Abstract: An anaerobically curable composition comprising a hydroxy-functionalized mono(meth)acrylate compound, an aromatic mono(meth)acrylate compound which is not the same as the hydroxy-functionalized mono(meth)acrylate compound, a (meth)acrylate functionalised polyurethane resin, and an anaerobic cure inducing component.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed towards solventless compositions that include a reaction product formed by reacting a polyol and an aminopolycarboxylic compound.

Abstract: A method of enhanced oil recovery comprising introducing into one or more injection wells located within a subterranean formation a treatment fluid comprising (i) an aminopolycarboxylic acid comprising a phosphonoalkyl moiety; and ii) a surfactant blend; and removing hydrocarbons from one or more production wells. A method of enhanced oil recovery comprising introducing into one or more injection wells located within a subterranean formation a treatment fluid comprising (i) an aminopolycarboxylic acid comprising a phosphonoalkyl moiety; and ii) a surfactant blend wherein the subterranean formation comprises non-source rock, naturally-fractured rock, low porosity rock, calcite rich reservoir rock or a combination thereof; and removing hydrocarbons from one or more production wells.

Abstract: An elastomeric composite polyurethane skin having an average flexural modulus, measured in accordance with ASTM D790-03, smaller than 35 MPa is disclosed. The elastomeric composite polyurethane skin includes a first aliphatic polyurethane layer made from a first polyurethane reaction mixture having at least one isocyanate compound with at least two NCO-groups which are not directly attached to an aromatic group, at least one isocyanate-reactive component (B1), and at least one catalyst component (C1) substantially free of lead, and a second aromatic polyurethane layer made from a second polyurethane reaction mixture having at least one aromatic isocyanate compound (A2), and at least one isocyanate-reactive component (B2).

Abstract: A membrane may include a polymer matrix and a compound represented by Chemical Formula 1, In Chemical Formula 1, A is a substituted or unsubstituted C3 to C10 aromatic cyclic group, m is an integer of 0 to 5, and n is 0 or 1, provided that m and n are not simultaneously 0 (e.g., when A is an unsubstituted benzene group). A separation membrane for water treatment may include the membrane. A water treatment device may include the separation membrane for water treatment.

Abstract: Use of a stable indole-nitroxide radical as a stabilizer and/or inhibitor for resin mixtures and reactive resin mortars is described on the basis of radically curable compounds. Resin mixtures and reactive resin mortars may be made stable in storage very effectively using the indole nitroxide radical and the pot life of mortar compositions can be adjusted in a targeted manner.

Abstract: A moisture-curable polyurethane formulation is provided capable of curing to form a reaction product, having high green strength and being dispensable from a caulking gun. The polyurethane formulation comprises at least one isocyanate-terminated prepolymer, at least one rheology modifier or filler, optionally monomeric/polymeric isocyanate, and at least one urea-based thixotropic additive added to the formulation or formed in situ, to provide greater than 1% of urea groups in the reaction product. A method for making a moisture-curable polyurethane formulation capable of curing to form a reaction product and methods of bonding materials together using the formulation are also provided.

Abstract: An ultraviolet ray curable ink jet composition of the present invention is characterized by being adapted to be ejected using an ink jet method and containing: a polymerizable compound; metal particles subjected to a surface treatment; and a substance A having a partial structure represented by the following formula (1), where R1 is a hydrogen atom, an oxygen radical, a hydrocarbon group or an alkoxy group, and each of R2, R3, R4 and R5 is independently a hydrogen atom or a hydrocarbon group.

Abstract: Cyanoacrylate-containing compositions that include, in addition to the cyanoacrylate component, an anhydride and a maleimide-, itaconimide-, or nadimide-containing compound, are provided. Cured products of the inventive cyanoacrylate compositions demonstrate improved moisture and/or heat resistance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to: an ultraviolet-curable adhesive to be used for laminating a first optical base material and a second optical base material having a light-shielding portion on a surface thereof to each other, the ultraviolet-curable adhesive containing (A) a compound capable of absorbing an ultraviolet ray to emit light, (B) a photopolymerizable compound, and (C) a photopolymerization initiator; a cured product obtained by irradiating the adhesive with an ultraviolet ray; and an optical member having the cured product, such as a touch panel.

