Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for providing resistance to phenolic yellowing, during storage, transportation and processing of polyamide articles, caused by the presence of phenolic compounds in plastic package materials. The phenolic yellowing resistance is obtained by adding a sulfonated reagent during polymerization of the polyamide and/or during the formation of the polyamide article, like melt-spinning extrusion, and/or during the conversion of the polyamide article by texturizing.

Abstract: A polymer dye has repeating units of formula (I): Each of R1, R2, and R3 is independently a monocyclic carbocyclic group, a condensed polycyclic carbocyclic group, a monocyclic heterocyclic group, or a condensed polycyclic heterocyclic group. In any case, each of R1, R2, and R3 independently may have a substituent. R1 is a divalent group, and R2 and R3 are monovalent groups. D is an organic dye group and n is an integer of from 0 to 10. The polymer dye has a number-average molecular weight of from 500 to 500,000. The dye can be a component in a film. The dye can also be included in various industrial materials in automobiles; communication instruments, such as mobile phones, PDA, remote controllers, mobile information terminals, electronic dictionaries, and electronic organizers; home electric appliances; construction parts; and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the reaction product of (A) a polymeric backbone with (B) A chromophore; and with (C) at least one sulfide containing compound. Very good dyeing results are obtained with this new technology.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dye composition comprising at least one oxidation dye precursor, at least one poly-condensate of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide having the following structure: H—(O—CH2—CH2)a—(O—CH(CH3)—CH2)b—(O—CH2—CH2)a—OH, in which a and a? range from 2 to 150 and b ranges from 1 to 100; and at least one cationic polymer with a charge density of greater than or equal to 4 meq./g. The invention also relates to a dyeing process using this composition after mixing with a composition comprising an oxidizing agent. Another subject of the invention is devices comprising at least two compartments, the first compartment comprising the above composition and the second compartment comprising a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent.

Abstract: A two-part hair dye composed of a first part containing an alkali agent, a second part containing hydrogen peroxide, and a non-aerosol foamer container for discharging a liquid mixture of the first part and the second part in the form of a foam, the liquid mixture containing the following components (A) and (B): (A) a polymer or copolymer containing 70% or more mole fraction of diallyldimethyl quaternary ammonium salt monomer, and (B) an N-acylamino acid salt, an N-acyl-N-alkylamino acid salt, or an ether carboxylic acid salt, wherein, an equivalent ratio of the anion site of the component (B) to the cation site of the component (A) (anion/cation) is more than 1.

Abstract: A two-part hair dye composed of a first part containing an alkali agent, a second part containing hydrogen peroxide, and a non-aerosol foamer container for discharging a liquid mixture of the first part and the second part in the form of a foam, the liquid mixture containing the following components (A) and (B): (A) a polymer or copolymer containing 70% or more mole fraction of diallyldimethyl quaternary ammonium salt monomer, and (B) an N-acylamino acid salt, an N-acyl-N-alkylamino acid salt, or an ether carboxylic acid salt, wherein, an equivalent ratio of the anion site of the component (B) to the cation site of the component (A) (anion/cation) is more than 1, and a viscosity of the liquid mixture at 25° C. is 1 to 300 mPa·s.

Abstract: A two-part hair dye composition, including a first part containing an alkali agent, a second part containing hydrogen peroxide, and a non-aerosol type foamer container for discharging a liquid mixture of the first part and the second part as a foam, wherein the liquid mixture contains the following components (A) to (D): (A) 0.1 to 5% by mass of an alkyl sulfate or polyoxyalkylene alkyl sulfate; (B) 0.1 to 10% by mass of an alkyl polyglucoside; (C) 0.01 to 3% by mass of a dimethyldiallyl ammonium chloride-acrylamide copolymer or a dimethyldiallyl ammonium chloride-acrylamide-acrylic acid copolymer; and (D) 0.01 to 0.8% by mass of a higher alcohol.

Abstract: A hair coloring composition comprises a N,N?-alkylurea, a hair dye, and a solvent.

Abstract: Provided is a hair dye comprising 0.1 to 3.0% by weight of at least one of aqueous acid dyes and a resin comprising a terpolymer constituted from a vinyl cyclic amide, an acrylic acid derivative and a quaternary derivative of acrylic acid, wherein a content of the resin is 0.1 to 2.5% by weight in terms of a solid content; and the hair dye further comprises 1.0 to 20% by weight of a hair dyeing auxiliary agent, 20 to 60% by weight of a lower alcohol and 20 to 60% by weight of water and has a pH of 2 to 4.

