Abstract: The present invention relates to a two-component composition comprising a first component and a second component, wherein the first component being a pre-accelerated resin composition comprising an unsaturated polyester resin or vinyl ester resin and a copper2+ compound, at least one N-containing organic base selected from an amine compound and/or an ammonium salt; and wherein copper is present in an amount of at least 50 ppm (relative to the primary resin system), wherein the resin composition contains less than 0.01 mmol cobalt per kg primary resin system, the resin composition has an acid value in the range of from 0.001-300 mg KOH/g of resin composition, the molecular weight of the resin containing reactive unsaturations is in the range of from 500 to 200,000 g/mole and wherein the second component comprises a peroxide compound.

Abstract: Polycarbonate nanocomposites comprising a polycarbonate matrix having non-oxidized metal nanoparticles dispersed therein are disclosed. The polycarbonate nanocomposite is produced by a process comprising forming a reaction mixture comprising a dihydroxy compound, an activated carbonate, a metal precursor, and a solvent; and in-situ polymerizing the reaction mixture to form a nanocomposite comprising a polycarbonate matrix and metal nanoparticles dispersed therein. The metal precursor comprises a metal selected from a specified group. The nanocomposites have improved mechanical, optical, electrical and/or magnetic properties. Also disclosed are articles formed from such polycarbonate nanocomposites.

Abstract: The invention relates to copper-containing metal pigments, wherein the copper-containing metal pigments have an elemental copper content of at least 50 wt. %, relative to the total weight of the uncoated copper-containing metal pigment, wherein the copper-containing metal pigments have at least one enveloping metal oxide layer and at least one enveloping chemically non-reactive plastic layer, wherein the sum of the amounts of the at least one chemically non-reactive plastic layer and of the at least one metal oxide layer lies in a range of from 10 to 50 wt. %, relative to the weight of the uncoated metal pigment, and the weight ratio of the at least one metal oxide layer to the at least one chemically non-reactive plastic layer lies in a range of from 1:2 to 1:20. The invention furthermore relates to a method for producing these pigments and the use thereof.

Abstract: A resin-coated metallic pigment in which a coating layer constituted of a single layer or a plurality of layers is formed on a surface of a base particle, an outermost layer of the coating layer being composed of a resin which is a polymer containing one or more compounds selected from a monomer and an oligomer having two or more polymerizable double bonds as a constituent unit, and a surface portion of the outermost layer being treated with a surface modifier which is a compound having one polymerizable double bond.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a curable composition to be prepared by mixing a base paste and a catalyst paste, the base paste comprising (A) a hardenable compound comprising at least two aziridine moieties, and (B) a metal containing component containing anions and/or ligands, the metal containing component being present in an amount of about 0.1 to about 5 wt.-%, the metal being selected from Zn, Cu, Co, Ni, Ag and combinations thereof, the anions or ligands being selected from oxide, hydroxyl, (hydro)carbonate, sulphate, nitrate, halide, lactate, benzoate, wolframate, linear or branched aliphatic carboxylic acid anions, ligands having not more than two coordinating moieties and combinations thereof, the catalyst paste comprising (C) a Lewis acid, the composition optionally further comprising (D) a retarder, (E) filler and (F) additive(s).

Abstract: Improved mechanical properties of either clay or carbon nanotube (CNT)-reinforced polymer matrix nanocomposites are obtained by pre-treating nanoparticles and polymer pellets prior to a melt compounding process. The clay or CNTs are coated onto the surfaces of the polymer pellets by a milling process. The introduction of moisture into the mixture of the nanoparticles and the polymer pellets results in the nanoparticles more easily, firmly, and thoroughly coating onto the surfaces of the polymer pellets.

Abstract: Polycarbonate nanocomposites comprising a polycarbonate matrix having non-oxidized metal nanoparticles dispersed therein are disclosed. The polycarbonate nanocomposite is produced by a process comprising forming a reaction mixture comprising a dihydroxy compound, an activated carbonate, a metal precursor, and a solvent; and in-situ polymerizing the reaction mixture to form a nanocomposite comprising a polycarbonate matrix and metal nanoparticles dispersed therein. The metal precursor comprises a metal selected from a specified group. The nanocomposites have improved mechanical, optical, electrical and/or magnetic properties. Also disclosed are articles formed from such polycarbonate nanocomposites.

