Abstract: Dryer sheets having branched polyester polymers and methods of making and using such dryer sheets. Such dryer sheets, can have a variety substrate materials and provide the desired level of performance without the technical and economic drawbacks of conventional dryer sheets.

Abstract: A fabric treatment composition having from about 2.5% to about 20% of a cationic polymer, from about 0.1% to about 20% of a perfume, and a surfactant system, the surfactant system having alkyl polyglucoside, and the composition having less than 5% by weight of an anionic surfactant.

Abstract: The present invention primarily relates to the use of one or more stereoisomers of the compound of formula (I) as described herein for modifying and/or enhancing the olfactory impression of one or more fragrances with a lily of the valley scent. The invention further relates to a new mixture comprising or consisting of one or more stereoisomers of the compound of formula (I) as described herein and two or more stereoisomers of the compound of formula (II) as described herein with a weight ratio of the stereoisomers of the compounds of formula (II) as described herein, fragrance compositions comprising or consisting of a mixture as described herein, perfumed products containing mixtures or fragrance composition as described herein, and a process for modifying and/or enhancing the lily of the valley scent of a compound of formula (II) as described herein, respectively for preparing a perfumed product as described herein.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition, such as a refrigerant composition comprising 1, 1-difluoroethene (vinylidene fluoride, R-1132a); trifluoromethane (R-23); and one or more compound selected from hexafluoroethane (R-116), ethane (R-170) and carbon dioxide (R-744, CO2).

Abstract: The embodiments of the invention disclose a mixed refrigerant for a cryogenic temperature range, and methods for preparing and applying the same. The mixed refrigerant comprises six types of refrigerants: the first type of refrigerant is argon or nitrogen; the second type of refrigerant is methane or krypton; the third type of refrigerant is tetrafluoromethane; the fourth type of refrigerant is trifluoromethane or fluoromethane; the fifth type of refrigerant is at least one of 2,3,3,3?tetrafluoro-1-propene, hexafluoropropylene, pentafluoropropene, and 1,3,3,3-tetrafluoro-1-propene; and the sixth type of refrigerant is at least one of 1,1,1,3,3-pentafluoropropane, 1,1,2,2,3-pentafluoropropane, monochloro-trifluoropropene, and hexafluoro-2-butene. The mixed refrigerant has the advantages of a low ODP value, a low GWP value and non-flammability, it achieves the beneficial effects of non-toxic, environmental-friendly, convenient and safe, and it is for large-scale industrial production applications.

Abstract: A cleaning chemical composition suitable, for removing a passivation layer from a substrate, wherein the passivation layer comprises residues resulting from etching of said Substrate.

Abstract: Liquid fabric care compositions that includes vinegar and/or acetic acid; fragrance materials; and water; where the fragrance materials are characterized by a log P of less than about 2.5; and where the fabric care composition is characterized by an acidic pH. Related processes of making and using such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates in particular to a mixture comprising the compound of formula (Ia) as described herein, wherein the mixture is free or essentially free of the compound of formula (Ib) as described herein, preferably of the compounds of formulae (Ib) and furthermore (Ic) and/or (Id) as described herein. The invention further relates to a method for manufacturing said mixture, fragrance substance compositions containing or consisting of said mixture, perfumed products containing said mixtures or fragrance substance compositions, and various methods and uses for imparting, modifying and/or enhancing certain odour notes.

Abstract: The invention relates to stable dispersion of negatively-charged aminoplast microcapsules in non-suspending detergent compositions containing an anionic surfactant. The microcapsules are stably dispersed by means of a cationic polyampholyte, which is embedded in the shells of said microcapsules.

Abstract: This application describes laundry care compositions that contain leuco colorants and their use in the laundering of textile articles. These types of colorants are provided in a stable, substantially colorless state and then may be transformed to an intense colored state upon exposure to certain physical or chemical changes such as, for example, exposure to oxygen, ion addition, exposure to light, and the like. The laundry care compositions containing the leuco colorants are designed to enhance the apparent or visually perceived whiteness of, or to impart a desired hue to, textile articles washed or otherwise treated with the laundry care composition.

