Abstract: Electrically conductive or semi-conductive curable silicone compositions with stable long term electrical resistivity/resistance are provided comprising a mixture of furnace black and acetylene black as conductive fillers. Methods for preparing the electrically conductive or semi-conductive curable silicone compositions and uses of the electrically conductive or semi-conductive curable silicone compositions are also provided.

Abstract: A one-part low modulus room temperature vulcamsable (RTV) silicone composition comprising a titanate and/or zirconate catalyst which cures to a low modulus silicone elastomer which has a good adhesion profile and may be used as a non-staining (clean) sealant having high movement capability which compositions contains an aminosilane adhesion promoter having two hydroxyl or hydrolysable groups per molecule in an amount of 0.1-3.75% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive composition includes (A) 0.1% to 5% an anchorage additive and (B) 95% to 99.9% of a silicone pressure sensitive adhesive composition. This pressure sensitive adhesive composition can be cured to form a pressure sensitive adhesive. When cured on a backing substrate, the resulting adhesive article is useful for protecting electronic devices during fabrication, shipping, and use.

Abstract: A room-temperature-curable silicone composition is disclosed. The-room-temperature-curable silicone composition comprises: (A) an organopolysiloxane having alkoxysilyl-containing groups at both molecular terminals; (B) an organopolysiloxane resin; (C) an alkoxysilane; and (D) a condensation-reaction catalyst. The room-temperature-curable silicone composition exhibits good store stability and can form a cured product exhibiting high hardness and good thermal shock stability.

Abstract: The invention consists of a rapidly crosslinkable, two-component silicone elastomer together with a specially designed tray that serves as a form for the silicone resin and forms an integral portion of a dental appliance.

Abstract: A water repellent glass plate, manufacturing method thereof, and a vehicle or a paned window having the same can include a glass plate having a film coating that includes a transparent micro particle covalently bound to the surface of the glass.

Abstract: Release compositions comprising a blend of ethylenically unsaturated fluoroorganopolysiloxane polymers and ethylenically unsaturated non-fluorinated organopolysiloxane polymers are described. The release compositions are dispersed in a solvent system and also contain a catalyst and at least one crosslinker. Both fluoroorganohydrogenpolysiloxane and organohydrogenpolysiloxane are described. Release liners and adhesive articles including cured release compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to coatings having a contact angle hysteresis with water measured by the sessile drop method of at most 20°.

Abstract: An organopolysiloxane hair treatment agent (A) represented by the following formula (1), R1aR2bR3cSiO(4-a-b-c)/2??(1). The hair treatment agent and cosmetic maintain good conditioning effect for a prolonged period of time.

Abstract: A curable composition includes: 100 parts by mass of a silicon-containing polymer having a Mw of 3,000 to 100,000 obtainable by hydrolysis-condensation of an organosilane mixture including R1SiX3, R2SiX3, R3R4SiX2 and R5SiX3, the total of R2SiX3 and R3R4SiX2 being 5 to 60 mol %, optionally a prepolymer, optionally a cyclic siloxane compound, 0.0001 to 10 parts by mass of an organic peroxide and optionally a metal catalyst, and 10 to 1,500 parts by mass of a filler, wherein R1 is a C2-6 alkenyl group, R2 is a C1-6 alkyl group, R3 and R4 are each a C1-6 alkyl group, R5 is a phenyl group optionally substituted with a C1-6 alkyl group, and X is a C1-6 alkoxy group, one or more of R2 to R4 is a methyl group, f represents a number of 2 to 10, g represents a number of 0 to 8, and n represents 1 or 2.

Abstract: A protective dressing composition which imparts a lustrous and glossy appearance to a flexible or elastic rubber or plastic surface includes water, silicone fluid, a polymeric acrylic emulsifier to hold the silicone fluid in dispersion in the water and a UV stabilizer. Further, the composition is substantially free of nonpolymeric surfactants. The coating does not exhibit stickiness, attract dust or other contaminants, and resist cracking and peeling. The composition provides of a shiny protective coating suitable for application to metal, plastic, wood, and painted surfaces, and is especially well suited for use on flexible substrates such as automotive tires, bumpers, rubber, trim, vinyl, and the like. The coating maintains the flexibility of the coating at low temperatures and reduces and/or eliminates the tacky property on the surface. The acrylic polymer emulsifier does not re-emulsify with rain (water) providing a durable protective coating.

