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Polymer compositions useful as dye complexing agents, and processes for preparing same

US6391995B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 9, 2001
Grant dateMay 21, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 9, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D3/3776
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Described are preferred processes for preparing quaternary amine polymers of good color, comprising preparing a free base amine polymer by polymerizing a free base amine monomer in the presence of a water-soluble azo initiator, and subjecting the resultant polymer to quaternization conditions. Also described are unique, water-soluble quaternary amine polymers obtainable by such processes, and dye complexing polymer blends useful in the manufacture of detergents.

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