Water-swellable elastomer composition
US4590227A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 24, 1984 |
| Grant date | May 20, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2004 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08L51/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Water-swellable elastomer composition consisting essentially of a homogeneous mixture of an elastomer, a water-absorbent resin and a water-soluble resin. Said composition exhibits a high degree of swelling and a high swelling rate when it is soaked in water. Also, said composition retains swellability even when it is put in contact with water for a long period of time.
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