Abstract: A process of treating a fabric with a fabric treatment composition, where the composition is provided to a receiving vessel such as the dispenser drawer of an automatic washing machine, the composition including a fabric conditioning active (FCA), where the composition may be dispensed from a container, for example a pressurized container, as a foam. Related compositions, including compositions in pressurized containers. Related uses, for example, to provide an anti-wrinkle benefit to a fabric.

Abstract: This application describes laundry care compositions that contain leuco colorants and their use in the laundering of textile articles. These types of colorants are provided in a stable, substantially colorless state and then may be transformed to an intense colored state upon exposure to certain physical or chemical changes such as, for example, exposure to oxygen, ion addition, exposure to light, and the like. The laundry care compositions containing the leuco colorants are designed to enhance the apparent or visually perceived whiteness of, or to impart a desired hue to, textile articles washed or otherwise treated with the laundry care composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fluoroolefin compositions. The fluoroolefin compositions of the present invention are useful as refrigerants or heat transfer fluids and in processes for producing cooling or heat. Additionally, the fluoroolefin compositions of the present invention may be used to replace currently used refrigerant or heat transfer fluid compositions that have higher global warming potential.

Abstract: A detergent composition and a unit dose detergent pack are provided. In one example, the detergent composition includes a surfactant. A fatty acid is present in an amount of from about 0.1 wt. % to about 3 wt. % of the detergent composition. A silicone is present in an amount of from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.2 wt. % of the detergent composition. One or more non-aqueous solvents is selected from the group of polyethylene glycol (PEG), glycol ether, poloxamer, and reverse poloxamer. The one or more non-aqueous solvents is present in an amount of from about 5 wt. % to about 25 wt. % of the detergent composition.

Abstract: Provided herein are 2-in-1 unit doses for treating fabrics. The 2-in-1 unit doses include a polyester receptacle coated with a softening agent, and a fabric cleaning agent disposed within the polyester receptacle. The polyester receptacle includes a plurality of pores permeable to liquid such that polyester receptacle allows liquid to diffuse into the cavity through the pores and dissolve the fabric cleaning agent. The 2-in-1 unit doses provide both softening and detergency to fabrics through a wash cycle in a washing machine and a heated dry cycle in a dryer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fabric cleaning and/or treatment compositions as well as methods of making and using same. Such fabric cleaning and/or treatment compositions contain species of glyceride copolymers that have the required viscosity and lubricity. Thus, such species of glyceride copolymers provide improved softening performance and formula ability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fluoroolefin compositions. The fluoroolefin compositions of the present invention are useful as refrigerants or heat transfer fluids and in processes for producing cooling or heat. Additionally, the fluoroolefin compositions of the present invention may be used to replace currently used refrigerant or heat transfer fluid compositions that have higher global warming potential.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition comprising a refrigerant, the composition being non-flammable like R404A (R125/R134a/R143a=44/4/52 wt %), and having a refrigerating capacity that can replace that of R404A, a COP that is equal or superior to that of R404A, and a GWP of 1500 or less. Specifically, the invention provides a composition comprising a refrigerant, the refrigerant comprising a mixture of fluorinated hydrocarbons, the mixture comprising difluoromethane (R32), pentafluoroethane (R125), and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (R134a) at specific concentrations, the fluorinated hydrocarbons contained in the mixture having a specific composition ratio. This composition is for use as an alternative refrigerant for R22 or an alternative refrigerant for R404A.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for use in refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heat pump systems wherein the composition comprises a fluoroolefin and at least one other component. The compositions of the present invention are useful in processes for producing cooling or heat, as heat transfer fluids, foam blowing agents, aerosol propellants, and fire suppression and fire extinguishing agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for conditioning a fabric comprising the step of contacting the fabric with an aqueous medium comprising a composition, wherein the composition comprises: (a) a quaternary ammonium compound; (b) a cationic polysaccharide; and (c) a nonionic polysaccharide. In particular, the quaternary ammonium compound is a biodegradable quaternary ammonium compound. The composition has excellent softening performance and improved perfume longevity. The present invention also relates to use of said composition for conditioning a fabric.