Abstract: Improved asbestos-free fiber reinforced material for use in the manufacture of gaskets, and the like, comprises (a) an elastomeric binder material and (b) a blend of fibrillated, organic, synthetic polymer, organic synthetic polymer staple and organic synthetic, soluble polymer particles so as to enhance the strength of the gaskets, shock mountings, timing belts, sealants, and the like, made from such materials.

Abstract: Vulcanizable elastomeric roof sheet materials for roofing having improved burn resistivity and prepared from a polymeric composition of matter comprise at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of polyolefins prepared from monomers containing at least two carbon atoms and mixtures thereof, the polymer having a crystallinity of up to about 2 percent by weight; about 20 to 125 parts by weight of one or more non-black mineral fillers per 100 parts of the polymer, about 50 to 110 parts by weight of one or more black-type fillers per 100 parts of the polymer; and from about 50 to 70 parts by weight of a processing material or softener per 100 parts of the polymer.

Abstract: A thermoplastic elastomer composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a vinyl chloride resin, from 20 to 300 parts by weight of a nitrile rubber, from 25 to 200 parts by weight of a plasticizer, from 10 to 200 parts by weight of a filler and a curing agent for the rubber, and being meltable by a roll set at a temperature of 190.degree. C.

Abstract: Adhesives and sealants, based on polyurethane reactants, are provided. The one-component frozen premix material of the invention comprises: (a) up to about 60 vol % of at least one filler; (b) about 0.5 to 5 wt % of a thixotrope comprising hydrophobic fumed silica; and (c) the balance a urethane matrix. The urethane matrix comprises at least one polyol that includes at least one carbon-carbon double bond in its backbone and has less than 20 wt % of ether and ester moieties, at least one aliphatic polyisocyanate in stoichiometric amount relative to the polyol, and about 0.01 to 0.1 wt % of an organo-metallic catalyst. The urethanes of the invention can be stored as one-component, frozen, premix materials for a minimum of three months, and, when thawed, can be applied with a spatula or trowel to form non-sag fillets. The cured elastomers are free of voids, tears, or bubbles.

Abstract: An ABS adhesive for joining ABS articles, such as pipes, comprises: (a) about 10 to 35 wt % ABS resin; and (b) about 40 to 60 wt % dibasic esters and, optionally, at least one solvent selected from the group consisting of 0 to about 30 wt % methyl ethyl ketone and 0 to about 10 wt % acetone. The VOC level of the ABS adhesive composition of the invention is at or below the allowed maximum value of 350 g/1. The lap shear strength ranges from about 400 to 700 psi, which is deemed adequate for most non-pressure applications, such as drain, waste, and vent uses, and pool and spa applications.

Abstract: A water-based treating liquid for a rubber-reinforcing glass fiber cord, which contains as a solid component a composition consisting essentially of;(1) a rubber latex(2) an alkylated chlorosulfonated polyethylene latex, and(3) a water-soluble resorcinol-formaldehyde condensate,wherein, based on the total amount of the components (1) and (2), the amount of the component (2) is 10 to 70% by weight and the amount of the component (3) is 5 to 20% by weight;a glass fiber cord for reinforcement of a rubber, which contains the above composition as a coating component; anda rubber product reinforced with the above glass fiber cord, the rubber product being excellent in fatigue resistance under heat and a flexing force.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a bubble-containing ethylene/.alpha.-olefin rubber excellent in kneadability, characterized in that the ethylene/.alpha.-olefin rubber prepared by copolymerization of 50-95 mol % of ethylene, 5-50 mol % of .alpha.-olefin having at least 3 carbon atoms and 0-10 mol % of non-conjugated polyene contains 5-1000 parts by volume, based on 100 parts by volume of said rubber, of bubbles and has a water absorption volume as measured in accordance with ASTM D 1506 of less than 20% by volume of the total bubble volume.

Abstract: A thermoplastic elastomer composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a vinyl chloride resin, from 20 to 300 parts by weight of a nitrile rubber, from 25 to 200 parts by weight of a plasticizer, from 10 to 200 parts by weight of a filler and a curing agent for the rubber, and being meltable by a roll set at a temperature of 190.degree. C.

