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Method for salvaging aromatic polycarbonate blend values

US5414021A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 2, 1993
Grant dateMay 9, 1995
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Expiry dateAug 2, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02W30/62
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method is provided for effecting the removal of cured polyurethane paint from the surface of aromatic polycarbonate blend surfaces. Effective removal of thermally cured polyurethane paint from aromatic polycarbonate blend surface can be achieved by immersing the painted aromatic polycarbonate blend in an aqueous bath containing organic solvent, an alkali metal hydroxide and a surfactant.

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