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Method of using a Lewis base to control molecular weight of novolak resins

US5688893A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 1996
Grant dateNov 18, 1997
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/0236
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods for producing water insoluble, aqueous alkali soluble novolak resins having a precise and consistent molecular weight, by adjusting the concentration of Lewis base. A method is also provided for producing photoresist composition from such novolak resins and for producing semiconductor devices using such photoresist compositions.

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