Abstract: Disclosed is a polyamide moulding compound suitable for producing moulded articles with improved mechanical properties, the moulding compound including A) at least one amorphous or microcrystalline polyamide, with the proviso that a test piece of polyamide A) has a light transmission according to ASTM D 1003 of at least 80% and a melting heat according to ISO 11357 of <25 J/g, B) 20 to 85% by weight of a long fibre with a round cross-section and C) 0 to 10% by weight of at least one additive, components A) to C) adding up to 100% by weight. Also disclosed is a process for producing moulded bar granulates containing the moulding compound.

Abstract: A fiber-reinforced composite material obtained by reinforcing a matrix resin with fibers, wherein the matrix resin contains a thermoplastic resin and a carbon black, the fibers are discontinuous carbon fibers, a part of the discontinuous carbon fibers forms fiber bundles, and the thickness of a thinnest part of the matrix resin which is located between an outermost surface of the composite material and the fibers existing in an inside of the composite material is less than 100 ?m. Further, it is preferred that the thermoplastic resin is a polyamide-based resin, that the discontinuous carbon fibers have a length of from 3 to 100 mm, and that the orientation of the discontinuous carbon fibers is random. Furthermore, it is preferred that the size of the primary particle diameter of the carbon black is within a range of 7 to 75 nm.

Abstract: Thermoplastic molding compositions comprising A) from 10 to 98% by weight of a thermoplastic polyamide, B) from 0.1 to 60% by weight of red phosphorus, C) from 0.5 to 20% by weight of a melamine compound, D) from 1 to 30% by weight of titanium dioxide in the rutile form, E) from 0 to 40% by weight of an impact modifier, and F) from 0 to 60% by weight of further additives, where the sum of the percentages by weight of components A) to F) is 100%.

Abstract: The present invention provides a polyamide resin composition comprising (A) about 100 parts by weight of polyamide resin; (B) about 0.1 to about 50 parts by weight of titanium dioxide; and (C) about 1 to about 20 parts by weight of modified polyolefin, wherein the (C) modified polyolefin is prepared by grafting a monomer that is partially miscible with the polyamide resin into the main chain of the polyolefin.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a crystalline unsaturated polyester resin composition which has improved fluidability upon being mixed with an inorganic filler, a white pigment or the like. A crystalline unsaturated polyester resin composition for an LED reflector according to the present invention is a crystalline unsaturated polyester resin composition comprising at least a crystalline unsaturated polyester resin and an inorganic filler, and is characterized in that the crystalline unsaturated polyester resin comprises a crystalline unsaturated polyester and a copolymerizable monomer and/or a copolymerizable prepolymer and the crystalline unsaturated polyester resin composition contains a white pigment. A preferred embodiment of the crystalline unsaturated polyester resin composition for an LED reflector according to the present invention is characterized in that the crystalline unsaturated polyester resin has a solid state in a temperature range that does not exceed 50° C.

Abstract: A resin composition [composition (C)] comprising: from 40 to 95% by volume (% v) of at least one aromatic polyimide [polymer (PI)], from 0.1 to 15% by volume (% v) of at least one compound having the general formula AnXm [compound (AnXm)], wherein each A is independently selected from a group consisting of a metal atom (M) which is selected from the group consisting of Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Mo, Ag, Cd, Sn, Pt, Au, Hg, Pb and Tl and a semimetal atom (SM) which is selected from the group consisting of As, Sb and Bi; wherein each X is independently selected from a group consisting of As, Sb, S, Se and Te; with the proviso that when A is As or Sb then X is different from A; and wherein n and m equal or different from each other, are independently 1, 2, 3 and 4, from 0.

Abstract: A fluoropolymer composition having a total luminous transmittance (TT) of less than 15%, when measured according to ASTM D1003 on a sample having a thickness of about 50 ?m, said composition comprising: at least one hydrogen-containing fluoropolymer [polymer (A)]; from 5 to 80% by weight of (A) of at least one inorganic pigment [pigment (I)]; and from 1 to 99% by weight of (I) of at least one per(halo)fluoropolymer chosen among tetrafluoroethylene (TFE) copolymers having a dynamic viscosity at a shear rate of 1 rad×sec?1 of less than 100 Pa×sec at a temperature of 280° C. [polymer (B)]. By adding polymer (B) to the composition based on polymer (A) it is advantageously possible to obtain an even dispersion of the pigment (I) so that a composition possessing outstanding opacity and still being processable under the form of films, so as to provide adequate mechanical properties, can be manufactured therefrom.

