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Methods and articles for maintaining hydantoinylated polymers in a biocidally active state

US7014781B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 2005
Grant dateMar 21, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F1/766
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composition and the method for sustaining the biocidal activity of chlorinated polystyrene hydantoin beads. The method comprises supplying a continuous low level halogen concentration to the chlorinated polystyrene hydantoin beads in the water to be treated that flows in contact with the chlorinated polystyrene hydantoin beads, resulting in treated water suitable for drinking.

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