Abstract: The present invention discloses a stabilized composition comprising a) an synthetic polymer subject to oxidative, thermal or light-induced degradation, b) a filler, c) a monomeric or polymeric dispersing or solvating agent free of nitrogen atoms having amphiphilic properties, d) a monomeric or polymeric dispersing or solvating agent having amphiphilic properties containing an amido group or an ethoxylated amino group, and e) a stabilizer. The mixture of components (c), (d) and (e) show a surprising synergistic effect in stabilizing a synthetic polymer which contains a filler.

Abstract: A composition is described, comprising: a polymer component comprising, based on the total weight of the polymer component, 25 to 93 weight percent of a polycarbonate, 1 to 25 weight percent of a poly(vinyl acetate), 5 to 35 weight percent of a poly(monovinyl aryl-co-(meth)acrylonitrile) flow modifier, and 1 to 20 to weight percent of a poly(monovinyl aryl-co-maleic) compatibilizer; and an optional filler component, in an amount of 0 to 150 parts by weight of the polymer component.

Abstract: This invention relates to phenolic resin compositions containing less than 5 percent by weight of wholly inorganic expansible clay particles well dispersed therein, methods for making the same, and articles incorporating the same. The wholly inorganic clay particles are added to a phenolic resin liquid, where the clay form as added can range between a powder and a dilute aqueous dispersion. The resulting phenolic resin and clay compositions have improved physical properties and increased adhesion to other materials.

Abstract: This invention relates to an aqueous based process for the preparation of intercalated and/or exfoliated natural or synthetic clays using block copolymers in latex form containing at least one non-polar block and one or more cationic blocks, wherein the block copolymers are prepared by an emulsion controlled free radical polymerization method.

Abstract: This invention relates to a room temperature curable composition containing, inter alia, diorganopolysiloxane(s) and organic nanoclay(s), the cured composition exhibiting low permeability to gas(es).

Abstract: A sulfonated aliphatic-aromatic copolyetherester that comprises the polymerization product of 80.0 to 20.0 mole percent of an aromatic dicarboxylic acid or an ester thereof based on the total moles of dicarboxylic acid or ester thereof, 20.0 to 80.0 mole percent of an aliphatic dicarboxylic acid or an ester thereof based on the total moles of dicarboxylic acid or ester thereof, 0.1 to 10.0 mole percent of a sulfonate component, 99.9 to 91.0 mole percent of a first glycol selected from the group consisting of ethylene glycol, 1,3-propanediol and 1,4-butanediol based on the total moles of glycol, 0.1 to 4.0 mole percent of a poly(alkylene ether) glycol based on the total moles of glycol, 0 to 5.0 mole percent of an other glycol based on the total moles of glycol, and 0 to 5.0 mole percent of a polyfunctional branching agent.

Abstract: The invention provides a kind of prepolymer with 4-(N-maleimide phenyl)Ether (MPGE) epoxy resin and 4,4?-diphenylmethane-amino-di-malays polyimide (BMI) as reactants, with free radical initiator leading to reaction in solvents, and adding inhibitor after reaction, with the mole ratio of 0.05-0.5 for BMI and MPGE; the initiator usage is 0.01%-0.15% of mole total for reactant monomers; the solvent usage is 50%-70% of the total weight of the reactants; the inhibitor usage is half to double of mole amount of the initiator used. This kind of prepolymer can be used to produce high-performance thermosetting resin composition corresponding to the packaging requirements for electronic components and Integrated Circuits (IC).

Abstract: The invention provides methods of producing composite polymers by combining fillers with polymers in the presence of pre-formed high molecular weight polymer. Monomer polymerization can be initiated through the addition of initiators or by reactive chemical groups on the surface of the fibers. The composite materials formed possess superior mechanical properties compared to similar polymer composites made by either purely mechanical mixing or solely polymerization of monomers in the presence of the fillers.

Abstract: A nanocomposite is made from melt-mixing of polyethylene with organoclay in the presence of a maleated polypropylene. Unexpectedly, the maleated polypropylene and polyethylene are sufficiently compatible to permit excellent dispersion of the organoclay in the nanocomposite. Because maleated polypropylene is compliant with U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations, though maleated polyethylene is not, one can use nanocomposites of the present invention for articles to be in contact with human food.

Abstract: A method for making a polymeric blast media, and a product of this method. The first step involves blending a melamine compound with a cellulosic material and compression molding said first blend to produce a compression molded first blend. This first blend is then cooled and then ground. In the next step of this method, a urea compound is blended with a nano-clay material to produce a second blend and compression molded. This compression molded second blend is then ground to produce a particulate second blend. The particulate first blend is then blended with the particulate second blend. A blast media product of this method is also disclosed.