Abstract: A die release agent composition is provided that is used by being applied to a die used for the squeeze casting, low-pressure casting, or the like of a metal or a die used for die forging. The die release agent composition includes a mineral oil or a synthetic oil, a solid lubricant, a thermosetting resin, and a polymer compound. The die release agent composition is used by being applied to the inner surface of a die for casting or forging.

Abstract: Gradient index optical materials are formed by drop by drop dispensing of nanoparticle/monomer suspensions. Refractive index variations are defined by nanoparticle concentrations that can vary in three dimensions. Droplets of differing compositions can be mixed, and droplets or layers or droplets are partially cross-linked by exposure to ultraviolet radiation prior to dispensing additional droplets. Gradient index optical elements such as lenses, prisms, and waveguides can be formed in flexible polymer layers.

Abstract: Coatings includes about 60 weight percent to about 90 weight percent of one or more fluorinated polymers, about 1 weight percent to about 7 weight percent of one or more erosion resistant fillers about 3 weight percent to about 9 weight percent of one or more anticorrosive pigments, about 1 weight percent to about 4 weight percent of one or more thixotropic agents, and about 1 weight percent to about 4 weight percent of one or more porosity reducing filler materials.

Abstract: A method of producing metal flakes (72?) is provided. The method includes: applying a layer of ionic liquid (70) to a substrate (24); forming a layer of metal (70) on the substrate (24) over the ionic liquid (70); and removing the layer of metal (70) from the substrate (24).

Abstract: A polyamide resin composition comprises (A) about 10 to about 70% by weight of a crystalline polyamide resin, (B) about 10 to about 70% by weight of an amorphous polyamide resin, (C) about 5 to about 30% by weight of an inorganic filler, and (D) about 10 to about 50% by weight of a white pigment. The polyamide resin composition can have good thin-wall moldability, light reflectance, yellowing resistance, impact strength and heat resistance.

Abstract: A mobile telephone housing comprising a polyamide composition having excellent stiffness and low moisture absorption.

Abstract: The invention relates to a polyamide comprising recurring units derived from terephthalic acid and 1,10-decanediamine wherein said polyamide has an intrinsic melt viscosity of below 140.0 Pa·s and to compositions made there from, featuring high reflectivity in the molded part with high retention of whiteness and reflectivity after heat aging. This unique combination of properties makes the compositions according to the invention most suitable for LED applications.

Abstract: An exemplary plastic formulation is disclosed for the production of plastic bottles in a two-stage stretch blow-molding process, and includes at least 60% of HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) having a density of 0.941 g/cm3 to 0.965 g/cm3 and according to ISO 1133 a melt index 190° C./2.16 kg of 0.1 to 0.9 g/10 min. The HDPE contains a mono-modal or multi-modal HDPE having a second melt index 190° C./21.6 kg of 5 g/10 min to 50 g/10 min according to ISO 1133. A method is disclosed for producing a plastic bottle in a two-stage stretch blow-molding process using the plastic formulation.

Abstract: A polyamide moulding composition for the production of a stain-resistant article, the staining tendency (ST) of the article being at most 15. The composition contains 30-100% by weight of a polyamide mixture, consisting of more than 50 and up to 98% by weight of at least one semi-aromatic polyamide comprising 2 to up to 50% by weight of amorphous and/or microcrystalline polyamides having a glass transition temperature of at least 100° C., based on: 20-100 mol % of at least one cycloaliphatic diamine; and 0-80 mol % of at least one other aliphatic and/or aromatic diamine; and also aromatic and/or aliphatic dicarboxylic acids comprising at least 6 carbon atoms. In addition, the composition comprises inorganic white pigments. fibrous or particulate additives, impact toughness modifier and/or polymers different from (A), 0-25% by weight of a flame retardant.

