Abstract: The use of C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 alkyl butyrates, d-limonene, ethylene glycol monobutyl ether and C.sub.5 -C.sub.20 petroleum distillates and normal paraffins in place of methyl chloroform (1,1,1-trichloroethane) in conventional waterborne packaging and converting adhesives provides comparable or better adhesive products with reduced environmental and health related problems.

Abstract: Solution and RIM polymerization of cycloolefins containing at least one norbornene moiety is carried out in the presence of a methathesis catalyst system and an activator, particularly a chlorosilane activator, to obtain faster reaction with higher conversions at lower mold temperatures. The methathesis catalyst system includes an organoammonium molybdate or tungstate catalyst and an alkylaluminum or an alkylaluminum halide cocatalyst. The chlorosilane activator is used at a level of 0.05 to 10 millimoles per mole of the cycloolefin monomers. The polymers of cycloolefins can be impact modified and/or flame-retarded.

Abstract: An adhesive silicone composition comprising (A) an alkenyl group-containing organopolysiloxane, (B) an organohydrogen-polysiloxane having at least three hydrogen atoms each directly bonded to a silicon atom in a molecule, (C) a compound having at least one aliphatic unsaturated group and at least two phenyl skeletons in a molecule, and (D) a platinum catalyst is well adhesive to both metals and reins, and even to difficult-to-adhere resins such as nylon, polycarbonate and acryl resins.

Abstract: A conductive silicone rubber composition comprising (A) an organopolysiloxane, (B) conductive carbon black, and (C) an organic peroxide is improved in shelf stability by adding (D) a fatty acid or an acid anhydride thereto. The composition is subject to atmospheric hot air vulcanization to form a conductive silicone rubber having improved conductivity and physical properties.

Abstract: An improved process for making polyetheresters is disclosed. A polyether is reacted with an anhydride in the presence of a strong protic acid or a metal salt of a strong protic acid in an amount effective to promote insertion of the anhydride into carbon-oxygen bonds of the polyether to produce the polyetherester. Polyetheresters made by the process of the invention are useful in a wide variety of applications, particularly in the polyurethane and unsaturated polyester industries.

Abstract: A process for making polyetheresters is disclosed. A polyether is reacted with a carboxylic acid in the presence of a strong protic acid or a metal salt of a strong protic acid to promote insertion of the carboxylic acid into polyether carbon-oxygen bonds to produce a polyetherester. The polyetheresters are useful for various applications in the polyurethane and unsaturated polyester industries.

Abstract: Vibration dampening hydrosilation cured silicone formulations which cure at room temperature and, after a subsequent heat cure cycle, provide good primerless adhesion to aluminum and titanium substrates and improved adhesion to polymeric composite materials such as polyimide/glass fiber composite materials. The composition includes (a) a polyorganosiloxane having plural alkenyl groups thereon; (b) a polyorganosiloxane having plural silicon hydride groups thereon; (c) a hydrosilation catalyst, and (d) a combination of adhesion promoter compounds including at least one silane adhesion promoter compound; triallyl isocyanurate; and diallyl maleate. Still further improvements to polyimide substrates are provided when a primer is employed or the substrate is treated by a very brief exposure to a flame or to UV irradiation.

Abstract: This invention relates to a polyurea-imide RIM composition, molded articles of a polyurea-imide RIM composition, and a method of forming a polyurea-imide molded article.

Abstract: The invention relates to crosslinked carboxylic copolymers comprising an unsaturated carboxylic acid; a comonomer containing a polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated group, a crosslinking monomer selected from the group consisting of triallylisocyanurate, triallyl trimellitate, and gIyoxal bis(diallyl acetal) and an ethoxylated glyceride compound. The copolymer provides superior feel and appearance to a large variety of personal care and pharmaceutical products including cosmetics, creams, lotions and lipsticks.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fiber treatment compositions comprising an unsaturated acetate, an organohydrogensiloxane, a metal catalyst, and a dispersant selected from the group consisting of one or more surfactants and one or more solvents. The compositions of the present invention impart beneficial characteristics such as slickness, softness, compression resistance and water repellency to substrates such as fibers and fabrics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fiber treatment compositions comprising an unsaturated acetate, an organohydrogensiloxane, a metal catalyst, an organosilicon compound, and optionally a dispersant. The compositions of the present invention impart beneficial characteristics such as slickness, softness, compression resistance and water repellency to substrates such as fibers and fabrics.

