Abstract: The present invention provides a method for controlling mildew in cultivated crops. The aqueous fungicide formulation which is applied to pre-harvest and post-harvest crops contains ingredients which are biocompatible for purposes of agricultural and horticultural applications. Illustrative of a formulation which is harmless to animals and humans is an aqueous solution having a content of potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium oleate and xanthan gum. The combination of potassium oleate and xanthan gum functions as an effective spreader-sticker medium for forming a solid coating on plant surfaces. The solid coating exhibits both immediate and long duration fungicidal activities.

Abstract: A process for preparing a fatty acid calcium salt ruminant feed supplement product which contains an incorporated methionine hydroxy analog calcium salt additive. The dietary product can function as a rumen bypass feed supplement, and permit a beneficial increase in the nutrient fat content of the feed.

Abstract: This invention provides a mouthwash composition which is in the form of a concentrated aqueous ethanolic formulation of ingredients. An essential aspect of an invention mouthwash is an alkali metal bicarbonate ingredient which is present as a suspension phase of ultrafine particles. The suspension phase also can have a content of colloidal zinc oxide. Oral hygiene is practiced by diluting an invention mouthwash concentrate with water, and rinsing the oral cavity with the diluted liquid medium.

Abstract: Zinc oxide particles, preferably agglomerated, are added to dentifrices such as toothpastes, tooth gels, or tooth powders to inhibit the formation of plaque. The dentifrices contain sodium bicarbonate and other conventional ingredients such as thickeners, anti-calculus agents such as a pyrophosphate salts, anti-caries agents such as sodium fluoride, flavorings, sweetening agents, and/or secondary abrasives.

Abstract: This invention provides an improved antiperspirant-deodorant cosmetic stick product. An essential aspect of the cosmetic stick product is a content of particulate antiperspirant and alkali metal bicarbonate ingredients, at least one of which has ingredient particle surfaces coated with a hydrophilic organic polymer.

Abstract: This invention provides a sodium carbonate-based laundry detergent powder which can be utilized in cold water fabric laundering with a minimized remainder of undissolved detergent residue in the wash water. A water-soluble fatty acid salt such as sodium stearate is incorporated as an adherent coating on the detergent granules, in a quantity which is effective for reducing the residue of undissolved sodium carbonate under cold water laundering conditions.

Abstract: This invention provides a dry blend pesticide composition which contains a fungicidal bicarbonate salt ingredient, and a spreader-sticker ingredient which is a crystalline clathrate complex of a urea constituent and a normally liquid spreader sticker constituent such as a nonionic surfactant. In a preferred embodiment all of the composition ingredients are water-soluble, and the composition is readily dispersible in an aqueous medium to form a sprayable pesticide solution.

Abstract: A blast media for removing coatings from steel comprises a major amount of a granular relatively soft abrasive such as trona, i.e., natural sodium sesquicarbonate, and a minor portion of a granular hard abrasive such as aluminum oxide.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to aqueous cleaning compositions such as for household use or for cleaning electronic circuit assemblies comprising alkaline salt, an alkali metal silicate to boost detersive action or to provide corrosion protection to the substrates which are cleaned and an anionic polymer comprising a high molecular weight polyacrylic acid which stabilizes the alkali metal silicate to prevent precipitation of the silicate from solution.

Abstract: A laundry detergent composition, wherein the solids content comprises an active surfactant, at least about 70 wt. % of a water soluble alkaline carbonate, e.g., sodium carbonate, up to about 12 wt. % of elemental magnesium in the form of a water soluble salt, e.g., magnesium sulfate or magnesium chloride, and about 0.05 to 5 wt. % of a polymeric polycarboxylate, e.g., an acrylic acid polymer, based on the total weight of solids in the composition. Incorporation of magnesium ions in the foregoing laundry detergent composition containing carbonate ions is intended to minimize negative interactions that will occur between the precipitation of calcium carbonate and the surfaces of the fabric being cleaned, e.g., fabric encrustation, with an enhancement of this effect due to the presence of the polymeric polycarboxylate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for controlling fungal disease in cultivated crops. The aqueous fungicide formulation which is applied to pre-harvest and post-harvest crops contains ingredients which are biocompatible for purposes of agricultural and horticultural applications. Illustrative of a formulation which is harmless to animals and humans is an aqueous solution having a content of potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, nonionic surfactant and xanthan gum. The combination of nonionic surfactant and xanthan gum functions as an effective spreader-sticker medium for forming a film-like coating on plant surfaces. The adherent coating exhibits both immediate and long duration fungicidal activities.

