NARROW MOLECULAR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION BLOCK POLYMERS AND PROCESS THEREFOR

PROCESS FOR PREPARING POLYMERS BY ANIONIC POLYMERIZATION

Production of sulfonyl azide anhydride

The present disclosure provides a process for producing an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride and the resultant aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride composition. The process includes: (i) thio-acetoxylating an alkenyl carboxylic acid anhydride to form a thioacetate anhydride intermediate, (ii) oxychlorinating the thioacetate anhydride intermediate to form a sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate; and (iii) azidizing the sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate to form an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride.

Polymer compositions comprising a low-viscosity, homogeneously branched ethylene alpha-olefin extender

A thermoplastic composition is described that comprises (i) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one thermoplastic copolymer, for example, styrene block copolymers, and (ii) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one homogeneously branched ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer, for example ethylene/1-octene, having a density of less than or equal to 0.899 g/cc and a Brookfield viscosity of greater than 500 cP (350° F.).

FILMS FROM AQUEOUS DISPERSIONS BY BLOCK COPOLYMERS, SERVING CONJUGATED WITH HYDROGENATED BLOCKS OF

POLYMER COMPOSITION

ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE INTERPOLYMER COMPOSITION

The present disclosure is directed to a composition and articles containing the composition. The composition includes an ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer (EPDM) having a rheology ratio greater than 33. The EPDM also has a molecular weight distribution greater than 3Ø The composition has a dissipation factor less than or equal to 0.01 radians as measured in accordance with ASTM D 150 (130°C, 60 Hz).

HIGH-STRENGTH FILMS OF BLOCK COPOLYMER LATICES

Films prepared from aqueous dispersion of block copolymers, optional diluents and surfactants corresponding to the formula A-B-Xm-(B-A)n wherein each A is a polymer block of a monovinylidene aromatic monomer and, optionally, a conjugated diene, each B is a polymer block of a conjugated diene, X is the remnant of a multifunctional coupling agent, m is 0 or 1, and n is an integer from 1 to 5, each monovinylidene aromatic monomer block having a weight average molecular weight from 8,000 to 15,000 Daltons, each conjugated diene block having a weight average molecular weight from 50,000 to 200,000 Daltons, the total A content being from 5 to 25 percent by weight of the block copolymer and diluent, and the effective phase volume of the monovinylidene aromatic monomer block being from 10 to 18.5 percent, having improved tensile strength properties and utility as thin elastomeric articles and a process for their preparation are disclosed.

Sulfonylazide Derivative for Diene Polymer

The present disclosure provides a composition. In an embodiment, a composition is provided and includes an ethylene/α-olefin/diene terpolymer and a polar component. The composition also includes a sulfonamide phthalic anhydride linkage (SPA) bonding the ethylene/α-olefin/diene terpolymer to the polar component. 1. A composition comprising:an ethylene/α-olefin/diene terpolymer;a polar component; anda sulfonamide phthalic anhydride linkage (SPA) bonding the ethylene/α-olefin/diene terpolymer to the polar component.2. The composition of wherein the α-olefin of the ethylene/α-olefin/diene terpolymer is a C-Cα-olefin.3. The composition of wherein the diene is selected from the group consisting of 1 claim 1 ,4-hexadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,9-decadiene claim 1 , 4-methyl-1 claim 1 ,4-hexadiene claim 1 , 5-methyl-1 claim 1 ,4-hexadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,5-cyclooctadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,6-octadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,7-octadiene claim 1 , 7-methyl-1 claim 1 ,6-octadiene claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,7-dimethyl-1 claim 1 ,6-octadiene claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,7-dimethyl-1 claim 1 ,7-octadiene claim 1 , 5 claim 1 ,7-dimethyl-1 claim 1 ,6-octadiene claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,7 claim 1 ,11-trimethyl-1 claim 1 ,6 claim 1 ,10-octatriene claim 1 , 6-methyl-1 claim 1 ,5-heptadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,3-butadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,6-heptadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,8-nonadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,9-decadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,10-undecadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,5-cyclododecadiene claim 1 , bicyclo[2.2.1]hepta-2 claim 1 ,5-diene (norbornadiene) claim 1 , 5-ethylidene-2-norbornene claim 1 , tetracyclododecene claim 1 , dicyclopentadiene claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,3-cyclopentadiene; 1 claim 1 ,4-cyclohexadiene claim 1 , vinyl norbornene claim 1 , mixed isomers of dihydromyricene and dihydroocinene claim 1 , tetrahydroindene claim 1 , methyl tetrahydroindene claim 1 , 5-methylene-2-norbornene (MNB); 5-propenyl-2-norbornene claim 1 , 5-isopropylidene-2-norbornene claim 1 , 5-(4-cyclopentenyl)-2- ...

Gloss Resins and Method for Making Same

The present disclosure is directed to polymeric compositions which form gloss resins suitable for thermoforming applications. The polymeric compositions include a reaction product composed of a clarified random propylene/-olefin copolymer, a coupling agent, and optionally an elastomer. Methods for adjusting the melt flow rate of the gloss resin are also disclosed. Adjustment of the gloss resin melt flow rate advantageously enables scrap thermoplastic material containing the gloss resin to be recycled in a thermoforming operation.

GLANZARME THERMOFORMBARE FUSSBODENKONSTRUKTION

BLANKING PROCESS FOR REACTION MIXTURE

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF POLYMERS BY ANIONI POLYMERIZATION.

Interpolymer compositions for use in sound management

FLEXIBLE CONTAINER

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container includes (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) a body seal inner edge (BSIE) with a bottom end and an opposing top end, (ii) a bottom tapered seal inner edge (b-TSIE) extending from the BSIE bottom end, and (iii) a top tapered seal inner edge (t- TSIE) extending from the BSIE top end. (C) The t-TSIE has a length that is at least 1.1 times greater than the length of the BSIE (in mm).

CELL SIZE ENLARGING AGENT FOR STYRENIC FOAM

A styrenic polymer foam contains a polymer composition in the form of a continuous matrix defining multiple cells therein, the polymer composition contains a first polymer and second polymer, the first polymer being a maleic anhydride-grafted high density polyethylene and the second polymer being a styrenic polymer resin that is free of grafted maleic anhydride. The first polymer contains on average 0.05 or more weight-parts of grafted maleic anhydride based on total weight of the first polymer and the concentration of first polymer in the polymer composition is sufficient to provide at least six weight-parts of grafted maleic anhydride per million weight parts of the polymer composition.

TERMINATORS FOR ANIONIC POLYMERIZATIONS

A process for preparing polymers by means of the anionic polymerization of polymerizable monomers comprising contacting one or more anionically polymerizable monomers with an alkalimetal-containing anionic initiator under anionic polymerization condition characterized by terminating the polymerization by contacting the reaction mixture with an inorganic acid selected from sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid and mixtures thereof.

COMPOSITIONS OF INTERPOLYMERS OF ALPHA-OLEFIN MONOMERS WITH ONE OR MORE VINYL OR VINYLIDENE AROMATIC MONOMERS

A blend of polymeric materials comprising: (A) from 1 to 99.99 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B and C of at least one substantially random interpolymer; and wherein said interpolymer: (1) contains from 0.5 to 65 mole percent of polymer units derived from: (a) at least one vinyl or vinylidene aromatic monomer, or (b) at least one hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomer, or (c) a combination of at least one vinyl or vinylidene aromatic monomer and at least one hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomer; (2) contains from 35 to 99.5 mole percent of polymer units derived from at least one aliphatic .alpha.-olefin having from 2 to 20 carbon atoms; (3) has a molecular weight (Mn) greater than 1,000; (4) has a melt index (I2) from 0.01 to 1,000; (5) has a molecular weight distribution (Mw/Mn) from 1.5 to 20; and (B) from 99 to 0.01 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B, and C of one or more ...

MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND THERMOFORMED ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM

A multilayer structure comprising at least one barrier layer, said barrier layer including less than or equal to 12 percent, by weight of the barrier layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm; and having a melt viscosity less than 50,000 cP at 350° F. (177° C.); and at least 60 percent, by weight of the barrier layer, of EVOH having from 10 to 32 mole percent units derived from ethylene monomer is provided. Further provided are thermoformed articles made therefrom. 1. A multilayer structure comprising at least one barrier layer , said barrier layer comprising{'sup': '3', 'a. less than or equal to 12 percent, by weight of the barrier layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm; and having a melt viscosity less than 50,000 cP at 350° F. (177° C.); and'}b. at least 60 percent, by weight of the barrier layer, of EVOH having from 10 to 32 mole percent units derived from ethylene monomer.2. The multilayer structure according to wherein the functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has been functionalized with maleic anhydride.3. The multilayer structure of wherein the barrier layer further comprises one or more oxygen scavengers.4. The multilayer structure of wherein the ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has a melt viscosity less than 30 claim 1 ,000 cP at 350° F. (177° C.).5. The multilayer structure of wherein the barrier layer has a thickness in the range of from 5 to 150 microns.6. The multilayer structure of wherein the EVOH has from 24 to 30 mol % units derived from ethylene.7. The multilayer structure of wherein the multilayer structure has a total thickness in the range of from 50 microns to 3000 microns.8. The multilayer structure of further comprising an external layer made from a resin which comprises linear low density polyethylene ...

Amine, einen Initiator für die anionische Polymerisation enthaltend.

Flexible container

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container includes (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) a body seal inner edge (BSIE) with a bottom end and an opposing top end, (ii) a bottom tapered seal inner edge (b-TSIE) extending from the BSIE bottom end, and (iii) a top tapered seal inner edge (t- TSIE) extending from the BSIE top end. (C) The t-TSIE has a length that is at least 1.1 times greater than the length of the BSIE (in mm).

PRODUCTION OF POLYMER BY ANION POLYMERIZATION

PURPOSE: To obtain a polymer good in transparency, tensile strength, color retention or ageing stability by bringing an anion polymerizable monomer into contact with an alkali metal containing an anion initiator under an anion polymerization condition and subsequently adding an inorg. acid such as sulfuric acid to the polymerization system to stop polymerization. CONSTITUTION: A monovinylidene aromatic monomer (e.g; styrene) and one or more kinds of anion polymerizable monomers such as alkadiene (e.g; isoprene) are brought into contact with an alkali metal-containing anion initiator [e.g; 1,3-phenylene-bis (3-methyl-1-phenylpentylidene)bis-lithium] under an anion polymerization condition to perform anion polymerization and the obtained reaction mixture is brought into contact with an inorg. salt such as sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid or a mixture thereof to stop polymerization to obtain the objective polymer. COPYRIGHT: (C)1991,JPO ...

Highly grafted ethylene-based polymers, highly grafted ethylene-based polymer compositions, and processes for forming the same

A process to form a functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition comprises reacting an ethylene-based polymer composition in at least one extruder with at least one functionalization agent and at least one free radical initiator at a melt temperature of greater than or equal to 200°C. The functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a yellowness index (YI) value of less than or equal to 45 and a functionalization content of greater than or equal to 2.0 wt%, based on the weight of the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition.

FLEXIBLE CONTAINER

Un contenedor flexible. En una forma de realización, el contenedor flexible incluye (A) un panel frontal, un panel posterior, un primer panel lateral acartelado, y un segundo panel lateral acartelado. Los paneles laterales acartelados se unen al panel frontal y al panel posterior a lo largo de sellos periféricos para formar una cámara. (B) Cada sello periférico tiene (i) un borde interior de sello de cuerpo (BSIE) con un extremo inferior y un extremo superior opuesto, (ii) un borde interior del sello ahusado inferior (b-TSIE) que se extiende desde el extremo inferior del BSIE, y (iii) un borde interior del sello ahusado superior (t-TSIE) que se extiende desde el extremo superior BSIE. (C) El t-TSIE tiene una longitud que es al menos 1,1 veces mayor que la longitud del BSIE (en mm).

Aqueous dispersions of olefin copolymers

TERMINATORS FOR ANIONIC POLYMERIZATIONS

AQUEOUS DISPERSIONS OF OLEFIN COPOLYMERS

Artificial latexes that are film-forming at room temperature can be prepared from a copolymer of ethylene and a C3-C20 alpha olefin. The copolymer preferably contains no polar substituents, which are generally necessary to make useful latexes from polyethylene.

AQUEOUS DISPERSIONS OR EMULSIONS OF INTERPOLYMERS OF ALPHA-OLEFIN(S)/HINDERED VINYLIDENE AROMATIC MONOMER(S)

A film-forming, aqueous dispersion comprising at least one substantially random interpolymer comprising (A) polymer units derived from: (1) at least one vinylidene aromatic monomer, or (2) at least one hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinylidene monomer, or (3) a combination of at least one aromatic vinylidene monomer and at least one hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinylidene monomer, and (4) at least one C2-20 .alpha.-olefin; and (B) a surfactant. The aqueous dispersions or emulsions of the present invention are useful as barrier paper coatings, corrosion resistance coatings, carpet backing and carpet fiber binders, in some instances, precursors for high molecular weight polymers, composites and membranes for separation systems, coatings and binders for paints, inks, moisture barriers in packaging, fabric coatings, synthetic gloves, adhesives, foams, composite flooring tiles and layers, sound deadening composite foams and pads, automotive protective exterior coatings, and removable ...

POLYMERIC COMPOSITIONS AND FOAMS, METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME, AND ARTICLES PREPARED FROM THE SAME

The invention provides a composition comprising an ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated diene interpolymer, which has the following properties: an M z (abs)/M z (Conv) value greater than 1.35; an M z (BB)/M w (abs) value greater than 1.6; and a non-conjugated diene content less than 10 weight percent, based on the total weight of the interpolymer. The invention also provides a process for forming a crosslinked composition, said process comprising: (a) forming a polymeric admixture comprising at least the following: (A) an ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated diene copolymer rubber (B) which has the following properties: an M z (abs)/M z (Conv) value less than 1.3; an M z (BB)/M w (abs) value greater than 1.6, but less than 2.5; and an M w (abs) value less than 350,000 g/mole; and (B) a coupling amount of (i) at least one poly(sulfonyl azide) or (ii) at least one peroxide; and (b) heating the resulting admixture to a temperature at least the decomposition temperature of the crosslinking agent. The invention also provides a process for forming a shaped article, said process comprising: (a) forming a polymeric admixture comprise of at least one ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated diene interpolymer, at least one sulfur-based curative or organic peroxide-based crosslinking agent, and, optionally, a process oil, carbon blacks, additional inorganic fillers, organic fillers, cure accelerators, and/or foaming agents; (b) shaping the resulting admixture; (c) heating the resulting admixture to a temperature at least the decomposition temperature of the sulfur-based cure agent or the peroxide crosslinking agent.