Abstract: There is disclosed a novel silicone emulsion useful as a mold coating in aluminum die casting operations. The silicone emulsion of the invention comprises an aqueous dispersion of an organopolysiloxane of a particular general formula in combination with an alkyl diphenyl ether disulfate salt. The novel silicone emulsion of the invention exhibits stability even when diluted tens of times and subjected to mechanical shear. When applied to a heated mold surface, water is driven from the silicone emulsion and there is formed a oil film. The oil film allows for easy release of the cast part. Furthermore, the film exhibits good paintability and lubricity under extreme pressure.

Abstract: A biocompatible moldable curable polymer/monomer system capable of curing at ambient temperatures to provide an elastomer product while producing a lower exotherm than previously used systems. The system includes an alkyl acrylate or methacrylate homopolymer or copolymer; a monomer mixture of higher alkylacrylate or methacrylate combined with one or more of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid and their lower alkyl esters; and a plasticizer and optionally cross-linking agents, anti-tack agents, and activators or photoinitiators. The moldable systems is a dough used for making earmoulds and earpieces or in fabrication of prostheses.

Abstract: The stabilized organopolysiloxanes which comprise thiodiglycolic esters of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 can be identical or different monovalent, unsubstituted or halogen-substituted C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -hydrocarbon radicals,x and y, independently of one another, are each integers from 1 to 10 andn is an integer from 1 to 5.The stabilized organopolysiloxane oils are suitable for use as heat and power transfer media.

Abstract: Lubricant-containing aqueous preparations of copolymers are obtainable by polymerisation of(A) 70 to 95% by weight of a monomer mixture of(a) 20 to 90% by weight of an ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid, in particular of a monocarboxylic acid, or of a corresponding amide,(b) 10 to 80% by weight of a sulfonated, aliphatic or aromatic monovinyl compound, and(c) 0 to 25% by weight of N-vinylpyrrolidone or of an N-vinyl-substituted amide of a saturated aliphatic monocarboxylic acid in the presence of(B) 5 to 30% by weight of a polyol whose hydroxyl groups have been esterified with a fatty acid of 8 to 26 carbon atoms, the sum totals of (A) and (B) on the one hand and (a), (b) and (c) on the other each adding up to 100%.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for coating a substrate which comprises contacting the substrate with a low volatility organic (so-called "low VOC") coating composition having a viscosity as measured by ZAHN cup 2 of less than about 200 seconds and consisting essentially of at least one polyisocyanate prepolymer which is the reaction product of a polyisocyanate with an active hydrogen-containing compound selected from the group consisting of monoahls, polyols, imines, oxazolidines, and combinations thereof, a solvent in an amount of between 0% and 45% by weight based upon the amount of said polyisocyanate in said composition, and a tertiary amine catalyst, said composition being essentially free of any volatile mono- and di-isocyanates, and said composition being moisture curable upon exposure to atmospheric moisture. Also claimed is the coating composition itself.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a silicone rubber microsuspension which has an excellent high-concentration storage stability, and to a method for the preparation of a silicone rubber microsuspension. The silicone rubber microsuspension comprises a microparticulate silicone rubber having an average particle diameter not exceeding 10 micrometers, a nonionic surfactant whose HLB value is less than 10, a nonionic surfactant whose HLB value is at least 10, and water, with the proviso that the content of the microparticulate silicone rubber in the silicone rubber microsuspension is at least 50 weight percent. The method for the preparation of said silicone rubber microsuspension comprises mixing a liquid silicone rubber composition, a nonionic surfactant having an HLB value of less than 10, a nonionic surfactant having an HLB value of at least 10, and water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sulfonate containing water-dispersible or water-dissipatible sulfopolyester compositions. The sulfopolyesters utilize at least two dicarboxylic acids, one of which is a naphthalene dicarboxylic acid. This combination of dicarboxylic acids allows for the sulfopolyesters to maintain glass transition temperatures (Tg) of greater than 89.degree. C. and exhibit lower melt viscosities than sulfopolyesters containing all naphthalenediyl units or all isophthtaloyl units. The sulfopolyesters of this invention are useful in applications where improved heat and blocking resistance is required.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sulfonate containing water-dispersible or water-dissipatible sulfo-polyester compositions. The sulfo-polyesters of the present invention have a glass transition temperature of greater than 89.degree. C. In addition, the sulfo-polyesters have a dicarboxylic acid component of poly(ethylene-2,6-naphthalene dicarboxylate and a sulfo-monomer, and a diol component of at least 35 mole percent of a diol selected from ethylene glycol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, propane-1,2-diol and 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol. The sulfo-polyesters of this invention are useful in applications where increased abrasion resistance, inherent higher temperature process conditions, and improved blocking resistance are required such as in adhesives, coating materials, sizes, laminated products, aqueous printing inks, and films.

