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Foam compositions comprising polylactic acid polymer, polyvinyl acetate polymer and plasticizer, articles, and methods of making and using same

US11407872B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 2017
Grant dateAug 9, 2022
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08L2312/00
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Foam compositions are provided including a polylactic acid polymer; second (e.g., polyvinyl acetate) polymer having a glass transition temperature (Tg) of at least 25° C.; and plasticizer. Also described are articles comprising the foam compositions, such as a sheet or hearing protection article. Methods of making and using the foam compositions are further described herein.

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