Abstract: Compounds of the Formulae: ##STR1## are antagonists of leukotrienes of C.sub.4, D.sub.4 and E.sub.4, the slow reacting substance of anaphylaxis. These compounds are useful as anti-asthmatic, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective agents.

Abstract: New pyrazolo-pyrrolo-pyrimidine-dione (PPPD) compounds of formula (I), ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and m are as defined in the specification, e.g., 4-(benzoylmethyl)-6-cyclohexyl-6,7-dihydro-2-phenyl-4H-pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrr olo[3,4-d]pyrimidine-5,8-dione, have been found to be potentially useful to treat warm-blooded animal patients suffering from the symptoms of atherosclerosis and cholesterol buildup to relieve the same and for favorably altering the high density lipoprotein (HDL) to low density lipoprotein (LDL) ratio in blood samples of such patients.

Abstract: Leuco dyes of the formula (I) are disclosed, ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 each represent an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms; X represents hydrogen, an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, an alkoxy group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms or a halogen; and Y represents R.sub.5 --Z--SO.sub.2 NH--, R.sub.6 --Z--CONH--, or ##STR2## in which Z represents ##STR3## R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 each represent hydrogen, an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, or a halogen; and R.sub.7 and R.sub.8 each represent hydrogen, a cyano group, or --COR.sub.9, in which R.sub.9 represents a lower alkyl group, a lower alkoxyl group, a phenyl group which may be substituted by an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, an alkoxyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, or a halogen; a naphthyl group which may be substituted by an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, an alkoxyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms or a halogen with the proviso that R.sub.7 and R.sub.8 are not both hydrogen.

Abstract: Hydroxyaminomethylphosphonates of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1 to R.sub.5 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or phenylalkyl, R.sub.6 has the same meanings except for hydrogen, and R.sub.1 can also be trialkylsilyl, are useful stabilizers for organic materials subject to oxidative, thermal or actinic induced degradation.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I, II, III and IIIa ##STR1## in which Ar.sup.1 is an unsubstituted or substituted aromatic radical and at least one of the radicals R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is an alkenyl, cycloalkenyl or arylmethyl group, are effective photoinitiators for photopolymerization of unsaturated compounds. They are particularly suitable for photocuring of pigmented systems.

Abstract: A fluorene derivative useful as an electron transport material is disclosed, which is represented by formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents a hydrogen atom or a phenyl group, R.sub.2 represents a hydrogen atom, a nitro group, or an alkoxycarbonyl group, and R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 each represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group.

Abstract: Fluorene derivatives represented by the general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R represents an alkyl group having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, a phenyl group of a C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl-substituted phenyl group, and a process for preparation thereof. These fluorene derivatives are synthesized by reacting fluorenone derivatives represented by the general formula (II): ##STR2## wherein R is the same as defined above, with malonitrile.

Abstract: Novel N-alkenoyl enamide of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen or methyl,R.sub.2 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or halogen, andR.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each independently of the other C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkanolyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxycarbonyl, benzoyl, phenyl, cyano or carbamoyl, and R.sub.4 can also be hydrogen,are used for photocrosslinkable compositions suitable for use in photographic solutions, as UV absorbers and as textile finishing agents.

Abstract: This invention provides benzene derivatives which are leukotriene antagonists, formulations of those derivatives, intermediates for preparing the derivatives, and a method of using those derivatives for the treatment of conditions characterized by an excessive release of leukotrienes.

Abstract: Compounds of the general formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 each independently represents an alkyl group, Z represents a nitrogen atom or a group CH unsubstituted or substituted by a substituent X, m is 0 or an integer from 1 to 4, the or each Y represents a halogen atom, n is 0 or an integer from 1 to 5, and the or each X represents a halogen atom or a group selected from alkyl, haloalkyl, cyanoalkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, alkoxy, alkenyloxy, alkynyloxy, alkylthio, alkenylthio, alkynylthio, cyano, nitro, alkylsulphonyl, alkylsulphinyl, and sulphonamido, have been found to have herbicidal activity.

