Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the preparation of a RMA crosslinkable composition comprising at least one crosslinkable component comprising reactive components A and B each comprising at least 2 reactive groups wherein the at least 2 reactive groups of component A are acidic protons C—H in activated methylene or methine groups and the at least 2 reactive groups of component B are activated unsaturated groups C?C and base catalyst C and one or more N—H group containing reactivity moderating component D that are also a Michael addition donor reactable with component B under the action of catalyst C, characterized in that the one or more reactivity moderating components D have a melting temperature above 60° C. and is first dissolved in one or more crosslinkable components comprising reactive components A or B and the obtained pre-dissolved product is later mixed with other components of the RMA crosslinkable composition.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a functionalized polymer for use in coating compositions and a method for making the functionalized polymer. In some embodiments, the functionalized polymer is a water-dispersible polymer, more preferably a water-dispersible polyester polymer, having one or more side groups including one or more salt groups. Packaging containers (e.g., food or beverage cans) comprising the functionalized polymer and methods of making such containers are also provided.

Abstract: Storage stable polyhydroxylated aromatic ether adducts of polyalkylene oxide are described. Reactive compositions are formed by combining an ether adduct with an aldehyde, optionally further adding a phenolic-aldehyde prepolymer. The reactive compositions are cured by removing water, by acidification, or both. The cured compositions sorb solvated compounds from environments containing water. The cured compositions are also useful for pre-loading with compounds that are subsequently released at a controlled rate into environments containing water.

Abstract: The coating composition according to the present invention includes a metal oxide (A) containing a spherical metal oxide (a1) and a chain metal oxide (a2) having an aspect ratio (major diameter/minor diameter) of 3 to 25, and a polymer emulsion particle (B). The coating composition according to the present invention preferably further includes a hydrolyzable silicon compound (C). The antireflection film according to the present invention is obtained by applying and drying the coating composition on a substrate.

Abstract: An ink jet ink composition includes one or more types selected from a group consisting of water, polymer fine particles, a siloxane-based surfactant, and a fluorine-based surfactant, and an acryl-based surfactant.

Abstract: An ink used for direct inkjet printing to plate based on nanometer material and a method for preparing same. Of the baseline total amount of the ink, 5 to 30 wt % is of film-forming resin, 0.01 to 5 wt % is of nanometer or micrometer dye, 30 to 60 wt % is of organic solvent, 0.01 to 5 wt % is of humectant, and water provides the balance; these ingredients are stirred and mixed at room temperature, and after the film-forming resin is completely dissolved, impurities and/or insoluble substances in the present invention are removed by means of multi-level filtering, and the obtained filtrate is the present ink. The ink in the present invention is sprayed on a metal base material surface by an inkjet printer o form a printing pattern which, after curing, can be directly printed on the machine, thus reducing chemical pollution and post-processing processes, while a press run of the printing plate can be up to 100,000 copies at a resolution of up to 175 lpi.

Abstract: An adhesive resin composition for a secondary battery for bonding a separator for a secondary battery and an electrode for a secondary battery, wherein the composition comprises an adhesive resin having a unit derived from an aromatic vinyl monomer and having a glass transition temperature of 25° C. or lower.

Abstract: An RMA crosslinkable composition having at least one crosslinkable component including reactive components A and B each including at least 2 reactive groups, the at least 2 reactive groups of component A being acidic protons (C—H) in activated methylene or methine groups and the at least 2 reactive groups of component B are activated unsaturated groups (C?C) and a base catalyst (C) which reactive components A and B crosslink by Real Michael Addition (RMA) reaction under action of the base catalyst, characterised in that the at least one crosslinkable component including reactive components A and B in the composition have a total hydroxy number of less than 60, preferably less than 40 and more preferably less than 20 mg KOH/g solids. Further, specific resins A and B having a low hydroxy number for use in RMA cross-linkable compositions and a process for the manufacture thereof.

Abstract: Methods for applying a liner-free, or liner-less label, to a substrate, particularly glass or plastic (e.g., PET) substrates are described herein. The method includes applying an adhesive composition, such as a polymeric coating, to a label face sheet, activating the adhesive composition with an activating fluid, and contacting the label to the substrate. The activating fluid is preferably a mixture of water and one or more organic solvents, such as low molecular weight alcohols. In some embodiments, the labels exhibit a percent fiber tear greater than about 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, or 95% after one, two, three, four, or five minutes. In particular embodiments, the labels exhibits a percent fiber tear greater than 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, or 95% after two minutes.

