Abstract: Oxidized diphenylheteroalkanes of the formula I ##STR1## where R.sup.1 to R.sup.6 and A have the meanings specified in the description, and the preparation thereof are described. The substances are suitable for controlling diseases and as cosmetic agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides an indan-1,3-dione derivative represented by the following formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl group; R.sup.2 represents a group represented by ##STR2## wherein E represents a (substituted) phenyl group or a (substituted) pyridyl group; Y represents a hydroxyl group; and Z represents a halogen atom, a (substituted) alkylsulfonyloxy group or a (substituted) phenylsulfonyloxy group, or Y and Z are bonded to represent --O--; and A represents a (substituted) 1,3-butadienylene group or a (substituted) 1,3-azabutadienylene group, and a herbicidal composition containing the same as an active ingredient.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel compounds of the formula I ##STR1## wherein: W are selected from alkyl, alkenyl and alkynyl;X are selected from halogen, nitro, cyano, alkyl, substituted alkyl, hydroxy, alkoxy, substituted alkoxy, alkenyl, alkynyl, alkenyloxy, alkynyloxy, acyloxy, alkoxycarbonyl, alkylthio, alkylsulfinyl, alkylsulfonyl, sulfamoyl, substituted sulfamoyl, amino, substituted amino, and the groups formyl and alkanoyl and the oxime, imine and Schiff base derivatives thereof, and an alkylene group which bridges two adjacent carbon atoms of the benzene ring;R.sup.1 is selected from hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, substituted alkyl, alkylsulfonyl, arylsulfonyl, acyl and an inorganic or organic cation;R.sup.2 is selected from alkyl, substituted alkyl, alkenyl, haloalkenyl, alkynyl and haloalkynyl;R.sup.

Abstract: A novel series of tetracyclic amines, methods of preparation, compositions containing the amines, and methods for using them in the treatment and/or prevention of cerebrovascular disorders are disclosed.

Abstract: Novel acylated tetramethyl and pentamethyl isopropyl indane compounds having a fragrant musk-like aroma are disclosed.

Abstract: Azulenesquaric acid dyes of the formula ##STR1## where R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 each have specified meanings are prepared from azulene derivatives of the formula ##STR2## where R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 each have specified meanings as intermediates, and used in an optical recording medium.

Abstract: The present invention provides indan-1,3-dione derivatives, including derivatives represented by the following formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl group; R.sup.2 represents a group represented by ##STR2## wherein E represents a (substituted) phenyl group or a (substituted) pyridyl group; Y represents a hydroxyl group; and Z represents a halogen atom, a (substituted) alkylsulfonyloxy group or a (substituted) phenylsulfonyloxy group, or Y and Z are bonded to represent --O--; and A represents a (substituted) 1,3-butadienylene group or a (substituted) 1,3-azabutadienylene group, and a herbicidal composition containing the same as an active ingredient.The compound of the formula (I) shows high herbicidal activity against gramineous weeds, cyperaceous weeds, etc. but shows markedly low phytotoxicity against crops.

Abstract: Difluoromethylene compounds of the formula IR.sup.1 --(A.sup.1 --Z.sup.1).sub.m --A.sup.2 --Q--CF.sub.2 --(A.sup.3 --Z.sup.2).sub.n --A.sup.4 --R.sup.2 Iin which R.sup.1, R.sup.2, A.sup.1, A.sup.2, A.sup.3, A.sup.4, Z.sup.1, Z.sup.2, m and n are as defined herein and Q is --CO--, --O-- or --S--, can be used as components of liquid-crystalline media for liquid-crystal and electrooptical display elements.

Abstract: Novel styryl-tetrahydronaphthalene and indane derivatives useful for treating neoplasms and dermatoses.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with novel tetrahydronaphthalene and indane derivatives of the formula ##STR1## useful as for combatting dermatoses as well as neoplasmas.

Abstract: New carbonyl derivatives of 1-phenylindan suitable for use as photoinitiators in the photopolymerization of compounds or mixtures of compounds containing ethylenic double bonds.The carbonyl derivatives of 1-phenylindan according to the present invention possess high efficiency as photoinitiators in terms both of the concentration used and the photopolymerization rate.

Abstract: New tert-butyl derivatives of benzylidenecamphor, process for preparing them, their use as antioxidant agents and cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions containing them.The invention relates to benzylidenecamphor derivatives of formula: ##STR1## where R is hydrogen or a tert-butyl residue, R.sub.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl or alkoxy residue, and R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 denote hydrogen or hydroxyl, at least one of the two being hydroxyl, to a process for preparing them and to their uses as antioxidants, broad-band sunscreens and medicinal products for the preventive treatment of skin allergies and inflammations as well as for the prevention of certain cancers.

