Abstract: Combined insect repellents and odor-reducing compositions are disclosed that use the insect repellent Picaridin [2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-piperidine carboxylic acid 1-methylpropyl ester] in combination with the odor-reducer zinc ricinoleate are disclosed, as are methods for using these compositions. The presence of the odor reducer does not reduce the apparent efficacy of the Picaridin, and tends to reduce the odor of the Picaridin itself.

Abstract: Combined insect repellents and odor-reducing compositions are disclosed that use the insect repellent Picaridin [2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-piperidine carboxylic acid 1-methylpropyl ester] in combination with the odor-reducer zinc ricinoleate are disclosed, as are methods for using these compositions. The presence of the odor reducer does not reduce the apparent efficacy of the Picaridin, and tends to reduce the odor of the Picaridin itself.

Abstract: Oil remediation compositions and methods for preparing such compositions are disclosed. The oil remediation compositions comprise particles of a first wax ester, such as a synthetic beeswax, and an anti-caking agent. The anti-caking agent may be a natural cellulosic material, such as particulate hay. In methods for preparing these compositions, the hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) of the composition may be adjusted by adding a second wax ester or fatty acid ester with a different HLB to reach a desired HLB for the composition that is based on defined environmental conditions, such as the temperature and salinity of the water in which oil has been spilled, the nature of the oil spilled, and the degree of evaporation of organic compounds.

Abstract: A bracket for attachment to a mop bucket having at least four wheels is provided. According to some embodiments, the bracket has a back web defined by a first vertical edge, a second vertical edge, and a lower edge. Some embodiments further include at least one rib parallel to the first and second vertical edges of the back web. Embodiments are provided with a bottom web adjacent to the lower edge of the back web and extending generally perpendicular from the back web, wherein the bottom web defines at least two collars that attach to the wheels of the mop bucket. Other embodiments include a first arm adjacent to the first vertical edge of the back web and extending generally perpendicular from the back web, and a second arm adjacent to the second vertical edge of the back web and extending generally perpendicular from the back web. In some embodiments, when the bracket is attached to the mop bucket, mop bucket and the bracket define a pocket inside which to store items, such as a sign or a mop.