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Patent application number | Title | Published |
20160137960 | METHOD OF REMOVING PHENOLS FROM A LIQUID - A method of removing a phenol contaminant from a beer or wine comprising contacting the beer or wine with a surface comprising a phenol contaminant effective removing amount of a poly(N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone). | 05-19-2016 |
20160120989 | COPROCESSED SILICA COATED POLYMER COMPOSITION - An excipient composition having good bulk density and improved flow characteristics is provided. The present invention particularly provides a coprocessed excipient composition and a method of producing the same. The coprocessed excipient comprises cellulose derived polymer and a deagglomerated coprocessing agent. The coprocessing agent is fumed silica, colloidal silica or silicon dioxide. The coprocessed excipient is prepared in a continuous process and has excellent compactability and improved flow property as measured by Johanson flow rate number increase from 1.1 to 5.0 fold, is characterized by a Brookfield cohesion factor of less than 0.2 kPa and a bulk density of at least 0.249 g/ml. | 05-05-2016 |
20160083356 | FUNCTIONALIZED 4- AND 5-VINYL SUBSTITUTED REGIOISOMERS OF 1, 2, 3-TRIAZOLES VIA 1, 3- DIPOLAR CYCLOADDITION AND POLYMERS THEREOF - The present invention provides novel functionalized mixtures 4- and 5-vinyl substituted regioisomers of 1,2,3-triazoles via 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition. Functionalized alkyne moieties with a terminal alcoholic functionality are reacted with functionalized organic moieties with a terminal leaving group and an azide to provide an alcoholic functionalized mixture of 4- and 5-substituted regioisomers of 1,2,3-triazole moieties. The mixture may be converted to a wide variety of useful functionalized mixtures of 4- and 5-vinyl substituted regioisomers of 1,2,3-triazole moieties, which in turn can be converted to a wide variety of useful polymers The novel alcoholic functionalized mixtures of 4- and 5-substituted regioisomers can be separated by chromatography to provide the purified 4- and 5-alcoholic functionalized substituted 1,2,3-triazole moieties. The novel compounds of the invention can be employed in a wide variety of compositions (Formulae (I), (II)); wherein R | 03-24-2016 |
20160067167 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATMENT OF SENSITIVE TEETH - The present invention provides oral care compositions for treating tooth sensitivity. The composition comprises a synergistic mixture containing a copolymer having at least one repeating unit of alkyl vinyl ether functionality and a monomer having at least one repeating unit of ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid or anhydride functionality present in an amount of about 0.1 to about 50% (w/w) of the total mixture; and a homo polymer having repeating unit of alkyl vinyl ether functionality present in an amount of about 0.1 to about 50% (w/w) of the total mixture. These synergistic mixtures of polymers act as barriers for dentin flow and reduce pain and discomfort caused by tooth sensitivity and exhibits at least 60% average reduction in dentin flow. | 03-10-2016 |
20160059607 | COATING COMPOSITIONS FOR FORMING TONER RECEPTIVE COATINGS - The present invention provides coating composition for forming a toner receptive coating on a substrate containing a polymer comprising: (a) a N-vinyl amide monomer, (b) a vinyl acetate monomer, (c) a substituted or unsubstituted monomer comprising a cyclic ether, and (d) a solvent. The coating compositions may further comprise a (e) non-reactive hydrophobic monomer. The invention also provides substrates coated with the toner receptive coatings. | 03-03-2016 |
20160053131 | COATING COMPOSITIONS FOR FORMING TONER COATINGS - The present invention provides coating composition for forming a toner coating on a substrate containing a polymer comprising: (a) a N-vinyl amide monomer, (b) a vinyl acetate monomer, (c) a substituted or unsubstituted monomer comprising a cyclic ether, and (d) a solvent. The coating compositions may further comprise an additional hydrophobic monomer moiety. The invention also provides substrates coated with the toner coatings. | 02-25-2016 |
20160051459 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING CYCLODEXTRIN AS UV- AND IR-RADIATION SCREEN AGENT - The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions comprising cyclodextrin as UV-and IR-radiation screen agent, and skin treatments wherein such compositions are spread upon the skin or hair of the subject to be treated. The present invention further relates to the use of cyclodextrin as booster for filtering UV radiation in compositions comprising chemical and physical UV radiation filters | 02-25-2016 |
20160046825 | HYDROPHOBIC COATING COMPOSITIONS FOR FORMING TONER RECEPTIVE COATINGS - This invention provides hydrophobic compositions for forming hydrophobic toner receptive coatings on a substrate. The hydrophobic coating compositions for forming toner receptive coatings on a substrate contain a hydrophobic polymer comprising: (a) a maleic anhydride monomer, (b) a non-reactive hydrophobic monomer moiety, and (c) a solvent. The coating compositions may further comprise (d) a substituted or unsubstituted monomer comprising a cyclic ether or an acetoacetate, or mixtures thereof. The invention also provides compositions suitable for addition to toner to enhance adhesion and toner substrates coated with the hydrophobic coating compositions. A representative hydrophobic polymer structure is set out below, wherein x, y, and z are defined herein. | 02-18-2016 |
20160046824 | HYDROPHOBIC COATING COMPOSITIONS FOR FORMING TONER RECEPTIVE COATINGS - This invention provides hydrophobic compositions for forming hydrophobic toner receptive coatings on a substrate. The hydrophobic coating compositions for forming toner receptive coatings on a substrate contain a hydrophobic polymer comprising: (a) a N-vinyl amide monomer, (b) a non-reactive hydrophobic monomer moiety, and (c) a solvent. The coating compositions may further comprise (d) a substituted or unsubstituted monomer comprising a cyclic ether or an acetoacetate, or mixtures thereof. The invention also provides compositions suitable for addition to toner to enhance adhesion and toner substrates coated with the hydrophobic coating compositions. The hydrophobic polymer may be represented by the following structure, wherein x, y, z, and a, are defined herein. | 02-18-2016 |
20160002384 | UV-ABSORBING POLYMERS AND FORMULATIONS THEREOF - UV-absorbing polymers are provided that have at least one anhydride repeating unit that is covalently attached to at least one UV-absorbing moiety selected from the group consisting of functionalized dibenzoylmethanes, benzophenone sulfonamides, triphenyl triazines, and combinations thereof. Also provided are formulations comprising the UV-absorbing polymers. | 01-07-2016 |
20160002154 | UV-ABSORBING COMPOUNDS WITH AT LEAST ONE REACTIVE HYDROGEN - UV-absorbing compounds are provided that have at least one reactive hydrogen. These compounds have structures: wherein the generic notations have meanings as described herein. Also provided are formulations comprising a UV-absorbing compounds. | 01-07-2016 |
20150368538 | A NOVEL HIGH PRESSURE HIGH TEMPERATURE (HPHT) AQUEOUS DRILLING MUD COMPOSITION AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME - What is described herein is an aqueous high-temperature high-pressure (HTHP) stable drilling mud composition comprising (i) about 20 wt. % to about 80 wt. % of 0-60% w/w brine solution; (ii) about 0.1 wt. % to about 3 wt. % of butylated reaction product of p-cresol and dicyclopentadiene, a polymeric hindered phenol based antioxidant; (iii) about 0.1 wt. % to about 10.0 wt. % of triethanol amine, a chelating agent; (iv) (a) about 0.1 wt. % to about 10 wt. % of rheology modifier (RM); and/or (b) about 0.5 wt. % to about 30 wt. % of fluid loss additive (FLA); (v) about 20 wt. % to about 80 wt. % of weighting agent; (vi) about 0 wt. % to about 20 wt. % of drilling solid; and (vii) about 0 wt. % to about 50 wt % of water. | 12-24-2015 |