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING HIGH QUALITY IONOMERS

A reactive extrusion process for producing an ionomer is disclosed. The process comprising adding a polymer containing a carboxyl functionality to an extruder, then homogenously melting the polymer in a melting zone of the extruder. A first melt seal zone of the extruder is formed to separate the melting zone from an injection zone where an aqueous solution of metallic ions are added to the molten polymer. The first melt seal zone is formed by increasing the pressure in the melt seal zone to a pressure which is higher than the vapor pressure of the water at any point in the injection zone and the reaction zone. The aqueous solution of metallic ions is then mixed with the polymer containing the carboxyl functionality in a reaction zone of the extruder under conditions such that the metallic ions are substantially reacted with the carboxyl functionality. A pressure build-up zone is formed in the extruder, wherein the pressure build-up zone is located no earlier than at the end of the reaction ...

Highly grafted ethylene-based polymers, highly grafted ethylene-based polymer compositions, and processes for forming the same

A process to form a functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition comprises reacting an ethylene-based polymer composition in at least one extruder with at least one functionalization agent and at least one free radical initiator at a melt temperature of greater than or equal to 200°C. The functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a yellowness index (YI) value of less than or equal to 45 and a functionalization content of greater than or equal to 2.0 wt%, based on the weight of the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition.

FLEXIBLE CONTAINER

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container includes (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends, (ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal, and (iii) a corner arc where each tapered seal inner edge extends from a respective ABSIE end. (C) The flexible container includes at least one corner arc having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm.

NARROW MOLECULAR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION BLOCK POLYMERS

Extremely narrow molecular weight distribution block copolymers comprising isoprene are prepared utilizing multifunctional lithium based initiators and an initial diene block forming amount of butadiene.

BLANKING PROCESS FOR REACTION MIXTURE

A process for blanking a reaction mixture utilizing as a blanking agent a difunctional lithium composition. C-35,091A-F ...

Multilayered polyolefin-based films

Disclosed are multilayer structures comprising a polyolefin layer, a tie layer and a barrier layer wherein the tie layer is a formulation comprising a crystalline block copolymer composite (CBC) comprising i) an ethylene polymer (EP) comprising at least 90 mol % polymerized ethylene; ii) an alpha-olefin-based crystalline polymer (CAOP) and iii) a block copolymer comprising (a) an ethylene polymer block comprising at least 90 mol % polymerized ethylene and (b) a crystalline alpha-olefin block (CAOB).

Compositions of interpolymers of alpha-olefin monomers with one or more vinyl orvinylidene aromatic monomers

Flexible container

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container include (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to from a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends, (ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal. (C) The flexible container includes at least one ABSIE having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm.

Aqueous dispersions or emulsions of interpolymers of alpha-olefin(s)/hindered vinylidene aromatic monomer(s)

FLEXIBLE CONTAINER

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container include (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to from a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends, (ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal. (C) The flexible container includes at least one ABSIE having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm.

ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE INTERPOLYMER COMPOSITION

The present disclosure is directed to a composition and articles containing the composition. The composition includes an ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer (EPDM) having a rheology ratio greater than 33. The EPDM also has a molecular weight distribution greater than 3Ø The composition has a dissipation factor less than or equal to 0.01 radians as measured in accordance with ASTM D 150 (130°C, 60 Hz).

Highly Grafted Ethylene-Based Polymers, Highly Grafted Ethylene-Based Polymer Compositions, and Processes for Forming the Same

A process to form a functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition comprises reacting an ethylene-based polymer composition in at least one extruder with at least one functionalization agent and at least one free radical initiator at a melt temperature of greater than or equal to 200° C. The functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a yellowness index (YI) value of less than or equal to 45 and a functionalization content of greater than or equal to 2.0 wt %, based on the weight of the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition. 1. A process to form a functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition , said process comprising reacting an ethylene-based polymer composition in at least one extruder with at least one functionalization agent and at least one free radical initiator at a melt temperature of greater than , or equal to 200° C.; andwherein the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a yellowness index value of less than, or equal to, 45; and wherein the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a functionalization content of greater than, or equal to, 2.0 wt %, based on the weight of the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a gel content (GI200) of less than or equal to 20.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the melt temperature is greater than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , 300° C.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based polymer composition has a residual titanium level of less than 1.2 ppm claim 1 , based on the weight of the ethylene-based polymer composition.5. The process of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based polymer composition has a residual titanium level of less than 1.2 ppm and a residual aluminum level of less than 35 ppm claim 1 , based on the weight of the ethylene-based polymer composition.6. The process of claim 1 , wherein the functionalized ethylene-based polymer is an ...

Functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer compositions

Ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer composition

POLYMER BLENDS FOR USE IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THE SAME

The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises an ionomer of a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid having a melt index (I) of 1 to 60 g/10 minutes, wherein the total amount of ionomer comprises 50 to 99 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and a polyolefin having a density of 0.870 g/cmor more and having a melt index (I) of 20 g/10 minutes or less, wherein the polyolefin comprises 1 to 50 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, wherein the polymer blend meets the following equation: 3.5<2.76-60*I+308*RVR+0.023*A<4.5 wherein Iis the melt index (I) of the polyolefin, RVR is the relative viscosity ratio of the polyolefin to the ionomer (I/I), and A is the weight percent of ionomer in the polymer blend based on the total weight of the blend. 2. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin comprises linear low density polyethylene claim 1 , low density polyethylene claim 1 , high density polyethylene claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin comprises low density polyethylene or linear low density polyethylene.4. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the total amount of ionomer comprises at least 75 weight percent of the blend.5. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the metal used to neutralize the acrylic acid or methacrylic acid in the ionomer comprises Zn claim 1 , Na claim 1 , Li claim 1 , Ca claim 1 , K claim 1 , Mg claim 1 , Fe claim 1 , or Cu.6. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the melt index (I) of the polyolefin is less than 10 g/10 minutes.7. A multilayer structure comprising at least two layers claim 1 , each layer having opposing facial surfaces claim 1 , wherein:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', ...

Polymer compositions

AMINE CONTAINING INITIATOR SYSTEM FOR ANIONIC POLYMERIZATION

AMINE CONTAINING INITIATOR SYSTEM FOR ANIONIC POLYMERIZATION

Flexible Container

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container includes (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) a body seal inner edge (BSIE) with a bottom end and an opposing top end, (ii) a bottom tapered seal inner edge (b-TSIE) extending from the BSIE bottom end, and (iii) a top tapered seal inner edge (t-TSIE) extending from the BSIE top end. (C) The t-TSIE has a length that is at least 1.1 times greater than the length of the BSIE (in mm). 1. A flexible container comprising:A. a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel, the gusseted side panels adjoining the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber; (i) a body seal inner edge (BSIE) with a bottom end and an opposing top end,', '(ii) a bottom tapered seal inner edge (b-TSIE) extending from the BSIE bottom end;', '(iii) a top tapered seal inner edge (t-TSIE) extending from the BSIE top end; and, 'B. each peripheral seal having'}C. the t-TSIE has a length that is at least 1.1 times greater than the length of the BSIE (in mm);wherein each BSIE top end has a top point; anda plane containing all four BSIE top points defines a lower container volume, the lower container volume is at least 51% of the total volume of the flexible container.2. The flexible container of wherein the length of the t-TSIE is from 1.1 to 10 times greater than the length of the BSIE.3. The flexible container of wherein the flexible container comprises four BSIEs and each BSIE has a respective t-TSIE extending from the BSIE top end.4. (canceled)5. The flexible container of comprising a handle.6. The flexible container of comprising a top handle and a bottom handle.7. The flexible container of wherein the top handle is a stand-up top handle. ...

Flexible container

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container includes (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends, (ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal, and (iii) a corner arc where each tapered seal inner edge extends from a respective ABSIE end. (C) The flexible container includes at least one corner arc having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm.

PROCESS FOR PREPARING POLYMERS BY ANIONIC POLYMERIZATION

COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME, AND ARTICLES PREPARED FROM THE SAME

composição e composição reticulada uma composição compreendendo pelo menos os seguintes componentes: (a) uma primeira composição compreendendo o seguinte: i) um primeiro polímero compreendendo, na forma polimerizada, etileno, uma <244>-olefina e um polieno não conjugado; ii) um segundo interpolímero compreendendo, na forma polimerizada, etileno, uma <244>-olefina e um polieno não conjugado; e em que a primeira composição tem uma dpm inferior a, ou igual a, 3, 5, uma viscosidade de mooney (ml (1+4 a 125° c) superior a, ou igual a, 80, e um [ml (1+4 a 125° c) /pm (conv)] *1000 superior a 0,429 mole/g; (b) um polímero termoplástico; e (c) um agente de vulcanização, é proporcionada. uma composição reticulada produzida através do aquecimento de uma ou mais composições da invenção é também proporcionada. artigos produzidos a partir de uma ou mais das composições da invenção são também proporcionados. composition and cross-linked composition a composition comprising at least the following components: (a) a first composition comprising the following: i) a first polymer comprising, in the polymerized form, ethylene, a β-olefin and an unconjugated polyene; ii) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, a β-olefin and an unconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has a dpm of less than or equal to 3, 5, a mooney viscosity (ml (1 + 4 at 125 ° C) greater than or equal to 80, and a [ml (1 +4 to 125 ° C) / pm (conv)] * 1000 greater than 0.429 mol / g, (b) a thermoplastic polymer, and (c) a vulcanizing agent, there is provided a cross-linked composition produced by heating a or more compositions of the invention is also provided Articles made from one or more of the compositions of the invention are also provided.

POLYMER COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A LOW VISCOSITY, HOMOGENEOUSLY BRANCHED ETHYLENE/Alpha-OLEFIN EXTENDER

Compositions, multilayer films and articles formed from such compositions

Embodiments of the invention relate to compositions, multilayer films, and articles. In one aspect, a composition comprises: (a) an ionomer that is an acid copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid wherein a portion of acid groups in the acid copolymer are neutralized by metal ions and are carboxylate salts, and wherein the acid copolymer comprises from 5% to 30% by weight of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid before the acid groups are neutralized by metal ions; (b) an ethylene/unsaturated ester copolymer comprising ethylene vinyl acetate, ethylene acrylate, or a combination thereof; and (c) a propylene-based polymer comprising a copolymer of propylene and a comonomer comprising ethylene, butene, hexene, or octene wherein the propylene-based polymer has a molecular weight distribution (MWD) of less than 3.0 and a viscosity ratio (viscosity at 0.1 s-1/viscosity at 100 s-1) of greater than 7.0.

Polymer compositions comprising a low viscosity, homogeneously branched ethylene/alpha-olefin extender

RESINAS PAHESIVO COMO ADHESIVER MATLTICAPA AND ESTRUCTURAS MULTICAPA MULTICAPA COMPRENDEN

La presente proporciona resinas que pueden usarse como un adhesivo de coextrusión en una estructura multicapa, y a estructuras multicapa que comprenden uno o más adhesivos de coextrusión formados a partir de dichas resinas. En un aspecto, una resina para usar como adhesivo de coextrusión en una estructura multicapa comprende una poliolefina injertada con anhídrido maleico y un catalizador acido de Brønsted inorgánico. En algunos aspectos, el catalizador ácido de Brønsted inorgánico comprende bisulfato de sodio, fosfato monosódico, fosfato disódico, ácido fosfórico o combinaciones de estos.

CONJUNTO DE BOLSA EN CAJA

El conjunto de bolsa en caja incluye una caja y un recipiente flexible lleno de un material fluido. El recipiente flexible incluye un panel frontal, un panel posterior, y paneles laterales reforzados que se unen al panel frontal y el panel posterior a lo largo de sellos periféricos. Cada sello periférico tiene un borde interno de sello de cuerpo curvado (ABSIE) y un borde interno de sello convergente que se extiende desde cada extremo de un sello de cuerpo. EL ABSIE tiene un radio de curvatura de 1,0 mm. a 300,0 mm. El conjunto de bolsa en caja incluye un perímetro superior, un perímetro central y un perímetro inferior, así como una longitud de contacto total (ACL) en cada perímetro. Una ACL superior es de 50% a 90% del perímetro superior, una ACL central es de 5% a 50% del perímetro central y una ACL inferior es de 50% a 90% del perímetro inferior.

POLYMER BLENDS FOR USE IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THE SAME

The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of methyl acrylate and ethyl acrylate having an acrylate content of 5 to 40 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer and having a melt index (I 2 ) of 1 to 60 g/10 minutes, wherein the total amount of ethylene methyl acrylate copolymer and ethylene ethyl acrylate copolymer comprises 45 to 99 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and a polyolefin having a density of 0.870 g/cm 3 or more and having a melt index (I 2 ) of 20 g/10 minutes or less, wherein the polyolefin comprises 1 to 55 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend.

POLYOLEFINS AS FRAGRANCE DELIVERY VEHICLES

A fragrance release composition comprising: (a) a polyolefin comprising polymerized units of ethylene and at least one C-Calkene; and (b) a fragrance. 1. A composition comprising: (a) a polyolefin comprising 40 to 85 wt % polymerized units of ethylene and 15 to 60 wt % polymerized units of at least one C-Calkene; and (b) a fragrance.2. The composition of in which the polyolefin comprises 15 to 60 wt % polymerized units of a C-Calkene.3. The composition of in which the polyolefin comprises 40 to 80 wt % polymerized units of ethylene and 20 to 60 wt % polymerized units of at least one C-Calkene.4. The composition of in which the polyolefin has Mfrom 35 claim 3 ,000 to 170 claim 3 ,000.5. The composition of in which the polyolefin comprises 20 to 60 wt % polymerized units of 1-octene.6. The composition of in which the polyolefin has a melt index from 0.3 to 35.7. The composition of in which the polyolefin has a density from 0.8 to 0.91 g/cm.8. The composition of in which the polyolefin comprises 40 to 80 wt % polymerized units of ethylene and 20 to 60 wt % polymerized units of at least one C-Calkene.9. The composition of in which the polyolefin comprises 20 to 60 wt % polymerized units of 1-octene. This invention relates to a method for producing a vehicle for delivering fragrances and controlling their release.Use of polymers as vehicles for fragrance delivery is known. For example, CN102504385A discloses polymer resins used for this purpose, including ethylene-octene copolymer. However, this reference does not disclose the composition described herein.The problem solved by this invention is the need for improved vehicles for delivery of fragrances.The present invention provides a fragrance release composition; said composition comprising: (a) a polyolefin comprising 40 to 85 wt % polymerized units of ethylene and 15 to 60 wt % polymerized units at least one C-Calkene; and (b) a fragrance.Percentages are weight percentages (wt %) and temperatures are in ° C., unless ...

