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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 30, 2003
Filed:
Sep. 06, 2002
Donald C. McCarthy, Appleton, WI (US);
Ronald L. Cochran, II, Neenah, WI (US);
Mark B. Littlejohn, Appleton, WI (US);
Cristian M. Neculescu, Neenah, WI (US);
Robert Patterson, Winneconne, WI (US);
Anthony J. Swiontek, Neenah, WI (US);
Fort James Corporation, Deerfield, IL (US);
Abstract
Low-odor microwaveable mineral-filled polypropylene food contact articles are disclosed. The articles are prepared by low temperature processing and typically include odor-suppressing basic organic or inorganic compounds. Preferably, the articles are substantially free from C8 and C9 organic ketones associated with undesirable odors. Further improvements to the articles include crack-resistant embodiments with synergistic amounts of polyethylene and titanium dioxide.