Abstract: Edible seeds are sanitized with a composition comprising water, a biocidal agent and a solvent. The composition is applied to the seeds and the seeds are later dried without first rinsing the seeds. The application rate may be 15% by weight of the seeds or less. The solvent may be a water-miscible alcohol such as ethanol or propylene glycol. When sanitizing mucilaginous seeds, the composition comprises one or more alcohols in an amount effective to inhibit the release of mucilage. The composition is initially applied as a mist to mucilaginous seeds. The biocidal agent may be an oxidizer such as peracetic acid. A treatment system includes an atomizing sprayer and a dryer, for example a fixed bed forced-air dryer.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a novel porous coordination polymer having superhydrophobicity. The present invention relates to a porous coordination polymer comprising: a divalent or trivalent metal ion; and an organic ligand represented by the following formula (1): wherein X1, X2, and X3 are the same or different, and each represent CO2?, CS2?, PO32?, PO42?, AsO32?, AsO42?, SO3?, SO4?, SeO3?, SeO4?, TeO3?, or TeO4?; and R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11, and R12 are the same or different, and each represent hydrogen or C1-20 alkyl; the metal ion and the organic ligand being alternately linked by a coordinate bond.

Abstract: A polyorganosiloxane compound, a method of preparing the same, and a copolycarbonate resin comprising the same are disclosed. Particularly, a copolycarbonate resin, which may be applied to a variety of applications, and in particular, comprises a polyorganosiloxane compound used as an impact modifier, a modifier, or a comonomer of a copolycarbonate resin and has improved mechanical properties such as low-temperature impact strength, is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous plating bath compositions for deposition of nickel and nickel alloys utilizing novel stabilizing agents possessing a carbon-carbon triple bond and a functional group to enhance the bath performance.

Abstract: A reagent for carrying out a difluoromethylation reaction of unsaturated compounds and ring-nitrogen-containing aromatic compounds, a zinc difluoro-methanesulfinate, as well as a method for making the reagent and a method for its use are disclosed.

Abstract: A process for producing zinc toluenesulfonate comprising reacting a zinc compound comprising Zn(OH)2 with toluenesulfonic acid and/or a salt thereof in the presence of an alcohol having 1 to 20 carbon atoms in total at a temperature higher than 60° C.

Abstract: A method for preparing an ionic compound by mixing at least one compound of formula CxAy-zH2O (1) with at least one hydrogen donor and heating the mixture obtained is provided. The said ionic compound remains in a physical state selected from the group consisting of liquid and semisolid at a temperature below 150° C., preferably below 125° C.

Abstract: A production process of a contact product, which can be used as a polymerization catalyst component, comprising contacting a metal oxide such as zinc oxide with a compound defined by a specific formula such as trifluoroacetic acid; a production process of a polymerization catalyst, comprising contacting the polymerization catalyst component with a transition metal compound; and a production process of a polymer, comprising polymerizing an addition-polymerizable monomer in the presence of the polymerization catalyst.

Abstract: A process for producing zinc toluenesulfonate comprising reacting a zinc compound comprising Zn(OH)2 with toluenesulfonic acid and/or a salt thereof in the presence of an alcohol having 1 to 20 carbon atoms in total at a temperature higher than 60° C.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of exchanging nanostructures from within aqueous liquid media into organic liquid media. The steps comprise first supplying solid nanostructures in an aqueous liquid media, adjusting the pH, incorporating an ionic surfactant sufficient to reduce nanostructure aggregation, followed by concentrating the nanostructures in the aqueous liquid media. The nanostructures may them be placed in organic liquid media followed by introduction of a coupling agent capable of covalent attachment to the nanostructure surface while providing a functional group capable of polymerization to covalently bond the nanostructures to a selected monomer and/or polymer resin.

