Abstract: An overbased mixture of aliphatic and aromatic carboxylates salts useful in making low-fogging thermal stabilizers for PVC is made by reacting zinc oxide with fatty acid and such as stearic acid, then adding aromatic acids, and then adding and reacting one or both of magnesium oxide and calcium oxide, under controlled heating conditions to maintain fluidity while minimizing side reactions, and then conditioning the reaction product to remove volatiles.

Abstract: A process for making shaped articles from nylon polymer by melting the polymer and forming the molten polymer into articles is improved by adding to the polymer at least about 5 ppm of an additive compound selected from the group consisting of magnesium, calcium and zinc salts of aliphatic dicarboxylic acids having 2 to 14 carbon atoms.

Abstract: A stabilizer for chlorine-containing polymers and a process for its preparation. The stabilizer comprises a fat or oil-saponified product composite silicate in the form of hydrophobic particles of a composition containing:siliceous compound particles composed chiefly of amorphous or low-crystalline silicate of a metal of the Group II of periodic table, a metal of the Group IV and/or a metal of the Group V;higher fatty acid salts of a metal of the Group II, a metal of the Group IV and/or a metal of the Group V held in the pores or on the surfaces of said siliceous compound; anda glycerin and/or glycerin derivatives.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel polymeric compounds, more particularly to novel block or graft copolymers which are useful in dispersing inorganic pigments, lakes and/or toners in organic medium, to methods for preparing such copolymers, and to surfactant compositions containing such polymers. The block or graft copolymers of the invention belong to the class in which one type of polymeric component is derived from an oil-soluble complex monocarboxylic acid and another component which is the residue of an alkyl glycol and/or a polyoxyalkylene compounds.

Abstract: Recycled plastics, predominanty thermoplastics, from domestic, commercial and industrial waste can be stabilized against thermooxidative degradation by adding a combination of a sterically hindered phenol with an organic phosphite or phosphonite and a metal salt of a fatty acid.

Abstract: A self-lubricating polymeric composition, characterized as a melt blend of a thermoplastic polymer and a lubricating system containing ultra high molecular weight polyethylenes, a polyester, acid metal salts, calcium salts, antioxidants and stabilizers. The composition may be prepared into shaped articles which exhibit improved surface wear resistance and coefficients of friction.

Abstract: The present invention provides a water dispersible particulate polymer composition having improved water dispersibility comprising a water soluble particulate polymer which has been contacted with a finely divided particulate dispersant comprised of at least one insoluble or sparingly soluble fatty acid or salt thereof so that the particles of the water soluble particulate polymer have dispersed thereon said finely divided particulate dispersant, a method for making said water soluble particulate polymer composition, and the use thereof in viscosifying water-based fluids.

Abstract: The addition of a synergistic pelletizing aid package of HDPE and metallic fatty acid surfactant to the water bath to minimize the agglomeration of polyolefin pellets in an underwater pelletizing process.

Abstract: Polyvinyl butyral sheet for laminated safety glass containing multivalent, preferably divalent, metal salt and a UV-stabilizing amount of a benzotriazole-based compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 denotes CH.sub.3, linear or branched C.sub.5 alkyl or linear or branched C.sub.12 alkyl and R.sub.2 denotes CH.sub.3 or linear or branched C.sub.5 alkyl.