Abstract: Presently described are coating compositions comprising a polymerizable resin composition and a non-ionic unpolymerizable surfactant. In some embodiments, the coating comprises greater than 10 wt-% of non-ionic unpolymerizable surfactant. In other embodiments, the coating composition comprises an an additive comprising a silicone group or a fluorinated group and a hydrophobic group. Also described are articles comprising the cured coating compositions. In one embodiment, an article is described comprising a cured coating wherein the cured coating exhibits a property of an initially visible simulated fingerprint reducing in visibility in 1-20 minutes. Also described is a method of determining the fingerprint visibility of a coating composition and a polyacylate composition useful as an additive. In another embodiment a coated surface is described comprising a polymeric organic material comprising a plurality of pores wherein a portion of the pores are interconnected and comprise a lipophilic liquid.

Abstract: An RTV anti-pollution flashover coating, and preparation method, includes components of the following weight parts: polydimethylsiloxane 100 parts, a reinforcing filler 4 to 10 parts, a catalyst 0.1 to 1 part, a crosslinking agent 1 to 5 parts, a hydrophobic agent 3 to 6 parts, a pigment 1 to 2 parts, decabromodiphenyl ether 1 to 2 parts, and toluene 30 to 40 parts. The hydrophobic agent is a mixture of a substance having a structure represented by Formula I and any one or more of a low-molecular weight silicone oil, dihydroxydiphenyl silane, fluorine-containing silicone oil and white oil. In Formula I, R is any one of acetoxy CH3COO—, methoxy CH3O—, ketoximo MeEtCNO—, an amide group AcMeN—, amino C6H11NH— and acetonyl H2C?CMeO; R1—Si is a polysiloxane group or a fluorine-containing siloxane group, and has a structural formula represented by Formula II, where n=1 to 4, and R2 is CH3— or CF3—.

Abstract: Aqueous copolymer dispersions for a variety of uses, including coating compositions or binders for plasters and paints, are disclosed. The aqueous copolymer dispersions may comprise one or more silicon containing compounds, in particular hydrolyzable silane compounds without any additional reactive group.

Abstract: There is provided a coating composition having a good wetting property which is capable of forming a coating film exhibiting a high refractive index, a less discoloration, and excellent transparency and uniformity when polymerized and cured. The present invention relates to a coating composition comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a thiirane ring-containing compound, (B) 0.0001 to 10 parts by weight of a catalyst for accelerating polymerization of the thiirane ring-containing compound, and (C) 0.005 to 4 parts by weight of a modified silicone oil; a coating film produced from the composition; and an optical product provided with the coating film.

Abstract: An antifouling condensation curing organopolysiloxane composition is prepared by premixing a part or all of (A) a diorganopolysiloxane free of a reactive group with a part or all of (B) silica to form a premix, then mixing the premix with the remainder of (A) and (B), (C) a base diorganopolysiloxane, and (D) a silane. The composition has a good balance of low viscosity and high thixotropy, can be thickly coated in a single pass, and cures into a coating having rubber strength and surface smoothness and exhibiting satisfactory antifouling property over a long period of time.

Abstract: A metal particle dispersion structure characteristically comprising (B) 0.005 to 100 weight parts of metal nanoparticles dispersed in (A) 100 weight parts of polymerized polymer, wherein the metal nanoparticles are metal particles obtained by mixing (b1) organohydrogenpolysiloxane and (b2) at least one metal compound which is soluble in component (b3) to uniformity in (b3) cyclic or chain dimethylpolysiloxane or at least one organic solvent.

Abstract: Provided are methods of treating an open cell polyimide foam product to produce a treated polyimide foam product having a property of repelling water or oil. The method includes the steps of: selecting a polyimide foam product having an external surface area and an open cell structure that has an interior surface area, wetting the exterior surface area and the interior surface area with a chemical treatment fluid comprising a treatment chemical that has a property of repelling water or oil, and distributing the treatment chemical onto at least a portion of the interior surface area sufficient to modify a surface property of the interior surface. Also provided are treated polyimide foam products that have an open cell polyimide foam substrate with an interior surface area and a treatment chemical on at least a portion of the interior surface area. The treatment chemical renders the interior surface hydrophobic or oleophobic.