Resins for use as tie layer in multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising the same

The present invention provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure comprises a maleic anhydride grafted polyolefin, and an inorganic Br[psi]nsted acid catalyst. In some aspects, the inorganic Br[psi]nsted acid catalyst comprises sodium bisulfate, monosodium phosphate, disodium phosphate, phosphoric acid, or combinations thereof.

COMPOSITIONS OF THE BINDING LAYER AND MULTILAYER FILMS INCORPORATING SAME

Las formas de realización se refieren a una composición de la capa de unión que comprende polietileno funcionalizado, copolímero en bloque de estireno, polietileno base y co-estabilizantes antioxidantes, donde los co-estabilizantes antioxidantes comprenden al menos un depurador de oxígeno, al menos un depurador de radical libre peroxi y al menos un depurador de radicales libres alquilo. Las formas de realización adicionales se refieren a películas o láminas multicapas que incluyen la composición de la capa de unión.

Modified flexible EVOH for high performance films

The present invention relates to a film having a combination of good flexibility and excellent barrier properties. The film comprises at least one barrier layer. The barrier layer comprises at least 5 percent, by weight of the layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm3; and having a melt index (190° C./2.16 kg) of greater than 200 g/10 min. The barrier layer further comprises at least 60 percent, by weight of the layer, of an interpolymer derived from ethylene and vinyl alcohol monomer units.

Production of sulfonyl azide anhydride

The present disclosure provides a process for producing an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride and the resultant aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride composition. The process includes: (i) thio-acetoxylating an alkenyl carboxylic acid anhydride to form a thioacetate anhydride intermediate, (ii) oxy chlorinating the thioacetate anhydride intermediate to form a sulfonyl chlorideanhydride intermediate; and (iii) azidizing the sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate to form an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride.

ETHYLENE-BASED POLYMER COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED VISCOSITIES

The invention provides a composition comprising a first composition comprising the following: A) a first ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer that has a weight average molecular weight (Mw) greater than 90,000 g/mole and a MWD less than, or equal to 3, each as determined by conventional GPC; B) a second ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer; and wherein the first composition has a number average molecular weight (Mn) less than 10,000 g/mole, as determined by conventional GPC; and wherein the alpha-olefin of first interpolymer is the same as the alpha-olefin of the second interpolymer.

ALIPHATIC ANHYDRIDE SULFONILAZIDA FOR BONDING LAYER

La presente descripción proporciona una composición que contiene un polímero a base de olefina injertado con anhídrido alifático de sulfonamida. La presente descripción también proporciona una estructura multicapa. En una forma de realización, se proporciona una película multicapa e incluye: una capa (A) que comprende un polímero a base de olefina, una capa (B) que es una capa de unión que comprende un polímero a base de olefina injertado con anhídrido alifático de sulfonamida (SAA-g-PO); y una capa (C) que comprende un componente polar.

MODIFIED FLEXIBLE EVOH FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE FILMS

The present invention relates to a film having a combination of good flexibility and excellent barrier properties. The film comprises at least one barrier layer. The barrier layer comprises at least 5 percent, by weight of the layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm; and having a melt index (190° C./2.16 kg) of greater than 200 g/10 min. The barrier layer further comprises at least 60 percent, by weight of the layer, of an interpolymer derived from ethylene and vinyl alcohol monomer units. 1. A film comprising at least one barrier layer , said barrier layer comprising{'sup': '3', 'a. at least 5 percent, by weight of the layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm; and having a melt index (190° C./2.16 kg) of greater than 200 g/10 min; and'}b. at least 60 percent, by weight of the layer, of EVOH.2. The film of wherein the barrier layer further comprises one or more non-functionalized polyolefin resins.3. The film of wherein the barrier layer further comprises one or more oxygen scavengers.4. The film of wherein the functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has been functionalized with maleic anhydride.5. The film of wherein the ultra low density ethylene interpolymer has a melt index greater than 500.6. The film of wherein the barrier layer has a thickness in the range of from 1 to 5 microns.7. The film of wherein the film is a multilayer film.8. The film of wherein the film has a thickness in the range of from 15 to 400 microns.9. The film of wherein the film has a total thickness in the range of from 25 microns to 200 microns.10. The film of wherein the functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has one anhydride and/or carboxylic acid unit per polymeric molecule claim 1 , on average.11. The film of wherein the barrier layers ...

STÜTZSYSTEM ZUM BEFÜLLEN EINES FLEXIBLEN BEHÄLTERS

Die vorliegende Offenbarung stellt ein Stützsystem bereit. In einer Ausführungsform beinhaltet das Stützsystem eine obere Platte und eine Grundplatte. Die obere Platte und die Grundplatte weisen einen gemeinsamen Außenumfang auf. Das Stützsystem beinhaltet eine Stützstruktur. Die Stützstruktur stützt die obere Platte über der Grundplatte. Das Stützsystem beinhaltet ein Paar paralleler Schienen. Die parallelen Schienen erstrecken sich vom Außenumfang der oberen Platte bis zu einem geschlossenen Ende in einem Mittelabschnitt der oberen Platte. Das Paar paralleler Schienen definiert einen Kanal. Das Stützsystem beinhaltet einen Vorsprung an jeder jeweiligen Schiene. Jeder Vorsprung erstreckt sich spiegelbildlich zueinander in den Kanal. Die Vorsprünge befinden sich in einem Abstand von einer Fassungsbreite vom geschlossenen Ende entfernt. Die Vorsprünge und das geschlossene Ende definieren zusammen eine Befüllposition. Das Stützsystem beinhaltet eine Fassung für einen flexiblen Behälter im ...

ETHYLENE-BASED POLYMER COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED VISCOSITIES

The invention provides a composition comprising a first composition comprising the following: A) a first ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer that has a weight average molecular weight (Mw) greater than 90,000 g/mole and a MWD less than, or equal to 3, each as determined by conventional GPC; B) a second ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer; and wherein the first composition has a number average molecular weight (Mn) less than 10,000 g/mole, as determined by conventional GPC; and wherein the α-olefin of first interpolymer is the same as the α-olefin of the second interpolymer. 1. A composition comprising a first composition comprising the following:A) a first ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer that has a weight average molecular weight (Mw) greater than 90,000 g/mole and a MWD less than, or equal to 3, each as determined by conventional GPC;B) a second ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer; andwherein the first composition has a number average molecular weight (Mn) less than 10,000 g/mole as determined by conventional GPC; andwherein the α-olefin of first interpolymer is the same as the α-olefin of the second interpolymer.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the second ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer has a lower weight average molecular weight claim 1 , Mw claim 1 , as compared to the Mw of the first interpolymer.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the second ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer that has a weight average molecular weight less than 10 claim 1 ,000 g/mole and a MWD less than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , 3 claim 1 , each as determined from conventional GPC.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the first ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer and the second ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer are both ethylene/α-olefin/diene interpolymers.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the first interpolymer is an EPDM(1) claim 1 , and the second interpolymer is an EPDM(2).6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein components A and B comprises greater than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , 80 ...

PRODUCTION OF ANHYDRIDE SULFONILAZIDA

La presente descripción proporciona un proceso para producir un anhídrido de sulfonilazida alifático y la composición de anhídrido de sulfonilazida alifático resultante. El proceso incluye: (i) tio-acetoxilar un anhídrido de ácido alquenilcarboxílico para formar un intermediario de anhídrido de tioacetato, (ii) oxiclorar el intermediario de anhídrido de tioacetato para formar un intermediario de anhídrido de cloruro de sulfonilo; y (iii) azidizar el intermediario de anhídrido de cloruro de sulfonilo para formar un anhídrido de sulfonilazida alifático. Se provee además, una composición que comprende a dicho anhídrido.

POLYETHYLENE COMPOSITIONS HAVING REDUCED PLATE OUT, AND FILMS MADE THEREFROM HAVING REDUCED BLOOMING

The instant invention provides polyethylene compositions having reduced plate out, and films made therefrom having reduced blooming. The polyethylene composition suitable for film applications according to the present invention comprises the melt blending product of: (a) an ethylene based polymer; (b) a first antioxidant system comprising one or more antioxidants selected from the group consisting of Octadecyl-3-(3,5-di-tert.butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)-propionate; Pentaerythritol Tetrakis(3-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate); and combinations thereof; (c) a second antioxidant system comprising a liquid phosphite corresponding to the formula [4-(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]x[2,4-bis(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]3-x phosphate, wherein x = 0, 1, 2, 3, or combinations thereof; and (d) optionally one or more neutralizing agents.

Low gloss thermoformable flooring structure

A novel flooring composition was developed based on a blend comprising: a) an elastomer; b) a random propylene/alpha-olefin copolymer; c) a cross linking agent; and optionally d) a melt strength enhancing polymer. This composition achieves a unique balance of properties, exhibiting often-conflicting performance requirements. These include low gloss and excellent pattern duplication in embossing, low modulus, minimal odor, excellent grain acceptance and abrasion resistance, while remaining thermoformable and maintaining minimal shift in viscosity during recycle.

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Polymeren durch anionische Polymerisation.

Functionalized polymer compositions and films formed from the same

The invention provides a composition comprising at least the following: A) an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having the following properties: i) a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP, ii) a density from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cc; B) an ethylene-based polymer; and C) a polar polymer.

SISTEMA DE SOPORTE PARA LLENAR UN RECIPIENTE FLEXIBLE

La presente divulgación proporciona un sistema de soporte. En una forma de realización, el sistema de soporte incluye una placa superior y una placa base. La placa superior y la placa base tienen un perímetro externo común. El sistema de soporte incluye una estructura de soporte. La estructura de soporte soporta la placa superior sobre la placa base. El sistema de soporte incluye un par de rieles paralelos. Los rieles paralelos se extienden desde el perímetro externo de la placa superior hasta un extremo cerrado en una porción central de la placa superior. El par de rieles paralelos define un canal. El sistema de soporte incluye una protuberancia en cada riel respectivo. Cada protuberancia se extiende hacia el canal de manera espejada entre sí. Las protuberancias están ubicadas a una distancia de ancho del accesorio del extremo cerrado. Las protuberancias y el extremo cerrado definen conjuntamente una posición de llenado. El sistema de soporte incluye un accesorio para un recipiente flexible ...

METHODS FOR REDUCING THE POLAR ADDITIVES NECESSARY FOR USE IN POLYOLEFINS

Polymer compositions

A polymer composition comprising, based on the total weight of A), B), C) and D),A) from about 10 to 89.99 percent of a substantially random interpolymer comprising in polymerized form i) from about 35 to about 89.5 mole percent of one or more alpha-olefin monomers and ii) from about 65 to about 10.5 mole percent of one or more vinyl or vinylidene aromatic monomers and/or one or more sterically hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomers, and optionally iii) other polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomer(s);B) from about 10 to about 75 percent of one or more polyolefins selected from the group consisting of I) propylene polymers and II) high density polyethylenes; andC) from 0.01 to about 10 percent of a non-ionic lubricant; andD) from 0 to about 60 percent of a substantially random interpolymer comprising in polymerized form i) from about 50 to about 99.5 mole percent of one or more alpha-olefin monomers and ii) from about 50 to about 0.5 mole percent of one ...

POLYMER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME, AND ARTICLES PREPARED FROM THE SAME

The invention provides a composition comprising a first composition, which first composition comprises the following: A) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; B) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has an [(ML(1+4, 125° C.))/Mw(conv)]*1000 greater than 0.429 mole/g. The invention also provides a composition comprising a first composition, which first composition comprises the following: A) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; B) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has a Mooney Viscosity (ML, 1+4, 125° C.) greater than, or equal to, 70, and has a low shear viscosity (11 at 0.1 rad/sec) less than, or equal to, 100,000 Pa·sec. The invention also provides a composition comprising a first composition, which first composition comprises the following: A) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; B) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has a Mooney Viscosity (ML(1+4, 125° C.)) greater than, or equal to, 70, and has an [Mw(abs)]/[Mw(conv)] less than 1.2.

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Polymeren durch anionische Polymerisation.

Ethylene propylene-diene interpolymer composition

The present disclosure is directed to a composition and articles containing the composition. The composition includes an ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer (EPDM) having a rheology ratio greater than 33. The EPDM also has a molecular weight distribution greater than 3.0. The composition has a dissipation factor less than or equal to 0.01 radians as measured in accordance with ASTM D 150 (130° C., 60 Hz).

BLOCK COMPOSITES IN THERMOPLASTIC VULCANIZATE APPLICATIONS

Embodiments of the invention provide block composites and their use in thermoplastic vulcanizate compounds.

Amine, einen Initiator für die anionische Polymerisation enthaltend.

A MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND A PACKAGING COMPRISING THE SAME

A multilayer structure comprising a maleic anhydride functionalized polyolefin layer applied to a metal containing layer is provided. Further provided is a packaging comprising the multilayer structure.

Functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Polymer compositions, methods of making the same, and articles prepared from the same

The invention provides a composition comprising a first composition, which first composition comprises the following: A) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; B) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has at least one of the following features: a) an [(ML(1+4, 125° C.))/Mw(conv)]*1000 greater than 0.429 mole/g; b) a Mooney Viscosity (ML, 1+4, 125° C.) greater than, or equal to, 70, and has a low shear viscosity (η at 0.1 rad/sec) less than, or equal to, 100,000 Pa·sec; and c) a Mooney Viscosity (ML(1+4, 125° C.)) greater than, or equal to, 70, and has an [Mw(abs)]/[Mw(conv)] less than 1.2.