Abstract: A method for the preparation of a fluoropolymer by means of emulsion polymerization of a reaction mixture in an aqueous medium is disclosed wherein the reaction mixture includes a fluoromonomer having the structure of wherein R1, R2, and R3 are each independently hydrogen atoms, alkyl groups, substituted alkyl groups, or halogens, wherein at least one of R1, R2, and R3 is a fluorine atom, and wherein R is each independently a substituent on the styrenic ring, n is an integer from 0 to 5 representing the number of the substituents on the styrenic ring; b) an emulsion stabilizer combination comprising: i) an anionic surfactant; and, ii) a cationic surfactant or a non-ionic surfactant; and, c) a free-radical initiator.

Abstract: A wetness indicating adhesive composition comprising an adhesive base composition incorporating a fluorescing agent in the adhesive base composition that only fluoresces when wet, and not when dry. In one embodiment, the adhesive base composition may be composed of water soluble, or at least partially water soluble, components, and in another embodiment the adhesive base composition may be composed of water sensitive components as for example one or more water insoluble polymers and a surfactant. The fluorescing agent can either be dissolved or dispersed in the adhesive base composition, and is preferably a water soluble fluorescing agent that becomes visible under ultraviolet light only when an article such as a disposable diaper becomes wet.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sealant composition for electronic device, in which the curing does not proceed when heated, which does not cause the problem of use in the mounting process of electronic device. The present invention relates to a sealant composition for electronic device comprising (a) a compound having two or more (meth)acryloyl groups and (c) a nitroxide compound and/or a thiocarbonylthio compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a melt processable copolyetheramide made by reacting (a) one or more segments of polyamide hard blocks derived from a lactam-terminated diisocyanate and a lactam monomer, and (b) one or more segments of polyether soft blocks derived from a polyether diol. The invention further provides for methods of making said copolyetheramide, including a continuous extruder method of production.

Abstract: An improved aqueous acrylic emulsion pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) composition of improved sheer strength includes an aqueous acrylic emulsion including at least one hydrophobic monomer, at least one hydrophilic monomer, and at least one hydrogen bonding monomer; and a peel control additive. The PSA composition is substantially devoid of phosphate-based surfactants.

Abstract: Curing agents for air-drying alkyd-based resins, coatings, such as paint, varnish or wood stain, inks and linoleum floor coverings, based on an iron/manganese complex containing tetradentate, pentadentate or hexadentate nitrogen donor ligands are disclosed.

Abstract: Curing agents for air-drying alkyd-based resins, coatings, such as paint, varnish or wood stain, inks and linoleum floor coverings, based on an iron/manganese complex containing tetradentate, pentadentate or hexadentate nitrogen donor ligands are disclosed.

Abstract: Functionalized nanoparticles, which are obtainable by combining in a first step a functionalized dyestuff, a silicon-based spacer and a catalyst, and in a second step reacting the product obtained in the first step with a co-reactive organic silicon, aluminum, zirconium or titanium compound. Optionally, the thus obtained functionalized nanoparticles can be combined or encapsulated with a polymer. The functionalized nanoparticles are useful as colorants and fluorescents in plastics, paints, inks, electronic materials, cosmetic articles, and the like.

Abstract: A two component polyurethane adhesive composition having one or more polyols as a first component and one or more isocyanates as a second component. The composition also comprises a catalyst and a hydroxyalkyl-8-hydroxy quinoline blocking agent to delay the initial part of the curing reaction. The blocking agent links to the adhesive matrix during cure. The composition provides long open time, improved wet out of the substrates to be bonded, a rapid cure rate and bonding of the blocking agent to the cured adhesive matrix. The adhesive is useful to bond layers of a flexible food pouch sheet. Also a flexible food pouch made using the adhesive.

Abstract: A curing-type coating-agent composition according to the present invention contains: Component (A) including a urethane adduct compound exhibiting weatherability in an amount of from 99 to 65 parts by mass; Component (B) comprising a reaction product between a colloidal silica and an alkoxysilane compound having a maleimide group in an amount of from 1 to 35 parts by mass; a radical-polymerization initiator serving as Component (C) in an amount of from 0.1 to 10 parts by mass; an ultraviolet absorber serving as Component (D) in an amount of from 1 to 12 parts by mass; and an organic solvent serving as Component (E) in an amount of from 10 to 1,000 parts by mass; with respect to a sum of Component (A) and Component (B) being taken as 100 parts by mass. The composition according to the present invention demonstrates excellent wear resistance and weatherability as a coating agent for plastic substrate, or the like, which is employed outside.

Abstract: Curing agents for air-drying alkyd-based resins, coatings, such as paint, varnish or wood stain, inks and linoleum floor coverings, based on an iron/manganese complex containing tetradentat, pentadentate or hexadentate nitrogen donor ligands are disclosed.