Abstract: Cyclohexane derivatives of the formula IR.sup.1 --A.sup.1 --Z.sup.1 --A.sup.2 --R.sup.2 IwhereinR.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each H or an alkyl group which has 1-10 C atoms and in which one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups can also be replaced by 0 atoms and/or --CO-groups, and/or --CO--O-- groups and/or --CH.dbd.CH-- groups, or are F, Cl, Br, CN or R.sup.3 --A.sup.3 --Z.sup.2 --,A.sup.1 is --A--, A.sup.4 --Z.sup.o --A-- or --A--Z.sup.o --A.sup.4 --,A is a trans-1,4-cyclohexylene or 1,4-cyclohexenylene group which is unsubstituted or is monosubstituted or polysubstituted in the 2-, 3-, 5- and/or 6-position by F and/or Cl and/or Br and/or CN and/or an alkyl group or a fluorinated alkyl group each of which has 1-10 C atoms and in which one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups can also be replaced by 0 atoms and/or --CO-- groups and/or --CO--O-- groups, which trans-1,4-cyclohexylene or 1,4-cyclohexenylene group can optionally also be substituted in the 1-position and/or 4-position and one or two CH.sub.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula ##STR1## R.sub.1 is hydrogen, benzyl or alkanoyl, X is C.sub.2-4 alkylene; andZ-W is alkyl, phenylalkyl or pyridylalkyl which can have an oxygen atom as part of the alkyl chain and their use as CNS agents, antidiarrheals and antiemetics. Processes for their preparation and intermediates therefor are described.

Abstract: Total synthesis of steroids with substitution in the 2,3, 6, 11 or 17 positions comprising the step of cyclization of a compound having the formula ##STR1## or analogues thereof, where X represents .dbd.O, ##STR2## or .beta.-substituted ##STR3## Y represents .dbd.O, .beta.-oriented ##STR4## or .beta.-orientated OH, R' and R.sup.2 may be the same or different and R' represents alkyl or aryl and R.sup.

Abstract: Herbicidal compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is halogen; C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 alkyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 alkoxy; trifluoromethoxy; difluoromethoxy; nitro; cyano; C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 haloalkyl; R.sup.a SO.sub.n - wherein n is 0 or 2 and R.sup.a is C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 alkyl, trifluoromethyl or difluoromethyl;R.sup.1 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl;R.sup.2 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl;R.sup.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl;R.sup.4 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; andR.sup.5 and R.sup.6 independently are (1) hydrogen; (2) halogen; (3) C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; (4) C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy; (5) trifluoromethoxy; (6) cyano; (7) nitro; (8) C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl; (9) R.sup.b SO.sub.n - wherein n is the integer 0, 1 or 2; and R.sup.b is (a) C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; (b) C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl substituted with halogen or cyano; (c) phenyl; or (d) benzyl; (10) --NR.sup.c R.sup.d wherein R.sup.c and R.sup.d independently are hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; (11) R.sup.e C(O)- wherein R.sup.

Abstract: Colloidal suspensions of charged polymer particles containing charged metal complexes are prepared from charged polymer colloids by ion exchange. The charged polymer latex particles containing the metal complex are characterized as ranging from about 0.01 to 1.5 micrometers in diameter and containing from about 0.01 to 3.0 millimoles of metal complex per gram of dry polymer and are useful for catalysis of chemical reactions in aqueous dispersions.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula ##STR1## wherein ##STR2## R.sub.1 is hydrogen, benzyl or alkanoyl, X is C.sub.2-4 alkylene; andZ-W is alkyl, phenylalkyl or pyridylalkyl which can have an oxygen atom as part of the alkyl chain and their use as CNS agents, antidiarrheals and antiemetics. Processes for their preparation and intermediates therefor are described.

Abstract: New compounds which are 4,4'-bis(trihaloacetyl) derivatives of aromatic compounds have been prepared by reacting an aromatic compound with a haloacetyl halide in the presence of a Friedel-Crafts catalyst, e.g. AlCl.sub.3, in a suitable solvent. The compounds are useful in preparing polycarbonates, polyesters, polyamides, polyketones and polyurethanes.

