Heterogeneous Arrangement (e.g., Mixture Of Macroscopic Particles Differing In Physical Or Chemical Composition, Etc.; Liquid Component Encapsulated In Or Sorbed On Solid Material, Etc.) Patents (Class 510/438)
  • Patent number: 6586385
    Abstract: A dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2003
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Co.
    Inventors: Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas
  • Publication number: 20030119705
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pre-moistened wipe for treating a surface, said pre-moistened wipe comprising: (a) a substrate; wherein said substrate is substantially free of a binder or latex and said substrate is made of at least about 20% synthetic material; and (b) an aqueous composition applied to said substrate, said composition comprising a low-residue surfactant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2002
    Publication date: June 26, 2003
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Mary Vijayarani Barnabas, Alan Edward Sherry
  • Publication number: 20030109411
    Abstract: An improved cleaning composition is adapted to be loaded on a cleaning wipe having improved biocidal release from the cleaning wipe. The improved cleaning composition includes a cationic biocide and surfactant. The cationic biocide includes biguanide compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2001
    Publication date: June 12, 2003
    Applicant: The Clorox Company, a Delaware corporation
    Inventors: Andrew Kilkenny, Elias A. Shaheen, Robert L. Blum, Maria Garcia Ochomogo
  • Patent number: 6576604
    Abstract: Disclosed is an adhesive cleaning sheet characterized by comprising a supporting sheet, a mold removing ingredient, and a water-soluble sheet, wherein the mold removing ingredient is covered with at least one of the supporting sheet and the water-soluble sheet, and the water-soluble sheet develops adhesiveness by at least one of hydrating and dissolving in water so that the cleaning sheet can be stuck to an object of cleaning by means of the water-soluble sheet and water on use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2003
    Assignee: Kao Corporation
    Inventors: Eiichi Hoshino, Hironobu Sionome, Koji Hanaoka
  • Publication number: 20030104966
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a multi layer needlepunched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2002
    Publication date: June 5, 2003
    Applicant: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Lamberta Suazon, Dawne Barry, John Fletcher, Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas
  • Patent number: 6573231
    Abstract: A particulate laundry detergent composition having a bulk density of 550 to 900 g/l comprises at least two different granular multiingredient components. A first granular component (preferably non-spray-dried) has a bulk density of 550 to 1000 g/l and has a weight ratio of a first ingredient type to a second ingredient type of r; a second granular component (preferably spray-dried) has a bulk density of from 300 to 550 g/l and has a weight ratio of the first ingredient type to the second ingredient type of r′, wherein the ratio of r to r′ is within the range of from 1.25:1 to 1:1.25.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Vera Johanna Bakker, Daniel Pierre Berthod, Christophe Michel Joyeux, Duncan Howard Wright
  • Patent number: 6573232
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning wipe which is a water insoluble substrate impregnated with a cleaning composition containing a cellulosic polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Barbara Thomas, Karen Wisniewski, Philip Gorlin, Josh Ghaim
  • Publication number: 20030100470
    Abstract: A cleaning sheet having high cleaning ability and with which finished quality of a surface after cleaning is excellent. A cleaning sheet comprising a sheet base material impregnated with an aqueous cleaning composition that has a pH value of 8 to 11, the composition comprising (A) at least one compound selected from monoethanolamine, morpholine and morpholine derivative compounds, (B) a saturated or unsaturated fatty acid having 14 to 22 carbon atoms, (C) a terpene-type hydrocarbon, and (D) a surfactant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2002
    Publication date: May 29, 2003
    Inventor: Rumi Takano
  • Patent number: 6569828
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning wipe which is a water insoluble substrate impregnated with a cleaning composition containing a cellulosic polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Barbara Thomas, Karen Wisniewski, Philip Gorlin, Josh Ghaim
  • Patent number: 6562777
    Abstract: A sorbent material is provided comprising a porous substrate, such as a nonwoven web, having a wetting chemistry distributed substantially throughout the substrate. The wetting chemistry can comprise (a) an aliphatic alcohol ethoxylate; (b) one or more of an alkyl sulfosuccinate, an alkyl sulfate and a sulfated fatty acid ester and, optionally, (c) a fatty acid ester ethoxylate. Various formulations are provided having low metal ion concentrations, anti-static properties and/or good absorption characteristics for a broad spectrum of liquids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Ali Yahiaoui, Craig Farrell Thomaschefsky, Taiwoo Chiu
  • Publication number: 20030083222
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process of disinfecting a hard-surface with a composition comprising cinnamon oil and/or an active thereof whereby disinfecting benefits are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2002
