Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous dispersion composition of fluororesin for coating comprising (A) fluororesin particles, (B) a nitrogen-free high boiling point polyol having a boiling point of at least 100° C. and containing at least 2 hydroxyl groups, (C) depolymerizable acrylic resin particles having a decomposition and vaporization temperature within a temperature range of up to the decomposition temperature of said fluororesin particles, (D) a nonionic surfactant, and (E) an aqueous medium, wherein the high boiling point polyol (B) and the depolymerizable acrylic resin particles (C) are respectively contained in an amount of 5 to 18 parts by mass and 5 to 25 parts by mass based on 100 parts by mass of fluororesin particles (A) and an oxidant and an amine-type solvent are not contained.

Abstract: A water-soluble film made from a resin composition comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of an anionic group-modified polyvinyl alcohol having a viscosity of 10 to 35 mPa·s measured at 20° C. with respect to a 4% by weight aqueous solution thereof, an average degree of hydrolysis of 80.0 to 99.9% by mole and a rate of anionic group modification of 1 to 10% by mole, (B) 20 to 50 parts by weight of a plasticizer, (C) 2 to 30 parts by weight of a filler, and (D) 0.01 to 2.5 parts by weight of a surfactant. The water-soluble film has an excellent water solubility, and is not gelled or insolubilized even if chemicals containing a boric acid substance, particularly sodium perborate, are packaged therein or even if it is put in an aqueous solution of a boric acid substance, particularly sodium perborate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a medical adhesive tape and a tape preparation for percutaneous absorption, both having an adhesive layer that resists glue remainder and stickiness upon peeling off of the tape even after adhesion to the human skin for a long time, and a medical adhesive composition to be used for such tapes. The medical adhesive composition of the present invention includes, as essential elements, (A) a copolymer containing (a) alkyl (meth)acrylate, wherein the alkyl moiety has 4 to 18 carbon atoms, in a proportion of not less than 50 wt % of the copolymer and (b) a carboxyl group-containing vinyl compound in a proportion of 0.1 wt %–10 wt % of the copolymer, (B) an alkoxide or a chelate compound of at least a metal selected from titanium, zirconium, zinc and aluminum, and (C) a polyol compound in a proportion of 0.2 wt %–5 wt % of the aforementioned medical adhesive composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides impact modified thermoplastic olefin (“TPO”) compositions that exhibit both stiffness and toughness. TPO compositions according to the invention include a polyolefin homopolymer resin such as polypropylene, from about 17% by weight to about 30% by weight of a rubbery copolymer comprising at least one alpha olefin, and from about 1.0% to about 8.0% by weight of a nonionic surfactant, which acts as an impact modifying fluid. The preferred nonionic surfactant for use in the invention is an ethoxylated sorbitan fatty acid ester such as ethoxylated sorbitan trioleate (“ESTO”).

Abstract: An extrudable PVA-containing composition is disclosed, which enables PVA articles to be manufactured on conventional extrusion apparatus. The compositions includes a lubricant, such as a fatty acid amide, most preferably octodecanamide and is most preferably formed into pellets by cold pressing. The compositions are suitable for manufacturing a variety of products.

Abstract: The invention is a polyvinyl alcohol film having an YI value of at most 20, which is formed of a modified polyvinyl alcohol having a degree of polymerization of from 1500 to 5000, an ethylene unit content of from 1 to 4 mol % and a 1,2-glycol bond content of at most 1.4 mol %. The polyvinyl alcohol film gives polarizing films that contain no impurities and have good polarization performance, durability and hue stability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a synthetic antique-effect wall stucco for interiors and exteriors, with a smooth matt or translucent appearance, and its preparation process.

Abstract: The invention is a film of a vinyl alcohol polymer that contains from 0.01 to 20 mol % of cationic group-containing units and contains from 0.5 to 24 mol % of ?-olefin units having at most 4 carbon atoms. The polyvinyl alcohol film gives polarizing films and polarizer which are resistant to water and have good polarizing properties and which are free from a problem of irregular coloration.