Abstract: What is described is the use of a polyamide moulding composition for the production of a stain-resistant article, the staining tendency (ST) of the article being at least 2. Here, the composition contains 30-100% by weight of a polyamide or a polyamide mixture, consisting of 50-100% by weight of at least one amorphous and/or microcrystalline polyamide having a glass transition temperature of at least 100° C., based on: 20-100 mol % of at least one cycloaliphatic diamine; and 0-80 mol % of at least one other aliphatic and/or aromatic diamine; and also aromatic and/or aliphatic dicarboxylic acids comprising at least 6 carbon atoms, and 0-50% by weight of at least one semi-aromatic polyamide. In addition the moulding composition comprises 0.01-20% by weight of one or several inorganic white pigments.

Abstract: What is described is the use of a polyamide moulding composition for the production of a stain-resistant article, the staining tendency (ST) of the article being at least 2. Here, the composition contains 30-100% by weight of a polyamide or a polyamide mixture, consisting of 50-100% by weight of at least one amorphous and/or microcrystalline polyamide having a glass transition temperature of at least 100° C., based on: 20-100 mol % of at least one cycloaliphatic diamine; and 0-80 mol % of at least one other aliphatic and/or aromatic diamine; and also aromatic and/or aliphatic dicarboxylic acids comprising at least 6 carbon atoms, and 0-50% by weight of at least one semi-aromatic polyamide. In addition, 0-70% by weight of fibrous fillers (B1) and/or particulate fillers (B2), 0-30% by weight of impact toughness modifier and/or polymers different from (A), 0-25% by weight of a flame retardant, and 0-3% by weight of additives may also be contained.

Abstract: The present relates to nylon-5,10 molding compositions comprising A) from 40 to 90% by weight of a nylon-5,10, B) from 10 to 60% by weight of fiber-containing or mineral-containing fillers, C) from 0 to 20% by weight of further additives, where the total of the percentages by weight of components A) to C) is 100%. The present invention moreover relates to a process for the preparation of these molding compositions, to the use of these molding compositions for the production of moldings of any type, and to the resultant moldings, preferably motor vehicle bodywork parts or electronics components of any type, foils, and fibers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to components of mobile electronic devices made of an amorphous polyamide composition characterized by excellent mechanical properties, low moisture uptake, low distortion and very good aesthetical properties. The amorphous polyamide has recurring units derived from the polycondensation of a mixture of monomers of aromatic dicarboxylic acid(s), cycloaliphatic diamine(s) with 6 to 12 carbon atoms, and a third monomer with 10 to 16 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a composition (C1) comprising: at least one (meth)acrylic modified VDF polymer [polymer (A)] comprising recurring units derived from comprising recurring units derived from vinylidene fluoride (VDF) monomer and at least one hydrophilic (meth)acrylic monomer (MA) of formula (I), wherein each of R1, R2, R3, equal or different from each other, is independently a hydrogen atom or a C1-C3 hydrocarbon group, and ROH is a hydrogen or a C1-C5 hydrocarbon moiety comprising at least one hydroxyl group; at least one inorganic UV blocker compound in an amount not exceeding 5% wt, with respect to the weight of polymer (A), to multilayer assemblies comprising one layer made from said composition (C1), to a method for manufacturing said multilayer assemblies and to the use of the same in different field of use, including protection of PV modules.

Abstract: Disclosed is a polyamideimide-based film coating composition free from any restricted substance or a substance which might possibly be a restricted one such as N-methyl pyrrolidone and N-ethyl pyrrolidone and capable of replacing a conventional coating composition using a solvent such as N-methyl pyrrolidone. The polyamideimide-based film coating composition of the present invention is a polyamideimide-based film coating composition comprising a polyamideimide resin and a solvent, the polyamideimide resin being dissolved as a binder in the solvent, wherein the solvent contains ?-butyrolactone and cyclopentanone, and a volume of ?-butyrolactone is 50% by volume or more compared to a total volume of ?-butyrolactone and cyclopentanone.

Abstract: This invention describes a thermoplastic moulding compound, specifically a polyamide moulding compound, consisting of: (A) 20-88% by weight thermoplastic synthetic, preferably polyamide; (B) 10-70% by weight fibre-shaped aggregates; (B1) 10-70% by weight glass fibres that consist primarily of silicon dioxide, aluminium oxide, and magnesium oxide; (B2) 0-20% by weight glass fibres that differ from the fibres in components (B1); (B3) 0-20% by weight additional fibre-shaped aggregates that differ from the fibres in components (B1) and (B2), are not based on glass, and are selected from the following group: carbon fibres, graphite fibres, aramide fibres, nanotubes; (C) 2-40% by weight particulate filler material; (D) 0-2% by weight additives; whereby the sum of (A) through (D) equals 100% weight.

