Abstract: A product comprising separate compartments, contains first and second components of a composition and a catalyst for a reaction between the two components. In use, the two components are combined together to form the composition, preferably a cleaning composition, whose temperature is elevated when compared to the temperature of the components prior combination, providing improved performance. Method of manufacture, method of cleaning a surface, a kit, and an applicator means are disclosed.

Abstract: Foamed polyurethane articles, such as a sponges, sheets, tapes or ribbons, blocks or other molded, extruded or cast article which foamed polyurethane articles comprising one or more quaternary ammonium compounds having germicidal properties and are particularly useful in the formation of cleaning articles. Processes for the manufacture of such cleaning articles based on hydrophilic polyurethane foams exhibit an antimicrobial benefit and their use are also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to a water soluble container which containing concentrate composition useful for hard surface disinfecting and cleaning comprising: (a) at least one cationic surfactant having germicidal properties; (b) at least one non-ionic surfactant; (c) at least one organic solvent having a solubility in water of at least 4% wt.; (d) optionally, at least one alkanolamine; (e) optionally, at least one polyethylene glycol; and (f) optionally, up to about 10% wt. of one or more conventional additives selected from coloring agents, fragrances and fragrance solubilizers, viscosity modifying agents, other surfactants, other antimicrobial/germicidal agents, pH adjusting agents and pH buffers including organic and inorganic salts, optical brighteners, opacifying agents, hydrotropes, antifoaming agents, enzymes, anti-spotting agents, anti-oxidants, preservatives, and anti-corrosion agents; wherein said concentrate composition contains no more than 20% wt. water, and desirably contains less.

Abstract: The invention relates to a water-soluble container which contains a composition useful for hard surface cleaning. The composition comprises at least one surfactant selected from non-ionic surfactant, anionic surfactant, and mixtures thereof, at least 70% wt. of at least one organic solvent having a solubility in water of at least 4% wt., optionally at least one alkanolamine; and optionally, conventional additives. The water soluble containers can be made by thermoforming or injection molding.

Abstract: The invention relates to a water soluble container which contains a composition useful for hard surface cleaning. The composition comprises a cationic surfactant having germicidal properties, a non-ionic surfactant, an alkali salt, an organic acid; and optionally, conventional additives, where the composition is in powder form. The water soluble containers can be made by thermoforming or injection molding.