Abstract: Novel s-triazine compounds containing at least one N,N-bis(alkoxy or hydroxyalkoxy-carbonyl-amino C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 alkyl) amino substituent function in self-condensation and as cross-linkers for compounds containing active hydrogen groups. The compositions cure to coatings with excellent properties, especially corrosion resistance, humidity resistance, abrasion resistance and flexibility. The coatings have excellent exterior durability.

Abstract: A compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein A is a purin-9-yl group, a heterocyclic isostere of a purin-9-yl group, a pyrimidin-1-yl group or a heterocyclic isostere of a pyrimidin-1-yl group; E is hydrogen, --CH.sub.2 OH or --OH; and G and D are independently selected from hydrogen, C.sub.1 to C.sub.10 alkyl, --OH, --CH.sub.2 OH, --CH.sub.2 OR.sub.20 wherein R.sub.20 is C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl, --CH.sub.2 OC(O)R.sub.21 wherein R.sub.21 is C.sub.1 to C.sub.10 alkyl, --CH.sub.2 OC(O)CH(R.sub.22)(NHR.sub.23) wherein R.sub.22 is the side chain of any of the naturally occurring amino acids and R.sub.23 is hydrogen or --C(O)CH(R.sub.24)(NH.sub.2) wherein a R.sub.24 is the side chain of any of the naturally occurring amino acids, --CH.sub.2 SH, --CH.sub.2 Cl, --CH.sub.2 F, --CH.sub.2 Br, --CH.sub.2 I, --C(O)H, --CH.sub.2 CN, --CH.sub.2 N.sub.3, --CH.sub.2 NR.sub.1 R.sub.2, --CO.sub.2 R.sub.1, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OH, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OR.sub.20 wherein R.sub.20 is as defined above, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OC(O)R.sub.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of 1,3-disubstituted 2-nitroguanidines of the formula I ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, R.sub.2 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl or a radical --CH.sub.2 B; A is an unsubstituted or mono- to tetrasubstituted aromatic or non-aromatic, monocyclic or bicyclic heterocyclic radical, which may contain one or two substituents from the group comprising C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 haloalkyl having 1 to 7 halogen atoms, cyclopropyl, halocyclopropyl having 1 to 3 halogen atoms, C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 alkenyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 alkynyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 haloalkenyl and C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 haloalkynyl having 1 to 4 halogen atoms, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 haloalkoxy having 1 to 7 halogen atoms, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkylthio, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 haloalkylthio having 1 to 7 halogen atoms, allyloxy, propargyloxy, allylthio, propargylthio, haloallyloxy, haloallylthio, cyano and nitro and one to four substituents from the group comprising C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkyl, C.sub.

Abstract: Polymeric, water-soluble triazine compounds which contain both basic and acidic groups in the molecule have out-standing surfactant properties and are suitable for the preparation of dispersions of solids, preferably of dispersions of inorganic and/or organic pigments, in an aqueous or water-dilutable medium. Since these triazine compounds are colorless or only slightly colored, they do not influence the shade of the medium used.

Abstract: There are described new triazinyl-substituted acrylic esters of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, X and Y have the meaning given in the description, and a process for their preparation.The new acrylic esters of the formula (I) are used for the preparation of pesticides.

Abstract: 2-(Phenoxy or phenylthio)-2-(pyrimidinyloxy or 1,3,5-triazinyloxy)alkanoic acid compounds, such as ethyl 2-(2-fluorophenoxy)-2-(4,6-dimethylpyrimidin-2-yloxy)-acetate, were prepared by the reaction of a phenol or thiophenol compound with a 2-chloro-2-(pyrimidinyloxy or 1,3,5-triazinyloxy)alkanoate ester compound or by the reaction of a pyrimidinol or 1,3,5-triazinol with a 2-bromo-2-(phenoxy or phenylthio)alkanoate ester. These compounds, and, especially, agriculturally acceptable salts, esters, and amides of these compounds, were found to have herbicidal utility.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## in which A is nitrogen or CR.sup.5 ;R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.5 each independently are hydrogen, or halogen, formyl, cyano, carboxy or azido, or optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy, alkenyloxy, alkynyloxy, aryloxy, alkylthio, alkenylthio, alkynylthio, arylthio, alkylcarbonyl, alkoxycarbonyl, amino, aminoxy or dialkyliminoxy;R.sup.3 is a hydrogen, or optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, heterocyclic, aralkyl or aryl; andR.sup.4 optionally substituted alkyl, aralkyl, aryl or heterocyclyl; and salts thereof, have herbicidal properties. The invention also provides processes for their preparation and their use as herbicides.

