Abstract

The technology disclosed herein concerns films and products providing superior OTR and WVTR properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 14/20 - Metallic material, boron or silicon on organic substrates
• B65D 65/42 - Applications of coated or impregnated materials
• C08J 7/04 - Coating
• C08J 7/048 - Forming gas barrier coatings
• C09D 103/02 - StarchDegradation products thereof, e.g. dextrin
• C09D 121/02 - Latex
• C09D 129/04 - Polyvinyl alcoholPartially hydrolysed homopolymers or copolymers of esters of unsaturated alcohols with saturated carboxylic acids
• C09D 191/06 - Waxes
• C23C 14/00 - Coating by vacuum evaporation, by sputtering or by ion implantation of the coating forming material
• D21H 19/08 - Metal coatings applied as vapour, e.g. in vacuum
• D21H 19/12 - Coatings without pigments applied as a solution using water as the only solvent, e.g. in the presence of acid or alkaline compounds

Abstract

The technology disclosed herein concerns films and products providing superior OTR and WVTR properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• D21H 19/84 - Paper comprising more than one coating on both sides of the substrate
• B65D 65/42 - Applications of coated or impregnated materials
• C09D 7/65 - Additives macromolecular
• C09D 103/02 - StarchDegradation products thereof, e.g. dextrin
• C09D 121/02 - Latex
• C09D 129/04 - Polyvinyl alcoholPartially hydrolysed homopolymers or copolymers of esters of unsaturated alcohols with saturated carboxylic acids
• C09D 191/06 - Waxes
• D21H 19/08 - Metal coatings applied as vapour, e.g. in vacuum
• D21H 19/12 - Coatings without pigments applied as a solution using water as the only solvent, e.g. in the presence of acid or alkaline compounds

Abstract

Provided is a non-metalized blank having superior barrier properties and processes for maintaining such properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 29/08 - Corrugated paper or cardboard

Abstract

The invention provides highly stable and versatile multilayered structure or articles, based on cellulose nanomaterials, tailored and processed for a variety of applications, as superior materials in the food packaging industry.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinLayered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 23/08 - Layered products essentially comprising cellulosic plastic substances comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
• B32B 27/22 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using plasticisers
• B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
• B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
• B32B 29/04 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard next to a particulate layer
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures

Abstract

Disclosed is a non-metalized blank having superior barrier properties and processes for maintaining such properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 7/04 - Coating
• B32B 15/12 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
• C08J 7/048 - Forming gas barrier coatings
• C23C 14/00 - Coating by vacuum evaporation, by sputtering or by ion implantation of the coating forming material
• B32B 27/00 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin
• C08L 1/02 - CelluloseModified cellulose
• C08L 21/02 - Latex
• C08L 91/08 - Mineral waxes
• C09D 191/00 - Coating compositions based on oils, fats or waxesCoating compositions based on derivatives thereof
• D21H 19/18 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising waxes
• D21H 19/24 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds

Abstract

The technology disclosed herein concerns films and products providing superior OTR and WVTR properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 7/04 - Coating
• B32B 15/12 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
• C08J 7/048 - Forming gas barrier coatings
• C23C 14/00 - Coating by vacuum evaporation, by sputtering or by ion implantation of the coating forming material

Abstract

Provided are NCC-based materials, as superb barrier materials for preventing oxygen and humidity from penetrating therethrough.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08B 3/06 - Cellulose acetate
• C08B 3/16 - Preparation of mixed organic cellulose esters
• C08B 3/10 - Preparation of cellulose esters of organic acids of monobasic organic acids with three or more carbon atoms with five or more carbon atoms

Abstract

Provided is highly stable and versatile multilayered structure or articles, based on cellulose nanomaterials, tailored and processed for a variety of applications, as superior materials in the food packaging industry.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinLayered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 23/08 - Layered products essentially comprising cellulosic plastic substances comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• B32B 27/22 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using plasticisers
• B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
• B32B 29/04 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard next to a particulate layer
• B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
• B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties

Abstract

The invention provides a unique, efficient and cost-effective process for the recovery of acid from acid-rich solutions. The process of the invention utilizes a strong oxidizer, such as Caro's acid, to disintegrate or render insoluble organic or inorganic materials such as carbohydrates and complexes thereof contained in acid-rich solutions, to make efficient and simple the separation and recovery of the acid solution. The acid recovered thus obtained is free of organic matter, and containing nearly all of the acid originally contained in the acid-rich solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 15/08 - Peroxysulfates
• C01B 17/90 - SeparationPurification
• D21C 11/00 - Regeneration of pulp liquors

Abstract

The invention provides highly stable and versatile multilayered structure or articles, based on cellulose nanomaterials, tailored and processed for a variety of applications, as superior materials in the food packaging industry.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
• B32B 9/02 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising animal or vegetable substances
• B32B 23/00 - Layered products essentially comprising cellulosic plastic substances
• B32B 27/10 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
• B32B 9/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
• B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
• B32B 27/22 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using plasticisers
• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinLayered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
• B32B 27/34 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyamides
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• C08L 1/00 - Compositions of cellulose, modified cellulose, or cellulose derivatives

Abstract

Provided is an unique, efficient and cost-effective process for the recovery of acid from acid-rich solutions. The process of the subject matter utilizes a strong oxidizer, such as Caro's acid, to disintegrate or render insoluble organic or inorganic materials such as carbohydrates and complexes thereof contained in acid-rich solutions, to make efficient and simple the separation and recovery of the acid solution. The acid recovered thus obtained is free of organic matter, and containing nearly all of the acid originally contained in the acid-rich solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 15/08 - Peroxysulfates
• C01B 17/90 - SeparationPurification
• D21C 11/00 - Regeneration of pulp liquors

Abstract

Provided is a method for modifying at least one property of a solid film or coat including or consisting nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC).

