Abstract: The novel compound of the formula ##STR1## has been found to be useful as a UV absorber. A novel PMMA material has incorporated therein a UV absorbing amount of the novel UV absorber. Intraocular lenses and contact lenses are produced from PMMA having incorporated therein a UV absorbing amount of the novel UV absorber.Eyeglasses are produced having lenses of a polycarbonate material which has incorporated therein a UV absorbing amount of the novel UV absorbed.

Abstract: An electroconductive resin paste suitable for bonding a semiconductor element onto a substrate and exhibiting a superior adhesion strength and processability when heated to 200.degree. C. to 350.degree. C., and a process for producing a semiconductor device using the electroconductive resin paste are provided, which electroconductive resin paste comprises.(A) a mixed epoxy resin of a phenolic novolac type epoxy resin with an epi-bis type epoxy resin,(B) a phenolic novolac resin and/or phenol aralkyl resin,(C) organic borate,(D) a diluent containing a silane compound having one glycidyl group as at least one component therein, and(E) an electroconductive metal powder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stabiliser composition for polypropylene, comprising:A) one or more triazine compounds containing groups of the formula (I) in which R is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, O.cndot., OH, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkoxy, C.sub.5 -C.sub.8 cycloalkoxy, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkenyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.9 phenylalkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 acyl, andB) one or more oxides and hydroxides of Mg, Ca, Ba, Zn, Al and Sn, preferably Mg and Zn.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for preparing a treated blend which contains pigment material dispersed in a continuous phase of water and a polyester material. The invention also concerns compositions prepared from such process. The polyester material of the treated blend is linear, contains a sulfomonomer, and has an average particle size of less than 1 .mu.m.

Abstract: This invention relates to blends of polyarylene sulfides, maleic imides and dolomite. The blends are distinguished by good mechanical properties and are particularly suitable for the production of, for example, metallizable moldings.

Abstract: Substituted 3H-1,3,2-oxazaphospholidines of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, phenylalkyl or aryl, n is 1 to 4 and T is an n-valent aliphatic or aromatic hydrocarbon radical are effective in stabilizing organic materials against the deleterious effects of oxygen, heat and/or actinic radiation.

Abstract: Substituted 1,3,2-benzoxazaphospholidines of formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, phenylalkyl or aryl, n is 1 to 4, and T is an n-valent aliphatic or aromatic hydrocarbon radical are effective in stabilizing organic materials against the deleterious effects of oxygen, heat and actinic radiation.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I ##STR1## wherein n is 2-4, R.sub.1 is alkyl, cycloalkyl, phenylalkyl, phenyl or a radical of formula II ##STR2## R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, phenylalkyl or aryl, or R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 together are alkyl, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl or phenylalkyl, R.sub.7 is hydrogen, alkyl or a group of the formula --(CH.sub.2).sub.k COOR.sub.8, where k is 0-2 and R.sub.8 is hydrogen or alkyl, and T is an n-valent hydrocarbon radical which may be interrupted by heteroatoms, are useful stabilizers for substrates subject to the deleterious effects of oxygen, heat and/or actinic radiation.

Abstract: An ultraviolet light absorbing occular lens comprising a vinyl type copolymer containing from 0.01 to 0.5% by weight of a benzotriazole type ultraviolet light absorbing monomer as chemically bonded therewith, the ultravioleet light absorbing monomer having the formula: ##STR1## (wherein R.sub.1 is H or CH.sub.3 and n is 2 or 3).

Abstract: A resin composition, being useful for coating on electric wire, comprises an aromatic polyester, a halogenated compound such as diol, diglycidyl and dicarboxylic acid and a di-heterocyclic compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to the preparation of halogenated imides derived from hydrazine and halogenated dicarboxylic acid anhydride and which can be used as flameproofing agents for plastics. The condensation of hydrazine and halogenated dicarboxylic acid anhydride is carried out in an aqueous medium, at a temperature ranging from 40.degree. to 225.degree. C., with a molar ratio of anhydride/hydrazine equal to between 0.5 and 3, preferably between 1 and 2.

