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Multi-modal emulsions of water-soluble polymers

US4565836A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 1983
Grant dateJan 21, 1986
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2003

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08F2/32
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Multi-modal emulsions comprise a continuous oil phase and a discontinuous aqueous phase having two or more droplet size distributions and comprising a water-soluble polymer. Such emulsions are prepared by subjecting portions of the emulsion to varying rates of shear during emulsion formation. The multi-modal emulsions can have high polymer solids, reduced oil content, low bulk viscosity and high stability.

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