Abstract: This invention relates to high solids aqueous dispersions of reactive hydrophobizing agents, to methods of preparation of such dispersions, and to aqueous blends of such dispersions with a variety of other aqueous dispersions or solutions, including synthetic resin emulsions, wherein the aqueous dispersions of reactive hydrophobizing agents are prepared in the presence of a water-soluble protective colloid in combination with a solid water-insoluble anhydride compound. The dispersions of this invention efficiently impart hydrophobic characteristics to the surfaces and interfaces of materials onto which they are applied and unexpectedly exhibit very high stability to storage and handling conditions found in industry.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a high clarity water sensitive carboxylated nitrile rubber composition which is particularly useful in making photopolymer formulations for printing plates utilized in flexographic printing applications. The present invention more specifically discloses a high clarity water sensitive carboxylated nitrile rubber composition which is comprised of (a) a carboxylated nitrile rubber which is comprised of repeat units which are derived from about 30 weight percent to about 60 weight percent 1,3-butadiene, from about 30 weight percent to about 50 weight percent acrylonitrile, and from about 10 weight percent to about 20 weight percent methacrylic acid, and (b) from about 1 to about 10 phr of at least one organic acid which contains at least three carboxyl groups. The carboxylated nitrile rubber of this invention will typically have a Mooney ML-4 viscosity of less than about 80.

Abstract: The invention relates to polylactide films the mechanical properties of which, in particular bursting strength, elongation and tearing strength, have been improved by adding to the polymer certain plasticizers. These plasticizers are preferably glycerol esters.

Abstract: The present invention relates to opalescent cosmetic compositions that are stable and suitable for topical application to human skin, and to methods for preparing and using such compositions. The compositions of the invention include (1) a hydrogenated indene-styrene-vinyltoluene polymer in an amount from about 0.1% by weight to about 50% by weight of the composition and (2) a carrier material in an amount from about 50% by weight to about 99.9% by weight of the composition. The opalescent composition may further contain a cosmetic material in an amount from about 0.5% by weight to about 20% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: The plasticity of ceramic compositions and dispersions can be improved by addition of at least one polymer (I) with recurring succinyl units. This effect can be reversed by addition of a setting accelerator (II); preferred setting accelerators are polymers (II) of the polyalkylenepolyamine type.

Abstract: A flame retardant composition is provided which is less expensive to produce than prior compositions and yet which exhibits desirable insulation properties, flame and fire resistance, and which, when ignited, does not emit noxious smoke or corrosive gases. The crosslinkable flame retardant composition includes a crosslinkable polymer, a hydrated inorganic filler, and a coupling agent which is an acid having at least two active carboxylic acid groups.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a high clarity water-sensitive carboxylated nitrile rubber composition which is particularly useful in making photopolymer formulations for printing plates utilized in flexographic printing applications. The present invention more specifically discloses a high clarity water-sensitive carboxylated nitrile rubber composition which is comprised of (a) a carboxylated nitrile rubber which is comprised of repeat units which are derived from about 33 weight percent to about 77 weight percent 1,3-butadiene, from about 15 weight percent to about 45 weight percent acrylonitrile and from about 8 weight percent to about 22 weight percent methacrylic acid and (b) from about 1 to about 10 phr of at least one organic acid which contains at least three carboxyl groups. The carboxylated nitrile rubber of this invention will typically have a Mooney ML-4 viscosity of less than about 80 and a volume swell of greater than 40 percent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous thickener compositions for adjusting the rheology of aqueous water-dilutable systems which containA) a polyurethane thickening agent,B) a nonionic emulsifier,C) a compound corresponding to formula (I) ##STR1## wherein, independently of one another, R.sub.1 represents a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl group or a C.sub.4 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl group,R.sub.2 represents a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl group or a C.sub.4 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl group, andn is an integer from 1 to 6, andD) water and optionally another water-dilutable compound.The present invention also relates to the use of these aqueous thickening compositions for thickening aqueous resin systems.

Abstract: Disclosed is a thermoplastic composition that comprises a unreacted mixture of polyethylene oxide polymer and a multicarboxylic acid. One embodiment of such a thermoplastic composition is a mixture of polyethylene oxide polymer and adipic acid. The thermoplastic composition is capable of being extruded into fibers that may be formed into nonwoven structures that may be used in a disposable absorbent product intended for the absorption of fluids such as body fluids.

