Abstract: An emulsion adhesion composition comprising a polyvinyl alcohol stabilized polymer emulsion; the polymer comprising 40 to 94.5% by weight of a vinyl ester of an C.sub.1 -C.sub.13 alkanoic acid, 5 to 40% by weight ethylene and 0.5 to 10% by weight N-vinyl formamide or N-vinyl pyrrolidone, the adhesive being characterized by superior adhesion and heat resistance.

Abstract: A coating solution for forming a composite metal oxide film containing: (A) at least one member selected from the group consisting of a reaction product, a partial hydrolyzate of the reaction product, and a partial acylated product of the reaction product wherein the reaction product is obtained by a reaction between at least one compound containing a carbonyl group and at least one metal compound; (B) a polyhydric alcohol compound; and (C) at least one member selected from the group consisting of a metal carboxylate compound; a metal nitrate compound; and a metal nitrite compound, which coating solution may also contain an alcohol-soluble polymer. The present invention is also directed to a process of making the same.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cement composition containing a water reducing amount of the product formed by reaction of polyvinyl alcohol and an hydroxyaldehyde such as 4-hydroxybutanal.

Abstract: A cement admixture composed of a low molecular weight oxyalkylene compound and a comb polymer having carboxylic acid groups and oxyalkylene units therein.

Abstract: A formaldehyde-free binding, impregnating or coating composition comprisesA) a polymer constituted to from 2 to 100% by weight of an ethylenically unsaturated acid or anhydride as comonomer, andB) at least one polyol selected froma triazine of the formula ##STR1## where R.sup.1 to R.sup.3 are each independently of the others a radical X[(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] or N[(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H].sub.2 where X is NH, O or S, m is from 2 to 5 and n is from 1 to 10,a triazinetrione of the formula ##STR2## where R.sup.4 to R.sup.6 are each independently of the others a radical [(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] where m is from 2 to 5 and n is from 1 to 10,a benzene or cyclohexyl derivative of the formula ##STR3## where R.sup.7 to R.sup.9 are each independently of the others a radical [X(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H], a radical N[C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H].sub.2, a radical [Y(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] or a radical [(C.sub.m H.sub.2m O).sub.n H] where X is NH, O or S, Y is bivalent C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Solid state conductive polymer compositions which are ionically-conductive regardless of the amount of water present in the composition are disclosed. The compositions have solvating polymer, ionic salt, and optionally if the composition is not cohesive and pliable, essentially non-volatile plasticizer in an amount sufficient to render the composition cohesive and pliable. Biomedical electrodes having means for electrical communication contacting the compositions are also disclosed. Methods of making the compositions and electrodes are also disclosed.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions having improved stability and which are particularly well suited for use as aqueous ink jet ink compositions comprise an aqueous carrier medium which comprises water or a mixture of water and at least one organic component; a particulate solid, preferably a pigment; and an ABC triblock polymer comprising an A block which is a hydrophilic polymer, a B block which is a polymer capable of binding to the particulate solid, a C block, different from the A and B block, which is a hydrophobic or hydrophilic polymer; and wherein the A and C blocks are end blocks.

Abstract: Corrosion inhibiting compositions for metals subjected to highly acidic environments may be produced by reacting in a condensation reaction a styrene-acrylic acid copolymer with a polyamine (or combination of polyamines) to produce a polyamidoamine inhibitor. A preferred inhibitor product may be produced by replacing up to 80% of the styrene-acrylic acid copolymer with a member selected from the group consisting of: rosin, C.sub.23 -C.sub.24 modified rosins, C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 fatty acids, C.sub.9-C.sub.22 modified fatty acids, and combinations thereof. These inhibitors exhibit excellent film forming and film persistency characteristics.

Abstract: Resin compositions, melt-extruded articles, oriented articles and packaging materials for foods obtained from these articles are disclosed. The resin composition includes: (a) from 40 to 80% by weight of a PVA (A) having a degree of saponification of from 60 to 95 mole % by weight, (b) from 5 to 40% by weight of EVOH (B), (c) from 1 to 15% by weight of a thermoplastic resin (C) having a softening temperature not higher than 130.degree. C. and (d) from 5 to 15% by weight of a PEG (D), the total of (A), (B), (C) and (D) being 100% by weight.

