Abstract:
Monolayer and multilayer polyester film which comprises at least one layer of a heat-sealing polyester which is crystallizable to the extent of allowing mixtures thereof to be made with other crystallizable polyesters for crystallization without sticking is disclosed. The heat-sealing polyester is polyethylene terephthalate modified with about 7-15 ml. % cyclohexanedimethanol. In multilayered films, another layer of readily crystallizable polyethylene terephthalate is used.
Abstract:
Disclosed herein is an improved gas phase process for the selective epoxidation of non-allylic olefins wherein the epoxidation is carried out in the presence of certain inert, paraffin hydrocarbons. Such hydrocarbons possess higher heat capacities as compared to other materials, e.g., nitrogen, argon, methane and helium, typically used as inert diluents in olefin epoxidations. The disclosed process is particularly useful for the continuous manufacture of 3,4-epoxy-1-butene from 1,3-butadiene.
Abstract:
This invention relates to naphthalenedicarboxylic acid containing polymer compositions having reduced fluorescence. More specifically, the polymers contain at least 0.1 mole percent of a dicarboxylic acid selected from 2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid or 2,6-naphthalenedicarboxylate ester, with 0.1 to 5 mole percent of a copolymerizable halogen containing aromatic compound. These polymers are useful for packaging applications where clarity and/or aesthetic appeal are of concern.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to sulfonate containing water-dispersible or water-dissipatible sulfopolyester compositions. The sulfopolyesters utilize at least two dicarboxylic acids, one of which is a naphthalene dicarboxylic acid. This combination of dicarboxylic acids allows for the sulfopolyesters to maintain glass transition temperatures (Tg) of greater than 89 DEG C and exhibit lower melt viscosities than sulfopolyesters containing all naphthalenediyl units or all isophthtaloyl units. The sulfopolyesters of this invention are useful in applications where improved heat and blocking resistance is required.
Abstract:
Provided are thermosetting powder coating compositions comprised of an aliphatic carboxyl resin, a beta -hydroxylalkyl amide crosslinker, and a catalyst comprised of a C1-C18 carboxylate salt of a metal selected from the group consisting of zinc, aluminum, and titanium, or an oxide of aluminum or zinc. Preferably, the aliphatic resin is comprised of residues of 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid (CHDA) and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol or comprised of 1,4-CHDA and hydrogenated bisphenol A. We have found that certain compounds, particularly certain zinc salts, catalyze the crosslinking reaction and significantly reduce gel time.
Abstract:
This invention relates to hair spray formulations based on (1) a sulfonate-containing, water-dispersible or water-dissipatible, linear polyester having a glass transition temperature of 40 DEG C to 60 DEG C. In addition, the formulations contain water or a water/alcohol mixture as the liquid vehicle and optionally a propellant. The diol component of the sulfopolyester contains 10 to 30 mole percent 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol. The sulfopolyester contains 18.5 to 22.5 mole percent sulfomonomer, and the sulfopolyester has a glass transition temperature (Tg) of 40 DEG C to 60 DEG C. The hair spray formulations may be applied in pump or aerosol form.
Abstract:
Provided are enamel compositions and water-borne enamel compositions comprising phenol functionalized vinyl polymers and crosslinking agents such as amino-plasts, e.g., alkylated melamine-formaldehyde condensates. The coatings produced from such compositions possess excellent acid-etch resistance, solvent resistance, hardness, and gloss. The compositions of the present invention are thus particularly useful for automotive, appliance and machinery coatings.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a process for copolymerizing a dicarboxylic acid, a dialkyl ester, and a diol in the presence of a transesterification catalyst. The process involves heating a mixture containing carboxylic acids and esters in excess diol at elevated temperatures in the presence of a transesterification catalyst and returning any vaporized diol to the reaction vessel until the theoretical amount of alcohol and/or water have been involved. The alcohol and/or water of reaction is not allowed to return to the vessel. When the theoretical weight of alcohol and/or water is collected, the excess diol is removed and the polymerization is allowed to proceed.
Abstract:
Disclosed are thermosetting or curable coating compositions comprising (1) a film forming polymeric material bearing acetoacetate residues, (2) an amino resin cross-linking or curing material, (3) an organic sulfonic acid cross-linking or curing catalyst, and (4) an epoxide compound selected from limonene monoepoxide, limonene diepoxide and a mixture thereof. The presence of the limonene epoxide inhibits discoloration of the coating composition upon prolonged storage, especially at elevated temperatures.
Abstract:
Disclosed is an improved process for the preparation of 4,4'-bis(2-benzoxazolyl)stilbene compounds by the reaction of 4,4'-stilbenedicarboxylic acid with 2-aminophenol compounds in the presence of a tin or titanium catalyst and certain solvents.