Abstract: Using chelated organic titanate catalysts in the preparation of polyester/sepiolite-type clay nanocomposites by in situ polymerization results in a polymer whose moldings exhibit higher tensile modulus than when open-site organic titanate catalysts are used.

Abstract: Specific polymer blends of polylactic acid (PLA) and polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) and poly-(butylenes adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT) as a fatty acid quaternary ammonium modified clay. The blends are particularly useful for barrier packaging.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the provision of premixed aqueous compositions which are used to provide a paint composition of varying finish characteristics at the point of sale. Thus, the merchant distributing the paint composition made from the subject premixed compositions need only maintain inventory of four compositions. The particular compositions which are the subject of the invention exhibit stable characteristics during storage in their respective reservoirs. The compositions include a pigment composition, a dispersant thickening agent, a high resin content binder, and a low resin content binder. The compositions are combined in differing amounts to produce paint compositions being suitable for either interior or exterior use and having differing sheens, quality levels, and color bases.

Abstract: A resin composition comprising melt blending a polyamide resin such as nylon MXD6 with a polyphenoxy resin. The polyamide resin and the polyphenoxy resin may be combined prior to or after melting and can be sandwiched between two PET layers in a perform mold to form an article capable of blow molding to form a container with improved delamination resistance. Also, intercalated layered materials are prepared by co-intercalation of an onium ion, an aromatic polyamide oligomer or polymer, e.g., nylon MXD6, and a polyphenoxy oligomer or polymer between the planar layers of a swellable layered material, such as a phyllosilicate, preferably a smectite clay. The co-intercalated layered materials are combined with the aromatic polyamide and polyphenoxy resin to form a nanocomposite composition for sandwiching between PET layers to form containers having improved delamination resistance.

Abstract: A resin composition including an ultraviolet curing resin and ultraviolet-transmitting spherical filler particles having a diameter of 100 ?m to 600 ?m is provided.

Abstract: A thermoplastic composition is disclosed comprising a continuous phase of at least one thermoplastic polymer; and a non-polymeric precursor polymerizable to provide a polymerized reinforcing phase dispersed within the thermoplastic polymer. The precursor is polymerized after dispersion into the continuous phase of thermoplastic polymer. The flexural modulus of the thermoplastic polymer is thereby increased. Methods of making and using the composition are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process for making a solid component out of recycled paint sludge is provided. The process can include providing a paint sludge and providing a second material. Thereafter, the paint sludge and the second material are mixed to produce a paint sludge-second material mixture. The paint sludge-second material mixture is processed in order to produce a polymer containing precursor. The processing can include granulating or densifying the paint sludge-second material mixture. After the precursor has been produced, it can be placed within a molding machine and a solid component is molded. The molding machine can be an injection molding machine, an extrusion molding machine or a blow molding machine.

Abstract: The present invention provides a clay film and a member thereof, having low moisture permeability and gas permeability, having mechanical strength enabling use as a self-supporting film, having high flexibility and high heat resistance, being an electrical insulator and having low thermal conductivity; a clay film comprising clay alone, clay and a small amount of a reinforcing material, or clay, a small amount of an additive and a small amount of a reinforcing material and subjected to surface treatment; a clay film comprising clay and a small amount of a reinforcing material, or clay, a small amount of an additive and a small amount of a fibrous reinforcing material, and having gas impermeability; a multilayer film comprising a fabric and clay and having a composite multilayer structure comprising a clay layer and a fabric; and, an adhesive clay film having clay for a main component thereof and a single layer or multilayer structure in which an adhesive layer is preset on the clay film.

Abstract: A flexible polymeric laminate comprising a first layer including a thermoplastic resin having a nanoclay dispersed therein, and a second layer including a thermoplastic resin having a filler dispersed therein, where said filler includes less than 1% by weight nanoclay.

Abstract: A method of forming a compatibilized blend of a polymeric material and one or more additives and/or fillers is disclosed. The method includes blending the polymeric material and or more additives and/or fillers with an exfoliated clay.

