US Patent 10077342 Elastomeric compositions comprising cellulose ester additives

An elastomeric composition is provided comprising at least one elastomer, at least one cellulose ester additive, at least one methylene acceptor, at least one methylene donor, and optionally, at least one filler; wherein the cellulose ester additive comprises at least one cellulose ester. The cellulose ester additive can also comprise at least one compatibilizer and/or plasticizer.