Abstract: Polymers containing repeat units based on substituted or unsubstituted pentadienyl chloride monomers are disclosed. The polymers are fast curing and some of the polymers are self-curing.

Abstract: The object of the present invention are new thermoset resins having quickened curing, a process for their preparation, and their applications. The resins according to the invention consist, at least in part, of the products resulting from the polycondensation of one or more pyridine derivatives containing at least two methyl groups in the 2, 4 or 6 positions, with one or more aromatic dialdehydes, and the addition of one or more additives consisting of phenol compounds. These resins are used to the fabrication of composite materials.

Abstract: Rubbery elastomers are stabilized against the deleterious effects of ozone by having homogeneously incorporated therein, antiozonant effective amounts of an organic lactam compound.

Abstract: Novel composition and method for thermally stabilizing an O-pyridyl phosphate insecticide such as chlorpyrifos. The insecticide is mixed with a phthalate ester prior to its incorporation into a thermoplastic resin, such as polyvinyl chloride.

Abstract: Thermosetting synthetic resin lacquer compositions are provided having improved resistance to deterioration when exposed to ultraviolet light, comprising a 1-phenoxycarbonyl-2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidyl compound.

Abstract: A method of stabilizing a polymer film coating or molded article against the action of light, moisture, and oxygen is disclosed. The method comprises incorporating in said polymer a stabilizingly and synergistically effective amount of:(A) A 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidine compound, or the acid addition salts or complexes with metal compounds thereof; and(B) A tris-aryl-s-triazine compound represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein X, Y and Z are each aromatic, carbocylic radicals of less than three 6-membered rings, and at least one of X, Y and Z is substituted by a hydroxy group ortho to the point of attachment to the triazine ring; and each of R.sup.1 through R.sup.9 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, hydroxy, alkyl, alkoxy, sulfonic, carboxy, halo, haloalkyl and acylamino.

Abstract: Novel compounds containing piperidine groups, of the general formula ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is hydrogen, O--, cyanomethyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.12 -alkenyl or -alkynyl, C.sub.7 -C.sub.12 -aralkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -acyl, m is an integer from 1 to 12, n is an integer from 1 to 3 and A is an amine radical, are suitable as light stabilizers, heat stabilizers and oxidation stabilizers for synthetic polymers. Processes for their preparation are also described.

Abstract: The polyamide polymers, notably the nylons, are effectively heat stabilized, characteristically with good retention of mechanical properties, by formulating therewith stabilizing amounts of (i) at least one lanthanide or yttrium-based compound and (ii) at least one ammonium, or alkali or alkaline earth metal halide.

Abstract: An aqueous brine fluid, particularly useful as a drilling fluid, and containing a high salt concentration, a vinyl sulfonate amide copolymer such as a water soluble copolymer of acrylamidomethylpropanesulfonic acid salts, and a thermal stability enhancing additive, is provided. The aqueous brine fluid is particularly useful at elevated temperatures in the range of about 150.degree.-220.degree. C.

Abstract: This invention relates to polyarylene sulphides (PPS) produced in known manner from optionally substituted halogen benzenes and aromatic polyhalogen compounds, optionally in combination with other polymers, fillers and/or reinforcing fibres, which contain certain N-containing organic bases for reducing the elimination levels of acidic, corrosion-producing volatile constituents and for improving the flow properties thereof.