Abstract: A stabilized solution of hydrogen silsesquioxane resin is disclosed. The solution comprises 100 parts by weight solvent, 0.1 to 100 parts by weight hydrogen silsesquioxane resin, and 0.002 to 4 parts by weight acid. These solutions are useful for forming coatings on substrates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a high clarity water sensitive carboxylated nitrile rubber composition which is particularly useful in making photopolymer formulations for printing plates utilized in flexographic printing applications. The present invention more specifically discloses a high clarity water sensitive carboxylated nitrile rubber composition which is comprised of (a) a carboxylated nitrile rubber which is comprised of repeat units which are derived from about 30 weight percent to about 60 weight percent 1,3-butadiene, from about 30 weight percent to about 50 weight percent acrylonitrile, and from about 10 weight percent to about 20 weight percent methacrylic acid, and (b) from about 1 to about 10 phr of at least one organic acid which contains at least three carboxyl groups. The carboxylated nitrile rubber of this invention will typically have a Mooney ML-4 viscosity of less than about 80.

Abstract: There is provided a highly water-absorptive polymer composition comprising:(A) 100 parts by weight of a highly water-absorptive polymer having a crosslinked structure, comprising as its constituent a carboxyl group and/or a carboxylate group; and(B) 0.05 to 10 parts by weight of an additive selected from the group consisting of an oxalic acid (salt) compound, a sulfate of a metal selected from titanium, zirconium and vanadium, and a crystalline or noncrystalline, high-purity particulate titania having a mean particle diameter of 1 .mu.m or less, a specific surface area of 10 m.sup.2 /g or more as determined by the Brunauer-Emmett-Teller method, and, when crystalline, a crystal structure of a mixed type of rutile and anatase.

Abstract: Method of improving the crystallization rate and temperature of syndiotactic polypropylene by addition of at least one of polytetrafluoroethylene, sodium 2,2-methylene-bis-(4,6,di-tert-butylphenyl)phosphate)), pimellic acid, and calcium pimallate, and compositions and products made thereby.

Abstract: The present invention provides stain-inhibiting protection to glass surfaces of stacked glass sheets utilizing one or more water-soluble organic acid dispersed in a matrix of a water-soluble polymer or mixtures thereof. Suitable water-soluble organic acids may be found in the groups consisting of hydroxy mono, di, tri and tetra carboxylic acids. In the preferred form of the invention, components such as humectants, bactericidal and bacteriostatic agents and surface active (wetting) agents may be included in the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a low VOC solvent based adhesive comprising a mixture of at least two organic solvents and a thermoplastic resin. Desirably the adhesive has a flash point of at least 100.degree. F. when measured in accordance with ASTM D3828-87. The solvent blend of the low VOC solvent based adhesive of the instant invention volatilizes at substantially reduced rates as compared to conventional solvent blends in solvent based adhesives. Furthermore, this novel low VOC solvent based adhesive is easy to apply, cost effective, and cures within a reasonable time without the use of heat, ultraviolet light or other mechanical devices. In addition, the novel low VOC solvent based adhesive has good storage stability in metal or non-metal containers.

Abstract: Polypropylene impact copolymer compositions are provided which contain a homopolymer phase of predominantly homopolymeric polypropylene, a copolymer phase of copolymerized ethylene and propylene, and a nucleating agent. The inventive compositions have a rubber content (Fc) in the range of 25 to 45% by weight, a crystallization temperature in the range of 122 to 132.degree. C., a melt flow in the range of about 7 to about 60 dg/min, and a ratio of the intrinsic viscosity of the copolymer phase to the intrinsic viscosity of the homopolymer phase of 1.4 to about 1.9. The polypropylene impact copolymer compositions may be used to form cast films which preferably are soft, quiet, and suitable for use in products to be used next to the skin, such as diapers, adult incontinence pads and feminine hygiene products.

Abstract: Provided are a resin composition improved in utilization of active compound by controlling the bleeding of the active compound low in vaporizability and a molded product obtained from the resin composition. The resin composition comprises 100 parts by weight of a resin, 0.01-200 parts by weight of an active compound and 0.1-100 parts by weight of a vaporizable plasticizer having a vapor pressure of 0.001 mmHg or higher at 20.degree. C., and the vapor pressure (P1) of the vaporizable plasticizer at 20.degree. C. and the vapor pressure (P2) of the active compound at 20.degree. C. satisfy the formula: P1/P2.gtoreq.2.