Abstract: Lubricants for electromagnetic recording media are characterized in that they are amides, imides or amide-imides consisting of perfluoroalkylpolyether derivatives. The derivatives are reacted with perfluoropolyether radicals and cyclic amino compounds, nitrogen-containing heterocyclic amino compounds and phosphonitrile amide compounds. The general formula is represented by (1)(Rf) l--Z . . . (1)with the molecular weight of the Rf group being comprised between 400 and 10,000.

Abstract: 2-Amino-4-fluoroalkoxy-1,3,5-triazines of the formula I ##STR1## where R.sup.1 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl; R.sup.2 is hydrogen, halogen, haloalkyl, trifluoromethoxy or chlorodifluoromethoxy and n is 0 or 1 are prepared as described.

Abstract: The invention describes light-sensitive bis-trichloromethyl-s-triazines of the general formula I ##STR1## wherein A denotes the ring members required to complete a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic ring which may be substituted or may carry a substituted or unsubstituted fused benzene ring,R denotes a substituted or unsubstituted alkyl group andX denotes CH or N.The compounds are readily prepared in high yields. They are suitable for use as light-sensitive free-radical and acid donors in light-sensitive compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for stabilizing synthetic thermoplastic materials against thermal degradation, which comprises incorporating in said materials one or more compounds of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is unsubstituted or substituted phenyl, n is e.g. 1, 2 or 3, and, when n is 1, R.sub.2 is e.g. --COR.sub.3, --COOR.sub.4 or --CO-N(R.sub.5)R.sub.6 in which R.sub.3 is e.g. C.sub.4 -C.sub.17 alkyl, R.sub.4 is e.g. C.sub.4 -C.sub.18 alkyl, cyclohexyl or t-butylcyclohexyl, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 which can be identical or different are e.g. C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkyl or cyclohexyl, and, when n is 2, R.sub.2 is e.g. --CO--R.sub.10 --OC, --COO-R.sub.11 --OOC-- or --CONH--R.sub.12 --NHCO- in which R.sub.10 is e.g. C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkylene, R.sub.11 is e.g. C.sub.4 -C.sub.6 alkylene and R.sub.12 is e.g. C.sub.4 -C.sub.6 alkylene, and, when n is 3, R.sub.2 is e.g. benzenetricarbonyl.Several compounds of the formula (I) are new.

Abstract: Hindered amines based on various 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylated nitrogen-containing heterocyclic moieties wherein the hindered nitrogen atom on the ring is substituted with OR.sub.1 substituents and the 4-position of the ring is substituted with a variety of groups, are effective as light stabilizers in diverse substrate systems.

Abstract: Herbicidal bisazinyl compounds of the formula ##STR1## in which A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 are identical or different and represent nitrogen or a C--X group, X representing hydrogen, halogen, alkyl or alkoxy, andQ.sup.1 and Q.sup.2 are identical or different and represent oxygen, sulphur, NH or N-alkyl,(the substituents R, X.sup.1, X.sup.2, Y.sup.1, Y.sup.2 and Z representing a variety of organic radicals).The compounds of the formulas ##STR2## are also new.

Abstract: A viscosity-stable polyisocyanate prepared by heating a polyisocyanate containing uretone imine groups and a catalyst under reaction conditions sufficient to produce compounds containing 2-imino-4,6-dioxohexahydro-s-triazine groups is disclosed. The polyisocyanate product so prepared may be used alone or blended with other polyisocyanates or diisocyanates to produce polyurethane, polyisocyanurate, polyamide and related polymers. These polymers, when used to prepare a foam, may exhibit improved dimensional stability and flammability. Also disclosed is a family of isocyanate compounds containing at least one 2-imino-4,6-dioxohexahydro-s-triazine group and having an isocyanate functionality of at least 4.

Abstract: Radiation-sensitive organo-halogen compounds having a photo-labile halomethyl-1,2,5-triazine moiety and at least one photoinitator moiety within one molecule. The compounds of this invention are good photoinitiators, and compositions containing them can be used in printing, duplicating, copying, and other imaging systems. The compounds of this invention eliminate the need for a combination of photoinitiators in a photocurable or photopolymerizable composition.