Abstract: A production process of a contact product, which can be used as a polymerization catalyst component, comprising contacting a metal oxide such as zinc oxide with a compound defined by a specific formula such as trifluoroacetic acid; a production process of a polymerization catalyst, comprising contacting the polymerization catalyst component with a transition metal compound; and a production process of a polymer, comprising polymerizing an addition-polymerizable monomer in the presence of the polymerization catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a charge control agent which comprises a metal compound of a cyclic phenol sulfide of the following formula (1) as an active ingredient: wherein at least one of several Y is a metal atom. The present invention also discloses a toner which comprises one or more kinds of said metal compound, a coloring agent and a binder resin. The charge control agent of the present invention overcomes disadvantages such as lack of sharpness of first copied images and instability of the quality of the copied images in continuously copying, and it is those applicable to recent high speed printers, which have a quick charging rise time, an excellent environmental stability since the charge amount thereof less varies depending on the changes of temperature and humidity, and a high frictional charge amount. In addition, by using said charge control agent, a toner having a negative electric with high charging performance can be provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing fluorosulfonylimides more safely, rapidly and efficiently, which enables suppression of production of by-products, and fluorosulfonylimides. The method for producing a fluorosulfonylimide salt of the present invention includes a step of reacting a fluoride compound containing at least one element selected from the group consisting of elements of Group 11 to Group 15 and Period 4 to Period 6 (excluding arsenic and antimony) with a compound represented by the following general formula (I) to give a fluorosulfonylimide salt represented by the general formula (II): wherein R1 denotes at least one element selected from the group consisting of elements of Group 11 to Group 15 and Period 4 to Period 6 (excluding arsenic and antimony); R3 denotes fluorine, chlorine or a fluorinated alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R4 denotes fluorine or a fluorinated alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms; and m denotes an integer of 2 or 3.

Abstract: The subject matter of the present invention is Zn N-acetyltaurinate of formula: [CH3—CO—NH—CH2—CH2—SO3]2?Zn2+ for preventing and/or treating diseases with lipofuscin accumulation due in particular to aging or to oxidative stress, and for preparing a medicament that is of use in treating these diseases. Use: treatment of diseases related to aging or to oxidative stress, in particular age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

Abstract: A reductive system including a silane, preferably PMHS, and an active zinc compound, which is monomeric and not a hydride, wherein a reduction of a carbonyl substrate to a corresponding alcohol is achievable.

Abstract: Complex compounds containing acesulfame have good antimicrobial action, in particular antibacterial action, and are distinguished by the fact that they are complex compounds of metallic elements such as zinc, copper, silver, or nonmetallic quaternary ammonium cations, such as the cetylpyridinium cation, with acesulfame. The invention also relates to a process for preparing the compounds and their use in the oral hygiene sector.

Abstract: The present invention covers 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid zinc complex compound as represented by the formula [I]: ##STR1## as well as a process for producing the same, and an anti-hepatitis agent, liver function improving agent and anti-ulcer agent. As compared with 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid, glutathione and glycyrrhizin, the compound (I) of the present invention exhibits improved anti-hepatitis activity, and also strengthens detoxicating activity toward various compounds to thereby develop liver function improving activity, while the said compound shows excellent anti-ulcer activity but greatly lowered toxicity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid zinc complex represented by the following formula: ##STR1## (wherein M is an alkali metal atom), to a process for producing the said complex from 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid and to use of the said complex as an anti-hepatitis agent, liver function improving agent and anti-ulcer agent. The said complex exhibits not only improved physiological activities such as anti-hepatitis activity, suppressory activity against liver-function disorder and anti-ulcer activity but also protective and restorative activity for the digestive tract.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed for enhancing .sup.19 F magnetic resonance imaging which utilize trifluoromethyl derivatives of iodinated X-ray contrast media. Typical magnetic resonance contrast media within the scope of the present invention include bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene derivatives, tris(trifluoromethyl)benzene derivatives, tetrakis(trifluoromethyl)benzene derivatives, and other related trifluoromethylated benzene derivatives.

