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Method for preparing condensation polymers by emulsion polymerization

US4355154A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 6, 1981
Grant dateOct 19, 1982
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Expiry dateOct 6, 2001

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08G63/78
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Polyesters are prepared by reacting aqueous compositions containing an emulsified hydroxyacid or an emulsified mixture comprising a polyfunctional carboxylic acid or anhydride and a polyfunctional alcohol. The emulsion also contains a suitable polycondensation catalyst. The resultant polyesters are useful as plasticizers and as precursors for alkyd resins and other polymers.

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