Abstract: Oligomeric esters of the formula I or II ##STR1## in which n has a value from 1 to 3, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are divalent organic radicals, at least one of which contains a polyalkylpiperidine radical of the formula III ##STR2## in which R is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl and E and E' are end groups, are prepared by polycondensing a dicarboxylic acid ester with a diol, one of the two components being used in a molar excess of 33 to 100%. The end groups of these oligoesters can be modified by reaction with a monofunctional component. If two different dicarboxylic acid esters or diols are used, the corresponding co-oligoesters are obtained. All these oligoesters are valuable light stabilisers for light-sensitive organic material, especially for polymer.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing carbon black as a reinforcing filler and a quaternary ammonium salt as a coupling agent and a method of making it are disclosed.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing carbon black and a second particulate filler of kaolin, metakaolin, talc, pyrophyllite coal, coke, graphite or metal carbonate filler and a method of making it are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a bioactive polymer comprising an effective biocidal amount of moieties derived from pyrithione and having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are individually selected from hydrogen and alkyl groups having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms; and PT represents the pyrithione moiety which is defined as ##STR2## wherein R.sub.4, R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are individually selected from hydrogen and, a lower alkyl group having from 1 to about 8 carbon atoms, a lower alkoxy group having from 1 to about 8 carbon atoms, a nitro group and a halo group.

Abstract: What is disclosed are a method for the polymerization of methyl methacrylate or a monomer mixture predominantly comprising methyl methacrylate, which comprises polymerizing in the presence of a free radical-forming initiator and in the presence of a sterically hindered amine containing at least one group having the formula ##STR1## wherein R is the same or different alkyl, R' is hydrogen or alkyl, and A is a 2- or 3-membered alkylene chain which may be bound to a further organic group, polymer sheets prepared by such a method, and the use of such sheets in solaria.

Abstract: In a stabilized polyvinyl chloride molding mixture containing a stabilizer combination based upon alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, and/or zinc soaps, co-stabilizers, powdered, crystalline, hydrous aluminosilicate, and flow promoters, as well as optionally additional conventional additives, the improvement which comprises, per 100 parts by weight of polyvinyl chloride,(a) from about 0.2 to 5 parts by weight of a synthetic, crystalline, powdered alkali metal aluminosilicate containing from about 13 to 25 percent by weight of water of crystallization; and(b) from about 0.1 to 5 parts by weight of at least one co-stabilizer selected from the group consisting of .beta.-diketones, .alpha.-ketoenol esters, .alpha.-acyllactones, substituted 1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxylic acids, and pyrrole, the pyrrole being unsubstituted or substituted.

Abstract: Polyolefin compositions and articles, especially articles of medical ware, such as polypropylene hypodermic syringes, are made more resistant to the embrittlement which accompanies sterilization by high energy (e.g. gamma) irradiation by the addition to a polyolefin of narrow molecular weight distribution of a heterocyclic hindered amine and, optionally, a liquid modifier.

Abstract: The polyamides are fireproofed and, e.g., phosphine-inhibited, by formulating red phosphorus and at least one lanthanide or yttrium compound therewith.

Abstract: A method for making a methyl methacrylate polymer having high resistance to ultraviolet radiation and thermal damage by polymerizing methyl methacrylate or a monomer mixture predominantly comprising methyl methacrylate in the presence of a highly sterically hindered amine such as 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl piperidine.

Abstract: This invention relates to new polyamide imides and to the use thereof as thermoplasts.

Abstract: Novel polycondensed compounds containing piperidine groups of polycarbamate structure, of the general formula: ##STR1##

Abstract: Ultraviolet-absorbing stabilizers of the formula E--(G--R).sub.n, L--(G--E).sub.m, or [G--E.sub.1 --G--Q].sub.p where E is a radical derived from an oxanilide, benzalmalonate, .alpha.-cyanocinnamate or o-hydroxyphenylbenzotriazole, E.sub.1 is a radical derived from an oxanilide, G is --OCH.sub.2 CHOH--, R is alkyl, phenyl or --CH.sub.2 OT where T is alkyl or alkenyl, n is 1 or 2, m is 2 or 3, L is a direct bond, alkylene or other bis or tris radical, Q has the same meaning as L when m is 2, and p is 1 to 4, are particularly resistant to loss during weathering of outdoor thermoset or theromplastic coating systems while exhibiting good stabilization efficacy and compatibility in said systems.

