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Latent catalysts for epoxy reactions

US4725652A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 4, 1987
Grant dateFeb 16, 1988
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Expiry dateMar 4, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31515
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Latent catalysts for epoxy reactions are prepared by reacting a tetrasubstituted onium compound such as tetrabutylphosphonium acetate.acetic acid complex or an amine compound with an acid having a weak-nucleophilic anion such as fluoboric acid. These catalysts provide stable latent catalysts for epoxy resins for advancement or curing reactions.

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