Methods of modifying agricultural co-products and products made therefrom
US9394444B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 21, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08L23/12
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In a method of producing a polymer composite, a polymer is provided in a liquid state such as a molten state. A plant material, such as soymeal, is provided that includes protein and carbohydrate. The plant material has a particle size less than 50 microns. A reactive protein denaturant is also provided. A dispersion of the plant material and the reactive protein denaturant is formed in a matrix of the liquid polymer. The plant material is reacted to bond with the reactive protein denaturant, and the reactive protein denaturant is reacted to bond with the polymer. The polymer is solidified to produce the polymer composite.
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