20150359895 | COPROCESSED SILICA COATED POLYMER COMPOSITION - The present invention provides a coprocessed excipient composition and a method of producing the same. The coprocessed excipient comprises vinyl lactam derived polymer and a deagglomerated coprocessing agent. The coprocessing agent is fumed silica, colloidal silica or silicon dioxide. The coprocessed excipient is prepared by a continuous process and has a Brookfield cohesion of less than 0.12 kPa, a bulk density of at least 0.249 gram/milliliter and a flow property as measured by Johanson flow rate number increase from 1.1 to 5.0 fold. | 12-17-2015 |
20150344767 | SHALE SWELLING INHIBITORS - The present invention provides amidic polymers, which exhibit shale swelling inhibitor activity having improved biodegradability. The amidic polymers of the invention may be employed in a wide variety of compositions, particularly in subterranean drilling operations. Non-limiting generic structures of the amidic polymers are set out below: formula (1) wherein R | 12-03-2015 |
20150344461 | HEMI-AMINAL ETHERS AND THIOETHERS OF N-ALKENYL CYCLIC COMPOUNDS - Described herein are hemi-aminal ethers and thioethers of N-alkenyl cyclic compounds that may be produced through a reaction comprising: (A) at least one first reactant represented by a structure (I), wherein X is a functionalized or unfunctionalized C | 12-03-2015 |
20150327550 | ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY, BIODEGRADABLE, VOC-FREE, NON-CORROSIVE AQUEOUS SOLUTION OF 1, 2-BENZISOTHIAZOLIN-3-ONE (BIT) AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME - What is described herein is an environment-friendly, biodegradable, non-corrosive aqueous solution of isothiazolin-3-one comprising: (i) at least about 5 wt. % to about 50 wt. % of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one (BIT); (ii) about 5 wt. % to 15 wt. % of neutralizing agent; (iii) about 0.01 wt. % to about 20 wt. % of at least one biodegradable chelating agent; (iv) about 0.01 wt. % to about 20 wt. % of at least one alkyl polyglucoside, a solubilizer; (v) about 0.1 wt. % to about 2.0 wt. % of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), a crystal modifier; and (vi) about 50% to about 85% by wt. of water; and wherein said aqueous solution is free from volatile organic compounds (VOC's), glycerols, polyglycerols, derivatives of glycerols, glycols, polyglycols and/or derivatives of glycols, and wherein, the frozen aqueous solution of isothiazolin-3-one is capable of completely thawing within two hours at room temperature or at about 25° C. to about 30° C. | 11-19-2015 |
20150315307 | MODIFICATION OF POLYMERS CONTAINING AN ANHYDRIDE AND USES THEREOF - The present invention provides polymers resulting from modification of polymeric moieties containing an anhydride with modifying reactant moieties. The invention further provides a wide variety of compositions comprising the and modified polymeric moieties containing an anhydride. The letters b, d, e, and z are described herein. | 11-05-2015 |
20150265522 | POLYMER-BOUND UV ABSORBERS IN PERSONAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Personal care compositions comprising a polymer-bound UV absorber are described that provide enhanced properties, including customizable UV spectrum protection, broad-spectrum UV spectrum protection, water resistance, and labile UV stabilization. The polymer comprises anhydride functionality, such as maleic anhydride or a derivative thereof, and the UV absorber contains at least one hydroxyl, primary amine, or secondary amine group. | 09-24-2015 |
20150173355 | ECO-FRIENDLY NON-AQUEOUS ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING HINOKITIOL WITH 1,3-PROPANEDIOL AND/OR SORBITAN CAPRYLATE - Disclosed herein is an eco-friendly, non-aqueous and stable antimicrobial solution composition comprising (a) about 0.1 to 20.0 wt % of a Hinokitiol; and (b) about 80.0 to 99.9 wt % of bio-derived 1,3-propanediol and/or bio-derived sorbitan caprylate. Also disclosed is a process for preparing and method of using the composition. In accordance with another aspect of the present application, the eco-friendly, nonaqueous antimicrobial composition is capable of inhibiting or killing gram (+) bacteria, gram (−) bacteria, yeasts and/or fungi. | 06-25-2015 |
20150126479 | AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS OF 1,2-BENZISOTHIAZOLIN-3-ONE - What is described herein is an environment-friendly, highly aqueous solution of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one (BIT) which is free from volatile organic compounds (VOC's), glycols, derivatives of glycols, glycerols and/or derivatives of glycerols. The composition comprises: (i) about 0.1% to about 30% by wt. of BIT; (ii) about 5% to about 15% by wt. of neutralizing agent; (iii) about 50% to about 85% by wt. of water; and (iv) about 0.1% to about 5% by wt. of chelating agent. The aqueous solution of BIT may further comprise at least one water soluble form of a co-biocide. The composition is efficient in protecting aqueous media against microbial attack in various industrial applications. | 05-07-2015 |
20150064121 | COSMETIC COMPOSITION COMPRISING A SYNERGISTIC TRF2 PROTEIN ACTIVATION SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A COMBINATION OF A PEPTIDIC SOYBEAN AND YEAST EXTRACT AND THE USES THEREOF - A cosmetic composition having a synergistic TRF2 protein activation system consisting essentially of a combination of a peptidic soybean and yeast extract in a physiologically acceptable medium is disclosed and protecting or treating damage to the DNA of skin cells associated with aging by applying the cosmetic composition thereto, typically topically. The peptidic soybean and yeast extract is obtained by hydrolyzing at least 80% of soybeans by weight of the total weight of raw materials and at most 20% of yeast by weight of the total weight of raw materials. | 03-05-2015 |
20150044161 | MULTIFUNCTIONAL POLYMERS - Described herein are multifunctional polymers comprising a first repeating unit having at least one pseudo-cationic moiety, a second repeating unit having at least a hydrophobic moiety, and a third repeating unit, where the weight-average molecular weight is less than about 10,000 Da. In one embodiment the polymers exhibit antimicrobial activity. Also provided are compositions formulated with the multifunctional polymers, and a method of providing antimicrobial activity. | 02-12-2015 |
20150041632 | EFFICIENT METHOD FOR RADIOCHROMIC FILM DOSIMETRY - The present invention provides a method for measuring a two-dimensional distribution of ionizing radiation doses with high spatial resolution. The method comprises exposing radiation sensitive film to a pattern of ionizing radiation to form a measurement film, exposing areas of radiation sensitive film to a plurality of known doses of the ionizing radiation to form a calibration film(s), scanning all the exposed films together with an unexposed radiation sensitive film at a single time to produce a digital image, measuring those areas of the digital image corresponding to the unexposed film and the calibration film(s) exposed to different known doses, associating the measured responses in the areas to the known doses and using the association to convert the values in the scanned image corresponding to the measurement film from scanner response values to dose values. In a preferred embodiment, all of the radiation sensitive films are the same type of film. | 02-12-2015 |
