Patents Assigned to Cognis IP Management GmbH
  • Process For Producing Microcapsules
    Publication number: 20130095158
    Abstract: The application describes a process for producing microcapsules which contain a shell made of polyurea and which surround in their interior a water-insoluble oil, where the shell is obtained by the reaction of two structurally different diisocyanates in emulsion form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2011
    Publication date: April 18, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Wolfgang Denuell, Jutta Hotz
  • Isosorbide glyceryl ether derivatives and their use in household applications
    Patent number: 8420588
    Abstract: Disclosed are isosorbide glyceryl ether derivatives according to the following general formula (I), wherein R or R? represent a hydrogen atom, or an alkyl or an acyl group with 6 to 22 C-atoms, and n and m represent independent from each other zero, or a number from 1 to 4, and the use thereof in cleansers or detergents or personal care applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Catherine Breffa, Wolfgang Poly, Ansgar Behler, Thorsten Löhl
  • Method for producing sterol formulations
    Patent number: 8414945
    Abstract: The invention relates to a wet grinding method for producing sterol formulations having good wettability. According to said method, a) an additive selected from the group consisting of proteins, proteinaceous adjuvants, carbohydrates, cellulose derivatives, sugar alcohols, fruit concentrates and vegetable concentrates is dissolved or dispersed in water or in an aqueous suspension medium, b) sterol and/or stanol particles having a median particle size of at least 1 mm are added to this solution/dispersion, c) the dispersion thus obtained is homogenized and size-reduced in a mill that works according to the rotor/stator principle, and d) is then optionally dried, with the proviso that the sterol and/or stanol particles are present in the final formulation with a particle size distribution of D90% of not more than 50 ?m.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Peter Horlacher, Dieter Hietsch, Jorg Schwarzer, Bernd Jenzer
  • Efficient astaxanthin production strains derived from
    Patent number: 8404468
    Abstract: The present invention pertains to a method for the efficient production of carotenoids. In particular, the present invention is directed to a method for producing carotenoid and carotenoid-containing cells, especially astaxanthin and astaxanthin-containing cells, by generating mutant microorganisms belonging to the photoautotrophic algae of the Class Chlorophyceae and culturing same. The present invention further relates to methods of generating microorganisms producing high yields of carotenoids, in particular astaxanthin, products containing said microorganisms or said carotenoids, and the use of said carotenoids produced by the microorganisms according to the present invention and deposited mutant strains generated from said microorganisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Martin Lucia, Irina Obraztsova, Baldomero F. Cordero, Angeles M. Vargas, Albrecht Weiss, Bernhard Gutsche, Wilhelm Johannisbauer, Herminia Rodriguez
  • Oligopeptides and cosmetic compositions containing the oligopeptides
    Patent number: 8399415
    Abstract: Oligopeptides according to formula (I) and/or (II), R1-Tyr-Pro-Trp-Phe-NH2 (I, SEQ ID NO:1); R1-Tyr-Pro-PhePhe-NH2 (II, SEQ ID NO:2), wherein R1 is linked to the NH2-group of the amino-terminal part of Tyr and is selected from the group consisting of —H; a linear saturated or unsaturated or branched saturated or unsaturated acyl group having 1 to 24 carbon atoms, which may be functionalized by a —OH, —SH, —COOH or —CONH+ group; a sterol or a sphingolipid group which is linked to the amino terminal part of Tyr via a bifunctional linker are disclosed. Cosmetic compositions containing the oligopeptides are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Véronique Gillon, Philippe Moussou, Jean-Luc Contet-Audonneau, Olga Freis
  • Water-dispersable sterol containing dispersions
    Patent number: 8399042
    Abstract: The invention relates to aqueous dispersions containing (a) 5 to 50% by weight of sterols and/or stanols; and (b) 0.5 to 20% by weight of citric acid esters of mono- and/or diglycerides, based on the total weight of the dispersion, wherein the citric acid esters of mono- and/or diglycerides are partially neutralised; and to a process for the production of an aqueous sterol/stanol-containing dispersion, which process comprises (a) dissolving citric acid esters of mono- and/or diglycerides that are partly neutralised, in water; (b) dispersing sterols and/or stanols in the emulsifier solution to form a pre-dispersion; and (c) grinding the pre-dispersion in a ball-mill until the dispersion has a particle mass diameter, d90, of less than 5 ?m. Optionally, this dispersion is spray-dried.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Rainer Eskuchen, Jörg Schwarzer, Peter Horlacher, Jürgen Gierke, Robert Salacz
