Abstract: Anthraquinone dyestuffs of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 denote hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or aralkyl, and the said hydrocarbon radicals can be substituted, andQ denotes an aryl radical or heterocyclic radical or an --OR', --SR', --CH.dbd.N--R', ##STR2## --CHO or --SO.sub.2 --O--R' radical, whereinR' represents an aryl, aralkyl or heterocyclic radical, and the radicals mentioned for R' can be substituted,processes for their preparation, and liquid-crystalline materials containing anthraquinone dyestuffs.

Abstract: The new composition of matter, 2,2'-isopropylidine bis(tetrahydrofuran) and method of preparation.

Abstract: This invention provides a process for the preparation of pyrimidinone compounds with a group R.sup.2 CH(OH)-- at the 5-position thereof, wherein R.sup.2 is an optionally substituted acid-stable 5- or 6-membered nitrogen-containing heteroaryl group. The pyrimidinone ring is further substituted by a side-chain of a H.sub.1 -antagonist or H.sub.2 -antagonist or a precursor thereof.The compounds are convertible to 5-heteroaryl methyl compounds which are either useful H.sub.1 - or H.sub.2 -antagonists or precursors thereof.

Abstract: A class of N,N',N"-trisubstituted bis-(p-aminobenzyl) anilines are found to be effective antioxidants in a broad spectrum of petroleum and petroleum related products. N,N',N"-Tri(arylmethyl) and tri(heteroarylmethyl) substituted materials of the parent compound are especially effective at concentrations as low as about 0.0005 percent by weight.

Abstract: The present invention relates to vinyl biphenyl compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is vinyl and the other is hydrogen, and the cyclic moiety A is a -2,5-, -2,3-, or -3,4- di-OR-1-phenyl moiety wherein R is a hydroxy-protecting group, polymers prepared therefrom, and methods of preparation thereof. The subject vinyl biphenyls can be polymerized and the resultant polymers deblocked to remove the R groups and provide the corresponding polymeric dihydroxybiphenyls which can be employed as redox polymers.

Abstract: Improved rigid urethane and isocyanurate foam compositions having improved fire resistance are described. The urethane foams are based on furan compositions and are chiefly made from adding propylene oxide to bis(hydroxymethyl)furan.

Abstract: This disclosure describes novel Schiff bases of 1,4-bis[(.omega.-aminoalkyl)amino]-9,10-anthracenediones and leuco bases thereof which are useful as chelating agents and for inducing regression of leukemia and/or inhibiting tumor growth in mammals.

Abstract: Analogs of 2,5-Diaryl tetrahydrofurans which were substituted or unsubstituted at 3,4-positions were prepared.These compounds are found to have potent and specific PAF (Platelet Activating Factor) antagonistic activities and thereby useful in the treatment of various diseases or disorders mediated by the PAF, for example, inflammation, cardiovascular disorder, asthma, lung edema, adult respiratory distress syndrome, pain, and aggregation of platelets.

Abstract: Herbicidal 2-(oxaheterocycle or thiaheterocycle)-5-amino-3-oxo-4-(substituted-phenyl)-2,3-dihydrofurans and derivatives thereof. The compounds generally exhibit both pre-emergence and post-emergence phytotoxicity and are useful as herbicides and also plant growth regulating agents at low dosages.

Abstract: A compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are, same or different, each a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkyl group optionally substituted with halogen, an alkoxyalkyl or alkylthioalkyl group of the formula: R.sub.7 --Z--(CH.sub.2).sub.q --, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 alkenyl group, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 alkynyl group, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 alkoxy group, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 alkylthio group, a phenyl group, a pyridyl group, a furyl group or a thienyl group, or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 may be combined together to form a saturated or unsaturated 5- or 6-membered ring having 0 to 2 oxygen or sulfur atom(s) within the ring, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are, same or different, each a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, R.sub.5 is a methyl group or a halogen atom, R.sub.6 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group, a methoxy group, a halogen atom, a trifluoromethyl group or a nitro group, R.sub.