Abstract: This invention relates to ultraviolet light stabilizing hindered polyoxyalkylene polyamines. The products of the present invention can be utilized as ultraviolet light stabilizers for a wide variety of commercial products such as water base paints, oil base paints, polyethylenes, polypropylenes, polyurethanes, etc. The products have the formula: ##STR1## wherein: R represents an alkylene, alkyl, aralkyl, alkaryl or aryl group containing 1 to 24 carbon atoms,R' represents hydrogen, methyl or ethyl,n represents a number having an average value of 1 to 70, andx represents an integer having a value of 1 to 3.In a modified form of the invention, the products are useful also to inhibit oxidation of such products.

Abstract: Water-based silicone resin emulsions are provided comprising an organopolysiloxane resin or mixture of resins which may include a solvent carrier, and a single emulsifying agent comprising the reaction product of an aliphatic carboxylic acid and an amine or ammonia as well as an amount of water sufficient for providing a water-based emulsion having a desired silicone resin solids content by weight.

Abstract: Disclosed are stabilized polyester compositions having significantly improved weatherability, said polyesters consisting of homopolyesters derived from a dicarboxylic acid component wherein at least a major portion of which is 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid (or ester) having a trans isomer content of at least 65% and a glycol component wherein at least a major portion of which is 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol and copolyesters thereof with modifying aliphatic glycols and/or aliphatic dicarboxylic acids, said polyesters being stabilized with the combination of at least one ultraviolet light stabilizing compound compatible with said polyester and at least one hindered amine light stabilizer having the formulae ##STR1## the groups shown as R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are each independently selected from various substituents.

Abstract: Disclosed are stabilized polyester compositions having significantly improved weatherability. These polyesters consist of copolyesterethers derived from a dicarboxylic acid component comprising about 80-100 mole % 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid having a trans isomer content of at least 70% and about 0-20 mole % of a second dicarboxylic acid and a glycol component comprising about 70-95 mole % 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and about 5-30 mole % of a polyalkylene ether glycol having a molecular weight of about 600 to about 3000. The copolyesterether compositions further comprise a stabilizing effective amount of the combination of (1) at least one hindered phenolic antioxidant, (2) at least one ultraviolet light stabilizing compound compatible with said copolyesterether and (3) at least one hindered amine light stabilizing compound having the formulae ##STR1## the groups shown as R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are each independently selected from various substituents.

Abstract: Amines are reacted with phosphorous trichloride to form N-dichlorophosphinoamines that are then reacted with a bisphenol in about equimolar amounts to provide polyphosphoramidite oligomers. The polyphosphoramidite oligomers are effective as stabilizers for polymers such as polyolefins, and form even more efficient stabilizer combinations with hydroxyphenylalkyleneyl isocyanurates.

Abstract: Disclosed is a new class of polymeric hindered amine light stabilizers based on maleic anhydride modified polyolefins reacted with tetramethyl piperidine derivatives. These materials are more effective than most of the generally used hindered amine light stabilizers, but due to their higher molecular weights and the polyolefin backbone, they are more compatible with polyolefins.

Abstract: A polyamide acid composition for preparing a polyimide which is improved in the stability in a form of solution and can extend the pot life of the composition comprising a solution of a polyamide acid in an organic solvent, the polyamide acid being a precursor of the polyimide, and an N-substituted heterocyclic compound as a chemical treating agent which can lower a rate of conversion of the polyamide acid to the polyimide. The pot life can be extremely extended to give the composition an enough flowability for a long time without reducing the excellent properties such as a heat resistance of the obtained polyimide.

Abstract: Compositions are provided which are effective for stabilizing halogen containing polymers against the deteriorative effects of heat. These stabilizer compositions comprise (1) at least one zinc mercaptoester, (2) at least one basic inorganic alkali or alkaline earth metal compound, and, optionally, (3) at least one substituted dihydropyridine.

Abstract: An addition polymerizable UV stabilizer is prepared by reacting an isocyanatoalkyl ester of an addition polymerizable carboxylic acid (such as 2-isocyanatoethyl methacrylate) with an UV stabilization functionality bearing an active hydrogen moiety which is reactive with the isocyanate (such as 2-hydroxy-4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzophenone).