Abstract: An aqueous ambient dry paint coating based on vinyl acetate matrix polymer containing a chlorinated hydrocarbon modifier selected from a chlorinated hydrocarbon having a Tg below -20.degree. C. and a number average molecular weight between 150 and 5,000, where the coating is free of organic coalescing solvents as well as other volatile organic compounds (VOC). The matrix polymer is produced by mixing the chlorinated modifier with the vinyl acetate monomer and other ethylenic monomers, if any, to form an organic mixture, providing an aqueous micro dispersion of the organic mixture phase having droplet size less than 5 microns, and copolymerizing the monomer to produce a polymeric binder of vinyl acetate polymer containing chlorinated modifier, where the polymeric binder system and coating is free of coalescing organic solvent.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method of producing copolymer latices which are useful as binders in paper coating compositions capable of providing coated papers with good and balanced physical characteristics, including adhesive strength, water resistance, ink acceptability and sheet gloss and which can further be used as carpet backing agents and as adhesives.

Abstract: An aqueous ambient dry paint coating based on vinyl acetate matrix polymer containing a chlorinated hydrocarbon modifier selected from a chlorinated hydrocarbon having a Tg below -20.degree. C. and a number average molecular weight between 150 and 5,000, where the coating is free of organic coalescing solvents as well as other volatile organic compounds (VOC). The matrix polymer is produced by mixing the chlorinated modifier with the vinyl acetate monomer and other ethylenic monomers, if any, to form an organic mixture, providing an aqueous micro dispersion of the organic mixture phase having droplet size less than 5 microns, and copolymerizing the monomer to produce a polymeric binder of vinyl acetate polymer containing chlorinated modifier, where the polymeric binder system and coating is free of coalescing organic solvent.

Abstract: A water-based wax-free stable emulsion composition, useful as water sealer for wood, concrete and porous materials is disclosed. The water-based sealer composition forms a non-drying film that is water-repellant, flexible, self-sealing and allows passage of water vapor. The water-based sealer composition contains less than 400 grams per liter of volatile organic compounds. The water-based sealer composition is especially suited for above-grade applications in that it protects against absorption of water.

Abstract: Unreinforced polyamide molding materials containA) from 60 to 100% by weight of a mixture consisting ofA.sub.1) from 97.5 to 99.85% by weight of one or more polyamides,A.sub.2) from 0.05 to 0.5% by weight of aluminum hydroxide andA.sub.3) from 0.1 to 2% by weight of one or more esters or amides of saturated or unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acids of 10 to 40 carbon atoms with aliphatic saturated alcohols or amines of 2 to 40 carbon atomsand, based on the total weight of the polyamide molding material,B) from 0 to 40% by weight of a toughened polymer andC) from 0 to 10% by weight of conventional additives in effective amounts.

Abstract: The adhesive organopolysiloxane composition contains a compound having two or more allyl ester groups in combination with an adhesion imparting agent of a silicon compound having at least one group selected from the group consisting of an alkoxy group and an epoxy containing hydrocarbon group and also having at least one silicon-bonded hydrogen atom. This composition is markedly improved in adhesion to various substrates and durability of the adhesion.