20150011525 | SOLID DISPERSION OF POORLY SOLUBLE COMPOUNDS COMPRISING CROSPOVIDONE AND AT LEAST ONE WATER-SOLUBLE POLYMER - A stable ternary solid dispersion composition with enhanced physical stability and/or bioavailability comprising: (a) about 1% wt. to about 50% wt. of one or more poorly soluble active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) which belongs to Biopharmaceutics Classification System (BCS) class II and/or IV; (b) about 11% wt. to about 50% wt. of at least one water-soluble polymer; and (c) about 20% wt. to about 99% wt. of crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone (crospovidone, a water-insoluble polymer). The solid dispersion is capable of inhibiting crystallization of API in solid state and/or aqueous gastrointestinal tract (GIT) medium. Also disclosed is a method of preparation of such solid dispersion composition by fusion or solvent or fusion-solvent method. | 01-08-2015 |
20140303313 | SOLUBLE BRANCHED POLYMERS - Branched polymers are prepared from at least (A) at least one monomer having an electron donor moiety, (B) at least one monomer having an electron acceptor moiety, and (C) at least one multifunctional branching agent comprising a urea moiety and at least two N-vinyl groups. The branched polymers are least 20% (by weight) soluble in a solvent for which the corresponding polymer of equal molecular weight made without said multifunctional branching agent is at least 20% (by weight) soluble. Due in part to the wide range of chemistries and solubility and rheological properties, the branched polymers find application in personal care, pharmaceutical/nutritional, and performance chemicals compositions. | 10-09-2014 |
20140296441 | LACTAMIC POLYMER CONTAINING AN ACETOACETATE MOIETY - The invention provides lactamic polymers comprising an acetoacetate moiety. The lactamic polymers may be readily functionalized and the functionalized lactamic polymers may be further derivatized to provide a wide variety of useful polymers having desirable chemical and physical properties. The lactamic polymers of the invention may be employed in a wide variety of compositions. (A); (B) wherein R | 10-02-2014 |
20140242015 | ANTIPERSPIRANT/DEODORANT COMPOSITIONS - Antiperspirant/deodorant compositions have lower, or even zero amounts of aluminium and/or zirconium antiperspirant actives. A polymer having one or more anhydride and/or diacid moieties, such as succinic (maleic) anhydride and/or diacid. The antiperspirant/deodorant compositions comprise a polymer with a non-zero acid value and a cationic species, which may be a cationic polymer, cationic molecule, cation, and/or a cationic carrier. Product are formed for the antiperspirant/deodorant composition, as well as a method of treating perspiration. | 08-28-2014 |
20140219943 | COMPLEX FOR IMPROVEMENT OF DISTRIBUTION AND RETENTION OF FRAGRANCES INTO KERATINOUS MATTER, USES, COSMETIC PRODUCT AND METHOD FOR IMPROVEMENT OF DISTRIBUTION AND RETENTION OF FRAGRANCES INTO KERATINOUS MATTER - The present invention refers to a complex for the improvement of distribution and retention of fragrances into keratinous matter comprising (a) C10-C18 alkyl pyrrolidone, (b) at least one polyol compound and (c) at least one fatty alcohol, as well as uses, products, and related methods. The complex of the present invention homogeneously distributes fragrance into the keratinous matter, achieving a better interaction between the fragrance and the keratinous substrate, and better and longer perception of it, ensuring greater durability of the fragrance. | 08-07-2014 |
20140148449 | HIGHLY LOADED AMORPHOUS EFAVIRENZ COMPOSITION AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME - A stable and high loading ternary solid dispersion composition comprising (a) about 50% wt. to about 90% wt. of amorphous Efavirenz; (b) about 10% wt. to about 50% wt. of polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP), a first polymer; (c) about 1% wt. to about 30% wt. of a water-soluble second polymer; and (d) optionally about 0.1% wt. to about 50% wt. of at least one pharmaceutically acceptable excipient. Also discloses a high loading ternary composition comprising (a) a solid dispersion composition comprising (i) about 50% wt. to about 90% wt. of amorphous Efavirenz; (ii) about 10% wt. to about 50% wt. of polyvinyl pyrrolidone, a first polymer; (b) about 1% wt. to about 30% wt. of a water-soluble second polymer blended with solid dispersion of composition of (a); and (c) optionally about 0.1% wt. to about 50% wt. of at least one pharmaceutically acceptable excipient. Additionally discloses a method for preparing solid dosage forms comprising (i) amorphous Efavirenz and (ii) polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP), a first polymer; (iii) a water-soluble second polymer; and (iv) optionally, at least one pharmaceutical excipients. | 05-29-2014 |
20140135297 | AQUEOUS VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND FREE DISINFECTANT AND/OR CLEANING COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF PREPARATION - The present application provides an aqueous, stable, VOC-free microemulsion based antimicrobial disinfectant and/or cleaning concentrate composition capable of inhibiting or killing gram(+), gram(−) and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) comprising (i) a water-soluble matrix composite made of (a) water-soluble polymer, and (b) water-soluble surfactant; (ii) a blend of antimicrobial agents comprising (a) at least one compound selected from phenols, halogenated phenols, derivatives of phenols, derivatives of halogenated phenols, bis -phenols, cresols, resorcinols, halogenated hydroxyl diphenylethers, anilides or combinations thereof; and (b) at least one compound derived from essential oils; and (iii) optionally, one or more additives. Also, there is described a method of use and process for preparing the composition. | 05-15-2014 |
20140128550 | 4- AND 5-SUBSTITUTED 1,2,3-TRIAZOLE, AND REGIOISOMER MIXTURES THEREOF, MODIFIED POLYMERS - Provided are novel 4- and 5-substituted 1,2,3-triazoles, and regioisomer mixtures thereof, modified polymers, wherein the substituted 1,2,3-triazoles are modified by reaction with a modifying polymer (maleic anhydride based polymer). Depending upon the ratio of the substituted 1,2,3-triazole to the maleic anhydride based polymer employed, the resulting modified polymers can provide maleic anhydride based polymers that are partially or fully reacted with the substituted 1,2,3-triazoles. The resulting modified polymers may be partially or fully opened to provide amic acids, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acidic salts, imides, or esters. The novel 4- or 5-substituted 1,2,3-triazoles, and regioisomer mixtures thereof, modified polymers can be converted to a wide variety of useful polymers and may be employed in a wide variety of compositions. An example of a modified polymer may be represented by the structure: formule: (1) wherein m, n, and q are defined herein. | 05-08-2014 |
20140066381 | NOVEL PEPTIDES THAT ARE MODULATORS OF THE PROTEIN TRF2 AND COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING SAME - Peptide compounds of the following general formula (I): | 03-06-2014 |
20140045698 | N-ALKYL LACTAM ETHERS, AND COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - Described is a class of symmetrical and asymmetrical N-alkyl lactam ethers. One preferred ether is bis-N-ethyl pyrrolidone ether. Preferred compositions and uses of the ethers are in performance chemicals, personal care, and pharmaceutical fields, where they function a variety of roles, including as a solvent, solubilizer, freezing point depressor, diluent, extracting agent, cleaning agent, degreaser, absorbent and/or dispersion agent. | 02-13-2014 |
20140044655 | NOVEL ACTIVATOR PEPTIDES FOR SYNTHESIZING EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX PROTEINS, AND COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING SAME - This invention relates to new peptides activating extracellular matrix protein synthesis in the skin. | 02-13-2014 |