Abstract: Novel s-triazine compounds containing at least one N,N-bis(alkoxy or hydroxyalkoxy-carbonyl-amino C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 alkyl) amino substituent function in self-condensation and as cross-linkers for compounds containing active hydrogen groups. The compositions cure to coatings with excellent properties, especially corrosion resistance, humidity resistance, abrasion resistance and flexibility. The coatings have excellent exterior durability.

Abstract: 6-Trifluoromethyl-1,3,5-triazines I ##STR1## (X=O,S; R.sup.1 =H; R.sup.1, R.sup.2 =carbon organic radicals) are prepared by reacting(a) N-trichloroacetamidinoguanidines II ##STR2## with trifluoroacetic acid derivatives IIICF.sub.3 --CO--Y III(Y=Cl, alkoxy, CF.sub.3 --CO--O) to give 4-trichloromethyl-6-trifluoromethyl-1,3,5-triazines IV ##STR3## and (b) reacting the products IV in the presence of a base with alcohols VR.sup.2 --XH VThe triazines I are valuable intermediates for crop protection agents.

Abstract: The aromatic amines (I), alkyl amines (II), bicyclic amines (III). ##STR1## cycloalkyl amines (IV), aromatic bicyclic amines (V), hydroquinone amines (VI), quinone amines (VII), amino-ethers (VIII) and bicyclic amino ethers (IX) are useful as pharmaceutical agents for treating a number of conditions including spinal trauma, mild and/or moderate to severe head injury, etc. Also disclosed is a method of treatment using the 3,4-dihydrobenzopyrans (XI).

Abstract: Radiation-sensitive organo-halogen compounds having a photo-labile halomethyl-1,3,5-triazine moiety and at least one amine-containing moiety within one molecule. The compounds serve the dual purpose of photoinitiation and polymerization acceleration, thereby eliminating the need for the use of two separate compounds. The compounds of this invention are good photoinitiators, and compositions containing them are useful in printing, duplicating, copying, and other imaging systems.

Abstract: This application relates to a process for preparing a N-t-alkyl-1,2-diacylhydrazine by reacting a 1,3,4-oxadiazole with a tertiary alkyl cation precursor in the presence of a strong acid catalyst. Preferably, the 1,3,4-oxadiazole is a 2,5-disubstituted-1,3,4-oxadiazole and more preferably a 2,5-diaryl-1,3,4-oxadiazole. The strong acid catalyst is preferably a sulfur containing acid and more preferably sulfuric acid.

Abstract: The invention relates to new 2-pyrimidinyl- and 2-triazinylacetic acid derivatives of general formula I ##STR1## in which A, R.sup.2-5 and X have the meanings given in the description, processes for their preparation and their use as herbicides, fungicides and plant growth regulants.

Abstract: A method for making methyl-1,3,5-triazines including the 2,4-dichloro-6-methyl- and the 2-methyl-4-methylamino-6-methoxy-1,3,5-triazines, comprising reacting sodium dicyanamide with a cyclizing agent in the presence of HCl to make the 2,4-dichloro-6-methyl-triazine and reacting said triazine, additionally, with sodium methoxide and monomethylamine to make the 2-methyl-4-methylamino-6-methoxytriazine.

Abstract: The invention relates to new substituted pyrimidinyloxy(thio)- and triazinyloxy(thio)acrylic acid derivative of general formula I ##STR1## in which A, G, R.sup.1-3, X and Y have the meanings given in the description, processes for their preparation and their use as herbicides, fungicides and plant growth regulants.

Abstract: A herbicidal alkanoic acid derivative of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.3 is a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, a halogen-substituted alkyl group, an alkyl group, a cycloalkyl group, an alkylthioalkyl group, a hydroxyalkyl group, a hydroxyl group, a cyano group, an acyloxyalkyl group, a thienyl group, a naphthyl group, a dihydronaphthyl group ##STR2## wherein R.sup.8 is a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, a nitro group, an alkyl group, an alkoxy group or --S(O).sub.n R.sup.9 wherein R.sup.9 is an alkyl group, and n is an integer of from 0 to 2, m is an integer of from 0 to 2, each of R.sup.2 and R.sup.4 which may be the same or different is a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, or R.sup.2 and R.sup.4 form together with the adjacent carbon atom a 3-, 4-, 5- or 6-membered ring which may contain an oxygen atom and may be substituted by one or two alkyl groups, each of R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 which may be the same or different is a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, R.sup.7 is an alkyl group or a phenyl group, or R.sup.