    Publication date: May 1, 2003
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Floriana Raso, Alberto Caselli
  • Patent number: 6551980
    Abstract: A dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a single layer needle punched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas
  • Publication number: 20030069161
    Abstract: A disposable substantially damp cleansing article is disclosed having a cleansing composition impregnated onto a flexible substrate such as a non-woven cloth. The impregnated compositions include lathering surfactants and water, and a water-binding agent resulting in a composition having a water activity less than 0.977 but no lower than 0.001. Amounts of water range from greater than 15% to no higher than about 40% by weight of the total article. Speed of lather formation and foam volume increases within the window of the stated water activity and water range.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2001
    Publication date: April 10, 2003
    Applicant: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA
    Inventors: G. Jae Lee, Robert Edward Gott, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Michael Charles Cheney
  • Patent number: 6541437
    Abstract: Speckled detergent compositions with colored glassy phosphates and conventional detergent ingredients.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2003
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lucia Mendez Mata, Fabrizio Meli
  • Patent number: 6541432
    Abstract: A cleansing material comprising a sheet material impregnated with an emulsion having a viscosity of 200 to 4000 mPa·s at 25° C. and a viscosity of 100 to 2000 mPa·s at 50° C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2003
    Assignee: Kao Corporation
    Inventors: Kenji Kaneda, Keiko Matsuo
  • Patent number: 6537955
    Abstract: A cleaning and disinfecting composition which provides effective cleaning, disinfecting and shine performance, said composition comprising a surfactant system comprising from 0.01% to 10% by weight of the total composition of an amine oxide, from 0.01% to 20% by weight of a short chain alkyl sulphate surfactant according to the formula: R1SO4M, wherein R1 represents a saturated or unsaturated alkyl group containing from 6 to 8 carbon atoms and M is H or a cation, and from 0.01% to 20% by weight of a long chain alkyl sulphate surfactant according to the formula: R2SO4M, wherein R2 represents a saturated or unsaturated alkyl group containing from 9 to 30 carbon atoms and M is H or a cation. More preferably, the composition further comprises an antimicrobial compound and/or a peroxygen bleach for further enhanced disinfection performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2003
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Floriana Raso, Marina Trani, Antonella Severini
  • Publication number: 20030054970
    Abstract: An article for sanitizing a surface with a sanitizing solution while maintaining the concentration level of a sanitizer in the sanitizing solution at an effective concentration level. A substrate that absorbs and holds the sanitizing solution is treated with a sanitizer release polymer composition. The substrate may be a woven, nonwoven, or knit fabric, a foam or sponge, or the like. The sanitizer release polymer composition may include a cationic or nonionic surfactant or binder that is operable to maintain the concentration level of the sanitizer at the effective level during prolonged periods of use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2002
    Publication date: March 20, 2003
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Svendsen
  • Patent number: 6534471
    Abstract: A process for the production of colored detergent particles. The process is characterized in that a slurry comprising at least one powdering agent and at least one dye is spray dried so that a colored powdering agent is formed. The thus formed colored powdering agent is then applied to detergent particles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Assignee: Henkel Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien
    Inventors: Christian Block, Antoni Machin, Hans-Friedrich Kruse
  • Patent number: 6534472
    Abstract: An antibacterial dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a single layer needle punched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with an antibacterial cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Evangelia Arvanitidou, Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas, Bruce Nascimbeni
  • Patent number: 6531444
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a controlled delivery system that can be incorporated in liquid, as well as, dry granular, or powder, fabric care products, such as fabric softeners, laundry detergents, rinse added products, and other fabric care products, to enhance fragrance performance. The controlled delivery system of the present invention is a solid, substantially spherical particle comprising hydrophobic cationic charge enhancing agents in conjunction with cationic fabric softening agents that assist in adhering the particles onto fabric. The particles can also include a fragrance. The particle can have an average particle diameter of from about 1 micron to about 500 microns. The controlled delivery system of the present invention can be utilized to deliver a broad range of fragrance ingredients onto fabric and prolong fragrance release from the dry laundered fabric over an extended period of time, or yield a high impact fragrance “burst” upon ironing the fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2003