Abstract: An ultraviolet ray curable ink jet composition of the present invention is characterized by being adapted to be ejected using an ink jet method and containing: a polymerizable compound; metal particles subjected to a surface treatment; and a substance A having a partial structure represented by the following formula (1), where R1 is a hydrogen atom, a hydrocarbon group or an alkoxy silyl group, and each of R2, R3, R4 and R5 is independently a hydrogen atom or a hydrocarbon group.

Abstract: A method for preparing a polymer-organoclay composite composition comprises combining a solvent and an unexfoliated organoclay to provide a first mixture, wherein the unexfoliated organoclay comprises alternating inorganic silicate layers and organic layers, and has an initial spacing between the silicate layers; exposing the first mixture to an energized condition of a sufficient intensity and duration to increase the initial spacing of the inorganic silicate layers, to provide a second mixture; contacting the second mixture with a polymer composition so that the polymer composition fills at least one region located between at least one pair of silicate layers, wherein the polymer composition is at least partially soluble in the solvent; and removing at least a portion of the solvent from the second mixture, wherein the inorganic silicate layers remain separated by the polymer after removal of the solvent.

Abstract: The invention provides a kind of prepolymer with 4-(N-maleimide phenyl)Ether (MPGE) epoxy resin and 4,4?-diphenylmethane bismaleimide (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 present invention relates to a curing agents for air-drying alkyd-based resins, coatings, such as paint, varnish or wood stain, inks and linoleum floor coverings, based on an iron/manganese complex containing tetradentate, pentadentate or hexadentate nitrogen donor ligands.

Abstract: The invention provides a fluorescent polymer fine particle having at least: a polymer particle having a core-shell configuration having a hydrophobic core and a hydrophilic shell; and a fluorescent lanthanoid dye that is integrated with the polymer particle and has a fluorescent lanthanoid cation, wherein a hydrophilic polymer which forms the hydrophilic shell has a polymerizable unit and at least one hydrophilic unit selected from the group consisting of a hydrophilic (meth)acrylamide unit and a hydrophilic vinyl amine unit. The invention further provides a method for forming the fluorescent polymer fine particle having at least dispersing and polymerizing a hydrophobic radical polymerizable monomer in an aqueous solvent in the presence of a radical generator and the presence of a components for forming a hydrophilic polymer which forms the hydrophilic shell; and introducing the fluorescent lanthanoid dye with the polymer particle.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide an epoxy resin composition containing an epoxy compound, a low-molecular-weight phenol-modified polyphenylene ether and a cyanate compound as essential components, the epoxy resin composition having excellent dielectric characteristics and exhibiting high heat resistance while maintaining flame retardancy. To achieve this object, the epoxy resin composition of the present invention is a thermosetting resin composition composed of a resin varnish containing (A) an epoxy compound having a number-average molecular weight of 1000 or less and containing at least two epoxy groups in the molecule without containing any halogen atoms, (B) a polyphenylene ether having a number-average molecular weight of 5000 or less, (C) a cyanate ester compound, (D) a curing catalyst and (E) a halogen flame retardant, wherein all of the components (A) to (C) are dissolved in the resin varnish, while the component (E) is dispersed without being dissolved in the resin varnish.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polyamide-based composition stabilized with respect to light and/or heat comprising at least one stabilizer exhibiting at least one hindered amine functional group. The invention also relates to yarns, fibres, filaments and/or articles obtained from this composition.

Abstract: A photochromic coating exhibiting improved performance and photochromic lenses made using the coating. The coating has excellent photochromic darkening and fatigue properties. The coating formulation is made from a monomer blend having at least two different types of monomers. A metal salt catalyst is used along with an initiator. An antioxidant is used in combination with a hindered amine light stabilizer. The coating is suitable for use in an in-mold coating process.

Abstract: Novel, poison-blocking compositions and methods of using those compositions to form poison-blocking layers are provided. The compositions comprise a typical composition used in microlithographic processes, but with a poison-blocking additive included in that composition. The preferred additive is a compound comprising one or more blocked isocyanates. Upon heating to certain temperatures, the blocking group is released from the isocyanate, leaving behind a moiety that is highly reactive with the poisonous amines generated by typical dielectric layers.