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: Polycarbonate nanocomposites comprising a polycarbonate matrix having non-oxidized metal nanoparticles dispersed therein are disclosed. The polycarbonate nanocomposite is produced by a process comprising forming a reaction mixture comprising a dihydroxy compound, an activated carbonate, a metal precursor, and a solvent; and in-situ polymerizing the reaction mixture to form a nanocomposite comprising a polycarbonate matrix and metal nanoparticles dispersed therein. The metal precursor comprises a metal selected from a specified group. The nanocomposites have improved mechanical, optical, electrical and/or magnetic properties. Also disclosed are articles formed from such polycarbonate nanocomposites.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a two-component composition comprising a first component and a second component, wherein the first component being a non-aqueous resin composition comprising an unsaturated polyester resin or vinyl ester resin, a transition metal compound selected from a copper, iron, manganese or titanium compound, a potassium compound, and the resin composition contains less than 0.01 mmol cobalt per kg primary resin system and less than 0.01 mmol vanadium per kg primary resin system; and the second component comprises a peroxide compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing a colloidal metal solution, which comprises a first step of forming colloidal metal particles with a sulfur compound of low molecular weight on the particle surfaces in a solution, a second step of adjusting the solution to a pH of not more than 5, thereby aggregating the colloidal metal particles and recovering the colloidal metal particles by filtration, and a third step of dispersing the recovered colloidal metal particles into a dispersion medium at a pH of 8-14.

Abstract: The present invention provides a solubilizing agent that can give solubility or dispersibility in resins to copper-containing phosphorus compounds, and a composition containing the solubilizing agent. The solubilizing agent of the invention comprises a compound represented by the following general formula (100) having a main chain with an oxyalkylene unit. [wherein R111 represents hydrogen or a b-valent organic group, R112 represents C2-4 alkylene, R113 represents hydrogen, alkyl, aryl or acyl, a represents an integer of 1-50 and b represents an integer of 1-4.

Abstract: A silicone resin composition comprising fine inorganic particles, wherein the silicone resin composition is obtained by a step comprising reacting (A) a bifunctional alkoxysilane and/or a dual end-disilanol, and (B) a compound having an alkoxysilyl group at an end of a molecule, in the presence of a dispersion of said fine inorganic particles. The silicone resin composition of the present invention can be suitably used for, for example, encapsulating materials, coating materials, molding materials, surface-protecting materials, adhesive agents, bonding agents, and the like.

Abstract: A process is proposed for preparing polymers filled with nanoscale metal oxides and comprises the following steps: a) preparing a nanosuspension of one or more crystalline metal oxides, hydroxides or oxide hydroxides by heating a suspension of one or more compounds comprising the corresponding metals in a first polymerizable compound to a temperature greater than the boiling point of water under process pressure and less than the boiling temperature of the first polymerizable compound and also less than the temperature at which the polymerization of the first polymerizable compound commences, ?in the presence of water in an amount corresponding to 1 to 10 oxygen atoms per metal atom of the compound or compounds comprising the corresponding metals, and b) polymerizing the first polymerizable compound under pressure and temperature conditions typical for the first polymerizable compound.

Abstract: A method for selecting materials and processing conditions to prepare a heterogeneous structure in situ via the reaction of a homogeneous mixture of a reactive organic compound and a filler, which may then optionally be sintered. The method is employed to provide a heterogeneous composite possessing exceptionally high thermal and/or electrically conductivities for a given concentration of conductive filler. The choice of materials as well as processing conditions employed, as will be described below, have a strong effect on the rate domain formation/heterogeneity of the structure formed, the extent of filler particle-particle interactions within filler-rich domains, and ultimately the thermal and/or electrical conductivity. Proper choice of these conditions can lead to composites having enhanced properties at a reduced bulk filler concentration.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of polymer magnetic particles, which comprises: providing a water phase containing magnetic components homogeneously dispersed therein, wherein the water phase is contacted with or further contains a polymerisable metal-containing or organic monomer which is soluble in the water phase, and polymerizing the monomer in the presence of the magnetic components so as to form polymer magnetic particles in which the magnetic components are substantially uniformly distributed; wherein at least a part of the polymerizing step is carried out in a water-in-oil emulsion in which the water phase containing the magnetic components homogenously dispersed therein is present as a discontinuous phase in a continuous oil phase.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for production of polyester resins containing nanodisperse nanoscale additives as binder for powder paints, whereby firstly at least one precursor compound for nanoscale solid particles to be formed is added to the reaction starting materials during the resin synthesis and distributed in the reaction starting materials. The precursor compound(s) which may be reacted at a temperature between 30? and 260° C., preferably between 80° and 250° C., are reacted to give the desired nanoscale solid particles under the effect of a reaction temperature in the range between 30? and 260° C., preferably between 80? and 250° C., the nanoscale solid particles thus formed being nanodispersedly distributed in the polyester resin.