Abstract: Novel thickening agents, useful for thickening non-aqueous solvent-containing compositions, are provided. The thickening agents are the reaction product of a polyol containing at least two hydroxyl groups; a polyisocyanate containing at least two isocyanato groups; and an active hydrogen compound. A method of thickening non-aqueous systems by admixing with the novel thickening agents is also provided.

Abstract: It has been found that monovinylidene aromatic/conjugated diene/ethylenically unsaturated acid copolymer compositions are provided with good combinations of physical properties when a sulfoalkyl monomer is employed in minor amounts in such polymer in place of emulsifying additive(s). In particular, the combinations of wet and dry pick resistance have been shown to be maintained or improved when paper coating formulations are prepared from latex polymer compositions according to this invention. Sulfoalkyl (meth)acrylate salts and 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane sulfonic acid salts are shown to be suitable sulfoalkyl monomers for this purpose.

Abstract: The water-swellable adhesive water stop of the invention is advantageous in respect of the improved workability and high water-stopping power as a consequence of the unique formulation of the rubber composition from which the water stop is prepared by shaping and vulcanization. The rubber composition comprises: (A) a butyl rubber; (B) a highly water-absorptive resin; (C) an inorganic water-absorbent; (D) a tackifier; (E) a plasticizer; (F) a vulcanizing agent; and, optionally, (G) a basic filler each in a limited amount relative to the component (A). The water stop is further characterized by a tensile strength in the range from 1 to 30 kgf/cm.sup.2, 100% elastic modulus in the range from 1 to 4 kgf/cm.sup.2, ultimate elongation at break of at least 300% and degree of swelling in water in the range from 150 to 500% by weight after immersion in water for 21 days at 23.degree. C.

Abstract: Improved asbestos-free fiber reinforced material for use in the manufacture of gaskets, and the like, comprises (a) an elastomeric binder material and (b) microdenier acrylic fibers with a small diameter of up to about 12 microns, and a minimum aspect ratio in the 20-50 range so as to enhance the flexibility and the strength of the gaskets, shock mountings, timing belts, sealants, and the like, made from such materials.

Abstract: A thermoplastic elastomer composition superior in moldability and appearance, little in anisotropy of mechanical properties, especially, tensile strength and retaining low temperature impact strength, is obtained by previously melt-kneading an intermediate composition comprising (a) 100 parts by weight of a selectively hydrogenated block copolymer which has at least two mono-alkenyl or mono-alkenylidene aromatic hydrocarbon polymer blocks A having a number-average molecular weight of 25,000-35,000 and at least one partially or completely hydrogenated aliphatic conjugated diene hydrocarbon polymer block B having a number-average molecular weight of 100,000-150,000, (b) 50-150 parts by weight of an extender oil and (c) 0-50 parts by weight of polypropylene I, then adding, to the kneaded intermediate composition, (d) polypropylene II containing at least 35% by weight of a propylene-ethylene block copolymer having a melt flow rate of 10-30 g/10 min.

Abstract: A heat seamable sheet material for roofing prepared from an uncured polymeric composition of matter which comprises 100 parts by weight of a polymer blend comprising from about 50 to 90 parts by weight of polyolefins having up to about 2 percent by weight crystallinity, which polyolefins are prepared from monomers having at least 2 carbon atoms, and mixtures thereof and from about 10 to 50 parts by weight of a highly crystalline thermoplasticity promoter selected from the group consisting of polymeric olefins prepared from monomers consisting of at least two carbon atoms; from about 50 to 250 parts by weight of a filler selected from the group consisting of reinforcing and non-reinforcing materials and mixtures thereof per 100 parts of the polymer blend; and from about 20 to 150 parts by weight of a processing material and mixtures thereof, per 100 parts of the polymer blend.

Abstract: The invention concerns a homogenous, in particular multicolored plastic sheet or panel, based on ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) as binder with a filler content of 30 to 80 wt. % and a process for producing it. In other embodiments the binder contains, in addition to the 70 to 85 wt. % of EVA, polypropylenes to improve the processability (tendency to adhere), EPDM to improve the flexibility, and polyethylenes to reduce the tendency to soiling. In the process described, several additives, each consisting of a binder containing at least some ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, up to 80 wt. % of fillers and up to 5 wt. % of pigments, are mixed, plasticized and granulated or comminuted to form granules or chips of assorted colours which are mixed and, possibly after other processing operations, pressed to form the plastic web or plates.

