Patents by Inventor Suzanne Winegar Dobbs
Suzanne Winegar Dobbs has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20140357789Abstract: A sulfopolyester includes the reaction product of a diacid and a diol wherein the diacid includes at least 30 mole percent of one difunctional sulfomonomer containing at least one sulfonate group bonded to an aromatic ring wherein the functional groups are carboxyl or esters thereof and a diacid moiety which is not a sulfonated aromatic moiety. The sulfopolyester composition of the present invention has a charge density of greater than 1.0 meq/g polymer solids. Another aspect of the invention is a coating composition containing from 1 to 50 weight percent of the sulfopolyester.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2013Publication date: December 4, 2014Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Scott Ellery George, Joshua Seth Cannon, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, James Allen McCaulley
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Patent number: 8106111Abstract: A cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent selected from the group consisting of 1,1-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,2-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol was found to provide antimicrobial activity in coating compositions and latexes, and was found to enhance the effectiveness of other antimicrobial agents commonly used in coatings and dispersions. Alone or as part of a preservative system, this cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent in water can provide an easy-to-handle liquid that allows coatings producers to achieve improved microbial control, or achieve equivalent control while using less antimicrobial agents in their formulations. Consequently, the shelf life of the products can be maintained while reducing the use of the traditional preservative, or the shelf-life can be enhanced with addition of this cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent to an existing antimicrobial system.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2010Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: James Allen McCaulley, Terry Ann Oldfield, Andrew Joseph Matosky, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Vicky Lynn Christian
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Patent number: 7923526Abstract: A sulfopolyester comprising repeat residue units from the reaction product dimethyl-5-sodiosulfoisophthalate, isophthalic acid, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and diethylene glycol, has at least one property selected from: a) an acidity of greater than 0.030 measured as milliequivalents H+/gram of sulfopolyester; b) a titanium concentration, measured as metal, of less than about 27 ppm, based on the amount of sulfopolyester; or c) an acidity of greater than 0.010 measured as milliequivalents H+/gram of sulfopolyester, a pH of less than 6.0 and a concentration of a base compound of less than 0.0335 moles/kg of sulfopolyester. A method for making the water-dispersible or water-dissipative sulfopolyester of the present invention is disclosed. Aqueous dispersion having from 0.001 to about 35 weight % of the sulfopolyester of the present invention is also disclosed. The sulfopolyester is useful in making hair spray formulations suitable for pump or aerosol spray applicators.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2005Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Scott Ellery George, Ricky Thompson, Edward Enns McEntire, George William Tindall
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Publication number: 20110028566Abstract: Compositions comprising at least one cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent and at least one other antimicrobial agent and methods of making and using these compositions are provided. The cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agents comprise 1,1-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,2-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, or mixtures thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2010Publication date: February 3, 2011Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: James Allen McCaulley, Terry Ann Oldfield, Andrew Joseph Matosky, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Vicky Lynn Christian, William Mark Barbour
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Publication number: 20110028590Abstract: A cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent selected from the group consisting of 1,1-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,2-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol was found to provide antimicrobial activity in coating compositions and latexes, and was found to enhance the effectiveness of other antimicrobial agents commonly used in coatings and dispersions. Alone or as part of a preservative system, this cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent in water can provide an easy-to-handle liquid that allows coatings producers to achieve improved microbial control, or achieve equivalent control while using less antimicrobial agents in their formulations. Consequently, the shelf life of the products can be maintained while reducing the use of the traditional preservative, or the shelf-life can be enhanced with addition of this cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent to an existing antimicrobial system.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2010Publication date: February 3, 2011Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: James Allen McCaulley, Terry Ann Oldfield, Andrew Joseph Matosky, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Vicky Lynn Christian
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Publication number: 20100160454Abstract: Antimicrobial agents, products and compositions incorporating the agents, and methods of using the compositions and products are provided. The antimicrobial agents comprise 1,2-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, or mixtures thereof. These agents have surprisingly been found to inhibit microbial growth at a much lower concentration than other glycols with known antimicrobial activity.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2009Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: James Allen McCaulley, Terry Ann Oldfield, Andrew Joseph Matosky, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Vicky Lynn Christian, Thelma Lee Watterson, Kab Sik Seo, Nancy Kinkade, Jessica Posey-Dowty
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Publication number: 20100158821Abstract: Antimicrobial agents, products and compositions incorporating the agents, and methods of using the compositions and products are provided. The antimicrobial agents comprise 1,2-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, or mixtures thereof. These agents have surprisingly been found to inhibit microbial growth at a much lower concentration than other glycols with known antimicrobial activity.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2008Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: James Allen McCaulley, Terry Ann Oldfield, Andrew Joseph Matosky, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Vicky Lynn Christian, Thelma Lee Watterson, Kab Sik Seo, Nancy Kinkade, Jessica Posey-Dowty
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Publication number: 20090165360Abstract: Compositions are provided that contain fragrance compounds and fragrance fixatives selected from diesters of TMPD. Scented compositions and scented articles containing such compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods for imparting a fragrance to a location and methods for formulating the compositions of the present invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2008Publication date: July 2, 2009Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Terry Ann Oldfield, David Justin Olsen