20140039090 | PROCESS OF MAKING A STABLE AQUEOUS DISPERSION OF CONCENTRATED, FINELY DIVIDED PARTICLES OF A BIOCIDE - This invention provides a process of making a stable aqueous dispersion including concentrated, finely divided particles of a water insoluble biocide active, which comprises grinding the biocide in water in the presence of a non-ionic polymeric dispersant and optionally a co-dispersant, and compositions prepared by this process. | 02-06-2014 |
20140037560 | NOVEL PEPTIDES INVOLVED IN THE SCF C-KIT SIGNALING PATHWAY AND COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SAME - This invention relates to peptide compounds of general formula (I) R | 02-06-2014 |
20130336905 | COMPOSITIONS OF ENHANCED VISCOSITY, CLARITY, OR BOTH ENHANCED VISCOSITY AND CLARITY - Provided herein are compositions that exhibit enhanced clarity, higher viscosity, or both enhanced clarity and higher viscosity for a wide range of application arts, such as personal care compositions. The compositions have lightly- to moderately-crosslinked PVP and at least one additive. | 12-19-2013 |
20130336904 | NOVEL ANTI-AGEING PEPTIDES MODULATING SURVIVIN AND COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING SAME - The present invention relates to peptide compounds of the general formula (I) R | 12-19-2013 |
20130324687 | COMPOUNDS, MONOMERS, AND POLYMERS CONTAINING A CARBONATE LINKAGE - The invention provides compounds and monomers having a carbonate linkage. The monomers can be used to form homopolymers or can be coupled with other monomers to provide a wide variety of non-homopolymers. The invention further provides a wide variety of compositions comprising the compounds, monomers, and polymers. In the exemplary structures below, Q, A, R, and n are as described herein. | 12-05-2013 |
20130324443 | SALT-TOLERANT, THERMALLY-STABLE RHEOLOGY MODIFIERS - A salt-tolerant, thermally-stable rheology modifier and, in particular, a rheology modifier for applications in oil-field well-bore fluids. In accordance with one aspect, the rheology modifier comprises a terpolymer of acrylamide, 2-acrylamido-2-methyl-propanesulfonic acid (AMPS) and a long-chain alkyl acrylate wherein the terpolymer is prepared by dispersion polymerization. | 12-05-2013 |
20130315852 | DURABLE STYLING COMPOSITIONS AND THE USES THEREOF - Compositions are disclosed that impart one or more durable hair styling benefits. The durable styling compositions comprise at least a first compound having anhydride, diacid, diester, or half-acid/half-ester functionality, and a second compound having at least one amine moiety or hydroxyl functional group. In one embodiment the durable styling composition takes the form of a leave-in product. The durable styling compositions are heat-activated, which may be accomplished through the use of a heated styling tool like a flat-iron, curling iron, and/or hair dryer. The benefits include shine, conditioning, softness, defrizzing, and improved hair alignment, and endure for up to 5 wash cycles or more without having to reapply the durable styling composition nor heat. | 11-28-2013 |
20130310428 | THERMO-STABLE, ARSENIC-FREE SYNERGISTIC BIOCIDE CONCENTRATE COMPOSITION FOR POLYMER MATRICES AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING SAME - A thermo-stable, arsenic-free synergistic biocide concentrate composition to afford enhanced antimicrobial properties to a polymer matrix comprising (i) a mixture of trihalomethyl-thio-phthalimide analogue and a second biocide; (ii) an antioxidant; (iii) a carrier; and (iv) optionally, one or more additives. The composition is capable of withstanding high processing temperatures up to about 250° C., substantially without thermal degradation of biocides and discoloration of the polymer matrix employed. | 11-21-2013 |
20130303431 | VISUALLY PERCEIVABLE IMAGE-FORMING DYE SCAVENGING ARTICLE - The present application relates to a visually perceivable image-forming dye scavenging article capable of absorbing and/or inhibiting transfer of fugitive dyes released during laundering, the article comprising (i) a support substrate with an imprint of an image on at least one surface of the substrate; (ii) at least one dye scavenging compound fixably adhered to the imprinted image; (iii) optionally, a film forming agent; (iv) optionally, a cross-linking agent; (v) optionally, a rheology modifying agent; and (vi) optionally, a catalyst to accelerate the polymerization reaction. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing the article and use of the same. | 11-14-2013 |
20130288978 | DERMATOPONTIN-ACTIVATING PEPTIDES AND COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING SAME - This invention relates to peptides activating dermatopontin in the skin. | 10-31-2013 |
20130267570 | STABLE AND AQUEOUS CONCENTRATED PRESERVATIVE COMPOSITION OF DEHYDROACETIC ACID (DHA) AND METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE (MIT) - An aqueous, stable, highly-concentrated preservative composition comprising (i) about 5 to 50 wt % of a dehydroacetic acid (DHA) or a salt thereof; (ii) about 1 to 20 wt % of a 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one (MIT); (iii) about 0.1 to 10 wt % of at least one block copolymer; (iv) optionally, about 0.01 to 5.0 wt % of at least one sulfosuccinate surfactant; (v) optionally, about 0.01 to 5.0 wt % of at least one sequestering agent; and (vi) optionally, about 0.01 to 5.0 wt % of one or more additives. Also disclosed is a process for preparing said preservative composition. | 10-10-2013 |
20130261275 | NON-HOMOPOLYMERS EXHIBITING GAS HYDRATE INHIBITION, SALT TOLERANCE AND HIGH CLOUD POINT - Polymers are provided that offer gas hydrate inhibition, salt tolerance, and high cloud point. The polymers are polymerized from at least (A) 50 mole percent or more of a monomer selected from the group consisting of: N-vinyl-2-caprolactam, one of its analogues, and combinations thereof, (B) an alkenyl sulfonic acid monomer, salt thereof, or combinations thereof, and (C) an TV-vinyl amide, a (meth)acrylamide or one of its analogues, or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the (A) monomer is N-vinyl-2-caprolactam, the (B) monomer is 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane sulfonic acid or salt thereof, and the (C) monomer is N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone, acrylamide, methacrylamide, or combinations thereof. | 10-03-2013 |
20130261268 | LACTAMIC POLYMER CONTAINING AN ACETOACETATE MOIETY - The present invention provides lactamic polymers containing an acetoacetate moiety. The lactamic polymers may be readily functionalized and the functionalized lactamic polymers may be further derivatized to provide a wide variety of useful polymers having desirable chemical and physical properties. The lactamic polymers of the present invention may be employed in a wide variety of compositions. Formula (I) wherein R | 10-03-2013 |
20130243703 | SELF ADAPTING POLYMERS FOR ANHYDROUS SUNSCREEN FORMULATIONS - Compositions comprising sun-care actives and self adapting polymers are disclosed. Self adapting polymers align themselves with the hydrophilic group pointing to the surface during application thus delivering an aesthetically pleasing surface to the consumers with a pleasant after feel. These polymers then rearrange upon contact with water so that the hydrophobic groups now point to the surface which then increases the water resistance of the formulation. | 09-19-2013 |
20130210630 | SELF-EMULSIFYING OIL - A concentrate suitable for forming a stable aqueous composition upon dilution with water includes in one aspect a self-emulsifying oil comprising a modified vegetable oil which is modified with a moiety more polar than the vegetable oil and the polar moiety is attached by a covalent bond to the vegetable oil and an active ingredient. | 08-15-2013 |