Abstract: Low-dust granules of plastic additives, comprising at least 10% by weight of calcium stearate, where the water content of the calcium stearate is less than 2%, having a particle size distribution, in accordance with ISO 3435, of from 1 mm to 10 mm, a loose bulk density of greater than 400 g/l and a flowability in accordance with DIN 53492 of less than 15 s (tR25), a process for their production, and the use of these granules for the stabilization of organic polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to(1) a method of preparing sintered shapes, comprising the steps of forming a green body from a mixture comprising (A) a major amount of at least one inorganic powder with (B) at least one reaction product of a alkanol-amine with a hydrocarbyl-substituted carboxylic acylating agent provided that when the hydrocarbyl group of the acylating agent contains less than 40 carbon atoms then the carboxylic acylating agent is a polycarboxylic acylating agent; and (2) sintering the body. Sintered shapes made from the methods of the present invention have relatively high fired densities and small uniform grain sizes; and low porosity. The reaction products of the present invention help disperse the inorganic powder. These reaction products also improve deagglomeration of the inorganic powder and help prevent reagglomeration of the powder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of making stabilized halogen containing organic polymer laminate comprising as one layer a halogen-containing organic polymer, an acid scavenger comprising a molecular sieve or zeolite; and a heat stabilizer and as the other layer, a similar composition devoid of a molecular sieve or zeolite.

Abstract: A homogeneous, clear liquid stabilizer suitable for use in a vinyl chloride polymer comprising a liquid mixture of metal soap stabilizer, for example, a mixture of a mixed barium/zinc soap stabilizer and solubilized metal perchlorate, for example, a barium perchlorate. The liquid stabilizer is formed by combining a solubilized metal perchlorate and a liquid mixture of the metal soap stabilizer.

Abstract: Useful stabilizer combinations and propylene polymer compositions stabilized therewith having improved resistance to discoloration upon processing are provided. The stabilizer combinations of the invention are comprised of a mixture of calcium salts of stearic acid and lactic acid and a tocopherol-containing mixture consisting essentially of .alpha.-tocopherol, glycerin, polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of about 300 and glycerol monocaprylate. Propylene homopolymers and random, block and impact copolymers of propylene are stabilized in accordance with the invention.

Abstract: Stabilizer mixture for polymers based on halogen-containing vinyl monomers are provided. The stabilizers contain:a) calcium soaps of C.sub.8-32 fatty acids,b) zinc soaps of C.sub.8-32 fatty acids, andc) garnets corresponding to formula (I): ##EQU1## in which M.sup.I is at least one alkali metal ionM.sup.II is at least one divalent metal ionM.sup.III is at least one trivalent metal ionM.sup.IV represents titanium and/or zirconium ionsA.sup.n is at least one n-valent acid anion with the charge n=1, 2, 3 or 4 and the following conditions apply:0.ltoreq.x<1, 0.ltoreq.y<1, 0.ltoreq.z<12, 0<m, where y<z and n.multidot.m+z=12, wherein said garnets are optionally surface-modified.Such garnets are characterized by a specific crystal lattice which distinguishes them from other alkaline earth metal aluminates, such as the hydrotalcites.

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 present invention relates to a polyolefin composition, having good extrusion characteristics. The composition comprises a fluoropolymer and one or more of a low molecular weight polyalkylene oxide, an ultra-violet light stabilizer and a metal oxide. The blend is suitable for making blown film and coated wire and cable and optical fibre products.

Abstract: A composition useful for rotational molding and method of rotomolding are provided. The composition advantageously includes particulate matter of significantly different sizes. A first polymer is provided as particulate matter of one size, and a second polymer is provided as particulate matter of a smaller size. During rotomolding, the first polymer forms an inner layer and the second polymer forms an outer layer. Beneficially, foaming may be provided during rotomolding to foam the inner layer.

Abstract: A high degree of stabilization of polyvinyl chloride is achieved by using a perchlorate, a terminal epoxide compound and an antioxidant.

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: A coating composition 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, and a process of making the same.

Abstract: A metal overbased composition is disclosed that comprises(A) at least one natural oil comprising an animal oil or vegetable oil comprising a triglyceride of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 arc independently saturated or unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbyl groups containing from about 8 to about 24 carbon atoms and(B) a metal base oxide (MO), hydroxide (MOH) or alkoxide (R.sup.4 OM) wherein the metal comprises an alkali or alkaline earth and R.sup.4 is a hydrocarbyl group containing from about 1 to about 24 carbon atoms, and wherein the equivalent ratio of (A):(B) is from 0.90-10:1 to form a saponified intermediate, adding 2-11 equivalents of (B) per equivalent of formed saponified intermediate and reacting excess (B) with(C) an acidic gas comprising carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide or sulfur trioxide.This composition may also be gelled to produce a rheology control agent.