Abstract: A fluororesin powder liquid dispersion comprising heat-flowable fluororesin powder, liquid dispersion medium having a surface tension of not more than 45 dyne/cm, and organic liquid with a boiling point of 150.degree.-340.degree. C. provides thick film fluororesin treatment by a single application.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hydrodisintegratable material which, when injection molded into an object, acquires and maintains the desired shape without becoming brittle. Additionally, in the presence of water, the molded object has the ability to rapidly disintegrate and disperse when subjected to standardized agitation testing. The moldable material typically includes: (1) from about 7.5 to about 85 weight percent of at least one water dispersible polymer; (2) from about 7.

Abstract: Method of preparing a wet-strength resin of the polyamine-epichlorohydrin type in which the E/N ratio is from about 1.0 to about 1.20 and the reaction temperature is no higher than 50.degree. C., and wet-strength resins having high wet-strength and low amounts of chlorinated compounds produced by said method.

Abstract: A process for producing a stable dispersion of ethylene oxide polymer which comprises contacting (a) a slurry of granular ethylene oxide polymer in a first inert normally-liquid hydrocarbon diluent, with (b) a second inert, normally-liquid organic diluent such as propylene glycol, and (c) a suspending agent, e.g., silica, (d) under agitation which is sufficient to provide intimate mixing of said ethylene oxide polymer and said suspending agent with said second diluent; and (e) recovering a stable dispersion comprising particulate ethylene oxide polymer and suspending agent in said second diluent.

Abstract: Products are described which can be obtained by reacting components a), b) and c), where component a) is a compound of the formula I or a mixture of compounds of the formula I, component b) is a compound of the formula II or a mixture of compounds of the formula II and component c) is a compound of the formula III or a mixture of compounds of the formula III, ##STR1## in which the general symbols are as defined in claim 1, the compound of the formula I being, for example, pentaerythritol, thiodiethylene glycol, 1,4-butanediol, 1,4-propanediol, diethylene glycol, triethylene glycol, diethanolamine or glycerol, the compound of the formula II being, for example, sunflower oil or coconut fat, and the compound of the formula III being, for example, methyl 3-(3',5'-di-tert-butyl-4'-hydroxyphenyl)propionate. The abovementioned products can be used as liquid antioxidants in polymers and lubricants.

Abstract: Water-based contact adhesives comprising:(1) a carboxylated polychloroprene latex which provides elastomeric properties;(2) a carboxylated poly(vinyl acetate-ethylene) aqueous emulsion which provides toughness to the adhesive;(3) a tackifier resin dispersion;(4) an organic or water soluble crosslinking agent for the carboxyl functionality of the polychloroprene and poly(vinyl acetate-ethylene); and(5) optionally an adhesion promoter.

Abstract: This invention relates to vinyl chloride resin composition suitable for automobile interior skin material of which the die pollution is low, die releasing capacity is light and amine resistance is high.This invention provides the vinyl chloride resin composition for powder material forming characterized by the components of the mixture consisting of: 100 parts for weight of vinyl chloride resin, 0.01 to 3 parts for weight of the thermal stabilizer indicated by general formula (RCO0).sub.2 M(in the formula, R: alkyl group having 10 to 20 carbons, M: lead, zinc, magnesium, calcium, cadmium, strontium or barium), 0.01 to 5 parts for weight of hydroxy stearic acid and/or hydroxy stearic acid dister polymer, and plasticizer.

Abstract: The method of producing plasticized polyvinyl alcohol by mixing polyvinyl alcohol in the presence of an organic plasticizer and water in a quantity which is insufficient to dissolve the polyvinyl alcohol under normal conditions, includes the steps of:i) pre-plasticizing the polyvinyl alcohol at a maximum temperature no higher than its softening point so as to produce a pre-plasticized polyvinyl alcohol having a melting point below the softening point of the polyvinyl alcohol used, andii) further processing the pre-plasticized polyvinyl alcohol thus produced at a temperature above its melting point, under shear-stress conditions and for a period of time to produce a substantially homogeneous melt.