Abstract: A fire-retardant thermoplastic compound that can be used as compounded or further enhanced through chemical cross linkage. The compound is manufactured from a composition of a copolymer or terpolymer with a carboxylic acid comonomer and optionally a low modulus polymer and a synthetic hydrocarbon elastomer with or without a graft of ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid or anhydride. A fire retardant additive comprising a group I, group II or group III metal oxide hydrate with the proviso that at least 1% by weight of the composition is in the form of an organopolysiloxane. The compound may be used for sheet or wire extrusion and action for injection or compression molding.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding composition was composed ofA: 20-90% by weight of a thermoplastic polyurethane,B: 1-40% by weight of an elastomeric graft copolymer formed fromb.sub.1 : 50-90% by weight of a grafting base comprising an elastomeric polymer which has a glass transition temperature of below -20.degree. C. and is based on butadiene or a C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 -acrylate and, if desired, a crosslinking agent andb.sub.2 : 10-50% by weight of a graft superstratum formed from styrene and acrylonitrile in the ratio of from 85:15 to 60:40 or styrene or methyl methacrylate, andC: 5-75% by weight of a copolymer formed fromc.sub.1 : 55-90% by weight of .alpha.-methylstyrene andc.sub.2 : 10-45% by weight of acrylonitrile or methacrylonitrile or a mixture thereof, andD: up to 50% by weight of a reinforcing filler.

Abstract: Disclosed in this invention is a thermoplastic resin composition comprising a thermoplastic resin, a conductive inorganic filler and/or a non-conductive inorganic filler, and an adduct of an ethylene oxide with a saponified product of a copolymer of ethylene and a vinyl ester of a saturated carboxylic acid. The adduct of an alkylene oxide with a saponified product of a copolymer of ethylene and a vinyl ester of a carboxylic acid is an additive having excellent compatibility with the thermoplastic resin and useful for improving dispersibility of the inorganic filler.

Abstract: Thoughened thermoplastic compositions are described having a good balance of mechanical, thermal and process properties, comprising:at least a polyphenylene ether,at least a polyamide,an elastomeric copolymer containing a vinyl aromatic polymer grafted on an olefinic elastomer, andan organic diisocyanate.

Abstract: A process for preparing free flowing pellets of thermosetting resin. The process includes the steps of polymerizing in the presence of a polymerization solvent the A forming component of a peroxide curable, tacky, cold flowing block copolymer AB, to form an active block; end capping the active block with a polyisocyanate compound; forming a solution of a non-cold flowing rubber; charging the solution simultaneously with the addition of the B forming component of the block copolymer AB with heat to form a thermosetting resin; removing the polymerization solvent; forming pellets of the resin, free from cold flow; subjecting the pellets to a surface treatment whereby a coating is provided to remove tack; and thereafter separating the pellets to yield a free flowing thermosetting resin comprising from about 55 to 95 parts by weight of the tacky, cold flowing block copolymer and from about 5 to 45 parts by weight of the non-cold flowing rubber and which upon cure has a flexural modulus of from about 1.

Abstract: Heat curable adhesives, based on polybutadiene containing hydroxyl groups, which have a content of (a) polybutadiene having a number average molecular weight of from about 1000 to 3500 and OH values in the range from about 20 to 100; (b) blocked multi-isocyanates, (c) sulfur and (d) conventional vulcanization accelerators, an which may also contain conventional, especially mineral, fillers, pigments and/or auxiliaries, show good elasticity behavior and high tensile shear strength after curing and have a relatively low viscosity favorable for processing before curing.

Abstract: Rubber compositions are disclosed for integral attachment of polymeric and metallic materials. Improved bondability is attributed to the use of a selected base rubber blended with a selected class of inorganic or organic fillers, silane compounds and vulcanizing agents such that the finished composition is provided with a specified range of Mooney viscosities. Also disclosed is a method of hose-metal fitting connection by the application of the composition. Gas- and oil-impermeability characteristics are greatly enhanced.

