Abstract: Agents for lightening keratin fibers include, relative to their weight, 20 to 75 wt.-% oil(s), 0.05 to 5 wt.-% xanthan, 1 to 70 wt.-% peroxodisulfate(s) and 1 to 15 wt.-% cetearyl alcohol. The agents have increased storage stability, not only the physical stability (settling, phase separation) but also the chemical stability (degradation of the persalts) thereof being improved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for dyeing or lightening keratin fibres, comprising the step of extemporaneously mixing at the time of use two compositions (A) and (B) and of applying the said mixture to the said fibres; the said mixture comprising at least 25% by weight of fatty substances relative to the total weight of the composition obtained from the mixing of two compositions (A)+(B); with: —(A) representing a composition in direct emulsion form whose content of oil(s) ii) is at least 30% by weight relative to the weight of composition (A), and comprising: i) at least one nonionic surfactant that is solid at room temperature and at atmospheric pressure, with an HLB ranging from 1.5 to 10; ii) at least one basifying agent; Hi) optionally at least one additional surfactant other than the solid nonionic surfactants (i), iv) optionally at least one dye; and—(B) representing a composition comprising at least one chemical oxidizing agent.

Abstract: Agents for lightening keratinic fibers, which include, based on their weight, 20 to 75% by weight of oil(s), 0.05 to 5% by weight of polymer(s) from the group of ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymers and/or butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymers and/or butylene/propylene/styrene copolymers, and 1 to 70% by weight of peroxydisulfate(s), whereby the weight ratio of sodium peroxydisulfate in the agent to the total amount of peroxydisulfates in the agent is at least 0.2, possess increased storage stability, the improvement being not only in physical stability (sedimentation, phase separation) but also in chemical stability (degradation of the persalts). There are also improvements in product yield, spreadability of the application mixture, and the bleaching effect.

Abstract: A modified kraft pulp fiber with unique properties is provided. The modified fiber can be a modified bleached kraft fiber that is almost indistinguishable from its conventional counterpart, except that it has a low degree of polymerization (DP). Methods for making the modified fiber and products made from it are also provided. The method can be a one step acidic, iron catalyzed peroxide treatment process that can be incorporated into a single stage of a multi-stage bleaching process. The products can be chemical cellulose feedstocks, microcrystalline cellulose feedstocks, fluff pulps and products made from them.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel inorganic brighteners, a process for their preparation and their use for brightening substrates. More specifically, the novel inorganic brighteners are phosphors characterized in that they have (i) an absorption maximum in the range of from 350 to 375 nm; (ii) a steep decrease of the absorption band near 400 nm; (iii) a quantum yield of the phosphorescence of at least 0.8; and (iv) a phosphorescence maximum in the range between 415 and 445 nm.

Abstract: Present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for keratin fibers especially for human hair with improved lightening effect and therefore, improved colouring and bleaching effects are easily achieved of the compositions applied after mixing with the said composition. Present inventors have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent and additionally at least one alkalizing agent, at least one carbonate source and at least one urea derivative delivers an improved and homogeneous lightening performance and leaves hair in an improved cosmetically acceptable conditioned status.

Abstract: Present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for keratin fibers especially for human hair with improved lightening effect and therefore, improved coloring and bleaching effects are easily achieved of the compositions applied after mixing with the said composition. Present inventors have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent and additionally at least one alkalizing agent, at least one carbonate source and at least one urea derivative delivers an improved and homogeneous lightening performance and leaves hair in an improved cosmetically acceptable conditioned status.

Abstract: The invention relates to a high-strength and abrasion-resistant fibrous material and to a method for the production thereof. According to said method, a natural fiber material is solubilized in an alkaline manner. The fibrous material is treated with an alkaline material, without being subjected to mechanical stress a) at a temperature of between 5 and 30° C. and then b) at a temperature of between 80 and 150° C., and is then optionally washed and/or dried.