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 101/02 - CelluloseModified cellulose
• C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic
• C09D 7/65 - Additives macromolecular

Abstract

22. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial trap comprises at least one additional layer of NCC above or below said antimicrobial layer. Methods of preparation of the antimicrobial chemical trap and of articles coated thereby are disclosed, as well as methods of controlling microbial population by use of the antimicrobial chemical trap, are disclosed as well.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 25/26 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of applicationSubstances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests in coated particulate form
• A01N 59/06 - AluminiumCalciumMagnesiumCompounds thereof
• A01N 25/10 - Macromolecular compounds
• A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof

Abstract

Provided are NCC-based materials, as superb barrier materials for preventing oxygen and humidity from penetrating therethrough.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08B 3/06 - Cellulose acetate
• C08B 3/02 - Catalysts used for the esterification
• C08J 5/18 - Manufacture of films or sheets
• C08L 1/02 - CelluloseModified cellulose
• C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof
• C08L 1/04 - OxycelluloseHydrocellulose
• C08L 1/12 - Cellulose acetate
• C08L 5/14 - HemicelluloseDerivatives thereof

Abstract

Provided is an unique, efficient and cost-effective process for the recovery of acid from acid-rich solutions. The process of the subject matter utilizes a strong oxidizer, such as Caro's acid, to disintegrate or render insoluble organic or inorganic materials such as carbohydrates and complexes thereof contained in acid-rich solutions, to make efficient and simple the separation and recovery of the acid solution. The acid recovered thus obtained is free of organic matter, and containing nearly all of the acid originally contained in the acid-rich solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 17/90 - SeparationPurification
• C01B 15/08 - Peroxysulfates
• D21C 11/00 - Regeneration of pulp liquors

Abstract

The invention provides a method for modifying at least one property of a solid film or coat comprising or consisting nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC).

IPC Classes  ?

• D21H 11/18 - Highly hydrated, swollen or fibrillatable fibres
• D21H 11/20 - Chemically or biochemically modified fibres
• D21H 19/34 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising cellulose or derivatives thereof
• D21H 19/52 - CelluloseDerivatives thereof
• D21H 21/18 - Reinforcing agents

Abstract

Provided are NCC-based materials, as superb barrier materials for preventing oxygen and humidity from penetrating therethrough.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08B 3/02 - Catalysts used for the esterification
• C08B 3/06 - Cellulose acetate
• C08J 5/18 - Manufacture of films or sheets
• C08L 1/02 - CelluloseModified cellulose

Abstract

Provided is a unique class of foam materials characterized by regions of material unidirectionality. The foam materials are configured for a great variety of end-use applications as core materials or as materials in construction of multilayered structures. The novel and ingenious process for making the composite materials of the invention, permits modifying the foam materials to suite any specific end use.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08B 15/08 - Fractionation of cellulose, e.g. separation of cellulose crystallites
• C08J 9/28 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof by elimination of a liquid phase from a macromolecular composition or article, e.g. drying of coagulum
• C08J 9/40 - Impregnation
• C08J 9/38 - Destruction of cell membranes

Abstract

The invention provides a unique, efficient and cost-effective process for the recovery of acid from acid-rich solutions. The process of the invention utilizes a strong oxidizer, such as Caro's acid, to disintegrate or render insoluble organic or inorganic materials such as carbohydrates and complexes thereof contained in acid-rich solutions, to make efficient and simple the separation and recovery of the acid solution. The acid recovered thus obtained is free of organic matter, and containing nearly all of the acid originally contained in the acid-rich solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 17/90 - SeparationPurification

Abstract

The invention provides novel uses of cellulose-based nanomaterials in the manufacture of absorbent materials or encapsulation materials for absorbing, carrying or encapsulating a variety of agents.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08B 15/00 - Preparation of other cellulose derivatives or modified cellulose
• C08L 1/04 - OxycelluloseHydrocellulose

Abstract

The invention disclos a class of foam materials characterized by regions of material unidirectionality. After acidic hydrolysis of cellulose, the obtained cellulose crystals are suspended in water and unidirectionally frozen. The porous product obtained after solvent exchange and drying shows a structure of unididirectionally oriented pores.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 3/12 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure
• B32B 5/32 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous both layers being foamed or specifically porous
• B32B 23/00 - Layered products essentially comprising cellulosic plastic substances
• B32B 37/00 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding
• C08B 15/08 - Fractionation of cellulose, e.g. separation of cellulose crystallites
• C08L 1/02 - CelluloseModified cellulose

Abstract

The invention disclos a class of foam materials characterized by regions of material unidirectionality. After acidic hydrolysis of cellulose, the obtained cellulose crystals are suspended in water and unidirectionally frozen. The porous product obtained after solvent exchange and drying shows a structure of unididirectionally oriented pores.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 9/28 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof by elimination of a liquid phase from a macromolecular composition or article, e.g. drying of coagulum
• C08B 15/08 - Fractionation of cellulose, e.g. separation of cellulose crystallites
• C08J 9/40 - Impregnation