Abstract: Provided are compositions for repelling fluids comprising a volatile liquid carrier, a powder-feel agent and less than 5 weight % of an ester selected from the group consisting of formula I, formula II, formula III, and combinations of two or more thereof: wherein R1, R2, R3, R5, R6, R8 and R9 are independently linear or branched, substituted or unsubstituted, saturated or unsaturated, C3-C22 alkyl or alkenyl groups, R4 is a linear or branched, substituted or unsubstituted, saturated or unsaturated, C3-C22 alkylene or alkenylene moiety, and R7 is a linear or branched, substituted or unsubstituted, saturated or unsaturated C3-C22 moiety, the composition being substantially anhydrous. Also provided are methods of improving dryness and/or comfort associated with the intimate area, as well as, kits comprising the composition and an absorbent article.

Abstract: Presently described are coating compositions comprising a polymerizable resin composition and a non-ionic unpolymerizable surfactant. In some embodiments, the coating comprises greater than 10 wt-% of non-ionic unpolymerizable surfactant. In other embodiments, the coating composition comprises an an additive comprising a silicone group or a fluorinated group and a hydrophobic group. Also described are articles comprising the cured coating compositions. In one embodiment, an article is described comprising a cured coating wherein the cured coating exhibits a property of an initially visible simulated fingerprint reducing in visibility in 1-20 minutes. Also described is a method of determining the fingerprint visibility of a coating composition and a polyacylate composition useful as an additive. In another embodiment a coated surface is described comprising a polymeric organic material comprising a plurality of pores wherein a portion of the pores are interconnected and comprise a lipophilic liquid.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for improving the storage stability of aqueous composite-particle dispersions and of aqueous formulations comprising them.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a nail coating system comprising a basecoat, a color layer, and a topcoat. The system of the present disclosure may be applied to natural and/or pre-existing artificial nail coatings. The present disclosure relates generally to compositions for natural and artificial nail coatings, and particularly, but not by way of limitation, to polymerizable compositions and color layers polymerized therefrom. The disclosure further relates to methods of making a polymerized color layer.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a sterilized medical device including a non-polymerized blend including a silicone matrix material and a radiation resistant component.

Abstract: A wiring structure having a wiring-terminal-connection adhesive that includes a curing agent capable of generating a free radical upon heating, a radically polymerizable substance and silicone particles.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for improving the storage stability of aqueous composite-particle dispersions and of aqueous formulations comprising them.

Abstract: This invention provides a wiring-terminal-connecting adhesive comprising a curing agent capable of generating a free radical upon heating, a radically polymerizable substance and silicone particles, and a wiring-terminal-connecting method and a wiring structure which make use of such an adhesive.

Abstract: A method of making a diluted organopolysiloxane containing polymer comprising the steps of:— (i) Preparing an organopolysiloxane containing polymer by reacting a siloxane containing material with:— (a) one or more organopolysiloxane polymers(s) or (b) one or more organic polymers(s) via an addition reaction pathway in the presence of an extender and/or plasticiser, a suitable catalyst and optionally an end-blocking agent; and (iii) Where required quenching the polymerisation process; wherein the extender and/or plasticiser is substantially retained within the resulting diluted organopolysiloxane containing polymer.

Abstract: The invention relates to polyhydroxyfunctional polysiloxanes, which may be produced by the addition of at least one branched polyhydroxyfunctional allyl polyether to a Si—H functional alkyl polysiloxane, to methods for production thereof and the use thereof as additives in thermoplastics and polymeric moulded masses and the thermoplastics and polymeric moulded masses containing the same.

Abstract: A curable organopolysiloxane composition comprising an organopolysiloxane containing alkenyl groups and phenyl groups, an organohydrogenpolysiloxane, a copolymer of a vinyl monomer and a vinyl monomer with hydrosilyl groups, and a platinum catalyst; a curing process that consists of two or more stages of thermal curing; an optical semiconductor device that has a light-transmitting portion made from a cured body of the aforementioned composition; and an adhesion promoter that consists of a copolymer of a vinyl monomer and a vinyl monomer with hydrosilyl groups.

Abstract: There is provided herein, in one specific embodiment, silicone composition(s) comprising unique combination(s) of silicone polymer and alkyltrisiloxane(s) which can produce silicone composition(s) with lower solids content than silicone compositions that use other than alkyltrisiloxane(s); while still maintaining a desirable viscosity.

