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Additive for fiber strengthening

US11560461B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 6, 2018
Grant dateJan 24, 2023
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Expiry dateOct 22, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08L2203/12
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions that include a polymer and an aldaric acid, such as glucaric acid, are disclosed. The compositions may include polyvinyl alcohol and glucaric acid. The compositions may also include polyacrylonitrile and glucaric acid. In addition, the compositions may further include lignin. Also disclosed are fibers including the compositions, methods of making the fibers, and uses of the fibers.

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