    Assignee: Salvona, LLC
    Inventors: Adi Shefer, Shmuel David Shefer
  • Patent number: 6521581
    Abstract: The present invention includes a layered liquid detergent composition in a water-soluble single use package, the composition comprising at least two layers, the at least two layers comprising a surfactant, a colored inorganic electrolyte, and water. In the inventive compositions at least one of the layers (the electrolyte layer) is colored. Preferred compositions include a dye in the surfactant layer, so that the compositions contain at least two layers, with two distinct colors. Preferred compositions are transparent and are enclosed within a transparent body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2003
    Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Feng-Lung Gordon Hsu, Kwang H. Lee, Andre M. Puleo
  • Publication number: 20030027738
    Abstract: The invention relates to an article containing (A) a water-insoluble substrate and (B) containing an aqueous phase and N-(3-chloroallyl)hexaminium chloride. According to one preferred embodiment of the invention, the composition also contains at least one C1-C4 alkyl para hydroxybenzoate and/or at least one ethylenediamine-tetraacetic acid salt. The article may especially constitute a wipe for cleansing and/or removing makeup from the facial and/or body skin, and also for removing makeup from the eyes. The wipe may be in the form of a moist or dry wipe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2002
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Patricia Delambre, Philippe Touzan, Pascal Simon
  • Patent number: 6514929
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for forming an agglomerated particle containing the steps of providing at least one alkaline material, a core material, and at least one acid active. The alkaline material and the core material are added to a mixer and agglomerated therein, to form an agglomerated particle comprising an interior and an exterior. The acid active is then added to the mixer. The core material is concentrated into the interior of the agglomerated particle by adding substantially all of the core material to the alkaline material before more than about 50% of the acid active is added to the mixer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2003
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Manivannan Kandasamy, Tianli Wen
  • Patent number: 6503876
    Abstract: This invention relates to laundry detergent products, such as heavy duty aqueous and/or non-aqueous and/or gelled liquid laundry detergents and granular and/or powder laundry detergents, which include one or more low density particles and one or more particulate solids, such as enzymes, bleaching agents, builders, chelants, alkalinity sources, anti-redeposition agents, catalysts, surfactants, and other detergent ingredients, and optionally one or more conventional cleaning adjunct materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2003
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Walter August Maria Broeckx
  • Publication number: 20030004085
    Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a composition for washing a polishing pad which removes a water-insoluble compound which was separated from a surface to be polished during polishing, formed at least on the surface of a polishing pad, and comprised a metal ion ionized, and a method for washing a polishing pad using the same. The composition for washing a polishing pad of the present invention is obtained by, in the case a water-insoluble compound is a copper quinaldinic acid complex, blending ammonia as a component for rendering the water-insoluble compound water-soluble and glycine as a water-soluble complex forming component for forming a water-soluble complex with a copper ion, and stirring them. In addition, in a method for washing a polishing pad using the composition for washing a polishing pad, a polishing pad can be washed effectively, the productivity can be improved and, further, consumption of a polishing pad can be inhibited.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2002
    Publication date: January 2, 2003
    Applicant: JSR CORPORATION
    Inventors: Michiaki Ando, Nobuo Kawahashi, Masayuki Hattori
  • Patent number: 6495499
    Abstract: A floor cleaning wipe comprising a water insoluble substrate which is impregnated with a floor cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: John Puckhaber, Harry Aszman
  • Patent number: 6495508
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Isabelle Leonard, Didier Dormal, Jean Julemont
  • Publication number: 20020183233
    Abstract: An improved cleaning composition loaded on a cleaning wipe having improved biocidal release from the cleaning wipe. The improved cleaning composition includes a cationic biocide and a biocide release agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2001
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Applicant: The Clorox Company, Delaware corporation
    Inventors: Shuman Mitra, Richard E. Simon, Wayne B. Scott, Kenneth L. Vieira, Glen A. Shaffer, Andrew Kilkenny
  • Publication number: 20020183216
