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Biodegradable polymers

US7879964B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 19, 2003
Grant dateFeb 1, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08F30/02
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A phosphorus-containing polymer is provided comprising the reaction product of a chain-transfer agent having at least one pH bond with an unsaturated carboxylic, phosphonic or sulphonic acid. The invention also provides the aforementioned phosphorus-containing polymer further comprising phosphorus-containing end-caps. The polymers have a biodegradability of at least 20% per 28 days (as determined by OECD 306).

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