Abstract: Compositions for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example of human keratin fibers such as the hair, containing, in a medium suitable for dyeing: a) at least one oxidation dye, b) at least one associative polymer chosen from non-ioninc, anionic, and amphoteric polymers, c) at least one nonionic cellulose-based compound not comprising a C8-C30 fatty chain, and d) at least one cationic polymer with a charge density of greater than 1 meq/g and not comprising a C8-C30 fatty chain.

Abstract: A composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing, a) at least one oxidation dye, b) at least one fatty alcohol, c) at least one associative polymer, and d) at least one C14-C30 alkyl sulphate; as well as the process for using this composition and multicompartment kits comprising the composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example of human keratin fibers, such as the hair, containing, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, a) at least one oxidation dye, b) at least one associative polymer, and c) at least one aminosilicone, wherein the at least one aminosilicone/at least one associative polymer weight ratio is greater than or equal to 1.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratinous fibers, for example, human keratinous fibers, such as the hair, comprising, in a medium appropriate for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye and at least one polymer comprising the repetition of: (i) at least one unit derived from a monomer of acrylamide type, (ii) at least one unit derived from a monomer of dialkyldiallylammonium halide type, and (iii) at least 50 mol % of at least one unit derived from a monomer of vinylcarboxylic acid type. The composition disclosed is easily and rapidly removed during the rinsing stage while retaining good rheological and dyeing properties.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye and at least one polymer comprising a repetition of: (i) from 45 mol % to 60 mol % of at least one unit derived from a monomer of acrylamide type, (ii) at least one unit derived from a monomer of dialkyldiallylammonium halide type, and (iii) at least one unit derived from a monomer of vinylcarboxylic acid type, wherein the mole ratio of the amount of the at least one unit derived from a monomer of dialkyldiallylammonium halide type to the amount of the at least one unit derived from a monomer of vinylcarboxylic acid type is greater than or equal to 1. The composition disclosed herein makes it possible to prevent or reduce the phenomenon of static electricity at the surface of the hair, while at the same time maintaining good rheological and dyeing properties.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided a liquid composition, preferably aqueous composition, comprising a deposition aid and a hueing dye and preferably a fabric care benefit agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of imparting color onto keratinous substrates involving contacting said substrate with a composition comprising: at least one triarylmethane dye molecule chosen from polymeric triarylmethane dye molecules, copolymeric triarylmethane dye molecules, oligomeric triarylmethane dye molecules, and mixtures thereof; at least one film forming agent; and at least one solvent; and irradiating said substrate with a flash of light.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example of human keratin fibers, such as the hair, containing, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, a) at least one oxidation dye, b) at least one associative polymer, and c) at least one aminosilicone, wherein the at least one aminosilicone/at least one associative polymer weight ratio is greater than or equal to 1.

Abstract: The invention concerns an oxidation dyeing composition for keratinous fibres, in particular for human keratinous fibres and more particularly hair, comprising, in a medium suited for dyeing, at least an oxidation dyeing agent, and also at least an amphiphilic polymer including at least an ethylenically unsaturated monomer with a sulphonic group, in free form or partly or completely neutralised and further at least a hydrophobic part. The invention also concerns dyeing methods and devices using said composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example of human keratin fibers such as the hair, containing, in a medium suitable for dyeing: a) at least one oxidation dye, b) at least one associative polymer, c) at least one nonionic cellulose-based compound not comprising a C8-C30 fatty chain, and d) at least one cationic polymer with a charge density of greater than 1 meq/g and not comprising a C8-C30 fatty chain.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example of human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing, a) at least one oxidation dye; b) at least one non-oxyalkylenated fatty alcohol; c) at least one associative polymer; and d) at least one amide of an alkanolamine and a C14-C30 fatty acid.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, for example human keratin fibers, such as the hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing, a) at least one oxidation dye; b) at least one fatty alcohol; c) at least one associative polymer; and d) at least one compound chosen from fatty acid esters and metal oxides.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one fluorescent dye comprising at least one fluorescent compound, and at least one cationic polymer with a charge density of at least 1 meq/g; processes that incorporate this cosmetic composition and to a kit comprising this cosmetic composition. The present disclosure also relates to the process for dyeing human keratin materials, including artificially dyed or pigmented hair and dark skin, with a lightening effect, comprising applying to the keratin materials a cosmetic composition comprising at least one fluorescent dye comprising at least one fluorescent compound and at least one cationic polymer with a charge density of at least 1 meq/g.