Abstract: One embodiment is a composition comprising water; starch; natural fibrous materials; one or more additives to improve certain properties such as heat transfer, microbial resistance, scavenging activity or shelf life; a mold release agent; flavoring agents; coloring agents; and/or wax emulsions, proteins, or other natural polymeric compounds to adjust the product properties for particular applications.

Abstract: The invention aims to provide a rubber composition for a tire which achieves a balanced improvement in the abrasion resistance under both low and high severity abrasion conditions, low heat build-up properties, and chipping resistance. The invention relates to a rubber composition for a tire, including: a rubber component containing 60% by mass or more of a natural rubber component; and a carbon black having a cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) specific surface area of 140-160 m2/g, a ratio (CTAB/IA) of the cetyltrimethylammonium bromide specific surface area to an iodine adsorption number (IA) of 0.85-1 m2/g, and a ratio (?D50/Dst) of a half width (?D50) of Stokes' diameter distribution of aggregates to a Stokes' diameter (Dst) of aggregates, as determined by a centrifugal sedimentation method, of 0.9-0.99, the natural rubber component containing 20% by mass or more of highly purified natural rubber per 100% by mass of the natural rubber component.

Abstract: An exemplary plastic formulation is disclosed for the production of plastic bottles in a two-stage stretch blow-molding process, and includes at least 60% of HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) having a density of 0.941 g/cm3 to 0.965 g/cm3 and according to ISO 1133 a melt index 190° C./2.16 kg of 0.1 to 0.9 g/10 min. The HDPE contains a mono-modal or multi-modal HDPE having a second melt index 190° C./21.6 kg of 5 g/10 min to 50 g/10 min according to ISO 1133. A method is disclosed for producing a plastic bottle in a two-stage stretch blow-molding process using the plastic formulation.

Abstract: A rubber composition controlling the increase of aging hardness of a studless tire and keeping good performance on snow and ice for long period is provided. A rubber composition for a studless tire including at most 0.5 part by weight of sulfur and 1 to 30 parts by weight of an organic vulcanizing agent satisfying the general formula (1): —(R—Sx)n—??(1) (wherein R is (CH2—CH2—O)m—CH2—CH2, x is an integer of 3 to 6, n is an integer of 10 to 400 and m represents an integer of 2 to 5) based on 100 parts by weight of a rubber component, wherein the content of a natural rubber and/or a polybutadiene rubber is at least 80% by weight in the rubber component, and tan ? peak temperature Tg is at most ?50° C. and rubber hardness at 0° C. is at most 64.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stain- or dye-resistant light colored fibers, textiles and carpets made of a polymer composition (C) comprising at least one semi-aromatic polyamide comprising recurring units resulting from the condensation of terephthalic acid and at least one aliphatic diamine selected from the group consisting of 1,8-octanediamine, 1,9-nonanediamine, 2-methyl-1,8-octanediamine, 1,10-decanediamine, 1,12-dodecanediamine, 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,6-hexanediamine, 2,4,4-trimethyl-1,6-hexanediamine, 5-methyl-1,9-nonanediamine, methylcyclohexanediamine, isophoronediamine and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising a. from 35 to 80 vol % of a thermoplastic polymer; b. from 5 to 45 vol % of a low thermally conductive, electrically insulative filler with an intrinsic thermal conductivity of from 10 to 30 W/mK; c. from 5 to 15 vol % of a high thermally conductive, electrically insulative filler with an intrinsic thermal conductivity greater than or equal to 50 W/mK; and d. from 5 to 15 vol % of a high thermally conductive, electrically conductive filler with an intrinsic thermal conductivity greater than or equal to 50 W/mK, wherein the composition is characterized by: i. a thermal conductivity of at least 1.0 W/mK; and ii. a volume resistivity of at least 107 Ohm.cm. Also disclosed are articles and methods of use therefor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stain- or dye-resistant articles comprising a polymer composition comprising at least one semi-aromatic polyamide comprising recurring units resulting from the condensation of terephthalic acid and at least one aliphatic diamine comprising more than 8 carbon atoms, at least one filler and from 0.1 to 35 wt. % of at least one white pigment, based on the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: Gamma radiation sterilizable, reinforced polymer composition (C) comprising: at least one semi-aromatic polyamide (PA), at least one filler (F) selected from platy fillers, acicular fillers and fibrous fillers, and at least one inorganic pigment (IP) having a Mohs hardness of at most 4.5 and a refractive index of at least 1.70.