Abstract: Novel 2,2-dibromo-3-oxonitriles of Formula I,R--CO--CBr.sub.2 --CN (I)in which R represents in each case a possibly substituted or unsubstituted aliphatic, cycloaliphatic, aromatic or heterocyclic group, with the exception of a phenyl group substituted with 1 to 3 chlorine atoms, can be obtained in that a carboxylic acid ester of Formula IIR--CO--OR' (II)in which R has the significance indicated for Formula I, and in which R' represents a straight chain or branched alkyl group with 1 to 4 carbon atoms, is reacted with acetonitrile in the presence of a strong base, the 3-oxonitrile produced is isolated from the reaction mixture and reacted in a solvent inert with respect to bromine and in the presence of a hydrogen bromide acceptor, possibly under cooling, and the 2,2-dibromo-3-oxonitrile of Formula I obtained is isolated from the reaction mixture.

Abstract: 3-Aryl-2,1-benzisoxazole compounds having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are hydrogen or methyl;R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are hydroxyl, loweralkoxy, amino or --OM wherein M is a pharmaceutically acceptable cation;X is hydrogen, halogen, loweralkyl or nitro;Y is selected from hydrogen, halogen, loweralkyl, loweralkoxy, nitro or trifluoromethyl;n and p are zero or one with the proviso that either n or p must be oneare disclosed, having anti-inflammatory activity and novel intermediates in the preparation thereof.

Abstract: Carbocyclic compounds of the formula I ##STR1## wherein Q is a benzene or cyclohexane ring or a naphthalene system, X is in each case --CH.sub.2 --(CH.sub.2).sub.p -- where it is also possible for one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups to be replaced by --O--, --S--, --CO--, --O--CO--, --CO--O-- or --CH.dbd.CH--,p is 0, 1 or 2,A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 independently of one another are each a 1,4-phenylene group which is unsubstituted or monosubstituted or polysubstituted by halogen atoms and/or CH.sub.3 groups and/or CN groups and in which it would also be possible for one or more CH groups to be replaced by N atoms, a 1,4-cyclohexylene group wherein it would also be possible for one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups to be replaced by --O-- and/or --S--, a piperidine-1,4-diyl group or a 1,4-bicyclo[2.2.2]octylene group,Z is --CO--O--, --O--CO--, --O--, --CH.sub.2 --, --CH.sub.2 O--, --OCH.sub.2 --, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --, --CHCN--CH.sub.2 --, --CH.sub.2 --CHCN--, --CH.dbd.CH--, --CH.dbd.N--, --N.dbd.CH--, --NO.

Abstract: The invention relates to new dicyanoethylaryl derivatives and to processes for their preparation. The compounds according to the invention can be used as redox indicators, such as, for example, for the detection of hydrogen peroxide with the aid of peroxidases or peroxidatively active substances.These redox indicators are futhermore suitable for the detection of peroxidases or peroxidatively active compounds, it also being possible to use other peroxides as oxidizing agents.

Abstract: Sunscreen compositions are described which contain certain substituted naphthalenylidenes which act as UV filters when incorporated in a carrier in amounts ranging from 0.1-50% by weight.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula: ##STR1## are antagonists of leukotrienes of C.sub.4, D.sub.4, E.sub.4 and the slow reacting substance of anaphylaxis.As such, these compounds will be useful as anti-asthmatic, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and cytoprotective agents.

Abstract: Novel stereoisomers or mixtures of stereoisomers of compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is the residue of an alcohol used in the pyrethrinoid field having remarkable pesticidal properties and being surprisingly stable.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl, cyano, nitro, S(O).sub.n R wherein R is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and n is the integer 0, 1 or 2; and R.sup.2 through R.sup.8 are hydrogen or certain substituents, their salts, herbicidal compositions containing the compound or salts and the herbicidal use thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl, cyano, nitro, S(O).sub.n R wherein R is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and n is the integer 0, 1 or 2; and R.sup.2 through R.sup.8 are hydrogen or certain substituents, their salts, herbicidal compositions containing the compound or salts and the herbicidal use thereof.