FLEXIBLE CONTAINER

La presente descripción proporciona un contenedor flexible. En una forma de realización, el contenedor flexible incluye (A) un panel frontal, un panel posterior, un primer panel lateral acartelado, y un segundo panel lateral acartelado. Los paneles laterales acartelados se unen al panel frontal y al panel posterior a lo largo de sellos periféricos para formar una cámara. (B) Cada sello periférico tiene (i) un borde interior de sello de cuerpo arqueado (ABSIE) con extremos opuestos, (ii) un borde interior de sello ahusado (TSIE) que se extiende desde cada extremo del sello de cuerpo, y (iii) un arco esquinero donde cada borde interior de sello ahusado se extiende desde un respectivo extremo de ABSIE. (C) El contenedor flexible incluye por lo menos un arco esquinero que tiene un radio de curvatura, Rc, de 1,0 mm a 300,0 mm.

Polymer compositions comprising a low-viscosity, homogeneously branched ethylene -olefin extender

A thermoplastic composition is described that comprises (i) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one thermoplastic copolymer, for example, styrene block copolymers, and (ii) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one homogeneously branched ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, for example ethylene/1-octene, having a density of less than or equal to 0.899 g/cc and a Brookfield viscosity of greater than 500 cP (350° F.).

MIXTURES OF POLYMERS FOR USE IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THEM

La presente proporciona mezclas de polímeros que se pueden usar en una estructura multicapa y estructuras multicapa que comprenden una o más capas formadas por esas mezclas. En un aspecto, una mezcla de polímeros comprende un copolímero que comprende etileno y al menos uno de acrilato de metilo y acrilato de etilo, que tiene un contenido de acrilato de 5 a 40% en peso en función del peso del copolímero, y que tiene un índice de fusión (I₂) de 1 a 60 g/10 minutos, en donde la cantidad total de copolímero de etileno y acrilato de metilo y de copolímero de etileno y acrilato de etilo comprende 45 a 99% en peso de la mezcla en función del peso total de la mezcla, y una poliolefina que tiene una densidad de 0,870 g/cm³ o más y que tiene un índice de fusión (I₂) de 20 g/10 minutos o menos, en donde la poliolefina comprende 1 a 55% en peso de la mezcla en función del peso total de la mezcla.

Tie layer compositions and multilayer films incorporating same

Embodiments are directed to a tie layer composition comprising functionalized polyethylene, styrene block copolymer, base polyethylene, and antioxidant co-stabilizers, wherein the antioxidant co-stabilizers comprise at least one oxygen scavenger, at least one peroxy free radical scavenger, and at least one alkyl free radical scavenger. Further embodiments are directed to multilayer films or sheets which include the tie layer composition.

Self-recyclable barrier packaging

A multi-layer structure comprising: a) at least one layer comprising a polyolefin component comprising i) 60 to 94 weight percent of a first component selected from the group consisting of ethylene homopolymer, ethylene copolymer, polypropylene homopolymer, polypropylene copolymer, and combinations thereof ii) 0-35 weight percent of a functional polymer component, and iii) 1-35 weight percent of a compatibilizer component comprising an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP and a density from 0.855 to 0.94 g/cc; b) at least one tie layer comprising maleic-anhydride grafted polymer with a melt index of less than 50 dg/min, wherein the tie layer does not contain the compatibilizer component; and c) at least one polar layer comprising a polar polymer, is disclosed.

Functionalized ethylene/-olefin interpolymer compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

BLOCK POLYMER HAVING NARROW MOLECULAR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION AND ITS PRODUCTION

PURPOSE: To obtain a block polymer having specific narrow mol.wt. distribution by polymerizing butadiene, isoprene and styrene monomers by the use of a difunctional Li initiator in the presence of an aliphatic triamine under an anion polymerization condition. CONSTITUTION: When butadiene, isoprene and styrene monomers are polymerized by the use of a difunctional Li initiator under an anion polymerization condition, an amt. of butadiene to be polymerized is 1-25% by wt. of all of dienes and butadiene is polymerized before isoprene is polymerized and polymerization is executed in the presence of an aliphatic triamine to produce a block polymer narrow in mol.wt. distribution represented by formula I or II (wherein A is a block of a non-elastomeric monomer, B is an isoprene block, B' is a butadiene block and X is a residue of a hydrocarbon soluble difunctional Li initiator) having mol.wt. distribution (Mw/Mn) of below 1.06. As the above-mentioned initiator, there is 1,3-phenylene-bis(3-methyl ...

Support System for Filling a Flexible Container

The present disclosure provides a support system. In an embodiment, the support system includes a top plate and a base plate. The top plate and the base plate have a common outer perimeter. The support system includes a support structure. The support structure supports the top plate above the base plate. The support system includes a pair of parallel rails. The parallel rails extend from the top plate outer perimeter to a closed end at a center portion of the top plate. The pair of parallel rails defines a channel. The support system includes a protrusion on each respective rail. Each protrusion extends into the channel in mirror-image relation to each other. The protrusions are located a fitment width distance away from the closed end. The protrusions and the closed end together define a filling position. The support system includes a fitment for a flexible container in the channel. 1. A support system comprising:a top plate;a base plate, the top plate and the base plate having a common outer perimeter;a support structure, the support structure supporting the top plate above the base plate;a pair of parallel rails extending from the top plate outer perimeter to a closed end at a center portion of the top plate, the pair of parallel rails defining a channel;a protrusion on each respective rail, each protrusion extending into the channel in mirror-image relation to each other, the protrusions located a fitment width distance away from the closed end, the protrusions and the closed end together defining a filling position; anda fitment for a flexible container in the channel.2. The support system of wherein the support structure comprises a plurality of spaced-apart vertical beams adjoining a first side of the top plate with a corresponding first side of the base plate.3. The support of system of wherein the support structure comprises a vertical wall claim 1 , the vertical wall adjoining a first side of the top plate with a corresponding first side of the base plate. ...

Polymer blends for use in multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising the same

The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of methyl acrylate and ethyl acrylate having an acrylate content of 5 to 40 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer and having a melt index (I2) of 1 to 60 g/10 minutes, wherein the total amount of ethylene methyl acrylate copolymer and ethylene ethyl acrylate copolymer comprises 45 to 99 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and a polyolefin having a density of 0.870 g/cm3 or more and having a melt index (I2) of 20 g/10 minutes or less, wherein the polyolefin comprises 1 to 55 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend.

BLOCK COPOLYMER LATEX

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an aqueous dispersion which is capable of forming a coherent, elastomeric solid film demonstrating a high tensile strength at break. SOLUTION: This aqueous dispersion contains (a) a specific block copolymer A-B-Xm-(B-A)n or ABA, (b) water and (c) an optional diluent for the block copolymer compatible with B-block, and (d) a surfactant in an amount sufficient for emulsifying (a) and (c) in water and for required characteristics to be exhibited by a film formed from the emulsion. COPYRIGHT: (C)2003,JPO ...

Functionalized ethylene/-olefin interpolymer compositions

Films containing functional ethylene-based polymer composition

The invention provides a film comprising at least two layers, a first layer and a second layer; and wherein the first layer is formed from a first composition comprising a polyester, a polylactic acid, or a combination thereof; and wherein the second layer is formed from a second composition comprising at least the following: A) functionalized ethylene-based polymer, and B) ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer; and wherein the first layer is adjacent to the second layer.

BICOMPONENT FIBER AND POLYMER COMPOSITION THEREOF

The present disclosure provides for a bicomponent fiber that includes a first region formed of a condensation polymer and a second region formed from a polyethylene blend. The polyethylene blend includes (i) an ethylene-based polymer having a density of 0.920 g/cm3 to 0.970 g/cm3 and a melt index, I2, as determined by ASTM D1238 at 190° C. and 2.16 kg of 0.5 to 150 g/10 minutes; (ii) a maleic anhydride -grafted polyethylene; and (iii) an inorganic Brønsted-Lowry acid having an acid strength pKa value at 25° C. of 1 to 6.5, wherein the polyethylene blend has a 0.03 to 0.5 weight percent of grafted maleic anhydride based on the total weight of the polyethylene blend. The first region is a core region of the bicomponent fiber and the second region is a sheath region of the bicomponent fiber, where the sheath region surrounds the core region.

Crosslinked compositions and articles prepared therefrom

The invention provides a crosslinked composition formed by thermally treating a composition comprising at least the following: A) an ethylene-based polymer that has a density less than, or equal to, 0.910 g/cc; B) an olefin-based polymer that has a melt viscosity less than, or equal to, 20,000 cP, at 350° F.; and C) a crosslinking agent.

CONTENEDOR FLEXIBLE CON BOMBA DISPENSADORA

La presente divulgación proporciona un contenedor flexible. En una forma de realización, el contenedor flexible incluye (A) cuatro paneles, cada panel que comprende una película multicapa flexible. La película multicapa flexible se compone de un material polimérico. Los cuatro paneles forman (i) un cuerpo, (ii) cuello y (iii) un asa. El asa tiene una porción del asa superior y un par de patas separadas. Las patas se extienden desde la porción del asa superior hasta el cuerpo en los lados opuestos del cuerpo. El contenedor flexible incluye (B) un accesorio sellado al cuello. El contenedor flexible incluye (C) una bomba dispensadora unida al accesorio.

Ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer composition

The present disclosure is directed to a composition and articles containing the composition. The composition includes an ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer (EPDM) having a rheology ratio greater than 33. The EPDM also has a molecular weight distribution greater than 3.0. The composition has a dissipation factor less than or equal to 0.01 radians as measured in accordance with ASTM D 150 (130 DEG C, 60 Hz).

Resins for use as tie layer in multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising the same

The present invention provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures including one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure that includes a high density polyethylene having a density greater than 0.960 g/cm3, wherein the high density polyethylene includes 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin, a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene includes 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin, and a catalyst including at least one Lewis acid.

FUNCTIONALIZED ETHYLENE/ALPHA-OLEFIN INTERPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties. 1. A composition comprising:a multi-block interpolymer that comprises, in polymerized form, at least 50 mole percent ethylene, and one or more copolymerizable comonomers, the multi-block interpolymer havinga comonomer content of a TREF fraction which elutes between 40° C. and 130° C. greater than or equal to the quantity (−0.2013)T+20.07 where T is the numerical value of the peak elution temperature of the TREF fraction being compared, measure in ° C.; andwherein the multi-block interpolymer is functionalized with at least one compound selected from the group consisting of radically graftable unsaturated compounds containing at least one heteroatom.2. The composition of wherein the comonomer content of a TREF fraction which elutes between 40° C. and 130° C. greater than or equal to the quantity (−0.2013)T+21.07 where T is the numerical value of the peak is elution temperature of the TREF fraction being compared claim 1 , measure in ° C.3. The composition of wherein the comonomer content of the TREF fraction elutes between 60° C. and 95° C.4. The composition of wherein the multi-block interpolymer has a density from 0.855 g/cc to 0.935 g/cc.5. The composition of wherein the multi-block interpolymer has a melt temperature claim 1 , Tm claim 1 , from 113° C. to 125° C.6. The composition of wherein the multi-block interpolymer has an Mw/Mn from 1.7 to 3.5.7. The composition of wherein the multi-block interpolymer has an I/Ifrom 6.0 to 9.1.8. The composition of wherein the multi-block interpolymer comprises hard blocks and soft blocks ...

CROSSLINKED COMPOSITIONS AND ARTICLES PREPARED THEREFROM

The invention provides a crosslinked composition formed by thermally treating a composition comprising at least the following: A) an ethylene-based polymer that has a density less than, or equal to, 0.910 g/cc; B) an olefin-based polymer that has a melt viscosity less than, or equal to, 20,000 cP, at 350° F.; and C) a crosslinking agent. 1. A crosslinked composition formed by thermally treating a composition comprising at least the following:A) an ethylene-based polymer that has a density less than, or equal to, 0.910 g/cc;B) an olefin-based polymer that has a melt viscosity less than, or equal to, 20,000 cP, at 350° F.; andC) a crosslinking agent.2. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein Component A is present in an amount from 50 to 98 weight percent claim 1 , and Component B is present in an amount from 2 to 50 weight percent claim 1 , and wherein the weight percentages of Components A and B are each based on the sum weight of Components A and B.3. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based polymer of Component A is an ethylene/α-olefin/diene interpolymer.4. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition has an ultimate tensile strength greater than 12 MPa claim 1 , an ultimate elongation greater than 100 percent claim 1 , and a Shore A hardness greater than 60.5. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein the olefin-based polymer of Component B has a melting temperature (Tm) greater than 40° C. claim 1 , as determined by DSC.6. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein the olefin-based polymer of Component B has a melting temperature (Tm) less than 100° C. claim 1 , as determined by DSC.7. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein Component B is present in an amount from 2 to 40 weight percent claim 1 , based on the sum weight of Components A and B.8. The crosslinked composition of claim 1 , wherein the olefin-based polymer of Component B has a molecular weight distribution (Mw/Mn) from 1.2 ...

POLYETHYLENE COMPOSITIONS HAVING REDUCED PLATE OUT, AND FILMS MADE THEREFROM HAVING REDUCED BLOOMING

The instant invention provides polyethylene compositions having reduced plate out, and films made therefrom having reduced blooming. The polyethylene composition suitable for film applications according to the present invention comprises the melt blending product of: (a) an ethylene based polymer; (b) a first antioxidant system comprising one or more antioxidants selected from the group consisting of Octadecyl-3-(3,5-di-tert.butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)-propionate; Pentaerythritol Tetrakis (3-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate); and combinations thereof; (c) a second antioxidant system comprising a liquid phosphite corresponding to the formula [4-(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]x[2,4-bis(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]3-x phosphate, wherein x=0, 1, 2, 3, or combinations thereof; and (d) optionally one or more neutralizing agents. 1. A polyethylene composition suitable for film applications comprising the melt blending product of:an ethylene based polymer;a first antioxidant system comprising one or more antioxidants selected from the group consisting of Octadecyl-3-(3,5-di-tert.butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)-propionate; Pentaerythritol Tetrakis (3-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate); and combinations thereof;a second antioxidant system comprising a liquid phosphite corresponding to the formula [4-(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]x[2,4-bis(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]3-x phosphate, wherein x=0, 1, 2, 3, or combinations thereof; andoptionally one or more neutralizing agents.2. The polyethylene composition suitable for film applications according to claim 1 , wherein when said polyethylene composition is cast extruded into a film claim 1 , said polyethylene composition plates out a total phosphite and oxidized phosphite residue mass of less than or equal to 10 claim 1 ,000 micrograms on the film extruder chill roll.3. The polyethylene composition suitable for film applications according to claim 1 , wherein when said polyethylene composition is cast extruded into a film claim 1 ...