Abstract: A flame-retardant polyester resin composition includes a thermoplastic polyester resin, between 1 to 30 wt. % of an organic halogenated flame-retardant, between 5 to 60 wt. % of an inorganic filler, and between 0.5 to 20 wt. % of a phosphoric ester of the following formula (1): ##STR1## wherein R represents a divalent organic group, R' which may be the same or different, is selected from C.sub.1 to C.sub.20 aliphatic groups, C.sub.3 to C.sub.13 alicyclic groups and C.sub.6 to C.sub.18 aromatic groups, m represents a number of 1 to 30, and n represents an integer of 0 to 3.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein Me denotes Zn, Cu, Co (II) or Ni;R.sub.1 denotes hydrogen, optionally substituted aryl or optionally substituted hetaryl;R.sub.2 denotes hydrogen, optionally substituted alkyl, cycloalkyl, aralkyl, aryl or hetaryl;R.sub.3 denotes a substituent;n denotes 0-4; andR.sub.4 denotes hydrogen or methyl;are suitable for pigmenting macromolecular substances and give very fast pigmentation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition suitable for application to plastic surfaces. The coating composition comprises, as essential components, 100 parts by weight of a chlorotrifluoroethylene based copolymer having hydroxyl group as a functional group, a curing agent for the copolymer such as a polyisocyanate, 0.5-30 parts by weight of an acrylic or methacrylic polymer which serves as an adhesion improving component, and an organic solvent. Usually the composition contains an ultraviolet absorber and another light stabilizer. For example, on a polycarbonate article this composition provides a durable coating film without marring the transparency and healthiness of the polycarbonate substrate. By the addition of a pigment the coating is modified into a paint composition which is particularly useful for repairing a bake finished paint film formed by using a polyvinylidene based paint.

Abstract: A thermplastic molding composition is disclosed which contains a homogeneous blend of a polycarbonate resin, an olefin-acrylate rubber terpolymer impact modifier and a flame retardant package which contains a fluorinated polyolefin, a halogenated phthalimide and an oligomeric carbonate. The composition was found to be suitable for preparing molded articles having an excellent level of flame resistance and impact properties.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding composition is disclosed which contains a homogeneous blend of a polycarbonate resin, a graft-modified olefin rubber and, a particular flame retardant package containing a salt, halogenated phthalimine, polytetrafluoroethylene and an oligomeric carbonate. The composition was found to be suitable for preparing molded articles having an excellent level of flame resistance and impact properties.

Abstract: A thermoplastic molding composition containing an aromatic polycarbonate resin, a flame retarding package and an impact modifier is disclosed. The impact modifier is a maleic anhydride-functionalized block copolymer which consist of polystyrene endblock and poly(ethylene/butylene) midblocks. Characterized in its improved impact performance and flame retardance, the composition is suitable for the manufacture of molded articles of improved properties.

Abstract: A curable silicon composition comprising:(A) an organopolysiloxane containing at least two silicon-bonded unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon groups and having a viscosity of from 100 to 200,000 cSt at 25.degree. C.,(B) a vinyl group-containing organocyclopolysiloxane having the general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R represents a hydrocarbon group having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms excluding unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon groups, and n represents an integer of from 3 to 8,(C) an organohydrogenpolysiloxane containing at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in the molecule,(D) a platinum family metal catalyst, and(E) a triazole compound.This curable silicone composition has good curing properties and can produce cured products having a markedly small permanent compression set.

Abstract: Phenolic N-(amido)imides are provided which are useful as antioxidant stabilizers for organic materials, including a large variety of synthetic polymers, typically subject to thermooxidative degradation. The antioxidant effectiveness of the phenolic N-(amido)imide stabilizers is enhanced by the deactivating potential of the amido-imide moiety towards metals or metal ions that frequently contaminate polymer compositions and serve to catalyze thermal degradation.

