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Amber polyester compositions and container articles produced therefrom

US6787589B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 31, 2002
Grant dateSep 7, 2004
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Expiry dateNov 4, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08K5/0041
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This application discloses amber colored polyesters suitable for packaging food and beverages. The amber polyester compositions provide excellent blockage of UV and visible light over the wavelength ranges of from about 320-550 nm, rendering them suitable for packaging materials sensitive to ultraviolet and visible light over this wavelength range, particularly beer.

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