Abstract: Treated peroxycarboxylic acid bleaching compositions and methods of using the same are provided to enhancing bleaching performance of various peroxycarboxylic acids. Peroxycarboxylic acid peroxycarboxylic acid compositions are combined with non-metal bleach activators, preferably polyethyleneimines. The invention further relates to methods employing the enhanced bleaching compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous dispersion containing (a) a fluorescent whitening agent, (b) a dispersing agent, (c) a ?-1,3-glucan and, optionally, (d) a vat dye and the use of the aqueous dispersions for whitening synthetic fibers, in particular polyester and polyacrylonitrile.

Abstract: The invention provides an agent for lightening keratinic fibers, the agent containing in a cosmetic carrier (i) at least one acyl pyridinium derivative of formula (I), (ii) at least one alkalizing agent selected from triethanolamine, 2-amino-2-methylpropan-1-ol, 2-amino-2-methylpropane-1,3-diol, lysine, ornithine and/or an alkalizing agent mixture comprising at least one basic amino acid and at least one alkanolamine, and (iii) at least hydrogen peroxide as an oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibers, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect and a lipidic compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibers, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect and a magnesium salt. Further object of the present invention is the use of at least one magnesium salt in a bleaching and/or highlighting composition for keratin fibers, especially for human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect for preventing temperature increase going above 50° C., preferably above 45° C. and more preferably above 40° C. in a period of at least 60 min after mixing water free bleaching and/or highlighting composition and oxidizing lotion.

Abstract: The invention provides an agent for lightening keratinic fibers, the agent containing in a cosmetic carrier (i) at least one acyl pyridinium derivative of formula (I), (ii) at least one cationic polysaccharide, and (iii) at least hydrogen peroxide as an oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present systems, compositions, and methods relate to local color modification of dyed fabrics using a laccase enzyme system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for treatment of keratin fibers comprising a combination of; (a) at least one anionic associative copolymer, (b) at least one anionic non associative copolymer; (c) at least one peroxide agent; (d) at least one persulfate agent; (e) at least on alkalizing agent; and (f) a carrier medium suitable for hair treatment. The oxidizing composition described is suitable for composition used in conventional hair treatments such as dyeing, bleaching, and permanent waving or relaxing/straightening of the keratinous fibers, particularly human hair, requiring an oxidizing composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for treatment of keratin fibers comprising a combination of; (a) at least one anionic associative copolymer, (b) at least one anionic non associative copolymer; (c) at least one peroxide agent; (d) at least one persulfate agent; (e) at least on alkalizing agent; and (f) a carrier medium suitable for hair treatment. The oxidizing composition described is suitable for composition used in conventional hair treatments such as dyeing, bleaching, and permanent waving or relaxing/straightening of the keratinous fibers, particularly human hair, requiring an oxidizing composition.

Abstract: Novel laccase mediators, including carboxyamido and cyano derivatives of 2,6-dimethoxyphenol that exhibit improved hydrolytic stability and good bleaching performance. The novel laccase enzymes may be employed in conjunction with the 2,6-dimethoxyphenol derivatives of this invention to provide an improved method for bleaching denim fabrics.

Abstract: Method for lightening keratinous fibers, wherein a cosmetic carrier comprises (i) at least one oxidation agent, (ii) at least one acylpyridinium derivative of formula (I) and (iii) at least one amino acid comprising hydroxyl groups and/or the physiologically compatible salts thereof and/or the alkyl esters thereof.

Abstract: Agent for lightening keratinous fibers comprising in a cosmetic carrier (i) at least one oxidation agent, (ii) at least one acylpyridinium derivative of Formula (I) and (iii) at least one ammonium compound comprising hydroxyl groups of Formula (II).