20130203825 | PHOSPHATE-FREE HIGHLY CONCENTRATED AQUEOUS DISPERSION COMPOSITION OF BIOCIDES AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME - A phosphate-free, highly-concentrated aqueous dispersion composition comprising at least one biocide, sulfosuccinate based surfactant, block copolymer, suspending agent, and optionally an antifoaming agent and desired additives if any. The composition of the present application is significantly stable against heat, cold, transit, storage and dilution for at least 18 months. The preferred biocides of the dispersion composition are 2-meth-4-isothiazolin-3-one (MIT), 1,2-Benzisothiazolin-3-one (BIT), 5-Chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one (CMIT), 2-Octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one (Off) 3-Iodo-2-propynylbutyl carbamate (IPBC), oxyfluorfen, thiabendazole, terbutryn, zinc pyrithione (ZnPy), bronopol, folpet, diiiron, dehydroacetic acid (DHA), dazomet and carbendazim alone or in combination. Also disclosed is a process for preparing the dispersion composition and appropriate applications thereof. | 08-08-2013 |
20130202544 | THICKENED COMPOSITONS OF HIGH PH - Provided herein are thickened compositions produced upon assembling a first sub-formulation having a hydroxide, and at least one second sub -formulation having an alkaline material, wherein at least one sub-formulation is thickened by lightly-to moderately-crosslinked PVP. Unlike other compositions not having the lightly-to moderately-crosslinked PVP, those described herein maintain or even build viscosity when the first and second sub -formulations are blended. The compositions may be utilized in the formulation of personal care and performance chemicals, such as hair relaxers, hair straighteners, depilators, degreasers, paint strippers, and cleaners. Methods for enhancing product handling and performance are also described. | 08-08-2013 |
20130193316 | RADIATION DOSIMETRY METHOD - A radiation dosimetry method and associated devices for carrying out the method are disclosed herein. More particularly, a method and associated apparatus which compensates for variations in amounts of a radiation sensitive material in a radiation dosimetry film is provided. | 08-01-2013 |
20130189381 | USE OF COMPOSITION COMPRISING A PEPTIDIC FAVA BEAN EXTRACT FOR THE STIMULATION OF HAIR GROWTH - The present invention relates to the use of a composition comprising at least one peptidic fava bean extract as an active agent capable of limiting hair loss, and/or stimulating its growth. Moreover, the composition is intended, on one hand, to modulate the Clock, Perl and Bmal1 genes in the dermal papilla cells, and, on the other hand, to restore the circadian rhythm and resynchronize the biological clock of said cells. Finally, the present invention relates to several methods of non-therapeutic cosmetic treatment using said composition. | 07-25-2013 |
20130150520 | MODIFICATION OF POLYMERS CONTAINING AN ANHYDRIDE AND USES THEREOF - The present invention provides polymers resulting from modification of polymeric moieties containing an anhydride with modifying reactant moieties. The invention further provides a wide variety of compositions comprising the and modified polymeric moieties containing an anhydride. The letters b, d, e, and z are described herein. | 06-13-2013 |
20130129657 | SPRAYABLE COMPOSITION COMPRISING HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT CHARGED POLYMER - Disclosed herein are sprayable compositions comprising: a complex of (A) at least one charged (or pseudo-charged) polymer having a molecular weight of about 125,000 amu or more; and (B) a least one oppositely charged, rheology modifying, crosslinked polymer having at least one carboxylic functional group. The composition may provide a spray with a median particle size of less than about 175 μm. Also disclosed are methods for preparing the compositions as well as creating the spray. The invention enables the spray of the high molecular weight charged (or pseudo-charged) polymer in any number of uses including personal care and performance chemicals application. | 05-23-2013 |
20130123147 | POLYMERS HAVING ACID AND AMIDE MOIETIES, AND USES THEREOF - Polymers are described that are polymerized from at least one reactive vinyl monomer having acid functionality or a salt thereof, and at least one reactive vinyl monomer having amide functionality. These polymers have a molecular weight from about 500 Da to about 15,000 Da; and may additionally comprise one or more solvent adducts. These polymers may be included in compositions that find use in oilfield applications, such as for inhibition and/or prevention of gas hydrates and/or corrosion. | 05-16-2013 |
20130121935 | NOVEL CASPASE-14 ACTIVATOR PEPTIDES AND COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SAID PEPTIDES - The invention relates to peptide compounds of general formula (I) R | 05-16-2013 |
20130116194 | COSMETIC COMPOSITION FOR RESTORING LIPIDIC LAYER OF THE STRATUM CORNEUM IN ORTHORHOMBIC - The present invention refers to a cosmetic composition of the oil-in-glycol type comprising (a) at least one sucrose non-ionic surfactant or derivatives thereof, (b) at least one fatty alcohol, (c) at least one glycol and (d) at least one ingredient selected from aminoacid and/or peptide, as well as associated uses, products and methods. The composition of the invention is capable of restoring the cutaneous barrier, reorganizing the lipidic layer of the stratum corneum in orthorhombic, conceding hydration, renewal and cellular energization in the long run. In a particular embodiment, said composition can be used simultaneously as an emulsifying system for preparing cosmetic products, for example, in the preparation of creams, lotions, etc. | 05-09-2013 |
20130090443 | POLYMERIZABLE CARBAMATE AND THIOCARBAMATE COMPOUNDS, POLYMERS DERIVED FROM THEM, AND COMPOSITIONS THEREOF - Carbamate and thiocarbamate compounds are described that comprise a polymerizable moiety and one or more free hydroxyl and/or thiol groups. Polymers may be obtained by polymerizing these carbamate and/or thiocarbamate compounds. The carbamate and thiocarbamate compounds, as well as the polymers they produce may be formulated into adhesive, agricultural, biocide, cleaning, coating, encapsulation, membrane, oilfield, performance chemical, and personal care compositions. | 04-11-2013 |
20130085248 | POLYMERS PREPARED FROM MIXTURES OF MULTIFUNCTIONAL N-VINYLFORMAMIDE AND HYBRID REACTIVE N-VINYLFORMAMIDE CROSSLINKING MONOMER MOIETIES AND USES THEREOF - The present invention provides polymers resulting from polymerization of at least one reactive vinyl monomer moiety and a multifunctional N-vinylformamide crosslinking moiety; polymers resulting from polymerization of at least one reactive vinyl monomer moiety and a hybrid N-vinylformamide crosslinking moiety having at least one N-vinylformamide functionality and at least one other reactive vinyl functionality; polymers resulting from polymerization of at least one hybrid reactive N-vinylformamide monomer moiety having one N-vinylformamide functionality and at least one other reactive non-vinyl functionality and a multifunctional N-vinylformamide crosslinking moiety; and polymers resulting from polymerization of at least one hybrid reactive N-vinylformamide monomer moiety having one N-vinylformamide functionality and at least one other reactive non-vinyl functionality and a hybrid N-vinylformamide crosslinking moiety having at least one N-vinylformamide functionality and at least one other reactive vinyl functionality. The invention further provides a wide variety of compositions comprising the novel crosslinked polymers. | 04-04-2013 |
