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Toner making process

US8858896B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 14, 2013
Grant dateOct 14, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 9, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08K5/05
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Processes for making toners, and in particular, emulsion aggregation (EA) toners. These toners exhibit a low melt temperature while simultaneously exhibiting excellent relative humidity sensitivity regarding charging properties. In embodiments, the process comprises the preparation of the latex emulsion comprising high ratio resin compositions by injection of steam and neutralization agent vapors into the latex emulsion.

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