    Abstract: Novel skin cleansing formulations are disclosed herein. The formulations comprise an anionic particles, microfibers, or compounds which dislodge contaminants from skin through electrostatic interactions. The anionic particles, compounds, or microfibers can easily be incorporated into various products for improved skin cleaning and removal of the contaminant from the skin. The anionic particles do not necessarily kill microbes on the skin, but dislodge them from the skin surface such that they and other contaminants can easily be removed away from the skin by a substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2001
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventors: David W. Koenig, Beth Anne Lange, Bernard J. Minerath, Bruce S. Williamson
  • Patent number: 6489284
    Abstract: A dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a single layer needle punched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Lamberta Suazon, Dawne Barry, John Fletcher, Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas
  • Publication number: 20020174500
    Abstract: There is provided a cleaning wipe impregnated with a cleaning composition. The cleaning composition includes at least one surfactant, at least one preservative, and a carrier. In addition, the wipe cleaning composition may have at least one enhancing agent. The at least one enhancing agent includes a skin softening and conditioning agent, a pH control agent, a malodor reducing system, an alcohol, and a soil resist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2002
    Publication date: November 28, 2002
    Applicant: Playtex products, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert P. Micciche, Catherine Durden, Uma Tripathi, Anthony J. Mauro
  • Patent number: 6486109
    Abstract: A water soluble container having disposed therein a liquid cleaning composition containing at least one nonionic surfactant, a perfume and a fatty acid and alkylene carbonate or a silicone fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventor: Myriam Mondin
  • Publication number: 20020173442
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a molded detergent composition is provided. The method includes a step of mixing a hydrated component and a hydratable component to provide a mixture, and molding the mixture to provide a molded detergent composition having a melting point greater than about 30° C. The hydrated component has a melting point below about 100° C. and includes a transhydration product of anhydrous material and water of hydration. The hydrated component is provided in a solid state during the step of mixing. The anhydrous material has a melting point greater than about 300° C. The hydratable component includes water, if present at all, at a level of less than about 2 wt. % based on the weight of the hydratable component. A molded detergent composition and a method for using the molded detergent composition are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2001
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Inventors: Kim R. Smith, Victor Fuk-Pong Man, Wendy Wiseth, Richard Stardig
  • Patent number: 6475976
    Abstract: An antibacterial cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition that provides a lasting antibacterial protection of hard surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Marianne Mahieu, Germaine Zocchi, Yasmine Cartiaux
  • Publication number: 20020151452
    Abstract: Premoistened wipes containing a substrate and a cleaning composition using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for treating food such as produce, e.g., fruits and vegetables, edible animal proteins, toys baby high chairs and the like, are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2001
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: Steven S. Bullock, Nicholas A. Ahr, Jenna Heil, Brian J. Roselle, Heather L. Moster, Dorothee Helene Davenet, Jean Wevers
  • Patent number: 6465407
    Abstract: To provide a sheetlike article for laundry which is freed from the scattering or leak of the contents, facilitates arbitrary dispensing and exhibits excellent detergency even when used alone, sheetlike water-soluble substrates are arranged on both surfaces of a thin layer made of a doughy non-phosphate detergent composition which contains nonionic surfactant(s), alkaline agent(s) and sequestering agent(s) and has a penetration hardness at 25° C. of from 0.1 to 10 kg/cm2.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2002
    Assignee: Kao Corporation
    Inventors: Hiromitsu Hayashi, Hiroyuki Saijo, Hirohiko Hanada, Toshiki Nishi, Shinji Nakao
  • Patent number: 6462006
    Abstract: A solid-form dishwasher detergent that contains a builder combination of conventional phosphates and crystalline layer silicates. Despite its phosphate content, the detergent provides improved protection to sensitive tableware, more particularly glasses and decorated tableware, and improved cleaning performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2002
    Assignees: Henkel Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien, Clariant GmbH
    Inventors: Rainer Sorg, Christian Nitsch, Juergen Haerer, Harald Volk, Thomas Mueller-Kirschbaum, Peter Krings, Harald Bauer, Josef Holz, Guenther Schimmel, Lothar Westermann
  • Patent number: 6455484
    Abstract: The invention is a solid chemical concentrate system of at least two cooperative shapes. The first shape is an inwardly curved bar having an inner opening. The second shape is an insert which is capable of interlocking with the bar by insertion into the bar inner opening. The solid chemical concentrate provides chemical systems having active constituents which may be the same, different but compatible or functionally and chemically incompatible combined within one matrix to provide at least one substantially continuous surface. The system may also comprise an aqueous soluble or dispersible polymeric film cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2002
