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Process for the preparation of cross-linked maleic anhydride copolymers

US5661221A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 18, 1996
Grant dateAug 26, 1997
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Expiry dateDec 18, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J2335/08
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for preparing a cross-linked alkyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride copolymer having improved linear viscoelastic properties desired in oral care preparations, wherein the cross-linking of an alkyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride copolymer with a polyol compound is carried out at a temperature of from about 50.degree. to about 90.degree. C. and the cross-linked product is recovered.

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