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Efflorescence control in cementitious compositions and masonry units

US6231665A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 22, 1999
Grant dateMay 15, 2001
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Expiry dateSep 22, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC04B2111/21
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A cementitious composition is disclosed whereby visible efflorescence is prevented when formed into a cement masonry concrete unit. Efflorescence is controlled by incorporation of a polymer comprising a polyacrylic acid or salt or derivative thereof having an average molecular weight in the range of 5004-9,000, and more preferably in the average molecular weight range of 1,000 to 10,000.

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