Abstract: A polymeric polyvalent metal aromatic polycarboxylate is used in vinyl halide resin compositions containing heavy metal stabilizers to reduce extractable heavy metals from molded resin products when tested by the toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP) of 40 CFR 261.

Abstract: A resin composition containing 100 parts by weight of a mixture containing 20 to 70% by weight of a polyphenylene ether which is modified with an unsaturated carboxylic acid compound having an ethylenic double bond and a carboxyl group or an acid anhydride group in a molecule and 30 to 80% by weight of a polyamide which contains 100 parts by weight of 6,6-nylon and 10 to 100 parts by weight of 6-nylon, 0.1 to 3 parts by weight of a metal salt of montanic acid, and optionally 5 to 70 parts by weight of polypropylene per 100 parts by weight of the modified polyphenylene ether in the mixture, which composition is suitable for the production of automobile relay boxes.

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: A labelstock which comprises a release-coated liner, a facestock including a layer consisting essentially of one or more nucleating agents of polyolefins and (a) one or more olefin homopolymers or (b) one or more copolymers of olefins or (c) a mixture of (a) and (b), and a pressure-sensitive adhesive for releasably joining the facestock to the release-coated liner.

Abstract: A method of stabilizing vinyl halide resin composition such as PVC by incorporating a mixed zinc/alkaline earth metal carboxylate stabilizer for said resin, a hydrotalcite and antimony trioxide in an amount to confer heat stability to said composition.

Abstract: A powder molding composition containing dry-blended polyvinyl chloride resins, plasticizers and stabilizers, which is characterized in that there are blended therein 0.05 to 5 parts by weight of barium salt of a carboxylic acid having a melting point not lower than 250.degree. C. and 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of zinc salt of a fatty acid containing 10 or more carbon atoms, per 100 parts by weight said polyvinyl chloride resins. The composition of the invention is excellent in releasability and resistance to mold staining.

Abstract: In an active hydrogen-containing B-side composition for reaction with a polyisocyanate-containing A-side composition to make a polyurethane or polyurethaneurea elastomer by reaction injection molding, the improvement which comprises a mold release composition consisting essentially of (1) a liquid quaternary ammonium salt and (2) a metal salt of a fatty acid.

Abstract: Disclosed are a thermoplastic resin composition which comprises(A) 10 to 90% by weight of a polyphenylene ether,(B) 90 to 10% by weight of a saturated polyester,(C) 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of an organic phosphorous acid compound represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein n represents 1 or 2; Ar represents an aryl group having 6 to 30 carbon atoms or a substituted aryl group and when n is 2, Ars may be the same or different; and R represents an alkylene group having 2 to 18 carbon atoms or arylene group when n is 1 and represents an alkanetetrayl group having 4 to 18 carbon atoms when n is 2, based on 100 parts by weight of Components (A) and (B) , and(D) 0 to 10 parts by weight of an acid receptor based on 100 parts by weight of Components (A) and (B),and a process for preparing the same.

Abstract: A sealant or mastic composition comprises a dispersion of a finely divided particulate solid in a silicone resin formulation which contains a dispersant containing at least one group of the formula--(O--A--CO).sub.n --.The dispersant may be derived from a hydroxycarboxylic acid and preferably has a --COOH end group. The dispersant modifies the shear properties of the sealant.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to oriented, crystallized polyester compositions which can be thermoformed and heat set with sheet cycle times. More specifically, the compositions of the present invention comprise specialized alkali metal-containing nucleating agents which provide high crystallization rates.