Abstract: An aqueous ink ensuring less blurring and high color formation on plain paper, satisfactory color formation and fixing property on special paper and excellent ejection stability is realized by using a microcapsule of a colorant encapsulated with a polymer and rendered dispersible in water and specifying the amount of the aromatic ring in the polymer to be from 20 to 70 wt % of the polymer.

Abstract: The invention relates to aqueous dispersions containing agents having release activity, emulsifiers and customary auxiliaries and additives, wherein a combination of A) at least one agent having a release activity, selected from the group consisting of soaps, oils, waxes and silicones, and B) polyesters is used as agents having release activity.

Abstract: A functionalized homopolymer or copolymer of vinyl alcohol of the formula P—(R)n, where: P represents a straight or branched chain polymer backbone that is a homopolymer of vinyl alcohol or a copolymer of vinyl alcohol and at least one other monomer, the homopolymer or copolymer comprising one or more reactive coupling group; R represents an aminosilane-containing and/or an aminosilanol-containing side chain attached to the polymer backbone via the one or more reactive coupling group; and n represents the number of side chains, which are present in an amount from about 1 to about 25 mol % of the polymer backbone; and ink or coating compositions containing the functionalized polymer.

Abstract: An electronic device, such as a thin-film transistor, includes a substrate and a dielectric layer formed from a dielectric composition. The dielectric composition includes a dielectric material, a crosslinking agent, and a thermal acid generator. In particular embodiments, the dielectric material comprises a lower-k dielectric material and a higher-k dielectric material. When deposited, the lower-k dielectric material and the higher-k dielectric material form separate phases. The thermal acid generator allows the dielectric layer to be cured at relatively lower temperatures and/or shorter time periods, permitting the selection of lower-cost substrate materials that would otherwise be deformed by the curing of the dielectric layer.

Abstract: A biodegradable injection mouldable polymer composition including on a dry weight basis from 45-85% w/w by weight of a starch and/or a modified high amylose starch, from 2-15% w/w by weight of a water soluble polymer preferably selected from polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinyl acetate and copolymers of ethylene and vinyl alcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten state of the starch components, and from 5-45% w/w by weight of one or more polyol plasticizers having a molecular weight in the range of 50-6000, more preferably 50-2500, and still more preferably 100-400 and preferably selected from the group consisting of sorbitol, glycerol, maltitol, xylitol, mannitol, erythritol, polyglycerol, glycerol trioleate, tributyl citrate, acetyl tri-ethyl citrate, glyceryl triacetate, 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol diisobutyrate, polyethylene oxide, ethylene glycol, diethylene glycol or polyethylene glycol; more preferably glycerol, maltitol, sorbitol, erythritol and xylitol.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of producing, in an industrially advantageous manner, an ethylene/vinyl alcohol copolymer aqueous dispersion which has a high concentration and is excellent in long-term storage stability and in which the resin particles in the aqueous dispersion obtained are small in particle diameter.

Abstract: The invention relates to a structure based on glass fiber coated with a resin composition designed to reinforce bonded abrasive articles, the resin composition including the following constituents in the proportions indicated, expressed in percentage by weight of solid matter: 75 to 98% of a mixture of at least one novolac having a glass transition temperature lower than or equal to 60° C. and at least one novolac having a glass transition temperature above 60° C., 0.5 to 10% of at least one wax, 0 to 3.5% of at least one plasticizing agent.

Abstract: Provided are a dispersant for suspension polymerization that is superior in basic properties as primary dispersant: i.e., of giving a vinyl chloride resin with lower fish eye-forming tendency and higher bulk specific density, gives low aqueous solution viscosity and is superior in processability during solubilization, a vinyl chloride resin prepared by using the same and a production method for the resin. Used is a dispersant for suspension polymerization, comprising a modified polyvinyl alcohol containing constituent units carrying carbonyl groups such as alkyl maleates and having a saponification value of 75 mol % or more and less than 90 mol %, an absorbance at a wavelength of 280 nm, as determined as 0.2 mass % aqueous or mixed water and methanol solution, of 0.5 to 2.5 and a viscosity, as determined by the method specified by JIS K 6726, of 4 mPa·s or more and less than 30 mPa·s.

Abstract: An alcohol-based printing ink composition comprising: a polyurethane urea resin (D) that is obtained by a reaction of polyol (A), diisocyanate (B), and a chain extender (C); a coloring agent (E); and a medium comprising an alcohol (F) and water, wherein the polyol (A) contains polyether polyol (A1) and polyester polyol (A2), and the medium comprises 75% by weight or more of alcohol (F).

