Abstract: A polyurethane composition consisting of a first component and a second component, wherein the first component contains a polyol having an OH functionality in the range from 1.5 to 4 and an average molecular weight in the range from 250 to 15 000 g/mol, a diol having two hydroxyl groups joined via a C2 to C9 carbon chain, and a compound having at least one thiol group. In addition, one of the two components additionally contains at least one metal catalyst for the reaction of hydroxyl groups and isocyanate groups that is able to form thio complexes, and the molar ratio of all NCO groups in the polyisocyanurates to all OH groups in the polyols is 0.9:1-1.2:1, and the polyurethane composition, directly after mixing of the components at 23° C., is free-flowing, and has a viscosity of <5000 Pa·s at a shear rate of 0.01 s?1.

Abstract: The embodiments herein provide a solvent borne pigment paste comprising an alkyd, where the alkyd is obtainable by a process including the steps of a. producing an OH-functional alkyd from a non-drying oil or fatty acid, one or more polyols, and a first anhydride; where the non-drying oil or fatty acid has an iodine number ?115; b. esterification of the OH-functional alkyd with trimellitic anhydride (TMA), where at least 80% of the esterified TMA residues has two free carboxylic groups. In some embodiments, at least 85%, at least 90%, or at least 98% of the esterified TMA residues has two free carboxylic groups.

Abstract: Disclosed are a hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene-based polyurethane (HTPB-PU)-modified asphalt and a preparation method thereof. In the disclosure, the HTPB-PU-modified asphalt includes the following components in parts by weight: 90 parts to 97 parts of a base asphalt and 3 parts to 10 parts of HTPB-PU, where the HTPB-PU is prepared from raw materials including an isocyanate and a polyol, and the polyol includes hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) with a weight percentage of not less than 80%.

Abstract: A flame-retardant urethane resin composition comprises a polyisocyanate compound, a polyol compound, a trimerization catalyst, a foaming agent, a foam stabilizer, and an additive, in which the trimerization catalyst is at least one selected from the group consisting of a nitrogen-containing aromatic compound, a carboxylic acid alkali metal salt, a tertiary ammonium salt, and a quaternary ammonium salt, and the additive comprises red phosphorus and at least one selected from the group consisting of a phosphoric acid ester, a phosphate-containing flame retardant, a bromine-containing flame retardant, a boron-containing flame retardant, an antimony-containing flame retardant, and a metal hydroxide.

Abstract: A composition including a first component containing at least one polyol and at least one compound having at least one reactive group of the formula (I), and a second component containing at least one aromatic polyisocyanate and/or at least one polymer containing aromatic isocyanate groups. The composition has a long open time and, even in the case of small amounts of compound having at least one reactive group of the formula (I), enables elastic coatings having improved mechanical properties without causing problems with odor emissions or migration effects. It is thus particularly suitable as a coating for floors or roof areas.

Abstract: The invention relates to cyanate ester resin blends containing resveratrol-based cyanate esters. At room temperature, the cyanate ester resin blend offers improved processability by remaining a liquid or forming a solid that melts at less than 70° C. The cyanate ester resin blend includes a resveratrol-based cyanate ester and a flexible cyanate ester having a configuration different than that of the resveratrol-based cyanate ester, where the resveratrol-based cyanate ester is no more than 80% of the total mass of the cyanate esters in the cyanate ester resin blend. A composite product can include the cyanate ester resin blend and a support material. When making the composite product, the support material is combined with the cyanate resin blend and cured at temperatures ranging from about 100° C. to about 300° C.

Abstract: The present intraoral sensing apparatus is configured to be installed in an oral cavity, and is provided with an electronic device equipped with electronic components mounted on a circuit board; a first dental resin material which completely covers the electronic device; a second dental resin material which completely covers the first dental resin material; and an intraoral instrument having a first recess in which the electronic device covered with the first dental resin material and the second dental resin material is accommodated.

Abstract: A process for preparing a polymeric membrane for soil materials used in crop production comprising providing an aqueous dispersion of polyurethane and spraying the aqueous dispersion onto soil materials to be used in crop production to form a polymeric membrane.

