Abstract: An aqueous no-scrub, no-wipe cleaning composition containing at least one partial salt of EDTA and a water-soluble amine; at least one alkyl polyglycoside surfactant; at least one alkyl ether carboxylate surfactant; and up to 0.5% by weight of an ethoxylated nonionic surfactant, relative to the total weight of the composition, and a method for cleaning a soiled surface to provide a clean surface which is substantially streak-free by applying the cleaning composition to a soiled surface.

Abstract: Biofilm and debris can be removed from the interior and exterior surfaces of small bore tubing by passing an aqueous cleaning solution of water, one or more surfactants and preferably a source of hydrogen peroxide, optionally including small inert solid particles, together with a gas under pressure, to create a turbulent flow within the tubing that loosens the biofilm and debris so that they can be flushed from the tubing. When the exterior surfaces of tubing are to be cleaned, the tubing is inserted in a sleeve fitted with an adaptor that provides a pressure-tight seal between the tubing and the sleeve.

Abstract: No-rinse floor cleaning compositions which provide improved burnish response to finished floors are sold in concentrated form or in diluted, ready to use form. The concentrated compositions when diluted with water comprise from about 100 ppm to about 750 ppm of an amine oxide surfactant, from about 0 ppm to about 650 ppm of a nonionic surfactant, and from about 1 ppm to about 40 ppm of a silicone antifoam agent. These floor cleaning compositions are substantially free of harsh chemicals and are particularly suitable for use on highly polished floors in commercial environments where daily burnishing is most often utilized.

Abstract: A cleaning and biocidal composition in liquid form comprising a solvent, a polymeric biguanide, a single quaternary ammonium salt, a sequestrant, and at least one surfactant. The composition comprising the solvent including water, the polymeric biguanide including a polyhexamethylene biguanide hydrochloride, the quaternary ammonium salt including a didecyldimethyl ammonium chloride, the sequestrant including an amino acid chelating agent selected from the group consisting of: ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, nitrilotriacetic acid, tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, or mixtures thereof, the surfactant including a non-ionic surfactant and an amphoteric surfactant.

Abstract: Mildly acidic liquid hard surface cleaning concentrated compositions comprise: a) from 0.5 to 40 parts of an amine oxide detergent; preferably 1 to 25 parts; b) from 1 to 30 parts of a quaternary disinfectant (quat); preferably 2 to 16 parts; c) an effective amount of an acidifying agent; preferably 0.05 part to 10 parts; and d) an effective amount of an electrolytic disinfecting booster; preferably 0.5 to 12 parts; wherein said compositions have a pH of from 3 to less than 7 and wherein when used the concentrated compositions are diluted with water at a ratio of concentrate to water of 1:1 to 1:600, preferably 1:30 to 1:260 by volume, to provide superior, no-rinse ready-to-use cleaning and disinfecting compositions.

Abstract: Stable, perfumed, highly acidic liquid compositions are disclosed which comprise a source of active oxygen, a surfactant and a cyclic terpene/sesquiterpene compound (e.g. eucalyptol). Said compositions are particularly suitable to clean hard surfaces like toilet bowls.

Abstract: An improved cleaning composition is provided for shower and tub surfaces which is of the “shower rinsing” type, requiring no scrubbing, wiping, or immediate rinsing. The composition comprises: (a) a glycoside surfactant, the total amount of said surfactant being present in a cleaning effective amount; (b) a chelating agent, said chelating agent present in an amount effective to enhance bathroom soil removal in said composition; and (c) the remainder, water. A solvent such as isopropyl alcohol may also be added. The employment of a glycoside surfactant, especially one having an HLB value of greater than 13, remarkably improves the performance of such a shower rinsing composition both with respect to surface appearance streaking and filming and also bathroom soil and soap scum removing ability.

Abstract: A powdered abrasive cleanser that exhibits superior soil removal properties and surface safety is provided. The cleanser includes a surfactant, an optional source of active chlorine, a borax pentahydrate compound that is preferably sodium tetraborate pentahydrate, and optionally an alkaline detergent builder and/or calcium carbonate.