Abstract: Two-phase gel compositions are provided. The two-phase gel compositions are obtained by mixing a gelled ester composition comprising a mixture of an ester compound and a polymer compound selected from the group consisting of triblock copolymers, star polymers, radial polymers, multi-block copolymers, and a combination thereof and a hydrophobic, non polar solvent. The gelled ester composition has a viscosity ?1 and the solvent has a viscosity ?2. The two-phase gel composition is substantially free of phosphate compounds and has a viscosity ? which is greater than or equal to ?1 and which is greater than or equal to ?2. The two-phase gel compositions are also obtained by mixing a gelled ether composition, a gelled alcohol composition, a gelled naturally-occurring fat and oil composition or a combination thereof with a hydrophobic, non polar solvent. The two-phase gel compositions may be used to suspend various solids, liquids and/or gases.

Abstract: There is provided a method of preparing a thermoplastic starch and synthetic polymer blend, said method comprising the steps of: (a) providing a starch suspension comprising starch, water and a plasticizer, preferably glycerol; (b) obtaining a thermoplastic starch from the starch suspension by causing gelatinization and plasticization of said starch suspension by exerting heat and pressure on said starch suspension in a first extrusion unit; (c) evaporating and venting off residual water from said thermoplastic starch to obtain a substantially moisture-free thermoplastic starch; (d) obtaining a melt of a synthetic polymer or polymer blend in a second extrusion unit; and (e) combining the melt obtained from step (d) with the substantially moisture-free thermoplastic starch. Also provided are compositions of matter comprising immiscible blends of thermoplastic starches, polymers, and compatibilizers.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of protective colloid-stabilized, emulsifier-free, aqueous dispersions based on at least two monomers selected from vinylaromatics, 1,3-dienes and/or (meth)acrylates, in the presence of assistants and, if required, further comonomers in an amount of from 0.1% by weight to 20% by weight, based on the total amount of monomers, wherein at least 10% by weight of the total amount of water are added to the reaction vessel only after the monomers have been added to the reaction vessel and the conversion is at least 40%, based on 100% of the monomers.

Abstract: A flame retardant thermoplastic resin composition comprises a thermoplastic resin comprising a polyphenylene ether resin, a high impact polystyrene resin or an acrylontrile-butadiene-styrene resin; an organo phosphate compound in an amount less than or equal to about 20 parts by weight for every 100 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin; and a polyhydric alcohol compound in an amount of about 0.5 to about 5.0 parts for every 100 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin. A method for the manufacture of the thermoplastic resin composition is also disclosed. The thermoplastic resin composition exhibits high flow characteristics and improved impact strength while providing effective flame retardance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to rubber mixtures with improved processing behavior and high filler activity, containing 1,4-butenediol and/or 1,4-butenediol polyether, as well as the use of the rubber mixtures for the production of vulcanizates, in particular for the production of highly reinforced, abrasion-resistant molded articles, and preferably for the production of tires that have a low rolling resistance and a high abrasion resistance.

Abstract: The present invention elates to a vinyl acetate based polymer latex composition obtained by emulsion polymerization of: (a) polyvinyl alcohol, (c) a monomer mixture comprising vinyl acetate, and (d) optionally one or more additional co-monomer(s), in presence of (c) 0.0001-0.05 wt. % of a chain transfer agent, based on total monomer weight, said vinyl acetate based polymer latex composition having a weight average particle size ≧400 nm and a higher shear thinning factor than the vinyl acetate based polymer latex composition (a), (b) and (d) obtained in the absence of the chain transfer agent (c). According to one embodiment, emulsion polymerization is carried out in presence of 0.001 to 0.05 wt. % of a chain transfer agent selected from the group consisting of aldehydes and chain transfer agents having a similar chain transfer constant with regard to vinyl acetate as the monomer. According to another embodiment, emulsion polymerization is carried out in presence of 0.0001 to 0.01 wt.

