Abstract: Detergent compositions effective for controlling hard water scale accumulation are disclosed. Detergent compositions employing phosphinosuccinic acid and mono-, bis- and oligomeric phosphinosuccinic acid (PSO) derivatives with alkali metal carbonate and/or alkali metal hydroxide to reduce hard water scale accumulation on treated surfaces at alkaline conditions between about pH of 9 and 12.5. Methods employing the detergent compositions and preventing hard water scale accumulation are also provided.

Abstract: A single dose pack and methods for producing and using the same are provided. In one embodiment, a multi-chamber single dose pack includes a container composed of a water-soluble film. Further, the container includes two or more separate chambers. The multi-chamber single dose pack further includes a buffering agent encapsulated within at least a first chamber of the two or more separate chambers and a wash composition encapsulated within at least a second chamber of the two or more separate chambers. The wash composition includes a detergent surfactant, water present in an amount of up to about 80 weight percent, based on the total weight of the wash composition, a water activity-reducing salt, carbohydrate, or non-aqueous solvent, and an organic or inorganic acid-based preservative. The wash composition has a water activity of about 0.1 to about 0.9. Further, the wash composition has a pH of about 3.5 to about 5.5.

Abstract: A laundry stain and soil pretreatment sheet including a water soluble or water dispersible carrier layer, preferably polyvinyl alcohol, a removable separator layer, and a layer of cleaning agent composition therebetween. The separator layer is removed, the composition layer is adhered to a stain on clothing, and the clothing is laundered. The carrier layer dissolves or disperses during the laundering. The separator layer can be water soluble or water dispersible. Depressions can be provided in the carrier layer to hold the layer of cleaning agent composition. Without the separator layer, a sheet of the carrier layer can be folded over to hold the cleaning agent composition.

Abstract: A free standing film is provided including: a partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl acetate; a poly(ethylene oxide); a polyalkylene glycol; a plasticizer; optionally, a poly(isobutylene-co-maleic anhydride) copolymer; and optionally an additive. Unit dose packages including the free standing film are also provided.

Abstract: A releasable encapsulation composition is described. The composition comprises a plurality of capsules, each capsule comprising an amphiphilic material encapsulating a substance, such as an active ingredient. The substance is releasable from encapsulation by a change in the amphiphilic material triggered by a change in the environment around the capsule.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions of benefit agent containing delivery particles and slurries comprising benefit agent containing delivery particles, compositions comprising the particles, and processes for making and using the aforementioned particles and compositions. Such slurries and benefit agent containing delivery particles are stable and when employed in compositions, for example, cleaning or fabric care compositions, the particles in such slurries increase the efficiency of benefit agent delivery, thereby allowing reduced amounts of benefit agents to be employed. In addition to allowing the amount of benefit agent to be reduced, such particles allow a broad range of benefit agents to be employed. The compositions can comprise particles, cakes, powders, particulates, aggregates, aggregate clusters and slurries comprising the benefit agent containing delivery particles.

Abstract: A combined unit (2) for containing detergent or other chemical compounds, mainly for washing or dishwashing machines, the combined unit comprises at least one pocket (4) configured to contain at least one compound intended for at least one phase of a washing program. The combined unit comprises two sides, an inlet side (6) and an outlet side (8), and the sides of the unit (2) are intended for inlet and outlet liquid, respectively, into and out from the combined unit. The inlet side and said outlet side are constituted by liquid permeable filter members. In one embodiment the inlet side filter member is denser than the outlet side filter member, and that the inlet side filter member is capable of filtering out micro fibres in the inlet liquid. Also provided is a machine adapted to use the combined unit.

Abstract: A water-soluble unit dose article comprising a first water-soluble film and a second water-soluble film sealed together along a seal area, and optionally comprising a composition contained within the unit dose article, wherein the first water-soluble film and the second water-soluble film are chemically different to one another.