Abstract: A solution for mildew removal, which includes an aqueous solution of 1-2%(weight by volume) sodium perborate and a non-ionic detergent added as a surfactant. A method for mildew removal, which includes mixing sodium perborate in an aqueous solution wherein the sodium perborate is 1-2% weight by volume, adding a non-ionic detergent to the solution, applying the solution to an infected area, and rinsing the infected area.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foaming enzyme composition and delivery method useful for the cleaning and maintenance of moist conditions of the surfaces of soiled instruments, utensils and other devices prior to final cleaning and/or sterilization. The aqueous composition preferably consists of a combination of: (1) an enzyme cleaning solution, (2) foam-building ingredients; (3) a corrosion inhibitor; and (4) an antimicrobial agent. The composition may be dispensed from a pump spray as a stable foam which covers the surfaces of the instrument to be cleaned, and remains on the surface of the instrument for at least 30 minutes, and preferably until the instruments are finally cleaned and sterilized. The composition and delivery method of the present invention is particularly useful for the pre-cleaning of complex medical instruments such as endoscopes.

Abstract: Fully diluted hard surface cleaners are disclosed which are particularly effective on cleaning soap scum. The cleaners contain at least 0.45 eq/kg of a dissolved anion which reacts with calcium ion to form an insoluble salt. The cleaners also contain a particular amine oxide, or a different surfactant in conjunction with a solvent. Preferred embodiments include a bleach, which provide for a cleaner which is effective on soap scum and mold and mildew.

Abstract: Described is An aqueous disinfectant and hard surface cleaning composition comprising: an effective disinfecting amount of a quaternary ammonium compound; an effective amount of a spore forming microbial composition; and an effective water dispersing amount of a surfactant. The composition is used to clean a hard surface containing a diverse microbial flora. The composition cleans and disinfects by killing off undesirable microorganisms which may be causing offensive odors and leaves behind Bacillus spores which will then germinate and degrade any remaining ongoing residues without creating offensive odors.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting attachment of germs to the skin which comprises applying to the skin a composition comprising: (a) a skin cleansing effective amount of a surfactant or mixture of surfactants; (b) a silicone in amounts effective to inhibit attachment of germs to the skin, and rinsing said composition from the skin.

Abstract: Described is An aqueous disinfectant and hard surface cleaning composition comprising:an effective disinfecting amount of a quaternary ammonium compound;an effective amount of a spore forming microbial composition; andan effective water dispersing amount of a surfactant.The composition is used to clean a hard surface containing a diverse microbial flora. The composition cleans and disinfects by killing off undesirable microorganisms which may be causing offensive odors and leaves behind Bacillus spores which will then germinate and degrade any remaining ongoing residues without creating offensive odors.

Abstract: Aqueous based cleaning compositions simultaneously featuring disinfecting, low residue deposit and good cleaning characteristics are provided. The compositions include one or more quaternary amine compounds as disinfecting active agents, an organic solvent system, one or more amine oxides, one or more nonionic alkylpolyglycosides, water and optionally further conventional additives including pH buffers, dyes, fragrances and the like.

Abstract: An improved cleaning composition is provided for shower and tub surfaces which is of the "shower rinsing" type, requiring no scrubbing, wiping, or immediate rinsing. The composition comprises:(a) a glycoside surfactant, the total amount of said surfactant being present in a cleaning effective amount;(b) a chelating agent, said chelating agent present in an amount effective to enhance bathroom soil removal in said composition; and(c) the remainder, water. A solvent such as isopropyl alcohol may also be added. The employment of a glycoside surfactant, especially one having an HLB value of greater than 13, remarkably improves the performance of such a shower rinsing composition both with respect to surface appearance streaking and filming and also bathroom soil and soap scum removing ability.

Abstract: This invention relates to an acid liquid crystal composition comprising a water insoluble organic compound, a nonionic surfactant, an abrasive, an anionic surfactant, a cosurfactant, a hydroxy containing organic acid, and water.

Abstract: A toilet bowl cleaner having an acid value from about 50 to about 90 includes a nonionic surfactant, a carboxylic acid, and a thickener. Preferably, the thickener is an acrylic copolymer and the acid is glycolic acid. The composition is concentrated to maintain cleaning effectiveness in a dilute environment.