Abstract: A composition for anti-microbial effect in a water system such as a pulp and paper processing line with an aqueous slurry. The composition comprises a free chlorine-generating biocide comprising a chlorine source, urea, and an alkali in a concentration sufficient to provide a pH greater than 10, and typically at least pH 11.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bleaching composition for hair comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect and at least one dipeptide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for lightening or dyeing keratin materials, in which the following are used: a) a direct emulsion (A) comprising one or more fatty substances in an amount of greater than 25% by weight; one or more oxyalkylenated nonionic surfactants; an amount of water of greater than 5% by weight relative to the total weight of the emulsion, and one or more oxidizing agents, and b) a composition comprising one or more alkaline agents. The invention also relates to a multi-compartment device comprising, in one of them, an emulsion (A), and, in another, a composition (B) comprising one or more alkaline agents.

Abstract: The invention combines the step of adding chemicals such as alkaline peroxide to an intermediate line after refining, with the step of applying chemicals such as alkaline peroxide as a pre-treatment before primary refining and/or applying chemicals such as alkaline peroxide at the primary refiner. This is implemented in the preferred embodiment, by pre-treating feed material, refining the materials into a pulp in a superatmospheric refiner, and adding chemicals in the post refining blowline.

Abstract: Novel laccases, nucleic acid sequences encoding such laccases, and vectors and host cells for expressing the laccases are described. The novel laccase enzymes may be employed in conjunction with mediators to provide an improved method for bleaching denim fabrics.

Abstract: An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a Thermotoga maritime acetyl xylan esterase gene was modified using error-prone PCR and site-directed mutagenesis to create an enzyme catalyst characterized by an increase in specific activity. The variant acetyl xylan esterase may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, and paper pulp processing applications.

Abstract: An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a Thermotoga maritima acetyl xylan esterase gene was modified using error-prone PCR and site-directed mutagenesis to create an enzyme catalyst characterized by an increase in specific activity. The variant acetyl xylan esterase may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, and paper pulp processing applications.

Abstract: An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a Thermotoga maritima acetyl xylan esterase gene was modified using error-prone PCR and site-directed mutagenesis to create an enzyme catalyst characterized by an increase in specific activity. The variant acetyl xylan esterase may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, and paper pulp processing applications.

Abstract: Bleaching method for keratin fibers, using an agent comprising a bleach activator system comprising at least one cationic acylpyridinium derivative of formula (I), and hydrogen peroxide and use of agents for bleaching keratin fibers, in particular human hair, comprising at least one cationic acylpyridinium derivative, for reinforcing the bleaching capacity with concomitant improvement in the condition of the fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a security material comprising a carrier and at least one photochromic Protein and/or a mutein of a photochromic protein. The security material is characterized in that it comprises at least one irreversible photosensitive layer on the carrier, and the at least one photochromic protein and/or mutein is contained at least in the at least one photosensitive layer and/or in an optional additional layer. The inventive security material is also characterized in that it is highly forgery-proof, the photochromic biomolecule cannot be removed therefrom in a usable form, and the photochromic biomolecule does not need to be supplied to a large group of clients.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are novel compositions for biobleaching coupled with stone washing of indigo dyed denims comprising a blend of glucose oxidase, catalases and cellulases in the ratio of 1.0:10.0:1.0 along with sugar base, peroxide source and optional adjuvants and a process for the said biobleaching coupled with stone washing wherein the process is carried out at optimized conditions of neutral pH (6.5-7.0) and a temperature of 55° C. Processing time may vary from 15 minutes to 90 minutes depending on the extent of bleach required for the fabric.

Abstract: A dye free medical towel and a method of making thereof, comprising natural, dye free, cotton absorbent cloth material, the towel having a first reduced glare characteristic and reduced linting.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel polypeptides according to caroase 01-05 or any functional equivalents of any of them, suitable for use in a method for preparing a food products having increased whiteness, the use of the enzyme to increase whiteness of at least part of a food product, a process for preparing a food product wherein the enzyme is used and the food product obtained.

