Methods for converting PVC to elastomers
US11685796B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 2, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02W30/62
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed are methods for upcycling polyvinyl chloride (PVC) that involve the dissolving of PVC in an organic solvent; and contacting the PVC with a base, thereby providing a partially dehydrochlorinated PVC. Polymers made by the disclosed, and articles therefore, are also disclosed.
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