20130085230 | REACTIVE SOLUTION OF POLYMERIZABLE POLYMER COMPRISING POLYMERIZABLE REACTIVE FUNCTIONALITIES, PROCESS AND COMPOSITIONS THEREOF - Disclosed herein a process for the preparation of reactive solution of polymerizable polymers comprising polymerizable reactive functionality and wherein one approach discloses a polymerizable polymer comprising a (i) N-vinyl amide monomer; (ii) dual functional monomer; and (iii) polymerizable monomelic solvent. An additional approach reveals about polymerizable polymer comprising (i) a base polymer made from N-vinyl amide monomer and a co-monomer with the proviso for grafting; (ii) graft functional monomer; and (iii) a polymerizable monomelic solvent to enable a medium for polymerization. Also, discloses about the compositions comprising reactive solution of polymerizable polymer and its various possible applications. | 04-04-2013 |
20130078879 | REACTIVE MONOMER FOR A COATING AND/OR REACTIVE COATING - Disclosed herein are coating solutions comprising a reactive monomer, process and compositions for preparing the same that are suitable for a coating and/or reactive coating. More particularly, the present invention relates to monomers comprising a multifunctional N-vinylformamide crosslinking moiety and their use in coatings. Also disclosed are applications and compositions comprising coating solutions of a reactive monomer and its application in printing processes and inks. | 03-28-2013 |
20130065759 | PREFORMED CONCENTRATE FOR DELIVERY OF WATER INSOLUBLE FILM FORMING POLYMERS - A preformed concentrate, capable of forming emulsion/micro-emulsion upon dilution with water, for providing peripheral desiccating effect on leaves/crops comprising: (i) a water insoluble film forming polymer; (ii) a long chain substituted amide; and (iii) an oil soluble surfactant. | 03-14-2013 |
20130045241 | STABILIZED AQUEOUS DISPERSION OF FOLPET ANALOGUES, METHOD OF PREPARING THE SAME AND COMPOSITION THEREOF - An aqueous dispersion having a mixture of a hydrolysis-sensitive biocide, an iodo-derived hydrophobic biocide and an inert carrier dispersed in water. The iodo-derived hydrophobic biocide forms a complex with the inert carrier and the hydrolysis-sensitive biocide that is dispersible in water. The hydrophobic coating includes an inert carrier and the hydrolysis-sensitive biocide may be trihalogenomethylthio phthalimide or an analogue thereof and the iodo-derived hydrophobic biocide may be iodopropynyl butylcarbamate. The aqueous dispersion may also include a water-repelling layer coating the complex. | 02-21-2013 |
20130025495 | COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A REACTIVE MONOMER AND USES THEREOF - Disclosed herein are compositions such as ink or coating compositions that include at least one reactive monomer that includes a maleimide of the general formula (I) A- is or includes an aryl, an alkylaryl, or an arylalkyl. The reactive monomer may be or include 4-butylphenyl maleimide. The composition may also include a reactive co-solvent that may include at least one of a (meth)acryl monomer or prepolymer, a (meth)acryl ester of an epoxy type monomer or prepolymer, and a urethane type monomer or prepolymer. | 01-31-2013 |
20130017160 | THICKENING ADDITIVE COMPOSITIONS - A thickening additive composition comprising: (A) a substantially anhydrous solvent system; and (B) a thickening agent, wherein the thickening agent comprises a strongly swellable, lightly to moderately crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone. Personal care compositions containing the thickening additive composition are also described. | 01-17-2013 |
20130004667 | COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A REACTIVE MONOMER AND WITH A UREA OR URETHANE FUNCTIONAL GROUP - Disclosed herein are compositions comprising a reactive monomer, and, in particular, coating and/or reactive coating compositions. More particularly, compositions containing monomers comprising a lactam moiety, a urethane or urea functional group, and a polymerizable moiety are disclosed. | 01-03-2013 |
20120317734 | THICKENED HAIR COLORS - Described herein are beneficial hair color mixes comprising lightly- to moderately-crosslinked PVP. The color mix may be derived from one, two, or more parts, and the color mix exhibits satisfactory viscosity, stability, and formulation compatibility. | 12-20-2012 |
20120301522 | PEROXIDE-STABILIZED ABRASIVE TOOTH WHITENING COMPOSITIONS, PROCESS FOR PREPARING AND METHOD OF USE - Disclosed herein is a water-based, peroxide-stabilized, abrasive tooth whitening composition comprising: (i) a peroxide-polymer complex comprising (a) a peroxide component or a peroxide generating component; and (b) a vinyl lactam based polymer; (ii) coated abrasive particles; and one or more orally acceptable carriers. This application also provides methods for whitening the tooth surfaces by contacting with the compositions. Additionally disclosed is a process for preparing the compositions. | 11-29-2012 |
20120294818 | Antiperspirant Compositions - Compositions containing a relatively high concentration of electrolytes and a thickening agent, wherein the thickening agent comprises a strongly swellable, lightly to moderately crosslinked polyvinyl pyrrolidone. The polyvinyl pyrrolidone thickening agent is characterized by an aqueous gel volume of about 15 to 150 ml/g and a Brookfield viscosity of at least 10,000 cps for a 5% aqueous solution at 25° C. | 11-22-2012 |
20120282198 | COSMETIC AND/OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING AN EXTRACT OF CAROB AS ACTIVE AGENT FOR ACTIVATING AQUAPORIN EXPRESSION - The invention relates to a cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical composition comprising, in a physiologically suitable medium, a carob peptide extract ( | 11-08-2012 |
20120276211 | POLYMERIZABLE LACTAMIC COPOLYMERS SUITABLE FOR THE FORMATION OF COATINGS ON MICROENCAPSULATED PARTICLES - This present application relates to microcapsules or compositions containing microcapsules wherein the microcapsules comprise a polymerizable lactamic copolymer. More particularly, certain aspects are directed to the use of polymerizable lactamic copolymers in the formation of coatings on microencapsulated particles. These polymerizable lactamic copolymers can result in surface modified microencapsulated particles that may be anionic, non-ionic, or cationic. | 11-01-2012 |
20120225106 | PERSONAL CARE COMPOSITIONS WITH SUSPENDED METAL OXIDES - Described herein are personal care compositions for use on the skin, hair, and lips that comprise: (A) at least one metal oxide, (B) lightly- to moderately-crosslinked PVP, and (C) at least one vehicle selected from the group consisting of: alcohols, esters, oils, glycols, and combinations thereof. The lightly- to moderately-crosslinked PVP suspends the metal oxide(s) whether or not water is added. Exemplary products embraced by the invention include sunscreens, diaper rash preparations, and anti-pruritic substances in the form of a lotion, cream, ointment, or gel. | 09-06-2012 |
20120220741 | POLYVINYLAMIDE POLYMERS CONTAINING POLYMERIZABLE FUNCTIONALITIES - The present invention relates to a polymerizable polymer formed from an N-vinyl amide monomer and containing a polymerizable functionality. In one approach, a dual functional monomer may be employed. In the case where the dual functional monomer incorporates glycidyl methacrylate, a third polymerizable monomer is also included. In a second approach, a monomer with polymerizable functionality can be grafted onto a pre-existing, suitable N-vinyl amide co-polymeric material, yielding a co-polymer comprising a polymerizable functionality. | 08-30-2012 |
20120220541 | USE OF YEAST PEPTIDE HYDROLYSATE AS AN ACTIVE AGENT FOR STRENGTHENING HAIR - The invention concerns the use of a composition comprising at least one yeast ( | 08-30-2012 |
20120187352 | Penetrating UV-Protecting Compositions to Protect Wood and Lignin - Disclosed herein are compositions for protecting a substrate against UV damage that comprise UV absorber(s), microemulsifier(s), polyol(s), and a water-based vehicle. In preferred embodiments, the compositions find application to protect lignin from degradation, or as primer coatings for wood surfaces, especially for use under UV-curable coatings. In other preferred embodiments the compositions are free of any film-forming polymer. | 07-26-2012 |
