Abstract: A comelted, granular fabric softening composition which is water dispersible in the cold water rinse of a washing machine, comprising about 60% to about 85% of a di-(long chain) quaternary ammonium salt and about 15% to about 40% of a mono- (long chain) quaternary ammonium salt having from 10 to 14 carbon atoms in its single long chain. The fabric softening composition may also contain up to about 25% of optional ingredients. In one embodiment of the invention the fabric softening agent is adapted to be placed within a water-permeable envelope. The envelope can be inserted into a washing machine during a laundering operation to provide fabric softening benefits to the clothes being laundered.

Abstract: A method and composition for the treatment of contact lenses, and especially soft contact lenses such as silicone and hydrophilic plastic contact lenses to remove inorganic deposits. The method consists of treating a contact lens with an aqueous solution containing an effective amount of a sequestering agent, such as a polymetaphosphate, gluconic acid or salts thereof. A preferred polymetaphosphate is sodium hexametaphosphate.

Abstract: A detergent composition comprising a sulfonate-type surface active agent and an alkyl ether sulfate containing oxypropylene and/or oxybutylene units in the molecule.

Abstract: Described is the compound, 4-methyl-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid having the structure: ##STR1## and the use thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma of perfume compositions, perfumed articles (e.g., solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions and fabric softener articles as well as bath preparations and hair preparations). The said 4-methyl-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid is particularly useful as a replacement for cumin oil and/or cumin aldehyde in perfume compositions, colognes and perfumed articles.

Abstract: A method for transmitting power by traction wherein the traction fluid is a borate ester having the general formula: ##STR1## where R.sub.1 is a saturated or unsaturated mono-cyclic group with from 1 to 5 side groups having from 1 to 20 carbon atoms, and R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are the same or different cyclic groups as defined for R.sub.1 or alkyl groups with from 1 to 20 carbon atoms.A traction drive mechanism utilizing such a borate ester as the traction fluid.

Abstract: A liquid, aqueous or aqueous-alcoholic cleaning and maintenance composition, especially for dishwashers, consisting essentially of:(a) from 5% to 50% by weight of a water-soluble, organic monocarboxylic or polycarboxylic acid having from 2 to 6 carbon atoms, optionally substituted with hydroxyl groups,(b) from 3% to 20% by weight of a water-soluble polyhydric alcohol,(c) from 0.1% to 10% by weight of a low-sudsing nonionic tenside,(d) from 0 to 5% by weight of customary additives selected from the group consisting of odorants, dyes, dissolving intermediaries and corrosion inhibitors,(e) from 0 to 30% by weight of a water-miscible monohydric alcohol having from 2 to 4 carbon atoms, and(f) the remainder to 100% by weight of water, based on the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: A preparation of an aqueous pre-treatment working solution for ferrous metals, wherein the composition includes in its formulation a composite alkaline builder including sodium hydroxide, sodium metasilicate, and sodium carbonate, water conditioners including sodium tripolyphosphate and tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate, a brightener consisting of alpha-sodium glucoheptonate dihydrate, a surfactant including a mixture of the sodium salt of petroleum sulfonic acid and linear ethoxylated alcohol organic phosphate ester complex, and a modified straight chain aliphatic polyether, and an emulsion coupling agent consisting of hexylene glycol. The formulation may be utilized at a temperature which is only very slightly or modestly elevated above ambient, and may be cooled so as to demulsify the soil retaining oils prior to disposal.

Abstract: Described are isomeric mixtures of farnesene prepared by dehydrating nerolidol using potassium bisulfate or paratoluene sulfonic acid and then distilling the resultant product at particular temperature ranges and particular pressure ranges in order to prepare a composition of matter useful for augmenting or enhancing waxy, white-flowery (magnolia-like, tuberose, gardenia-like) aromas with citrusy (lemon/lime), pettitgrain-like undertones and green top notes in perfume compositions, colognes and perfumed articles (e.g., solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions, dryer-added fabric softener articles, cosmetic powders and the like).

Abstract: Described is the compound, 4-methyl-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid having the structure: ##STR1## and the use thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma of perfume compositions, perfumed articles (e.g., solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions and fabric softener articles as well as bath preparations and hair preparations). The said 4-methyl-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid is particularly useful as a replacement for cumin oil and/or cumin aldehyde in perfume compositions, colognes and perfumed articles.

Abstract: A solution for removing occluded and adsorbed chemicals, such as cationic preservating agents, anionic preserving agents and mixtures thereof, from contact lenses which comprises a nonionic surfactant; a cationic ion exchange resin, an anionic ion exchange resin, or mixtures thereof; water; and optionally sodium chloride. Such solutions are useful to reduce and prevent irritation of the eye of the contact lens wearer.