Abstract: An anti-icing fluid suitable for ground treatment of aircraft, being a glycol-based solution containing a macromonomer-containing polymer thickener in an amount of less than about 5 weight %. The macromonomer-containing polymer thickener is present in the glycol-based solution in an amount sufficient to thicken the fluid to promote its adherence to aircraft surfaces when applied to a stationary aircraft. Use of this thickened deicing fluid does not adversely affect airfoil lift characteristics during takeoff, because the fluid exhibits shear thinning and readily flows off the aircraft surfaces when exposed to wind shear during the aircraft's takeoff run.

Abstract: Disclosed are materials and/or shaped articles based on a starch which has been thermomechanically digested at elevated pressures and temperatures and with the addition of water and/or lower molecular weight plasticizing agents, said starch containing thermoplastic synthetic polymer compounds in an at least largely homogeneous mixture. The materials and/or shaped articles according to the invention are characterized in that their contents of synthetic thermoplastic polymer compounds is derived from aqueous polymer dispersions comprising a disperse polymer phase in an aqueous phase and that the synthetic thermoplastic polymer compounds have been incorporated in the starch in combination with the aqueous phase in such a manner that the starch digestion has been effected by the concomitant use of the aqueous phase of the polymer dispersions.

Abstract: A hydrophilic, pressure-sensitive adhesive composition prepared by irradiating solid poly(N-vinyl lactam) with ionizing radiation to crosslink the poly(N-vinyl lactam) and thereafter mixing the radiation-crosslinked poly(N-vinyl lactam) with essentially unirradiated plasticizer in an amount sufficient to form a cohesive, pressure-sensitive adhesive composition. The composition is useful as a biomedical adhesive for transmitting or receiving electrical signals as a component of a biomedical electrode. The composition is also useful as a drug delivery device to deliver pharmaceuticals or other active ingredients to or through mammalian skin. The composition is also useful as a component in a skin covering for protecting mammalian skin or mammalian skin openings with antimicrobial agents. A method of preparation of the composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to improved solution phenolics and the process for preparing them. In particular, the invention relates to viscosity-stable high solids solutions of esters of rosin-phenol condensates having properties which make them useful in formulating vehicles for gravure printing inks.

Abstract: A water retaining adhesive composition prepared by polymerizing and partially crosslinking 100 parts by weight of a 20 to 35 wt % solution of the acrylic polymer with 2 to 5 parts by weight of the amine group compound, amide group compound or amino group compound at a temperature of 20.degree. C. to 80.degree. C.; adjusting the pH value of the resultant partially crosslinked polymer to 6.0 to 7.0; and then sequentially compounding 10 to 40 parts by weight of modifiers and 2 to 5 parts by weight of water retaining agent in the partially crosslinked polymer. The modifier is a polyol, a polyalcohol or a poly(ether alcohol). The water retaining agent is 2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylate.

Abstract: Halogen-containing synthetic resins can be stabilized with calcium and zinc soaps of which the effectiveness is enhanced by co-stabilizers.The invention relates to special cationic layered hydrotalcite compounds having a specific BET surface of at least 50 m.sup.2 /g which are modified with at least one polymeric additive, to processes for the production of these cationic layer compounds and to their use as co-stabilizers for halogen-containing synthetic resins stabilized with calcium and/or zinc salts.

Abstract: Halogen-containing synthetic resins can be stabilized with calcium and/or zinc soaps. Co-stabilizers are necessary for enhancing their stabilizing effect. The invention relates to special cationic layered hydrotalcite compounds having a specific BET surface of at least 50 m.sup.2 /g which are modified with polyols, epoxidized esters, full and partial esters of polyols and/or phosphites, to a process for their production and to their use as co-stabilizers for halogen-containing synthetic resins stabilized with calcium and/or zinc salts.

Abstract: A highly antioxidant resin composition containing a resin, a solution of a hypophosphite compound in an organic solvent, a heat stabilizer and a hindered amine base weathering stabilizer, which has improved heat stability and weather resistance. The hypophosphite compound is preferably dissolved in a polyvalent alcohol having a molecular weight of not more than 50,000.

Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomeric ablative insulation having good mechanical properties at extremely low temperatures are disclosed. The insulation is based upon a polyamide-ether resin and includes carefully selected fillers to possess good low temperature mechanical properties and still provide suitable charring and ablative insulation performance at low temperatures (-65.degree. F.). A typical insulation within the scope of the present invention includes a polyamide-ether thermoplastic elastomeric polymer resin, an inorganic phosphorus containing compound, such as ammonium polyphosphate, present in the insulation from about 5 to about 60 phr, and a polyhydric alcohol present, such as pentaerythritol, in the insulation from about 1 to about 30 phr. The insulation compositions within the scope of the present invention optionally include silicone resin present in the insulation in range from about 0 to 15 phr. Chopped fiber filler may also be present in the insulation in range from about 0 to 100 phr.

Abstract: By adding melamine cyanurate, polyoxymethylene is stabilized against acid attack, wherein in particular as little as under 3 parts of MCA per 100 parts of POM are effective. The weight loss of a stabilized POM under the action of acid may be less than 3% of that of an unstabilized POM. The product is useful in products which are exposed to acidic agents such as irrigation systems, dishwashers, sanitary installations.

Abstract: Chromated or passivated (phosphated) zinc and zinc alloy coatings on workpieces are provided with a protective coating which is largely inorganic and formed from titanium or zirconium chelate and/or titanium or zirconium acid ester and an organofunctional polysiloxane applied in solution form by a post-treatment dipping.

Abstract: Solid state conductive polymer compositions which are ionically-conductive regardless of the amount of water present in the composition are disclosed. The compositions have solvating polymer, ionic salt, and optionally if the composition is not cohesive and pliable, essentially non-volatile plasticizer in an amount sufficient to render the composition cohesive and pliable. Biomedical electrodes having means for electrical communication contacting the compositions are also disclosed. Methods of making the compositions and electrodes are also disclosed.

Abstract: Plasticized polyvinyl acetal resins based on 4-hydroxybutanal are disclosed. Laminar structures that include the resins, a process for making the resins, and a process for making an internally plasticized polyvinyl acetal resin by esterification, are also revealed.

Abstract: An ethylene polymer composition is provided that comprises:(a) bis(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl) pentaerythritol diphosphite, in an amount that is from about 0.0001 to less than 0.30 weight percent; and(b) at least one color stabilization compound selected from the group consisting of:(1) a carboxylic acid compound;(2) an alcohol compound; and(3) a hydroxycarboxylic acid compound;in an amount from about 0.0001 to about 1 weight percent;wherein said weight percents are based on the weight of said ethylene polymer composition.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a low impedance, water-absorbing, ionically-conductive, hydrophilic pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising an ionically-conductive, hydrophilic, pressure sensitive adhesive hydrogel and crosslinked poly(N-vinyl lactam) in an amount sufficient to retain low electrical impedance and maintain hydrogel adhesion and cohesion during use of the composition in the presence of water and other moisture tending to plasticize the hydrogel. Crosslinked homopolymers and copolymers of poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone) having Swelling Capacity of at least 15 milliliters of water per gram of poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone) are preferred. Adhesion values upon removal from mammalian skin after about four hours of adhesion are not greater than initial adhesion removal values, demonstrating ease of removal of electrodes of the present invention from skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a flowability improving agent comprising a combination, calculated on a dry product, of: A) 60-99% by weight of a sulphonated melamine-formaldehyde resin, a sulphonated melamine-urea-formaldehyde resin or a sulphonated naphthalene-formaldehyde resin; C) 0.5-40% by weight of a boron containing polyhydroxycarboxylic acid or a water-soluble salt of such an acid and optionally D) 0.5-30% by weight of a compound with formulaAr O--(R.sub.1).sub.n --R.sub.2where Ar is unsubstituted or substituted benzene moiety or naphthalene moiety, R.sub.1 is an oxyethylene group; --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 O--or an oxypropylene group; ##STR1## an oxyethylene chain or an oxypropylene chain with up to fifteen oxyethylene groups or oxypropylene groups or a combination of oxyethylene groups and oxypropylene groups to a chain where the sum of these groups is at most fifteen; the mean value n for n is 1-15 and R.sub.2 is hydrogen or a phosphonate group with the formula ##STR2## where M.sub.1 and M.sub.