Abstract: The invention provides for processes for preparing a nanocomposite compositions including the steps of: contacting a multifunctional intercalant including a cationic moiety separated from an anionic moiety by at least 1 carbon, with a clay at a temperature and for a period of time sufficient to produce an at least partially intercalated clay; and contacting the at least partially intercalated clay with a functionalized interpolymer including one or more functional groups, at a temperature, and for a period of time sufficient to produce the nanocomposite compositions. Cured nanocomposite compositions, and articles including such nanocomposite compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nano-composite comprising a clay and a cationic mediator comprised of a hydrophobic unit and a cationic unit. The clay is exfoliated or intercalated by the cationic mediator. The present invention further provides a polymer formulation comprising the nano-composite. The nano-composite is practically useful in formulating compositions such as rubber and tire products with improved and well-balanced properties including gas permeability, cure properties, and/or mechanical properties etc.

Abstract: A process for reducing the level of residual catalyst comprising one or more alkylhalide, alkoxyhalide, metal halide, metal oxyhalide, alkyl metal, alkoxy metal, boron compound and coordinated metal compound wherein the metal is a Group III, Group IV, Group V, Group VI and/or Group VIII metal, from a crude organic product (e.g., polyolefins, alkylated aromatic compounds, alkylated amines, etc.) comprising the residual catalyst is provided, the process comprising contacting the crude organic product with a solid adsorbent in an adsorbent system.

Abstract: A tire including at least one structural element includes a crosslinked elastomeric material obtained by crosslinking a crosslinkable elastomeric composition including: (a) 100 phr of at least one elastomeric polymer; (b) 0.1 phr to 15 phr, preferably 0.3 phr to 10 phr, of at least one methylene donor compound: c) 0.4 phr to 20 phr, preferably 0.8 phr to 15 phr of at least one methylene acceptor compound; (d) 1 phr to 50 phr, preferably 2 phr to 40 phr, more preferably 4 phr to 30 phr, of at least one layered material, the at least one layered material having an individual layer thickness of 0.2 nm to 30 nm, preferably 0.3 nm to 15 nm, more preferably 0.

Abstract: Thermoplastic polyurethanes having an alternating sequence of hard and soft segments in which a nanostructured polyhedral oligosilsesquioxane diol is used as a chain extender to form a crystalline hard segment constituting SMPs. The polyurethanes are formed by reacting a polyol, a chain extender dihydroxyl-terminated polyhedral oligosilsesquioxane and a diisocyanate. The polyurethanes have multiple applications including for example, implants for human health care, drug delivery matrices, superabsorbant hydrogels, coatings, adhesives, temperature and moisture sensors, etc.

Abstract: An aqueous dispersion of nanoparticle/polyurethane composites is made by forming a mixture of nanoparticles and a continuous mass of a polyurethane prepolymer in the substantial absence of water and dispersing the mixture so made in aqueous medium. Alternatively, a polyurethane prepolymer or a mixture of nanoparticles and a continuous mass of a polyurethane prepolymer is dispersed into an aqueous dispersion of nanoparticles.

Abstract: Method for producing a crosslinkable elastomeric composition including: (a) at least one first elastomeric polymer; (b) at least one layered material having an individual layer thickness of 0.01 nm to 30 nm, preferably of 0.

Abstract: Provided is curable resin composition which gives a cured article excellent in chemical resistance, dielectric properties, low water-absorption, heat resistance, flame retardance, and mechanical properties and which is usable in applications such as dielectric materials, insulating materials, heat-resistant materials, and structural materials. The curable resin composition includes a component (A) which is a polyphenylene ether oligomer having a number-average molecular weight of 700 to 4,000 and having a vinyl group at both end and a component (B) which is a solvent-soluble polyfunctional vinylaromatic copolymer which has structural units derived from monomers including a divinylaromatic compound (a) and an ethylvinylaromatic compound (b) and in which the content of repeating units derived from the divinylaromatic compound (a) is 20 mol % or higher, the ratio of the amount (wt. %) of the component (A) to that (wt. %) of the component (B) being (20 to 98):(2 to 80).

Abstract: The instant invention relates to cationic alkoxyamines, which are useful as polymerization initiators/regulators in a controlled stable free radical polymerization process to produce intercalated and/or exfoliated nanoparticles from natural or synthetic clays. The invention also relates to improved nanocomposites produced by this process and to the use of these nanocomposite compositions as, for example, coatings, sealants, caulks, adhesives and as plastic additives.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composite material comprising a polymer and a) 0.1 to 30 wt % of a layered double hydroxide comprising a charge-balancing ion, and b) 10 to 70 wt % of a metal hydroxide, based on the total weight of the composite material.