Abstract: The present invention relates to water-redispersible pulverulent composition comprising:a powder of at least one water-insoluble film-forming polymer prepared from at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer,at least one nonionic surfactant chosen from the polyoxyalkylenated derivatives,at least one water-soluble compound chosen from polyelectrolytes belonging to the family of weak polyacids.

Abstract: A crosslinkable composition for coating primed and unprimed substrates comprising from 10 to 80 percent by weight of a hydroxy functional polydiene polymer having a functionality of at least 1.3, 8 to 60 percent by weight of an amino resin crosslinking agent, and 2 to 40 percent by weight of a reinforcing agent. The invention also encompasses a process to make such compositions by partially reacting the three components for 0.5 to 10 hours at 60 to 120.degree. C., optionally in the presence of a small amount of catalyst, to give phase stable compositions and subsequently completely crosslinking the composition by baking the composition on a substrate.

Abstract: A non-washing soldering flux which is capable of minimizing corrosion and insulation defects due to precipitation of metal salts and cracking of the base resin is disclosed. The flux includes an activator including a dibasic acid with a molecular weight of 250 or less, and a monobasic acid with a molecular weight of from 150 to 300 and/or a dibasic acid with a molecular weight of from 300 to 600. The dibasic acid of molecular weight 250 or less in the flux exhibits sufficient activity, thus ensuring satisfactory solderability. The monobasic acid of molecular weight from 150 to 300 and the dibasic acid of molecular weight from 300 to 600 which are combined therewith promote the activity while also uniformly dispersing the metal salt of the low molecular weight dibasic acid in the flux residue, allowing it to be enveloped by the hydrophobic base resin. For greater cracking resistance, the flux includes at least an acrylic resin of molecular weight 10,000 or less and an activator.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a low VOC solvent based adhesive comprising a mixture of at least two organic solvents and a thermoplastic resin having a flash point of at least 100.degree. F. when measured in accordance with ASTM D3828-87. The low VOC solvent based adhesive of the instant invention volatilizes at substantially reduced rates as compared to conventional solvent based adhesives. Furthermore, this novel low VOC solvent based adhesive is easy to apply, cost effective, cures within a reasonable time without the use of heat, ultraviolet light or other mechanical devices. In addition, the novel low VOC solvent based adhesive can be stored in containers other than the steel tins.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an additive degradable/compostable package, the combination of a metal carboxylate and an aliphatic poly hydroxy-carboxyl acids, which is added to polyolefin resins in the production of specific products. The addition of the additive degradable/compostable package produces a packaging product which is degradable/compostable. The additive package may include calcium oxide (CaO) to make the modified polyolefin resin more processable. Further, stabilizers or oxidizers may be added to the additive package. The additive package is specifically modified or tailored to the application of the packaging product, e.g. trash bag, compost bag, merchant bag, diaper liner, wrapping film, agricultural film, landfill cover or foamed planks. The present invention further includes the method or process of producing the degradable/compostable concentrates and the improvement of the process of making the degradable/compostable packaging products by the addition of calcium oxide (CaO).

Abstract: The present invention provides a (meth)acrylic molding material comprising (A) a (meth)acrylic polymer obtained by polymerization of monomer components essentially containing a monomer having (a) carboxyl group(s) and an alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer, and (B) one or more kinds of monomers containing a vinyl group, wherein 30-600 parts by weight of aluminum hydroxide and 0.01-10 parts by weight of a succinic acid derivative are added for 100 parts by weight of the total of said polymer (A) and monomer (B). The (meth)acrylic molding material is thickened by aluminum hydroxide and the thickening behavior is controlled by the succinic acid derivative to prevent the viscosity from increasing with time, accordingly, the (meth)acrylic molding material shows good workability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous compositions having pH of less than or equal to about 11 and which contain a thickening amount of an acrylate-based rheology modifier, which modifier contains an emulsion which is prepared by single-stage emulsion polymerization of a C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 alkyl ester of acrylic acid and/or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl ester of methacrylic acid, a monomer chosen from a vinyl-substituted heterocyclic compound containing at least one of a nitrogen or sulfur atom, (meth)acrylamide, a mono- or di-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkylamino (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkyl (meth)acrylate, a mono or di-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkylamino (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkyl (meth)acrylamide, and optionally cross-linking monomers and/or associative monomers, in the presence of water, a first surfactant, a free-radical initiator and an alcohol selected from C.sub.2 -C.sub.

