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Polyolefin foams made with isopentane-based blowing agents

US7045556B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2002
Grant dateMay 16, 2006
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J2323/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A blowing agent blend for making polyolefin foams comprising isopentane and at least one co-blowing agent. The co-blowing agent is either a physical co-blowing agent having a boiling point less than 28° C., or a chemical co-blowing agent, or combinations thereof. The blowing agent blend comprises less than about 99 mol % isopentane.

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