Abstract: A clay-polyurethane nanocomposite comprising a clay and a polyurethane covalently bonded to the surface of the clay wherein the polyurethane is formed by reacting a clay-containing diisocyanate compound with a polyol, the clay-containing diisocyanate compound contains a diisocyanate compound covalently bonded to surface silanol groups of the clay and 0.5˜5% by weight of the clay based on the diisocyanate compound, and the clay is exfoliated by the polyurethane such that no wide-angle X-ray diffraction (WAXD) peak is detected between 2° and 10° by XRD measurement. The clay-polyurethane nanocomposite structure has clay layers are completely exfoliated. In addition, the clay-polyurethane nanocomposite can be foamed to prepare a foamed clay-polyurethane nanocomposite.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stable aqueous slurry composition comprising clay or clay-like material, hydrophobically associative polymer, and optionally a surfactant; and a method of inhibiting the deposition of organic contaminants in pulp and papermaking applications.

Abstract: A polyamide resin/rubber-reinforced styrene-based resin composition, particularly, a polyamide resin/ABS resin composition, excellent in the balance between impact strength and fluidity as well as in the heat resistance, chemical resistance and paintability, as well as a shaped article thereof, are provided. The resin composition comprises 100 parts by weight of a thermoplastic resin comprising (A) from 79.5 to 20 parts by weight of a polyamide resin, (B) from 20 to 79.5 parts by weight of a polymer obtained by grafting an aromatic vinyl-based monomer and a vinyl cyanide-based monomer to a specific rubber-like polymer, (C) from 0.

Abstract: A puncture sealing agent includes at least a rubber latex solution, a short fiber and a clay base viscosity improver, the viscosity of the rubber latex solution after addition of the clay base viscosity improver being 3 to 6000 mPa·s in a range of +50 to ?20° C.

Abstract: A silane-terminated polyurethane composition is the reaction product of a silane-terminated polyurethane prepolymer component, a silane-terminated monomeric diisocyanate, and optionally at least one multifunctional trisilane or tetrasilane component. A method for making a composition includes (a) providing a silane-terminated polyurethane prepolymer component, a silane-terminated monomeric diisocyanate component, and optionally at least one multifunctional trisilane or tetrasilane component, and (b) combining the prepolymer component, monomeric component, and optional multifunctional silane component to form a silane-terminated polyurethane reaction product with a tensile strength of about 4 MPa or greater and an elongation of about 200% or greater.

Abstract: A composition which includes polymethylmethacrylate and an organoclay functionalized with an intercalation agent, wherein said intercalation agent is a reaction product of a polyamine and an alkyl halide in a polar solvent, preferably a di-methyl, di-tallow ammonium functionalized montmorillonite clay.

Abstract: A polypropylene-based resin composition of drastically improved dimensional stability realized by incorporating a polypropylene resin of specific structure with an inorganic filler of specific particle size, carbon fibers of specific fiber diameter and length, and, as required, an ethylene- and/or styrene-based elastomer. Another polypropylene-based resin composition of well-balanced properties of rigidity, heat-resistance, impact resistance and lightness even essentially in the absence of inorganic filler, realized by compositing a propylene/ethylene block copolymer of specific structure and well-balanced mechanical properties with an ethylene- and/or styrene-based elastomer, and carbon fibers of specific structure.

Abstract: Blends of polycarbonate (PC) with an impact modifier, such as a butadiene-styrene based polymer like acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) polymers or methacrylate-butadiene-styrene (MBS) polymers, having improved flame retardance are disclosed. From about 0.5% to about 3% by weight of a filler selected from the group consisting of a clay, talc, and aluminum oxide particles are added to the blend. The resulting flame retardant polymer composition has improved flame retardance with acceptable maintenance of mechanical and/or processing properties.

Abstract: A nanofiller masterbatch comprising a nanofiller and an ethylene/ester copolymer having copolymerized units of ethylene and a comonomer selected from monoesters of C4-C8 unsaturated acids having at least two carboxylic acid groups, diesters of C4-C8 unsaturated acids having at least two carboxylic acid groups, and mixtures of two or more thereof; and a nanocomposite comprising a polyolefin and the nanofiller masterbatch are disclosed. Processes for preparing the nanofiller masterbatch and the nanocomposite are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to various nano-composites and compositions comprising a cationic mediator and method thereof. The cationic mediator comprises a polymeric group and a cationic unit selected from the group consisting of onium cation and heterocyclic cation. The nano-composites and compositions exhibit improved gas permeability property, strong moisture absorbance, and high electrical conductivity etc.

