Abstract:
The present invention relates to a process for the production of poly(butylene terephthalate) comprising the steps of: (i) providing a poly(butylene terephthalate) oligomer having an intrinsic viscosity (IV) of 0.25-0.35 dl/g, a carboxylic end group (CEG) content of 25-35 mmol/kg, and a ratio of IV:CEG of ≤15 dl/mmol; (ii) introducing said poly(butylene terephthalate) oligomer to a low-pressure reactor; and (iii) performing a polycondensation reaction in said low-pressure reactor by subjecting the poly(butylene terephthalate) oligomer to a pressure of ≥0.05 and ≤5.0 mbar at a temperature of 235 to 255° C., for such average residence time to obtain a poly(butylene terephthalate) having a ratio of IV:CEG of ≥18 dl/mmol, preferably ≥25 dl/mmol and having an IV of ≥0.45 dl/g; wherein steps (i), (ii) and (iii) are conducted in that order. Such process allows for the production of poly(butylene terephthalates) having a desired low CEG at given, desired high, IV using a poly(butylene terephthalate) oligomer having a relatively high CEG at given IV. Such process allows for the production of poly(butylene terephthalates) using poly(butylene terephthalate) oligomers obtained from an esterification process using PTA and 1,4-butanediol.
Abstract:
Disclosed is an improved process for preparing a modified polyalkylene terephthalate by melt polycondensation followed optionally by solid state condensation comprising reacting an alkylene diol and polyethylene terephthalate, wherein polymerization occurs in the presence of a catalyst complex formed by reaction of tetra(alkyl) titanate and a compound selected from phosphorus-containing compounds, nitrogen-containing compounds, boroncontaining compounds, and combinations thereof.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a process for the manufacture of a polyalkylene terephthalate such as polybutylene terephthalate. In particular, the process comprises employing a titanium-containing catalyst formed by the reaction product of tetraalkyl titanate and a complexing agent comprising a phosphorous, nitrogen or boron atom. The process is used to prepare polyalkylene terephthalates characterized by improved hydrostability, as well as compositions derived therefrom.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a process for making oligomers of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) with desirable intrinsic viscosity and carboxylic end group concentrations. The PBT oligomers are used in a continuous process for making polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin.
Abstract:
Biodegradable compositions containing an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester derived from aromatic polyesters. Methods of making the compositions and articles made from the compositions.
Abstract:
An improved process for making polybutylene terephthalate resin is disclosed. The resin is prepared from oligomers of purified terephthalic acid and 1,4-butane diol in the presence of a catalyst.
Abstract:
Disclosed is an improved process for preparing a modified polyalkylene terephthalate by melt polycondensation followed optionally by solid state condensation comprising reacting an alkylene diol and polyethylene terephthalate, wherein polymerization occurs in the presence of a catalyst complex formed by reaction of tetra(alkyl) titanate and a compound selected from phosphorus-containing compounds, nitrogen-containing compounds, boroncontaining compounds, and combinations thereof.