Abstract: Described are methyl substituted norbornane derivatives having the generic structure: ##STR1## wherein R represents the nitrile moiety having the structure:[ C.tbd.N]or the dimethoxymethyl moiety having the structure: ##STR2## and wherein one of R.sub.1, or R.sub.2 is methyl and the other of R.sub.1 or R.sub.2 is hydrogen.Also described are processes and compositions for augmenting or enhancing the flavor and/or aroma of consumable materials including foodstuffs, chewing gums, medicinal products, toothpastes, chewing tobaccos, perfumes, colognes and perfumed articles such as solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents or fabric softeners or fabric softener articles using as the essential ingredient at least one of methyl substituted norbornane derivatives of our invention.

Abstract: Described for use in foodstuffs, chewing gums, toothpastes, medicinal products flavor and aromas, smoking tobacco flavor and aroma and perfume, cologne and perfumed article aroma augmenting, modifying, enhancing and imparting compositions and as foodstuffs, chewing gums, toothpastes, medicinal products, tobacco, perfume and perfumed article and cologne aroma imparting materials are mixtures of 1-ethoxy-1-ethanol acetate having the structure: ##STR1## (also hereinafter referred to as "E") and acetaldehyde (also hereinafter referred to as "A"), the range of weight ratios, E:A being from 50:50 down to 5:95.

Abstract: Described is a compound having the structure: ##STR1## a norbornyl oxyacetaldehyde, prepared by oxidizing the norbornyl oxyethanol compound having the structure: ##STR2## using air or oxygen and a silver or copper chromite catalyst; and organoleptic uses of such oxidation product in the field of perfumery, colognes and perfumed articles (e.g. perfumed plastics, solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions or drier-added fabric softener articles).

Abstract: Corrosion inhibitors for aqueous media comprise a triazole, an alkali metal borate, benzoate, and silicate and an alkali metal salt of a C.sub.7 to C.sub.13 dibasic acid. They may be used in antifreeze compositions for motor vehicles. Since neither nitrites and amines are required the danger of forming toxic nitrosamines by the reaction of these materials is overcome.

Abstract: A hydraulic fluid comprising an oil and at least one butadine derivative selected from the group consisting of .alpha.,.omega.-polybutadienedicarboxylic acid, maleinized polybutadiene, hydrogenated .alpha.,.omega.-polybutadienedicarboxylic acid, and hydrogenated and maleinized polybutadiene.

Abstract: A liquid hair shampoo which comprises a shampoo base of surfactant effective for washing hair, 0.1 to 2.5 wt. % of anionic phosphoric acid ester surface active agent and 0.05 to 2.5 wt. % of a cationic polymer effective for conditioning hair.

Abstract: Metal salts of pyridinethione useful in shampoos, creme rinses and other hair care compositions to deliver antidandruff benefits while not detracting as much as previous pyridinethione salts from the compositions' aesthetics. Compositions containing such salts are also included.

Abstract: A stable, cleaning solution for acoustic material such as porous tile, fabric, etc., is disclosed that contains an inorganic oxidizer, such as ammonium persulfate as the active ingredient in the solution, that may be applied by spraying. Potable tap water is used as the diluent, and various ingredients are utilized in the cleaning solution to clean the tile and maintain the solution as a clear, single phase solution having a relatively long term activity life of about 5-10 days, at a pH typically at least about 8-9.

Abstract: A cleaner detergent and deoxidizer composition which is particularly suited for removing oil, grease, dust and oxides in a single step operation comprises (a) methyl-2-pyrrolidone, (b) an alkylaryl polyether alcohol obtainable as the reaction product of octylphenol and ethylene oxide and containing an average of five ethylene oxide units per molecule, (d) an alkylaryl polyether alcohol obtainable as the reaction product of octylphenol and ethylene oxide and containing an average of seven to eight ethylene oxide units per molecule and (d) ethylene glycol monobutyl ether. One or more of defoaming and color agents and a fragrance component are included in preferred embodiments of the invention. Sodium bicarbonate may also be included in the composition.

Abstract: A method of preparing a snow and ice control composition to improve traction on ice and snow covered surfaces. The composition comprises coal ash, binder, a melting depressant and enough water to form a dough-like mixture with said mixture pelletized by extrusion through a die and cured to form particles ranging in size from 1/16 th to 11/2 inches. The resulting said pellets have excellent strength and can be formulated to be environmentally acceptable.