Abstract: A molding compound composition of the present invention comprises a resin composition, for example, unsaturated polyester, a succinic acid derivative, and a thickening agent such as magnesium oxide, and the moisture content thereof is adjusted in a range of from 0.1 to 0.45 percent by weight. A molding compound comprises the molding compound composition and reinforced fibers such as glass fibers, and the moisture content thereof is adjusted to be in a range of from 0.1 percent to 0.4 percent by weight. As shown in FIG. 1, the molding compound composition has excellent viscosity characteristics since the initial thickening action due to the thickering agent is restrained. Although the viscosity after thickened is lower than that of a conventional composition, the stickiness of the surface of the molding compound composition is reduced.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a low VOC solvent based adhesive comprising a mixture of at least two organic solvents and a thermoplastic resin. Desirably the adhesive has a flash point of at least 100.degree. F. when measured in accordance with ASTM D3828-87. The solvent blend of the low VOC solvent based adhesive of the instant invention volatilizes at substantially reduced rates as compared to conventional solvent blends in solvent based adhesives. Furthermore, this novel low VOC solvent based adhesive is easy to apply, cost effective, and cures within a reasonable time without the use of heat, ultraviolet light or other mechanical devices. In addition, the novel low VOC solvent based adhesive has good storage stability in metal or non-metal containers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a low VOC solvent based adhesive comprising a mixture of at least two organic solvents and a thermoplastic resin. The low VOC solvent based adhesive of the instant invention volatilizes at substantially reduced rates as compared to conventional solvent based adhesives. Furthermore, this novel low VOC solvent based adhesive is easy to apply, cost effective, cures within a reasonable time without the use of heat, ultraviolet light or other mechanical devices.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of fatty acids or fatty alcohols--which are solid at room temperature and/or which cure in the presence of air--and/or at least substantially water-insoluble esters, ethers and/or salts thereof with, in particular, polyvalent cations as degradable and biologically safe stabilizers for increasing the water resistance of soil impregnations based on polyvinyl esters, more particularly PVAc.

Abstract: An improved denture fixative composition comprising an adhesion promoter and a highly cross-linked copolymer of a lower alkyl vinyl ether and maleic anhydride or acid is disclosed wherein at least 65.0% of the total number of initial carboxyl groups in the copolymer are reacted. The cross-linking agent employed in this invention is calcium cation and optionally up to about 30.0% of the calcium function can be replaced with other inorganic cross-linking agents or polyhydroxy compounds either singly or in combination. The adhesion promoters are chelating agents such as polycarboxylic acids, hydroxycarboxylic acids, aminocarboxylic acids, polyphosphoric acids and their alkali salts.

Abstract: Skin wetness is minimized on overnight usage of a disposable absorbent article containing an acquisition and distribution member consisting essentially of C.sub.2 -C.sub.9 polycarboxylic acid crosslinked cellulosic fibers prepared in the presence of surfactant.

Abstract: Skin wetness is minimized on overnight usage of a disposable absorbent article containing an acquisition and distribution member consisting essentially of C.sub.2 -C.sub.9 polycarboxylic acid crosslinked cellulosic fibers prepared in the presence of surfactant.

Abstract: A water base ink composition for writing on neon boards which comprises:(a) water in amounts of not less than 30% by weight;(b) hollow resin particles dispersed in the water, in amounts of 0.5-50% by weight;(c) a resin which is film-forming at room temperatures in amounts of 0.5-30% by weight; and(d) an aqueous emulsion of at least one nonvolatile or only slightly volatile compound which is liquid at room temperatures and is selected from the group consisting of aliphatic carboxylic acid esters, higher hydrocarbons and higher alcohols in dry amounts of 0.5-25% by weight.Writings or marking formed with the ink composition on transparent panels such as of polymethyl methacrylate are intensely and vividly brightened when the side face receives light incident perpendicularly into the panel, as the panels are called "neon boards".