Abstract: Polysubstituted .alpha.-aminoacetamides of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is tert-alkyl; R.sup.4 is alkyl, phenyl, substituted phenyl, cycloalkyl, piperidinyl, tetraalkylpiperidinyl or an alkylene (.alpha.-aminoacetamide). These compounds are prepared by first reacting an .alpha.-haloacetamide with a base to form an .alpha.-lactam intermediate which in turn is reacted with a primary amine. The compounds are useful as stabilizers of polymeric materials against ultraviolet light degradation.

Abstract: Moulding compositions based on thermoplastic polyesters can be effectively protected against thermal degradation, if they contain, as a first stabilizer, a polyepoxide compound and, as a second stabilizer, a bisoxazoline or a dicarboxylic acid imide or amide.

Abstract: Ultraviolet-absorbing stabilizers of the formula E-(G-R).sub.n, L-(G-E).sub.m, or [G-E.sub.1 -G-Q].sub.p where E is a radical derived from an oxanilide, benzalmalonate, .alpha.-cyanocinnamate or o-hydroxyphenylbenzotriazole, E.sub.1 is a radical derived from an oxanilide, G is --OCH.sub.2 CHOH--, R is alkyl, phenyl or --CH.sub.2 OT where T is alkyl or alkenyl, n is 1 or 2, m is 2 or 3, L is a direct bond, alkylene or other bis or tris radical, Q has the same meaning as L when m is 2, and p is 1 to 4, are particularly resistant to loss during weathering of outdoor thermoset or thermoplastic coating systems while exhibiting good stabilization efficacy and compatibility in said systems.

Abstract: Polyolefins, in particular polypropylene, are stabilized against UV degradation by a system of ethylene vinyl acetate, containing at least 20% by weight vinyl acetate and one or more of a nickel or zinc-N,N'-dialkyldithiocarbamate or a piperidine derivative such as bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidyl)sebacate.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of organo-sulfur substituted pyridine compounds as reinforcing promoters and coupling agents for silica filled rubber compositions.

Abstract: Compounds which contain, in their molecule, at least one 2-(2'-hydroxyphenyl)-benztriazole group or one 2-hydroxybenzophenone group and at least one polyalkylpiperidine group are effective light stabilizers for organic materials, in particular for polymers. The use of the compounds as light stabilizers for lacquers is of particular importance.

Abstract: Poly(piperidylamine) alkanes represented by the Formula (I) or (II): ##STR1## and synthetic resin compositions having improved resistance to deterioration by light containing such compounds.

Abstract: This invention relates to a polyolefin composition with an improved weather resistance, which comprises a polyolefin blended with (1) a benzotriazole compound, (2) a heterocyclic hindered amine compound and (3) a phenyl benzoate compound or nickel complex compound.

Abstract: A non-yellowing antioxidant-UV stabilizer combination especially useful in AES polymers comprising(A) at least one antioxidant selected from the group consisting of:(i) a thiodialkylene bis-(3,5-dialkyl-4-hydroxy) hydrocinnamate antioxidant;(ii) An N,N'-alkylene bis-(3,5-dialkyl-4-hydroxy) hydrocinnamamide antioxidant;(iii) an O,O-dialkyl-3,5-dialkyl-4-hydroxybenzyl phosphonate antioxidant;(iv) an oxamidobis alkyl (3,5)-dialkyl-4-hydroxyphenyl) propionate antioxidant; and(v) a [3-(3,5-dialkyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionamido]alkyl stearate antioxidant; and(B) a UV stabilizer package comprising:(vi) at least one UV stabilizer of the hindered amine type, with or without(vii) at least one UV absorber.

Abstract: Improved vinyl halide polymer compositions containing smoke retarding amounts of copper oxalate and an amine molybdate form less smoke and have decreased flame spread on burning in the ASTM E-84 test when the compositions also contain about 5 to 15 weight parts of a Group IIA alkaline earth metal carbonate, titanium dioxide and alumunim hydrate. Improved rigid vinyl halide polymer compositions, substantially free of liquid ester type plasticizers, also containing styrene copolymer process modifiers, copolymers of ethylene and vinyl acetate and graft copolymers of methacrylates, butadiene, and styrenes (MBS) polymers, are disclosed.