Compositions, Methods of Making the Same, and Articles Prepared from the Same

A composition comprising at least the following components: (A) a first composition comprising the following: i) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin, and a nonconjugated polyene; ii) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has an MWD less than, or equal to, 3.5, a Mooney Viscosity (ML (1+4 @125° C.)) greater than, or equal to, 80, and an [(ML(1+4 @125° C.))/Mw(conv)]*1000 greater than 0.429 mole/g; (B) a thermoplastic polymer; and (C) a vulcanization agent is provided. A crosslinked composition made by heating one or more of the inventive compositions is also provided. Articles made from one or more of the inventive compositions are also provided. 1. A composition comprising at least the following components: i) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin, and a nonconjungated polyene;', 'ii) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjungated polyene; and, '(A) a first composition comprising the followingwherein the first composition has an MWD less than, or equal to 3.5, a Mooney Viscosity (ML (1+4, 125° C.)) greater than, or equal to, 80, and an [(ML 1+4, 125° C.))Mw(conv)]*1000 greater than 0.429 mole/g;(B) a thermoplastic polymer; and(C) a vulcanization agent; selected from the group consisting of polypropylene hompolymers, propylene/ethylene copolymers, propylene/α-olefin copolymers and combinations thereof.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the first composition has a Mooney Viscosity ML (1+4 claim 1 , 125° C.)) from 80 to 200.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the first composition comprises greater than or equal to 65 wt % ethylene claim 1 , based on the total weight of the first composition claim 1 , as measured by FTIR.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the first composition has an overall ...

Sulfonylazide Derivative for Tie Layer

The present disclosure provides a multilayer film. In an embodiment, a multilayer film is provided and includes: a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer; a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide derivative grafted olefin-based polymer (SD-g-PO); and a layer (C) comprising a polar component. 1. A multilayer film comprising:a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer;a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide derivative grafted olefin-based polymer (SD-g-PO); anda layer (C) comprising a polar component.5. The multilayer film of wherein Y is O.6. The multilayer film of wherein the layer (A) comprises an ethylene/alpha-olefin copolymer;the layer (B) comprises sulfonamide phthalic anhydride (SPA) grafted ethylene-based polymer (SPA-g-PE);the layer (C) comprises a nylon; andthe multilayer film has a peel strength from 538 N/m to 813 N/m as measured in accordance with the T-Peel test.7. A multilayer film comprising:a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer;a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide derivative grafted olefin-based polymer (SD-g-PO);a layer (C) comprising a polar component;a layer (D) that is a tie layer, the layer (D) comprising the SD-g-PO;a layer (E) comprising an olefin-based polymer; andthe multilayer film has the structure A/B/C/D/E.9. The multilayer film of whereinthe layer (A) comprises an ethylene/alpha-olefin copolymer;the layer (B) comprises sulfonamide phthalic anhydride grafted ethylene-based polymer (SPA-g-PE);the layer (C) comprises a nylon or an ethylene/vinyl alcohol (EVOH) copolymer;the layer (D) comprises sulfonamide phthalic anhydride grafted ethylene-based polymer (SPA-g-PE); andthe layer (E) comprises an ethylene/alpha-olefin copolymer.10. The multilayer film of wherein the film is a blown film and the blown film has a peel strength from 500 N/m to 1100 N/m.11. A process comprising:melt blending a polyolefin and a sulfonyl azide derivative at a temperature greater than or equal ...

RESINS FOR USE AS TIE LAYER IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THE SAME

The present invention provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure comprises a maleic anhydride grafted polyolefin, and an inorganic Brønsted acid catalyst. In some aspects, the inorganic Brønsted acid catalyst comprises sodium bisulfate, monosodium phosphate, disodium phosphate, phosphoric acid, or combinations thereof. 1. A resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure , the resin comprising:a maleic anhydride grafted polyolefin; andan inorganic Brønsted acid catalyst.2. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the inorganic Brønsted acid catalyst comprises sodium bisulfate claim 1 , monosodium phosphate claim 1 , disodium phosphate claim 1 , phosphoric acid claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The resin of claim 1 , further comprising a polyolefin.4. The resin of claim 3 , wherein the polyolefin is polyethylene.5. The resin of claim 3 , wherein the resin comprises 50 to 10 claim 3 ,000 ppm of the catalyst based on the total weight of the resin.6. The resin of any claim 1 , further comprising stearic acid.7. The resin of claim 6 , wherein the resin comprises 100 to 1000 ppm stearic acid based on the total weight of the resin.8. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the maleic anhydride grafted polyolefin is maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene having a density of 0.865 to 0.970 g/cmand a grafted maleic anhydride level of 0.01 and 2.4 wt % maleic anhydride based on the weight of the maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene.9. A multilayer structure comprising at least three layers claim 1 , each layer having opposing facial surfaces and arranged in the order A/B/C claim 1 , wherein:Layer A comprises polyolefin;Layer B comprises a blend of a second polyolefin, a maleic anhydride grafted polyolefin, and an inorganic Brønsted acid catalyst, wherein Layer B comprises 50 to 2000 ppm of the ...

BICOMPONENT FIBER AND POLYMER COMPOSITION THEREOF

The present disclosure provides for a bicomponent fiber that includes a first region formed of a condensation polymer and a second region formed from a polypropylene blend. The polypropylene blend includes (i) a propylene-based polymer having a density of 0.895 g/cmto 0.920 g/cmand a melt index, I, as determined by ASTM D1238 at 230° C. and 2.16 kg of 0.5 to 150 g/10 minutes; (ii) a maleic anhydride-grafted polypropylene; and (iii) an inorganic Brønsted-Lowry acid having an acid strength pKa value at 25° C. of 1 to 6.5, wherein the polypropylene blend has a 0.03 to 0.3 weight percent of grafted maleic anhydride based on the total weight of the polypropylene blend. The first region is a core region of the bicomponent fiber and the second region is a sheath region of the bicomponent fiber, where the sheath region surrounds the core region. 1. A bicomponent fiber , comprising:a first region formed of a condensation polymer; anda second region formed from a polypropylene blend of:{'sup': 3', '3, 'sub': '2', '(i) a propylene-based polymer having a density of 0.895 g/cmto 0.920 g/cmand a melt index, I, as determined by ASTM D1238 at 230° C. and 2.16 kg of 0.5 to 150 g/10 minutes;'}(ii) a maleic anhydride-grafted polypropylene; and(iii) an inorganic Brønsted-Lowry acid having an acid strength pKa value at 25° C. of 1 to 6.5, wherein the polypropylene blend has a 0.03 to 0.3 weight percent of grafted maleic anhydride based on the total weight of the polypropylene blend.2. The bicomponent fiber of claim 1 , wherein the first region is a core region of the bicomponent fiber and the second region is a sheath region of the bicomponent fiber claim 1 , where the sheath region surrounds the core region.3. The biocomponent fiber of claim 1 , wherein the condensation polymer is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene terephthalate claim 1 , polyethylene terephthalate glycol-modified claim 1 , polybutylene terephthalate claim 1 , polylactic acid claim 1 , polytrimethylene ...

Flexible Container

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container include (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to from a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends, (ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal. (C) The flexible container includes at least one ABSIE having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm. 1. A flexible container comprising:A. a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel, the gusseted side panels adjoining the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber; (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends,', '(ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal;, 'B. each peripheral seal having'}C. the flexible container comprises at least one ABSIE having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm;D. wherein each ABSIE has a peak arc point; anda plane through all four of the peak arc points defines a lower chamber volume that is greater than 50% of the total volume to the container.2. The flexible container of wherein the flexible container has an aspect ratio from 1:1 to 3:1.3. The flexible container of wherein the flexible container comprises four ABSIEs claim 1 , each ABSIE having a Rc from 3.0 mm to 100.0 mm.4. The flexible container of wherein each ABSIE has an Rc from 3.0 mm to 100.0 mm and an aspect ratio from 1.2 to 3.0.5. The flexible container of wherein the flexible container has a volume from 0.5 L to 30.0 L.6. The flexible container of comprising a bottom apex and an overseal in the apex.7. The flexible container of comprising a handle.8. The flexible container of comprising a top handle and a bottom handle.9. The flexible container of ...

POLYMER BLENDS FOR USE IN LAMINATES, LAMINATES, AND ARTICLES

The present invention provides polymer blends, to laminates comprising one or more layers formed from such blends, and to articles. In one aspect, a polymer blend (a) a terpolymer comprising ethylene, alkyl acrylate, and glycidyl methacrylate, having a methyl acrylate content of 5 to 30 weight percent based on the weight of the terpolymer and having a glycidyl methacrylate content of 1 to 10 weight percent based on the weight of the terpolymer, wherein the amount of terpolymer (a) comprises 10 to 50 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and wherein the alkyl acrylate is methyl acrylate or butyl acrylate; and (b) a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of methyl acrylate and ethyl acrylate having an acrylate content of 5 to 30 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer, wherein the amount of copolymer (b) comprises 50 to 90 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, wherein the amount of terpolymer (a) and copolymer (b) is at least 80 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend. 2. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the alkyl acrylate in terpolymer (a) is methyl acrylate.3. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein the melt index (I) ratio of terpolymer (a) to copolymer (b) (Iof terpolymer (a)/Iof copolymer (b)) is greater than 2.4. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein copolymer (b) comprises ethylene and ethyl acrylate and wherein the polymer blend comprises 4 to 30 weight percent methyl acrylate claim 1 , less than 13 weight percent ethyl acrylate claim 1 , and less than 3 weight percent glycidyl methacrylate claim 1 , each based on the total weight of the polymer blend.5. The polymer blend of claim 1 , wherein copolymer (b) comprises ethylene and methyl acrylate and wherein the polymer blend comprises 4 to 30 weight percent methyl acrylate claim 1 , less than 13 weight percent ethyl acrylate claim 1 , and less than 3 weight percent glycidyl methacrylate claim 1 , ...

Flexible Container

The present disclosure provides a flexible container. In an embodiment, the flexible container includes (A) a front panel, a rear panel, a first gusseted side panel, and a second gusseted side panel. The gusseted side panels adjoin the front panel and the rear panel along peripheral seals to form a chamber. (B) Each peripheral seal has (i) an arcuate body seal inner edge (ABSIE) with opposing ends, (ii) a tapered seal inner edge (TSIE) extending from each end of the body seal, and (iii) a corner arc where each tapered seal inner edge extends from a respective ABSIE end. (C) The flexible container includes at least one corner arc having a radius of curvature, Rc, from 1.0 mm to 300.0 mm.

RESINS FOR USE AS TIE LAYER IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THE SAME

The present invention provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure that comprises a high density polyethylene having a density greater than 0.960 g/cm3, wherein the high density polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin, a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin, and a catalyst comprising at least one Lewis acid. 1. A resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure , the resin comprising:{'sup': '3', 'a high density polyethylene having a density greater than 0.960 g/cm, wherein the high density polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin;'}a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin; anda catalyst comprising at least one Lewis acid, wherein the catalyst comprises a metal triflate, a metal chloride, a metal bromide, a metal tetrafluoroborate, or combinations thereof.2. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the resin further comprises a nucleator.3. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the high density polyethylene has a density greater than 0.962 g/cm.4. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene has a density greater than 0.962 g/cmand a grafted maleic anhydride level of 0.1 and 2.0 wt % maleic anhydride based on the weight of the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene.5. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the high density polyethylene comprises 70 to 95 weight percent of the resin.6. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene comprises 5 to 30 weight percent of the resin.7. (canceled)8. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the ...

MULTI-LAYER FILMS AND ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM

A multilayer film comprising a first layer comprising from greater than 0 to 100 percent by weight of an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer composition (LLDPE), based on the total weight of the film composition; and a second layer comprising at least 5 percent by weight of the second layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm; and having a melt index (190° C./2.16 kg) of greater than 200 g/10 min; and from 60 to 95 percent, by weight of the second layer, of EVOH is provided. 1. A multilayer film comprising: {'sup': '3', 'sub': '2', 'from greater than 0 to 100 percent by weight of the first layer of an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer composition (LLDPE), based on the total weight of the film composition, having a Comonomer Distribution Constant (CDC) in the range of from 75 to 200; a zero shear viscosity ratio (ZSVR) of at least 2; a density in the range of from 0.865 to 0.930 g/cm, a melt index (I) in a range of from 0.1 to 5 g/10 minutes, less than 120 total unsaturation units/1,000,000 carbons, and long chain branching frequency in the range of 0.01 to 3 long chain branches (LCB) per 1000 carbons; and'}, '(1) a first layer comprising'} {'sup': '3', 'from 5 to 40 percent, by weight of the second layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm; and having a melt index (190° C./2.16 kg) of greater than 200 g/10 min; and from 60 to 95 percent, by weight of the second layer, of EVOH.'}, '(2) a second layer comprising2. The multilayer film according to further comprising at least one tie layer between the first and second layer.3. The multilayer film according to claim 1 , wherein the second layer represents from 2 to 15% of a total thickness of the multilayer film.4. The multilayer film according to claim 1 , wherein the first layer further comprises from 25 to ...

