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Metal phosphonates and related nanocomposites

US7199172B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2005
Grant dateApr 3, 2007
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Expiry dateApr 20, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08K5/101
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions comprising a polymer and an exfoliated metal phosphonate are provided. Processes for making such polymer compositions and articles formed from such polymer compositions are also provided. Compositions according to the invention are useful in polymer applications in which barrier properties are of concern, such as in plastic food and beverage containers.

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