Abstract: A thermoconductive curable liquid polymer composition including (A) a curable liquid polymer, (B) a filler made from a thermally-elongatable shape-memory alloy, and (C) a thermoconductive filler other than (B). A semiconductor device having a semiconductor element glued or coated with the thermoconductive curable liquid polymer composition.

Abstract: The optical filter of the present invention is provided with a near infrared light absorption layer that contains a component composed of copper ions and a phosphoric ester compound expressed by the following Formula (10), in which the phosphorus atom content in the near infrared light absorption layer is 0.4 to 1.3 mol per mole of copper ions, and the copper ion content in the near infrared light absorption layer is 2 to 60 wt %.

Abstract: The invention relates to a redox initiator system which allows dental formulations to be cured in acidic medium by way of a free-radical polymerization and which ensures a high level of adhesion of the polymerizing composition to the hard substances of the teeth, namely enamel and, in particular, dentine. The redox initiator system comprises the following constituents: (A) from 14.9 to 50% by weight of a barbituric acid or thiobarbituric acid and/or of a barbituric or thiobarbituric acid derivative, (B) from 30 to 75% by weight of a peroxodisulfate compound and/or peroxodiphosphate compound, (C) from 10 to 35% by weight of a sulfinic acid compound, and (D) from 0.1 to 5% by weight of a copper compound.

Abstract: Monolayer packages comprised of an oxygen scavenging composition suitable for direct contact with package contents and recycle with other polyester bottles are disclosed. The oxygen scavenging composition is comprised of a modified copolymer which is comprised of predominantly polyester segments and an oxygen scavenging amount of oxygen scavenging segments. The polyester segments comprise segments derived from typical bottling and packaging polyesters such as PET and PEN. Use of these oxygen scavenging copolymers in bottles provides a clear and rigid monolayer bottle similar in appearance to unmodified polyester bottles. In a series of preferred embodiments, bottles fabricated with the oxygen scavenging copolymers of this invention are over 99 wt % PET and contain less than 50 ppb of extractable components.

Abstract: This invention relates to an article comprising a bio-supportive matrix comprising at least one bio-limiting agent and at least one nutritional source on a substrate. The invention also relates to the bio-supportive matrix and methods of using the matrix. The present invention can be used as a biological barrier to unwanted organisms, such as animals and plants, by producing allelochemicals that either kill or repel those organisms. The invention could be used as a coating on a vessel to prevent fouling of vessels. The invention may also be used to manufacture specific allelochemicals such as drugs or pharmaceuticals. The invention also relates to a method of preparing a bio-limiting ecological substrate useful as a means for producing allelochemicals, comprising the steps of providing a bio-supportive matrix as described above, and exposing the matrix to the environment, wherein the matrix is prepared to provide a biomass that produces the desired allelochemicals.

Abstract: A dental material comprising a hardenable resin, a non-heavy metal oxide particle and a heavy metal oxide. The dental materials can be radiopaque, strong, translucent, or resistant to toothbrush abrasion, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides a catalyst for polyester production capable of producing a polyester with high catalytic activity and a process for producing a polyester using the catalyst. The catalyst for polyester production comprises a solid titanium compound which is obtained by dehydro-drying a hydrolyzate obtained by hydrolysis of a titanium halide and which has a molar ratio (OH/Ti) of a hydroxyl group (OH) to titanium (Ti) exceeding 0.09 and less than 4. The present invention also provides a method to obtain a polyester having a small increase of the acetaldehyde content during the molding. This method comprises bringing a polyester, which is obtained by the use of a titanium compound catalyst and in which the reaction has been completed, into contact with a phosphoric ester aqueous solution or the like having a concentration of not less than 10 ppm in terms of phosphorus atom.

