Liquid star polymers having terminal hydroxyl groups
US5594072A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 1, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jan 14, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08F2810/40
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Star polymers of isoprene or butadiene having terminal hydroxyl groups have reduced viscosity when the hydroxyl groups are located on polymeric arms that are grown from the core of the star molecules. The polymers are useful in making coatings, sealants, and binders.
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