Abstract: A preparation for coloring keratin fibers containing dyes and/or dye precursors, at least one silicone oil and/or silicone gum and at least one polymer which contains at least one monomer unit corresponding to formula (I): in which n is a number of 1 to 3 and Y is a physiologically compatible anion. Also disclosed is a method of applying this preparation to keratin fibers.

Abstract: By providing certain quaternary terpolymers as an integral ingredient in hair coloring formulations, substantially improved and enhanced hair conditioning benefits are attained, providing a highly effective, hair coloring composition which also provides conditioning benefits to the hair fibers. In addition, the conditioning benefits and effects are long lasting and capable of being retained by the hair fibers for up to four weeks.

Abstract: A dyed substrate having at least one dyed surface. At least one dye solution is disposed across at least a portion of the surface in combination with a migration promoting composition and/or a migration limiting composition. The migration promoting composition and/or migration limiting composition adjusts the migration of at least a portion of the dye solution across the substrate in a controlled manner. Dye migration may be arrested by the application of RF (radio frequency) energy as a step in dye fixation. A process for forming the dyed substrate is also provided.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions (L) comprising: (a) a wax which is (a1) a carboxyl-containing hydrocarbon wax or a mixture of such waxes or a mixture of (a1) and (a2) at least one unmodified hydrocarbon wax, (b) a (co)poly(meth)acrylamide or (co)poly-(meth)acrylamide mixture which is (b1) at least one macro(co)poly-(meth)acrylamide, which optionally contains carboxyl-containing comonomers, having an average molecular weight {overscore (M)}W=n·106, where n≧10, or a mixture of (b1) and (b2) at least one (co)poly(meth)-acrylamide, which optionally contains carboxyl-containing comonomers, having an average molecular weight {overscore (M)}W<10·106, and (d) a dispersant system consisting of amphoteric, anionic and/or nonionic surfactants, are surprisingly useful as highly effective crease mark inhibitors having an extremely surfacy effect and are also suitable for particularly short liquors, for example in winch becks and jet-dyeing machines.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition useful for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, in particular of human keratin fibers and more particularly the hair, containing, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye, at least one polyoxyalkylenated carboxylic acid ether or a salt thereof, at least one nonionic surfactant and at least one cationic or amphoteric polymer whose cationic charge density is greater than or equal to 2 meq/gram. The invention also relates to the dyeing devices and processes using the composition.

Abstract: A single composition for simultaneous coloring and highlighting hair to provide hair fibers having variations in tonality and hue, comprising, 1-10% inorganic persulfate, 1-20% hydrogen peroxide, 0.001-20% of at least one primary intermediate and, optionally, at least one coupler for the formation of oxidation dyes; and 0.01-20% of one or more surfactants; as well as a one step method for simultaneously color and highlighting hair to provide hair fibers having variations in tonality and hue comprising, combining, immediately prior to use, a powder composition comprised of at least one alkali metal or alkaline earth metal persulfate, an aqueous developer composition comprised of hydrogen peroxide; and an aqueous based colorant composition comprised of at least one primary intermediate and, optionally, at least one coupler for the formation of oxidation dyes; and applying the mixture to the hair for a period of time sufficient to cause coloration and highlighting of the hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dye composition for keratin fibers, in particular for human keratin fibers such as the hair, having, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least one cationic direct dye of given formula, and containing at least one specific cationic or amphoteric substantive polymer. The invention also relates to the dyeing processes and devices using the composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to an oxidation dye composition for keratin fibres, in particular for human keratin fibres such as hair, of the type comprising, in a medium which is suitable for dyeing, at least one oxidation dye precursor and optionally one or more couplers, and which is characterized in that it contains (i) as oxidation dye precursor, at least one para-phenylenediamine substituted in the 2-position on the benzene ring with a C1-C4 hydroxyalkyl or hydroxyalkoxy radical, and/or at least one of the addition salts thereof with an acid, and (ii) at least one cationic or amphoteric substantive polymer. The invention also relates to the use of this composition for dyeing keratin fibres, especially hair.

