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Microemulsion paint thinner

US8257484B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 25, 2011
Grant dateSep 4, 2012
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Expiry dateAug 25, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09D7/20
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A microemulsion paint thinner includes a hydrocarbon solvent, a glycol ether, a carboxylic acid, a base, and water, wherein the carboxylic acid is partially neutralized by the base. A process for thinning oil-based paint includes mixing uncured oil-based paint and the above composition.

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