Abstract: A mixture of a polyester, such as poly(ethylene terephthalate) PET, and an additive combination, when extrusion compounded exhibits a lower residual acetaldehyde content than does PET alone when similarly treated. The additive combination comprises compounds selected from at least two groups wherein the groups are (i.) poly(vinyl alcohol) or ethylene/vinyl alcohol copolymer, (ii.) polyhydric alcohols and (iii.) polyacrylamide, polymethacrylamide or copolymer of acrylamide or methacrylamide. The invention pertains to any polyester used in the manufacture of bottles or containers which in turn are used to store consumer materials, especially food, beverages and most especially water.

Abstract: The present invention provides an over-coating composition comprising a basic compound for coating a photoresist composition to provide a vertical photoresist pattern.

Abstract: A curable slurry for forming ceramic microstructures on a substrate using a mold. The slurry is a mixture of a ceramic powder, a fugitive binder, and a diluent. The ceramic powder has a low softening temperature in a range of about 400° C. to 600° C. and a coefficient of thermal expansion closely matched to that of the substrate. The fugitive binder is capable of radiation curing, electron beam curing, or thermal curing. The diluent promotes release properties with the mold after curing the binder or quick and complete burn out of the binder during debinding.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions based on a water-insoluble component of one or more thermoplastic copolymers and one or more resins with a saponification number and a water-soluble or water-dispersible component and a water-swellable component from the class of superabsorbers are suitable as water-swellable hotmelt adhesives. Such water-swellable hotmelt adhesives are preferably used for the production of watertight constructions, more particularly for the production of longitudinally watertight cable constructions.

Abstract: A water dispersion type water and oil repellent composition which is capable of imparting durable water resistance to clothing for which high water and oil repellency is required and which is capable of imparting high oil repellency to paper. The water dispersion type water and oil repellent composition comprises 1) an aqueous medium, 2) a polymer of a monomer having a polyfluoroalkyl group and one polymerizable unsaturated group and 3) a mono(or poly)ol or an alkylene oxide thereof, as essential components.

Abstract: The present invention provides: a production process for an aqueous coating composition including a resin emulsion, which has excellent storage stability, and besides, excellent sagging performance, adhesion and water resistance. The production process for an aqueous coating composition comprises the steps of: beforehand mixing 20 to 50 parts by weight of an aqueous acrylic resin solution with 100 parts by weight of a resin emulsion, wherein the aqueous acrylic resin solution and the resin emulsion are in a state of not including an organic solvent; and adding an organic solvent to a mixed liquid obtained by mixing the resin emulsion and the aqueous acrylic resin solution.

Abstract: The present invention provides: a high viscosity aqueous coating composition, which can be coated onto plastic materials such as polyolefin materials by a HVLP gun, and which has excellent sagging performance and can obtain a coating film with good appearance. The aqueous coating composition comprises an acetylene diol defoamer and a silicone wetting agent in addition to a film-formable component, wherein the nonvolatile solid content of the acetylene diol defoamer is in the range of 0.25 to 1.0 weight % of the entirety of the aqueous coating composition, and the nonvolatile solid content of the silicone wetting agent is in the range of 0.75 to 2.0 weight % of the entirety of the aqueous coating composition.

Abstract: This application relates to compositions of cross-linking peroxides which have excellent storage stability, without exudation of peroxide taking place, which contain the organic peroxide in a high concentration, and which are easily blendable with a rubber to be cross-linked. The compositions are obtained by mixing a softening agent with a Brookfield viscosity of 10,000 poises or less at 60 ° C. with an organic peroxide, preferably in the presence of a filler, and optionally with further ingredients.