Abstract: New derivatives of 3-benzylidene camphor, process for preparing them and their use as protective agents against UV rays and as medicaments.Derivatives of 3-benzylidene camphor of formula: ##STR1## in which R denotes a hydrogen atom, a methyl or ethyl radical,R' denotes a hydrogen atom, a methyl or ethyl radical,R and R' being unable simultaneously to denote a hydrogen atom,R.sub.1 denotes a --COOR.sub.2, --CONHR.sub.2, --COO.sup.- M.sup.+, --CHO, --CH(OR.sub.4).sub.2 or --CH.sub.2 OR.sub.4 group,R.sub.2 being an alkyl, alkenyl, cycloalkyl or aralkyl radical containing at most 20 carbon atoms, optionally substituted by hydroxy, alkoxy, amine or quaternary ammonium groups,M denoting a hydrogen atom, an alkali metal or a N.sup.+ (R.sub.3).sub.4 group, R.sub.3 being a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl or hydroxyalkyl radical,R.sub.4 denoting H, alkyl, cycloalkyl or aralkyl containing at most 20 carbon atoms.Application in cosmetics for protection against UV rays.

Abstract: Bicyclooctane derivatives of the formula IR.sup.1 --A.sup.1 --A.sup.2 --R.sup.2 IwhereinR.sup.1 and R.sup.2 independently of one another are each an alkyl group which has 1-12 C atoms and in which it is also possible for one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups to be replaced by O atoms and/or CO groups and/or --O13 CO groups and/or --CO--O groups and/or --CH.dbd.CH-- groups, one of the radicals R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 being also --A.sup.3 --R.sup.3,A.sup.1 is a 1,4-cyclohexylene group which is unsubstituted or substituted in the 1-position and/or 2-position and/or 3-position and/or 4-position by alkyl which has in each case 1-5 C atoms and is unsubstituted or substituted or fluorinated, and in which it is also possible for one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups to be replaced by one or two different groupings from the group --O--, --CO--, --CH.dbd.CH--, --S--, --SO-- or --SO.sub.2 --, or is substituted by F, Cl, Br, CN and/or CHO,A.sup.2 is a 1,4-bicyclo[2.2.2] octylene group,--A.sup.3 --R.sup.3 is --Cy--R.sup.

Abstract: A process for direct preparation of an enantiomer of a substituted fluorenyloxyacetic acid is disclosed. The acetic acid derivative is useful for treating brain edema.

Abstract: The invention relates to new 3-benzylidene-camphor derivatives of the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 denotes H or SO.sub.3.sup..crclbar. M.sup..sym., with M=H, an alkali metal or N.sup..sym. (R.sub.3).sub.4, with R.sub.3 =H or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or hydroxyalkyl; R.sub.2 denotes C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy and n=0-4; and Z denotes ##STR2## in which R.sub.4 has the same meaning as R.sub.1 and can be identical or different, or alternatively ##STR3## in which R.sub.5 denotes H, optionally substituted aryl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, --CN, --COOR7 or ##STR4## and R.sub.6 denotes --COOR.sub.8 or ##STR5## in which R.sub.7 and R.sub.8, which are identical or different, denote alkyl, alkenyl, cycloalkyl or aralkyl and R.sub.9 and R.sub.10, which are identical or different, denote H, alkyl, alkenyl or cycloalkyl; if R.sub.5 =H, alkyl or aryl, R.sub.6 can represent --COO.sup..crclbar. M.sup..sym.

Abstract: New tropolone derivatives of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents H or an alkyl group, R.sup.2 represents an alkyl, aryl, aralkyl or heterocyclic group and R.sup.3 represents an alkoxyl, aryl or heterocyclic group or a group of the formula: ##STR2## or R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 may form together a part of a heterocyclic group, their metal complex salts, processes for the preparation thereof and the use thereof as anti-tumor agents.

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: A process for direct preparation of an enantiomer of a substituted fluorenyloxyacetic acid is disclosed. The acetic acid derivative is useful for treating brain edema.

Abstract: An improved method for the direct preparation of an enantiomer of a substituted fluorenyloxyacetic acid including the enhancement of a chiral phase transfer alkylation step in the synthesis using a non-ionic surfactant as co-catalyst. The substituted fluorenyloxyacetic acid is useful in the treatment of brain edema.

Abstract: A process for direct preparation of enantiomers of a substituted fluorenyloxyacetic acid is disclosed. The acetic acid derivative is useful for treating brain edema.

Abstract: Described is a process for producing 1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-3-indanone defined according to the structure: ##STR1## the 1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-3-indanone per se and organoleptic uses thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma of perfume compositions, perfumed articles and colognes.

Abstract: The invention is dealing with arylindane-1,3-diones of the formula: ##STR1## which can be used in the treatment of inflammatories, psoriasis and asthma.