Abstract: A method of treating wood includes subjecting the wood to a vacuum environment, and thereafter contacting the wood under positive pressure with an aldehyde and an isocyanate, both the aldehyde and the isocyanate being in liquid form.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods of forming solid-state ionically conductive composite materials that include particles of an inorganic phase in a matrix of an organic phase. The organic phase includes a cross-linked polyurethane network. The methods involve forming the composite materials from a precursor that is cross-linked in-situ after being mixed with the particles. The cross-linking occurs under applied pressure that causes particle-to-particle contact. Once cross-linked, the applied pressure may be removed with the particles immobilized by the polymer matrix. The polyurethane network is configured for easy processability of uniform films and may be characterized by a hard phase content of at least 20%.

Abstract: Embodiments provide a coating material containing: (A) 100 parts by mass of an acrylic curable resin; (B) 5-200 parts by mass of aluminum oxide particles having an average particle size of 1-100 ?m; (C) 0.1-20 parts by mass of aluminum oxide fine particles having an average particle size of 1-100 nm; and (D) 1-100 parts by mass of a compound having two or more isocyanate groups per molecule. In one embodiment, the acrylic curable resin (A) includes: (a1) a structural unit derived from a hydroxy group-containing (meth)acrylic acid ester; (a2) a structural unit derived from a vinyl aromatic compound; and (a3) a structural unit derived from a (meth)acrylic acid alkyl ester. In one embodiment, the acrylic curable resin (A) may contain, in addition to the structural units (a1) and (a2): (a3-1) a structural unit derived from methyl methacrylate; and (a3-2) a structural unit derived from an aliphatic (including alicyclic) alkyl ester having 4 or more carbon atoms of a (meth)acrylic acid.

Abstract: A process for preparing a polymeric membrane for soil materials used in crop production comprising providing an aqueous dispersion of polyurethane and spraying the aqueous dispersion onto soil materials to be used in crop production to form a polymeric membrane.

Abstract: Described herein is a process for the production of a pultrudate by mixing (a) di- or polyisocyanates, (b) compounds having at least two groups reactive toward isocyanates, (c) catalyst, (d) mold-release agent, and optionally, (e) other auxiliaries and additional substances, to give a pultrusion resin system, and wetting and hardening a fiber material therewith, where the di- and polyisocyanates (a) are mixed with a polyol component (B) including compounds (b) having at least two groups reactive toward isocyanates, catalysts (c) mold-release agents (d) and optionally other auxiliaries and additional substances (e), and the pH of the polyol component (B) is in the range from 6.5 to 8.5. Also described herein is a pultrudate obtainable by this process.

Abstract: An improved protected graphics assembly according to the invention comprises the following sequential layers: optionally, at least one adhesive layer; at least one graphics layer; and at least one outwardly exposed polymer layer that is essentially free of low surface energy materials and has a gloss value of greater than 90 when tested according to ASTM D2457-03 at a 60-degree angle. The assembly is beneficially applied to a variety of articles and used in a variety of related methods. In an exemplary embodiment, a race car comprises a protected graphics assembly that comprises: optionally, at least one adhesive layer; at least one outwardly exposed polymer layer that is essentially free of low surface energy materials; and at least one graphics layer substantially protected from exterior exposure by the polymer layer.

Abstract: A device for resistive measurement of the moisture of a material, which is mineral, rigid and which has open porosity, the device including a block of material of which it is desired to measure the resistance variations as a function of its water content, at least two detection electrodes which are rigid, non-oxidising and bare, applied parallel against the material, and sealed on to the latter by a blend of powder of material and lime, wherein each detection electrode is connected to an electronic unit able to generate a measuring current and an electronic unit able to measure the resistance between the said electrodes.

Abstract: Invention relates to bismuth-containing catalysts, obtainable by reacting at least one bismuth(III) salt or bismuth(III) complex with at least one 1,3-ketoamide with the formula (I). Such complex compounds are suited in particular as catalysts for one- and two-component polyurethane compositions. The invention further relates to two-component polyurethane compositions, including at least one polyisocyanate as the first component, at least one polyol as the second component, and at least one such bismuth-containing catalyst. The invention further relates one-component polyurethane compositions, including at least one polyurethane prepolymer having isocyanate groups, produced from at least one polyisocyanate with at least one polyol, and one such bismuth-containing catalyst. The invention also relates to various uses of the aforementioned polyurethane compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides aqueous ink-jet inks having improved stability containing an aqueous vehicle, a colorant, and an amphoteric polyurethane as a binder. The amphoteric polyurethane contains a plurality of tertiary amine groups derived from an amine-containing monomer, and a plurality of anionic acid groups.