Abstract: Method for stabilizing polyvinylpyrrolidones, which comprises treating the polyvinylpyrrolidones with sulfur dioxide, sulfurous acid or alkali metal sulfites and then with free-radical scavenger, and converting the solutions treated in this way into the powdered polyvinylpyrrolidones by drying.

Abstract: Laser marking additives of at least one the core particle selected from the group consisting of copper oxide, chromium oxide, ceramic yellow, cobalt oxide, tungsten oxide, vanadium oxide, titanium oxide, ceramic red, molybdenum oxide, zinc sulfide and any combination thereof, and a coating covering at least part of the core particle comprising at least one oxide of a metal selected from the group consisting of Si, Ti, Ce, Zr, Zn, Al, Ba, Sr, La, Mg, Ca, V, Ta and mixtures thereof. This powder is used with 1064 nm wavelength laser (semiconductor lasers, fiber lasers) to change color in a plastic or polymer substrate to give contrast in laser marking plastics.

Abstract: A canopy sheet material for use over growing plants such as grape or berry or other fruit vines has higher water permeability in a longitudinally extending substantially center lengthwise part (33) than in lengthwise side parts (34). In use rain falling on the canopy runs down the side parts (34) and drains through the center part (33) to approximately the center of each tree or vine which keeps water away from the fruit under the less water permeable side parts (34).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system of adjuvants for concrete comprising a superplasticizer, such as a polyalkoxylated polycarboxylate comb polymer; an accelerator selected from calcium salts; and a rheology extender, which is a polyalkoxylated polyphosphonate. The system of adjuvants is particularly useful for prefabricated concrete, which is used for producing concrete building elements in series such as slabs, walls, beams, frontage panels. Methods for preparing prefabricated concrete using this system of adjuvants are also provided.

Abstract: Rubber compositions excellent in durability are disclosed, as well as a pneumatic tire including a band and/or a breaker edge strip formed from the rubber compositions. A rubber composition for a band topping includes, per 100 parts by mass a rubber component containing not less than 50% by mass of an isoprene-based rubber, predetermined amounts of sulfur, a compound such as resorcinol resins, a compound such as partial condensates of hexamethoxymethylol melamine, silica, and a carbon black having a nitrogen adsorption specific surface area of 38 to 125 m2/g. A rubber composition for a breaker edge strip includes, per 100 parts by mass of a rubber component containing not less than 50% by mass of an isoprene-based rubber, predetermined amounts of sulfur, a compound such as resorcinol resins, a compound such as partial condensates of hexamethoxymethylol melamine, and a cobalt salt of an organic acid.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a polycarbonate composition comprising polycarbonate; a colorant composition that comprises a white colorant in an amount of about 1 to about 15 wt %, based on the total weight of the polycarbonate composition; a fibrous composition; and an acid composition; wherein the weight ratio of the acid composition to the colorant composition is about 0.0001:1 to about 1:1. Disclosed herein too is a method comprising blending a polycarbonate composition that comprises polycarbonate; a colorant composition that comprises a white colorant in an amount of about 1 to about 15 wt %, based on the total weight of the polycarbonate composition; a fibrous composition; and an acid composition; wherein the weight ratio of the acid composition to the colorant composition is about 0.0001:1 to about 1:1.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus and a process for producing pigment-containing, in particular carbon-black-containing, polymer mixtures comprising polycarbonates and optionally elastomers, and/or other components, where the mouldings produced therefrom have, after the shaping process via injection moulding or via extrusion, improved surface properties and improved mechanical properties.

Abstract: A polyamide resin composition according to the present invention comprises (A) crystalline polyamide resin having a glass transition temperature (Tg) of about 50 to about 100° C.; (B) crystalline polyamide resin having a glass transition temperature (Tg) of about 110 to about 160° C.; (C) inorganic filler; (D) white pigment; and (E) light stabilizer, and can have excellent surface gloss, surface reflectance, heat resistance, mechanical strength, moldability, light stability and discoloration resistance.