Abstract: Cross-linking reagents which are highly specific for sulphydryl groups and react with thiols at an excellent rate. The essential feature of the reagents is at least one vinyl group conjugated with an armoatic nitrogen heterocycle. Particular examples include vinyl pyridines, vinyl pyrimidines and vinyl triazines.

Abstract: 2-Amino-4-alkoxy-s-triazines which are substituted by an alkyl, aryl or aralkyl moiety in the 6-position and which are useful as pharmaceutical agents and as intermediates for herbicides, dyes and optical brighteners are prepared by reacting a dialkyl (N-cyanoimido)carbonate with an amidine salt in the presence of an inert solvent and a base.

Abstract: A process for preparing 2-amino-4-methyl-6-methoxy-1,3,5-triazine by reacting dialkyl-N-cyanoimidocarbonate with acetamidine hydrochloride or an O-alkylacetamidate hydrochloride under basic conditions.

Abstract: Compounds containing both a UV-absorbing moiety and a 1-hydrocarbyloxy hindered amine moiety are effective stabilizers for protecting polymer compositions against the deleterious effects of actinic light. The UV-absorbing moieties include the substituted 2H-benzotriazoles, s-triazines, acrylates, benzophenones, oxanilides and oxamides.

Abstract: Compounds of the general formula (I) ##STR1## and physiologically acceptable salts and solvates thereof, which have .beta..sub.2 -adrenoreceptor stimulant activity. They may be used in the treatment of diseases associated with reversible airways obstruction, such as asthma and chronic bronchitis.In preferred embodiments, Q represents a chlorine atom or a trifluoromethyl group, X represents a C.sub.3-4 alkylene chain, Y a C.sub.1-5 alkylene chain, R, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each preferably a hydrogen atom or a methyl group and Het represents a pyrimidinyl pyrazinyl, triazinyl, thiazolyl, quinolinyl, benzimidazolyl, benzothiazolyl, benzoxazolyl or pyridyl group.

Abstract: Radiation-sensitive organo-halogen compounds having a photo-labile halomethyl-1,3,5-triazine moiety and at least one amine-containing moiety within one molecule. The compounds serve the dual purpose of photoinitiation and polymerization acceleration, thereby eliminating the need for the use of two separate compounds. The compounds of this invention are good photoinitiators, and compositions containing them are useful in printing, duplicating, copying, and other imaging systems.

Abstract: Cyclic nitramines of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are independently selected from the group consisting of H, NO and NO.sub.2, and acid salts of the compound in which R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are each H, are disclosed. These compounds are useful as components in energetic compositions, including rocket and gun propellants and explosives, and are of particular interest due to their combination of high energy output and insensitivity. Compounds in which R.sup.3 is H or NO are further useful as intermediates in the preparation of those in which R.sup.3 is NO.sub.2. Also disclosed is a method for producing such compounds involving the reaction between hexamethylenetetramine and nitroguanidine.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of an oxyguanidine of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is an organic radical,R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 each is hydrogen or an organic or inorganic substituent,X is N or CH,Y is N or CR.sup.3, andZ is N or CR.sup.4,comprising reacting ##STR2## in which R.sup.5 is optionally substituted alkyl or aralkyl, or its hydrogen halide, with a hydroxylamine derivative of the formulaH.sub.2 N--O--R.sup.1 (III)at a temperature between about 0.degree. C. and 150.degree. C. New isothioureas of the formula ##STR3## are also shown.

Abstract: An ultraviolet radiation absorbing agent for bonding to an ocular lens, wherein the agent has the formula: ##STR1## wherein A and B are ultraviolet radiation absorbing components which are either identical to or are dissimilar to each other.

Abstract: Cyclic nitramines of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are independently selected from the group consisting of H, NO and NO.sub.2, and acid salts of the compound in which R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are each H, are disclosed. These compounds are useful as components in energetic compositions, including rocket and gun propellants and explosives, and are of particular interest due to their combination of high energy output and insensitivity. Compounds in which R.sup.3 is H or NO are further useful as intermediates in the preparation of those in which R.sup.3 is NO.sub.2. Also disclosed is a method for producing such compounds involving the reaction between hexamethylenetetramine and nitroguanidine.

