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Process for the polymerization of cyclic ethers

US6040419A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 20, 1998
Grant dateMar 21, 2000
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Expiry dateJul 20, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08G65/2678
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An improved process for the polymerization of cyclic ethers to polyethers using strong Bronsted acid catalysts is disclosed. The catalysts are fluorinated sulfonic acid containing polymers. The resulting polyethers are useful as monomers and in adhesives.

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