Abstract: The effluent stream from a process for producing phenolic compounds is reacted with an aldehyde in the presence of a base to form a water soluble resol which is useful in enhanced oil recovery.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are the same or different and are selected from hydrogen, substituted or unsubstituted methyl or ethyl radicals, and substituted or unsubstituted vinyl radicals, X is a --NH.sub.2 or --NCO group, and n is 0 or 1 with the proviso that n is not 0 when X is --NH.sub.2.

Abstract: Acid-curable, condensation-type resins, particularly phenolic resin prepolymers and urea-formaldehyde and/or furfuryl alcohol-formaldehyde modified phenolic resin prepolymers, have improved properties when admixed with a dibasic acid di-ester of the compositionR.sup.1 O.sub.2 C(CH.sub.2).sub.n CO.sub.2 R.sup.2where n is from 1 to 8, R.sup.1 is furfuryl, and R.sup.2 is furfuryl or methyl. The di-esters are preferably added in the amount of 5-35%, by weight of total composition. These compositions are particularly useful in the preparation of sand cores and molds for foundry use which have improved strength and hardness.The dibasic acid di-esters of the compositionR.sup.1 O.sub.2 C(CH.sub.2).sub.n CO.sub.2 R.sup.2where n is from 1 to 8, R.sup.1 is furfuryl, and R.sup.2 is furfuryl or methyl are not reported in the literature and are novel compounds. These di-esters are oily liquids having high boiling points and are particulary useful as resin modifiers, diluents and plasticizers.

Abstract: Novel thioether compounds are disclosed which are useful as flavoring materials to enhance or impart meat-like flavors to foodstuffs. These compounds have the general formula ##STR1## where X can be, under specified conditions, --CH.sub.2 --, oxygen, or sulfur, Y can be oxygen or sulfur and R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, and R.sub.4 are hydrogen or 1 to 3 carbon alkyl groups.

Abstract: Non-ionic surface-active agents of the formula are disclosed: ##STR1## in which a=0 or 1, R denotes a C.sub.8 -C.sub.30 aliphatic or alicyclic radical, x+y totals a number from 1 to 10 and, in each unit, one of Z.sub.1 and Z.sub.2 denotes hydrogen and the other denotes the radical ##STR2## in which R.sub.1 denotes methyl or ethyl. These products can be prepared simply and are suitable for use in cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions and in particular in cosmetic compositions for treating the hair or skin.

Abstract: Novel chalcogenopentalene compounds having a tellurium atom in the 6a position, and methods of making chalcogenopentalenes having a tellurium or a selenium atom in the 6a position are disclosed. The chalcogenopentalene compounds are useful as sensitizers in electrophotographic compositions and elements containing an electron donor and as charge emitters in multilayer photoconductive elements.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are H or alkyl; n is 0 or 1 and R is an unsaturated moiety, are useful as herbicides and plant growth regulators.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel biphenyl compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is hydrogen and the other is --CH.sub.3-m X.sub.m wherein X is chloro or bromo and m is an integer one or two, and the cyclic moiety A is a -2,5-; -2,3-; or -3,4-di-OR-1-phenyl moiety wherein R is a hydroxy-protecting group and to a method of preparing same. The biphenyl compounds are useful as intermediates in preparing redox compounds containing a phenylhydroquinone or phenylcatechol moiety.

Abstract: Substituted hydroquinone compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 to R.sub.4 are hydrogen or alkyl and Z is an aromatic ring or a group of the formula --X--Y--X--, wherein X is an aromatic ring and Y is an electron withdrawing group, are incorporated as developers into photographic materials. These materials are suitable for activation processings.

Abstract: A method and product for use in controlling the deposition of silica-containing scales and their adhesion to the walls of piping and other plant components. The product is an amine to which is attached at least a pair of terminal groups. Each group is selected from the family of compounds consisting of furfuryl and a saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon radical substituted with one or more members selected from hydroxy and carboxy, or a hydrohalide thereof. The method includes injecting the additive into saline brine or brackish water containing silica which may tend to precipitate as a scale.

Abstract: Novel methods are provided for synthesizing 2-amino-2-tetritol, by positive halogen addition to protected 1,4-dioxybutene-2 in the presence of a nitrile, resulting in addition of a halo functionality and the nitrile functionality across the double bond. Upon hydrolysis, the desired erythro-product can be obtained in stereochemically good yield.