Abstract: Polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomers comprising the reaction product of a 1,2-epoxy group-containing polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomer and a 2(2-hydroxyphenyl)2H-benzotriazole compound of the structure: ##STR1## where X is=to H, OR and NR.sub.2 where R=alkyl; Z'=H and C.sub.2 H.sub.4 OH; Z and Y=H when Z'=C.sub.2 H.sub.4 OH; when Z'=H, Y and Z=OH or Y=H and Z.times.OH are disclosed. The monomers are useful in preparing free radical initiated addition polymers. Polymers can also be prepared by first preparing a free radical initiated addition polymer derived from a 1,2-epoxy group-containing polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomer and subsequently reacting the polymer with the benzotriazole compound. Both types of polymer contain permanent polymer-bound ultraviolet light stabilizers and are useful as binders for exterior coatings, as resins for the manufacture of optical lenses, and as components for sunscreens and suntanning lotions.

Abstract: Flame retardant compositions are provided containing at least one ester of a polyhaloaromatic acid and at least one polyolefin resin. The compositions may also contain one or more brominated and/or chlorinated compounds to provide additional flame retardancy, and other resins or engineering thermoplastics may be blended with the polyolefin. In addition to providing flame retardancy, the polyhaloaromatic acid esters are effective as processing and compatibilizing aids for the resin, and may also function as tackifiers, mold release agents, plastisole, adhesives, plasticizers, polymer additives, and aids in preventing melt fracture.

Abstract: A flame-retardant polypropylene composition comprises a modified polypropylene-based polymer, antimony oxide or sodium antimonate, and a halogenated organic compound or, in lieu thereof, a phosphorous-containing compound. The polypropylene-based polymer is modified in the presence of a free-radical generator source which typically is an organic peroxide so that it has a narrow polydispersity range, improved flow, and lower compounding and molding temperatures so that temperature-sensitive components are protected from thermal degradation. The modification of the polypropylene-based polymer generally occurs in situ in the processing apparatus and the composition can also contain various fillers, fibers, and the like.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing imide bond-containing compounds and flame retardants comprising such compounds. The method comprises reacting an acid anhydride with an isocyanate compound in an inert solvent in the presence of a tertiary amine as catalyst. The imide bond-containing compounds thus obtained provide flammable substances with good flame resistance and at the same time themselves have good heat resistance and weather resistance. Therefore, the flame retardants comprising such compounds have a wide field of application.

Abstract: High-molecular weight organic material containing at least one metal complex of a ligand of formula I: ##STR1## wherein A is a carbocyclic aromatic or heterocyclic aromatic radical, B is a carbocyclic aromatic radical or a heterocyclic aromatic radical containing at least one N atom, it being necessary for at least one of the radicals A and B to be heterocyclic, and R.sub.1 is --C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, a carbocyclic aromatic radical or a heterocyclic aromatic radical containing at least one N atom, and the metal is a transition metal cation carrying a double positive charge selected from Ni.sup.2+, Cu.sup.2+, Co.sup.2+, Zn.sup.2+, Mn.sup.2+, Fe.sup.2+, Cd.sup.2+ or Pt.sup.2+ or the radical VO.sup.2+.

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 terminated second polymer, a stabilized conductive filler, and an azole. In one embodiment of the invention a coating is provided comprising a polyurethane which comprises a fluoroolefin vinyl ether and an isocyanate terminated castor oil prepolymer, a stabilized copper powder, and a triazole selected from the group consisting of alkyl substituted aromatic trianzoles and other azoles. The invention further provides a method of coating a substrate with a coating of the invention in order to provide EMI/RFI shielding and prevent corrosion, and a substrate thus coated.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for enhancing the properties of alkylene(C.sub.1 -C.sub.6)-bis-(tetrabromophthalimide) or bis-(tetrabromophthalimide) produced by the bromination, respectively, of alkylene(C.sub.1 -C.sub.6)-bis-(phthalimide) or bis-(phthalimide) with a brominating agent in the presence of oleum, the process comprising curing the alkylene(C.sub.1 -C.sub.6)bis-(tetrabromophthalimide) or bis-(tetrabromophthalimide) at a temperature above about 150.degree. C. and below the melting point of the tetrabromophthalimide being cured for a period of from about 36 hours to about 5 hours. This enhanced product and its use in molding and extrusion compositions and in molded and extruded articles is also disclosed.