Abstract: In a melt extrudable polyvinyl alcohol composition consisting essentially of polyvinyl alcohol and plasticizer, which has been made melt extrudable by adding sufficient energy to the polyvinyl alcohol to both melt and substantially eliminate the crystallinity in the melt while simultaneously removing energy from the melt at a rate sufficient to avoid decomposition of the polyvinyl alcohol, the improvement which comprises 5 to 25 wt % poly(butylene terephthalate)-polytetrahydrofuran block copolymer for improved impact resistance.

Abstract: Plasticized polyvinyl acetal resins based on 4-hydroxybutanal are disclosed. Laminar structures that include the resins, a process for making the resins, and a process for making an internally plasticized polyvinyl acetal resin by esterification, are also revealed.

Abstract: In plastic molding compositions, in particular those based on olefin polymers, which contain phenolic stabilizers and metal ions as catalyst residues, the discoloration at the processing temperature is reduced if they contain triglycerol or ditrimethylolpropane as catalyst deactivators.

Abstract: A process for producing an impact-resistant polyacetal resin composition, which comprises mixing with shear a polyacetal resin (A), a thermoplastic polyurethane (B), a polyhydric alcohol (C) having at least three hydroxyl groups in the molecule and at least one compound (D) selected from the group consisting of a polyisocyanate (d.sub.1) and a compound (d.sub.2) which generates a polyisocyanate under heat, while at least two components (A) and (B) are melted. An injection-molded article from the impact-resistant polyacetal resin composition, provided by the above process, exhibits superior tensile strength and elongation at break at weld portions.

Abstract: Stabilizing mixtures for a plastic material are disclosed. The mixture is comprised of (a) about one part by weight of a tocopherol compound; and (b) from about 1.4 to about 5.0 parts by weight of a secondary antioxidant.

Abstract: A chemical composition is provided for protecting, preserving, restoring and enhancing the appearance of rubber and polymer surfaces of de-icing boots on aircraft, particularly pneumatic de-icers. The chemical composition comprises the main elements of styrene acrylic emulsion polymer, polyethylene emulsion and polyolefin polymer emulsion, all mixed in distilled water. The preferred composition also includes 1,4 butanediol, polymethylsiloxane emulsion, potassium fluoroalkyl carboxylate, 12 benzisohiazolin 1-3, and ethylene glycol. A method of applying the composition to de-icer surfaces.

Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure Stabilizer combination for Ca/Zn-stabilized PVC molding materials, containing (a) Ca salts of saturated, straight-chain C.sub.8 -C.sub.34 fatty acids, (b) Zn salts of saturated, straight-chain or branched C.sub.8 -C.sub.22 fatty acids, (c) epoxidized glycerides of unsaturated, straight-chain C.sub.16 -C.sub.22 fatty acids having an oxirane number of 6 to 8 and iodine number less than 5, and (d) ketofatty acid glycerides of general formula R.sup.1 COO--CH.sub.2 -(R.sup.2 COO)CH-CH.sub.2 -OCR.sub.3, in which the groups R.sup.1 COO--, R.sup.2 COO--, and R.sup.3 COO-- stand for residues of ketofatty acids with 16 to 22 carbon atoms and optionally residues of fatty acids with 12 to 22 carbon atoms, and 60 to 100 wt.% of the groups are derived from the ketofatty acids and 40 to 0 wt.

Abstract: There is disclosed a process for producing a polyacetal resin composition, which comprises mixing (A) a polyacetal resin, (B) a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer and (B) a polyhydric alcohol having at least three hydroxyl groups in the molecule, in molten state with shear, at a temperature of 180.degree. to 250.degree. C. The polyacetal resin composition produced by the above process gives injection-molded shaped articles showing various well-balanced physical properties such as tensile strength and elongation at break at weld portions, and impact resistance.

Abstract: An aqueous composition suitable for use as a printing ink is provided which comprises an aqueous solution or emulsion of a film-forming polymer containing a titanium compound which is the reaction product of a titanium orthoester, a beta-diketone and a dihydric alcohol.Preferably the composition also contains a pigment or dye and other conventional printing ink additives.The titanium compounds enhance the adhesion and heat resistance properties of the compositions and in contrast to known additives do not lose their efficacy when the ink is stored for more than a few hours.