Abstract: Disclosed is the vapor phase cyclodehydration of an aldehyde or ketone over a solid Lewis acid as catalyst to make indene or a substituted indene according to the equation: ##STR1##

Abstract: Described is a process for producing 1,1-dimethyl-3-indanones defined according to the structure: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are the same or different and each represents hydrogen or methyl with the proviso that at least one of R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 methyl, products produced thereby and organoleptic uses thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma of perfume compositions, perfumed articles and colognes.

Abstract: Compounds having blood-anticoagulant properties of the general molecular formula: ##STR1## in which Z represents a halogen atom, preferably a chlorine atom, and n is 0, 1 or 2 and R.sup.

Abstract: There is presented a process for the manufacture of hexahydronaphthacene derivatives of the general formula ##STR1## wherein one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 represents a hydrogen atom and the other represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxy group of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 together represent a protected oxo group, R.sup.3 represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxy or acyloxy group and R.sup.4 represents a lower alkyl or esterified carboxy group or a group of the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 together form an oxo group or a protected oxo group and X represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxy or acyloxy group or ##STR3## in which n stands for 1 or 2 and Y represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl or acyl group.Also presented are certain of the novel derivatives per se and various novel intermediates in the process.

Abstract: Cis-bicyclo[3.3.0]octane derivatives corresponding to the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen, a lower alkyl group or a cation and wherein R.sub.2 represents a cyclohexyl or an adamantyl group. In these compounds the phenyl radical may be arranged with respect to the double bond in the EZ- or in the E-configuration and at the carbon atom bearing the group R.sub.2 the molecule may have the RS- or S-configuration. The compounds are prepared by reacting compounds of the formulae ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 have the same meaning as above and R.sub.6 represents hydrogen or a protecting group. Medicaments containing these compounds act as inhibitors of blood platelet aggregation and (in higher doses) as blood pressure lowering agents.

Abstract: Enol derivatives of 2-aryl-1,3-cycloalkanedione compounds exhibit outstanding herbicidal and acarcidal activity.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds which are particularly valuable for use as the active ingredient in sun tan lotions and creams and the like. These compounds have the general formula: ##STR1## in which Y denotes hydrogen or the radical SO.sub.3 H or a salt thereof with an organic or inorganic base, and Z denotes the radical --CH.sub.2 Br or --CHBrBr or a radical Z' which denotes the radical --CH.sub.2 I, --CH.sub.2 R, --CHR'R', --CHO or --COOR", in which R denotes --NR.sub.1 R.sub.2, --N.sup.+ R.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3, --OR.sub.4, --OCOR.sub.5, --SR.sub.6, --CN, -COOR" or --SSO.sub.3 Na, in which R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 independently denote hydrogen, C.sub.1-18 alkyl or hydroxyalkyl, or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached, denote a heterocyclic ring, R.sub.3 denotes C.sub.1-4 alkyl or hydroxyalkyl or sulphonatopropyl, R.sub.4 denotes hydrogen, alkyl, polyoxyethylene, aryl which is optionally substituted, menthyl or dialkylaminoalkyl, R.sub.

Abstract: This invention discloses novel odorant and/or flavoring compositions containing a substituted tetralin or indan of the general formula ##STR1## wherein R' represents --CN, --COCH.sub.2 R.sup.6 or --COOCH.sub.2 R.sup.8 ; R.sup.2 through R.sup.8 represent hydrogen or methyl and n represents 1 or 2.The invention is also concerned with those novel tetralins and indans disclosed herein.

Abstract: Derivatives of 3-phenyl-4-aroyl-1,2-dihydronaphthalenes and 1-aroyl-2-phenylnaphthalenes are useful as antifertility agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having the structure: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents alkoxy or aralkoxy, R.sup.2 represents hydrogen, alkoxy, aralkoxy, alkyl, aralkyl, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 taken together represent the group --O--CH.sub.2 --O--, R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, alkyl, aralkyl, acyl or a protecting group, Y represents Cl, Br, I or a leaving group; and X represents Cl, Br or I.The present invention also provides a process for preparation of compounds VI in a single step wherein X and Y are the same and represent Cl, Br, ,or I, and R.sup.3 is as previously defined except that in this instance, it does not represent a protecting group.According to another aspect of the present invention there are provided compounds VII-a and VII-b having the structure: ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are as previously defined, j is an integer having a value of 0 or 1, Z.sup.1 represents a non-reacting electron withdrawing group, and Z.sup.