Abstract: A primer solution for enhanced adhesion to a rigid substrate for aviation and aerospace applications includes an aminosilane-capped polyurethane prepolymer and a first solvent. The first solvent reacts with or modifies the surface of the rigid substrate, enabling the primer solution including the aminosilane-capped polyurethane prepolymer to become a part of the surface of the rigid substrate.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide for a polycarbonate polyol including the reaction product of at least one polyol composition and a carbonate. The polycarbonate is one of an amorphous liquid and an amorphous solid at room temperature. The polyol composition includes at least one of a mixture of 1,3-cyclohexanedimethanol and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol in a weight ratio from about 60:40 to about 5:95 and a polyol derived from a natural oil fatty acid or natural oil fatty acid methyl ester.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition comprising: A) at least one thiol-functional compound having at least one thiol group, B) at least one polyisocyanate cross-linking agent with at least one free isocyanate group and C) at least one catalyst compound, said catalyst compound comprising at least one catalyst for the curing reaction between the thiol groups of component A and the free isocyanate groups of component B, and at least one cyclodextrine.

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: The invention relates to storage-stable prepregs (preimpregnated fibers) based on low-viscosity polyurethane systems having a very high characteristic number and flat fibre composite components (moulded bodies; composite components) produced therefrom, which are obtained due to an impregnation method of fibre reinforced materials such as woven fabrics and fleece, and to a method for the production thereof.

Abstract: Pebble or granular based elastomeric surfacing materials that include an aliphatic thermoplastic polyurethane based pebble or granule bonded together with a two-part aliphatic polyurethane binder are provided. In one embodiment, an A side of the two-part binder has at least one polyol, and a B side of the two-part binder has multiple isocyanates. The multiple isocyanates can include for example hydrogenated methylene diphenyldisocyanate and hexamethylene diisocyanate. The A side and the B side of the binder are utilized to bond the pebbles together to form a surface that can be either porous or non-porous. In another embodiment, an A side of a two-part binder includes multiple polyols. The multiple polyols can include for example esterified ricinoleic acid polyols and caprolactone polyols. The A side of the two-part binder can be combined with a B side of the two-part binder and pebbles to form a non-porous surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a two-component polyurethane composition containing i) 10 to 80 wt. % of at least one polyol with an average molecular weight of 200 g/mol to 3000 g/mol, ii) 5 to 60 wt. % of at least one aromatic polyisocyanate, and iii) 0 to 15 wt. % of an additive. The composition has an NCO:OH ratio of 2:1 to 1:2, and the composition has a viscosity of 20 to 3000 mPas (EN ISO 2555, Brookfield viscometer, 25° C.) and displays a phase incompatibility after the mixing process. The functionality of the polyol mixture is greater than 2.3.

Abstract: Provided are urethane resin particles for slush molding which make it possible that inconveniences based on the slip-down of a pigment, on the aggregation of particles of the pigment, and on other causes are removed although this coloring is coloring onto the resin particle surfaces. The present invention is urethane resin particles for slush mold which contain a urethane resin and an additive, wherein the particles have a shape factor SF1 of 101 to 200, a shape factor SF2 of 120 to 240, and a central particle diameter of 20 to 500 ?m. It is preferred that the urethane resin has a concentration of urea groups of 0.5 to 10% by weight, a total of the concentration of urethane groups and that of the urea groups of 4 to 20% by weight, a melting point of 160 to 260° C. and a glass transition temperature of ?65 to 0° C.

