Abstract: Olefin bromohydrins and/or alkane dibromides are reacted with metal oxide to form olefin oxides. The metal bromide is converted to form the original metal oxide and bromine, both of which are recycled.

Abstract: The invention is directed to multiply-substituted fullerene derivatives of novel configurations, and methods for their preparation and use. The methods involve the combinatorial synthesis of a library of fullerene derivatives and comprises the steps of forming a mixture of fullerene derivatives by reacting the Cn fullerene with two or more reactive precursor compounds, and removing the unreacted compounds to yield the fullerene derivatives having the desired activity. Methods for the identification and screening of a combinatorial library of fullerenes by 3He-nuclear magnetic resonance and electrospray mass spectrometry to define members with the optimal desired activity are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fragrance delivery system for use in laundry detergent compositions including rinse-added and dryer-added fabric conditioning compositions which provides a long lasting “freshness” or “clean” scent to fabric. The compositions described herein deliver highly fabric substantive linear acetal and/or ketal pro-fragrances to the fabric surface during laundering wherein the pro-fragrances release their fragrance raw materials over a period of up to two weeks. The present invention also relates a method for delivering a pleasurable scent to fabric which has a lasting freshness quality by contacting the fabric with a laundry detergent composition which comprises the fragrance-releasable pro-fragrances.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a metal-free cyclopentadienide compound which, in conjunction with a metallocene, is able to form a catalyst system that can be used for the polymerization of olefins. It is thus possible to dispense with the use of methylaluminoxane (MAO) or boron-containing compounds as co-catalyst and nevertheless achieve a high degree of catalytic activity. The invention relates also to a process for the preparation of the metal-free cyclopentadienide compound and to the use thereof as a catalyst component in the preparation of polyolefins.

Abstract: A new method for producing unsymmetrically substituted fluorenyl compounds, one step of which is the preparation of 2,7-disubstituted fluoren-9-one derivatives via the nucleophilic substitution of a compound of the formula D wherein A′ is selected from the group consisting of —Br, —Cl, —F, —NO2, and —CN; A is selected from the group consisting of —NO2, —CN, —CO2R, —C(O)R, —SO2R, —SO2RF, —C(CN)═C(CN)2 and —CH═C(CN)2; RF is —CpF2p+1, p=from about 0 to about 10; R is an straight, branched or cyclic aliphatic alkyl group having about 1 to 10 carbon atoms, or an aromatic group such as phenyl or naphthyl; and is a carbonyl or a protected carbonyl such as a ketal or thio-ketal such as wherein R′ is —CrH2r+1; R″ is —(CH2)r—; and r is independently 2 or 3, with a nucleophilic reagent in the presence of an aprotic solvent

Abstract: The invention relates to: 4-methylene-1,3-dioxolanes of the general formula (I) 1

Abstract: An activated, substantially water soluble poly(ethylene glycol) is provided having of a linear or branched poly(ethylene glycol) backbone and at least one terminus linked to the backbone through a hydrolytically stable linkage, wherein the terminus is branched and has proximal reactive groups. The free reactive groups are capable of reacting with active moieties in a biologically active agent such as a protein or peptide thus forming conjugates between the activated poly(ethylene glycol) and the biologically active agent.

Abstract: A process for modifying a wax comprising treating a wax to introduce a hydroxyl functionality, said treating being selected from the group consisting of grafting with an allyl alcohol, oxidizing the wax and hydrogenating the oxidized wax, reacting the wax with a peroxide and mixtures thereof, so as to form primary and/or secondary hydroxyl groups thereon, thereby to obtain a hydroxyl wax; and subjecting at least some of the hydroxyl groups of hydroxyl wax to alkoxylation to form a modified wax.

Abstract: Normally liquid, omega-hydrofluoroalkyl ether compounds (and selected mixtures thereof) have a saturated perfluoroaliphatic chain of carbon atoms interrupted by one or more ether oxygen atoms. The compounds can be prepared, e.g., by decarboxylation of the corresponding fluoroalkyl ether carboxylic acids and are useful, e.g., in cleaning and drying applications.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel process, with or without solvent, for manufacture of compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: A cool feeling composition having an excellent cool feeling is obtained by blending at least one cool feeling agent selected from the group consisting of l-menthol, l-isopulegol, 3-(l-menthoxy)propane-1,2-diol and p-menthane-3,8-diol with vanillyl butyl ether. In this cool feeling composition, vanillyl butyl ether is preferably used in an amount, on the weight basis, {fraction (1/1000)} to 2 times as much as l-menthol, or {fraction (1/1000)} to ½time as much as l-isopulegol, 3-(l-menthoxy)propane-1,2-diol and p-menthane-3,8-diol. The cool feeling composition is capable of imparting a long-lasting and strong cool feeling when used in cosmetics, toiletries, cataplasms, bath agents, pharmaceutical compositions, etc.