Aliphatic Sulfonyl Azide Anhydride for Tie Layer

The present disclosure provides a composition containing a sulfonamide aliphatic anhydride grafted olefin-based polymer. The present disclosure also provides a multilayer structure. In an embodiment, a multilayer film is provided and includes: a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer; a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide aliphatic anhydride grafted olefin-based polymer (SAA-g-PO); and a layer (C) comprising a polar component. 2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the Rand the Rgroups form an unsubstituted C-Chydrocarbonyl group ring structure.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein{'sup': '2', 'Ris hydrogen; and'}{'sup': 1', '3, 'sub': 3', '8, 'the Rand the Rgroups form an unsubstituted C-Chydrocarbonyl group ring structure.'}5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein Rand Reach is hydrogen; and Ris an unsubstituted C-Chydrocarbonyl group.6. The composition of claim 5 , wherein the sulfonamide aliphatic anhydride is sulfonamide 3-(2 claim 5 ,5-dioxotetrahydrofuran-3-yl)-2-methylpropane grafted polyolefin.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the olefin-based polymer is an ethylene-based polymer.9. A multilayer film comprising:a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer;a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide aliphatic anhydride grafted olefin-based polymer (SAA-g-PO); anda layer (C) comprising a polar component.13. A multilayer film comprising:a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer;a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide aliphatic anhydride grafted olefin-based polymer (SAA-g-PO);a layer (C) comprising a polar component;a layer (D) that is a tie layer, the layer (D) comprising the SAA-g-PO;a layer (E) comprising an olefin-based polymer; andthe multilayer film has the structure A/B/C/D/E.15. The multilayer film of claim 13 , whereinthe layer (A) comprises a polyethylene;the layer (B) comprises a sulfonamide endo-cis-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride grafted polyethylene or a ...

MULTILAYERED POLYOLEFIN-BASED FILMS

Disclosed are multilayer structures comprising a polyolefin layer, a tie layer and a barrier layer wherein the tie layer is a formulation comprising a crystalline block copolymer composite (CBC) comprising i) an ethylene polymer (EP) comprising at least 90 mol % polymerized ethylene; ii) an alpha-olefin-based crystalline polymer (CAOP) and iii) a block copolymer comprising (a) an ethylene polymer block comprising at least 90 mol % polymerized ethylene and (b) a crystalline alpha-olefin block (CAOB). 1. A multilayer structure comprising a polyolefin layer which is Layer A , a tie layer which is Layer B , and a barrier layer which is Layer C , each layer having opposing facial surfaces in adhering contact with the other layer , wherein:Layer A has a top facial surface and a bottom facial surface and comprises polypropylene; [ i) an ethylene polymer (EP) comprising at least 90 mol % polymerized ethylene;', 'ii) an alpha-olefin-based crystalline polymer (CAOP) and', 'iii) a block copolymer comprising (a) an ethylene polymer block comprising at least 90 mol % polymerized ethylene and (b) a crystalline alpha-olefin block (CAOB);, 'a) a crystalline block copolymer composite (CBC) comprising, 'b) optionally, a polyolefin elastomer;', 'c) maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene (MAH-g-PE) or maleic anhydride grafted polypropylene (MAH-g-PP); and, optionally,', 'd) polypropylene or polyethylene; and,, 'Layer B has a top facial surface and a bottom facial surface and comprisesLayer C comprises a polyamide (PA) or ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and has a top facial layer and a bottom facial surface, the top facial surface of Layer C being in adhering contact with the bottom facial surface of Layer B.2. The multilayer structure of wherein Layer B further comprises a polyolefin elastomer.3. The multilayer structure of wherein Layer B further comprises a polypropylene.4. The multilayer structure of wherein Layer B further comprises a polyethylene.5. The multilayer structure of ...

FUNCTIONALIZED POLYMER COMPOSITIONS AND FILMS FORMED FROM THE SAME

The invention provides a composition comprising at least the following: A) an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having the following properties: i) a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP, ii) a density from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cc; B) an ethylene-based polymer; and C) a polar polymer. 1. A composition comprising at least the following: i) a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP,', 'ii) a density from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cc;, 'A) an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having the following propertiesB) an ethylene-based polymer; andC) a polar polymer.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has i) a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , 50 claim 1 ,000 cP.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polar polymer is selected from an ethylene vinyl alcohol polymer claim 1 , a polyamide claim 1 , a polyester claim 1 , a polyester glycol claim 1 , or combinations thereof.4. The composition of claim 3 , wherein the polar polymer is selected from an ethylene vinyl alcohol polymer claim 3 , a polyamide claim 3 , or a combination thereof.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has a MWD from 1.5 to 3.5.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the anhydride and/or{'sup': 3', '3, 'carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has a density from 0.860 g/cmto 0.890 g/cm.'}7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the anhydride and/orcarboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer has a weight average molecular weight (Mw) from 4,000 to 30,000 g/mole.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based polymer (component B) has a melt index (I2) from 0.5 to 50 g/10 min.9. The composition of claim 1 , wherein ...

RESINS FOR USE AS TIE LAYERS IN MULTILAYER FILMS AND MULTILAYER FILMS COMPRISING THE SAME

The present disclosure provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure comprises a first composition, wherein the first composition comprises at least one ethylene-based polymer and wherein the first composition comprises a MWCDI value greater than 0.9, and a melt index ratio (I10/I2) that meets the following equation: I10/I2 ? 7.0−1.2×log (I2), wherein the first composition comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin; and a maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene comprising a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, a maleic anhydride grafted linear low density polyethylene, a maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene elastomer, or a combination thereof, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin. 1. A resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure , the resin comprising:a first composition, wherein the first composition comprises at least one ethylene-based polymer and wherein the first composition comprises a MWCDI value greater than 0.9, and a melt index ratio (I10/I2) that meets the following equation: I10/I2≥7.0−1.2×log (I2), wherein the first composition comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin; anda maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene comprising a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, a maleic anhydride grafted linear low density polyethylene, a maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene elastomer, or a combination thereof, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin.2. The resin of claim 1 , further comprising a polyolefin elastomer or a maleic anhydride grafted polyolefin elastomer.3. The resin of claim 1 , wherein the resin comprises 80 to 95 weight percent of the first composition and 5 to 20 weight percent of the maleic anhydride grafted ...

Ethylene-Propylene-Diene Interpolymer Composition

The present disclosure is directed to a composition and articles containing the composition. The composition includes an ethylene-propylene-diene interpolymer (EPDM) having a rheology ratio greater than 33. The EPDM also has a molecular weight distribution greater than 3.0. The composition has a dissipation factor less than or equal to 0.01 radians as measured in accordance with ASTM D 150 (130° C., 60 Hz).

CELL SIZE ENLARGING AGENT FOR STYRENIC FOAM

A styrenic polymer foam contains a polymer composition in the form of a continuous matrix defining multiple cells therein, the polymer composition contains a first polymer and second polymer, the first polymer being a maleic anhydride-grafted high density polyethylene and the second polymer being a styrenic polymer resin that is free of grafted maleic anhydride. The first polymer contains on average 0.05 or more weight-parts of grafted maleic anhydride based on total weight of the first polymer and the concentration of first polymer in the polymer composition is sufficient to provide at least six weight-parts of grafted maleic an hydride per million weight parts of the polymer composition. 1. A styrenic polymer foam comprising a polymer composition that is in a form of a continuous matrix defining multiple cells therein , the polymer composition comprising a first polymer and a second polymer , the first polymer being a maleic anhydride-grafted high density polyethylene and the second polymer being a styrenic polymer resin that is free of grafted maleic anhydride , wherein the first polymer contains on average 0.05 or more weight-parts grafted maleic anhydride based on total weight of the first polymer and wherein the concentration of first polymer in the polymer composition is sufficient to provide at least six weight-parts of grafted maleic anhydride per million weight parts of the polymer composition.2. The styrenic polymer foam of claim 1 , wherein the first polymer contains on average 0.05 or more and two or less weight-parts grafted maleic anhydride based on total weight of the first polymer.3. The styrenic polymer foam of claim 1 , further characterized by having a brominated flame retardant dispersed within the polymer composition.4. The styrenic polymer foam of claim 3 , further characterized by the brominated flame retardant being a brominated polymer that is insoluble in the polymer composition.5. The styrenic polymer foam of claim 1 , further ...

POLYMER BLENDS FOR USE IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURE AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THE SAME

The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid having an acid content greater than 4 and up to 25 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer and having a melt index (I) of 1 to 60 g/10 minutes, wherein the total amount of ethylene acrylic acid copolymer and ethylene methacrylic acid copolymer comprises 45 to 99 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and a polyolefin having a density of 0.870 g/cmor more and having a melt index (I) of 20 g/10 minutes or less, wherein the polyolefin comprises 1 to 55 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend.

Production of Sulfonyl Azide Anhydride

The present disclosure provides a process for producing an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride and the resultant aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride composition. The process includes: (i) thio-acetoxylating an alkenyl carboxylic acid anhydride to form a thioacetate anhydride intermediate, (ii) oxy chlorinating the thioacetate anhydride intermediate to form a sulfonyl chlorideanhydride N intermediate; and (iii) azidizing the sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate to form an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride. 1. A process comprising:(i) thio-acetoxylating an alkenyl carboxylic acid anhydride to form a thioacetate anhydride intermediate;(ii) oxychlorinating the thioacetate anhydride intermediate to form a sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate; and(iii) azidizing the sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate to form an aliphatic sulfonyl azide anhydride.2. The process of wherein the thio-acetoxylating comprises reacting the alkenyl carboxylic acid anhydride with a thioacetic acid in the presence of a radical initiator to form the thioacetate anhydride intermediate.3. The process of wherein the thio-acetoxylating comprises reacting the alkenyl carboxylic acid anhydride with a thioacetic acid in the presence of an azo-containing radical initiator at a temperature from 50° C. to 90° C. to form the thioacetate anhydride intermediate.4. The process of [ ] wherein the oxychlorinating comprises reacting the thioacetate anhydride intermediate with a chlorine source to form the sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate.5. The process of [ ] wherein the oxychlorinating comprises reacting the thioacetate anhydride intermediate with N-chlorosuccinimide in the presence of a hydrochloric acid aqueous solution at a temperature from 0.1° C. to 22° C. to form the sulfonyl chloride anhydride intermediate.6. The process of [ ] wherein the oxychlorinating comprises reacting the thioacetate anhydride intermediate with chlorine gas in the presence of water at a temperature from 0.1° C. to ...

FLOATING SHRINK LABELS

A multi-layer shrink film comprising, consisting of, or consisting essentially of at least two layers, Layer A and Layer B, wherein Layer A is at least one skin layer comprising an amorphous glassy polymer material and Layer B is at least one core layer comprising i) 15-100 weight percent of a maleic anhydride-modified plastomer having a density in the range of 0.86-0.925 g/cm; and ii) optionally a polyolefm which does not contain maleic anhydride having a density in the range of 0.86-0.925 g/cmand wherein the multi-level shrink film has an overall density of less than 1.0 g/cm, is disclosed. 1. A multi-layer shrink film comprising a three layer structure arranged as Layer A/Layer B/Layer A with:Layer A comprising skin layers comprising an amorphous glassy polymer material; and [{'sup': '3', 'i) 15-100 weight percent of a maleic anhydride-modified plastomer having a density in the range of 0.86-0.925 g/cm; and'}, {'sup': '3', 'ii) optionally a polyolefin which does not contain maleic anhydride having a density in the range of 0.86-0.925 g/cm'}], 'Layer B at least one core layer comprising'}{'sup': '3', 'wherein the multi-layer shrink film has an overall density of less than 1.0 g/cm.'}2. The multi-layer shrink film of claim 1 , wherein the peel strength between Layer A and Layer B is greater than 150 N/m.3. The multi-layer shrink film of claim 1 , wherein the peel strength between Layer A and Layer B is greater than 150 N/m after exposure to an aqueous bath having a pH of greater than 6.4. The multi-layer shrink film of wherein the multi-layer shrink film has an overall density of less than 0.95 g/cm.5. The multi-layer shrink film of wherein the amorphous glassy polymer material comprises glycol-modified polyethylene terephthalate (PETg).6. The multi-layer shrink film of further comprising fillers.7. The multi-layer shrink film of wherein each Layer A has a thickness percent of 1 to 99% and Layer B has a thickness percent in the range of 1 to 99% claim 1 , based on ...

SELF-RECYCLABLE BARRIER PACKAGING

A multi-layer structure comprising: a) at least one layer comprising a polyolefin component comprising i) 60 to 94 weight percent of a first component selected from the group consisting of ethylene homopolymer, ethylene copolymer, polypropylene homopolymer, polypropylene copolymer, and combinations thereof ii) 0-35 weight percent of a functional polymer component, and iii) 1-35 weight percent of a compatibilizer component comprising an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP and a density from 0.855 to 0.94 g/cc; b) at least one tie layer comprising maleic-anhydride grafted polymer with a melt index of less than 50 dg/min, wherein the tie layer does not contain the compatibilizer component; and c) at least one polar layer comprising a polar polymer, is disclosed. 1. A multi-layer structure comprising: i) 60 to 94 weight percent of a first component selected from the group consisting of ethylene homopolymer, ethylene copolymer, polypropylene homopolymer, polypropylene copolymer, and combinations thereof', 'ii) 0-35 weight percent of a functional polymer component, and', 'iii) 1-35 weight percent of a compatibilizer component comprising an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a melt viscosity (177° C.) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP and a density from 0.855 to 0.94 g/cc;, 'a) at least one layer comprising a polyolefin component comprising'}b) at least one tie layer comprising maleic-anhydride grafted polymer with a melt index of less than 50 dg/min, wherein the tie layer does not contain the compatibilizer component; andc) at least one polar layer comprising a polar polymer.2. The multi-layer structure of claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the compatibilizer component to the polar polymer is in the range of 0.2-4.0:1.0 by weight.3. The multi-layer structure of claim 1 , wherein the polar layer comprises a ...

