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Solubilizing cross-linked polymers with photolyase

US6946284B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 15, 2002
Grant dateSep 20, 2005
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Expiry dateNov 15, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N13/00
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to methods of solubilizing and recycling polymers using irradiation, wherein the polymers comprise photoreactive moieties. These polymers have many applications including use in disposable consumer products such as beverage bottles, eating utensils and diapers.

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