Superabsorbent polymer product and use in agriculture
US7423106B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC09K17/32
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A superabsorbent starch graft copolymer product having particle sizes useful in granule applicators for application to agricultural fields. Starch graft copolymers applied to field crops provide excellent anti-crusting properties, increased seed germination and stand, increased crop growth, increased yields, and reduced water requirements.
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