Abstract: There are provided new alkane and alkoxyalkane derivatives of the general formula I ##STR1## in which R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and A have the meanings given in the description, processes for their preparation and insecticidal and acaricidal compositions containing these compounds.

Abstract: Compounds of the structure ##STR1## wherein R is alkyl with 1-3 carbon atoms, 2-fluoroethyl, phenyl or cyclopropyl, X is halogen, and X.sup.1 and X.sup.2 each independently is hydrogen or halogen. The compounds are useful as intermediates for quinoline antibacterial compounds.

Abstract: An electrically conductive liquid crystalline substance represented by the general formula L-S.sub.1 -C.sub.T or L-C.sub.T, wherein L is a residue of a liquid crystalline substance, S.sub.1 is an atom or atomic grouping which becomes a spacer and C.sub.T is a charge-transfer complex, is disclosed. An electrically conductive liquid crystalline polymer having an electrically conductive liquid crystalline substance portion in its side chain is also provided. These electrically conductive liquid crystalline materials are useful in the conventional applications of liquid crystals and in other applications which utilize their electrical conductivity.

Abstract: This invention provides novel alkane derivatives which are leukotriene antagonists, formulations of those derivatives, and a method of using those derivatives for the treatment of conditions characterized by an excessive release of leukotrienes.

Abstract: Novel compounds of the formula I ##STR1## are described. The radicals R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are hydroxyl-substituted alkyl, --C(R.sup.4 R.sup.5)--(CHR.sup.6).sub.m --W, --(CH.sub.2).sub.2 --OCOR.sup.10 or ##STR2## and W is --COR.sup.7, --COOR.sup.7, --CON(R.sup.9 R.sup.15) or CN. The other radicals are customary hydrocarbon radicals.The novel substances can be employed as stabilizers for organic polymers or for lubricants.

Abstract: There are described novel carboxylic acid derivatives of the formula ##STR1## and derivatives of the formula ##STR2## and the addition salts thereof, which exhibit an effect on the intermediary metabolism. Furthermore, the compounds of Formula Ia as well as the compounds of Formula I possess blood-sugar lowering properties.

Abstract: Novel isomers and mixtures thereof of cyclopropane carboxylic acid derivatives with a 3-unsaturated side chain of the formula ##STR1## wherein A' is selected from the group consisting of wherein B is selected from the group consisting of --CH.sub.2 --, ##STR2## --O-- and --S--, R.sub.4 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, --CH.sub.3,--C.tbd.N--CONH.sub.2, --CSNH.sub.2 and --C.tbd.CH, n is an integer from 0, 1 or 2 and R.sub.5 is selected from the group consisting of halogen and --CH.sub.3 ##STR3## wherein R.sub.13 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and ##STR4## wherein R.sub.13 has the above definition and the benzoyl is in the 3- or 4-position, ##STR5## wherein R.sub.14 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, methyl, ethynyl and --CN and R.sub.15 and R.sub.16 are individually selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, bromine and fluorine and ##STR6## wherein R.sub.14 has the above definition, p is 0, 1 or 2, each R.sub.

Abstract: 3-oxonitriles are produced by reaction of carboxylic acid esters with carboxylic acid nitriles in the presence of 70 to 80% suspension of sodium hydride in white oil. The oxonitrile are intermediate products for the production of 3-oxocarboxylic acid amides or esters and pesticides.

Abstract: Novel 3-amino-2-benzoyl-acrylic acid derivatives of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 represents the nitrile group, an ester group --COOR.sup.4 or carboxamide group ##STR2## R.sup.4 denoting C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl, and R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 representing hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -alkyl or phenyl,R.sup.2 and R.sup.3, which can be identical or different, represent a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl radical and, furthermore, can form, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are bonded, a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic ring which can additionally contain as ring member the atoms or groups --O--, --S--, --SO-- or --SO.sub.2 --,X represents halogen,X.sup.1 denotes hydrogen, methyl, nitro or halogen,X.sup.2 denotes halogen or methyl, andX.sup.3 denotes hydrogen or halogen,are prepared by reacting ##STR3## The products can be converted into known antibacterials.