Abstract: A process for dyeing a fibrous substrate which comprises the steps of: providing a fibrous substrate; providing at least one sulfur dye; providing at least one reduction stable direct dye; and applying said reduction stable direct dye and sulfur dye to said fibrous substrate in the presence of a suitable reducing agent. Further, it has been surprising to find that these reduction stable direct dyes can be processed without a sulfur dye present. This results in a process for dyeing a fibrous substrate which comprises the steps of: providing a fibrous substrate; providing a reduction stable direct dye; and applying said reduction stable direct dye to said fibrous substrate in the presence of a suitable reducing agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dye composition for keratin fibers, in particular for human keratin fibers such as the hair, this composition having, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least one cationic direct dye of given formula, and containing at least one specific cationic or amphoteric substantive polymer. The invention also relates to the dyeing processes and devices using it.

Abstract: The invention concerns a ready-to-use composition for dyeing human keratinous fibers and more particularly human hair, comprising in support suitable for dyeing keratinous fibers: (a) at least an enzyme such as laccase; (b) at least a cationic substantive or particular amphoteric polymer; (c) at least an oxidation coloring agent, as well as the dyeing methods using said composition.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sheet for growing a plant in cultivation comprising a base material in the form of a sheet and a polymer for forming saccharide-free hydrogel disposed on at least one of the surfaces of the sheet. The polymer for forming saccharide-free hydrogel has a crosslinked structure.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dye composition for keratin fibers, in particular for human keratin fibers such as the hair, this composition having, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least one cationic direct dye of given formula, and containing at least one specific cationic or amphoteric substantive polymer. The invention also relates to the dyeing processes and devices using it.

Abstract: A method for dyeing cellulosic materials with reactive dye by pretreating the fabric with a polycationic polymeric agent which is desirably also polynucleophilic is disclosed. The agent can be a polyquaternary amine material especially a poly(DADMAC) or polyvinylpyridine, particularly one including nucleophilic sites such as primary amino groups, e.g. polyallylamine/DADMAC copolymers and polyvinylpyridines quaternisied with w-aminoalkyl groups. The dyes can react with the nucleophilic centres so dyebath exhaustion can be driven by dye fixation rather than substantivity to the substrate. The need to use of salts to drive substantivity can be obviated and post dyeing washing to remove unreacted/hydrolysed dye is much simplified. Material dyed by the method has the good wash fastness properties of materials dyed using reactive dyes. A wide variety of cellulosic substrates can be dyed including lyocell fibre materials and blend/union materials with polyamides.

Abstract: A method of dyeing cellulosic fibers or fabrics using pre-metallized acid dye by pretreating the fabric with a cationic agent having a plurality of cationic centers and optionally after treating the dyed material with a cationic polymer is disclosed. The cationic polymer is desirably a polyquaternary amine material especially a poly(DADMAC) or polyvinylpyridine. Material dyed by the method has a “washed out” appearance similar to fabrics dyed using the “Jarofast” process, but the availability of a wide range of pre-metallized dyes gives a wider color range, and the method enables a wider range of substrates to be dyed successfully, including lyocell fiber materials e.g. those sold under Courtauld's trademark “Tencel” and blend/union materials with polyamides, easier processing and superior wash and light fastness.

Abstract: A vessel for growing a plant, comprising: a base material 11 in the form of a vessel which is capable of accommodating therein at least a part of a plant; and a hydrogel-forming polymer 12 having a crosslinked structure disposed inside of the vessel-form base material 11 is disclosed. When such a vessel is used, a transfer operation for the plant can be automated, and any damage caused by transferring the plant can be reduced.

Abstract: An improved method for fixing color of a dyed textile by coating a dyed textile with a mixture of (i) an aminopolyamide-epichlorohydrin resin and (ii) a glyoxylated acrylamide-dimethyl diallyl ammonium chloride resin.

Abstract: An improved method for fixing color of a dyed textile fabric by coating a dyed textile with an acrylamide polymer which has been reacted with glyoxal at a mole ratio of glyoxal to polymer of at least 0.8:1. Preferably the dyed textile fabric has been pre-coated with an anionic polymer.