Abstract: Agent for lightening keratin fibers containing in a cosmetic carrier (1) at least one cationic 2-acylpyridinium derivative of formula (I), wherein R is a C1-C6 alkyl group, a C2-C6 alkenyl group, a C2-C6 hydroxyalkyl group, a C1-C6 alkoxy C2-C6 alkyl group, a carboxy C1-C6 alkyl group, an aryl C1-C6 alkyl group, a heteroaryl C1-C6 alkyl group, a mono- or di-(C1-C6 alkyl)amino C2-C6 alkyl group, a 3-oxobutyl group, a 2-oxopropyl group, an aryl group or a heteroaryl group, R? is a C4-C4 alkyl group, a C2-C6 hydroxyalkyl group or a C1-C6 alkoxy C2-C6 alkyl group, and X? is a physiologically acceptable anion, (2) at least one alkyl ether sulfate, and (3) an oxidizing agent, especially hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair coloring and hair bleaching compositions comprising at least one oxidizing agent, a specified gel network thickener system comprising a specified tertiary system, a cationic polymer and a mica and or titanium oxide. The compositions surprisingly provide improved hair colorant and bleaching compositions which deliver lift, lightening and color, whilst minimizing damage which are easy to manufacture and which improve adhesion of the composition to the hair roots.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair colouring and hair bleaching compositions comprising at least one oxidizing agent, a specified gel network thickener system comprising a specified tertiary component system, and a polysaccharide and a polyol. The compositions surprisingly provide hair colourant and bleaching compositions which deliver lightening and colour which are easy to manufacture and improve adhesion of the composition to the hair roots.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a process for lightening keratin fibers, comprising applying to the keratin fibers: an anhydrous composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance in an amount of at least 20% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, at least one surfactant, and at least one alkaline agent chosen from organic amines, organic amine salts, and ammonium salts; and a composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent. The present disclosure also relates to a multi-compartment device comprising: a first compartment comprising the anhydrous composition (A); and a second compartment comprising the composition (B).

Abstract: Agent for bleaching keratin fibers comprising in a cosmetic carrier at least one cationic acyl pyridinium derivative of formula (I) where R is a C1-C6-alkyl group, a C2-C6-alkenyl group, a C2-C6-hydroxy alkyl group, a C1-C6-alkoxy-C2-C6-alkyl group, a carboxy-C1-C6-alkyl group, an aryl-C1-C6-alkyl group, a C1-C6-dialkylamino-C2-C6-alkyl group, a heteroaryl-C1-C6-alkyl group, a 3-oxobutyl group, a 2-oxopropyl group, an aryl group, or a heteroaryl group, R? is a C1-C4-alkyl group, a C2-C6-hydroxy alkyl group, or a C1-C6-alkoxy-C2-C6-alkyl group, X? is a physiologically compatible anion, at least one toxicologically safe co-bleaching activator and/or the physiologically compatible salt thereof, and hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a Thermotoga maritima acetyl xylan esterase gene was modified using error-prone PCR and site-directed mutagenesis to create an enzyme catalyst characterized by an increase in the ratio of peracetic acid formation to peracetic acid hydrolysis specific activities (PAAF/PAAH ratio). The variant acetyl xylan esterase may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, and paper pulp processing applications.

Abstract: Color is removed from polymeric material by a method which comprises contacting a dyed or pigmented polymer composition with a non-aqueous extraction solvent comprising a nitrogen containing organic base, an ammonium salt and an alkanol. The present method is readily applied to a process for recycling colored polyamide substrates such as dyed nylon fiber.

Abstract: This invention relates to enzymes and methods for producing the same. More specifically this invention relates to a variety of fungal enzymes. Nucleic acid molecules encoding such enzymes, compositions, recombinant and genetically modified host cells, and methods of use are described. The invention also relates to a method to convert lignocellulosic biomass to fermentable sugars with enzymes that degrade the lignocellulosic material and novel combinations of enzymes, including those that provide a synergistic release of sugars from plant biomass. The invention also relates to methods to use the novel enzymes and compositions of such enzymes in a variety of other processes, including washing of clothing, detergent processes, deinking and biobleaching of paper and pulp, and treatment of waste streams.