Abstract: Compounds of formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are each independently selected from H, OH, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, R.sub.4 --CO and halogen, where R.sub.4 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 are each independently selected from H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl and optionally-substituted phenyl; R.sub.7 is an alkylene group having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms, optionally containing a substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group; p is 0 or 1; and Z is a 1H-tetrazol-5-yl or a --CN group; and salts thereof, may be prepared by reacting a compound of formula. ##STR2## with a compound of formula ##STR3## wherein R.sub.1 -R.sub.7 are as defined in claim 1, in an organic solvent at a temperature in the range of 40.degree.-120.degree. C.

Abstract: Novel cyclohexanedionecarboxylic acid derivatives have herbicidal and plant growth regulating properties. The cyclohexanedionecarboxylic acid derivatives have the formula I ##STR1## wherein A is an --OR.sub.2 or --NR.sub.3 R.sub.4 radical,B is hydroxyl, an --NHOR.sub.1 radical or a metal or ammonium salt thereofR is C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl, each unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkoxy or C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 alkythio,R.sub.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 haloalkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkenyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 haloalkenyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkynyl,R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 haloalkyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 alkoxyalkyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.10 alkylthioalkyl; C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkenyl which is unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylthio; C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkynyl; phenyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel process for the preparation of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutarylcoenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors which contain a 4-hydroxy-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-one moiety, such as compactin and mevinolin, by utilizing an alkyl 4-cyano-3(R)-hydroxybutanoate as a chiral synthon for the stereospecific introduction of the 4-hydroxy-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-one moiety.

Abstract: 3-Phenoxybenzyl-(2-phenyl-2,2-alkylene-ethyl) ethers and -thioethers of the formula ##STR1## wherein A is oxygen or sulfur,R.sub.1 is hydrogen, methyl, cyano or ethinyl,R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are hydrogen, halogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -alkyl,n is 2 to 4,X.sub.1 is hydrogen, halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -haloalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -alkoxy or C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -haloalkoxy,X.sub.2 is hydrogen, halogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 -alkyl, or together with X.sub.1 in the adjacent position is methylenedioxy, andX.sub.3 and X.sub.4 are each hydrogen or halogen.A process for producing these compounds and their use for controlling pests are described.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel compounds of the formula I ##STR1## wherein: m is an integer selected from 1 to 4;n is zero or an integer selected from 1 to 4;X are selected from halogen, nitro, cyano, alkyl, substituted alkyl, hydroxy, alkoxy, alkylthio, sulfamoyl, substituted sulfamoyl, amino, substituted amino, the group --(CH.sub.2).sub.p C(.dbd.A)Z in which p is zero or one A is oxygen or sulfur, and Z is hydrogen, hydroxy, alkoxy, alkylthio, alkyl, substituted alkyl, amino or substituted amino, the group --NHC(.dbd.B)NR.sup.7 R.sup.8 in which B is oxygen or sulfur and R.sup.7 and R.sup.8 are hydrogen or alkyl;R.sup.1 is selected from hydrogen, acyl and an inorganic or organic cation;R.sup.2 is selected from alkyl, substituted alkyl, alkenyl, haloalkenyl, alkynyl and haloalkynyl;R.sup.3 is selected from alkyl, fluoroalkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, and phenyl; andR.sup.4 is selected from hydrogen, halogen, alkyl, cyano and alkoxycarbonyl.

Abstract: The invention relates to certain herbicidally active substituted diphenyl ether derivatives, herbicidal compositions of the same and the use thereof for preemergence and postemergence control of noxious plants, i.e., weeds.

Abstract: Preparation of certain optically-active alpha-hydroxynitriles or a mixture enriched therein comprises treating an aldehyde with hydrogen cyanide in a substantially water-immiscible, aprotic solvent in the presence of a cyclo(D-phenylalanyl-D-histidine) as a catalyst.