Abstract: Hybrid electron donor compounds, suitable for use as adhesives or as components in adhesives, contain a carbon to carbon double bond attached to an aromatic ring and conjugated with the unsaturation in the aromatic ring and a vinyl ether moiety.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treating a hepatic disorder, comprising a triterpene derivative represented by the formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is disclosed: wherein R1 represents a hydroxyl group, alkoxy, alkylcarbonyloxy, or aralkyloxy; R2 represents alkyl, —CH2OR5, wherein R5 represents a hydrogen atom, alkyl, aralkyl, or alkylcarbonyl, formyl, —COOR6, wherein R6 represents a hydrogen atom or alkyl, or —CH2N(R7)R8; or R1 and R2 combine with each other to form —O—CR9(R10)—OCH2—, wherein R9 and R10, which may be the same or different, represent a hydrogen atom, alkyl, or aryl; R3 and R4, which may be the same or different, represent a hydrogen atom, a hydroxyl group, alkyl, hydroxyalkyl, formyl, —COOR11, wherein R11 represents a hydrogen atom or alkyl, or —OR12, wherein R12 represents alkyl, aralkyl, C1-6 alkylcarbonyl, arylcarbonyl, alkenyl, alkenylcarbonyl, or arylalkenylcarbonyl which may be optionally s

Abstract: Compounds containing both electron donor and electron acceptor functionality are suitable for use in adhesives. The electron donor group is a carbon to carbon double bond attached to an aromatic ring and conjugated with the unsaturation in the ring. The electron acceptor group is a maleimide, acrylate, fumarate or maleate.

Abstract: A process for eliminating at least pollutants including polar compounds present in a first fluid, with said first fluid sent to a subsequent treatment, e.g., an etherification process: a) the first fluid containing pollutants is contacted with an auxiliary fluid such as a vapor phase, under operating conditions that are selected so as to obtain, at the end of this first stage, said first fluid that is purified and freed of, for the most part, pollutants, and a vapor phase that is loaded with pollutants, said vapor phase being produced during one phase of the process, and b) at least a portion of said first purified fluid is recycled to a subsequent treatment stage.

Abstract: This invention provides a method for thermally converting volatile fatty acid (VFA) salts to ketones by mixing dry calcium salts of VFAs with hot heat transfer agent in an evacuated container, thereby causing thermal decomposition of the calcium salts of VFAs to form ketone-containing vapor and calcium carbonate; and separating the ketone-containing vapor from the calcium carbonate and heat transfer agent by condensing a mixture of ketones from the ketone-containing vapor. This invention also provides a process for conversion of VFA salts, produced by anaerobic fermentation of cellulosic biomass, into liquid fuels, volatile fatty acids, aldehydes, alcohols, and lactic acid.

Abstract: Diamine compounds useful for treating neurodegenerated diseases characterized by the lack of dopamine neurons activity or for imaging the dopamine neurons are provided.

Abstract: A process for treating polyether polyols prepared in a conventional manner by base-catalyzed reaction of H-functional initiator substances with alkylene oxides comprises a combination of a thermal-reactive step at a pH of less than 7 and a temperature above 60° C. and a thermal-distillative step in a countercurrent column using a purifying agent. The polyether polyols prepared according to the invention are used for producing low-fogging and low-odor PUR foams.

Abstract: Synthetic methods for lactone-containing compounds such as the discodermolides are provided, as are compounds which mimic the chemical and/or biological activity thereof, and methods and intermediates useful in their preparation.

Abstract: This invention is to develop novel transition metal catalysts for the practical synthesis of important chiral molecules. The invention emphasizes asymmetric catalysis based on chiral bidentate phosphine ligands with cyclic ring structures which could be used to restrict conformational flexibility of the ligands and thus the efficiency of chiral transfer can be enhanced through the ligand rigidity.

