Poly(ethylene oxide) films comprising unmodified clay particles and having enhanced breathability and unique microstructure
US6268048A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/2982
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention discloses filled polymer compositions having a unique porous microstructure and enhanced breathability. In one embodiment, the composition of the present invention is flushable and comprises a water-responsive polymer of ethylene oxide and unmodified clay or layered silicate composite. The compositions of present invention are useful for manufacturing breathable and flushable films, fibers and articles. Advantageously, breathable films, fibers and articles of the present invention can be formed economically and efficiently without foaming or stretching.
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