20120178822 | Co-Processed Excipient Compositions - An oral solid dosage form having improved dissolution profile and a method of producing the same are provided. The present invention particularly provides a co-processed excipient composition and a method of producing the same. More particularly, it relates to a co-processed binary mixture of crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone and calcium silicate; wherein the weight ratio of crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone and calcium silicate is in the range of 1:1 to 20:1. The binary mixture when combined with a poorly soluble drug enhances its dissolution and extent of release. | 07-12-2012 |
20120157352 | DEGRADABLE POLYMER COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - The invention relates to novel polymers derived from: (A) at least one N-vinyl amide-based unit and/or at least one acrylamide-based unit, and (B) at least one unit comprising: (i) at least one hydroxyl group, and/or (ii) at least one functional group convertible to a hydroxyl group wherein at least one group is converted to hydroxyl functionality in the final polymer product, wherein the polymer comprises at least one ester group. The polymers and compositions are used in oilfield applications, such as an inhibitor of gas hydrates and/or a kinetic inhibitor of gas hydrates. The polymer can assume alternating, block, and/or random configurations of the repeating units, with at least one ester group. | 06-21-2012 |
20120149578 | Manipulation of Cloud Point for Two-Phase, Aqueous Polymeric Systems - Two-phase, aqueous polymeric systems comprised of lactamic monomers containing additives suitable for adjusting the cloud point temperature of the polymeric compositions are described. Of particular utility is the use of these additives to adjust the cloud point in aqueous solutions comprised of salts. | 06-14-2012 |
20120148514 | N-ALKYL LACTAM ETHERS, AND COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - Described is a class of symmetrical and asymmetrical N-alkyl lactam ethers. One preferred ether is bis-N-ethyl pyrrolidone ether. Preferred compositions and uses of the ethers are in performance chemicals, personal care, and pharmaceutical fields, where they function a variety of roles, including as a solvent, solubilizer, freezing point depressor, diluent, extracting agent, cleaning agent, degreaser, absorbent and/or dispersion agent. | 06-14-2012 |
20120094920 | COSMETIC AND/OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING A PEPTIDIC HYDROLYZATE THAT CAN REINFORCE THE BARRIER FUNCTION - The invention relates to a peptidic hydrolyzate enriched in bioactive peptide, capable of reinforcing the skin barrier function and stimulating epidermal differentiation. The invention is also relative to a cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, said hydrolyzate as active principle. The invention further relates to the use, in a cosmetic composition, of the active principle according to the invention to activate the HMG-CoA reductase in the cutaneous cells, and to prevent and combat the cutaneous signs of aging and photo-aging. | 04-19-2012 |
20120093748 | TOPICAL PERSONAL CARE AND PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - Topical compositions are provided that have 0.5% or more of at least one personal care or pharmaceutical acid, and lightly- to moderately-crosslinked PVP, which is an effective thickener in the low pH systems. In preferred embodiments, the acid is a hydroxy acid and the composition used for personal care, or prescriptive or non-prescriptive medication indications for use on the skin, hair, scalp, foot, or lips. Also provided is the use of the topical compositions to deliver the acid(s) to the skin, hair, scalp, foot, or lips. Especially preferred is a use to reduce irritation and stinging compared to an equivalent compositions not having lightly- to moderately-crosslinked PVP. | 04-19-2012 |
20120077893 | Premixes Suitable for the Production of Membrane Materials - Premixes suitable for the production of membrane materials are described. Products of this invention are suitable for the formation of membranes and membrane modules that may be in the form of flat sheets, tubes, or hollow fibers. | 03-29-2012 |
20120077717 | Polymers Having N-Vinyl Amide And Hydroxyl Moieties, Their Compositions And The Uses Thereof - The invention relates to polymers derived at least from one: (A) one N-vinyl amide unit, and (B) one hydroxyl-containing acrylate unit, and to polymers derived at least from: (A) N-vinyl-2-caprolactam, and (B) one non-acrylate unit having: (i) at least one hydroxyl group, and/or (ii) at least one functional group convertible to a hydroxyl group wherein at least one group is converted to hydroxyl functionality in the final polymer product. Such polymers may exhibit degradability, e.g., in seawater or soil environments. In preferred embodiments, these polymers and compositions thereof are used in oilfield applications, such as an inhibitor of gas hydrates and/or a kinetic inhibitor of gas hydrates. The polymer can assume alternating, block, and/or random configurations of the repeating units, with at least one ester group. The chemical structure subscripts m, and n may be any integer equal to or greater than 1. | 03-29-2012 |
20120071522 | THERMAL STABILIZATION OF BIOCIDES IN MATRIX COMPOSITIONS PROCESSED AT ELEVATED TEMPERATURES - A composition includes (a) a matrix, (b) a biocide, and (c) an antioxidant, in which said biocide exhibits thermal stability at matrix processing temperatures up to 250° C. | 03-22-2012 |
20120058952 | HMG-COA REDUCTASE DERIVED PEPTIDE AND COSMETIC OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING SAME - The present invention relates to a peptide of general formula (I):
| 03-08-2012 |
20120041137 | THERMOSETTING RING-OPENING METATHESIS POLYMERIZATION MATERIALS WITH THERMALLY DEGRADABLE LINKAGES - The present invention provides a new class of thermosetting ring-opening metathesis polymerization materials based on norbornene and oxanorbornene dicarboximide moieties containing at least one acetal ester group linkage. The acetal ester group is degradable when subjected to heat or acidic aqueous hydrolysis. The polymerization materials can be used in reworkable thermosetting compositions. R1-Rs, X, and n are defined herein. | 02-16-2012 |
20120041040 | FUNCTIONALIZED 4- AND 5-VINYL SUBSTITUTED REGIOISOMERS OF 1, 2, 3-TRIAZOLES VIA 1, 3-DIPOLAR CYCLOADDITION AND POLYMERS THEREOF - The present invention provides novel functionalized mixtures 4- and 5-vinyl substituted regioisomers of 1,2,3-triazoles via 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition. Functionalized alkyne moieties with a terminal alcoholic functionality are reacted with functionalized organic moieties with a terminal leaving group and an azide to provide an alcoholic functionalized mixture of 4- and 5-substituted regioisomers of 1,2,3-triazole moieties. The mixture may be converted to a wide variety of useful functionalized mixtures of 4- and 5-vinyl substituted regioisomers of 1,2,3-triazole moieties, which in turn can be converted to a wide variety of useful polymers The novel alcoholic functionalized mixtures of 4- and 5-substituted regioisomers can be separated by chromatography to provide the purified 4- and 5-alcoholic functionalized substituted 1,2,3-triazole moieties. The novel compounds of the invention can be employed in a wide variety of compositions (Formulae (I), (II)); wherein R | 02-16-2012 |
20120027703 | NOVEL PROTEASOME-ACTIVATING ANTI-AGING PEPTIDES AND COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING SAME - The present invention relates to peptidic compounds of general formula (I): | 02-02-2012 |