Abstract: Stable, enzymatically triggered chemiluminescent 1,2-dioxetanes with improved water solubility and storage stability are provided as well as synthetic processes and intermediates used in their preparation. Dioxetanes further substituted with two or more water-solubilizing groups disposed on the dioxetane structure and an additional fluorine atom or lower alkyl group provide superior performance by eliminating the problem of reagent carryover when used in assays performed on capsule chemistry analytical systems. These dioxetanes display substantially improved stability on storage. Compositions comprising these dioxetanes, a non-polymeric cationic surfactant enhancer and optionally a fluorescer, for providing enhanced chemiluminescence are also provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to multiply-substituted fullerene derivatives of novel configurations, and methods for their preparation and use. The methods involve the combinatorial synthesis of a library of fullerene derivatives and comprises the steps of forming a mixture of fullerene derivatives by reacting the C.sub.n fullerene with two or more reactive precursor compounds, and removing the unreacted compounds to yield the fullerene derivatives having the desired activity. Methods for the identification and screening of a combinatorial library of fullerenes by .sup.3 He-nuclear magnetic resonance and electrospray mass spectrometry to define members with the optimal desired activity are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new soluble double metal salt of group IA and IIA of (-) hydroxycitric acid of general formula I:where X is IA group metal: Li or Na or K or Rb or Cs or Frwhere Y is IIA group metal: Be or Mg or Ca or Sr or Ba or Rawhere the concentration of X in the salt varies from 1.5-51.0%,the concentration of Y in the salts varies from 2.0-50.9%,the concentration of HCA in the salt varies from 31.0-93.0% depending on the nature of X and Y.This invention more particularly relates to new soluble double metal salt of group IA and IIA of (-) hydroxycitric acid of general formula II.

Abstract: A process for producing an ether and an olefin from a hydrocarbon cut containing at least one tertiary olefin, comprises synthesis of at least one tertiary alkyl ether then fractionation to obtain an organic fraction (E1) which is enriched in the tertiary alkyl ether which is decomposed into a product containing at least one alcohol and at least one tertiary olefin, which is purified in a water washing extraction zone (L1) to obtain an aqueous fraction (A1) containing the major portion of the alcohol and a fraction (B1) containing the major portion of the tertiary olefin, at least a portion of fraction (B1) being sent to a separation zone (Co1) from which an aqueous liquid fraction (La1) and a liquid fraction (Lb1) containing the major portion of the tertiary olefin are recovered.

Abstract: A process for producing polyhydroxy ethers having the formula (I) (HO).sub.(w--M) W(OV).sub.m, in which W represents an organic group and OV a structural element containing hydroxyl groups, having the formula (III) ##STR1## A multifunctional alcohol W(OH).sub.w (II) is reacted with an .alpha.,.beta.-unsaturated carbonyl compound XCH.dbd.CY--CZ.dbd.O (IV) and formaldehyde in the presence of a base. The .alpha., .beta.-unsaturated carbonyl compound (IV) and the remaining quantities of formaldehyde, multifunctional alcohol (II) and base are added continuously or periodically to an aqueous solution or suspension containing at least 10 mole % of the multifunctional alcohol (II), at least 10 to 70 mole % of the formaldehyde and at least 10 mole % of the base. Preferred multifunctional alcohols (II) are pentaerythritol, TMP and TME. Preferred carbonyl compounds (IV) are acrolein and .alpha.-alkylacrolein. New asymmetric polyhydroxy ethers are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process for the production of R-configuration or S-configuration optically active alcohol having the formula (1),CH.sub.3 C*H(OH)(CH.sub.2).sub.m OC.sub.n H.sub.2n+1 (1)wherein m is an integer of 3 to 5, n is an integer of 1 to 3, and C* is an asymmetric carbon,and the formula (2), which comprises carrying out the optical resolution of the racemic alcohol,CH.sub.3 CH(OH)(CH.sub.2).sub.m OC.sub.n H.sub.2n+1 (2)wherein m is an integer of 3 to 5 and n is an integer of 1 to 3,into an R-configuration compound and S-configuration compound by the asymmetric trans-esterification thereof is provided in the presence of vinyl propionate as an esterifying agent and a lipase as a catalyst.

Abstract: Lignin and polyether glycol produces a product which has a distinct melt point and melt viscosity. Polyether glycol has a plasticizing effect wherein the lignin can be thought of as the hard resin. When 20 parts of polyether glycol are processed with 80 parts of lignin a new material which has a melt point and a viscosity is created whereas lignin itself has no melt and flow characteristics. The new modified lignin can be cured with hexamine like a phenolic resin.

