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Superabsorbent polymer product and use in agriculture

US7423106B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 7, 2005
Grant dateSep 9, 2008
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Expiry dateNov 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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