Abstract: The connector of the present invention has a housing formed from a polyamide resin composition which comprises 65-85% by weight of a specific polyamide (A), and 5-20% by weight of a graft-modified .alpha.-olefin random copolymer and/or graft-modified vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon/conjugated diene copolymer or a hydrogenation product thereof (B), and 0.1-1.0% by weight, based on 100% by weight of the total of the aromatic polyamide (A) and graft-modified copolymer (B), of a polyethylene wax or a metallic salt of an aliphatic carboxylic acid having 26-32 carbon atoms (C), and further, optionally, an antioxidant (D).An object of the present invention is to provide a connector which is free from a decrease in characteristics such as toughness by heating, and, in particular, can be formed with excellent moldability, and is light weight.

Abstract: This invention relates to water-based coatings for exterior surfaces which upon application quickly develop resistance to being washed out by inadvertent precipitation. These compositions comprise an aqueous anionically stabilized dispersion of water-insoluble polymer prepared by either emulsion polymerization or mechanical emulsification, inorganic pigment dispersed with anionic polymers, salts, or soaps, and the propionic acid salt of calcium.

Abstract: Aluminum or aluminum alloy substrates are coated with primer coating chemicals and topcoating chemicals for forming a cured primer coat having lubricating and hydrophilic properties. The primer coating chemicals contains a thermosetting water-soluble or water-dispersible resin component (A), and the topcoating chemicals contains a resin component (C) containing a carboxymethylcellulose derivative and N-methylolacrylamide. At least one of them further contains a lubricant (B) selected from the group consisting of a higher aliphatic acid lubricant and an inorganic lubricant.

Abstract: A functional film-forming paste composition is disclosed, comprising (a) at least one metal-containing organic compound and at least one of (b) an acrylic resin, (c) an unsaturated fatty acid, and (d) an organic acid ester or phosphoric ester, the components (a) to (d) being dissolved in an organic solvent. The paste composition can be calcined at a low temperature, undergoes no change with time, can be printed by any printing method, exhibits good adhesion to a substrate, and gives a film free from unevenness in thickness and from defects such as cracks and pinholes.

Abstract: There are disclosed a vinyl resin composition which comprises a resin composition comprising a vinyl polymer, a polyamideimide elastomer obtained by reacting a mixture of caprolactam, an aromatic polycarboxylic acid and a specified polyoxyethylene glycol, with 0-0.5 mole of a diamine, etc., per 1 mole of glycol contained in said mixture, the glycol component being present in a proportion of 85-30% by weight in said elastomer and the relative viscosity of the elastomer being at least 1.5 (at 30.degree. C.), and an electrolyte added as desired, and articles molded from the composition.

Abstract: A soil hardening method is for stabilizing soil through the process of drying and grinding the soil, and applying a first agent and a second agent to the soil until the agents are uniformly infiltrated between soil particles to improve hardening, water proofing and stabilization of the soil. The soil mortar can be applied for all types of the soil including silt, clay, and sand, and soil with high moisture content. The soil mortar is economical due to its short working times, and in addition it has uniform curing and is waterproof.

Abstract: The method of making a semiconductor polymeric compound includes an "A" phase consisting of preparing a mixture of a polymeric matrix consisting essentially of about 60% by weight low density polyethylene and about 8.5% by weight ethylene vinyl acetate based on a total amount of the polymeric compound to be prepared with about 20% by weight of a conductive lampblack with a porous structure and about 4.0% by weight of a spreading agent consisting of calcium stearate, about 3 by weight of an antioxidant, and about 0.5% of a coupling agent consisting of calcium titanate; and a "B" phase including incorporating the conductive component in the polymeric matrix by the steps of spreading the mixture using "bamburg" type intermittent mixers under process conditions to obtain a high rate of lampblack shearing and homogenizing of a sheared lampblack and spreading and coupling agent portion.

Abstract: Dispersion of a polyurea and a metal carboxylate in an organic polyisocyanate.Dispersion of polyurea in an organic polyisocyanate characterized in that the amount of polyurea is at least 60% w.The above dispersions are in particular suitable for preparing moulded elastomers and flexible foams respectively.