TIE LAYER COMPOSITIONS AND MULTILAYER FILMS INCORPORATING THE SAME

Embodiments are directed to a tie layer composition comprising functionalized polyethylene, styrene block copolymer, base polyethylene, and antioxidant co-stabilizers, wherein the antioxidant co-stabilizers comprise at least one oxygen scavenger, at least one peroxy free radical scavenger, and at least one alkyl free radical scavenger. Further embodiments are directed to multilayer films or sheets which include the tie layer composition. 1. A tie layer composition comprisingfunctionalized polyethylene, styrene block copolymer, base polyethylene, and antioxidant co-stabilizers,wherein the antioxidant co-stabilizers comprise at least one oxygen scavenger, at least one peroxy free radical scavenger, and at least one alkyl free radical scavenger.2. The tie layer composition of wherein the functionalized polyethylene is maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene.3. The tie layer composition of wherein the styrene block copolymer comprises styrene butadiene styrene.4. The tie layer composition of wherein the tie layer composition comprises from 3000 to 10 claim 1 ,000 ppm of the antioxidant co-stabilizers.5. The tie layer composition of wherein the tie layer composition comprises 20 wt. % to 50 wt. % styrene block copolymer.6. The tie layer composition of wherein the tie layer composition comprises 5 wt. % to 25 wt. % of functionalized polyethylene.7. The tie layer composition of wherein the tie layer composition comprises 25 wt. % to 75 wt. % of polyethylene.8. The tie layer composition of wherein the tie layer composition comprises from 1000 to 4300 ppm of the alkyl free radical scavenger.9. The tie layer composition of wherein the styrene block copolymer of the tie layer composition comprises at least 35 wt. % of styrene monomer.10. A multilayer film comprising at least five layers claim 1 , wherein the at least 5 layers comprise:at least one polyolefin outer layer;at least one polystyrene outer layer;at least one core layer disposed between the polyolefin outer layer and ...

Bituminous compositions and methods of making and using same

This invention relates to bituminous compositions comprising an interpolymer and a bituminous material and methods of making and using same. The interpolymer may comprise ethylene, at least one alpha-olefin, and, optionally, at least one diene and the interpolymer is derived from polymer particles having a surface coating comprising a partitioning agent. Methods of making and using the bituminous compositions are also described.

Bituminous compositions and methods of making and using same

This invention relates to bituminous compositions comprising an interpolymer and a bituminous material and methods of making and using same. The interpolymer may comprise ethylene, at least one alpha-olefin, and, optionally, at least one diene and the interpolymer is derived from polymer particles having a surface coating comprising a partitioning agent. Methods of making and using the bituminous compositions are also described.

FUNCTIONALIZED ETHYLENE/α-OLEFIN INTERPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Narrow molecular weight distribution block polymers and process therefor

Extremely narrow molecular weight distribution block copolymers comprising isoprene are prepared utilizing multifunctional lithium based initiators and an initial diene block forming amount of butadiene.

Films containing functional ethylene-based polymer compositions

The invention provides a film comprising at least two layers, a first layer and a second layer; and wherein the first layer is formed from a first composition comprising a polyester, a polylactic acid, or a combination thereof; and wherein the second layer is formed from a second composition comprising at least the following: A) functionalized ethylene-based polymer, and B) ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer; and wherein the first layer is adjacent to the second layer.

Self-recyclable barrier packaging

A multi-layer structure comprising: a) at least one layer comprising a polyolefin component comprising i) 60 to 94 weight percent of a first component selected from the group consisting of ethylene homopolymer, ethylene copolymer, polypropylene homopolymer, polypropylene copolymer, and combinations thereof ii) 0 - 35 weight percent of a functional polymer component, and iii) 1 -35 weight percent of a compatibilizer component comprising an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a melt viscosity (177°C) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP and a density from 0.855 to 0.94 g/cc; b) at least one tie layer comprising maleic-anhydride grafted polymer with a melt index of less than 50 dg/min, wherein the tie layer does not contain the compatibilizer component; and c) at least one polar layer comprising a polar polymer, is disclosed.

Sulfonylazide derivative for tie layer

The present disclosure provides a multilayer film. In an embodiment, a multilayer film is provided and includes: a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer; a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide derivative grafted olefin-based polymer (SD-g-PO); and a layer (C) comprising a polar component.

Sulfonylazide derivative for tie layer

The present disclosure provides a multilayer film. In an embodiment, a multilayer film is provided and includes: a layer (A) comprising an olefin-based polymer; a layer (B) that is a tie layer comprising a sulfonamide derivative grafted olefin-based polymer (SD-g-PO); and a layer (C) comprising a polar component.

Self-recyclable barrier packaging

A multi-layer structure comprising: a) at least one layer comprising a polyolefin component comprising i) 60 to 94 weight percent of a first component selected from the group consisting of ethylene homopolymer, ethylene copolymer, polypropylene homopolymer, polypropylene copolymer, and combinations thereof ii) 0 - 35 weight percent of a functional polymer component, and iii) 1 -35 weight percent of a compatibilizer component comprising an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a melt viscosity (177°C) less than, or equal to, 200,000 cP and a density from 0.855 to 0.94 g/cc; b) at least one tie layer comprising maleic-anhydride grafted polymer with a melt index of less than 50 dg/min, wherein the tie layer does not contain the compatibilizer component; and c) at least one polar layer comprising a polar polymer, is disclosed.

Polymeric compositions and foams, methods of making the same, and articles prepared from the same

The invention provides a composition comprising an ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated diene interpolymer, which has the following properties: an M z (abs)/M z (Conv) value greater than 1.35; an M z (BB)/M w (abs) value greater than 1.6; and a non-conjugated diene content less than 10 weight percent, based on the total weight of the interpolymer.

POLYMER COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A LOW VISCOSITY, HOMOGENEOUSLY BRANCHED ETHYLENE/α-OLEFIN EXTENDER

A thermoplastic composition is described that comprises (i) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one thermoplastic copolymer, for example, styrene block copolymers, and (ii) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one homogeneously branched ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, for example ethylene/1-octene, having a density of less than or equal to 0.899 g/cc and a Brookfield viscosity of greater than 500 cP (350°F).

Interpolymer compositions for use in sound management

Disclosed are novel compositions of ethylene and/or α-olefin/vinyl or vinylidene interpolymers and an organic acid and a filler. Also disclosed are compositions including ethylene and/or α-olefin/vinyl or vinylidene interpolymers, an organic acid, various processing agents, coupling agents and a filler. The compositions disclosed herein are particularly useful in sound management applications, or as insulators.

COMPOSITIONS OF INTERPOLYMERS OF α-OLEFIN MONOMERS WITH ONE OR MORE VINYL OR VINYLIDENE AROMATIC MONOMERS AND/OR ONE OR MORE HINDERED ALIPHATIC OR CYCLOALIPHATIC VINYL OR VINYLIDENE MONOMERS BLENDED WITH A CONDUCTIVE ADDITIVE

A blend of polymeric materials comprising (A) of from about 1 to about 99.99 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B and C of at least one substantially random interpolymer; and wherein said interpolymer; (1) contains of from about 0.5 to about 65 mole percent of polymer units derived from; (a) at least one vinyl or vinylidene aromatic monomer, or (b) at least one hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomer, or (c) a combination of at least one vinyl or vinylidene aromatic monomer and at least one hindered aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomer; (2) contains of from about 35 to about 99.5 mole percent of polymer units derived from at least one aliphatic α-olefin having from 2 to 20 carbon atoms; (3) has a molecular weight (Mn) greater than about 1,000; (4) has a melt index (I 2 ) of from about 0.01 to about 1,000; (5) has a molecular weight distribution (M w /M n ) of from about 1.5 to about 20; and (B) of from about 99 to about 0.01 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B, and C of one or more conductive additives and/or one or more additives with high magnetic permeability ; and (C) of from 0 to about 98.99 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B, and C of one or more polymers other than A.

Polymer compositions comprising a low viscosity, homogeneously branched ethylene/alpha-olefin extender

Films containing functional ethylene-based polymer compositions

Una película que comprende al menos dos capas, una primera capa y una segunda capa; y en donde la primera capa se forma a partir de una primera composición que comprende un poliéster, un ácido poliláctico (PLA), o una combinación de los mismos; y en donde la segunda capa se forma a partir de una segunda composición que comprende al menos lo siguiente: A) polímero a base de etileno funcionalizado, y B) interpolímero de etileno/alfa-olefina; y en donde la primera capa está adyacente a la segunda capa; en donde el interpolímero de etileno/alfa-olefina del componente B (segunda composición) tiene una densidad menor de, o igual a, 0,89 g/cc; en donde la relación en peso del componente B a componente A es de 9 a 1; y en donde la segunda composición comprende más del, o igual al, 98 % por ciento en peso del "peso total de los componentes A y B", basado en el peso de la segunda composición. A film comprising at least two layers, a first layer and a second layer; and wherein the first layer is formed from a first composition comprising a polyester, a polylactic acid (PLA), or a combination thereof; and wherein the second layer is formed from a second composition comprising at least the following: A) functionalized ethylene-based polymer, and B) ethylene / alpha-olefin interpolymer; and where the first layer is adjacent to the second layer; wherein the ethylene / alpha-olefin interpolymer of component B (second composition) has a density less than, or equal to, 0.89 g / cc; wherein the weight ratio of component B to component A is 9 to 1; and wherein the second composition comprises more than, or equal to, 98% percent by weight of the "total weight of components A and B", based on the weight of the second composition.

Embalaje de barrera autorreciclable

Una estructura multicapa que comprende: a) al menos una capa que comprende un componente de poliolefina que comprende: i) el 60 a 94 por ciento en peso de un primer componente seleccionado del grupo que consiste en homopolímero de etileno, copolímero de etileno, homopolímero de polipropileno, copolímero de polipropileno y combinaciones de los mismos, ii) 0-35 por ciento en peso de un componente polimérico funcional y iii) 1-35 por ciento en peso de un componente compatibilizador que comprende un interpolímero de etileno/alfa-olefina con funciones anhídrido y/o ácido carboxílico que tiene una viscosidad en estado fundido (177 ºC) menor que, o igual a, 200 Pa.s (200.000 cP) y una densidad de 0,855 a 0,94 g/cm3; b) al menos una capa de unión que comprende polímero injertado con anhídrido maleico con un índice de fusión menor que 50 dg/min, en el que la capa de unión no contiene el componente compatibilizador y c) al menos una capa polar que comprende un polímero polar.

Resin for use as tie layers in multilayer films and multilayer films comprising the same

The present disclosure provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure comprises a first composition, wherein the first composition comprises at least one ethylene-based polymer and wherein the first composition comprises a MWCDI value greater than 0.9, and a melt index ratio (I10/I2) that meets the following equation: I10/I2 ? 7.0 - 1.2 x log (I2), wherein the first composition comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin; and a maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene comprising a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, a maleic anhydride grafted linear low density polyethylene, a maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene elastomer, or a combination thereof, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin.

STRUCTURE FOR THERMOCONFORMABLE FLOOR COATING WITH LITTLE BRIGHT.

Una mezcla de polímeros que comprende A) un elastómero seleccionado del grupo consistente en interpolímeros de etileno/alfa-olefina ramificados de forma homogénea o heterogénea, interpolímeros de etileno/vinil aromático sustancialmente al azar, copolímeros de etileno acetato de vinilo (EVA), etileno acrilato de etilo (EEA) y etileno/ácido acrílico (EAA), poliisopreno, polibutadieno, cauchos de etileno/propileno, cauchos de etileno/propileno dieno (EPDM), cauchos de silicona, cauchos de estireno/butadieno, poliuretanos termoplásticos, copolímeros de bloque estirénicos de estireno/butadieno/estireno (SBS), estireno/isopreno/estireno (SIS) y estireno/etileno/butadieno/estireno (SEBS), polietileno clorado (CPE), caucho buna y nitrilos y combinaciones de los mismos; B) un copolímero de propileno/etileno al azar que tiene una temperatura de fusión (TM) por Calorimetría de Barrido Diferencial DSC (medida según la norma ASTM D3417) menor que 160ºC; C) un agente de reticulación; y opcionalmente D) un polímero potenciador de la resistencia en estado fundido seleccionado del grupo consistente en polietileno de baja densidad (LDPE), polietileno de alta densidad (HDPE), poliestireno (PS), etileno/propileno/dieno monómero (EDPM) y polietileno de peso molecular ultraalto (UHMWPE), y combinaciones de los mismos. A mixture of polymers comprising A) an elastomer selected from the group consisting of homogeneously or heterogeneously branched ethylene / alpha-olefin interpolymers, substantially random aromatic ethylene / vinyl interpolymers, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymers, ethylene ethyl acrylate (EEA) and ethylene / acrylic acid (EAA), polyisoprene, polybutadiene, ethylene / propylene rubbers, ethylene / propylene diene rubbers (EPDM), silicone rubbers, styrene / butadiene rubbers, thermoplastic polyurethanes, copolymers of styrene / butadiene / styrene (SBS), styrene / isoprene / styrene (SIS) and styrene / ethylene / butadiene / styrene (SEBS), chlorinated polyethylene (CPE ...

Compositions, methods of making the same, and articles prepared from the same

A composition comprising at least the following components: (A) a first composition comprising the following: i) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin, and a nonconjugated polyene; ii) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an a-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has an MWD less than, or equal to, 3.5, a Mooney Viscosity (ML (1+4@125°C)) greater than, or equal to, 80, and an [(ML(1+4@125°C))/Mw(conv)]* 1000 greater than 0.429 mole/g; (B) a thermoplastic polymer; and (C) a vulcanization agent is provided. A crosslinked composition made by heating one or more of the inventive compositions is also provided. Articles made from one or more of the inventive compositions are also provided.

Polyethylene compositions having reduced plate out, and films made therefrom having reduced blooming

The instant invention provides polyethylene compositions having reduced plate out, and films made therefrom having reduced blooming. The polyethylene composition suitable for film applications according to the present invention comprises the melt blending product of: (a) an ethylene based polymer; (b) a first antioxidant system comprising one or more antioxidants selected from the group consisting of Octadecyl-3-(3,5-di-tert.butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)-propionate; Pentaerythritol Tetrakis(3-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate); and combinations thereof; (c) a second antioxidant system comprising a liquid phosphite corresponding to the formula [4-(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]x[2,4-bis(2-methylbutan-2-yl)phenyl]3-x phosphate, wherein x = 0, 1, 2, 3, or combinations thereof; and (d) optionally one or more neutralizing agents.

Process to form a composition containing functionalized and un-functionalized ethylene-based polymers

A process to form a polymer composition comprising an ethylene-based polymer and a functionalized ethylene-based polymer, said process comprising the steps described herein, which include passing a polymer melt through at least one static mixer, and wherein the functionalized ethylene-based polymer, in melt form, is introduced into the polymer melt, before the polymer melt enters the static mixer.