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: Polyesters may be prepared by reacting an amyl diiodide, an aliphatic or aryl diol and carbon monoxide in presence of a catalyst and an organic base. The process is preferentially carried out in a solvent. The catalyst is a heterogeneous catalyst containing a metal selected from a group containing Palladium, Platinum, Nickel and Cobalt. Following the formation of polyester, the catalyst can be easily separated and efficiently recycled.

Abstract: A composition and devices utilizing these compositions for providing protection against electrical overstress including a matrix formed of a mixture of an insulating binder, conductive particles having an average particle size of less than 10 microns, and semiconductive particles having an average particle size of less than 10 microns. The compositions exhibit improved clamping voltages in a range of about 30 volts to greater than 2,000 volts.

Abstract: A radiation-curable formulation employs an electrically conductive primary filler, comprised of elements of elongate form and having surfaces that reflect the actinic radiation to which the photoinitiator employed is responsive, and a secondary filler that is electrically semiconducting and is substantially transparent to the actinic radiation; silver-coated cylindrical fibers or rods will typically constitute the primary conductive filler. Solid deposits cured from the formulation may function, for example, as sealing elements, gaskets, solder joints, and coatings.

Abstract: A radiation-curable formulation employs an electrically conductive filler comprised of elements of elongate form, which elements have surfaces that reflect the actinic radiation to which the photoinitiator employed is responsive. Silver-coated cylindrical fibers or rods will typically constitute the conductive filler, and solid deposits cured from the formulation may function as, for example, sealing elements, gaskets, and solder-like joints. In certain preferred embodiments the formulation will include an active oxygen free radical-generating catalyst, the presence of which enhances curing even though the reaction conditions are such that normal thermal catalysis temperatures are not attained.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process of atom (or group) transfer radical polymerization for the synthesis of novel homopolymer or a block or graft copolymer, optionally containing at least one polar group, with well defined molecular architecture and narrow polydispersity index, in the presence of an initiating system comprising (i) an initiator having a radically transferrable atom or group, (ii) a transition metal compound, and (iii) a ligand; the present invention is also directed to the synthesis of a macromolecule having at least two halogen groups which can be used as a macroinitiator component (i) to subsequently form a block or graft copolymer by an atom or group transfer radical polymerization process; the present invention is also directed to a process of atom or group transfer radical polymerization for the synthesis of a branched or hyperbranched polymer; in addition, the present invention is directed to a process of atom or group transfer radical polymerization for the synthesis of a ma

Abstract: A zinc oxide-filled addition-curable silicone rubber composition comprises (A) a diorganopolysiloxane containing at least two alkenyl groups in its molecule, (B) an organohydrogenpolysiloxane containing at least two hydrogen atoms bonded to silicon atoms in its molecule, (C) a platinum family metal catalyst, and (D) a zinc oxide powder surface treated with a tetraalkoxy silane and/or a partial hydrolysis-condensation product thereof. The composition can further comprise (E) a high thermal-conductive filler. The composition scarcely generates hydrogen gas during storage so as to have an excellent storage stability and provides a cured product excellent in heat resistance, electrical insulating properties, and adhesion to various metals, semiconductors, etc. while keeping good physical properties as a rubber.

Abstract: The invention relates to a star-shaped branched polyamide that has a high thermal stability and can be produced in existing production facilities for the corresponding linear polyamide. This is achieved by allowing the polyamide branches, at least three, to be formed from a multifunctional core having functional groups chosen from the group comprising amine and carboxyl groups, the amine or carboxyl groups being bound to an acyclic compound in which branching occures, if it is branched, at a carbon atom, or via an acyclic chain to a heterocyclic compound showing point symmetry.The process for the preparation is carried out under the conditions of the preparation of the corresponding linear polyamide. It proves to be possible to obtain, after shorter polymerization times, a product with mechanical properties that are comparable with those of the linear polyamide after significantly longer polymerization times.

Abstract: A composition comprising (A) at least one mercapto-functional organosilicon compound having an average of a least two mercapto groups per molecule and (B) a cure initiator. The mercapto-functional organosilicon compound may include mercapto-functional organosilanes, mercapto-functional organosiloxanes, and mercapto-functional copolymers. The compositions of the present invention polymerize or cure to form compositions comprising reaction products of components (A) and (B). The cure initiator is a metal salt that produces a uniform cure throughout the composition, regardless of the amount of oxygen present. The cured products range in properties from soft gels to though elastomers to hard resins and are useful as molded articles, electrical encapsulants, and sealants.

