Abstract: A solid, essentially anhydrous peroxygen bleaching and sanitizing composition which includes a peroxygen bleaching agent, an activator capable of forming a per-acid in the presence of oxygen, and an essentially anhydrous, non-reactive binding agent. The composition of this invention is stable in high humidity and cleans and sanitizes effectively in warm water as well as in hot water. The binding agent utilized in this invention is essentially anhydrous and non-reactive with oxygen. The melting point of the binding agent is preferably from about 35-85.degree. C., more preferably from about 45-70.degree. C., and most preferably from about 50-60.degree. C. The binding agent is present in the composition at a level of from about 25-65%, preferably from about 30-55%, and more preferably from about 35-45% by weight. In addition to these ingredients, optional functional ingredients can be utilized as necessary for specific cleaning purposes.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions effective for the cleansing of mammalian bones and particularly the removal of bone marrow and like blood deposits therefrom. The compositions are composed of an aqueous solution containing as its essential ingredients a detergent having a functionality of the nature of a polyoxyethylene-23-lauryl ether, a detergent having a functionality of the nature of oxyethylated alkylphenol, and water, where the compositions are free from any membrane stabilizers. The detergent having a functionality of the nature of a lauryl ether and the detergent having a functionality of the nature of oxyethylated alkylphenol are present in a weight percent ratio of about 1.65:1.

Abstract: A cleaning compound formed of a mixture of hydrated sodium borate and sodium chloride. If desired, an aroma such as lemon may be added to provide a pleasant scent during the use of the product. The cleaning compound is sprinkled over moist or damp residual food material in a pot or on another surface to be cleaned. The user rubs the cleaning compound around the pot forming small balls. The small balls are a combination of the residual food material and the cleaning compound, which is then disposed of by garbage disposal, ordinary drain, trash can, etc.

Abstract: An aqueous conditioning shampoo composition comprising, in addition to water:i) at least one surfactant chosen from anionic, nonionic, zwitterionic or amphoteric surfactants or mixtures thereof:ii) emulsified particles of an insoluble, nonvolatile silicone;iii) a soluble cationic hair conditioning polymer having a cationic charge density of about +3.0 meq/gram or less,in which the emulsified particles of insoluble, nonvolatile silicone are incorporated into the shampoo composition as a preformed aqueous emulsion having an average silicone particle size in the emulsion and in the shampoo composition of from 2 to 30 microns.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for cleaning food preparation surfaces are disclosed. The method includes applying a thickened, noncorrosive composition to the surface. The composition is formulated from a hypochlorite bleach used to reduce staining on the surface, an alkalinity source to provide a pH of from about 10 to 14, a thickening agent used to promote adhesion of the composition to the surface upon application, and a balance of water. Optionally, the composition may also contain a surfactant and a builder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cobalt(II) oxide containing metallic cobalt, to a process for producing it and to its use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to liquid compositions comprising a peroxygen bleach, a liquid hydrophobic bleach activator and a polyhydroxy fatty acid amide surfactant according to the formula R.sup.2 --C(O)--N(R.sup.1)-Z, wherein R.sup.1 is H, or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 hydrocarbyl, 2-hydroxy ethyl, 2-hydroxy propyl or a mixture thereof, R.sup.2 is C.sub.5 -C.sub.31 hydrocarbyl, and Z is a polyhydroxycarbyl having a linear hydrocarbyl chain with at least 3 hydroxyls directly connected to the chain, or an alkoxylated derivative thereof, said compositions being formulated either as an emulsion or a microemulsion. The present invention further encompasses a process for pretreating soiled fabrics with a liquid composition comprising such a polyhydroxy fatty acid amide surfactant, whereby improved stain removal performance is delivered.

Abstract: The present invention provides high foaming aqueous liquid compositions with levels of oil/emollient equal to or in excess of level of surfactant. It is surprising that good levels of foam can be maintained at such high levels of emollient. In addition to surfactant and emollient, compositions also preferably comprise C.sub.12 -C.sub.24 fatty acid and/or cationic polymer.

Abstract: A method is provided for treating a plurality of semiconductor substrates using the same aqueous SC-1 solution which solution removes and/or inhibits contamination of the semiconductor surfaces by metallic ions present in the solution or on the substrate surface comprising a basic solution containing hydrogen peroxide and an oxidation-resistant chelating additive such as CDTA in an amount effective to provide the desired treatment results. The SC-1 solution may be the conventional 5:1:1 (water:NH.sub.4 OH:H.sub.2 O.sub.2) solution or a dilute solution such as a 5:x:1 to 200:x:1 solution wherein x is 0.025 to 2.