Abstract: Methods of treating chronic arthritis and osteoporosis which utilize both known and novel compounds which would fall under the general formula:(HO)p--A--[--OS(O).sub.2 NR.sup.1 R.sup.2 ].sub.zwherein A encompasses a wide range of values including but not limited to aryl, loweralkyl, cycloalkyl, and carbohydrates including sucrose and fructose; p is equal to the number of unreacted hydroxy groups contained on the molecule and may be zero; z is the number of --OS(O).sub.2 NR.sup.1 R.sup.2 groups and is always at least one; R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are selected from hydrogen, loweralkyl, carboxy and the like; a novel process for preparing the compounds is provided wherein an appropriate sulfamic acid aryl ester is reacted with a hydroxy substituted A radical which may or may not contain thereon protected carboxyl, amino or hydroxy substituents, in an aprotic solvent containing a tertiary amine base. Pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of chronic arthritis and osteoporosis are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing a solution of a non-ferrous metal sulphonate by reacting a non-ferrous metal with a sulphonic acid, the non-ferrous metal being brought into contact with a sulphonic acid at a temperature of from 20.degree. to 120.degree. C. in the presence of oxygen or oxygen-containing gases.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel compounds which are useful as initiators for cationically polymerizable monomers. The novel compounds comprise a carbon containing cation (e.g., trimethyloxonium) which is capable of initiating cationic polymerization and a non-nucleophilic counterion which is an at least partially fluorinated hydrocarbylsulfonato metallate (e.g. perfluoroethylsulfonato-aluminate). The disclosed initiators are capable of initiating the cationic polymerization of a wide variety of monomers such as epoxides, tetrahydrofuans, oxazolines, vinyls, lactones, and the like.

Abstract: Novel acrylic acid salts of formula ##STR1## wherein R represents a hydrogen or a halogen atom, a C.sub.1-4 alkyl, a C.sub.1-4 alkoxy or a nitro group,M represents a cation derived from bismuth, zinc or a pharmaceutically acceptable organic base,X represents an inorganic anion,n is an integer of from 0 to 2,m is an integer of from 1 to 3,p is 0 or 1, andr is an integer of from 0 to 6having cytoprotective and antiulcer activities are provided. A process is also described for the preparation of said compounds.

Abstract: Zinc compounds of formula IICF.sub.3 CCl.sub.2 ZnCl.cndot.yL (II)wherein y is 1 or 2 and L is a solvent ligand selected from the group of the N-disubstituted acid amides, N-substituted lactams and the organic sulfoxides, are suitable for reaction with CO.sub.2, COS or SO.sub.2 to give, after working up, the acids of formula ICF.sub.3 CCl.sub.2 --X (I)wherein X is --CO.sub.2 H, --CSOH or --SO.sub.2 H, in good yield.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of perhaloalkanesulfinic and -sulfonic acids and derivatives of these acids. A perhaloalkanesulfinic acid salt is prepared by contacting a metal hydroxymethanesulfinate (preferably, a sodium, zinc or copper hydroxymethanesulfinate) with a perhaloalkyl halide group, in a polar solvent. Optionally, the perhaloalkanesulfinic acid salt is then converted to a perhaloalkanesulfinic or -sulfonic acid or a derivative of either of these acids.

Abstract: Rust preventives are provided comprising divalent metal salts of the formula: ##STR1## wherein the R groups are independently selected from methyl, hydrogen, and decyl of the formula: ##STR2## wherein n=0 to 3; and wherein from two to three R groups are decyl, zero to two R groups are methyl, and zero to two R groups are hydrogen; and M is a divalent metal selected from Mg, Ca, Ba, and Zn. Useful intermediates for preparing the said rust preventives are also provided.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of addition products of epoxides and hydroxylated compounds, characterized by the fact that it comprises the reaction of an epoxide and a hydroxylated compound in the homogeneous liquid phase, in the presence, as catalyst, of a salt of trifluoromethanesulphonic acid.

Abstract: The bond strength between a sulphur-vulcanizable rubber and a metal, especially brass, is increased by using as bonding promoter an organic substance containing one or more groups of the formula --S--SO.sub.2 R where R represents (a) a radical --OM where M is a monovalent metal, the equivalent of a multivalent metal, a monovalent ion derived by the addition of a proton to a nitrogeneous base or the equivalent of a multivalent ion derived by the addition of two or more protons to a nitrogeneous base, or (b) an organic radical. Preferred promoters include sodium, zinc, nickel and cobalt organothiosulphates.