Abstract: Heterocyclic amidine derivatives of the general formula I ##STR1## in which the variables R.sup.1 are the same or different and denote hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkoxy, hydroxyl or chlorine,R.sup.2 to R.sup.5 denote hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl and R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 can together form a five-membered or six-membered ring,R.sup.6 denotes hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 -alkyl,R.sup.7 denotes cyano or --COOR.sup.8, --COR.sup.8, --CONHR.sup.8 or --CONR.sup.8.sub.2, in whichR.sup.8 is a straight-chain or branched-chain C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl group which may be interrupted by oxygen atoms, a cyclopentyl or cyclohexyl group or a phenylalkyl group having from 1 to 3 carbon atoms in the alkyl moiety,A is a chemical bond or a methylene group which may additionally carry one or two C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl radicals, andm and n are each 1 or 2.The said heterocyclic amidine derivatives I serve as UV stabilizers for organic materials.

Abstract: A resin composition comprises a polybutylene terephthalate, a halogenated bisimide having the formula (1) and a polytetrafluoroethylene resin and is improved in flame retardancy and at the same time moulding properties. It is useful for parts of electric instruments.

Abstract: N,N'-hydrocarbylenebis[N-(2,2,6,6-tetraalkyl-4-piperidinyl)amic acid hydrazides] and their derivatives are useful for stabilizing polymeric systems which are subject to degradation and/or discoloration upon exposure to heat and/or light. The novel compounds contain at least two hindered amine light stabilizing groups and two hydrazide or hydrazide derivative thermal oxidative stabilizing groups.The novel compounds are excellent light stabilizers for polyolefins, have low volatility and are not readily lost from polymeric systems via volatilization, migration or extraction.

Abstract: Flame-resistant polyester moulding compounds comprising(A) 70-95% by weight of a specific polyester mixture made up of polyethylene terephthalate, polybutylene terephthalate copolyester with 3-30 mol % of an aliphatic dicarboxylic acid containing up to 36 C atoms, and, if desired, polybutylene terephthalate, and(B) 30-5% by weight of a flame-retardant additive made up of a bromine-containing organic compound and an antimony compound selected from the group comprising Sb.sub.2 O.sub.5, NaSbO.sub.3 and Sb.sub.2 O.sub.3, with a mean particle size of not less than 2 .mu.m,are particularly suitable for the production of partially crystalline mouldings by means of injection moulding. The mouldings are distinguished by a light self-colour with comparatively good thermal, mechanical and electrical properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to an ultraviolet-radiation stabilizer flame retarding system containing an N,N'-ethylene-bis(tetrabromophthalimide) or an N,N'-bis(tetrabromophthalimide) predominate product, a hindered-amine light stabilizer, a 2-(2'-hydroxyphenyl)benzotriazole, a titanate, and, optionally, Mg(OH).sub.2 and/or ZnO.

Abstract: Toluene sulfonate salts of 2-alkyl imidazolines, e.g., 2-undecyl-4,4,5,5-tetramethyl imidazoline, are described. These compounds may be used as internal or external antistatic agents for fibers, e.g., acrylic fibers, and synthetic polymers, e.g., polystyrene.

Abstract: It now has been found that uncured modified rubber compositions comprising mixtures of elastomers and a reinforcing filler can be prepared having improved properties.

Abstract: Novel halogen-substituted phthalimides are provided which are the reaction product of a halogenated phthalic anhydride with an alkoxylated amine or the reaction product of a halogenated phthalic anhydride with a siloxy amine. The halogen-substituted phthalimides are useful in increasing the flame retardancy of thermoplastic and thermosetting resins, and are also effective as processing aids in improving the flowability and moldability of thermoplastic resins during melt processing.