Abstract: This invention relates to readily processable polyamide molding compounds combining very good mechanical and electrical properties with high surface quality based on copolyamides and magnesium hydroxide.

Abstract: A flame-retardant resin composition comprising the following components:(A) 100 parts by weight of a polycarbonate resin,(B) from 0.0001 to 1 part by weight of a salt of a carboxylic acid with zinc,(C) at least one member selected from the group consisting of from 1 to 200 parts by weight of a filler, from 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of a fluorine-containing resin and from 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of a silicone.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of dispersing a tacky additive in a solution of a polymer, particularly a polyolefin. A dispersion composition prepared by adding the additive to a slurry of a non-polar solvent and an insoluble, infusible, non-reactive dispersant is added to the polymer solution. This prevents the additive from sticking to the vessel walls and the impeller or agglomerating.

Abstract: Hydroxyl group-containing triglyceride oils are effective nucleating agents for poly(ethylene terephthalate) and provide improved crystallization properties. The hydroxyl group-containing triglyceride oil may be combined with a conventional organic acid metal salt nucleating agent. By covalently bonding the hydroxyl group-containing triglyceride oil with a metal carboxylate, improved crystallization properties are obtained.

Abstract: Hydrotalcites are disclosed as stabilizers for vinyl halide resins where the BET has a specific surface area of at least about 40 m.sup.2 /g, preferably about 50 to 60 m.sup.2 /g.

Abstract: Stabilized chlorine-containing polymer compositions comprising a chlorine-containing polymer and a stabilizer mixture comprising:a) at least one cyclic or non-cyclic, sterically hindered amine,b) at least one organic zinc compound and/or inorganic zinc compound from the series consisting of carbonates, chlorides, sulfates, oxides, hydroxides, basic oxides and mixed oxides, andc) at least one compound from the series consisting of the crystalline alkali metal/alkaline earth metal aluminosilicates, and, if desired,d) at least one 1,3-diketone and/ore) at least one organic or inorganic calcium compound.Polymer compositions of this type are preferably employed for slush mould and crash pad applications.

Abstract: A chlorosulfonated polyethylene polymer composition is disclosed, comprising a chlorosulfonated polyethylene polymer having incorporated therein (a) from 0.1 to 20 parts by weight of a metal salt of an organic acid, (b) from 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of a phenylamine and/or a phenylenediamine, (c) from 1 to 30 parts by weight of an acid acceptor, and (d) from 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of a vulcanizing agent, per 100 parts by weight of the chlorosulfonated polyethylene polymer. The composition provides a vulcanized product excellent in ozone resistance as well as mechanical strength.

Abstract: A polymer composition having a good balance of improved mechanical properties and optical properties such as low haze, which comprisesa) propylene-butene random copolymer,b) at least one additive, andc) a clarifying agent which is calcium montanate, at least one polyolefin wax or combinations thereof.

Abstract: The preparation of a zinc mercaptoacid ester by the reaction of zinc oxide with the mercaptoacid ester in a wax matrix provides an improved heat stabilizer for halogen-containing polymer compositions. The process obviates the necessity of isolating and transporting the normally very viscous zinc mercaptoacid esters. The zinc mercaptoacid ester/wax matrix is also an expedient medium for the preparation and utilization of calcium stearate as a lubricant in the heat stabilizer composition and the stabilized polymer composition containing it. A paraffin wax is the preferred matrix for the preparation and use of the heat stabilizer and lubricant.

Abstract: A composition comprising a halopolymer, such as an ethylene/chlorotrifluoroethylene copolymer, an effective stabilizing amount of an ionomer, and an effective stabilizing amount of a compound such as a phosphite of an organic polyhydric phenol; a thioester; a phosphite; or a hindered phenolic antioxidant. Preferred ionomers are metal salts of ethylene-acrylic acid copolymers, and metal salts of sulfonated polystyrenes. The stabilized halopolymers have improved resistance to thermal degradation and suffer less discoloration when subjected to high melt processing or extrusion molding temperatures.