Abstract: There is provided a method of preparing a thermoplastic starch and synthetic polymer blend, said method comprising the steps of: (a) providing a starch suspension comprising starch, water and a plasticizer, preferably glycerol; (b) obtaining a thermoplastic starch from the starch suspension by causing gelatinization and plasticization of said starch suspension by exerting heat and pressure on said starch suspension in a first extrusion unit; (c) evaporating and venting off residual water from said thermoplastic starch to obtain a substantially moisture-free thermoplastic starch; (d) obtaining a melt of a synthetic polymer or polymer blend in a second extrusion unit; and (e) combining the melt obtained from step (d) with the substantially moisture-free thermoplastic starch. Also provided are compositions of matter comprising immiscible blends of thermoplastic starches, polymers, and compatibilizers.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of an aqueous solution or dispersion containing a cationic polymer, which comprises the steps of: polymerizing a monomer including an N-vinyl-carboxylic acid amide represented by the general formula CH2═CHNHCOR, wherein R represents a hydrogen atom or methyl group, in an aqueous medium in the presence of either or both of a polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol; and then modifying the resulting polymer with an acid or base. Furthermore, an aqueous composition containing a cationic polymer, which comprises (A) a modified N-vinylcarboxylic acid amide polymer, (B) either or both of a polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol, and (C) water is disclosed.

Abstract: An enhancer coating for enhancing the appearance of laminate material including a protective exterior coating is provided. The enhancer coating includes a number of components including a number of emulsion agents capable of adhering the enhancer coating to the protective coating on the laminate material. The coating also includes a number of gloss enhancing agents which increase the gloss level of the laminate material. Multiple coats of the enhancer coating can also be utilized to obscure, cover and/or repair minor scratches, abrasions or other defects on the laminate surface in order to further enhance the appearance of the laminate material.

Abstract: Pressure sensitive adhesive compositions comprising (a) a synthetic polymer latex; and (b) an aqueous dispersion of thinned, derivatized starch are disclosed.

Abstract: Certain multi-substituted dibenzylidene sorbitol acetals having electron withdrawing groups as constituents and electron donating groups on the other such that the compounds are asymmetric in structure and are dipolar in nature are provided. Polymer compositions comprising such compounds, are also contemplated which may be utilized within, as merely examples, food or cosmetic containers and packaging. These inventive asymmetric dipolar dibenzylidene sorbitol acetals are also useful as gelling agents for water and organic solvents, particularly those used in the preparation of antiperspirant gel sticks.

Abstract: A resin material comprising a resin, which satisfies at least one relationship selected from the group consisting of the following relationships [I] and [II] is provided: ln(OTR/22.5)+4.78 ln(Fy/Fy′)<−0.13, and T2−T1≦20  [I] in which Fy′ is a yield strength of a standard saponified ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer at 60° C.; Fy is a yield strength of the resin material at 60° C.; OTR is an oxygen gas permeability (cc/m2·day·atm) of the resin material per a unit thickness of 1 &mgr;m at 23° C. and a relative humidity of 0%; T1 is a haze (%) of a film of the resin material having a thickness of 30 &mgr;m after being maintained at 23° C. and a relative humidity of 48% for 48 hours; and T2 is a haze (%) of a film of the resin material having a thickness of 30 &mgr;m after being maintained at 40° C. and a relative humidity of 90% for 24 hour, and ln(OTR/22.5)+0.0698(Tim−157)<−0.

Abstract: Disclosed is an ink composition comprising (a) a polyethylene homopolymer or copolymer binder having a melting point of from about 60 to about 150° C., (b) a nonpolymeric alcohol viscosity modifier having a melting point of from about 60 to about 150° C., (c) a colorant, (d) an optional conductivity enhancing agent, (e) an optional antioxidant, and (f) an optional UV absorber.

Abstract: An aqueous dispersion of cured silicone rubber particles includes as Components, (A) cured silicone rubber particles with an average particle size of 0.1-500 &mgr;m; (B) a surface active agent; (C) a thickening agent; (D) an antiseptic agent (i) consisting of phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin, methylparaben, and benzoic acid, or an antiseptic agent (ii) consisting of phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin, and sorbic acid; and (E) water. It has superior antiseptic properties and superior anti-mildew properties without impairing the overall stability of the aqueous dispersion.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of release agents commonly in uses in preventing asphalt and other sticky compounds such as rubbers from sticking to the transporting vehicles such as dump truck beds and processing tools, and equipment, and more particularly to a novel biodegradable release agent applied to metal surfaces prior to use for promoting free release of sticky hot-mix asphalt materials from the metal tools and equipment used in road construction applications.