Abstract: A biodegradable injection moldable polymer having the composition a) from 50 to 85% by weight of a starch and or a modified high amylose starch b) from 4 to 13% by weight of a water soluble polymer selected from polyvinylacetate, polyvinyl alcohol and copolymers of ethylene and vinylalcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten state of the starch components c) from 10 to 35% by weight of a polyol plasticizer d) from 0.5 to 10% of a polyethylene oxide or polyethylene glycol e) from 0 to 1.5% by weight of a C12-22 fatty acid or salt and f) from 0.25% to 3% of a food grade emulsifier. The polymers are suitable for biodegradable, flushable tampon applicators and other medical or industrial products where flushability and bio degradability are desirable.

Abstract: Disclosed are a novel ionic organic compound and a method for producing the ionic organic compound by a simple process. Also disclosed are a hydrogelling agent composed of an ionic organic compound obtained by the method, an alcohol gelling agent, a gel which uses the gelling agent, while using water or methanol as a medium, and a carbon nanotube dispersant composed of the compound. Specifically disclosed is an ionic organic compound represented by general formula (1). The compound is obtained by a condensation reaction of (A) an aromatic diamide compound or cyclohexane diamide compound having a 4-(chloromethyl)benzamide group at both ends, and (B) a compound selected from N,N,N?,N?-tetramethylalkylenediamines which may have a substituent wherein there are 1-6 carbon atoms between nitrogen atoms. The thus-obtained ionic organic compound serves as a gelling agent which is capable of gelling a neutral aqueous solution or an alcohol.

Abstract: An environmentally degradable composite having between 20 and 80 weight parts of a moderately cross-linked copolymer of aliphatic polyesteramide comprising random blocks, between 10 and 70 weight parts of a renewable raw material, between 5 and 20 weight parts of an additive, and between 0 and 30 weight parts of a filler. The composite has good mechanical properties, with a tensile strength of between 15 and 30 MPa, elongation at break of between 300 and 1000%, bending strength of between 10 and 25 MPa, and notched impact strength of between 20 and 90 kJ/m2. The composite has good environmental degradability and after 12 weeks' composting, the biodegradation rate thereof exceeds 90%. The composite has good formation performance, and can be processed using conventional plastics processing equipment by extruding, injection molding, blow molding, and hot pressing for preparation of a variety of products.

Abstract: A novel aqueous polymerization process for making fluoropolymer dispersions is disclosed in which non-ionic non-fluorinated emulsifier is used to produce fluoropolymer emulsions. The emulsifiers used in the invention are those that contain segments of polyethylene glycol, polypropylene glycol, and/or polytetamethylene glycol with repeating units of 3 to 100. The process and fluoropolymer produced contain no fluorinated surfactant.

Abstract: A curable composition, useful as a thermosetting binder, having a polycarboxy polymer or co-polymer and a multifunctional polyol.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate generally to methods and compositions for forming porous low refractive index coatings on substrates. In one embodiment, a method for forming a porous coating on a substrate is provided. The method comprises coating a substrate with a sol-gel composition, comprising at least one porosity forming agent, wherein the porosity forming agent is selected from at least one of dendrimers and organic nanocrystals and removing the at least one porosity forming agent to form the porous coating. Use of at least one of the dendrimers and organic nanocrystals leads to the formation of stable pores with larger volume fraction in the film. Further, the size and interconnectivity of the pores may be controlled via selection of the organic nanocrystal or dendrimer structure, the total organic nanocrystal or dendrimer molecule fraction, polarity of the organic nanocrystal or dendrimer molecule and solvent, and other physiochemical properties of the gel phase.

Abstract: Aqueous polymer dispersions, which, in addition to water and a dispersed copolymer composed of at least two monomers selected from the group consisting of ethylene, propylene, butylene, isoprene, butadiene, styrene, acrylonitrile, acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, acrylic acid alkyl ester, methacrylic acid alkyl ester, vinyl ester, and vinyl chloride, also comprises a comb polymer having side chains that are bound to the main chain by ester or ether groups. The aqueous polymer dispersions are particularly suited for use together with hydraulic and latently hydraulic binding agents. The aqueous polymer dispersions are extremely efficient and result in a strong increase in the mechanical values and a relevant decrease in the porosity and the water absorption property.

Abstract: Disclosed is a two-liquid type urethane paint composition having a main agent which includes a hydroxyl group-containing resin (A), a hydrolyzable ester compound (B) and an alcohol-based solvent (C); and a curing agent which includes a polyisocyanate compound (D). The composition is made by mixing together the main agent and the curing agent, wherein the (B) component and the (C) component are included in the main agent in amounts from 2 to 35 parts by mass as effective component of the hydrolyzable ester compound (B) and from 2 to 10 parts by mass of the alcohol-based solvent (C) per 100 parts by mass of solid fraction of the hydroxyl group-containing resin (A), and the hydroxyl groups of the hydroxyl group-containing resin (A) and the functional groups of the polyisocyanate compound (D) are mixed in proportions of from 0.5 to 1.5 as the mol ratio of NCO/OH.