Abstract: Quaternary ammonium compounds, their preparation and use Compounds of the formula I ##STR1## are claimed, as are their preparation and use, in which the radicals R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are organic substituents, L is either a lactam or a cyclic amidine and X is an appropriate anion. The novel compounds are employed as bleach activators in cleaners and detergents which have a bleaching action.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a new, improved class of anionic gemini surfactants consisting of two hydrophilic groups and two hydrophobic moieties joined by a bridge that possess improved surfactant functionalities yet may be characterized as mild for use in personal care products and environmentally benign. These compounds may be represented by the general structural formula as follows: ##STR1## wherein R, R.sub.1, R.sub.2, and R.sub.3 are selected from the group consisting of straight or branched chain C.sub.1 to C.sub.22 alkyl, aryl or hydrogen, and each R moiety can be the same or different; R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are selected from the group comprising a straight or branched chain C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl with the further proviso that when either is a C.sub.6 it may exist as a cyclohexyl ring; R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are selected from the group consisting of straight or branched chain C.sub.2 to C.sub.6 alkyl or aryl with the further proviso that R.sub.6 and R.sub.

Abstract: Nonaqueous detergent compositions which are in the form of a liquid, paste or gel, wherein the compositions comprise a divalent and/or trivalent metal salt bleach activator are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a synergistic cleaning and disinfecting composition for use in decontaminating biofilm-coated surfaces like fresh water lines providing water supply to dental instruments, these lines being susceptible to contamination by microorganisms and being susceptible to the formation of biofilm coatings on their inner walls, the composition comprising an effective amount of a detergent, an effective amount of a denaturing agent attacking the extracellular matrix formed between microorganisms and between microorganisms and the inner walls of these water lines and an effective amount of a bactericide for destroying the microorganisms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new compounds which are useful as ultraviolet absorbing agents (UVAs) and as fluorescent whitening agents (FWAs), and to a method of improving the sun protection factor (SPF) of textile fibre material, especially cotton, polyamide and wool, treated with the new compounds.

Abstract: Improved liquid automatic dishwashing detergent compositions comprising phosphate builder, a bleach, and a silicate which provides a high pH, namely about 11.5 or greater, wash solution and has a reserve alkalinity of about 6.2 or greater. The compositions of this invention are substantially free of carbonate salts.

Abstract: A cleansing and conditioning shampoo composition is described that contains an extract of shampoo ginger or awapuhi, Zingiber zerumbet. Other ingredients include water, surfactants, conditioning agents, thickening agents, stabilizers, preservatives, pH adjusting agents, fragrance, and color. Methods of use and methods of making the shampoo composition are also described. A hair conditioner composition and methods of making and using thereof are also described. The hair conditioner composition contains awapuhi extract, a conditioning agent, an emulsion stabilizer, an anti-static agent, a preservative, and water.

Abstract: Liquid bleaching agent suspension comprising essentiallya) a mixture of a C.sub.8 -C.sub.18 -fatty alcohol, oxyethylated with 1 to 5 units of ethylene oxide, and a C.sub.8 -C.sub.18 -fatty alcohol, oxyethylated with 6 to 25 units of ethylene oxide,b) a cyclic anhydride,c) an aqueous solution of hydrogen peroxide andd) water.

Abstract: Bleaching compositions and a method are reported using peroxynitrite for bleaching as an active substance. Stains and soil can be removed from fabrics, household hard surfaces, dentures and other substrates.

Abstract: Concentrate liquid peroxide compositions, especially bleaching and washing compositions of improved stability are produced in a process in which components incorporated into the liquid composition after blending of peroxide with components including a sequestering agent, are subjected to a presequestration stage. In the presequestration stage the further component is contacted with one or more sequestering agents, especially sequestrants which are capable of sequestering transition metal ions, especially a mixture in which one component is capable of sequestering cobalt and other components are not effective in sequestering cobalt. The invention is of particular value where the further component is a pH modifying solution, especially an alkali.

Abstract: Electron emission materials consisting of carbides, borides, and oxides, and related mixtures and compounds, of Group IVB metals Hf, Zr, and Ti, Group IIA metals Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, and Ba, and Group IIIB metals Sc, Y and lanthanides La through Lu are used in electrodes. These electron emission materials are typically contained in a refractory metal matrix formed of tungsten, tantalum, rhenium, and their alloys, but may also be used by themselves. These materials and electrodes have high melting points, low vapor pressures, low work functions, high electrical and thermal conductivity, and high thermionic electron emission and field emission properties.