Abstract: An ink for ink-jet recording is provided which contains a coloring material and an aqueous liquid medium for solving or dispersing the coloring material, the liquid medium having a lower critical consolute temperature (Tc) to cause phase separation at a temperature in the range of from 40 to 100° C. Ink-jet recording method and an ink-jet recording apparatus employing the above ink are also provided.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymer composition includes a polyolefin polymer, silica; a phosphorus-containing antioxidant compound; and a co-additive that includes one or more of (i) a polyalkylene glycol having a number average molecular weight of greater than or equal to 3,000, (ii) a polyalkylene oxide, (iii) a sterically hindered amine compound.

Abstract: A cohesive coating composition (16) having differential adhesion properties is applied to window glass (12) without regard to covering adjacent trim material (14) which is to be subsequently painted. The DAC (differential adhesion composition) coating (16) is characterized by high adhesion to wood, metal, plastics and painted surfaces and at the same time by selective adhesion to glass-like surfaces, so that the coating composition (16) may be easily scraped, peeled, or otherwise lifted from the glass (12), together with any paint overlay thereon, after the painting operation of the window frame (14) is completed. When subjected to sheer forces of pulling and scraping, the cohesive properties of DAC coating (16) when considered in combination with a relatively low adhesion to glass, allows the coating (16) to be removed in long continuous strips rather than fracturing into small pieces.

Abstract: A method for extending the open time of an aqueous coating composition is provided. This method extends the time during which an aqueous coating can be applied or rebrushed without damaging the film. The open time improvement of this invention is useful for a variety of coatings including paints, stains, varnishes, adhesives and inks. The improvement in open time comes from the addition of an aqueous polyurethane dispersion to an aqueous coating composition having at least one film-forming latex polymer, where the glass transition temperature of the polyurethane dispersion is less than that of the latex polymer.

Abstract: A purging agent which contains an ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer and which satisfies the conditions specified by the equations (1) and (2) below:

Abstract: A silica glass composition having silica and a binder is provided. The binder is methylcellulose or a polymer comprising repeating units represented by the formula (1): (—CH2—CH(OR)—)  (1) where R is a C1-C12 alkyl group or is the acetyl group. The silica glass composition according to the present invention includes a binder cheaper than the conventional polyethyloxazoline and is not hazardous to humans. The air bubbles removing efficiency can be enhanced by reducing the viscosity of the sol, and the content of solid in the sol can be increased by using the silica glass composition according to the present invention. Also, the strength of the wet gel is increased allowing the gel to be easily handled in a subsequent process. The silica glass composition according to the present invention can be used in manufacturing silica glass for a semiconductor device and an optical lens as well as a tube for optical fiber.

Abstract: A fibrous glass binder that reduces corrosion of polycarboxy based binders, such as polyacrylic acid based binders, on carbon steel. The disclosed binder contains corrosion inhibitors such as tin oxalate, tin sulfate, tin chloride and thiourea.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a coating composition featuring increased solids contents, which comprises at least one polyol I obtainable by subjecting at least one oligomer of the general formula I R1R2C═[═CH—R—CH═]n—CR3R4  (I) in which R=—(—CH2—)m—, in which the index m is an integer from 2 to 6, or in which X=—CH2— or an oxygen atom R1,R2,R3 and R4 independently of one another=hydrogen atoms or alkyl; and the index n=an integer from 1 to 15; to hydroformylation and reducing the resultant aldehyde-functional products I to give the polyols I, which, if desired, are subjected to partial or complete hydrogenation.

Abstract: Dispersions containing a liquid vehicle (which can be aqueous, semi-aqueous or non-aqueous), organic or inorganic particles (or mixtures) that are insoluble in the liquid vehicle and a polymeric dispersant, preferably a structured polymeric dispersant, having one or more segments soluble in the liquid vehicle and one or more segments insoluble in the liquid vehicle, have improved stability when the insoluble segment(s) contains cross-linking groups which are cross-linked to itself or a cross-linking compound such as a polyfunctional monomer, oligomer or polymer to form an encapsulation network that entraps the particles which are particularly useful for paints or inks in coating and printing applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to rubber mixtures consisting of at least one rubber and a specific proportion of a distillation residue from industrial trimethylolpropane production and the use of the rubber mixtures for the production of vulcanisates, especially for the production of highly reinforced, abrasion-resistant mouldings, particularly preferably for the production of tyres exhibiting low rolling resistance and high abrasion resistance.