Abstract: This invention provides a unique formulation for a user-safe pneumatic tire sealer and inflator which is non-flammable, non-toxic, ozone-friendly, and environmentally safe. Modifications are possible within the scope of this invention.

Abstract: A homogeneous composition for forming on firing a film of precious metal, which is one or more of platinum, palladium, gold and silver, on a substrate, for instance to decorate table ware, comprises polymeric resin and a solution, in water and a co-solvent, of thiolate of the precious metal, the composition containing 3-22% by weight of the precious metal as the thiolate, and the co-solvent, resin and thiolate being such that as the composition on a substrate dries and is progressively heated in firing, the water evaporates off to leave a homogeneous composition of the resin and thiolate in the co-solvent, then the co-solvent evaporates off to leave a homogeneous composition of the thiolate in the resin, and then the thiolate decomposes to the precious metal while the resin volatilise.

Abstract: A biodegradable polymer is provided for use in providing syringeable, in-situ forming, solid biodegradable implants for animals. The polymer is placed into the animal in liquid form and cures to form the implant in-situ. A thermoplastic system to form said implant comprises the steps of dissolving a non-reactive polymer in biocompatible solvent to form a liquid, placing the liquid within the animal, and allowing the solvent to dissipate to produce the implant. An alternative, thermosetting system comprises mixing together effective amounts of a liquid acrylic ester terminated, biodegradable prepolymer and a curing agent, placing the liquid mixture within an animal and allowing the prepolymer to cure to form the implant. Both systems provide a syringeable, solid biodegradable delivery system by the addition of an effective level of biologically active agent to the liquid before injection into the body.

Abstract: A syndiotactic polypropylene resin composition comprising a polypropylene having a substantially syndiotactic structure and a nucleating agent. The syndiotactic polypropylene may be a homopolymer of the propylene, a copolymer of the propylene and a smaller amount of another olefin or a mixture of the above-mentioned (co)polymer and an isotactic polypropylene. The resin composition preferably has a higher crystallization temperature than a polypropylene containing no nucleating agent by 5.degree. C. or more, as measurement is made by a differential scanning thermal analysis.

Abstract: A hydrophilic, pressure-sensitive adhesive composition prepared by irradiating solid poly(N-vinyl lactam) with ionizing radiation to crosslink the poly(N-vinyl lactam) and thereafter mixing the radiation-crosslinked poly(N-vinyl lactam) with essentially unirradiated plasticizer in an amount sufficient to form a cohesive, pressure-sensitive adhesive composition. The composition is useful as a biomedical adhesive for transmitting or receiving electrical signals as a component of a biomedical electrode. The composition is also useful as a drug delivery device to deliver pharmaceuticals or other active ingredients to or through mammalian skin. The composition is also useful as a component in a skin covering for protecting mammalian skin or mammalian skin openings with antimicrobial agents. A method of preparation of the composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: Food packaging-use formed articles including at least one layer of a 3 to 90 microns thickness which comprises a composition consisting of (A) polyvinyl alcohol resin having a degree of saponification of 60 to 95 mole % (A) and (B) a hydroxy containing compound falling within the range of from 3 weight parts of (B) to 100 weight parts of (A) to the saturated solubility of (B) in (A) and having a carbon dioxide/oxygen solubility ratio (SCO.sub.2 /SO.sub.2) of 30 or higher.

Abstract: A polyarylene sulfide resin composition useful for molding articles is obtained by mixing and melt kneading a polyarylene sulfide resin, a polyamide resin, a silane compound and either water or an alcohol having a boiling point of at least 100.degree. C.

Abstract: A water dispersible polymeric film-forming particulate composition for use in coating pharmaceuticals and foods or the like, produced by freeze-drying an aqueous solution of water-soluble cellulose acetate as the film-forming polymer, a plasticizer, and optionally a pigment, is described. The product mixes readily with water to form an aqueous dispersion which is applied in the conventional manner to solid pharmaceutical forms.