Abstract: Aqueous concentrated liquid hard surface cleaning compositions which bloom when added to a larger volume of water which comprises the following constituents:botanical oil constituent;at least one botanical oil solubilizing surfactant which is preferably an amine oxide surfactant;a binary solvent system which includes at least one organic alcohol constituent and at least one glycol solvent constituent;optionally but desirably a polyoxycarboxylate constituent;optionally but desirably an effective amount of a chelating agent which includes at least one non-ionized acetate group, most preferably a mono-, di- or tri- alkali or alkaline ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid;optionally but desirably at least one optional constituent selected from: chelating agents, coloring agents, light stabilizers, fragrances, thickening agents, hydrotropes, pH adjusting agents, pH buffers one or more detersive surfactant constituents particularly non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, as well as others known the art.

Abstract: A cleaning composition for delicate surfaces, such as marble or lacquered surfaces, comprises from 5% to 85% surfactant, 0.1% to 20% of an organic polycarboxylate builder, and an effective amount of positive divalent ions to saturate the builder. The highest LogKa of the organic polycarboxylate builder, measured at 25.degree. C./0.1M ionic strength, is between 3 and 8; the sum of the LogKCa+LogKMg, measured at 25.degree. C./0.1M ionic strength, is higher than 4; and LogKCa=LogKMg.+-.2 units, measured at 25.degree. C./0.1M ionic strength. A method of cleaning a delicate surface, such as marble or lacquered surfaces, comprises contacting the surface with an effective amount of the present composition to clean the surface, and optionally rinsing the composition from the surface.

Abstract: A blooming type, germicidal hard surface cleaning and disinfecting concentrate compositions according to the invention comprise the following constituents:0.1-10% wt. of a terpene containing solvent which desirably includes both pine oil and d-limonene;0.1-12% wt. of at least one organic solvent;0.1-20% wt. at least one non-ionic surfactant constituent which desirably includes at least one nonionic surfactant having an HLB of greater than or equal to 10, and at least one nonionic surfactant having an HLB value of less than or equal to 8;a bloom enhancing effective amount at least one amphoteric surfactant selected from alkylampho(mono)- and (di)-acetates, alkylampho(mono)- and (di)-propionates, and aminopropionates;optionally a further nonionic surfactant based on a C.sub.8 -C.sub.18 primary alcohol ethoxylate which exhibits a cloud point of 20.degree. C. in water;a germicidally effective amount of at least one cationic surfactant having germicidal properties; andthe balance, to 100% wt. of water.

Abstract: Aqueous based cleaning compositions simultaneously featuring disinfecting, low residue deposit and good cleaning characteristics are provided. The compositions include one or more quaternary amine compounds as disinfecting active agents, an organic solvent system which includes glycol mono-n-butyl ether or a binary system including a glycol ether with a linear primary alcohol, and either one or more betaines, or one or more amine oxides as a surfactant constituent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use, in a composition, of a combination of a chelating agent, a surfactant, and an essential oil or an active thereof, to provide disinfecting properties to said composition.

Abstract: A blooming type, germicidal hard surface cleaning and disinfecting concentrate compositions according to the invention comprise the following constituents:0.1-10% wt. of a terpene containing solvent which desirably includes both pine oil and d-limonene;0.1-12% wt. of at least one organic solvent;0.1-20% wt. at least one non-ionic surfactant constituent which desirably includes at least one nonionic surfactant having an HLB of greater than or equal to 10, and at least one nonionic surfactant having an HLB value of less than or equal to 8;a bloom enhancing effective amount at least one amphoteric surfactant selected from alkylampho(mono)- and (di)-acetates, alkylampho(mono)- and (di)-propionates, and aminopropionates;optionally a further nonionic surfactant based on a C.sub.8 -C.sub.18 primary alcohol ethoxylate which exhibits a cloud point of 20.degree. C. in water;a germicidally effective amount of at least one cationic surfactant having germicidal properties; and,the balance, to 100% wt. of water.

Abstract: This invention is an antibacterial, bactericidal and antiseptic agent containing an aluminum salt of hinokitiol or/and a complex compound of hinokitiol with an aluminum compound as an effective component.As hinokitiol contained in the form of an aluminum salt of hinokitiol or/and a complex compound of hinokitiol with an aluminum compound, the thermal, optical and chemical instabilities of hinokitiol are dispelled, and the stabilization during the production and at the time of storage as preparations is obtained.