Abstract: Polyvinyl chloride articles are chemically embossed by placing a pattern thereon with a composition of vinyl ink containing silicone oil wherein the quantity of silicone oil is from about 2.5% to 5% by weight of the composition and then top coating the article with a fluid coating of an aromatic-hydroxyl functional polyester and a multi-isocyanate curing agent which is cured in the presence of a vaporous tertiary amine catalyst to form an adherent film over said substrate and whereby the fluid coating retracts from over the siliconized ink prior to curing to form a concave pattern on the cured film which is in registry with the siliconized ink.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the discovery that certain additives of the type described in U.S. Pat. No. 3,726,952 effectively slow down the reaction rate of certain RIM systems based upon aliphatic amine terminated polyethers.

Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure: Polymers of olefinically unsaturated monomers and solutions of these polymers are obtainable by a process in which the olefinically unsaturated monomers are polymerized in the presence of a free radical initiator in solution under polymerization conditions which are otherwise predetermined, in such a way that the solvent and/or a liquid part of one or more reactants of the polymerization batch are initially taken and heated to the polymerization temperature, and some or the total amount of the monomers to be polymerized is fed continuously to the agitated initially taken part of the polymerization batch via one or more feeds, with maintenance or initiation of the polymerization, in such a way that the outlet orifice of the one or more feeds is located below the surface of the initially taken liquid part of the polymerization batch.

Abstract: An internally plasticized polyvinyl halide obtained by the polymerization of a vinyl halide monomer in the presence of a polyester polymeric plasticizer substantially derived from glutaric acid and a diol. Articles made therefrom exhibit a unique balance of improved permanence, low plasticizer extraction high clarity and low haze. The polymers are particularly suitable for use in automotive interior parts or containers for blood components or foodstuffs.

Abstract: A two part sealant cures rapidly in deep sections when the two parts are mixed together. A first part consists essentially of a hydroxyl endblocked polydiorganosiloxane, non-reinforcing, non-acidic filler, diacetamidosilane chain extender of the general formula ##STR1## and aminoxysilicone compound having from 1 to 100 silicone atoms per molecule and from 3 to 10 aminoxy groups per molecule. A second part consists essentially of a hydroxyl endblocked polydiorganosiloxane, non-reinforcing, non-acidic filler, and water. When mixed together, the two parts cure rapidly in deep sections.

Abstract: Moisture-curing jointing and sealing compounds containing polyurethane prepolymers are made more stable to weathering conditions by addition thereto of a reactive polysiloxane containing one or more functional groups which react with the polyurethane propolymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a rubber containing polymer bound functionalities. The process comprises the emulsion polymerization at a temperature ranging from about 0.degree. C. to about 25.degree. C. of (a) at least one functionalized monomer that contains a polymerizable vinyl group; with (b) at least one copolymerizable conjugated diene monomer selected from the group consisting of butadiene 1,3, 2-chlorobutadiene-1,3, isoprene, piperylene and conjugated hexadienes; wherein the polymerization is conducted in the presence of from (1) from 2 to 30 parts by weight of an ionic surfactant per 100 parts by weight of organic components and (2) about 1 to about 70 parts by weight of a plasticizer based on 100 parts by weight of total monomers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a masterbatch rubber containing polymer bound functionalized moieties. The process comprises the emulsion polymerization at a temperature from 40.degree. C. to 100.degree. C. of (a) at least one functionalized monomer that contains a polymerizable vinyl group; with (b) at least one copolymerizable conjugated diene monomer selected from the group consisting of butadiene-1,3,2 chlorobutadiene-1,3, isoprene, piperylene and conjugated hexadienes, wherein the polymerization is conducted in the presence of from (1) from 2 to 30 parts by weight of an ionic surfactant per 100 parts by weight of organic components and (2) about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of a plasticizer based on 100 parts by weight of total monomers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to coating compositions comprising a vinyl- or higher alkenyl-enblocked polydiorganosiloxane, a silicon-bonded hydrogen endblocked polydiorganosiloxane, a platinum catalyst, and an inhibitor which increase the release force of pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA's) adhered thereto. The compositions of the present invention can additionally comprise an organohydrogenpolysiloxane crosslinker. The present invention further relates to a method of release control by crosslink density (or bulk modulus) control.