Abstract: Ester-carbonate interchange in blends of aromatic polycarbonates and poly(alkylene dicarboxylates) is inhibited by adding thereto an ortho-disubstituted hydroxyaromatic compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is hydrogen, lower alkyl or lower aryl.

Abstract: Piperidine-4-carboxylic acid derivatives of the formula ##STR1## wherein: R.sub.2 is hydrogen, alkyl having from one to four carbon atoms, or oxyl;R.sub.3 is --XR.sub.5 or --CN;R.sub.4 is alkylene having from two to twelve carbon atoms; cycloalkylene having from three to twelve carbon atoms; arylene having from six to twelve carbon atoms; or aralkylene having from seven to twelve carbon atoms;R.sub.5 is hydrogen, alkyl having from one to twenty carbon atoms, cycloalkyl having from five to six carbon atoms; or alkenyl having from three to twenty carbon atoms; or ##STR2## X is --O-- or --NH--; and n is 0 to 10;and the acid addition salts thereof.

Abstract: Polymers or oligometic compounds of the general formula ##STR1## in which X, X.sup.a and X.sup.b are an ester, amide or cyano group, Y, Y.sup.a and Y.sup.b are --O-- or --NR.sup.10 --, R.sup.1, R.sup.1a and R.sup.1b are a group which contains a polyalkylpiperidine radical, and R.sup.1a can also be alkyl, and R.sup.3, R.sup.3a and R.sup.3b are alkylene, alkenylene, arylene-dialkylene, cycloalkylene-dialkylene or monooxa-alkylene or polyoxa-alkylene, can be prepared by the polycondensation of malonic acid esters or amides or cyanoacetic acid esters or amides with difunctional compounds, preferably dihalogen compounds, in the presence of bases. The products obtained have a molecular weight of 800 to 20,000 and are outstanding light stabilizers for organic polymers.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are defined in the text, are useful as light stabilizers for polymeric materials, particularly for thermoplastic polymers and automotive finishes. Preferred compounds are those in which R.sub.1 is hydrogen and R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are identical (C.sub.8-17 alkyl)carbonyl groups.

Abstract: A triazolidine-3,5-dione/formaldehyde/amine condensate is disclosed of the formula ##STR1## in which wherein the terms R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.5 are defined hereinafter in the specificationa process for the preparation of such condensate by reaction of a triazolidine-3,5-dione with formaldehyde and a suitable nitrogen compound and the use of the condensate as a flame-proofing agent for thermoplastics, especially polyamide and as an auxiliary for modifying polymeric substances.

Abstract: Wood is preserved with a water-based treating solution containing a halogenated phenol wood preservative such as pentachlorophenol, a phenolic resin prepolymer such as a phenol formaldehyde prepolymer, and a coupling or solubilizing agent for enhancing the water compatibility of the various ingredients. The treatment is carried out by exposing the wood, while submerged in the treating solution, so one or more cycles of reduced pressure (i.e. vacuum) and elevated pressure.

Abstract: The use of open-chain acetals or ketals corresponding to the following general formula ##STR1## as non-discoloring anti-ozonants for natural and/or synthetic rubber.

Abstract: Use of N-substituted 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperadine compounds, their acid addition salts or complexes with metal compounds, optionally together with further stabilizers, for stabilizing acid catalyzed stoving lacquers based on hot crosslinkable acrylic polyester or alkyd resins against the action of light, moisture and oxygen. The combination of an N-substituted 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidine compound with a UV absorber is particularly effective in stabilizing said lacquers.

Abstract: Use of 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidine compounds or their acid addition salts or complexes with metal compounds, optionally together with further stabilizers, for stabilizing metallic stoving lacquers based on hot-crosslinkable alkyd or acrylic resins against the action of light, moisture and oxygen.