    Assignee: Ecolab Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth J. Gladfelter, Tina O. Outlaw, James L. Copeland, Rhonda K. Schulz, Daniel K. Boche, Jeff W. Peterson
  • Patent number: 6451751
    Abstract: There is provided a process for producing particles of amine reaction product by means of a carrier having a melting point between 30 degrees Celsius and 135 degrees Celsius, optionally followed by a coating step. Processed amine reaction products and finished compositions incorporating such processed product are also herein provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2002
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Alfred Busch, Marcel Homblé, Christophe Laudamiel, Johan Smets, Rafael Trujillo, Jean Wevers
  • Patent number: 6444632
    Abstract: A water soluble container having disposed therein a liquid cleaning composition containing at least one nonionic surfactant, a perfume and a fatty acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventor: Myriam Mondin
  • Patent number: 6440909
    Abstract: A cleaning article used in the absence of a water source, comprises an abrasive substrate and a liquid impregnating it. The substrate is a non-woven abrasive material such as a sheet of plastic fibers and the impregnation liquid is an aqueous solution of d-limonene, surface active agent and hydrophilic solvent with, if desired, the usual additives. Impregnation can be carried out on a stack of towels by pouring the impregnating solution onto the stack, which spreads uniformly throughout the towels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2002
    Assignee: Laboratories Prodene Klint
    Inventor: Eric Vignot
  • Patent number: 6440925
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a single layer needle punched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Lamberta B. Suazon, Dawne Barry, John Fletcher, Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas
  • Patent number: 6436892
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Isabelle Leonard, Didier Dormal, Jean Julemont
  • Patent number: 6436887
    Abstract: A floor cleaning wipe comprising a water insoluble substrate which is impregnated with a floor cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate- Palmolive Company
    Inventors: John Puckhaber, Harry Aszman
  • Patent number: 6432904
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a single layer needle punched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Lamberta Suazon, Dawne Barry, John Fletcher, Karen Wisniewski, Barbara Thomas
  • Publication number: 20020107157
    Abstract: A portable wipe product for use in cleaning objects, such as pacifiers, bottles, teething objects, and cups that are to be placed in a child's mouth. The wipes are dispensed from a portable dispenser. The wipes are covered with an aqueous mixture that, in its basic form, includes purified water, one of an emulsifier and a surfactant, a moisture preserving agent, a chelator, a preservative, and an acidulant. Flavoring and an anti-oxidant may also be added.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2000
    Publication date: August 8, 2002
    Inventors: William R. Patzer, Vicktoria Patzer, Kenneth Coleman
  • Patent number: 6429183
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with an antibacterial cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Isabelle Leonard, Didier Dormal, Jean Julemont
  • Patent number: 6429182
    Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with an antibacterial cleaning composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2002
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Jean Julemont, Isabelle Leonard, Didier Dormal
  • Patent number: 6420333
    Abstract: A process for encapsulating a benefit agent and/or colorant for personal care or detergent compositions, the process comprising immersing an emulsion or a dispersion containing the benefit agent and/or colorant into an aqueous curing solution containing a high HLB surfactant and/or a super-wetting agent. The preferred process further includes increasing the density of the droplets, to allow for easier penetration into the curing solution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2002
    Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Feng-Lung Gordon Hsu, Kristina Marie Neuser, MyongSuk Bae-Lee, Eric Charles Ehrnsperger, Tracy Bowens
  • Patent number: 6420332
    Abstract: The present invention is a blood and organic stain remover which includes in a first embodiment a protease, an amylase, an enzyme stabilizing system such as a source of calcium, an alcohol, and an alkanolamine, a nonionic detergent, and water. In a second embodiment, the blood and organic stain remover includes a protease, an amylase, an enzyme stabilizing system, a nonionic detergent, an anionic detergent, and water. In the second embodiment the enzyme stabilizing system preferably includes a petroleum distillate. A system of using the aqueous blood and organic stain remover composition in a prepackaged wipe which permits the user to remove blood and organic spots or to pre-spot blood and organic stains prior to washing without the need for direct skin contact with the spot is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2002
    Inventor: Joseph J. Simpson