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Methods and materials for removing metals in block copolymers

US9040659B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 2014
Grant dateMay 26, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J3/00
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for treating a block copolymer solution, wherein the method comprises: providing a solution comprising a block copolymer in a non aqueous solvent; and, treating the solution to remove metals using an ion exchange resin. The invention also relates to a method of forming patterns using the treated block copolymer.

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