Abstract: Compositions comprising an asymmetric disiloxane surfactant composition comprising a silicone composition comprising a silicone having the formula: MM? where M or M? comprises an alkylpolyalkyleneoxide bearing substituent selected from the group consisting of: R13(C2H4O)a(C3H6O)b(C4H8O)cR14 and R12SiR5R6(R13(C2H4O)a(C3H6O)b(C4H8O)cR14) that exhibit resistance to hydrolysis over a wide pH range.

Abstract: A curable silicone composition comprising at least the following components: (A) an epoxy-containing organopolysiloxane; (B) a curing agent for epoxy resin; and (C) an epoxy compound represented by the specific general formula; is characterized by excellent handleability and reduced oil-bleeding, and, when cured, forms a cured body of excellent flexibility and adhesion.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a polymeric composition with hybrid characteristics obtained in a polymerization reactor through the addition of an organometallic compound of Si, Ti, Al, Zr, Hf, Ge, V or Sn, to a growing polymer, during the step of propagation of the polymerization reaction. Said hybrid polymeric composition has enhanced properties of sealing temperature, sealing initial temperature (SIT), barrier to gases and water vapor, printability, adhesion and scratch resistance, apart from retaining the superficial polarization of pieces and films for a longer time.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a sterilized medical device including a non-polymerized blend including a silicone matrix material and a radiation resistant component.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a method of treating a medical device. The method includes providing the medical device. The medical device has an opening defined by two contacting surfaces in a polyalkylsiloxane based portion of the medical device. The method further includes irradiating the medical device free of externally applied lubricant to sterilize the medical device.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions which are painted (coated) have improved adhesion to the paint when these compositions comprise a hydrophilic polyether or polyester modified siloxane. These thermoplastic compositions are particularly suited for use with aqueous based paints, in uses such as automobile and appliance bodies and parts.

Abstract: There is provided herein, in one specific embodiment, silicone composition(s) comprising unique combination(s) of silicone polymer and alkyltrisiloxane(s) which can produce silicone composition(s) with lower solids content than silicone compositions that use other than alkyltrisiloxane(s); while still maintaining a desirable viscosity.

Abstract: A wiring structure having a wiring-terminal-connection adhesive that includes a curing agent capable of generating a free radical upon heating, a radically polymerizable substance and silicone particles.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for making foundry shapes (e.g. cores and molds) using epoxy-acrylate cold-box binders containing an oxidizing agent and elevated levels of an organofunctional silane, which are cured in the presence of sulfur dioxide, and to a process for casting metals using the foundry shapes. The metal parts have fewer casting defects because the foundry shapes made with the binder are more resistant to erosion.

Abstract: An anti-fouling condensation curing organopolysiloxane composition is provided comprising in admixture, (A) 100 parts by weight of a base polymer in the form of a diorganopolysiloxane having at least two silicon atom-bonded hydroxyl or hydrolyzable groups in a molecule, at least 2 mol % of entire substituent groups being phenyl groups, (B) 0.5 to 30 parts by weight of a silane having at least two hydrolyzable groups or a partial hydrolytic condensate thereof, and (C) 5 to 100 parts by weight of a non-reactive dialkylpolysiloxane. The composition cures at room temperature to form a coating which is non-toxic, non-detrimental to the environment, and effective for preventing aquatic organisms from depositing and growing thereon over a long term.

Abstract: A coating composition containing a solvent and a coating agent having an ionizing radiation-curable compound as a principal component thereof, wherein under the following condition for the concentration a (wt %) of the coating agent in the coating composition 0<a?60, the concentration a of the coating agent and the surface tension b (dyne/cm) of the coating composition satisfy the following relationship b?(?a/15)+26, is applied onto a surface of a protective film 11 and curing is carried out to form a hard coating layer 12. Even in the case that projections or foreign bodies are present on the surface of the protective film 11, the hard coating layer 12 can conceal these and hence can have high surface smoothness.

