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US 5,688,498 AGranted
Method and composition for coating wound or protecting animal skin
AssigneeIowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.
InventorsCarl A. Huprich, Leo L. Timms
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Abstract
Solutions of polyether polyurethane with benzoin gum in tetrahydrafuran applied to animal skin provide dry films that are elastic, vapor permeable, water proof, dirt proof, insect proof, aerobic bacteriostatic and adhere well under environmental conditions. Apparent application viscosity can be adjusted as required for specific needs.
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A solution of polyether polyurethane in tetrahydrofuran containing benzoin gum wherein said solution upon drying to an elastic film has improved adhesion as compared to the same solution without benzoin gum.
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