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Reduction of the viscosity of solutions viscosified with Xanthan gum polymers

US5055209A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 1989
Grant dateOct 8, 1991
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S507/921
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The viscosity of Xanthan gum polymer solutions is reduced by the addition of hydrogen peroxide and adjustment of the pH of the solution to at least 8.0.

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