Abstract: This invention provides a novel fungicide composition which has bicarbonate-containing inorganic salt ingredients which enhance the efficacy of a fungicide ingredient for the treatment of cultivated crops. The fungicide composition contains nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer elements, and the inorganic salt ingredients contain at least two different alkali metal or ammonium cations.

Abstract: This invention provides a co-micronized bicarbonate salt composition which is a blend of ingredients having a particle size between about 0.01-1.0 micron. The composition is produced by mill co-micronization of a crystalline bicarbonate ingredient and a crystalline inorganic compound ingredient having a Mohs hardness value between about 3-7. A co-micronized blend such as sodium bicarbonate and zinc oxide is free-flowing and essentially free of agglomerated particles.

Abstract: Novel fat-based, substantially water-free, insecticidal compositions are described which are particularly effective against insect pests such as cockroaches, ants, termites, flies, etc. The compositions may be used in various forms depending on the targeted pests. As an example, the composition in the form of a paste can be applied into cracks and crevices for control of such pests and have the advantage of superior durability and prolonged attractiveness.

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: The present invention is generally related to a product and a process to reduce the microbial contamination of processed meat and is particularly related to a product and a process to disinfect poultry carcasses using a disinfectant composition containing a fatty acid monoester, an acid or chelating agent, and a food grade surfactant. These components may be combined in either an aqueous or nonaqueous vehicle as desired. The present combination is effective against pathogenic and undesired bacteria. Advantageously, the present composition does not detrimentally alter the taste, texture, color, odor or appearance of the processed meat.

Abstract: Described is the Aedes aegyptae repelling use of aldehydes and ketones having the following structures:(i) mixture of aldehydes defined according to the structure: ##STR1## containing from 60-40 mole percent of the compound having the structure: ##STR2## and from 40-60 mole percent of the compound having the structure: ##STR3## (ii) ketone having the structure: ##STR4##

Abstract: Described is an insect repellent candle containing a candle base and intimately admixed therewith an insect repelling quantity of at least one composition selected from the group consisting of:(i) mixture of aldehydes defined according to the structure: ##STR1## containing from 60-40 mole percent of the compound having the structure: ##STR2## and from 40-60 mole percent of the compound having the structure: ##STR3## and (ii) ketone having the structure: ##STR4##

Abstract: An angiographic adjuvant comprising a fat emulsion containing a compound having prostaglandin E1 activities, and an angiographic method using the adjuvant.

Abstract: Precipitate-free aqueous compositions, well adapted as agricultural chemicals, e.g., crop protectants, are comprised of at least one water soluble cationic organic compound, e.g., a pesticidally active quaternary ammonium compound, and a thickening amount of a xanthan gum having an intrinsic viscosity of less than 3,500 cm.sup.3 /g.

Abstract: Microemulsions of water-insoluble active ingredients, employing a special surfactant system and solvent system. These microemulsions remain thermodynamically stable over a wide range of water dilutions.

Abstract: Wood preservatives contain a copper salt, a polyamine and a fatty amine and are used for preserving wood from fungi and termites.

Abstract: Described is a method of repelling insects by utilizing as active insect repellent ingredient 2,4-dimethyl-4-phenyl-1-butanol or .alpha.-terpinyl methyl ether (ORANGE FLOWER ETHER).

Abstract: Described is an insect repelling detergent tablet consisting of(A) a polymeric core containing a microporous polymer containing in the interstices thereof an effective insect repelling amount of a composition of matter selected from the group consisting of (i) a mixture of an alkylcyclopentanone-derivative and cycloalkanol-derivatives, and (ii) a mixture of penyl alkanol-derivative and cycloalkanol-derivatives, and(B) a detergent composition coated on the polymeric core.

Abstract: A hazard-free method for controlling insects using a non-toxic composition that kills by dehydration. The invention includes a process for making the composition in the form of crystalline particles which penetrate directly through the exoskeleton of an insect. In operation, the particles work themselves between the insect's protective body plates and then pierce the exoskeleton. Once inside, the particles absorb up to four times their weight of the vital body fluids of the insect. The penetration of the body plates and exoskeleton and/or dehydration ultimately results in death of the insect.

Abstract: N-lower alkyl neoalkanamides of 1 to 2 carbon atoms in the lower alkyl thereof, and of 12 to 14 carbon atoms in the noalkanoyl group, e.g., N-methyl- and N-ethyl neotridecanamides, are new compounds which have insect repellent properties, being especially effective against cockroaches, e.g., the German and American cockroaches. However, they are also useful as repellents for other insects, including mosquitoes, moths, flies, fleas, ants, and lice. Additionally, they may repel arachnids, such as spiders, ticks and mites. The new neoalkanamides may be synthesized easily, as by reacting a primary lower alkyl amine with a neoalkanoyl halide, e.g., by reacting methyl amine or ethyl amine with neotridecanoyl chloride.

Abstract: N-monosubstituted neoalkanamides of 11 to 14 carbon atoms wherein the substituent on the amide nitrogen is cyclic (aromatic or cycloaliphatic, such as aryl or cycloalkyl) and of at least five carbon atoms, have been discovered to be insect repellent, providing that any aromatic substituent is unsubstituted at the ortho position and that when the neoalkanoyl moiety is pivaloyl the total number of carbon atoms in the N-cyclic neoalkanamide is at least 12. Such neoalkanamides are useful as repellents against cockroaches, including American, German and Oriental cockroaches, and are also effective against mosquitoes (both Anopheles and Aedes), black flies and carpenter ants, and to some extent against deer ticks. They may be applied to areas, locations and items which are desirably to be kept free of such insects, with applications being direct or of solutions or emulsions thereof, preferably by spraying, or in detergent compositions or other products to be applied to such areas, etc.

Abstract: An herbal treatment for plant growth comprising a water solution of extracts of the type withdrawn at elevated temperature from Artemesia plants and the like, applicable to the root structure of plants and as an external spray.

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: 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.