Abstract: A thiophenesulfonamide compound having the formula: ##STR1## wherein X is a halogenoalkoxyalkyl group, and Y is ##STR2## wherein A is .dbd.N-- or .dbd.CH--, and each of Z.sub.1 and Z.sub.2 is a methyl group or a methoxy group, and its salt.

Abstract: A radiation sensitive compound and method for making same. The compound has the general formula: ##STR1## wherein, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2, which may be the same or different, each represents lower alkyl, aryl, X, CHX.sub.2, CH.sub.2 X, CX.sub.3 or NHR.sup.3 wherein R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, lower alkyl, aryl or ##STR2## and provided at least one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is CX.sub.3, X is halogen, and A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 are each residues of A.sup.1 --H and A.sup.2 --H respectively wherein A.sup.1 --H and A.sup.2 --H which may be the same or different are each compounds containing at least one group having an active hydrogen atom. The method comprises reacting together an isocyanate of the formula ##STR3## with a compound of the formula A.sup.1 --H or A.sup.2 --H to obtain the desired compound wherein R.sup.1 or R.sup.4 represents lower alkyl, aryl, X, CHX.sub.2, CX.sub.3, NCO or NHR.sup.5 wherein R.sup.5 represents hydrogen, lower alkyl or aryl and at least one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.4 is CX.sub.3.

Abstract: A metal.dicyanimide.ligand complex having the formula M[N(CN).sub.2 ].sub.2.ligand.sub.2 wherein M is Zn, Cu, Mg, Ca, Fe, Al or Si and ligand is a group capable of donating a pair of electrons, a process for its preparation, and its use in the preparation of aminotriazines is disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is hydrogen, O.sup.., CN, NO, cyanomethyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.12 -alkenyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.12 -alkynyl subject to the proviso that the carbon atom attached to the nitrogen atom is a primary carbon atom, C.sub.7 -C.sub.12 -aralkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -acyl, 2,3-epoxypropyl, OH-monosubstituted C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 -alkyl or 2,3-dihydroxypropyl, R.sub.2 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.18 -cycloalkyl, C.sub.6 -C.sub.18 -aryl or C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 -aralkyl, R.sub.3 is C.sub.6 -C.sub.18 -aryl or a group of the formula (II) ##STR2## in which R.sub.1 is as defined above, n is an integer from 1 to 4 and R.sub.4 is an organic or inorganic radical of a valency equal to n are useful for stabilizing organic material against oxidative, thermal and/or light induced degradation.

Abstract: Process for preparing aminotriazines wherein it is not necessary to make any separations before completing the preparation. The process of the invention involves reacting dicyandiamides with trimethylorthoacetate in the presence of a catalyst to form aminotriazines.

Abstract: Nucleoside analogues having a ring-open structure, of general formula: ##STR1## where R and R' may be hydrogen, silyl groups, substituted alkyl groups, benzyl groups and the like, and X is an optionally substituted base such as guanine or adenine, have been shown to exhibit anti-viral and other biological acivities at non-toxic levels.

Abstract: A compound represented by the following formula: ##STR1## wherein R is a C.sub.3 -C.sub.24 olefinically unsaturated organic radical having functionality which renders the nitrogen atom electron deficient, the olefinic unsaturation functionality being polymerizable,R.sup.1 is hydrogen or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl radical, orR and R.sup.1 together with the nitrogen atom can form an olefinically unsaturated 5 to 7-member ring which has functionality that renders the nitrogen atom electron deficient and the olefinic unsaturation functionality is polymerizable,R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are hydrogen, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or acyl radical, orR.sup.2 and R.sup.3 together are a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylene group,R.sup.4 is hydrogen or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, acyl, ester, amide or acid group, andn is an integer from 1 to 10, provided n is not 1 when R is (meth)acryloyl, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are methyl and R.sup.1 and R.sup.4 are hydrogen.

Abstract: Substituted [[4-[4-(4-phenyl-1-piperazinyl)phenoxymethyl]-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl]methyl]-1H -imidazoles and 1H-1,2,4-triazoles having antimicrobial properties and being particularly useful in the treatment of vaginal candidosis.