20120014886 | SOOTHING COSMETIC OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING A PEPTIDE WHICH ACTIVATES HMG-COA REDUCTASE - The present invention relates to a soothing cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one peptide that activates human HMG-CoA reductase of general formula (I): R | 01-19-2012 |
20110318433 | SOOTHING PHARMACEUTICAL OR COSMETIC COMPOSITION COMPRISING A PEPTIDE THAT ACTIVATES HMG-COA REDUCTASE - The present invention relates to a soothing cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one peptide that activates human HMG-CoA reductase of general formula (I): | 12-29-2011 |
20110318284 | NOVEL SIRTUIN 6 ACTIVATING PEPTIDES AND COSMETIC OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING THEM - The present invention relates to sirtuin 6 activating peptides, derived from highly conserved regions of human SIRT proteins, and to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one sirtuin 6 activating peptide in a physiologically acceptable medium. The invention further relates to the utilization of a cosmetic composition to prevent and/or repair DNA degradation, improve telomere maintenance and reduce cellular senescence. The invention also applies to a cosmetic treatment process intended to prevent and/or treat the cutaneous signs of aging and photo aging. | 12-29-2011 |
20110293540 | BRANCHED POLYMERS, COMPOSITIONS, AND USES THEREOF - Provided herein are branched polymers synthesized from: at least one (A1) reactive monomer having a vinyl functional group, or (A2) a hybrid reactive monomer having (a) at least one vinyl functional group and (b) at least one reactive non-vinyl functional group; and at least one: (B1) branching agent having at least two N-vinyl formamide functional groups or (B2) a hybrid branching agent having (a) at least one N-vinyl formamide functional group, and (b) at least one vinyl functional group. The polymers exhibit branching behavior, which in some embodiments lends to lower viscosity, enhanced processability, and/or improved sprayability compared to a corresponding polymer of equal molecular weight synthesized without the second reactive moiety. Formulations with the invention's polymers also are presented. | 12-01-2011 |
20110286991 | PEPTIDES DERIVED FROM HMG-COA REDUCTASE AND COSMETIC AND/OR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING SAME - The present invention relates to peptides derived from human HMG-CoA reductase of general formula (I): | 11-24-2011 |
20110207787 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS - What is described herein are antimicrobial compositions which are defined blends of a 1,2-diol and phenoxyethanol which show broad activity against bacteria, fungi and mold spores. This activity is potentiated by the addition thereto of small amounts of a co-biocide for which the blend acts as a delivery system for the otherwise water-insoluble co-biocide. | 08-25-2011 |
20110158926 | Use of a cruciferous protein hydrolysate as a depigmentation agent or for a cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical composition - The use of an effective quantity of a protein hydrolysate from plants belonging to the crucifer family, as whitening and/or depigmenting skin agent, for the preparation of a cosmetic and/or dermatological and/or pharmaceutical composition. In a preferred embodiment, the hydrolysate is obtained from rapeseed proteins. Also the composition may contain the aforementioned hydrolysate in a cosmetically and/or pharmaceutically acceptable excipient chosen between glycerol, propanediol and butylene glycol. | 06-30-2011 |
20110118163 | FRAGRANCE DELIVERY SYSTEM - A fragrance delivery system comprises a suspension concentrate including a suspending matrix and a fragrance material which system can be diluted with water to form a use composition such as a body wash formulation. | 05-19-2011 |
20110081555 | STABLE AQUEOUS SUSPENSION CONCENTRATE FOR DELIVERY OF UV-LABILE WATER-INSOLUBLE BIOCIDES - A stable, aqueous suspension concentrate which includes a solid polymeric dispersant comprising one or more anionic polymeric dispersing agents, optionally a co-dispersant which preferably is a homopolymer and/or a copolymer of a heterocyclic vinyl lactam, preferably in a wt. ratio of 0.1:1 to 1:0.1, a UV-labile, water-insoluble biocide active, and a UV-blocker or UV-absorber to stabilize said active upon storage and/or exposure to sunlight or UV radiation. | 04-07-2011 |
20100322882 | SOLUBILIZING AGENTS FOR ACTIVE OR FUNCTIONAL ORGANIC COMPOUNDS - An active or functional organic compound is solubilized by an ester of an aryl alcohol, e.g., phenethyl, benzyl or substituted benzyl alcohol, and an alkyl or cycloalkyl carboxylic acid, or by a carbonate of said aryl alcohol and an alkyl or cycloalkyl carbonic acid. | 12-23-2010 |
20100280299 | METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION OF ALPHA, OMEGA-OLEFINS BY USING THE COPPER CATALYZED COUPLING REACTION OF A GRIGNARD REAGENT WITH AN ALLYLIC SUBSTRATE - A process for the synthesis of linear α,ω-diolefins from an allylic substrate comprises the steps of a) forming the bis-Grignard reagent XMgCH | 11-04-2010 |
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20100213362 | RADIATION DOSIMETRY METHOD - A radiation dosimetry method and associated devices for carrying out the method are disclosed herein. More particularly, a method and associated apparatus which compensates for variations in amounts of a radiation sensitive material in a radiation dosimetry film is provided. | 08-26-2010 |
20090293762 | COMPOSITIONS OF WATER-INSOLUBLE ACTIVE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS - A concentrate suitable for forming a stable aqueous composition upon dilution with water includes a water-insoluble active organic compound and a water-insoluble oil-modified alpha-beta unsaturated carboxylic acid. | 12-03-2009 |
20090143341 | MICROBICIDAL COMPOSITION - The invention relates to a microbicidal composition which comprises a mixture of at least two components, the first component being 2-methyl-3-isothiazolone (MIT) and the second component being at least one active compound selected from the following groups of active compounds: a) compound having activated methylol groups b) quats or polyquats c) carbamates d) organic acids e) aromatic alcohols. | 06-04-2009 |
20090078126 | Process and equipment - Problems with incipiently gelling alginate or low-methoxy pectate sols in a bath of an aqueous solution containing calcium ions are reduced by having in the bath a perforated support surface which can be oscillated. The surface is preferably oscillated horizontally and vertically and preferably these oscillations are synchronised. Transport means to remove the product from the bath can be provided at one end of the bath. It is advantageous to ensure that at the beginning of the vertical oscillation the horizontal oscillation is in the direction of such transport means. Portions of the sol can be formed by extrusion either below or above the surface of the bath. The process is particularly useful for sols which have a sugar content greater than 10%. The invention also provides equipment comprising such a perforated support surface. Although the equipment is particularly useful for preparing alginate and low-methoxy pectate products it can also be used advantageously for other products which are formed in a bath and are susceptible to damage before they solidify adequately. | 03-26-2009 |
20080269568 | METHODS FOR VALIDATING A RADIOTHERAPY PLAN BY A DOSIMETRY SERVICE - Described are various methods for validating a patient's radiotherapy plan. One possible method comprises receiving a dose distribution at a dosimetry service, receiving dose data at the dosimetry service from a radiation detection device at a treatment site removed from the dosimetry service, the data having been gathered in accordance with the dose distribution, and evaluating the dose data in comparison to the dose distribution to prepare a validation report. | 10-30-2008 |