Abstract: Polymer/polyol compositions, obtained by polymerizing an ethylenically unsaturated monomer in situ in a polyol in the presence of inner-olefin containing at least 5 carbon atoms, are of lower viscosity and can provide polyurethanes having improved properties. Polymer/polyol compositions, obtained by polymerizing an ethylenically unsaturated monomer, in situ in a polyol in the presence of an azo compound and a peroxide having a 10 hours half-life period temperature which is lower by at least 10.degree. C. than that of the azo compound, have improved stability even at higher styrene content.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a substantially clear and at least largely solventless, aqueous, one-component polyurethane dispersion based on the reaction products ofa polyol mixture consisting completely or partly of polypropylene glycol,a mixture of polyfunctional isocyanates consisting completely or partly of .alpha.,.alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.'-tetramethyl xylene diisocyanate (TMXDI),a functional component capable of salt formation in aqueous solution andoptionally a chain-extending agentas a universal household adhesive and to a process for its production in the absence of inert solvents.

Abstract: A highly stable emulsion of an organopolysiloxane suitable for use as a fabric-finishing agent is proposed which is prepared by mixing and agitating (a) an organopolysiloxane of a linear molecular structure having polyoxyalkylene groups and amino- or epoxy-substituted groups bonded to the silicon atoms, (b) a specified amount of a, preferably, non-ionic surface active agent having a specific HLB value and (c) water in an amount to form an oil-in-water type emulsion.

Abstract: Liquid silicone compositions are described that cure to rubber which exhibits a unique combination of properties including low compression set and unprimed adhesion to a variety of substrates. The compositions include silicone polymers curable by hydrosilation reaction and specific combinations of adhesion promoting materials. Compositions containing aluminum chelates and epoxytrialkoxysilanes have been found particularly useful when adhesion to metal substrates is desired. When the compositions are desired to adhere to plastic materials, it is advantageous to include along with the aluminum chelate and epoxytrialkoxysilane, a tetraalkyltitanate, an alkylpolysilicate, and an acrylate or methacrylate compound.

Abstract: An internally plasticized polyvinyl halide obtained by the polymerization of a vinyl halide monomer in the presence of a polyester polymeric plasticizer substantially derived from glutaric acid and a diol Articles made therefrom exhibit a unique balance of improved permanence, low plasticizer extraction high clarity and low haze. The polymers are particularly suitable for use in automotive interior parts or containers for blood components or foodstuffs.

Abstract: A process which comprises reacting maleic anhydride and a primary or secondary C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alcohol to form a maleic half ester, and then polymerizing the half ester and monoalkenyl aromatic monomer in ester solvent in the presence of a catalyst to form a solution of monoalkenyl aromatic monomer-maleic half ester copolymer having a weight average molecular weight of at least 110,000 Daltons. After formation of the copolymer, the reaction solution is neutralized to form a mixture of an alkaline salt solution of the copolymer and solvent and then the solvent is removed from the mixture.

Abstract: A composition and a method for forming an anti-reflective layer for DUV microlithographic processes is disclosed. The compositions of the present invention includes a polymer dissolved in a suitable solvent. The polymers are polysulfone and polyurea polymers which possess inherent light absorbing properties at deep ultraviolet wavelengths. In accordance with the method of the present invention, these compositions are applied to a substrate to form an anti-reflective coating, and thereafter a photoresist material that is compatible with the anti-reflective coating is applied.

Abstract: A coating composition having improved abrasion resistance is provided, which comprises (A) a composition comprising (1) an organooxy-chainstopped organopolysilsesquioxane, (2) a tetraorganotitanate, (3) (a) a siloxane-functionalized ester having the general formula (R.sup.3 O).sub.3-2n SiO.sub.n R.sup.4 OC(O)R.sup.5 C(O)OR.sup.6, wherein n is equal to 0, 1/2, or 1, each R.sup.3 is independently a saturated or unsaturated monovalent hydrocarbon radical containing from 1 to about 20 carbon atoms, R.sup.4 is a divalent hydrocarbon radical containing from 1 to about 20 carbon atoms, R.sup.5 is a divalent conjugated olefinic radical having from 2 to 4 carbon atoms, and R.sup.6 is R.sup.3 or R.sup.4 SiO.sub.n (OR.sup.3).sub.3-2n ; or (b) a cyanoorganotriorganooxysilane: and (4) an organic carboxylic acid ester; and (B) from 0% to about 85% of a volatile diluent.