Abstract: Films including an aversive UV-protective agent, e.g., a quinoliziumolate, exhibiting improved thermostable UV protection and an acceptable bittering value at the same time which further minimizes processing complexity. Unit dose articles that include such films. Related processes.

Abstract: Solid detergent compositions for dishwashing or warewashing compositions and applications of use are disclosed. In particular, solid caustic-based compositions that do not require a traditional dispenser for controlled rate of release over multiple cycles are disclosed. Compositions, methods of employ and cleaning using the same are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a water-soluble package comprising a water-soluble substrate and a powder coating on an exterior surface of the water-soluble substrate, wherein the water-soluble substrate encloses a composition and the powder coating includes a powdered bittering agent, a method of making such water-soluble packages and their use, in particular for washing dishes or laundering textiles.

Abstract: A highly alkaline detergent is described which includes the use of a carboxylic acid terpolymer in combination with an alkali metal hydroxide. The detergent maintains cleaning functions and also prevents hard water scaling at application temperatures, for example at temperatures of between about 145-180 degrees Fahrenheit and, for example, at a pH of 9.5 to about 13.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to water-soluble unit dose articles made from a combination of water-soluble films and containing household care compositions that are at least partially enclosed by the water-soluble films in at least one compartment.

Abstract: A flow medium for assisting a resin to be transferred into a mold accommodating a layered structure of reinforced material is provided. The flow medium is configured such that when the resin is cured the flow medium becomes incorporated within a final composite component comprising the reinforced material embedded within the transferred and cured resin. A semifinished product comprising such a flow medium is provided and a method for producing a composite component by utilizing such a semifinished product is also provided.

Abstract: A wipe article includes a substrate, a cationic coating disposed on a surface of the substrate, distributed throughout the substrate, or both. The cationic coating contains a guanidinyl-containing polymer that is crosslinked and bound to the substrate. The substrate includes sponge, nonwoven fabric, or woven fabric. The wipes are useful for removing microorganisms from a microorganism-contaminated surface and also for reducing re-contamination of the cleaned surface or transfer to another surface of the removed microorganisms.

Abstract: A press device for manufacturing compacted tablets from at least one mixture in powder form, including at least one compaction assembly including a lower punch and an upper punch each having an active compaction surface and placed on either side of a die. The lower punch has a longitudinal recess open on the side of the die, inside of which is mounted a central rod which is translatably mobile relative to the lower punch. The central rod is coupled to the lower punch by a resilient link provided so as to hold, in an inoperative position, the central rod in a maximum deployed position in which the central rod protrudes relative to the active surface of the lower punch. The invention also relates to a specific compaction method and to a multi-layer compacted tablet with a recess.

Abstract: A powder descaling composition is disclosed herein, as well as methods for using the same. A benefit to the powder descaling composition can be providing a compact, lightweight powder composition that is easily and efficiently transported, stored, dispensed and used for removing scale from the surfaces of machinery.

Abstract: A water-soluble film including a polyvinyl alcohol copolymer resin, a plasticizer, an anti-block filler, and a release modifier is disclosed herein. Also disclosed are related packets incorporating the film, and related methods of making and using the film and packets.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a water-soluble film, including polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) and (PVOH) and an acrylate resin (e.g., methyl acrylate), wherein the water-soluble film remains intact for at least 3 minutes when submerged in water heated to a temperature of about 40° C., as determined by Bleach Compatibility Method A (described herein). The disclosure further provides a packet or pouch comprising water-soluble film of the disclosure. The packet or pouch can optionally include two or more compartments. The disclosure further provides a pouch including a first sealed compartment containing a first composition, the first sealed compartment comprising the water-soluble film according to the disclosure. Optionally, the first composition can include a bleach composition.

Abstract: A water dispersible pouch for moistening a tissue includes a film that encloses a cavity, the film having a body portion and a region of weakness, the region of weakness having a thickness that is less than a thickness of body portion; and a substantially waterless wetting composition disposed within the cavity; wherein the water dispersible pouch has a rupture strength at the region of weakness of less than 10 pounds per square inch (psi).