Abstract: This invention provides a fungicide composition which is capable of in situ generation of ammonium bicarbonate when applied to plant foliage in the form of an aqueous dispersion. The constituents include (1) an ingredient such as urea which slow-releases ammonia under aqueous alkaline pH conditions; and (2) an alkali metal bicarbonate ingredient which imparts alkalinity to the aqueous dispersion, and provides bicarbonate ions for combination with the released ammonium ions. A spreader-sticker ingredient is included to maintain the ingredients in contact with plant foliage over an extended period after application.

Abstract: A laundry detergent composition, wherein the solids content comprises an active surfactant, at least about 70 wt. % of a water soluble alkaline carbonate, e.g., sodium carbonate, a minor amount of elemental strontium in the form of a water soluble salt, e.g., strontium chloride, and, optionally, a minor amount of a polymer polycarboxylate, e.g., an acrylic acid polymer, based on the total weight of solids in the composition. Incorporation of strontium ions in the foregoing laundry detergent composition containing carbonate ions is intended to minimize negative interactions that will occur between the precipitation of calcium carbonate and the surfaces of the fabric being cleaned, e.g., fabric encrustation, with an enhancement of this effect when polymeric polycarboxylate is present.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to aqueous cleaning concentrates such as for cleaning electronic circuit assemblies comprising 15-30 wt. % of a composition containing alkaline salt, an alkali metal silicate to boost detersive action or to provide corrosion protection to the substrates which are cleaned, an anionic polymer comprising a high molecular weight polyacrylic acid which stabilizes the alkali metal silicate to prevent precipitation of the silicate from solution, surfactants, and a hydrotrope to maintain the surfactants in solution and the balance water.

Abstract: A media supply pot for holding an amount of a particulate abrasive includes a vertically disposed valve tube communicating with a source of compressed air and a slidable pop-up valve therein which seals off the media inlet of the supply pot when compressed air is passed through the valve tube. To prevent moisture from entering the supply pot, the valve tube includes an insert in the form of a downwardly sloping cone, the base of which contacts the sidewalls of the valve tube to prevent moisture from passing upwardly along the sidewall of the valve tube and into the supply pot, the insert including a centrally disposed narrow passage which allows the compressed air to flow through the valve tube and out into the supply pot. The narrow passage slows down the supply of compressed air to the pot, and prevents the rapid cooling of the expanding gas and consequent precipitation of entrapped moisture onto the media.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fungicidal fertilizer composition which contains ingredients which are biocompatible for purposes of agricultural applications, and which are harmless to animals and humans. An invention fungicide composition in the form of a dry blend formulation remains non-caking and free-flowing under storage conditions. Illustrative of an invention fungicide composition is a formulation which has a content of sodium bicarbonate, potassium bicarbonate, potassium oleate, xanthan gum and a fertilizer-effective content of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium elements. The combination of potassium oleate and xanthan gum functions as an effective spreader-sticker and film-forming medium when the composition is diluted with water for agricultural applications. When the aqueous medium is hard water, calcium oleate is formed which enhances the sticker properties of the aqueous fungicide composition in agricultural applications.

Abstract: This invention provides a fungicide composition which is capable of in situ generation of ammonium bicarbonate when applied to plant foliage in the form of an aqueous dispersion. The constituents include (1) an ingredient such as urea which slow-releases ammonia under aqueous alkaline pH conditions; and (2) an alkali metal bicarbonate ingredient which imparts alkalinity to the aqueous dispersion, and provides bicarbonate ions for combination with the released ammonium ions. A spreader-sticker ingredient is included to maintain the ingredients in contact with plant foliage over an extended period after application.

Abstract: This invention provides a high purity particulate fatty acid salt product, which is a calcium salt derivative of a fatty acid mixture such as those obtained from vegetable oil and animal tallow sources.In a preferred embodiment, the invention fatty acid calcium salt product is substantially free of glyceride ingredient and odorant impurities, and optionally contains a flavor and aroma enhancing additive.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to aqueous cleaning compositions such as for household use or for cleaning electronic circuit assemblies comprising alkaline salt, an alkali metal silicate to boost detersive action or to provide corrosion protection to the substrates which are cleaned and an anionic polymer which stabilizes the alkali metal silicate to prevent precipitation of the silicate from solution.

Abstract: The present invention relates to environmentally safe aqueous cleaning compositions for cleaning electronic circuit assemblies, such as printed circuit or printed wiring boards, during their fabrication. Alkali metal carbonate and bicarbonate salts are utilized with an alkali metal silicate to achieve a variety of objectives, among which are the removal of solder flux, oils, waxes, and greasy substances, adhesives and other residues as well as provide anti-corrosion protection and metal brightening.