Abstract: This invention relates to an enzymatic detergent drain cleaner composition containing:0.015-20 wt % of an acid cellulase enzyme having hydrolytic activity specific to .beta.-glucosidic bonds;1-70 wt % of a water soluble carbonate salt;1-70 wt % of a water soluble acid that reacts in an aqueous medium with the carbonate salt to form carbon dioxide that dissolves in the aqueous medium;0.1-10 wt % of a surfactant; and0.05-5 wt % of a thickening agent. This detergent composition may be used as an enzymatic detergent drain cleaner or in a method for removing or preventing bacterial cellulose deposits in an aqueous system at a solution temperature of up to about 60.degree. C. and a pH of about 2 to about 7.

Abstract: A cleaning agent composition which contains as major components an aminodicarboxylic acid N,N-diacetic acid salt, (particularly aspartic acid N,N-diacetic acid salt or glutamic acid N,N-diacetic acid salt) and a glycolic acid salt and of which a cleaning liquid has pH 8.5 or higher. Preferably, the composition further contains anionic surfactant and/or nonionic surfactant or an alkali metal hydroxide.The cleaning agent composition of the present invention has excellent cleaning effect and biodegradability and can be used advantageously as domestic, medical, and industrial cleaning agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods for cleaning typically organic beverage and food soils. The cleaning composition is formulated to remove carbohydrate and proteinaceous soils from hard surfaces. The formulations of the invention are directed to remove carbohydrate and proteinaceous soils from beverage manufacturing locations such as soils arising in the manufacture of malt beverages, fruit juices, dairy products, etc.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foaming enzyme composition and delivery method useful for the cleaning and maintenance of moist conditions of the surfaces of soiled instruments, utensils and other devices prior to final cleaning and/or sterilization. The aqueous composition preferably consists of a combination of: (1) an enzyme cleaning solution, (2) foam-building ingredients; (3) a corrosion inhibitor; and (4) an antimicrobial agent. The composition may be dispensed from a pump spray as a stable foam which covers the surfaces of the instrument to be cleaned, and remains on the surface of the instrument for at least 30 minutes, and preferably until the instruments are finally cleaned and sterilized. The composition and delivery method of the present invention is particularly useful for the pre-cleaning of complex medical instruments such as endoscopes.

Abstract: Disclosed are mildly acidic liquid compositions for use in cleaning hard surfaces. The compositions contain from about 1% to about 60% of an amine oxide detergent surfactant, an aqueous carrier liquid, and an acidifying agent having a pK.sub.a of less than about 6.0. The compositions contain enough of the acidifying agent to protonate at least about 10% of the amine oxide species within the compositions and to provide a composition pH of between about 3 and 7. These no-rinse liquid hard surface cleaning compositions have excellent cleaning properties, they do not leave a visible residue when they dry, and they cause minimal or no staining of vinyl surfaces. Also disclosed are a method for cleaning vinyl surfaces using the liquid compositions, and non-liquid compositions from which the mildly acidic liquid compositions can easily be obtained by adding an aqueous liquid.

Abstract: This invention relates to an enzymatic detergent drain cleaner composition comprising:about 0.005% to about 20% by weight of an acid lipase having hydrolytic activity to ester bonds, specific to glyceride linkages;about 0.005% to about 20% by weight of an acid cellulase enzyme having hydrolytic activity specific to .beta.-glucosidic bonds;about 1-70 wt % of a water soluble carbonate salt;about 1-70 wt % of a water soluble acid that reacts in an aqueous medium with the carbonate salt to form carbon dioxide that dissolves in the aqueous medium;about 0.1-10 wt % of a surfactant; andabout 0.05-5 wt % of a thickening agent. This detergent composition may be used as an enzymatic detergent drain cleaner or in a method for removing or preventing bacterial cellulose and glyceride deposits in an aqueous system.

Abstract: A powdered abrasive cleanser that exhibits superior soil removal properties and surface safety is provided. The cleanser includes a surfactant, an optional source of active chlorine, a borax pentahydrate compound that is preferably sodium tetraborate pentahydrate, and optionally an alkaline detergent builder and/or calcium carbonate.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a synergistic cleaning and disinfecting composition for use in decontaminating biofilm-coated surfaces like fresh water lines providing water supply to dental instruments, these lines being susceptible to contamination by microorganisms and being susceptible to the formation of biofilm coatings on their inner walls, the composition comprising an effective amount of a detergent, an effective amount of a denaturing agent attacking the extracellular matrix formed between microorganisms and between microorganisms and the inner walls of these water lines and an effective amount of a bactericide for destroying the microorganisms.