Abstract: A flame-retardant resin composition comprises a base resin (A), such as a polyester or polycarbonate resin, and an aromatic organophosphorus compound, in particular, aromatic organophosphorus oligomers or polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a plastic comprising zinc sulphide and to its use.

Abstract: The subject matter of the present invention is marked inorganic additives, a method for their production and also their use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clear coat enamel composition comprising: a) at least one film-forming resin with at least two functional groups, b) at least one colorless particulate inorganic material having an average particle size of 1-500 nm before being introduced into the coating composition, c) at least one polysiloxane having at least one functional group, d) at least one colorless particulate inorganic material having an average particle size of 1-10 ?m which is preferably not surface-modified, before being introduced into the coating composition, e) at least one crosslinking agent with at least two functional groups, which are reactive with the functional groups of the film-forming resin (a) and/or with the functional groups of the polysiloxane (c), f) optionally a component based on polyurea, wherein the components (a), (c), (e) and (f) are each different, composite coatings comprising a base coat enamel containing colored pigments and/or effect pigments and a clear coat enamel which is app

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to polymer coating compositions that comprise at least one thermoplastic resin, at least one opacity modifier, at least one gloss modifier, and at least one impact modifier, articles at least partially coated with the polymer coating composition, paintable polymer coated articles and method for making the polymer coated and painted polymer coated articles. These compositions exhibit enhanced paintability (including paintability with water-based paints) and mechanical properties for fabrication (cutting, nailing, routing, etc.), while maintaining acceptable visual appearance, such as, for example, opacity, gloss, surface appearance, and surface roughness.

Abstract: Disclosed are a polycarbonate resin composition comprising, with respect to 100 parts by mass of a composition composed of (A) 60 to 90 parts by mass of an aromatic polycarbonate resin and (B) 40 to 10 parts by mass of a glass filler having a refractive index smaller or larger than a refractive index of the aromatic polycarbonate resin by 0.002 or less, (C) 0.05 to 2.0 parts by mass of a silicone compound having a reactive functional group, (D) 0.03 to 1.0 part by mass of an organic alkali metal salt compound and/or an organic alkaline earth metal salt compound, (E) 0.05 to 7.0 parts by mass of glossy particles, and (F) 0.0001 to 3 parts by mass of a colorant, a polycarbonate resin molded article obtained by molding the composition, and a method for producing the molded article by molding the polycarbonate resin composition.

Abstract: Disclosed is a thermoplastic composition including at least one semi-aromatic polyamide having a glass transition equal to or greater than 100° C. and a melting point of equal to or greater than 280° C.; a thermally conducting filler having a thermal conductivity of at least 5 W/mK, for instance CaF2 powder; and at least one hyperbranched polyesteramide having terminal hydroxy groups; and molded articles made therefrom.

Abstract: Use of thermoplastic molding compositions comprising, as essential components, A) from 29 to 99.95% by weight of a polyester, B) from 0.25 to 3.0% by weight of alkali metal oxoaluminates, or alkali metal salts of cyanic acid, isocyanic acid, thiocyanic acid, or metaboric acid, or a mixture of these, based on 100% by weight of A) and B), and also moreover C) from 0 to 70% by weight of further additives, where the total of the % by weight values for A) to C) is 100%, for producing laser-transparent moldings of any type.

Abstract: A method for reducing the concentration of poly(aryl ether ketone) in an original polymer composition that is exposed to an aggressive chemical environment that is more aggressive against poly(biphenyl ether sulfone) than it is against the poly(aryl ether ketone) while maintaining or exceeding at least one of the original polymer composition's tensile strength, tensile modulus, flexural strength and flexural modulus retention ratio after exposure to the aggressive chemical environment.

Abstract: The invention relates to absorptive, crosslinked polymeric compositions that are based on partly neutralized, monoethylenically unsaturated monomer carrying acid groups wherein the absorptive, crosslinked polymeric composition further includes an antioxidant and is color stable.

Abstract: An insulation compound for a medium-voltage power cable, comprising a polymer comprising ethylene and one or more C3-C8 alpha olefins; and one or more metal sulfides.