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Publication number: 20090092686Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the recovery of a phytolipid composition from a vegetable oil by-product. The phytolipid composition produced comprises squalene, phytosterols, mixed tocopherols and tocotrieneols, and vegetable wax and is useful as an emollient. The phytochemical composition may be applied directly to the skin to provide emolliency. Alternatively, the phytolipid composition may be formulated in various aqueous or anhydrous cosmetic compositions such as creams, lotions, gels, ointments, lip balms, sticks, or pencils for treatment of the skin and lips. The phytolipid composition also may be incorporated into foods, beverages, and nutraceuticals to provide health benefits.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: George Chester Zima, Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Phillip Michael Cook, Charles Everette Kelly, Mary Caraway Crow, Craig Alan Hoyme
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Patent number: 7491412Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the recovery of a phytolipid composition from a vegetable oil by-product. The phytolipid composition produced comprises squalene, phytosterols, mixed tocopherols and tocotrieneols, and vegetable wax and is useful as an emollient. The phytochemical composition may be applied directly to the skin to provide emolliency. Alternatively, the phytolipid composition may be formulated in various aqueous or anhydrous cosmetic compositions such as creams, lotions, gels, ointments, lip balms, sticks, or pencils for treatment of the skin and lips. The phytolipid composition also may be incorporated into foods, beverages, and nutraceuticals to provide health benefits.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2004Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: George Chester Zima, Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Phillip Michael Cook, Charles Everette Kelly, Mary Caraway Crow, Craig Alan Hoyme
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Patent number: 7416756Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the recovery of a phytolipid composition from a vegetable oil by-product. The phytolipid composition produced comprises squalene, phytosterols, mixed tocopherols and tocotrieneols, and vegetable wax and is useful as an emollient. The phytochemical composition may be applied directly to the skin to provide emolliency. Alternatively, the phytolipid composition may be formulated in various aqueous or anhydrous cosmetic compositions such as creams, lotions, gels, ointments, lip balms, sticks, or pencils for treatment of the skin and lips. The phytolipid composition also may be incorporated into foods, beverages, and nutraceuticals to provide health benefits.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2003Date of Patent: August 26, 2008Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: George Chester Zima, Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Phillip Michael Cook, Charles Everette Kelly, Mary Caraway Crow, Craig Alan Hoyme
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Publication number: 20080138450Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the recovery of a phytolipid composition from a vegetable oil by-product. The phytolipid composition produced comprises squalene, phytosterols, mixed tocopherols and tocotrieneols, and vegetable wax and is useful as an emollient. The phytochemical composition may be applied directly to the skin to provide emolliency. Alternatively, the phytolipid composition may be formulated in various aqueous or anhydrous cosmetic compositions such as creams, lotions, gels, ointments, lip balms, sticks, or pencils for treatment of the skin and lips. The phytolipid composition also may be incorporated into foods, beverages, and nutraceuticals to provide health benefits.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2008Publication date: June 12, 2008Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: George Chester Zima, Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Phillip Michael Cook, Charles Everette Kelly, Mary Caraway Crow, Craig Alan Hoyme
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Publication number: 20080054089Abstract: Compositions are provided that contain fragrance compounds and fragrance fixatives selected from C4-C8 alkyl terephthalates. Scented compositions and scented articles containing such compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods for imparting a fragrance to a location and methods for formulating the compositions of the present invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2007Publication date: March 6, 2008Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Terry M. Huret
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Patent number: 6998114Abstract: Disclosed are hair grooming compositions or formulations comprising at least one carboxyalkyl cellulose (CAC) ester such as carboxyalkyl cellulose acetate butyrate or acetate propionate and methods for the use thereof. The liquid compositions may be applied to hair in the form of a spray, mist, gel or mousse to facilitate styling of the hair.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2002Date of Patent: February 14, 2006Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Jessica Posey-Dowty
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Publication number: 20050232876Abstract: Disclosed are skin care compositions comprising an admixture of sucrose acetate isobutyrate and certain diol and glycerol carboxylate esters. The liquid skin care compositions are useful as cosmetic, protective and therapeutic dermatological compositions and comprise an admixture of sucrose acetate isobutyrate and one or more carboxylic acid esters of a polyol selected from propylene glycol and glycerol wherein the carboxylate ester residues contains from 2 to 10 carbon atoms. The skin care compositions exhibit smoothness and water resistance when applied to the skin such as the human body including eyelids and lips.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2004Publication date: October 20, 2005Inventors: Robin Lynn Minga, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Terry Ann Oldfield
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Publication number: 20030185774Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic film-forming compositions which are especially useful as nail coating compositions which, upon drying, form a film which will adhere to the keratin of the nail, i.e., fingernails and toenails, and to artificial nails. More specifically, the present invention pertains to cosmetic coating compositions comprising one or more carboxyalkyl cellulose (CAC) esters and a liquid vehicle or solvent. The compositions may be anhydrous or contain up to about 80% water. While primarily useful as nail coatings, the coating compositions also may be applied to the skin to provide a pigmented coating or glossy finish.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2002Publication date: October 2, 2003Inventors: Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Terry Ann Oldfield, Jessica Dee Posey-Dowty
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Publication number: 20030147829Abstract: Disclosed are hair grooming compositions or formulations comprising at least one carboxyalkyl cellulose (CAC) ester such as carboxyalkyl cellulose acetate butyrate or acetate propionate and methods for the use thereof. The liquid compositions may be applied to hair in the form of a spray, mist, gel or mousse to facilitate styling of the hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2002Publication date: August 7, 2003Inventors: Terry Ann Oldfield, Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Jessica Posey-Dowty
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Patent number: 5744129Abstract: This invention relates to an aqueous lip gloss and cosmetic composition and method for coloring lips and skin comprising the use of a water-dispersible, colored sulfopolyester wherein the colorant moiety is incorporated into or onto a carbonyloxy and/or carbonylamide backbone of the sulfopolyester. The sulfopolyesters are uniquely designed to offer cosmetically desirable color coatings on lips and skin.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 1996Date of Patent: April 28, 1998Inventors: Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, James John Krutak, Sr., Terry Ann Oldfield