Abstract: Process for producing silicate-comprising polyols, which comprises the steps (i) admixing of an aqueous silica sol (K) having an average particle diameter of from 1 to 150 nm and a silica content, calculated as SiO2, of from 1 to 60% by weight and having a pH of from 1 to 6, based on the SiO2 content used, with a 0.

Abstract: Described are new custom postage printing stocks, coating compositions, processes for preparing and utilizing these and resulting postage products. Disclosed ink formulations comprise: invisible fluorescent dye and/or pigment (preferably red-fluorescent dye), which is fluorescent in the range of 580 to 640 nm when illuminated with light at 254 nm; water-soluble binder; substrate penetrant, fluorescence stabilizer; substrate anticurl agent and water. The inks, when coated on substrates and dried, can improve the quality and color of images printed as compared to images printed without the aid of the invention.

Abstract: A curable composition, useful as a thermosetting binder, having a polycarboxy polymer or co-polymer, an emulsion polymer, and a multifunctional polyol.

Abstract: Novel compositions, as well as related methods, coatings, and articles, are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition containing (i) 1-50 wt. % of a water-soluble, branched polyesteramide, (ii) 1-50 wt. % of a solvent selected from the group of alcohols, ethers, and ether alcohols having a boiling point in the range of 130° to 250° C., and (iii) 0-98 wt. % of water, and its use as an additive to water borne base coat compositions to reduce or eliminate problems of underspray/overspray.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating formulation for preparing a medical coating, which coating formulation comprises (a) at least one multifunctional polymerizable compound according to formula (I), wherein G is a residue of a polyfunctional compound having at least n functional groups, wherein each R1 and each R2 independently represents hydrogen or a group selected from substituted and unsubstituted hydrocarbons which optionally contain one or more heteroatoms, and wherein n is an integer having a value of at least 2; and (b) at least one initiator.

Abstract: A therapeutic exercise putty is provided which comprises a uniform mixture of a first mass of putty and modeling clay. The first mass of putty includes hydroxy-terminated polymethylsiloxane having a viscosity of about 20 to about 50,000 cps.

Abstract: An inkjet ink composition comprising water, and at least one water-dispersible polyurethane/urea polymer having at least a first soft segment formed from a polyol prepolymer and at least a second soft segment formed from a polyamine prepolymer, wherein the polyol prepolymer forms urethane bonds in the polyurethane/urea and the polyamine prepolymer forms urea bonds in the polyurethane/urea, and further wherein at least about 4% by weight of the combined soft segments is formed by polyamine prepolymers that form urea bonds in the polyurethane/urea polymer.

Abstract: An object of the invention is to provide an image receiving sheet for electrostatically charged liquid development and an image receiving label for electrostatically charged liquid development having an image receiving layer excellent in adherence to liquid toner for electrostatic charge development and also in adherence to the substrate. As a means for solving it, the image receiving sheet for electrostatically charged liquid development of the invention is characterized by having an image receiving layer formed by applying a coating liquid containing an ethylene/methacrylic acid resin to at least one surface of a substrate followed by drying it.

Abstract: A fluoropolymer composition comprising: at least one thermoplastic partially fluorinated fluoropolymer [polymer (F)]; water; less than 15% wt (based on total weight of composition) of a water-soluble solvent mixture [mixture (M)] comprising: at least one alcohol solvent [solvent (A)]; at least one glycol derivative solvent having a boiling point of at least 100° C. [solvent (GD)], wherein the solvent (GD) is a derivative of a compound comprising at least two hydroxyl groups, wherein at least one of the hydroxyl group has been derivatized to yield an ether or an ester bond. Another object of the present invention is a process for manufacturing said composition. Still another object of the invention is the use of the composition of the invention for coating. Still another object of the invention is a coated article, obtained using the composition of the invention.

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

Abstract: A radically crosslinkable liquid composition is for producing a polyacrylamide-based hydrogel layer. The composition includes at least one comonomer with reactive linker groups and at least one optional softener in addition to the monomer precursor of the polyacrylamide, the crosslinking agent, and the radical initiator(s).

Abstract: An ink jet recording medium including an ink receiving layer disposed on at least one side of a support, wherein the ink receiving layer is formed by applying an ink receiving layer coating solution. The ink receiving layer coating solution includes a water-soluble resin and a fine silica dispersion that has been prepared by finely dispersing a preliminary silica dispersion. The preliminary silica dispersion includes fumed silica, a cationic polymer having an I/O value of 2.4 or less, and alcohol.