  • Composite Material
    Publication number: 20130062552
    Abstract: The invention relates to composite materials, containing (i) a nanoporous polymer foam, which can be obtained by reacting one or more epoxy resins with one or more amphiphilic epoxy resin hardeners in water in a phase inversion polymerization process, and (ii) one or more inorganic fillers and/or inorganic fibers, with the stipulation that hollow glass balls are excluded as fillers. Said composite materials are suitable as heat-insulating materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2011
    Publication date: March 14, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Paul Birnbrich, Hans-Josef Thomas, Dagmar Stahlhut-Behn
  • Biocide Compositions Comprising Isoamyl Lactate
    Publication number: 20130065763
    Abstract: Suggested are biocide compositions, comprising (a) Isoamyl lactate; (b) Biocides and optionally (c) Oil components or co-solvents and/or (d) Emulsifiers. The compositions show high solubility for biocides and improved emulsification properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2011
    Publication date: March 14, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Stéphanie Merlet, Stefan Busch, Jürgen Röder, Oliver Meinert
  • Acid Mist Mitigation Agents for Electrolyte Solutions
    Publication number: 20130056357
    Abstract: Sulfonate-, sulfate-, or carboxylate-capped, alkoxylated anti-misting agents having the structure: R((AO)nX)m((AO)nH)p, and methods of suppressing mist from electrolyte solutions by adding a mist-suppressing amount of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of compounds of the Formulas R((AO)nX)m((AO)nH)p and R3N+(CH3)2R4, and mixtures thereof, to electrolyte solutions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventor: Cognis IP Management GmbH
  • Biocide compositions (I)
    Patent number: 8389579
    Abstract: Suggested are biocide compositions, comprising (a) at least one dialkylamide based on a hydroxycarboxylic acid, and (b) at least one biocide. The compositions exhibit an improved stability even if stored at temperatures between 5° and 40° C. over a longer period.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Joaquin Bigorra Llosas, Javier Raya, Bernd Fabry, Ranier Höfer, Benoit Abribat
  • Isosorbide monoesters and their use in household applications
    Patent number: 8389465
    Abstract: Isosorbide monoesters according to the general formula (I) wherein R? or R? represent a hydrogen atom, or an group CO—R??, with the proviso that one group R? or R? is a hydrogen atom, and R?? represents linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl- or alkenyl groups with 6 to 22 C-atoms are useful compounds in the preparation of all kind of detergents, in particular dish washing detergents or of cosmetic preparations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Catherine Breffa, Burkhard Beckedahl, Markus Dierker, Ansgar Behler, Teresa Alexandre, Thorsten Löhl, Claus Nieendick, Sabine Both, Manfred Weuthen
  • Biocide Compositions Comprising Alkoxylated Oligoglycerol Esters
    Publication number: 20130053349
    Abstract: Suggested are biocide compositions, comprising (a) Alkoxylated oligoglycerol esters; (b) Biocides and optionally (c) Oil components or co-solvents and/or (d) Emulsifiers. The compositions show excellent adjuvant properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2011
    Publication date: February 28, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Hans-Georg Mainx, Sandra Mack, Ingo Fleute-Schlachter
  • Biocide Compositions (I)
    Publication number: 20130053451
    Abstract: Suggested are biocide compositions, comprising (a) at least one dialkylamide based on a hydroxycarboxylic acid, and (b) at least one biocide. The compositions exhibit an improved stability even if stored at temperatures between 5° and 40° C. over a longer period.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2012
    Publication date: February 28, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventor: Cognis IP Management GmbH
  • Branched Hydroxyalkyl Polyoxylene Glycol Ethers
    Publication number: 20130040874
    Abstract: Certain branched hydroxyalkyl polyoxylene glycol ethers exhibit excellent characteristics as defoamers or foam-suppressing additives or as foam regulators for aqueous media that contain foaming agents, even at temperatures of 25° C. and below. Therefore, said branched hydroxyalkyl polyoxylene glycol ethers can be used in detergents and cleaning agents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2011
    Publication date: February 14, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Hans-Christian Raths, Sabine Both, Frederic Bauer, Manfred Weuthen
  • Process For Preparing (Meth)Acrylic Esters Of Polyols
    Publication number: 20130035504
