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Polymerization catalysts for producing polymers with low levels of long chain branching

US7148298B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 25, 2004
Grant dateDec 12, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 14, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S526/943
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to catalyst compositions, methods, and polymers encompassing a Group 4 metallocene with bridging η5-cyclopentadienyl-type ligands, in combination with a cocatalyst and an activator-support. The compositions and methods disclosed herein provide ethylene polymers with low levels of long chain branching.

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