Abstract: The invention relates to a RTV silicone composition having increased hot oil resistance upon curing. The RTV silicone composition comprises a polydiorganosiloxane, an acyloxy-functional crosslinker, a metal salt of a carboxylic acid catalyst, a filler, and a metal acetate. In a preferred embodiment a metal acetylacetonate is also added.

Abstract: The invention relates to a RTV silicone composition having increased hot oil resistance upon curing. The RTV silicone composition comprises a polydiorganosiloxane, an acyloxy-functional crosslinker, a metal salt of a carboxylic acid catalyst, a filler, and a metal acetylacetonate. In a preferred embodiment a metal oxide is also added.

Abstract: An adhesive composition which comprises:(A) 100 parts by weight of a polyorganosiloxane represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## (wherein R.sup.1 s may be the same or different from each other and each represent a monovalent hydrocarbon group or a halogen-substituted hydrocarbon group; and n is a positive integer);(B) 0.5 to 10 parts by weight of a tetraalkoxysilane represented by the following formula:R.sup.2.sub.a Si(OR.sup.3).sub.4-a (II)(wherein R.sup.2 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, a phenyl group or a vinyl group; R.sup.3 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms or an alkoxy-substituted alkyl group having 3 to 6 carbon atoms; and a is 0 or 1),or a partially hydrolyzed condensate thereof; and(C) 0.1 to 15 parts by weight of a trialkoxysilane represented by the formula (III):R.sup.4 (R.sup.5).sub.b Si(OR.sup.6).sub.3-b (III)(wherein R.sup.4 represents a substituted or unsubstituted aminoalkyl group; R.sup.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dendritic macromolecule with branches prepared from halogen cyanide units composed of a monohalogenated hydrocarbon compound comprising 3-50 carbon atoms and at least one cyanide group, the halogen and the cyanide group being separated from one another by at least 3 carbon atoms. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of a dendritic macromolecule, comprising a core and at least one branch emanating from the core, characterized in that the process comprises the steps a) through c):a) substantially every functional group of the core molecule is reacted with monomeric halogen cyanide unitsb) substantially every incorporated cyanide group is reduced to an aminec) substantially every amine group is reacted with monomeric halogen cyanide units,steps b) and c) being conducted alternately.

Abstract: A primer composition for the treatment of a tooth surface, which comprises a) at least one metal compound selected from the group consisting of an iron compound, a copper compound and a cobalt compound, b) a polymerizable monomer having an acidic group, and c) water or water and an organic solvent miscible with water; and a method of forming an adhesive layer on a tooth surface, which comprises applying this primer composition to the tooth surface and then applying a curable composition containing trialkylborane or partial oxide thereof and a polymerizable monomer. According to the present invention, both the enamel and the dentin of a tooth can be simultaneously surface-treated without acid treatment or washing with water, and adhesion dental treatment can be reliably carried out by a simple operation without causing pains on a patient.

Abstract: A new thermoplastic homopolymer of o-cresol which is a poly(2-methylphenylene oxide) having a high molecular weight distribution is described. The polymer is prepared using a 2 and/or 6 substituted pyridine catalyst to the molecular weight distribution. The homopolymer can be blended with other thermoplastic polymers. The homopolymer is rapidly biodegraded, particularly in soil containing soil microorganisms.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an optical filter comprising: a resin material obtained by copolymerizing a monomer represented by the following formula (I) and a monomer copolymerizable therewith; and a metallic compound mainly composed of a copper compound;PO(OH).sub.n R.sub.3-n (I)wherein R represents ##STR1## (wherein X represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, and m is an integer of 0 to 5), and n is 1 or 2.

Abstract: A stable dispersion of a finely divided solid such as a pigment in an organosiloxane composition can be prepared as a homogeneous thixotropic liquid, paste or gel by blending the solid with a finely divided, partially treated silica, a specified class of liquid diorganosiloxane/oxyalkylene copolymers and, as a diluent, at least one liquid organosiloxane oligomer having a density lower than the density of the dispersed solid. The gels and pastes convert to flowable liquids when subjected to shearing forces.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ceramic materials containing a homogeneous dispersion of one or more metals, particularly sol-gel ceramic materials, a method of preparing the same, and processes for hydrogenating or oxidizing organic compounds using the same.