Abstract: The modified polypropylene resin composition of the present invention comprises a blend ofa resin composition composed of polypropylene type resin (C) selected from the group consisting of a modified polypropylene (A) obtained by graft copolymerizing an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof and an unsaturated aromatic monomer onto a polypropylene, and modified polypropylene (A)/polypropylene (B) composition, anda saturated polyester resin (D),an epoxy group containing copolymer (E), anda basic compound (F) optionally added as a reaction accelerator.The modified polypropylene resin composition according to the present invention is not only good in molding processability but also markedly effective in that it can give molded products much superior in physical properties to those obtained from individual polymers constituting the thermoplastic resin composition.

Abstract: A styrene-butadiene composition containing about 0.1 to 10 weight % of a monoester of maleic acid or fumaric acid provides improved bonding strength. In addition, small amounts of a functional monomer can also be included.

Abstract: A non-toxic rubber-based composition for use in manufacturing toys which contains styrene butadiene rubber, naphthene oil, ester gum, calcium carbonate and a coloring agent, and a method for making same.

Abstract: A polypropylene resin composition comprising:(A) 50 to 90% by weight of a crystalline ethylene-propylene block copolymer;(B) 5 to 20% by weight of a hydrogenated block copolymer composed of both end blocks of an aromatic vinyl compound and an intermediate block of a conjugated diene polymer;(C) 0 to 15% by weight of an amorphous ethylene-propylene copolymer;(D) 0 to 5% by weight of a high density polyethylene having a melt flow index of 1 to 10; and(E) 5 to 30% by weight of a particulate or flaky inorganic filler having an average particle diameter of 3 .mu.m or less, wherein the blending ratio (B)/(C) (by weight) of the hydrogenated block copolymer component (B) to the amorphous ethylene-propylene copolymer component (C) is 100/0 to 20/80.

Abstract: A tire tread rubber composition including a diene rubber and at least one of silica and carbon black, the composition being characterized in that the amount of extract (E) defined below satisfies the equation (1) and that a hard filler 0.01 to 5 mm in mean particle size and at least 100kg/mm.sup.2 in Knoop hardness is used in an amount of 3 to 80 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the component rubber of the composition subjected to extraction with acetone/chloroform after the vulcanization of the composition, wherein said equation isE<0.4 (A-38)(1)wherein E and A are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: A composition suitable for use in producing tire treads, is provided. The composition comprises a halogen-containing copolymer of a C.sub.4 to C.sub.7 isomonoolefin and a para-alkylstyrene; a rubber, such as, styrene-butadiene rubber, carbon black, and a plasticizer oil. Tires comprising treads made of the composition are also provided.

Abstract: A polymer concentrate contains 15-80% by weight of a liquid, pasty or waxy additive, 5-50% by weight of a particulate solid and at least 5% by weight of a polymer. The particulate solid is finely divided and typically has a particle size in the micrometer range. The concentrate is prepared by adding the additive to the particulate solid while mixing using a solids mixing device, adding the polymer while continuing to mix, preferably at the same speed, subjecting the mixture to an elevated temperature to melt the polymer, cooling and grinding the cooled mixture.

Abstract: There is disclosed a process for preparing an organic polymer composition which includes an inorganic filler, which comprises: (i) treating an inorganic filler by adding to a particulate white inorganic material a natural or synthetic latex composition which comprises a suspension of polymer particles in water wherein the latex solids are selected from the group consisting of acrylic copolymers and vinyl acetate copolymers, and dewatering and drying the resultant mixture, the amount of the natural or synthetic latex composition added being such as to provide from 1% to 10% by weight of latex solids based on the weight of dry inorganic material; and (ii) combining the treated inorganic filler with an organic polymer. Also disclosed is an organic polymeric composition comprising an organic polymer and an inorganic filler.

Abstract: Cast ceiling tile requires a particular rheology of its wet formulation for the dried tile to have a desired aesthetic appearance. The use of a latex binder rather than starch for cast ceiling tiles imparts the necessary rheological properties to the wet ceiling tile formulation. The tile is prepared by blending mineral wool with a premixture of water, latex, and filler, said premixture having a sharp yield point when measured with a recording Brookfield Viscometer. The latex is an alkali-swellable latex comprising (i) a C.sub.3 -C.sub.8 .alpha.,.beta.