Abstract: Diphenylalkanoether and diphenylalkanone oxime-ether derivatives of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each independently an aryl group optionally substituted with 1 to 3 substituents selected from the group consisting of halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, nitro, cyano, di(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkylamino, amino, benzyloxy, hydroxyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylthio, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylsulfinyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylsulfonyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkanoylamino, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylamino and N-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkyl-N-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkanoylamino, Z.sup.1 is a group of the formula: ##STR2## (wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are each independently a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group or an ar(C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Novel thioether compounds are disclosed which are useful as flavoring materials to enhance or impart meat-like flavors to foodstuffs. These compounds have the general formula ##STR1## where X can be, under specified conditions, --CH.sub.2 --, oxygen, or sulfur, Y can be oxygen or sulfur and R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, and R.sub.4 are hydrogen or 1 to 3 carbon alkyl groups.

Abstract: The invention includes novel alkali metal complex compounds (and processes for their preparation) which are useful, inter alia for the hydrogenation of alkali metals at room temperature or below room temperature to form hydrides or nitrides.

Abstract: Compounds of the general formula I are disclosed as useful intermediates in the preparation of prostanoids: ##STR1## wherein A represents O or H, OR.sub.z ;R.sup.z represents hydrogen or a protecting group;R.sup.x represents hydrogen or a protecting group; andR.sup.y represents halogen, a substituted thio group, di-substituted amino group, or a group of the formula R.sup.2, and R.sup.2 represents a straight-or branched-chain alkyl alkenyl or alkynyl group which may optionally be substituted by one or more carboxyl, carboxylic acid ester, or free or protected hydroxyl, thiol, aldehyde or keto groups;with the provisos that R.sup.x is not hydrogen when A is O and R.sup.y is R.sup.2 ; and that when A is H, OR.sup.z R.sup.y is R.sup.2 and R.sup.x and R.sup.z are not both hydrogen.Processes for the preparation of these compounds and of 2-substituted 4-hydroxy-cyclopent-2-en-1-one derivatives are also disclosed.

Abstract: Sulfonium compounds represented by the formula ##STR1## have anticancer activity, immunostimulant activity and the like, and useful as the active components of drugs and agricultural chemicals.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of an alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acid amide compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen or alkyl; andR.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are individually selected from hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aralkyl, cycloalkyl or aryl, each of which may be optionally substituted, or a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic radical; orR.sup.2 and R.sup.3, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are bonded, represent an optionally benzo-fused monocyclic or bicyclic ring, which ring may be substituted and may be partially unsaturated,which process comprises reacting in a first stage an alpha-halocarboxylic acid amide of the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are identified as above; andHal is chlorine or bromine,with an alkali metal acetate or alkaline earth metal acetate in the presence of a quaternary ammonium salt at a temperature between 20.degree. and 200.degree. C.

Abstract: A novel process for the preparation of optically active alcohols of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are individually selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, saturated and unsaturated, optionally substituted aliphatic, cycloaliphatic, aromatic and heterocyclic, with the proviso that at least one of R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 is other than hydrogen, and R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 taken together with the carbon atom to which they are attached form a hydrocarbon ring comprising reacting an ester of an optically active alcohol of the formula ##STR2## wherein A is the organic radical of a chiral carboxylic acid of the formula ##STR3## with a boron halide and reacting the resulting mixture with water to obtain the optically active isomer of the alcohol of formula I with the same configuration of the alcohol moiety of the starting ester in high yields without by-products of known processes.

Abstract: This invention provides a convenient and commercially adaptable process for the preparation of vinylcyclopropane derivatives in high yield. For the process an alkylating agent and activated methylene compound are reacted in the presence of a cyclic polyether compound and alkali metal compound. Water can also be present and/or the reaction may be carried out in an inert organic diluent.

Abstract: This invention provides a convenient and commercially adaptable process for the preparation of vinylcyclopropane derivatives in high yield. For the process an alkylating agent and activated methylene compound are reacted in the presence of an alkylene oxide derivative and alkali metal compound. Water can also be present and/or the reaction may be carried out in an inert organic diluent.