In General information section, the following data are displayed: name, CAS #, Common name, Common synonym, Acronym, Empirical formula, Molecular weight, Chemical category, Mixture, Product contents, Moisture content, Silicone content, and EC number
Physical properties section contains data on State, Odor, Color (Gardner and Platinum-cobalt scales), Acid number, Active content, Ash contents, Acid dissociation constants, Base dissociation constant, Boiling point, Bulk density, Freezing/melting temperature, pH, Molar absorption coefficient, Physical state, Product form, Refractive index, Specific gravity, Solubility in water and solvents, Transmittance, Volatility
Health and safety section contains data on Flash point, Flash point method, Autoignition temperature, Explosive LEL, Explosive UEL, NFPA Classification, NFPA Health, NFPA Flammability, NFPA Reactivity, HMIS Classification, HMIS Health, HMIS Fire, HMIS Reactivity, HMIS Personal protection, UN Risk Phrases, R, UN Safety Phrases, S, DOT Hazard Class, UN/NA, ICAO/IATA Class, IMDG Class, TDG class, Proper shipping name, Food law approvals, Rat oral LD50, Mouse oral LD50, Rabbit dermal LD50, Inhalation rat LC50, Skin irritation, Eye irritation (human), Ingestion, First aid: eyes, skin, and inhalation, Chronic effects, Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, and TLV - TWA 8h (ACGIH, NIOSH, OSHA).
Ecological properties section contains data on Biodegradation probability, Aquatic toxicity LC50 (Rainbow trout, Bluegill sunfish, Fathead minnow, and Daphnia magna), and Partition coefficients (log Koc, log Kow).
Use & performance section contains information on Manufacturer, Outstanding properties, Recommended for polymers, Typical applications, Features & benefits, Processing methods, Additive application method, Recommended dosage, Davies scale, Concentration used, Food approval, Conditions to avoid, Costabilizers.
The book also contains introductory chapter in which general indicators of performance of UV stabilizers are discussed and a chapter containing information on the data fields included in the description of individual stabilizers.
2 Information on data fields
3 UV Stabilizers
3.1 Organic UV absorbers
3.1.1 Benzophenones
3.1.2 Benzotriazoles
3.1.3 Benzotriazines
3.1.4 Benzoxaxinones
3.1.5 Cinamates
3.1.6 Cyanoacrylates
3.1.7 Malonates
3.1.8 Octocrylenes
3.1.9 Oxanilides
3.2 Inorganic UV absorbers
3.3 Fibers
3.4 Hindered amine stabilizers
3.4.1 Monomeric
3.4.2 Polymeric
3.5 Phenolic antioxidants
3.6 Phosphites & phosphonites
3.7 Thiosynergists
3.8 Amines
3.9 Quenchers
3.10 Optical brighteners
3.11 Synergistic mixtures of stabilizers
3.11.1 Monomeric and oligomeric HAS
3.11.2 HAS+UV absorber
3.11.3 Phosphite+phenolic antioxidant
3.11.4 HAS+UV absorber+phenolic antioxidant
3.11.5 Other
Anna Wypych, born in 1937, studied chemical engineering and polymer chemistry and obtained M. Sc. in chemical engineering in 1960. The professional expertise includes both teaching and research & development. Anna Wypych has published 1 book (MSDS Manual), 6 scientific papers, 3 databases, and obtained 3 patents. She specializes in polymer additives for PVC and other polymers and evaluates their effect on health and environment.
George Wypych has a Ph. D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research & development. He has published 14 books: PVC Plastisols, (University Press); Polyvinylchloride Degradation, (Elsevier); Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, (Elsevier); Polymer Modified Textile Materials, (Wiley & Sons); Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, (ChemTec Publishing); Handbook of Fillers, 1st and 2nd Editions, (ChemTec Publishing); Recycling of PVC, (ChemTec Publishing); Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, (Plastics Design Library), Handbook of Solvents, Handbook of Plasticizers, Handbook of Antistatics, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives, PVC Degradation & Stabilization, The PVC Formulary (all by ChemTec Publishing), 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings. He is included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition for his services to education.