Abstract: The present invention provides pyridazinone derivatives of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein Het is a mono- or bicyclic heterocycle with one or two nitrogen atoms, B-C is a --CHR.sub.1 --CH.sub.2 --, --CR.sub.1 .dbd.CH--, --CHR.sub.1 --O--, --O--CHR.sub.1 --, --CHR.sub.1 --NH-- or --NH--CHR.sub.1 -- group, R.sub.1 being a hydrogen atom or an alkyl radical, and A is an amiono, alkylcarbonylamino, aminocarbonylamino, aminothiocarbonylamino, alkylaminothiocarbonylamino, alkylamionocarbonylamino, N'-cyanoguanidino or N'-cyano-N"-alkylguanidino group, a substituted phenyl ring or heterocycle attached via a nitrogen or sulphur atom, or a mono- or bicyclic substituted heterocycle with 1 to 3 nitrogen atoms, one ring nitrogen atom being directly attached to Het; as well as the physiologically acceptable salts thereof.The present invention also provides processes for the preparation of these pyridazinone drivatives and pharmaceutical compositions containing them for the treatment of heart and circulatory diseases.

Abstract: A plant growth regulating compound of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.2 is an optionally substituted nitrogen heterocyclic radical,R.sup.3 is hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkenyl, alkinyl or aralkyl, andR.sup.4 is hydrogen, or if R.sup.3 is not hydrogen R.sup.4 may be hydroxyl or a variety of radicals, orR.sup.3 and R.sup.4 together may form a ring,or an acid adduct thereof.

Abstract: Novel herbicides of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 represents an organic radical,R.sup.2 represents hydrogen or an organic radical,R.sup.3 represents an organic radical or an amino radical,R.sup.4 represents hydrogen, an organic radical, an ether radical or an amino radical,X represents N or CH,Y and Z each represent N, CH or a substituted C radical, andM is H, a metal ion or an acyl radical, or a strong acid adduct thereof. Some intermediates are also new.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is hydrogen, O.sup.., CN, NO, cyanomethyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.12 -alkenyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.12 -alkynyl subject to the proviso that the carbon atom attached to the nitrogen atom is a primary carbon atom, C.sub.7 -C.sub.12 -aralkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 -acyl, 2,3-epoxypropyl, OH-monosubstituted C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 -alkyl or 2,3-dihydroxypropyl, R.sub.2 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, C.sub.5 -C.sub.18 -cycloalkyl, C.sub.6 -Chd 18-aryl or C.sub.7 -C.sub.18 -aralkyl, R.sub.3 is C.sub.6 -C.sub.18 -aryl or a group of the formula (II) ##STR2## in which R.sub.1 is as defined above, n is an integer from 1 to 4 and R.sub.4 is an organic or inorganic radical of a valency equal to n are useful for stabilizing organic material against oxidative, thermal and/or light induced degradation.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of a 2-cyanamino-4,6-dialkoxy-1,3,5-triazine of the formula ##STR1## in which R represents alkoxy, comprising reacting 2,4,6-trichloro-1,3,5-triazine with cyanamide under alkaline conditions thereby to produce a 2-cyanamino-4,6-dichloro-1,3,5-triazine of the formula ##STR2## in which R.sup.1 represents an alkali metal ion, reacting the 2-cyanamino-4,6-dichloro-1,3,5-triazine with at least twice the molar amount of an alcoholate of the formulaRMein whichMe is an alkali metal ion, in the presence of a diluent, and then reacting with acid in the presence of water. The end product is a known intermediate for synthesizing herbicides.

Abstract: A method for the synthesis of the 2-propanone (I) is described starting from alkoxide (II) through the lactone (IV). ##STR1## Excellent control of the location of the substitution on the phenyl ring is achieved and the reaction proceeds in high yield.

Abstract: The invention relates to certain sulfonylurea compounds having an ester group ortho to the sulfonylurea linkage which have been found to be excellent preemergent and postemergent herbicides or plant growth regulators.

Abstract: A pigment paste comprising a pigment and as a pigment dispersing agent, a compound having a basic structure represented by the following formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group, and R.sub.2 represents a residue of a diol or polyol, or a mixture of said pigment dispersing agent and an organic solvent, said pigment being dispersed in said pigment dispersing agent or in said mixture.