Abstract: Derivatives of o-nitromandelyoxycarbonyl (Nmoc) which are capable of releasing 2,5,-di(tert-butyl)hydroquinone (DBHQ) upon irradiation with ultraviolet (UV) light, are disclosed, as well as, a method for producing DBHQ employing the same so as to allow rapid, reversible transient inhibition of sarcoplasmic/endoplasmic reticulum Ca.sup.2+ ATPases.

Abstract: A novel fluorine-containing compound having functions corresponding to those of fluorine is provided, which is stable under various conditions, excellent in compatibility with other solvents, and can be widely utilized as solvents, cosmetics, detergents, emulsifiers, surface finishing agents, lubricants, as well as lubricants or oils in the field of semiconductor/electronics.That is, the present invention provides fluorine-containing ether compounds represented by the general formula (1):Rf--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --O--R.sup.1 ( 1)(wherein, Rf represents a straight or branched C.sub.1-20 perfluoroalkyl group, R.sup.1 represents a straight or branched C.sub.11-20 alkyl group, n is a number from 1 to 8) and gelling agent containing the same.

Abstract: Diamine compounds useful for treating neurodegenerated diseases characterized by the lack of dopamine neurons activity or for imaging the dopamine neurons are provided. The diamine compounds or serotonin are characterized by the formula: ##STR1## wherein: l, m and n can be the same or different and are an integer of 1 to 6; X, Y and Z can be the same or different and are hydrogen, halo, haloalkyl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6) alkyl, aryl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6) alkoxy, N-alkyl, (C.sub.2 -C.sub.6) acyloxy, N-alkylene, --SH, or --SR, wherein R is from the same group as R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 and can be the same or different than R.sub.1 and R.sub.2, amino, nitro, cyano, hydroxy, --C(.dbd.O) OR.sub.6, --C(.dbd.O) NR.sub.5 R.sub.4, NR.sub.3 R.sub.2, or S(.dbd.O).sub.k R.sub.1 wherein .sub.k is 1 or 2, and R.sub.4 to R.sub.6 are independently hydrogen or (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6) alkyl;R.sub.1, and R.sub.2 can be the same or different and are hydrogen, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6) alkyl, hydroxyalkyl or mercaptoalkyl, --C(.dbd.O) OR.sub.

Abstract: A process for producing an alpha olefin, a tertiary olefin or a tertiary alkyl ether from an unsaturated hydrocarbon cut containing at least one alpha olefin and at least one etherifiable tertiary olefin comprises synthesising at least one tertiary alkyl ether to obtain a product which is separated into a fraction (O1) which is depleted in ether and containing the alpha olefin and a fraction (E1) which is enriched in ether, followed by decomposition of at least a portion of the ether in fraction (E1) into a product (P1) containing at least one alcohol and at least one tertiary olefin, which is fractionated in a fractionation zone (C5) into a fraction (B1) containing the major portion of the tertiary olefin and a fraction (A1) containing the major portion of the alcohol.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for preparing an adduct of the formula R.sup.1 CF.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OCF.sub.3-a-m (C.sub.2 H.sub.n X.sub.4-n F).sub.m R.sup.2.sub.a wherein R.sup.1 is selected from the group consisting of --(CF.sub.2).sub.p H and --C.sub.p F.sub.2p+1 where p is 0 or an integer from 1 to 6; R.sup.2 is selected from the group consisting of --H, --CHF.sub.2, --CHFCF.sub.3, --CHFOCF.sub.3, --CHFO(CF.sub.2).sub.2 CF.sub.3, and --CHClF; each X is independently selected from the group consisting of Br, Cl and F; a is 0 or 1; m is 1 or 2, provided that when a is 1 and R.sup.2 is other than hydrogen, then m is 1; and n is 0, 1 or 2. The process involves reacting a fluorinated ether of the formula R.sup.1 CF.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OCF.sub.3-a R.sup.2.sub.a with an olefin of the formula C.sub.2 H.sub.n X.sub.4-n in the liquid phase in the presence of antimony pentafluoride catalyst. Also disclosed is a process for preparing unsaturated ethers of the formula R.sup.1 CF.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OCF.sub.3-a-m (C.sub.2 H.sub.n X.sub.

Abstract: This invention provides a method for thermally converting volatile fatty acid (VFA) salts to ketones by mixing dry calcium salts of VFAs with hot heat transfer agent in an evacuated container, thereby causing thermal decomposition of the calcium salts of VFAs to form ketone-containing vapor and calcium carbonate; and separating the ketone-containing vapor from the calcium carbonate and heat transfer agent by condensing a mixture of ketones from the ketone-containing vapor.