Abstract: An aqueous polyurethane resin dispersion containing a polyurethane resin obtained by reacting (A) a polyurethane prepolymer obtained by reacting (a) a polyisocyanate compound, (b) at least one polyol compound containing a polycarbonate polyol having a number average molecular weight of 400 to 3000, (c) an acidic group-containing polyol compound, (d) a blocking agent for an isocyanate group, which dissociates at 80 to 180° C., and (B) a chain elongating agent having reactivity with the isocyanate group, being dispersed in an aqueous medium, a sum of a content of urethane and urea bondings is 15 to 30% by weight in terms of solid components, a content of carbonate bondings is 8% to <15% by weight in terms of solid components, and a content of isocyanate group to which the above-mentioned blocking agent has bound is 0.2 to 3% by weight in terms of solid components as calculated on isocyanate group.

Abstract: Provided is a production method for particle boards or fiber boards which achieves production efficiency greater than that of conventional production methods. A production method for a particle board or a fiber board, comprising the step of adding polycarboxylic acid into a plant-derived product that has been segmented or formed into fibers, and further comprising the step of adding a small amount a compound having one or more types of an isocyanate group to the plant-derived product and/or the polycarboxylic acid.

Abstract: Formulated resin systems containing polymeric flood coat compositions are provided herein and characterized by having an initial mix thixotropic index from 1 to 5, and a gel time from 5 to 15 minutes such that when cured the compositions provide a Shore hardness from 15 A to 90 A, a thickness on horizontal surfaces from 20 mils to 75 mils, and a thickness on vertical surfaces from 4 mils to 20 mils. Electronic circuit assemblies flood coated with such formulated resin systems, and methods for protecting and supporting said assemblies, are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to iron (III) complexes of the formula Fe(L)x(Y)3-x, where the ligand L has the formula (I). Such complexes are especially suitable as a catalyst for two-component polyurethane compositions. The invention also relates to two-component polyurethane compositions comprising at least one polyisocyanate as the first component, at least one polyol as the second component and at least one iron (III) complex of this kind as a catalyst. In addition, the invention relates to various uses of these two-component polyurethane compositions.

Abstract: Invention relates to bismuth-containing catalysts, obtainable by reacting at least one bismuth(III) salt or bismuth(III) complex with at least one 1,3-ketoamide with the formula (I). Such complex compounds are suited in particular as catalysts for one- and two-component polyurethane compositions. The invention further relates to two-component polyurethane compositions, including at least one polyisocyanate as the first component, at least one polyol as the second component, and at least one such bismuth-containing catalyst. The invention further relates one-component polyurethane compositions, including at least one polyurethane prepolymer having isocyanate groups, produced from at least one polyisocyanate with at least one polyol, and one such bismuth-containing catalyst. The invention also relates to various uses of the aforementioned polyurethane compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to dioxomolybdenum (VI) complex compounds of the formula MoO2(L)x(Y)2-x, where the ligand L has the formula (I). Such complex compounds are suitable in particular as catalysts for one- and two-component polyurethane compositions. The invention also relates to two-component polyurethane compositions including at least one polyisocyanate as the first component, at least one polyol as the second component, and at least one such dioxomolybdenum (VI) complex compound as the catalyst. The invention further relates to one-component polyurethane compositions comprising at least one polyurethane prepolymer with isocyanate groups, which are made from at least one polyisocyanate with at least one polyol, and comprising such a dioxomolybdenum (VI) complex compound as the catalyst. The invention additionally relates to different uses of said polyurethane compositions.

Abstract: A hybrid polymer composition and a method for forming it is provided, comprising a first part A comprising a polyurethane catalyst and an aldehyde resin pre-polymer and a second part B comprising a polyisocyanate pre-polymer and an aldehyde resin cure accelerator. Methods are also provided for forming a composite with a two part hybrid polymer composition and a fibrous web material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to coating material compositions comprising at least one polyhydroxyl group-containing compound (A), at least one polyisocyanate group-containing compound (B) having free and/or blocked isocyanate groups, and at least one catalyst (D) based on a zinc-amidine complex which is prepared by reaction of 1.0 moles of at least one zinc(II) biscarboxylate with less than 2.0 moles of at least one amidine where R5=hydrogen and R1, R2, R3, and R4 are each identical or different radicals, R1 and R3 being hydrogen or an alkyl radical or an aryl radical, and R2 and R4 being an alkyl radical or an aryl radical.