Abstract: A flame retardant composition is provided which is less expensive to produce than prior compositions and yet which exhibits desirable insulation properties, flame and fire resistance, and which, when ignited, does not emit noxious smoke or corrosive gases. The crosslinkable flame retardant composition includes a copolymer of ethylene and a vinyl ester of a C.sub.2-6 aliphatic carboxylic acid, a hydrated inorganic filler, and a coupling agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to storage-stable compositions comprising(A) organopolysiloxane resin having hydroxyl and/or alkoxy groups bonded to silicon atoms, and(B) stabilizers selected from among(B1) aliphatic polycarboxylic acids having at least 2 carboxyl groups and(B2) carboxylic anhydrides of aliphatic polycarboxylic acids having at least 2 carboxyl groups.

Abstract: Disclosed is a thermoplastic resin composition comprising (A) an amorphous resin and further comprising, per 100 parts by weight of the amorphous resin,0.01 to 20 parts by weight of (B) an epoxy group containing ethylene copolymer, and0.01 to 20 parts by weight of at least one member selected from the group consisting of (C) a polyfunctional compound and (D) a carboxylic acid metal salt, wherein the polyfunctional compound contains, per molecule, at least two identical or different functional groups selected from the group consisting of carboxyl group, amino group, carboxylic acid anhydride group and a unit represented by the formula (1) ##STR1## wherein X and Y are identical and each represents oxygen atom or sulfur atom, or one of X and Y is an oxygen atom and the other is a sulfur atom, or wherein the polyfunctional compound contains, per molecule, at least one unit represented by the formula (2) ##STR2## wherein Z represents oxygen atom or sulfur atom.

Abstract: This invention provides hydrolytically labile polyamide compositions and articles containing an ester derived moiety in the polymer backbone which will degrade after exposure to water over long periods of time.

Abstract: Plasticized PVC compositions are disclosed which are heat resistant and which exhibit low smoke generation where the plasticizer is a pentaerythritol ester of mixed C.sub.5, C.sub.7 and C.sub.9 alkanoic acids.

Abstract: Thermoplastic molding compositions containingA) ABS-type resin,B) aromatic polycarbonate resins,C) a compound bearing several carboxyl groups or mixtures thereof and optionallyD) further polymer resins,characterized in that an ABS resin with at least one basically acting additive is used as component A, component C is selected from compounds having a molecular weight of from 150 to 260 having at least two carboxyl groups (--COOH) in the molecule, and the weight ratio of basically acting additive in A: carboxyl groups in C is from 5:1 to 1:1.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel hydroxy-functional polyester diluents, and more particularly, to acrylic-modified hydroxy-functional polyester reactive diluents useful for blending with a variety of thermosetting or thermoplastic film-forming polymers. More specifically, the hydroxy-functional polyester reactive diluents are essentially low molecular weight polyesters derived from triols, and a combination of unsaturated monocarboxylic acids and saturated monocarboxylic acids. These hydroxy-functional polyester diluents may be copolymerized with one or more acrylic monomers, i.e. hydroxy-functional acrylic monomers, and blended with a variety of thermosetting or thermoplastic film-forming polymers. These blends of the film-forming polymers and the hydroxy-functional polyester diluents can be crosslinked with conventional crosslinking agents such as isocyanates and used in the formulation of low VOC paint compositions particularly useful as automotive topcoats.

Abstract: Opaque tinted acrylic glass produced with organic pigments or with organic dyes, which in addition to the colorant, also contains an acid in the polymer matrix, exhibits improved resistance to weathering.

Abstract: A block copolymer comprising about 5 weight percent to about 95 weight percent monovinylarene monomer, about 95 to about 5 weight percent butadiene, and an effective amount of a thermal stabilizing agent selected from the group consisting of ascorbic acid, citric acid, disodium citrate, and mixtures thereof is provided. A process for stabilizing conjugated diene/monovinylarene block copolymer and articles prepared from such copolymers are also provided.

Abstract: Reactive ink compositions of the present invention utilize at least two reactive components, a base ink component and a curing component, that are applied to a receiving substrate separately. The base ink component includes an ink carrier, a compatible colorant, and a cross-linkable constituent, and the curing component is a cross-linking agent. Upon exposure of the base ink component to the curing component, at least a portion of the ink is cross-linked to provide a printed image that is durable and abrasion-resistant.