Abstract: A process for fixing dyes impregnated in fine-dimensional synthetic textile substrates in an environmentally safe manner. The process comprises contacting the dyed synthetic substrates with a phenol- and formaldehyde-free dye-fixative composition comprising:(a) polymethacrylic acid,(b) copolymers of methacrylic acid consisting essentially of methacrylic acid and an ethylenically unsaturated comonomer selected from the group consisting of 2-acrylamido-2-methyl-propanesulfonic acid, sodium vinyl sulfonate, sodium styrene sulfonate, alkyl acrylate,(c) sulfamic acid, and(d) combinations of (a), (b) and (c).

Abstract: A print paste composition contains, as binder, a curable polymer which is free of N-methylol groups and which contains anhydride-forming dicarboxylic acid and/or dicarboxylic anhydride groups which can react with hydroxyl groups in the cotton or other textile substrate and/or with hydoxyl or epoxy groups in the curable polymer.

Abstract: A fiber finish composition is described which enhances the dyeability of the fiber or textile materials made from the fiber. The finish composition includes an alkyl substituted quaternary ammonium cation and a barrier agent. An aqueous dispersion of the finish composition is the preferred method of applying the finish composition to fibers. Also included is an improved method of dyeing fibers and textile materials using the fiber finish composition.

Abstract: A process is described for dyeing wool-containing fibre materials with anionic dyes, which comprises dyeing said materials in the presence of a wool protective agent containing at least one acrylamide homo- or copolymer. Rubfast level dyeings having reduced setting can be obtained according to this process.

Abstract: Process for the temporary dyeing of keratinous fibers with a composition containing an insoluble pigment obtained by the oxidative polymerization of an indole compound of formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.3 are hydrogen or alkyl; R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl carboxyl or alkoxy carbonyl; R.sup.4 and R.sup.7 are hydrogen, hydroxy, alkyl, amino, alkoxy, acyloxy or acylamino; R.sup.5 is hydrogen, hydroxy, alkoxy, alkyl, halogen, amino, acyloxy, acylamino or trimethylsilyloxy; R.sup.6 is hydrogen, hydroxy, alkoxy, amino, acyloxy, acylamino, trimethylsilyloxy or hydroxyalkylamino; R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 can also form, together with the carbon atoms to which they are attached, a carbonyl-dioxy ring; at least one of the radicals R.sup.4 to R.sup.7 is an OZ or NHR.sup.8 grouping, the R.sup.8 radical of the NHR.sup.8 grouping being hydrogen, acyl or hydroxyalkyl and the Z radical of the OZ grouping being hydrogen, acyl, alkyl or a trimethylsilyl group.

Abstract: There is disclosed a process for printing fibre material by the direct printing process, which process comprises printing the fibre material with a print paste comprising at least one dye, one cellulose derivative or alginate as thickener as well as further customary assistants and wherein the print paste comprises .ltoreq.5% by weight, based on the print paste, of a homopolymer or copolymer based on acrylamide.The novel process makes it possible to obtain strong patterned prints on a white ground which have good levelness, good fastness properties and sharp contours. The print pastes are distinguished by good homogeneity, good storage stability and simple handling.

Abstract: Process for the dyeing or printing of organic material, in particular fiber material, which comprises applying dyes containing at least one polymerizable double bond together with at least one colorless cationic compound containing at least one polymerizable double bond and, if desired, one or more colorless nonionic compounds containing at least one polymerizable double bond, and at least one photoinitiator, and, if desired, further auxiliaries to the organic material, in particular fiber material, and then fixing them by means of UV light.

Abstract: A process for fixing dyes impregnated in fine-dimensional synthetic textile substrates in an environmentally safe manner. The process comprises contacting the dyed synthetic substrates with an aqueous solution of a phenol- and formaldehyde-free dye-fixative composition containing a copolymer ofa) 1.0 to about 20 percent by weight of vinyl sulfonic acid residues;b) 5 to 20 percent by weight of nonpolar or hydrophobic monomer residues; andc) 60 to about 94 percent by weight of hydrophilic ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid residues, the copolymers having a weight average molecular weight of from about 1,500 to about 15,000. The contacting step is for a time sufficient so that the dye-fixative composition is absorbed by the fabric.

Abstract: Open end spun cotton yarns are ring dyed with a thickened dyebath to limit dye penetration to the outer circumference of the yarn leaving a substantial undyed core. Stonewashed indigo dyed denim fabrics and garments are prepared.

Abstract: Specific cationic polymers having hydrophobic side chains are highly suitable as binders for pigments for the dyeing of leather.