Abstract: An aqueous polyurethane resin dispersion containing a polyurethane resin obtained by reacting (A) a polyurethane prepolymer obtained by reacting (a) a polyisocyanate compound, (b) at least one polyol compound containing a polycarbonate polyol having a number average molecular weight of 400 to 3000, (c) an acidic group-containing polyol compound, and (d) a blocking agent for an isocyanate group, which dissociates at 80 to 180° C., and (B) a chain elongating agent having reactivity with the isocyanate group, being dispersed in an aqueous medium, a sum of a content of urethane bondings and a content of urea bondings is 7 to 18% by weight of solid components, a content of carbonate bondings is 15 to 40% by weight of solid components, and a content of an isocyanate group to which the above-mentioned blocking agent has bonded is 0.2 to 3% by weight of solid components and calculated on the isocyanate group.

Abstract: The present invention provides a non-aqueous composition containing a particulate solid, an organic medium and a polyurethane dispersant having laterally attached pendant groups with tertiary amine group(s), an essentially linear backbone and laterally attached solvent-solubilising side chains of a polyester or polyether including mixtures of such side chains.

Abstract: The invention relates to metal complex compounds of the formula Mk(L)x(Y)kz-nx, where the ligand L has the formula (I), and to metal complex compounds which include the reaction product of at least one salt or a complex of a transition metal or a main group metal element of the groups 13 to 15 and at least one 1,3-ketoamide. Such complex compounds are suitable in particular as catalysts for polyurethane compositions. The invention also relates to two-component polyurethane compositions including at least one polyisocyanate as the first component, at least one polyol as the second component, and at least one such metal complex compound as the catalyst. The invention additionally relates to different uses of the two-component polyurethane compositions.

Abstract: Described herein, in the preferred embodiment, is a leonardite-based polyurethane resin binder that may be used, among other applications, as a binder in combination with foundry aggregate, e.g., sand, for molding or casting metal parts. The binders described herein comprise a humic substance, preferably leonardite, combined with a polymerizable polyol, an isocyanate, and a polymerization catalyst to make a polyurethane resin binder in situ in a foundry aggregate, such as sand. The lignite is mixed with the polymerizable polyol, thickening and dispersing agents as additives to improve the suspension quality and binder performance of the lignite-containing part of the binder components.

Abstract: Polyurethane elastomers having solids contents greater than 40% by weight are produced from a sprayable polyurethane-forming system composed of an isocyanate component and an isocyanate-reactive component. The isocyanate component has a solids content of from 40 to 80 wt. %, based on total weight of isocyanate component and is made up of at least one aromatic polyisocyanate having an NCO content of from 24 to 33%, a functionality of from 2 to 3 and at least one solid filler. The isocyanate-reactive component has a solids content of from 40 to 80 wt. %, based on total weight of the isocyanate-reactive component and is composed of at least one polyether polyol having a hydroxyl number of from 25 to 40 and a functionality of from 2 to 4, and at least one solid filler.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adhesive composition, including: 10 to 95% of a moisture cross-linkable polymer (A), the main chain includes 2 silyl terminal groupings, each of which includes at least one hydrolyzable group bonded to the silicon atom; 1 to 60% of a mineral filler (B) in the form of particles having a size of between 1 nm and 0.2 mm; and 0.2 to 7% of a crosslinking catalyst (C) consisting of titanium tetraisopropoxide. The invention also relates to the use of said composition as glue for repair or attachment.

Abstract: Disclosed are coating material compositions comprising at least one polyhydroxyl group-containing compound (A), at least one polyisocyanate group-containing compound (B) having free and/or blocked isocyanate groups, at least one catalyst (D) based on a zinc-amidine complex which comprises the reaction product of 1.0 moles of at least one zinc(II) biscarboxylate with more than 2.0 moles of at least one amidine where R5=hydrogen and R1, R2, R3, and R4 are each identical or different radicals, R1 and R3 being hydrogen or an alkyl radical or an aryl radical, and R2 and R4 being an alkyl radical or an aryl radical, and at least one monomeric aromatic, optionally substituted carboxylic acid (S) whose carboxyl group is in conjugation with a ?-electron system.