Abstract: A method for the work-up of a nonionic surfactant-containing microemulsion reaction mixture formed in the o-alkylation of phenols by an alkyl halide in the presence of sodium hydroxide. Said mixture has one reaction product present as an aqueous phase and a further reaction product present as a water immiscible phase and which the reaction mixture is obtained in microemulsion form. Said reaction mixture is worked up by:a) subjecting this microemulsion to a temperature decreased by 20 to 50K thereby forming an aqueous phase having a high surfactant content and a substantially surfactant-free organic phase,b) separating off the substantially surfactant-free organic phase formed and replacing said surfactant-free organic phase with an organic solution of the alkyl halide.

Abstract: A process for making alkyl ether glycerols involving: (a) providing a feedstock component having at least one terminal hydroxyl group selected from the group consisting of glycerides and polyols; (b) providing a heavy metal catalyst; and (c) contacting the feedstock component with the heavy metal catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fluidized bed catalyst for the synthetic reaction of organic compounds which has a reduced catalyst loss. A fluidized bed catalyst for organic compound synthetic reaction, characterized in that 90% or more of the catalyst particles is in the range of 5-500 .mu.m on the weight-based particle size distribution and 90% or more of the 20-75 .mu.m particles has a crushing strength which satisfies the following equation:CS>A.multidot.d.sub..alpha.wherein CS represents a crushing strength ?g-weight/particle!,A represents a constant 0.001,d represents a particle diameter ?.mu.m!, and.alpha. represents a constant 2.

Abstract: Described herein are polyesters and polyamides which contain repeat units derived from novel dicarboxylic acids comprising arylene groups having ortho ethers substituted thereon. Also disclosed are novel compounds from which these polymers can be made. The polymers are especially useful for molding resins and coatings.

Abstract: Enzymatically cleavable chemiluminescent 1,2-dioxetane compounds capable of producing light energy when decomposed, substantially stable at room temperature before a bond by which an enzymatically cleavable labile substituent thereof is intentionally cleaved, are disclosed. These compounds can be represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein: X and X.sup.1 each represent, individually, hydrogen, a hydroxyl group, a halo substituent, an unsubstituted lower alkyl group, a hydroxy (lower) alkyl group, a halo (lower) alkyl group, a phenyl group, a halophenyl group, an alkoxyphenyl group, a hydroxyalkoxy group, a cyano group or an amide group, with at least one of X and X.sup.1 being other than hydrogen; andR.sub.1 and R.sub.2, individually or together, represent an organic substituent that does not interfere with the production of light when the dioxetane compound is enzymatically cleaved and that satisfies the valence of the dioxetane compound's 4-carbon atom, with the provisos that if R.sup.1 and R.sub.

Abstract: Described are compounds defined according to the structure: ##STR1## wherein Z represents meta or para cyclohexylene or meta or para phenylene and wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are the same or different methyl or hydrogen; and wherein R.sub.3 represents C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkyl; and wherein the moiety: ##STR2## is ortho with respect to R.sub.2 and para or meta with respect to the moiety: ##STR3## with the proviso that the sum of the number of carbon atoms in R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 is 3 or 4; and uses thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma of perfume compositions, colognes and perfumed articles including but not limited to solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions, fabric softener articles and hair preparations; as well as processes for preparing alkyl-substituted-C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkoxy-C.sub.6 -cycloaliphatic compounds.

Abstract: Novel substrates of phospholipases, lysophospholipases and lipases are disclosed.

Abstract: A cyclohexanol derivative represented by the following general formula (1) and preferably the following general formula (1a): ##STR1## wherein R represents a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 5 carbon atoms. The above cyclohexanol derivative imparts satisfactory refrigeration to not only the mouth mucosa but also the skin. Moreover, it is practically odorless. A cool feeling and various cool feeling compositions which are practically odorless can be obtained from the cyclohexanol derivative.

Abstract: A method for producing 3-methyl-2-pentene which is substantially free of any other C.sub.6 olefin, except 2-ethyl-1-butene, by first producing a stream that contains 2-ethyl-1-butene from the trimerization of ethylene, and second by recovering the 2-ethyl-1-butene as 3-methyl-2-pentene via etherification, separation of the ether, and decomposition of the ether back to predominantly 3-methyl-2-pentene with some 2-ethyl-1-butene.