Abstract: A method of making a diluted polysiloxane containing polymer comprising the steps of:— i) Preparing a polysiloxane containing polymer by the polycondensation of siloxane containing monomers and/or oligomers which comprise condensable groups in the presence of an organopolysiloxane and/or an organic based diluent material, a suitable catalyst and optionally an end-blocking agent; and ii) Where required quenching the polymerisation process; wherein the diluent material is substantially retained within the resulting diluted organopolysiloxane.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions preparable using (A) an organic compound selected from the group consisting of organosilicon compounds, polyurethanes and their precursor compounds such as polyols and polyisocyanates, crosslinked (poly)epoxides and their precursor compounds such as noncrosslinked and partly crosslinked (poly)epoxides, (poly)amines, (poly)amidoamines, (poly)mercaptans, (poly)carboxylic acids, (poly)carboxylic anhydrides, acrylates and their precursor compounds, and polysulfide-forming polymers, (B) particles partially wettable with water, (C) water and further substances if desired.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, in particular a pulverulent master batch, comprising at least one nanoclay composed of a swellable inorganic layered material which has been modified by at least one siloxane component and by at least one non-anionic organic compound which has at least one aliphatic or cyclic radical having from 6 to 32 carbon atoms. The pulverulent master batch can result in a homogeneous mixture with a polymer powder and can be used as such. Also, a polymer master batch can be produced by compounding of the pulverulent master batch with a carrier polymer. The pulverulent master batch or the polymer master batch can be used as filler or in filler systems in various polymer compositions.

Abstract: Ambient temperature curing coating composition comprising a polysiloxane having the formula: wherein each R1 is selected from the group consisting of alkyl, aryl, and alkoxy groups having up to six carbon atoms, reactive glycidoxy groups, and OSi(OR3)3 groups, wherein each R3 independently has the same meaning as R1, each R2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and alkyl and aryl groups having up to six carbon atoms, and wherein n is selected so that the molecular weight of the polysiloxanes is in the range of from 500 to about 2,000, an alkoxysilyl-functional acrylic polymer, and a curing catalyst. The invention further relates to the preparation of an alkoxysilyl-functional acrylic polymer.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a base coating composition for decorated moldings containing silver plating layer and a top clear coating composition for decorated moldings containing silver plating layer, and decorated moldings obtainable by using these compositions; the compositions and moldings are to be excellent in silver deposition tendency, basecoat film smoothness, adhesion and/or film appearance.

Abstract: RTV organopolysiloxane compositions comprising (A) a diorganopolysiloxane having hydroxyl or alkoxysilyl groups at both ends, (B) a polyoxypropylene-modified silicone, (C) wet silica, and (D) a silane or siloxane having at least three silicon-bonded hydrolyzable groups have improved sag control and cure at room temperature into products with improved rubber physical properties and durability.

Abstract: A non-volatile lubricious coating composition is provided for use with medical devices, such as hypodermic needles, catheters, and the like. The coating composition includes a first siloxane polymer having a very low viscosity less than about 50 centistokes, a second siloxane polymer having a high viscosity greater than about 1,000 centistokes, a reactive silicone polymer which is capable of crosslinking upon exposure to radiation, such as a UV curable silicone acrylate, and a photoinitiator to accelerate cross-linking of the reactive silicone polymer. The coating composition may further include an aminofunctional siloxane polymer to promote adhesion to metal surfaces when used with needles. The coating composition provides flowability without the need for any volatile organic solvent, and is capable of curing to provide adhesion and lubricity.

Abstract: A photocurable composition, including (a) a photocurable monomer, e.g. a cationically curable monomer and/or a radically curable monomer; (b) reactive particles comprising a crosslinked elastomeric core, e.g. made of polysiloxane material, and a shell of reactive groups on an outer surface of the core, wherein the reactive groups comprise epoxy groups, ethylenically unsaturated groups, or hydroxy groups; and (c) an appropriate photoinitiator, e.g. a radical photoinitiator; and a cationic photoinitiator. A method of making a 3-D object from such a composition and a 3-D object made by the method are also provided. The cured composition generally has a smooth surface. The use of the reactive particles makes the composition more stable and the particles do not readily separate out.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel polyolefin compositions having variable hardness and/or toughness properties. The polyolefin compositions include: a polyolefin prepared by the metathesis of an olefin monomer using a ruthenium or osmium carbene catalyst; and one or more hardness and/or toughness modulators. The polyolefin is preferably poly(dicyclopentadiene), or poly-DCPD. Also provided are articles of manufacture, such as molded parts, produced from the polyolefin compositions. The disclosed compositions are useful in marine, recreational and sports products.