Abstract: Bacitracin, bacitracin derivatives and other oligopeptides, alone or in the form of oligopeptide-metal ion complexes, are shown to be useful as bleach catalysts incorporated in washing and cleaning agents for the cleaning of soiled hard surfaces and textile fabrics. These catalysts may be used in conjunction with hydrogen peroxide or any alternate bleaching agent, or used simply in the presence of atmospheric oxygen to bleach stains. New and novel oligopeptides and their metal ion complexes are disclosed herein, along with methods for the cleaning of hard surfaces and textile fabrics with washing and cleaning agents incorporating these bleach catalysts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair coloring and hair bleaching compositions comprising a source of hydrogen peroxide, alkalizer and a specified gel network thickener system. The compositions surprisingly provide improved hair colorant and bleaching compositions which deliver improved lift, lightening and color delivery whilst minimizing damage and scalp sensory irritation which are easy to manufacture and have long shelf life stability.

Abstract: Described are cotton fibres, yarns and fabrics functionalized with aminoglycoside antibiotics and a gelatin, for the production of bandaging for skin wounds and lesions which, by allowing a lengthy period of protection from infection risk, require less frequent changing than traditional bandages, and enable a better and faster healing of the wounds or lesions.

Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions for simultaneously bleaching and dyeing keratin fibers, comprising at least one direct dye chosen from anionic and nonionic dyes, with the exception of 7-(6?-methylphenylazo)-1-acetamido-3,6-disulfo-8-hydroxynaph-thalene, ortho-nitroanilines substituted meta to the amino group, quinoline and quinoline derivatives, and addition salts thereof, at least one associative polymer, at least one peroxygenated salt and at least one alkaline agent, to processes for simultaneously bleaching and dyeing keratin fibers using the compositions, and to uses of the compositions for simultaneously bleaching and dyeing keratin fibers. The compositions are suitable for dark hair. They are easy to use and can produce chromatic and fast coloration.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method for treating textiles comprising applying to the textile an enzyme having a specific activity towards the textile, under conditions such that there is substantially no mechanical agitation.

Abstract: A composition for anti-microbial effect in a water system such as a pulp and paper processing line with an aqueous slurry. The composition comprises a free chlorine-generating biocide comprising a chlorine source, urea, and an alkali in a concentration sufficient to provide a pH greater than 10, and typically at least pH 11.

Abstract: A method for scouring and bleaching cotton fabric with composite enzyme preparation in one bath is provided. The method relates to the application of composite alkaline enzyme preparation in scouring and bleaching processes of cotton fabric. The enzyme preparation for scouring and bleaching cotton fabric is compounded from cutinase, alkaline pectase, alkaline xylanase, alkaline cellulose, and carbohydrate oxidase. The method includes: scouring the cotton fabric by adding the composite enzyme preparation, glucose, oxidation bleaching stabilizer RB-3, penetrant JFC, and Triton X-100 in a treating bath at 55-70° C. and pH 8-10, and then bleaching the cotton fabric for 30 min by directly adding tetraacetyl ethylenediamine (TAED) in the scouring bath to activate hydrogen peroxide. After being treated by the method of the present invention, the cotton fabric has high impurity removal ratio, favorable wettability, and high whiteness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair coloring and hair bleaching compositions comprising a source of carbonate ions, at least one oxidizing agent and a specified polymer thickener wherein the composition is free of a source of radical scavengers. The compositions surprisingly provide improved hair colorant and bleaching compositions which deliver improved lift, lightening and color delivery whilst minimizing damage which are easy to manufacture and have long shelf life stability.

Abstract: A modified kraft pulp fiber with unique properties is provided. The modified fiber can be a modified bleached kraft fiber that is almost indistinguishable from its conventional counterpart, except that it has a low degree of polymerization (DP). Methods for making the modified fiber and products made from it are also provided. The method can be a one step acidic, iron catalyzed peroxide treatment process that can be incorporated into a single stage of a multi-stage bleaching process. The products can be chemical cellulose feedstocks, microcrystalline cellulose feedstocks, fluff pulps and products made from them.