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 present invention relates to an emulsion type adhesive applicable for over-laminating films, the preparation and the use thereof. The emulsion type adhesive comprises: (a) 60 to 99.5 parts per hundred of monomers of one or more alkyl acrylates containing 4-12 carbon atoms on the alkyl group; (b) 0.5 to 40 parts per hundred of monomers of an alkyl acrylate containing 1-3 carbon atoms in the alkyl group or an alkyl methacrylate containing 1-6 carbon atoms in the alkyl group; (c) 0.1 to 5 parts per hundred of monomers of dicarboxylic acids; (d) 1 to 5 parts per hundred of a reactive surfactant; (e) 0.1 to 15 parts per hundred of an organic acid vinyl ester; and (f) 100 parts per hundred of soft water, (a) and (b) are 100 parts by hundred, while (c), (d), (e) and (f) are calculated based on the total weight of (a)+(b). The products of this invention have excellent properties.

Abstract: To an aqueous PTFE polymer emulsion having a PTFE content of from 10 to 50 mass % obtained by emulsion polymerization of tetrafluoroethylene in the presence of an anionic perfluorocarboxylate surfactant (APFC), from 2 to 20 mass %, based on the mass of PTFE, of a nonionic surfactant having an average molecular weight of from 450 to 800 and an inorganic/organic property ratio of from 1.07 to 1.50 and from 10 to 800 mass %, based on the mass of PTFE, of water are added to obtain an aqueous PTFE dispersion having a PTFE content of from 1 to 40 mass % of PTFE, and then PTFE is concentrated by sedimenting the PTFE and separating a PTFE-rich aqueous dispersion composition from the supernatant. According to the present invention, a PTFE-rich aqueous dispersion composition having a low APFC concentration can be obtained.

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: 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: A process for producing fine particulate polymer drag reducing agent (DRA) without cryogenic temperatures, is described. The grinding or pulverizing of polymer, such as poly(alpha-olefin) may be achieved by the use of at least one solid organic grinding aid and at least one liquid grinding aid. In one non-limiting embodiment of the invention, the grinding is conducted at ambient temperature. Examples of a solid organic grinding aid include ethene/butene copolymer particles, paraffin waxes and solid alcohols. An example of a suitable liquid grinding aid includes a blend of glycol, water and isopropyl alcohol. Particulate DRA may be produced at a size of about 500 microns or less. Use of an attrition mill is preferred.

Abstract: An ion exchange fluorocarbon resin precursor composition obtained by removing liquid components from a mixed solution of a dispersion of an ion exchange fluorocarbon resin precursor and a dispersion of tetrafluoroethylene polymer (PTFE).

Abstract: Disclosed is a coating composition for use in producing an insulating thin film, comprising: (A) at least one silica precursor comprised of at least one compound selected from the group consisting of an alkoxysilane and a hydrolysis product thereof; (B) at least one organic polymer; (C) water; (D) at least one alcohol; and optionally (E) an organic solvent for a mixture of the components (A), (B), (C) and (D); wherein the weight ratio (WR) of the water (C) to the at least one silica precursor (A) satisfies the formula 0.01<WR<10, and the weight of the water (C) is larger than that of the at least one alcohol (D), with the proviso that when the at least one organic polymer (B) is insoluble in a mixture of the water (C) and the alcohol (D), the coating composition comprises all of the components (A) to (E).

Abstract: A tire sealer and inflator provides utilization of R-134a propellant combined with a sealant composition. In a described example, a tire sealer and inflator includes R-134a propellant, and a sealant composition consisting essentially of, by weight, water approximately 77%, acrylic resin emulsion approximately 22%, sodium nitrite approximately 0.75%, oleic acid approximately 0.01%, and ammonium hydroxide approximately 0.01%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel resin composition which is excellent in the balance of impact resistance, chemical resistance and fluidity as well as heat resistance and flame retardancy, and to a method for obtaining the composition. Particularly, it relates to a resin composition comprising: (A) 70 to 99 parts by weight of a polyphenylene ether resin, and (B) 1 to 30 parts by weight of a liquid-crystal polyester, wherein the polyphenylene ether resin in the composition contains 10 to 30 wt. % of polymer having a molecular weight of 20,000 or less and has a molecular weight distribution (Mw/Mn) of 1.8 to 3.5.

Abstract: The present invention provides an ink composition for use in ink jet printing on food items, candy, particularly dark candy, such as chocolate, and to a method of forming printed images on such food items by use of the ink compositions. The compositions of the present invention comprise a pigment, a binder, and an aqueous carrier.