Abstract: The description is given of a composition, which can be added to the bituminous binder during the preparation of the bituminous conglomerate used for paving roads, for giving the conglomerate high mechanical characteristics and resistance to high and low temperatures.

Abstract: A composite sheet material especially suited as a roofing material is disclosed. The sheet is a composite of extruded top and bottom layers. The top layer is formed by extrusion of a mixture of cured rubber particles dispersed in a matrix of polypropylene. The bottom layer is formed by coextrusion with the top layer of a mixture of calcium carbonate and cured rubber particles dispersed in a matrix of polypropylene. The method of fabricating the composite sheet material includes trimming longitudinal edges of the material with powered circular blades as it moves between chill rollers and a pull roller assembly. The material is spooled with minimum winding tension so as to prevent tension forces from being set in the material.

Abstract: There is disclosed a thermoplastic resin composition comprising a blend of100 parts by weight of a resin composition composed of 1 to 99% by weight of a polypropylene type resin (C) selected from the group consisting of a modified polypropylene (A) obtained by graft copolymerizing an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof and an unsaturated aromatic monomer onto polypropylene, and a composition composed of the modified polypropylene (A) and a polypropylene (B), and 99 to 1% by weight of at least one saturated polyester resin (D),0.1 to 300 parts by weight of an epoxy group containing copolymer (E),0.

Abstract: A water based coating composition for unvulcanized rubber articles that comprises (1) a polymeric antidegradant latex, (2) an additional emulsifier, (3) a thickening agent, and (4) a filler/mold release/lubricating agent. The water based coating composition is placed on an uncured rubber article prior to vulcanization and results in improved molding of the rubber article and provides a final rubber vulcanizate that possesses superior antidegradative properties.

Abstract: An eraser comprises a styrene thermoplastic elastomer as a matrix with a hydrocarbon resin and a polyolefin included therein. The styrene thermoplastic elastomer is selected from the group which consists of styrene-butadiene copolymers, styrene-isoprene copolymers, styrene-ethylene-butylene copolymers and styrene-ethylene-propylene copolymers, and the hydrocarbon is a terpene resin or hydrogenated terpene resin, and the polyolefin is polyethylene or polypropylene.

Abstract: A halogen-free filled elastomer blend composition, containing at least two elastomers from the group: elastomeric ethylene-propylene copolymers and terpolymers, polyamide elastomers, elastomeric polyesters, isobutylene polymers, polyurethane elastomers, acrylic elastomers, natural rubber, polybutadiene and polyisoprene, as minor components, and a flame-retardant halogen-free inorganic filler as the major component.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for forming opaque, abrasion-removable masks on substrates. The compositions, which include a texture modifying amount of solid or hollow microspheres, have enabled depression or embossing of the surface of the printed substrates to be obscured so that they cannot be seen by the naked eye. The compositions can be based on plastisols, pigmented polymer solution, or pigmented aqueous emulsions. The invention further provides substrates, for example lottery tickets, having abrasion-removable masks formed from compositions of the invention.

Abstract: A rubber composition having improved weather resistance, thermal resistance, resistance to crack growth and wear resistance comprises not less than 20 parts by weight of a rubber compound mainly of ethylene, propylene and diene and satisfying all of particular requirements. Further, the rubber composition is applied to a tread and/or a sidewall of a pneumatic tire for improving a tire appearance.

Abstract: A non-toxic rubber-based composition for use in manufacturing toys which contains styrene butadiene rubber, naphthene oil, ester gum, calcium carbonate and a coloring agent, and a method for making same.

Abstract: The present invention is based upon the discovery that a styrene-butadiene composition contatining about 0.1 to 10 weight % of a monoester of maleic acid or fumaric acid provides improved bonding strength. In addition, small amounts of a functional monomer can also be included.

Abstract: A foamable, gelable and heat-vulcanizable composition for the manufacture of latex foam having, e.g., the following properties:(a) the indentation hardness must be sufficiently high;(b) the pore structure is to be uniformly fine for an adequate layer thickness,comprises a mixture of a rubber latex and a filler/rubber powder, a vulcanizing agent and conventional additives.The latex foams according to the invention are excellently suited as vibration damping materials, the mass to volume ratio and correspondingly the hardness being adjustable depending on the intended use to a high or low value.