Abstract: Polypropylene impact copolymer compositions containing a nucleating agent demonstrate not only good low temperature properties, including impact strength, but also resistance to stress whitening when the numerical ratio of the intrinsic viscosity of the copolymer rubber phase to the intrinsic viscosity of the homopolymer phase is near unity and ethylene contents of the copolymer phase are in the range of 38% to 60% by weight. The impact copolymer compositions are useful in the production of molded and extruded articles, shaped containers, and films having good clarity.

Abstract: This invention provides a polycarbonate resin composition for optical use and an optical disc substrate manufactured therefrom. Polycarbonate resin is mixed with at least one kind of carboxylic acid selected from aliphatic carboxylic acids having 1 to 10 carbon atoms in which hydrogen atoms of aliphatic group may be substituted by hydroxyl groups; or aromatic carboxylic acids in which hydrogen atoms of the aromatic ring may be substituted by low alkyl groups, hydroxyl groups, or halogen atoms.The amount of the carboxylic acids is 5 to 1000 ppm based on the polycarbonate resin.

Abstract: A fiber-reinforced molding composition, comprising:a) 97 to 50% by weight, relative to the sum of (a) and (b), of a mixture of 30 to 100 parts by weight of a polyphenylene ether, 0 to 70 parts by weight of a styrene polymer, 0 to 10 parts by weight of a polyoctenylene and 0.1 to 2.5 parts by weight of an .alpha.,.beta.-unsaturated carboxylic acid derivative or a precursor thereof;b) 3 to 50% by weight of carbon fibers and/or glass fibers whose surfaces bear functional groups which are capable of entering into chemical coupling reactions with the .alpha.,.beta.-unsaturated carboxylic acid derivatives; and optionallyc) dyes, pigments, plasticizers, flame retardant additives, processing auxiliaries, other customary additives or combinations thereof.

Abstract: Polyadipamide yarn is made by a melt-spinning process in which sufficient succinic acid is added to the polymer prior to melt spinning so that the polymer and thus the resulting yarn contain by weight about 50 ppm to about 3000 ppm succinic acid.

Abstract: A method for the nucleation of polyolefins containing residual polymerization catalyst by blending the polyolefins with at least one aliphatic dicarboxylic acid containing from about 4 to about 21 carbon atoms and at least one aliphatic monocarboxylic acid containing from about 8 to about 24 carbon atoms in a weight ratio between about 4:1 and about 1:4. Also a composition comprising at least one aliphatic dicarboxylic acid containing from about 4 to about 21 carbon atoms and at least one aliphatic monocarboxylic acid containing from about 8 to about 24 carbon atoms. The polyolefin product of the nucleation can be molded into shaped articles.

Abstract: A composition of matter including a polymeric material which is either a plastic having carbon to carbon linkages or a binary blend of the plastic and starch, in which the plastic is at least 25% by weight of the binary blend; and an organic peracid compound dispersed in the polymeric material, the quantity of the peracid compound being 0.1 to 10% by weight of the polymeric material.

Abstract: Disclosed is an emulsified alkenylsuccinic acid sizing agent useful for acid papermaking. The sizing agent has a solid concentration of at least 25% by weight and comprises an alkenylsuccinic acid which is the reaction product of a branched internal olefin and maleic anhydride and which has been dispersed in water by an emulsifying and dispersing agent comprising polyvinyl alcohol. The sizing agent results in good storage stability and has an excellent sizing effect at a low addition ratio immediately after completion of high-temperature papermaking and over a wide pH range.

Abstract: A vinyl chloride resin composition comprises: a mixture composed of 10 to 97 wt % vinyl chloride resin and 3 to 90 wt % thermoplastic polyester elastomer; and 10 to 200 parts by weight of a plasticizer with respect to 100 parts by weight of said mixture, the molecular weight of said plasticizer being 500 to 5000. This vinyl chloride resin composition can be easily melt bonded to polycarbonate resins which conventionally cannot be readily melt bonded. Therefore, the composition can be widely used in extrusion molding and injection molding. Furthermore, as a high molecular weight plasticizer is employed as the plasticizing agent, the problem of cracks can be overcome. In addition, since the necessity of using the adhesive agent in the manufacturing process can be eliminated, the overall cost can be significantly reduced.