Abstract: Superabsorbents made by the process of electron beam initiated polymerization of partially neutralized acrylic acid having improved absorbencies when a trivalent cationic salt, for example, Aluminum Acetate or a tetravalent cationic salt, for example, Platinum Tetrachloride, are added to the partially neutralized acrylic acid solution before polymerization is initiated.

Abstract: Silicone compositions comprising an organopolysiloxane composition and an organic compound capable of coordination with metals are described. Since the organic compound is preferentially adsorbed on a metal surface, the composition is particularly suitable for use in electric or electronic parts to prevent contact failure. A more specific embodiment comprises a diorganopolysiloxane of the average unit formula, R.sub.a SiO.sub.(4-a)/2, wherein each R independently represents an unsubstituted or substituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, and a is a value of from 1.90 to 2.05, a filler, an alkoxysilane or its hydrolyzate, a silylation catalyst made of an organic silicon compound having at least one specific type of group, an organic tin compound, another organosilicon compound capable of reaction with an alcohol in order to stabilize the composition, and an organic compound capable of coordination with metals.

Abstract: A composition and process for protecting, preserving, and renewing surfaces, especially rubber and other natural and synthetic polymers, leather, and wood is disclosed. The emulsions of the present invention are applied to the polymer surfaces and by virtue of the composition, once applied, the emulsion will break causing the deposition of a uniform coating of treatment chemical. The treatment chemical is formulated to protect, renew and preserve the polymer surface being treated. The treatment composition comprises dimethylpolysiloxane fluid, an aminofunctional dimethylpolysiloxane, a wetting agent, an emulsifier pair, and an agent which causes the emulsion to break when applied to the surface. Each component contributes to the performance of the composition and facilitates the proper deposition of treatment chemical.

Abstract: A process for preparing molded polymeric products including reacting a polyisocyanate with an active hydrogen-containing composition having internal mold release components. In the process, the active hydrogen-containing composition contains (a) a primary or secondary amine, (b) a metal salt of an organic material having a carboxylic acid group and a siloxane chain wherein, said metal is selected from Groups I-B, II-B, IV-B, V-B, VI-B, VII-B or VIII, and optionally (c) an organic material containing at least one carboxylic acid group, phosphorus-containing acid group or boron-containing acid group wherein said organic material contains a siloxane chain or contains a terminal or pendant aliphatic hydrocarbon chain.

Abstract: This invention relates to crystalline, isocyanate group-containign hot melt adhesives based onfrom 70-95% by weight of a prepolymer A based on polyester diols having a molecular weight of from 1500 to 10,000 and melting points of from 50.degree. to 90.degree. C. and diisocyanates in a ratio of isocyanate groups of the diisocyanate to the hydroxyl groups of the polyester diol of from 3:1 to 1.2:1 andfrom 5-30% by weight of a component B having a molecular weight of from 1000 to 10,000 based on polyesters having melting points of from 60.degree. to 150.degree. C., in which component B contains at most 0.5 Zerewitinow active groups per molecule.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel internal release agent, a mixture of isocyanate reactive materials containing the release agent and a RIM process using the release agent. The novel release agent is a reaction product of 1) a polyester prepared by reacting (a) a polymerized fatty acid with (b) a relatively low molecular weight hydroxy group containing compound, and 2) a saturated monocarboxylic acid.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel internal release agent, a mixture of isocyanate reactive materials containing the release agent and a RIM process using the release agent. The novel release agent is an ester prepared by reacting a specific tetrol with a mixture of a saturated and an unsaturated acid.

Abstract: An improved process is provided for the preparation of siloxane-oxyalkylene block copolymer surfactant compositions which utilize a hydrosilylation reaction with a monocarboxylate ester of an alkanediol as the reaction solvent. The reaction solvent need not be removed from the block copolymer, particularly when the block copolymer is used as a surfactant for polyurethane foam formulations. 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol monoisobutyrate is the preferred reaction solvent.