    Abstract: Provided are processes for the production of (meth)acrylic esters of polyols, in which for 80 mol % or more of the esters, all of the OH groups of the polyols are esterified. Certain processes relate to reaction of polyols with acrylic acid and/or methacrylic acid in the presence of acidic esterification catalysts and in the presence of polymerization inhibitors, operating with reaction mixtures which are liquid at reaction temperature and are free from nonreacting solvents and/or azeotropic entrainers, the resultant water of condensation being stripped from the gas phase of the reaction space, and the (meth)acrylic acid is metered in three or more portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2012
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Juergen Baro, Jean-Marc Ballin
  • LUBRICANT COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED OXIDATION STABILITY AND SERVICE LIFE
    Publication number: 20130035268
    Abstract: Provided are lubricants containing a synthetic ester, one or more additional base stocks and an additive package along with methods of making and using the same. Lubricant compositions comprise a synthetic ester that is a reaction product of at least one hindered organic polyol with one or more carboxylic acid where at least some (20%) up to 100% of the acids are branched. The lubricant compositions can provide improved oxidation stability and extended service life, as compared to a lubricant whose ester component is the reaction product of one or more hindered organic polyols and one or more carboxylic acids that are all linear, in applications that involve exposure to air, moisture, and/or high temperatures. These lubricant compositions are suited to a variety of lubricant applications, including, but not limited to air compressors, gear boxes, bearing sets, hydraulic systems, and chain drives.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2011
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventor: Eugene R. Zehler
  • Method For Maintaining The Ratio Of The Oxime To Equilibrium Modifier Concentration In Solvent Extraction Circuits
    Publication number: 20130020536
    Abstract: Provided are methods for maintaining the ratio of the oxime to equilibrium modifier concentration in solvent extraction circuits, said solvents essentially consisting of at least one ketoxime and/or aldoxime; at least one equilibrium modifier; and at least one diluent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2012
    Publication date: January 24, 2013
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Michael Virnig, Jack Bender, Nathan C. Emmerich
  • Process for obtaining lutein from algae
    Patent number: 8357510
    Abstract: A process of obtaining lutein in a high yield from green algae is described. Lutein and lutein-enriched products obtained by the process, which are suitable for use as dietary supplements and/or food additives, or cosmetic or pharmaceutical raw materials, are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Albrecht Weiss, Wilhelm Johannisbauer, Bernhard Gutsche, Baldomero F. Cordero, Lucia Martin, Herminia Rodriguez, M. Angeles Vargas, Irina Obraztsova
  • Dispersions comprising acylglutamates
    Patent number: 8357381
    Abstract: The invention relates to dispersions comprising water, lipophilic phase and emulsifier, characterized in that the emulsifier is preferably present in an amount of less than or equal to about 3% by weight based on the total weight of the dispersion, and in that the emulsifier comprises at least one acylglutamate. Preferred dispersions of the invention are suitable for cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical preparations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Rainer Eskuchen, Caroline Goget, Rolf Kawa
  • Cleaning composition comprising graft copolymers
    Patent number: 8354368
    Abstract: Disclosed is the use of water-soluble graft copolymers prepared by free-radically initiated graft polymerization of 40 to 90% by weight of component (A), selected from the group consisting of monosaccharides, oligosaccharides, polysaccharides and derivatives thereof, with 5 to 40% by weight of monomers (B), selected from the group consisting of ethylenically unsaturated C3-C10 monocarboxylic acids or the alkali or ammonium salts thereof, and 10 to 50% by weight of monomers (C), selected from the group consisting of ethylenically unsaturated N-containing monomers and/or ethylenically unsaturated monomers containing sulfo-groups, in cleaning compositions which, as well as the graft polymer, comprise at least one surfactant component, for hydrophilization and/or improvement of shine retention of hard surfaces which have been brought into contact with these cleaning compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Assignee: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Christoph Schunicht, Thomas Albers, Ute Lemke, Michael Langen, Rainer Eskuchen