Abstract: Scorch is inhibited during the free-radical crosslinking of a crosslinkable polymer, e.g., an EPDM, by incorporating into the polymer before melt processing and crosslinking a scorch inhibiting amount of a derivative, preferably an ether, ester or urethane derivative, of a TEMPO compound, e.g., 4-hydroxy-tetrahydrocarbylpiperidin-1-oxyl. The scorch inhibitors of this invention perform as well, if not better, than their 4-hydroxy-tetrahydrocarbylpiperidin-1-oxyl counterparts in similar polymer compositions and under similar conditions in terms of scorch inhibition and ultimate degree of crosslinking, but exhibit less volatility and less migration within the polymer composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to selected glycidyl or carbonyl functional N-alkoxy-4,4-dioxy-polyalkyl-piperidine compounds forming an open chain or cyclic ketal structure, a polymerizable composition comprising a) at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer and b) a glycidyl or carbonyl functional N-alkoxy-4,4-dioxy-polyalkyl-piperidine nitroxide initiator compound. Further aspects of the present invention are a process for polymerizing ethylenically unsaturated monomers and the use of glycidyl or carbonyl functional N-alkoxy-4,4-dioxy-polyalkyl-piperidine nitroxide initiators for radical polymerization.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing stabilized compositions based on polyamide. The stabilizer is a phosphorus stabilizer selected from phosphorous acid and hypophosphorous acid. It is introduced before or during the polymerization of the polyamide. The use of these stabilizers prevents foaming phenomena.

Abstract: The present invention provides pigmented inks comprising self-dispersing pigment and an amino-containing compound. The addition of an amino-containing compound to the self-dispersing pigment can improve the reliability and performance of the ink in an inkjet printhead. The present invention also provides methods for making a surface modified pigment comprising associating a self-dispersing pigment with an amino-containing compound having no more than one primary amino group or one secondary amino group.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymerizable composition, comprising a) at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer or oligomer, b) a radical source capable of starting polymerization of the ethylenically unsaturated monomer or oligomer and c) at least one compound of formula (I) wherein n is 1 or 2 R3, R4, R9, R10 are each independently of one another C1-C18alkyl, C2-C18alkenyl or C2-C18alkinyl; or R3 and R4 and/or R9 and R10 form together with the linking carbon atom a C3-C12cycloalkyl radical; R5, R6, R7, R8 are each independently of one another hydrogen, C1-C18alkyl, C2-C18alkenyl or C2-C18alkinyl; X is —O—, —O—C(O)—, —NR2— or —NR2—C(O)—; R2 is hydrogen, C1-C18alkyl or phenyl; if n is 1, R1 is C8-C38alkyl, C8-C36alkenyl or C8-C36alkinyl if n is 2 R1 is C10-C38alkylen, C10-C36alkenylen or C10-C36alkinylen. Further objects of the present invention are a process for polymerization and the use of compounds of formula I for the polymerization of ethylenically unsaturated monomers.

Abstract: A flexible printed board contains an unroughened electrodeposited copper foil, a zinc-based metallic layer provided thereon in an amount of 0.25 to 0.40 mg/dm2, and a polyimide resin layer formed through the imidation of a polyamic acid layer provided on the zinc-based metallic layer.

Abstract: A method of making a polymer is disclosed. The method includes the following steps: packaging a polymer precursor composition in a sealable container; transferring the polymer precursor composition from the sealable container to a reaction vessel; and polymerizing the polymer precursor composition. A method of making a thermoformable article from a pre-packaged polymer precursor composition is also disclosed. Further, a method of doing business, which includes the step of offering for sale a sealable container containing a polymer precursor composition, is disclosed. In addition, articles of manufacture are disclosed. One article includes a sealable container containing a polymer precursor composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition comprising an aromatic diamine that is a solid at room temperature and a stabilizing quantity of a hindered amine light stabilizer and its use as a polyurethane curing agent.

Abstract: This application discloses amber colored polyesters suitable for packaging food and beverages. The amber polyester compositions provide excellent blockage of UV and visible light over the wavelength ranges of from about 320-550 nm, rendering them suitable for packaging materials sensitive to ultraviolet and visible light over this wavelength range, particularly beer.

Abstract: A procedure for the production of a modified acrylic sheet with high impact resistance, of the type in which a prepolymerization is done of a mix of monomers with a polymer of dissolved dienic monomers. The procedure is done in batches at low temperatures without there being a separation of the polymer of dienic monomers from the rest of the mix. The procedure facilitates obtaining a modified acrylic sheet with high impact resistance whose transmittance is kept after being subjected to an accelerated degradation, and whose impact properties are not reduced more than 50% after said accelerated degradation.

