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Broad molecular weight distribution polypropylenes with high melt flow rates and high flexural modulus

US11459453B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 9, 2018
Grant dateOct 4, 2022
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08L2314/02
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided is a reactor grade polypropylene suitable for injection molding applications comprising within a range from 0 wt % to 4 wt % ethylene and/or C4 to C12 α-olefin derived units, the polypropylene produced from a single catalyst and single stage polymerization process, and having a melt flow rate (MFR, 230° C./2.16 kg) greater than 10 g/10 min, and a 1% secant flexural modulus of at least 250 kpsi (1720 MPa).

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