| abstract |
An alkenylsuccinic emulsion sizing agent comprising an active component comprising a mixture ofn (1) from 50 to 100 parts by weight of an alkenylsuccinic acid obtained by reacting a linear internal olefin having 10 to 14 carbon atoms with maleic anhydride; and (2) from 0 to 50 parts by weight of one or more components selected from the group consisting of rosin, rosin derivatives, tall oil, fatty acids, petroleum resins and paraffin wax; and wherein the active component is dispersed in water using an emulsifier and/or a high-molecular weight dispersion stabilizer. |