Abstract: Described are 1(4'-methylpentyl)-4-substituted ethylcyclohexane derivatives defined according to the structure: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.3, R.sub.4, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 are the same or different hydrogen or methyl; wherein the dashed line represents a carbon carbon single bond or a carbon carbon double bond; wherein the wavy line represents a carbon carbon single bond or a carbon carbon double bond; with the proviso that when the wavy line is a carbon carbon single bond then the dashed line is a carbon carbon single bond; wherein Y represents a moiety selected from the group consisting of: ##STR2## wherein H represents hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 lower alkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.2 acyl; and wherein R.sub.1 represents C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 lower alkyl with the additional proviso that when Y is the moiety: ##STR3## then the dashed line is a carbon carbon single bond, and uses thereof in augmenting, enhancing or imparting aromas in or to perfume compositions, perfumed articles and colognes.

Abstract: Lipid prodrugs of phosphonoacids and their analogs that have increased antiviral activity over the parent drugs in inhibiting cytomegalovirus and other susceptible viruses.

Abstract: New lipopolyamines of general formula (I), their salts, their preparation and their use. ##STR1## n=1 to 5 and m=2 to 6 R represents a radical ##STR2## (R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 : aliphatic radical containing 12 to 22 carbon atoms; R: hydrogen atom or alkyl radical optionally substituted with phenyl), or a radical ##STR3## (X=CH.sub.2, CO; R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 aliphatic radical containing 11 to 21 carbon atoms), their preparation and their use.The lipopolyamines of general formula (I) are especially useful as vectors for the transfection of eukaryotic cells.

Abstract: Described are compounds defined according to the structure: ##STR1## wherein Z represents meta or para cyclohexylene or meta or para phenylene and wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are the same or different methyl or hydrogen; and wherein R.sub.3 represents C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkyl; and wherein the moiety: ##STR2## is ortho with respect to R.sub.2 and para or meta with respect to the moiety: ##STR3## with the proviso that the sum of the number of carbon atoms in R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 is 3 or 4; and uses thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma of perfume compositions, colognes and perfumed articles including but not limited to solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions, fabric softener articles and hair preparations; as well as processes for preparing alkyl-substituted-C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkoxy-C.sub.6 -cycloaliphatic compounds.

Abstract: Described are compounds defined according to the structure: ##STR1## wherein Z represents para cyclohexylene or para phenylene and wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are the same or different methyl or hydrogen; and wherein R.sub.4 represents hydrogen, methyl or ethyl with the proviso that the sum of the carbon atoms in R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 is 2. Also described are para-C.sub.5 alkyl-substituted ethoxycyclohexanes defined according to the structure: ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 represent the same or different methyl or hydrogen; and wherein R.sub.4 represents hydrogen, methyl or ethyl with the proviso that the sum of the carbon atoms in R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.

Abstract: Described are compounds defined according to the structure: ##STR1## wherein Z represents para cyclohexylene or para phenylene and wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are the same or different methyl or hydrogen; and wherein R.sub.4 represents hydrogen, methyl or ethyl with the proviso that the sum of the carbon atoms in R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 is 2. Also described are para-C.sub.5 alkyl-substituted ethoxycyclohexanes defined according to the structure: ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 represent the same or different methyl or hydrogen; and wherein R.sub.4 represents hydrogen, methyl or ethyl with the proviso that the sum of the carbon atoms in R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.

Abstract: Process for the highly stereoselective production of trans-3,3 5-trimethylcyclohexyl ethyl ether which comprises contacting 3,3,5-trimethycyclohexenyl ethyl ether with hydrogen in the presence of an effective amount of a palladium catalyst at from about 20.degree. C. to about 100.degree. C.

Abstract: The demands on the properties of pigments, in particular in the areas of emulsion paints and printing inks, which are continuously becoming more specific made it necessary to develop selective and environmentally safe dispersing and emulsifying agents and coupling auxiliaries.The compounds according to the invention are alkoxylation products prepared from fatty amine dialkylenediamines which, if desired, are linked to give recurring structural units by means of esterification with dicarboxylic acids and in which, preferably, the hydroxyl end groups of these fatty amine alkylenediamine alkoxylates have been esterified with fatty acids, aromatic carboxylic acids and/or resin acids and any hydroxyl groups still present have been converted to the corresponding mono-ester-containing anionic radicals by means of dicarboxylic acids and sulfites.