Abstract: Composite materials that contain nanoscaled particles are produced in thata) a compound, which is soluble in the solvent and belongs to a metal of the groups 6 to 15 of the periodic system or lanthanides,is reacted in an organic solvent withb) a precipitating reagent in order to form antimonides, arsenides, chalcogenides, halogenides or phosphides of the metal of the metal compound (a) in the present ofc) a bifunctional compound, which exhibits at least one electron pair-donor group and at least one group, which can be converted through polymerization or polycondensation into an organic or inorganic network;the resulting stabilized sol of nanoscaled particles is mixed withd) a compound, which can be polymerized or cured thermally or photochemically into a polymer, ande) a polymerization initiator;a hydrolysis and polycondensation of the optionally present groups that can be converted into an inorganic network is conducted; and the material is cured thermally of photochemically.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an optical filter comprising: a resin material obtained by copolymerizing a monomer represented by the following formula (I) and a monomer copolymerizable therewith; and a metallic compound mainly composed of a copper compound;PO(OH).sub.n R.sub.3-n (I)wherein R represents ##STR1## (wherein X represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, and m is an integer of 0 to 5), and n is 1 or 2.

Abstract: A silane-containing methacrylate resin composition which produces non-yellowing polymers. The composition contains 20-99.9% by weight (meth)acrylic acid ester, optionally other comonomers or polymers and softeners as well as 0.1-30% by weight of a silane. 100 parts by weight of this mixture are polymerized in the presence of a free radical initiator, Cu.sup.2+ and a quaternary amine. The components can be stored in premixtures and brought to reaction. The polymer can be used in glass laminates.

Abstract: This invention provides polymeric particles uniformly coated with colloidal cupric oxide particles by forming a suspension of polymer particles as a discontinuous phase in a continuous aqueous phase containing a colloidal cupric oxide suspension stabilizer.

Abstract: A corrosion inhibiting, EMI/RFI shielding composition is provided comprising a polyurethane resin which comprises a hydroxy or amine functional first polymer and an isocyanate, or isocyanurate terminated second polymer, a stabilized conductive filler, and an azole. In one embodiment of the invention a composition is provided comprising a polyurethane which comprises a fluoroolefin vinyl ether and an isocyanurate, a stabilized copper powder, and a triazole selected from the group consisting of alkyl substituted aromatic triazoles and other azoles. The invention further provides a method of composition a substrate with a composition of the invention in order to provide EMI/RFI shielding and prevent corrosion, and a substrate thus coated.

Abstract: An adhesive showing a strong bonding effect on dentin characterized by comprising in combination a primer comprising a water-miscible monomer and a salt of copper, iron or cobalt, and a curing composition comprising a methacrylate monomer and a polymerization initiator containing a (thio)barbituric acid derivative as one component.

Abstract: A two component type polyurethane adhesive is provided for fiberglass reinforced plastics which requires no cleaning, preparation or treatment of the surface, and the like. The curative component is a nitrogen-free liquid polyether or polyester in an amount such that in association with a urethane prepolymer component containing free NCO groups, the ratio of the free NCO groups in the prepolymer component to the OH groups in said curative component is at least 1.2 and desirably at least 1.35. Such high NCO/OH ratios have unexpectedly been found to provide good adhesion and especially good humidity adhesion and peel strength adhesion to fiberglass reinforced plastics or metal surfaces which are free from any surface treatment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a catalyst for polyester production capable of producing a polyester with high catalytic activity, a process for producing a polyester using the catalyst and a polyester produced thereby. The catalyst comprises a solid titanium compound obtained by dehydro-drying a hydrolyzate obtained by hydrolysis of a titanium halide and which has a molar ratio (OH/Ti) of a hydroxyl group (OH) to titanium (Ti) exceeding 0.09 and less than 4. In the process, the polyester is obtained by polycondensing an aromatic dicarboxylic acid, or an ester-forming derivative thereof, and an aliphatic diol, or ester-forming derivative thereof, in the presence of the catalyst. The resulting polyester has excellent transparency and tint, a titanium content of 1 to 100 ppm, a magnesium content of 1 to 200 ppm and a magnesium to titanium weight ratio of not less than 0.01.