Abstract: A compound of the formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof: ##STR1## wherein: Ar is phenyl, optionally substituted by one or more C.sub.1-4 alkyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxy, halogen, cyano, nitro, hydroxy, CONH.sub.2, CO.sub.2 W wherein W is C.sub.1-6 alkyl or C.sub.1-4 alkylphenyl which phenyl may be substituted by one or more C.sub.1-4 alkyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxy or halogen, NR.sub.1 R.sub.2 wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are selected from hydrogen or C.sub.1-6 alkyl, NHCO C.sub.1-6 alkyl or C.sub.1-6 alkylcarbonyloxy; phenyl disubstituted on adjacent carbon atoms by methylenedioxy; furyl or thienyl;the dotted lines represent an optionally present double bond; andX is CO or CR.sub.1 OH wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-4 alkyl, having useful pharmacological activity, processes for their preparation and their use.

Abstract: Novel acyl-polyalkyl indan compounds and the use thereof as a base for perfume, as well as perfume compositions, perfumed materials and perfumed articles.

Abstract: The present specification provides novel analogs of carbacyclin (CBA.sub.2), 6a-carba-prostacyclin (6a-carba-PGI.sub.2), which have pronounced prostacyclin-like pharmacological activity, e.g., as platelet antiaggregatory agents. Specifically the novel chemical analogs of CBA.sub.2 are those substituted by fluoro (C-5), alkyl (C-9), interphenylene (C-5), and methano (C-6a,9). Further provided are benzindene analogs of CBA.sub.2 and substituted forms thereof, i.e., 9-deoxy-2',9-methano (or 2',9-metheno)-3-oxa-4,5,6-trinor-3,7-(1',3'-interphenylene)-PGF.sub.1 compounds. Also provided are a variety of novel chemical intermediates, e.g., substituted bicyclo[3.3.0]octane intermediates, and chemical process utilizing such intermediates which are useful in the preparation of the novel CBA.sub.2 analogs.

Abstract: 2-Aryl-1,3-cyclopentanedione compounds and their alkali metal and ammonium salts exhibit outstanding herbicidal and acaricidal activity.

Abstract: 2,3-Dichloro-7-hydroxy-1H-inden-1-one derivatives of the formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen or one of the groups ##STR2## R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 independently of one another are each hydrogen, fluorine, chlorine, bromine, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, trifluoromethyl or nitro,R.sub.4 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 -alkenyl, each of which is unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, or R.sub.4 is phenyl which is unsubstituted or is substituted by C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkoxy, halogen, trifluoromethyl, cyano or nitro, or it is a C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkyl group, andR.sub.5 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 -cycloalkyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 -alkenyl.These compounds exhibit a microbicidal action against in particular phytopathogenic fungi and bacteria.

Abstract: This invention is directed to 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-naphthyl or indanyl stilbene derivatives which are useful as tumor inhibiting agents, in the treatment of neoplasms, dermatological conditions and rheumatic illnesses.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (II): ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R.sub.1 is phenyl or naphthyl or substituted phenyl or naphthyl group; R.sub.2 is: ##STR2## wherein R.sub.5 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-6 alkyl, R.sub.6 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-6 alkyl, phenyl, tolyl or benzyl and R.sub.7 is hydrogen; R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each hydrogen atom or C.sub.1-4 alkyl, and X is CO, CHOH, CHCI or C.dbd.C R.sub.8 R.sub.9 wherein R.sub.8 and R.sub.9 are each hydrogen or C.sub.1-4 alkyl; or CR.sub.10 OH or CHR.sub.10, wherein R.sub.10 is C.sub.1-4 alkyl, have been found to be mood-modifying agents and anorexic agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to hydroxyethyl-azole compounds and methods for their preparation. Also included in the invention are compositions containing said hydroxyethyl-azole compounds and methods for the use of said compounds and compositions as antimycotic agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having the structure: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents alkoxy or aralkoxy, R.sup.2 represents hydrogen, alkoxy, aralkoxy, alkyl, aralkyl, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 taken together represent the group --O--CH.sub.2 --O--, R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, alkyl, aralkyl, acyl or a protecting group, Y represents Cl, Br, I or a leaving group; and X represents Cl, Br or I.The present invention also provides a process for preparation of compounds VI in a single step wherein X and Y are the same and represent Cl, Br, or I, and R.sup.3 is as previously defined except that in this instance, it does not represent a protecting group.According to another aspect of the present invention there are provided compounds VII-a and VII-b having the structure: ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are as previously defined, j is an integer having a value of 0 or 1, Z.sup.1 represents a non-reacting electron withdrawing group, and Z.sup.

Abstract: A method for stabilizing a rodenticidally active material selected from certain (i) indane dione derivatives, (ii) hydroxycoumarin derivatives and (iii) thiocoumarin analogs of (ii), comprising bringing said active material into contact with, and maintaining the active material in contact with, an acidic stabilizer.