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Reduced toxicity ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/heat transfer fluid concentrates and antifreeze/heat transfer fluids

US8431038B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2012
Grant dateApr 30, 2013
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K5/20
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A reduced toxicity ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/heat transfer fluid concentrate is provided comprised of ethylene glycol, a polyhydric alcohol having a boiling point above about 150° C. and that acts as an alcohol dehydrogenase inhibitor, such as propylene glycol or glycerol, and selected additives. The antifreeze/heat transfer fluid concentrate may be combined with water to form a coolant solution for use in internal combustion engines.

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