Abstract: A synthetic polymer has a water-soluble or water-swellable polyurethane backbone and terminal groups and/or intermediate groups of blocks of hydrophobes of alkyl- or aryl compounds containing a polymerizable cyclic monomer or a polymerizable double bond (or alkene) group or derivatives thereof. The blocks of hydrophobes are composed of two or more units of the same or different hydrophobes. These synthetic polymers are used as rheology modifiers, especially in latex paints.

Abstract: A process for producing porous aerogels or xerogels includes a reaction of at least one polyfunctional isocyanate with an amine component. The amine component includes at least one polyfunctional substituted aromatic amine. The reaction is in the presence of a solvent and a catalyst. Aerogels and xerogels that can be obtained in this way can be used as insulation material and in vacuum insulation panels.

Abstract: A method of making a polyurethane coating can comprise: mixing an unblocked isocyanate component with a polyol component in the presence of a hydroxyl-free solvent and a catalyst to form a reaction mixture; depositing the reaction mixture onto a polymer substrate; and curing the reaction mixture on the substrate to form a polyurethane coated substrate. The polyurethane coated substrate can have a percent thinning of greater than or equal to 10%, e.g., without cracking or delamination when measured on a rectangular block having 90° angles.

Abstract: Pebble or granular based elastomeric surfacing materials that include an aliphatic thermoplastic polyurethane based pebble or granule bonded together with a two-part aliphatic polyurethane binder are provided. In one embodiment, an A side of the two-part binder has at least one polyol, and a B side of the two-part binder has multiple isocyanates. The multiple isocyanates can include for example hydrogenated methylene diphenyldisocyanate and hexamethylene diisocyanate. The A side and the B side of the binder are utilized to bond the pebbles together to form a surface that can be either porous or non-porous. In another embodiment, an A side of a two-part binder includes multiple polyols. The multiple polyols can include for example esterified ricinoleic acid polyols and caprolactone polyols. The A side of the two-part binder can be combined with a B side of the two-part binder and pebbles to form a non-porous surface.

Abstract: A composition comprising: a) one or more isocyanate functional prepolymers; and b) one or more compounds containing one or more hydroperoxide groups; wherein components a) and b) are kept separate until cure is desired. The composition can be used in the form of a two part adhesive.

Abstract: Described herein a method of manufacturing a metal shape that includes contacting a liquid metal and a surface of a foundry core under conditions wherein vein defects occur, the surface of the foundry core comprising a foundry aggregate, a combustible-organic material and a polyurethane resin, and the surface of the foundry core being free of or essentially free of an anti-veining agent; cooling the liquid metal to a temperature below its melting point thereby forming a metal shape; and then removing the foundry core from the metal shape.

Abstract: A binder for mold material mixtures is a four-component material. It contains at least one phenolic resin component, at least one isocyanate component, at least one alkyl/alkenyl benzene and at least one dialkylated and/or dialkenylated naphthalene. The phenolic resin component acts as the polyol component and contains phenolic resin obtainable from the reaction between a phenol compound and an aldehyde compound. The isocyanate component contains at least one polyisocyanate with at least two NCO groups per molecule. The alkyl/alkenyl benzene has a boiling point above 250° C. The dialkylated and/or dialkenylated naphthalene has a boiling point above 270° C.

Abstract: Provided is a production method for particle boards or fiber boards which achieves production efficiency greater than that of conventional production methods. A production method for a particle board or a fiber board, comprising the step of adding polycarboxylic acid into a plant-derived product that has been segmented or formed into fibers, and further comprising the step of adding a small amount a compound having one or more types of an isocyanate group to the plant-derived product and/or the polycarboxylic acid.

Abstract: An aqueous ink jet ink is made by forming a mixture of a pigment, an optional dispersant if the pigment is not self-dispersing, dispersing, and a urethane polymer or prepolymer dispersion in water. This ink is useful in a variety of ink jet printing applications such as printing on wide format substrates and textiles.

Abstract: The invention relates to a crosslinkable composition containing reactive polymers selected from among (i) prepolymers having reactive NCO groups or (ii) polymers which have reactive silane groups, optionally further additives and at least one metal-based catalyst, wherein the composition contains up to 10% by weight of retarding substance selected from among cyclic ?-hydroxy ketones and/or triphenols having three adjacent OH groups.