Abstract: Aqueous based cleaning compositions simultaneously featuring disinfecting, low residue deposit and good cleaning characteristics are provided. The compositions include one or more quaternary amine compounds as disinfecting active agents, an organic solvent system which includes glycol mono-n-butyl ether or a binary system including a glycol ether with a linear primary alcohol, and either one or more betaines, or one or more amine oxides as a surfactant constituent.

Abstract: A cleaning agent composition which contains as major components an aminodicarboxylic acid N,N-diacetic acid salt, (particularly aspartic acid N,N-diacetic acid salt or glutamic acid N,N-diacetic acid salt) and a glycolic acid salt and of which a cleaning liquid has pH 8.5 or higher. Preferably, the composition further contains anionic surfactant and/or nonionic surfactant or an alkali metal hydroxide.The cleaning agent composition of the present invention has excellent cleaning effect and biodegradability and can be used advantageously as domestic, medical, and industrial cleaning agents.

Abstract: A liquid cleaning composition includes a carboxylic acid, surfactant and organic solvent. The composition is particularly effective for removing soap scum, limescale and hard water spots from tubs, tiles and showers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for rinsing showers clean and for providing a pleasant sheen to shower surfaces without scrubbing or wiping by applying an aqueous composition which includes a non-ionic surfactant having an HLB less than 13, a chelating agent, and optionally, an alcohol.

Abstract: The present invention is a powdered stain remover formulation which when mixed with water exhibits bleaching and stain discoloration properties together with the required detergency, and also exhibits mildewcide and bacteriocidal properties. The formulation includes calcium hypochlorite; a surfactant to promote detergency by emulsification, such as sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate and a polyacrylic acid salt, such as sodium polyacrylate, to further promote cleaning by chelation. The stain remover formulation is applied to the stained surface by spraying, rolling or brushing. In this manner, water stains, tobacco, soot, mold, mildew and other stains are readily removed from the desired surface, such as sprayed textured walls and ceilings, tiles, masonry, fiberglass and plastic furniture.

Abstract: Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are sprayed onto apples, lettuce and the like to remove soil and unwanted deposits, especially wax. Articles for applying the compositions to produce by spraying are disclosed. Use of the compositions for disinfectancy/sanitization of produce and cleaning/disinfectancy/sanitization of non-food inantimate surfaces are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for an aqueous rinsing solution for removing deposits from surfaces of showers and the like, and the use of such a composition for rinsing showers clean and for providing a pleasant sheen to shower surfaces without scrubbing or wiping. The composition includes a cleaning surfactant, an alcohol, and optionally, a super wetting surfactant, a disinfectant and a base for adjusting pH.

Abstract: This invention relates to an enzymatic detergent drain cleaner composition containing:0.015-20 wt % of an acid cellulase enzyme having hydrolytic activity specific to .beta.-glucosidic bonds;1-70 wt % of a water soluble carbonate salt;1-70 wt % of a water soluble acid that reacts in an aqueous medium with the carbonate salt to form carbon dioxide that dissolves in the aqueous medium;0.1-10 wt % of a surfactant; and0.05-5 wt % of a thickening agent. This detergent composition may be used as an enzymatic detergent drain cleaner or in a method for removing or preventing bacterial cellulose deposits in an aqueous system at a solution temperature of up to about 60.degree. C. and a pH of about 2 to about 7.

Abstract: Effective, multi-use filter cleaning compositions include 5% to 60% of a strong acid, 1% to 40% of a surfactant, and 0.5% to 20% of a sequesterant/builder. The filter cleaning compositions optionally include 0.5% to 10% of a water soluble organic solvent, and/or 0.5% to 10% of a nonionic surfactant.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a synergistic cleaning and disinfecting composition for use in decontaminating biofilm-coated surfaces like fresh water lines providing water supply to dental instruments, these lines being susceptible to contamination by microorganisms and being susceptible to the formation of biofilm coatings on their inner walls, the composition comprising an effective amount of a detergent, an effective amount of a denaturing agent attacking the extracellular matrix formed between microorganisms and between microorganisms and the inner walls of these water lines and an effective amount of a bactericide for destroying the microorganisms.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a synergistic cleaning and disinfecting composition for use in decontaminating biofilm-coated surfaces like fresh water lines providing water supply to dental instruments, these lines being susceptible to contamination by microorganisms and being susceptible to the formation of biofilm coatings on their inner walls, the composition comprising an effective amount of a detergent, an effective amount of a denaturing agent attacking the extracellular matrix formed between microorganisms and between microorganisms and the inner walls of these water lines and an effective amount of a bactericide for destroying the microorganisms.