Abstract: The Present invention relates to a polymerizable composition, comprising

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymerizable composition, comprising a) at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer or oligomer, b) a radical source capable of starting polymerization of the ethylenically unsaturated monomer or oligomer and c) at least one compound of formula (I), wherein n is 1 or 2; R3, R4, R9, R10 are each independently of one another C1-C18alkyl, C2-C18alkenyl or C2-C18alkinyl; or R3 and R4 and/or R9 and R10 form together with the linking carbon atom a C3-C12cycloakyl radical; R5, R6, R7, R8 are each independently of one another hydrogen, C1-C18alkyl, C2-C18alkenyl or C2C18alkinyl; X is —O—, —O—C(O)—, —NR2— or —NR2—C(O)—; R2 is hydrogen, C1-C18alkyl or phenyl; if n is 1, R1 is C8-C36alkyl, C8-C36alkenyl or C8-C36alkinyl; if n is 2, R1 is C10-C36alkylen, C10-C36alkenylen or C10-C36alkinylen.

Abstract: Preparing pigment preparations by mixing a dyestuff with a monomer and simultaneously polymerizing the monomers in an extruder at elevated temperatures, wherein the following steps are carried out:

Abstract: The present invention relates to blocked polyisocyanate crosslinking agents, to the production thereof and to the use thereof in single-component stoving lacquers, particularly OEM clear lacquers (original equipment material, initial lacquer coating).

Abstract: A photocurable composition comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a compound having an ethylenically unsaturated group, (B) from 0.001 to 5 parts by weight of a cationic dye having an absorption maximum wavelength in the wavelength region of from 400 to 1,200 nm represented by formula (1: D+·A1−  (1) wherein D+ represents a cation having an absorption maximum wavelength in the wavelength region of from 400 to 1,200 nm, and A1 31 represents an anion, and (C) from 0.

Abstract: Synthetic polyamide comprising one or more of the following compounds: a) a compound having at least one sterically hindered amino group, [hereinafter referred to as compounds a)]; or b) a trimesinic acid trialkylamide, at least one alkyl group of which bears at least one free amino and/or alkylamino group [hereinafter referred to as compounds b)]; or c) a trialkylamino-substituted triazine, at least one alkyl group of which carries a free amino and/or alkylamino group [hereinafter referred to as compounds c)]; or d) a dyestuff that is free of sulphonic acid groups and contains at least one group that is reactive to a hydroxy and/or amino group [hereinafter referred to as compounds d)]; or e) a synthetic polyamide containing at least one group that is reactive with a hydroxy and/or amino group [hereinafter referred to as compounds e)].

Abstract: A curable resin composition, which comprises a resin formed, in the presence of a transition metal complex, by polymerizing an oxidative-polymerizable compound that contains a phenol-compound-containing vegetable oil. A method for producing a curable resin composition comprising a resin formed, in the presence of a catalyst, by polymerizing an oxidative-polymerizable compound that contains a phenol-compound-containing vegetable oil, wherein the catalyst is a transition metal complex. The curable resin composition is useful as a raw material for a urushi-like coating, a friction material, a brake lining material, a brake pad material, a material for forming a coating film, a compound for a recording material, a raw material for an ink, a raw material for a coating,.a raw material for a adhesive, a raw material for an epoxy resin, a raw material for a photoresist or antioxidant, and a starting material for a functional polymer.

Abstract: Preparing pigment preparations by mixing a dyestuff with a monomer and simultaneously polymerizing the monomers in an extruder at elevated temperatures, wherein the following steps are carried out:

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention provides a method of making a nylon 6/silicone polymer blend comprising the steps of preparing a silicone polymer emulsion comprising a silicone polymer dispersed in a liquid continuous phase; introducing the silicone polymer emulsion into a nylon 6 ring opening reaction either prior to or during the nylon 6 ring opening reaction medium wherein the reaction medium comprises caprolactam; and opening the ring and reacting the caprolactam, thereby providing a nylon 6/silicone polymer emulsion blend. Nylon 6/silicone polymer blends are also provided by the invention herein.

Abstract: Anti-reflective coating materials for deep ultraviolet photolithography include one or more organic dyes incorporated into spin-on-glass materials. Suitable dyes are strongly absorbing over wavelength ranges around wavelengths less than 260 nm such as 248 nm and 193 nm, that may be used in photolithography. A method of making dyed spin-on-glass materials includes combining one or more organic dyes with alkoxysilane reactants during synthesis of the spin-on-glass materials.