Abstract: Disclosed are poly-methine compounds having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is an unsubstituted or substituted alkoxycarbonyl, cycloalkoxycarbonyl or aryloxycarbonyl radical; an unsubstituted or substituted carbamoyl radical; or an unsubstituted or substituted alkylsulfonyl, cycloalkylsulfonyl or arylsulfonyl radical, or an unsubstituted or substituted aryl radical;R.sup.2 is an unsubstituted or substituted alkyl, cycloalkyl or aryl radical;R.sup.3 is hydrogen, alkyl, --OR.sup.2 or halogen; andL is an organic linking group bonded by non-oxo carbon atoms to the oxygen atoms adjacent to L. Also disclosed are admixtures of about 100 to 10,000 ppm of at least one of the poly-methine compounds and certain condensation polymers. The resulting polymer compositions are useful to protect substrates or materials susceptible to degradation by ultraviolet light.

Abstract: Azine pigment which has one of the possible tautomeric forms of the formula I ##STR1## and which is present in its c-crystalline modification, which is characterized by the interplanar spacings (relative intensity) 3.29 (100); 3.60 (24); 3.73 (28); 4.64 (28); 6.23 (31); 6.97 (23); 8.05 (67); 9.36 (34); 12.63 (67); 13.96 (32) and 16.35 (30).This pigment is excellently suitable for coloring high-molecular weight organic material, in particular automobile paints.

Abstract: A process for coloring high molecular organic material, which comprises the use of isoindolines of formula I ##STR1## wherein A is a group of formula ##STR2## wherein R is a group selected from --CONHR.sub.1, --COOR.sub.2 and ##STR3## and R.sub.1 is hydrogen, C hd 1-C.sub.4 alkyl, phenyl or phenyl which is substituted by one or more identical or different members of the group consisting of halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, --COR.sub.3, --NHCOR.sub.4 or ##STR4## in which formulae R.sub.3 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, --NH.sub.2 or --NHR.sub.4,R.sub.4 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl andR.sub.5 is hydrogen, halogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, andR.sub.2 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and Q is --NH or --S--;or A is a group of formula ##STR5## wherein V is NH or O, X.sub.1 and X.sub.3 are each independently of the other halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylmercapto, or phenoxy or phenylmercapto, each unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, C hd 1-C.sub.4 alkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a thermoplastic polyester molded article comprising a thermoplastic polyester and at least one of the specified diimide compounds, the latter being blended in an amount effective for ultraviolet screening. The polyester molded article and a composition for producing it according to this invention is capable of screening ultraviolet rays not only in the short wavelength region but also in the long wavelength region and has uniform dispersion stability and thermal stability. The molded articles of the present invention are free of undesired coloration and deposition of extraneous matter.

Abstract: Tetrahalophthalate esters are disclosed herein as flame retardant processing aids for polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adhesive composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a polyester-polyurethane having an isocyanate group (--NCO) and 0.002-20 parts by weight of a halogenating agent, suitably used for the adhesion of polyolefin materials which are difficult to glue, such as car molding and base materials for electrostatic flocked products, the adhesion of trimming, the adhesion of rubber products and others.

Abstract: A 4,4'-bis(phthalimido)diphenyl sulfone compound having the formula: ##STR1## wherein X is a halogen atom, k=0 to 4, l=0 to 4, m=0 to 4 and n=0 to 4, provided k+l+m+n>1.

Abstract: Flameproofed compositions of matter include an organic synthetic resin and, as a flame retardant therefor, an effective flameproofing amount of specified nitrogenous/halometallic compounds, certain of which are per se novel.

Abstract: Described is photochromic particulate material comprising a photochromic substance within a matrix of a polymerizate of a polyfunctional acrylate monomer. The photochromic particulate material may be produced by adding an organic photochromic substance to a polymerizable composition including a polyfunctional acrylate monomer and polymerizing the resultant admixture, e.g., by emulsion polymerization. In the case of emulsion or suspension polymerization, finely divided particulate organic photochromic materials are separated from the polymerization medium in the form of spheroidal thermoset photochromic particles of fairly uniform size. If desired, the particles recovered from the polymerization medium may be further ground in conventional attrition mills to further reduce the size of the particulate product. In the case of bulk polymerization, the polymerizate may be formed as a continuously cast sheet, which is then pulverized to a particulate material of pigmentary size.