Abstract: Aqueous cleaning compositions and methods of use are disclosed with a thickening agent including an alkyl ether sulfate surfactant forming about 0.1 to about 10% by wt. of the composition, about 0.1-5.0% by wt. of a cothickening surfactant comprising an alkali metal fatty acid sulfate and/or an alkoxylated alkylphenol sulfate salt, a solvent selected from the class consisting of terpene derivatives including a functional group and tertiary alcohols forming about 0.01 to about 10% by wt. of the composition and an electrolyte component in an amount effective for enhancing thickening effects of the alkyl ether sulfate surfactant and solvent. The electrolyte component preferably includes an alkali metal hypochlorite, more preferably at least one additional multivalent electrolyte, and most preferably sodium carbonate. With the electrolyte component including a hypochlorite, additional electrolytes and the solvent are selected to be bleach stable, the solvent also preferably being a fragrance for the composition.

Abstract: A stable, aqueous, glutaraldehyde solution comprising:an aqueous solution of glutaraldehyde;a non-ionic detergent;sodium acetate; andsufficient of a pH modifier to bring the pH of the solution to 6 to 8.5 is provided.The solution does not require an activator prior to use and is not a skin irritant. It is also stable for a period of up to 6 months at temperatures of 25.degree. C. when undiluted. When diluted further with water to differing concentrations, it is suitable for use as a sterilising, cleaning, disinfecting, antiseptic, subcutaneously injectable or preservative end use composition. These diluted compositions are stable for a period of up to 12 months and also require no activation prior to use.

Abstract: A thickened, buffered aqueous acidic cleaning composition suitable for removing mineral deposits is provided. In one embodiment, the composition comprises a weak acid and its conjugate base wherein the weak acid has a pK.sub.a of approximately 2 to 3.5 and where the composition has a pH of approximately 2 to 3.5. Organic acids, such as citric acid, are particularly suited. The addition of a thickening system comprising cetyl trimethyl ammonium chloride and sodium xylene sulfonate or alkyl diphenylether sulfonate produces a viscoelastic composition in which the viscosity can be controlled by the level and/or ratio of the surfactant/counterion. Suitable stable adjuncts including fragrances, dyes, organic solvents, disinfectants, and bleaches can be added to the composition.

Abstract: Detergent compositions comprising a surfactant system that is either (1) a mixture nonionic and zwitterionic detergent surfactants; (2) a mixture of nonionic and amphoteric (non-zwitterionic) detergent surfactants; or (3) short chain nonionic detergent surfactant, the nonionic detergent surfactants preferably being short chain and/or having peaked distribution; optional hydrophobic cleaning solvent; and polycarboxylate, especially dicarboxylate, detergent builder provide superior cleaning of all of the soils commonly found in the bathroom. The compositions have a pH of from about 1 to about 5.5, preferably from about 2 to about 4 when the dicarboxylate builder is used. The compositions are in the form of aqueous liquids. Short chain peaked distribution nonionic detergent surfactants provide surprisingly superior sudsing characteristics.

Abstract: A concentrated cleaning composition for cleaning outdoor vinyl surfaces. The concentrated cleaning solution includes an aqueous chlorinated bleach solution, a surfactant, a phosphate and a silicate. The concentrated cleaning solution is diluted with water to form a diluted composition which is applied to the surfaces to be cleaned to effect loosening of soil. Thereafter, the loosened soil is removed by the mechanical action of a water spray.

Abstract: A method and kit for extracting fungus from a plant. An extraction solution is combined with tissue from a plant and the combination is agitated, preferably by shaking, to extract a detectable amount of the fungus from the plant. The extraction solution is a solution containing a dilute acid and a detergent. The extract can then be neutralized without degradation of the fungus and subjected to analysis by immunoassay to detect the presence of pathogenic fungi. The method is particularly useful for the detection of Pyricularia oryzae on rice plants.