Abstract: Temporary active coatings that are stabilized against inactivation by weathering are provided including a base associated with a chemically modified enzyme, and, optionally a first polyoxyethylene present in the base and independent of the enzyme. The coatings are optionally overlayered onto a substrate to form an active coating facilitating the removal of organic stains or organic material from food, insects, or the environment.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are materials such as a coating, comprising a lipolytic enzyme or organophosphrous compound degrading enzyme. Also disclosed herein are methods of visually detecting enzyme activity in a coating by contacting the coating with a substrate of an enzyme and a visual indicator that changes appearance upon production of a product of enzyme activity on a tack-free coating surface.

Abstract: A wax or polish also known as a surface protectant where ones primary reason for applying it is to impart a long lasting and specific scent or fragrance to a surface, such as that of an automobile, or any other surface of choice. As a secondary consideration the product will also offer surface protection from the elements.

Abstract: The object is to provide a water/oil repellent composition which can simultaneously perform a water/oil treatment and a polishing treatment to leather products such as leather shoes, etc., by using one water/oil repellent composition, and can also exert excellent water/oil repellent effect and excellent polishing effect. It is constituted so that microcapsules, in which a polishing agent is encapsulated, are dispersed in a water/oil repellent agent.

Abstract: Starburst conjugates which are composed of at least one dendrimer in association with at least one unit of a carried agricultural, pharmaceutical, or other material have been prepared. These conjugates have particularly advantageous properties due to the unique characteristics of the dendrimer.

Abstract: An auto finish-treating composition universally useful on paint, metal, vinyl and other plastic finishes comprises micronized wax dispersed in a water/organic solvent emulsion also containing silicone liquid emulsified in both the organic and aqueous phases.

Abstract: An improved polish having improved rub-out characteristics results when a silylated polyether film former is incorporated into a conventional polish formulation. The silylated polyether contains at least one polyoxyalkylene block selected from the group consisting of polyoxyethylene and polyoxypropylene in its molecule wherein the polyoxyalkylene block is attached through an organic connecting group to a silicon atom bearing at least one hydrolyzable group. A preferred water-in-oil emulsion embodiment of the polish is particularly suitable for automotive or marine applications.

Abstract: Wax-free silicone emulsion compositions for polishing vehicles inside and out. One principal and preferably a couple secondary polysiloxanes in emulsion form receive a mixture of lower alkanol and citrus juice in a preferred formulation of polish composition, which can be wiped on to dry streak-free without dry wiping.

Abstract: An inorganic, aqueous molding composition is described which can be hardened at low temperatures into molded parts having a high flexural stress at break.The molding composition is produced from electrostatic precipitator ash of high-temperature coal-burning power plants, this ash containing 45-55% by weight of vitreous SiO.sub.2 in addition to Al.sub.2 O.sub.3, or from calcined bauxite by reaction with an alkaline alkali silicate solution at a low temperature; fillers being optionally present.

Abstract: A food base preservative for material surfaces such as finished furniture surfaces, painted surfaces, glass surfaces, vinyl plastic surfaces, and the like. The preservative solution is made from okra, water and a food preservative agent, and it is used by impregnating soft cloths, such as towels, with the solution and shining material surfaces with the impregnated cloths.

Abstract: The invention relates to a polishing material of the type containing powdered cerium oxide suspended in water.According to the invention, this polishing material also contains, in combination, a substance for use as a thickener and a substance for reducing the surface tension.The polishing material is particularly useful for polishing ophthalmic lenses made from organic materials.

Abstract: A waxing and protective coating composition embodying the invention comprises a mixture of wax residue such as paraffin and microcrystalline wax, chlorinated solvent, petroleum distillate, and a nonionic surfactant such as nonylphenoxypoly-(ethyleneoxy)ethanol and a small amount of [N,N,N',N'-tetrakis (2-hydroxypropyl)ethylenediamine].