antiozonants for unsaturated high polymers. The compounds may be prepared by reacting N-alkylphenylenediamine with a cyanuric halide.

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: Elastomeric compositions produced by curing blends comprising (A) a highly unsaturated rubber; (B) a saturated rubber; (C) a phenylenediamine compound and (D) a curing agent comprised of (i) sulfur and/or a sulfur donor compound, (ii) a sulfur cure accelerator, and (iii) a peroxide curative; wherein between about 1 and about 10 parts by weight of (C) per 100 parts by weight of (A) plus (B) is present exhibit unexpectedly high resistance to cut growth. In addition, a process for producing such rubber compositions is disclosed.

Abstract: A rubber composition comprising 30-140 parts by weight of carbon black treated with a particular compound based on 100 parts by weight of rubber which provides an improved reinforcement property of the rubber composition and at the same time improvement of the efficiency of productivity in tire manufacturing.

Abstract: Non linear optical compositions contain a vinylidene fluoride copolymer and an additive having molecular optoelelectronic activity, e.g. methyl-N-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-alaninate. Poled films derived from the composite display optoelectronic activity. There is a marked contrast with known techniques in which single crystals are utilized. The compositions are used to make laminates which display good waveguide properties.

Abstract: Non linear optical compositions contain a vinylidene fluoride copolymer and an additive having molecular optoelectronic activity, e.g. methyl-N-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-alaninate. Poled films derived from the composite display optoelectronic activity. There is a marked contrast with known techniques in which single crystals are utilized. The compositions are used to make laminates which display good waveguide properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of tertiary butyl derivatives of toluenediamine and specifically N-tert-butyl-2,6-toluenediamine as an antioxidant material for preventing oxidation of organic materials.

Abstract: A method for making polypyrrole structures less brittle comprising the steps of contacting the polypyrrole with an antioxidant until a desired degree of non brittleness is achieved. The antioxidants are preferably aromatic antioxidants. Polypyrroles of reduced brittleness include the antioxidants in low percentage.

Abstract: Thermoplastical processible polyamides are rendered hydrophobic by addition of particular aromatic amines, optionally in combination with selected phenolic compounds.

Abstract: This invention relates to polyarylene sulphides (PPS) produced in known manner from optionally substituted halogen benzenes and aromatic polyhalogen compounds, optionally in combination with other polymers, fillers and/or reinforcing fibres, which contain certain N-containing organic bases for reducing the elimination levels of acidic, corrosion-producing volatile constituents and for improving the flow properties thereof.

Abstract: Combinations of para-phenylene diamines and para di(nitroso) arenes act synergistically in guayule rubber-based compositions to protect them against oxidative degradation. A typically useful diamine is N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N'-phenyl-phenyl-p-phenylene diamine and a useful arene is para-di(nitroso)benzene. Vulcanizable compositions, as well as articles made therefrom, are within the scope of the invention.

Abstract: The high temperature aging of polyamides is substantially improved by incorporating therein an antioxidant and an oxide of a metal of Group II or III of the Periodic Table, preferably a crystalline aluminosilicate such as a synthetic zeolite. The amount of antioxidant is preferably 1 to 5% and the amount of metal oxide is preferably 0.5 to 5%. Polyamides which can be stabilized in this way include Nylon-6, Nylon-11 and Nylon-12.

Abstract: Oxalanilides of formula I ##STR1## in which R is C.sub.6-22 alkyl or C.sub.6-22 alkoxyR.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently, hydrogen, C.sub.1-8 alkyl, C.sub.1-12 alkoxy, C.sub.1-12 alkylthio, phenoxy or phenylthio; provided that R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 may not both be selected from alkylthio, phenoxy and phenylthio;and R.sub.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-8 alkylcertain of which are novel, are useful as UV-stabilizers in organic polymers and organic polymer-containing coatings, particularly automotive finishes. The compounds have low volatility and excellent solubility in organic solvents such as are used in liquid finishes.

Abstract: Oxalanilides of formula I ##STR1## in which R is C.sub.6-22 alkyl or C.sub.6-22 alkoxyR.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently, hydrogen, C.sub.1-8 alkyl, C.sub.1-12 alkoxy, C.sub.1-12 alkylthio, phenoxy or phenylthio; provided that R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 may not both be selected from alkylthio, phenoxy and phenylthio;andR.sub.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-8 alkylcertain of which are novel, are useful as UV-stabilizers in organic polymers and organic polymer-containing coatings, particularly automotive finishes. The compounds have low volatility and excellent solubility in organic solvents such as are used in liquid finishes.

Abstract: Rubber compositions are disclosed which exhibit a combination of properties especially suited for use as fluid sealing elements, such as valve seals, piston seals, washers and faucet seats.

Abstract: A composition of matter comprising an acetylene-terminated polyimide oligomer and a cure rate inhibitor selected from the group consisting of hydroquinone, maleic acid, glutaric acid, dibetanapthyl para-phenylene diamine. The composition has a retarded cure rate, thereby facilitating the fabrication of void-free molded objects and composites.

Abstract: A synergistic stabilizer combination is provided for use in improving the resistance of polymers, such as olefin polymers and copolymers, to deterioration in physical properties upon exposure to heat. The stabilizer combination contains a quinoline compound, a diamine compound and a magnesium compound in correlated amounts. In addition, olefin polymer compositions such as an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer composition containing the synergistic stabilizer combination and a method for preparing the compositions are provided.