Abstract: As an outline of the invention of the present inventors, the gist of the present invention resides in the following:A polyester composition comprising:(A) 100 parts by weight of a substantially linear polyester comprising, as the main constituent unit, ethylene terephthalate;(B) 0.05 to 15 parts by weight of a crystallization promotor; and(C) 0.1 to 15 parts by weight of at least one plasticizer selected from the group consisting of (C.sub.1), (C.sub.2), (C.sub.3) and (C.sub.4) which are defined as follows:(C.sub.1) a condensation product of a compound of the formula (I):(HQ-R).sub.2 S (I)wherein two R groups may be the same as or different from each other and represent a hydrocarbon group selected from the group consisting of aliphatic, alicyclic, and aromatic hydrocarbon groups and any combination thereof, and two Q groups may be the same as or different from each other and represent oxygen or sulfur, with an organic compound containing two alcoholic or phenolic hydroxyl groups:(C.sub.

Abstract: A deodorant and mildewproof sheet comprises a vinyl chloride resin, a deodorant which is hardly soluble in water or insoluble in water, and an antifugnal agent which is hardly soluble in water or insoluble in water.

Abstract: A curable resin composition comprising(A) 100 parts by weight of an elastomeric organic polymer of a saturated hydrocarbon having at least one silicon-containing group cross-linkable by the formation of a siloxane bond at the molecular ends, and(B) 0.01 to 10 parts by weight of a sulfur-containing antioxidant. The curable resin composition produces a cured product having excellent heat resistance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the solvent-induced crystallization of amorphous poly(etheretherketone)-type polymer to produce an article, which process comprises:A. contacting a preformed article of a polymer comprising amorphous poly(etheretherketone)-type polymer with at least one organic compound in its liquid state which consists essentially of atoms of carbon and hydrogen, optionally with oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, halogen or mixtures thereof having a molecular weight of between about 160 and 320 daltons at a temperature of between about 85.degree. C. and 145.degree. C. for a time effective to crystallize the poly(etheretherketone)-type polymer,B. removing the organic compound, andC. recovering the article comprising crystallized poly(etheretherketone)-type polymer. Poly(etheretherketone), poly(phenylenesulfide) or mixtures thereof are preferred polymer systems.

Abstract: The invention relates to the preparation of halogenated imides derived from hydrazine and halogenated dicarboxylic acid anhydride and which can be used as flameproofing agents for plastics. The condensation of hydrazine and halogenated dicarboxylic acid anhydride is carried out in an aqueous medium, at a temperature ranging from 40.degree. to 225.degree. C., with a molar ratio of anhydride/hydrazine substantially equal to 2.

Abstract: Composition of matter containing(a) a compound of the formula I ##STR1## in which A is one of the groups of the formulae ##STR2## in which B is --O--, --S--, --SO.sub.2 --, --N.dbd.N--, --CH.sub.2 --, --CH.dbd.CH--, ##STR3## --CONH--, --NHCONH--, or --CONHNHCO--, Q is --O-- or --NH-- and Z is --O-- or --S-- and R and R' are independently of each other hydrogen, halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkoxy or phenoxy, and(b) a compound of the formula II ##STR4## in which A' is as defined above for A, D is hydrogen, amino or a group of the formula III ##STR5## E is --O-- or --S--, T.sub.1, T.sub.2 and T.sub.3 independently of one another are chlorine or a group --ET', T' is a group of the formulae ##STR6## X.sup..sym. is H.sup..sym. or a group of the formulae M.sup.n.sym. /n or N.sup..beta. (R.sub.1)(R.sub.2)(R.sub.3)(R.sub.4), Mhu n.sym. is an n-valent metal cation, n is 1, 2 or 3, R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are independently of one another hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, C.sub.

Abstract: Flame retardant compositions comprise linear alternating polymers of carbon monoxide and at least one ethylenically unsaturated hydrocarbon and a minor quantity, relative to the polymer, of antimony oxide, halogenated phthalamide and polytetrafluoroethylene resin.