Abstract: Cast ceiling tile requires a particular rheology of its wet formulation for the dried tile to have a desired aesthetic appearance. The use of a latex binder rather than starch for cast ceiling tiles imparts the necessary rheological properties to the wet ceiling tile formulation. The tile is prepared by blending mineral wool with a premixture of water, latex, and filler, said premixture having a sharp yield point when measured with a recording Brookfield Viscometer. The latex is an alkali-swellable latex comprising (i) a C.sub.3 -C.sub.8 .alpha.,.beta.

Abstract: Chlorine-containing polymer containing (a) at least one compound of the formula I ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkyl, phenyl or phenyl which is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl or halogen, n is 1 or 2 and, if n is 1, R is C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkyl which is substituted by --OH or --SH, C.sub.2 -C.sub.20 -alkyl which is interrupted by ##STR2## phenyl, phenyl which is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, benzyl, benzyl which is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkyl or --NR.sup.2 R.sup.3 in which R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are identical or different and are as defined for R.sup.1, and, if n is 2, R is a direct bond, C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 -alkylene, C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 -alkylene which is substituted by phenyl, benzyl, --OH, C.sub.1 14 C.sub.4 -alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -acyloxy, phenylsulfonyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkylsulfonyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 -alkylene which is interrupted by ##STR3## in which R.sup.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions of matter useful as gasketing materials as well as flexible boots and seals which are soft, have low compression set and high tensile. The compositions comprise a polyolefin resin and at least two different rubbers, one of which is vulcanized to a fully cured state by a cure system which leaves the other rubber(s) unvulcanized. The preferred embodiment comprises a blend of polypropylene and ethylene vinylacetate as the polyolefin resin component, EPDM as the uncured rubber component and a ZnO cured halogenated butyl rubber. In another embodiment of the invention, the resin is excluded and the uncured rubber is a high crystallinity EPDM.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for the preparation of polymer modified asphalt compositions.

Abstract: Blends of crystalline and amorphous polymers are utilized to form uncured thermoplastic elastomer compositions which have good properties such as processability, tensile strength, tear strength, good weatherability, good friction, and especially low deformation at high temperatures as about 180.degree. F. The thermoplastic elastomer composition contains amorphous ethylene-propylene type rubber, crystalline ethylene-propylene type rubber, and crystalline olefins such as polyethylene. The crystalline polymers generally impart the necessary thermoplasticity for melt processing, and the like.

Abstract: A primer composition usable for steel sheets and plastic sheets in vehicle bodies consists essentially of a component (A) consisting essentially of at least one resin having a glass transition temperature of not higher than -20.degree. C., preferably not lower than -75.degree. C., and an elongation at break of not less than 400%, preferably not greater than 900%, at 20.degree. C. and a component (B) consisting essentially of at least one crosslinking resin, the weight ratio as solid content of (A) to (B) being 70-99:30-1.

Abstract: Chlorothio-sulfonamide modified rubbery terpolymers, such as chlorothio-sulfonamide modified EPDM rubbers, have utility in a variety of applications. For example, such modified rubbers can be utilized in the sidewalls of pneumatic tires. Such modified rubbers are prepared by reacting a terpolymer of ethylene, an .alpha.-olefin containing from 3 to 6 carbon atoms, and a non-conjugated diene containing from 6 to 12 carbon atoms with a N-chlorothio-sulfonamide. The present invention is based upon the unexpected finding that the rate of this reaction can be greatly accelerated by conducting it in the presence of a saturated aliphatic carboxylic acid containing from 6 to 30 carbon atoms, such as stearic acid. The present invention accordingly discloses in a method of preparing a N-chlorothio-sulfonamide modified terpolymer by reacting a terpolymer of ethylene, an .alpha.

Abstract: A primer composition usable for steel sheets and plastic sheets in vehicle bodies consists essentially of a component (A) consisting essentially of at least one resin having a glass transition temperature of not higher than -20.degree. C., preferably not lower than -75.degree. C., and an elongation at break of not less than 400%, preferably not greater than 900%, at 20.degree. C. and a component (B) consisting essentially of at least one crosslinking resin, the weight ratio as solid content of (A) to (B) being 70-99:30-1.