Abstract: The present invention provides an over-coating composition comprising a basic compound for coating a photoresist composition to provide a vertical photoresist pattern.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions based on, in particular, polyamide resin(s) or alkenylaromatic resin(s), having improved fire resistance are disclosed. The compositions contain Sb2O3, melamine cyanurate and one or more polyols, the combination of which exhibits a synergistic effect on increasing the fire retardancy. These compositions can be used for the preparation of molded, extruded or injected articles, in the form of sheets or films, of composite materials and of powders for coating substrates. Further, the process for preparing the compositions is also disclosed.

Abstract: A substantially water-free, water-washable, energy-curable composition includes an epoxy oligomer and/or urethane oligomer having at least two ethylenically unsaturated moieties, at least one alkoxylated polyol monomer having at least two ethylenically unsaturated moieties and capable of being copolymerized with the oligomer, and a sugar surfactant capable of rendering the uncured composition dispersible in water. Optionally, the composition can contain a photoinitiator. The composition is self-dispersible in water and is especially suitable for use as a coating material for a printing screen.

Abstract: A solvent system has been found which aids in start-up, drop ejection, decap and high frequency firing above 10 kHz for inks which contain latex polymers. Two solvents work in conjunction with each other: 3-hexyne-2,5-diol and 1,2-octanediol. These two solvents in combination improve printability in latex polymer-containing ink-jet inks. Such ink-jet inks also include one or more pigments and a vehicle comprising at least one organic, water-miscible solvent and water.

Abstract: This invention relates to improving the flow of flowing streams of hydrocarbons, such as petroleum or finished products, in a conduit such as a pipeline. The present invention also relates to a stable, nonagglomerating nonaqueous suspension suitable for improving flow of hydrocarbons in conduits, particularly finished product hydrocarbons in conduits.

Abstract: This invention relates to a formaldehyde-free curable aqueous composition containing a polyacid, a polyol and a phosphorous-containing accelerator. The composition may be used as a binder for heat resistant nonwovens such as nonwovens composed of fiberglass.

Abstract: A silicone composition for preparing a silicone pressure sensitive adhesive, the composition comprising (A) 20 to 55 parts by weight of a polydiorganosiloxane containing an average of at least two silicon-bonded alkenyl groups per molecule; (B) 45 to 80 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane resin comprising R.sup.3.sub.3 SiO.sub.1/2 units and SiO.sub.4/2 units wherein each R.sup.3 is independently selected from the group consisting of monovalent hydrocarbon and monovalent halogenated hydrocarbon groups, the mole ratio of R.sup.3.sub.3 SiO.sub.1/2 units to SiO.sub.4/2 units is from 0.6:1 to 1.

Abstract: The subject invention provides water-swellable polymer compositions having reduced dusting tendencies, i.e., reduced amounts of unassociated dust having a maximum diameter less than or equal to 10 microns and/or the tendency to generate reduced amounts of unassociated dust having a maximum diameter less than or equal to 10 microns upon attrition and a process for preparing such compositions. Hydrophobic dedusting agents are used to achieve the above while substantially maintaining or increasing the surface tension of an aqueous fluid in equilibrium with the polymer and air.

Abstract: The invention is a water-in-oil emulsion film forming foundation having a synergistic combination of about 0.5% to about 10% by weight of a water soluble or water dispersible film forming polymer, as well as about 0.5% to about 35% by weight of the composition of one or more plasticizing solvent(s). Both the polymer and solvent(s) combined together in the aqueous phase are in a cosmetically acceptable carrier providing suitable feel and appearance during application, as well as excellent wear and appearance benefits after application. Yet this film forming foundation provides a flexible, light feel that resembles other foundations, and is easily removed with soap and water.