Abstract: A micropowder composition containing a granular PTFE micropowder, a fine powder PTFE micropowder, and a fine powder molding resin provides mixtures with fluoroelastomers containing copolymerized and alternating units of tetrafluoroethylene and propylene that provide molded articles having improved surface smoothness characteristics and tear resistance on molding. Processes for mixing additives with fluoroelastomers by adding or mixing the fluoroelastomer with the additives in the presence of micropowder PTFE compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates the preparation process of nanocomposites polyolefins based on organophilic clay and polyolefins. More specifically, the present invention relates to a process to prepare nanocomposites, which provides more efficient exfoliation of organophilic clay particles in the polymeric matrix and, hence, a product with significantly improved mechanical, thermal and barrier properties, and good optical properties. The nanocomposite product obtained by means of the process herein described and claimed, constitutes, hence, a second aspect of the present invention.

Abstract: A polymer composition of low gas permeability. The composition includes an exfoliated organically-modified clay, butyl rubber, and a polymeric exfoliant. A method for producing the butyl composition by dry mixing the butyl rubber with the exfoliated clay is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antifouling paint composition which is pro-environmental because it does not contain organotin and copper compound which are the major causes of maritime environmental pollution, and has excellent inhibitory effect on the adhesion of marine organisms on the surface. The antifouling paint composition of the present invention characteristically comprises a resin, tourmaline and an alkali metal, an alkali earth metal and/or an oxide thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel technology and a novel material having excellent pliability, gas barrier properties and water resistance, for the technical fields of packaging materials, sealing materials, electric insulating materials and the like, the present invention relates to a film of a material having a denatured clay as a main constituent thereof, wherein (1) the film comprises a denatured clay and an additive, (2) the weight ratio of the denatured clay is not less than 70% relative to total solids, (3) the film has gas barrier properties and water-vapor barrier properties, (4) the film has heat resistance, (5) the film has water resistance, (6) the film has sufficient mechanical strength to be used as a self-supporting film, and (7) the film can be formed on the surface of metals, plastics, rubber, paper and the like, and the present invention can provide a material comprising the denatured clay film in which denatured clay particles are highly oriented and which has excellent heat resistance

Abstract: Tire, including at least one structural element including a crosslinked elastomeric material obtained by crosslinking a crosslinkable elastomeric composition, includes: (a) at least one diene elastomeric polymer; (b) at least one activator obtained by dry comilling a mixture including: at least one salt, or one oxide, or one hydroxide of a metal belonging to groups 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, or 16 of the Periodic Table of the Elements; and at least one layered material, said layered material having an individual layer thickness of 0.01 nm to 30 nm, preferably 0.05 nm to 15 nm, and more preferably 0.1 nm to 2 nm; (c) at least one vulcanization accelerator; and (d) sulfur or derivatives thereof.

Abstract: The invention includes a siloxy-imine functionalized rubbery polymer, which exhibits good reinforcing characteristics and filler dispersing effect, a method for making, and a rubber composition including the same. In one embodiment, a process for manufacturing the functionalized rubbery polymer includes polymerizing a conjugated diene monomer using an organolithium compound as an initiator in a hydrocarbon solvent. Next, an active terminal end of the polymer is reacted with a functionalized terminating agent, represented by the general formula: RCH?N(CH2)XSi(OR1)YR23-Y, ??Formula (1) wherein R represents a group consisting of an aryl or substituted aryl having 6 to 18 carbon atoms, or a heterocycle or heteroaryl having 3 to 18 carbon atoms; R1 and R2 each independently represents a group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms selected from an alkyl, a cycloalkyl, an allyl, and or aryl; X is an integer from 1 to 20; and Y is an integer from 1 to 3.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to nano-composite and composition comprising a cationic mediator and method thereof. The cationic mediator is comprised of a hydrophobic unit and a heterocyclic cationic unit. The nano-composite is practically useful in formulating compositions such as rubber and tire products with improved gas permeability, cure properties, and/or mechanical properties etc.

Abstract: A lightweight finish composition, method of production and a method of application are provided. The lightweight finish composition comprises a resin dispersion, alkali metal phosphate, alkylolammonium salt of a polyfunctional polymer, and lightweight aggregate such as silica spheres. The lightweight aggregate has a density and weight that is less than those of sand. The combination of alkali metal phosphate and alkylolammonium salt of a polyfunctional polymer stabilizes the lightweight finish composition by preventing the lightweight aggregate from absorbing water, after production of the lightweight finish composition.

Abstract: Compositions of thermoplastic polyesters and sepiolite-type clay in which the clay is dispersed in the polyester as often fibrous particles whose smallest dimension is less than 100 nm are made by polymerizing the polyester precursors in the presence of the clay. The compositions have good physical properties and can be melt molded into various articles. Many of these articles may be coated (painted) and are especially useful for appearance parts such as visible exterior automotive body parts.