Functionalized Ethylene/Alpha-Olefin Interpolymer Compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Functionalized ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Functionalized ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Functionalized Ethylene/a-Olefin Interpolymer Compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Peliculas que contienen composiciones de polimero basado en etileno funcional.

La invención provee una película que comprende por lo menos dos capas, una primera capa y una segunda capa; y en donde la primera capa está formada de una primera composición que comprende un poliéster, un ácido poliláctico, o una combinación de los mismos; y en donde la segunda capa está formada de una segunda composición que comprende por lo menos lo siguiente: A) polímero basado en etileno funcionalizado, y B9 interpolimero de etileno/alfa-olefina: y en donde la primera capa es adyacente a la segunda capa.

Self-recyclable barrier packaging

Aqueous dispersions of olefin copolymers

Artificial latexes that are film-forming at room temperature can be prepared from a copolymer of ethylene and a C 3 -C 20 alpha olefin. The copolymer preferably contains no polar substituents, which are generally necessary to make useful latexes from polyethylene.

Methods for reducing the polar additives necessary for use in polyolefins

The invention relates to a method for improving the effectiveness of polar additives used in polyolefins, in which an effective quantity of a coadditive compound having formula R1(OCH2CH2)XOH is incorporated into the polyolefin prior to the formation of the film, wherein R1 is a linear or branched alkyl chain with 20 to 100 carbon atoms and x varies between 2 and 100. The presence of these materials in polyolefin resins enables the use of a smaller quantity of polar additives without reducing the effectiveness thereof, as well as improving optical properties for films produced using said resins.

Article made from post consumer resin with smooth surface finish

The present disclosure provides a process. In an embodiment, the process includes providing pellets of a regrind material. The regrind material is a post-consumer recycle multilayer film (PCR multilayer film) having at least three layers. The PCR multilayer film is composed of (i) a polyethylene layer, (ii) a polyamide layer, and (iii) a tie layer. The tie layer is composed of maleic anhydride grafted substantially linear ethylene polymer (MAH-g-SLEP) having a Mw/Mn from 1.5 to less than 3.5 and a melt index from 0.5 g/10 min to less than 25 g/10 min. The process includes extruding the pellets to form an extrudate, molding the extrudate, and forming, with the extrudate, a molded article having a surface. The surface of the molded article has a surface roughness value, Sa, less than 1000 nm and a root mean square roughness value, Sq, less than 1400 nm.

Compositions, multilayer films formed from such compositions, and articles

Embodiments of the present invention relate to compositions, multilayer films, and articles. In one aspect, a composition comprises (a) an ionomer that is an acid copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid, wherein a portion of the acid groups in the acid copolymer are neutralized by metal ions and are carboxylic acid salts, and wherein the acid copolymer, prior to neutralization of acid groups by metal ions, comprises 5 to 30 weight percent of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid; (b) an ethylene/unsaturated ester copolymer comprising ethylene vinyl acetate, ethylene acrylate, or a combination thereof; and (c) a propylene-based polymer comprising a copolymer of propylene and a comonomer comprising ethylene, butene, hexene, or octene, wherein the propylene-based polymer has a molecular weight distribution (MWD) of less than 3.0, and a viscosity ratio (viscosity at 0.1 s-1/viscosity at 100 s-1) of greater than 7.0.

Aqueous dispersions of linear olefin copolymers

Artificial latexes that are film forming at room temperature can be prepared from a copolymer of ethylene and a C 3 -C 20 α-olefin. The copolymer is characterized by having a polydispersity index not greater than 2.5; random distribution of comonomer units along the polymer backbone; and a homogeneity index of at least 75. The copolymer preferably contains no polar substituents, which are generally necessary to make useful latexes from polyethylene.

POLYMER COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A LOW VISCOSITY, HOMOGENEOUSLY BRANCHED ETHYLENE/α-OLEFIN EXTENDER

A thermoplastic composition is described that comprises (i) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one thermoplastic copolymer, for example, styrene block copolymers, and (ii) from 1 to 99 percent by weight of the total composition of at least one homogeneously branched ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, for example ethylene/1-octene, having a density of less than or equal to 0.899 g/cc and a Brookfield viscosity of greater than 500 cP (350°F).

Tie layer compositions and multilayer films incorporating the same

Embodiments are directed to a tie layer composition comprising functionalized polyethylene, styrene block copolymer, base polyethylene, and antioxidant co-stabilizers, wherein the antioxidant co-stabilizers comprise at least one oxygen scavenger, at least one peroxy free radical scavenger, and at least one alkyl free radical scavenger. Further embodiments are directed to multilayer films or sheets which include the tie layer composition.

Block composites in thermoplastic vulcanizate applications

Embodiments of the invention provide block composites and their use in thermoplastic vulcanizate compounds.

Block compositions in thermoplastic vulcanizate applications

Embodiments of the invention provide block composites and their use in thermoplastic vulcanizate compounds.

Block composites in thermoplastic vulcanizate applications

Embodiments of the invention provide block composites and their use in thermoplastic vulcanizate compounds.

Block compositions in thermoplastic vulcanizate applications

Embodiments of the invention provide block composites and their use in thermoplastic vulcanizate compounds.

THERMOPLASTIC VULCANIZED AND ARTICLE

vulcanizado termoplástico e artigo. incorporações da invenção provêm compósitos em blocos e seu uso em compostos vulcanizados termoplásticos. vulcanized thermoplastic and article. embodiments of the invention provide block composites and their use in thermoplastic vulcanized compounds.

Multi-layer films and articles made therefrom

A multilayer film comprising a first layer comprising from greater than 0 to 100 percent by weight of an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer composition (LLDPE), based on the total weight of the film composition; and a second layer comprising at least 5 percent by weight of the second layer, of an anhydride and/or carboxylic acid functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer having a density in the range of from 0.855 to 0.900 g/cm 3 ; and having a melt index (190°C/2.16 kg) of greater than 200 g/10 min; and from 60 to 95 percent, by weight of the second layer, of EVOH is provided.

Resins for use as tie layers in multilayer films and multilayer films comprising the same

Highly grafted ethylene-based polymers, highly grafted ethylene-based polymer compositions, and processes for forming the same

A process to form a functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition comprises reacting an ethylene-based polymer composition in at least one extruder with at least one functionalization agent and at least one free radical initiator at a melt temperature of greater than or equal to 200°C. The functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition has a yellowness index (YI) value of less than or equal to 45 and a functionalization content of greater than or equal to 2.0 wt%, based on the weight of the functionalized ethylene-based polymer composition.

Blends of olefin interpolymers and urethane polymers and method of making same

A polymer blend or mixture comprises a substantially random olefin interpolymer and a urethane polymer, wherein the blend is substantially free of a compatibilizer. In some embodiments, the urethane polymer is mixed with the olefin interpolymer in the form of fibers, and the fibers are dispersed in a matrix of the olefin interpolymer. In other embodiments, a thermoplastic urethane polymer is blended with the olefin interpolymer to form a relatively homogeneous mixture. Various products are made from the blends or mixtures in accordance with embodiments of the invention.

Methods for reducing polar additives necessary for use in polyolefins

The invention relates to a method for improving the effectiveness of polar additives used in polyolefins, in which an effective quantity of a coadditive compound having formula R1(OCH2CH2)XOH is incorporated into the polyolefin prior to the formation of the film, wherein R1 is a linear or branched alkyl chain with 20 to 60 carbon atoms and x varies between 2 and 100. The presence of these materials in polyolefin resins enables the use of a smaller quantity of polar additives without reducing the effectiveness thereof, as well as improving optical properties for films produced using said resins.

Resins for use as tie layer in multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising the same

The present invention provides resins that can be used as a tie layer in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more tie layers formed from such resins. In one aspect, a resin for use as a tie layer in a multilayer structure that comprises a high density polyethylene having a density greater than 0.960 g/cm3, wherein the high density polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin, a maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene, wherein the maleic anhydride grafted high density polyethylene comprises 1 to 99 weight percent of the resin, and a catalyst comprising at least one Lewis acid.

Polymer blends for use in multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising the same

The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid having an acid content greater than 4 and up to 25 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer and having a melt index (I2) of 1 to 60 g/10 minutes, wherein the total amount of ethylene acrylic acid copolymer and ethylene methacrylic acid copolymer comprises 45 to 99 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and a polyolefin having a density of 0.870 g/cm3 or more and having a melt index (I2) of 20 g/10 minutes or less, wherein the polyolefin comprises 1 to 55 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend.

PROCESS AND MOLDED ARTICLE

A presente divulgação fornece um processo. Em uma modalidade, o processo inclui fornecer péletes de um material remoído. O material remoído é um filme de múltiplas camadas de reciclagem pós-consumo (filme de múltiplas camadas de PCR) com pelo menos três camadas. O filme de múltiplas camadas de PCR é composto por (i) uma camada de polietileno, (ii) uma camada de poliamida e (iii) uma camada de ligação. A camada de ligação é composta por polímero de etileno substancialmente linear enxertado com anidrido maleico (MAH-g-SLEP) com um Mw/Mn de 1,5 a menos de 3,5 e um índice de fusão de 0,5 g/10 min a menos de 25 g/10 min. O processo inclui extrudar os péletes para formar um extrudado, moldar o extrudado e formar, com o extrudado, um artigo moldado que tem uma superfície. A superfície do artigo moldado tem um valor de rugosidade superficial, Sa, inferior a 1.000 nm e um valor de rugosidade quadrático médio, Sq, inferior a 1.400 nm. The present disclosure provides a process. In one embodiment, the process includes providing pellets of a regrinded material. The regrind is a post-consumer recycling multi-layer film (PCR multi-layer film) with at least three layers. The PCR multilayer film is composed of (i) a polyethylene layer, (ii) a polyamide layer, and (iii) a bonding layer. The binding layer is composed of substantially linear maleic anhydride grafted ethylene polymer (MAH-g-SLEP) with a Mw/Mn of 1.5 to less than 3.5 and a melt index of 0.5 g/10 min to less than 25 g/10 min. The process includes extruding the pellets to form an extrudate, shaping the extrudate and forming, with the extrudate, a molded article having a surface. The surface of the molded article has a surface roughness value, Sa, of less than 1000 nm and a root mean square roughness value, Sq, of less than 1400 nm.

Functionalized ethylene/alpha-olefin interpolymer compositions

The invention relates to functionalized interpolymers derived from base olefin interpolymers, which are prepared by polymerizing one or more monomers or mixtures of monomers, such as ethylene and one or more comonomers, to form an interpolymer products having unique physical properties. The functionalized olefin interpolymers contain two or more differing regions or segments (blocks), resulting in unique processing and physical properties.

Compositions, methods of making the same, and articles prepared from the same

A composition comprising at least the following components: (A) a first composition comprising the following: i) a first interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin, and a nonconjugated polyene; ii) a second interpolymer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an α-olefin and a nonconjugated polyene; and wherein the first composition has an MWD less than, or equal to, 3.5, a Mooney Viscosity (ML (1+4 @125° C.)) greater than, or equal to, 80, and an [(ML(1+4 @125° C.))/Mw(conv)]*1000 greater than 0.429 mole/g; (B) a thermoplastic polymer; and (C) a vulcanization agent is provided. A crosslinked composition made by heating one or more of the inventive compositions is also provided. Articles made from one or more of the inventive compositions are also provided.

POLYMER MIX AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURE

MISTURAS POLIMÉRICAS PARA USO EM ESTRUTURA MULTICAMADAS E ESTRUTURAS MULTICAMADAS COMPREENDENDO AS MESMAS A presente invenção fornece misturas poliméricas que podem ser utilizadas em uma estrutura multicamada e estruturas multicamadas compreendendo uma ou mais camadas formadas a partir dessas misturas. Em um aspecto, uma mistura polimérica compreende um copolímero compreendendo etileno e pelo menos um de ácido acrílico e ácido metacrílico tendo um teor de ácido superior a 4 e até 25 por cento em peso com base no peso do copolímero e tendo um índice de fusão (I2) de 1 a 60 g/10 minutos, em que a quantidade total de copolímero de etileno ácido acrílico e copolímero de etileno ácido metacrílico compreende 45 a 99 por cento em peso da mistura baseado no peso total da mistura, e uma poliolefina com uma densidade de 0,870 g/cm3 ou mais e tendo um índice de fusão (I2) de 20 g/10 minutos ou menos, em que a poliolefina compreende 1 a 55 por cento em peso da mistura baseado no peso total da mistura. POLYMERIC MIXTURES FOR USE IN MULTILAYER STRUCTURES AND MULTILAYER STRUCTURES COMPRISING THE SAME The present invention provides polymeric blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid having an acid content of greater than 4 and up to 25 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer and having a melt index ( I2) from 1 to 60 g/10 minutes, wherein the total amount of ethylene acrylic acid copolymer and ethylene methacrylic acid copolymer comprises 45 to 99 weight percent of the mixture based on the total weight of the mixture, and a polyolefin having a density of 0.870 g/cm 3 or more and having a melt index (I 2 ) of 20 g/10 minutes or less, wherein the polyolefin comprises 1 to 55 percent by weight of the blend based on the total weight of the blend.

Filled thermoplastic olefin composition

A filled thermoplastic olefin composition comprising (a) a first polypropylene having (i) substantially isotactic propylene sequences, (ii) a narrow molecular weight distribution, and (iii) a broad composition distribution, and (b) at least about 20 percent by volume filler based on the total volume of the composition. Optionally, the composition can comprise a second polypropylene different for the first polypropylene, both polypropylenes preferably propylene/α-olefin copolymers. The filler can be organic or inorganic, and the compositions are useful as, among other applications, protective coverings for wire and cable.

Filled thermoplastic olefin composition

A filled thermoplastic olefin composition comprising (a) a first polypropylene having (i) substantially isotactic propylene sequences, (ii) a narrow molecular weight distribution, and (iii) a broad composition distribution, and (b) at least about 20 percent by volume filler based on the total volume of the composition. Optionally, the composition can comprise a second polypropylene different for the first polypropylene, both polypropylenes preferably propylene/α-olefin copolymers. The filler can be organic or inorganic, and the compositions are useful as, among other applications, protective coverings for wire and cable.