Abstract: A disinfecting composition which is bactericidal and effective to kill yeast includes (a) at least one a monocarboxylic acid of formula R—COOH, in which R a saturated or unsaturated, straight- or branched-chain alkyl radical comprising from 6 to 12 carbon atoms; (b) a strong inorganic acid; (c) at least one organic acid of formula R′CH2—CO2H, in which R′ is H or OH; (d) at least one anionic surfactant; (e) at least one solubilizing agent consisting of a compound of formula R″O(CH2CH2O)x—H, in which R″ represents a C2 to C6 alkyl radical, x represents an integer from 1 to 3; and (f) water.

Abstract: In a fish breeding facility, a disinfecting product is used which is suitable for eradicating microorganisms that affect fish fauna and that are present in said fish breeding facility; said disinfecting product comprises an aqueous solution of peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide, wherein said peracetic acid is comprised in a percentage by weight ranging between 2% and 15% and said hydrogen peroxide is comprised in a percentage by weight ranging between 4% and 21%

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved antimicrobial composition which includes at least one quaternary ammonium compound and nerolidol. The nerolidol component of the composition provides enhanced antimicrobial efficacy, even when used in small amounts. Further, the nerolidol component provides such enhanced antimicrobial efficacy that the quaternary ammonium compound may be used in reduced amounts as compared to the amounts used for antimicrobial effect in prior formulations. The enhanced antimicrobial composition of the present invention is especially useful in cleaning or disinfecting applications, such as the cleaning of hard surfaces.

Abstract: A biocide composition is provided as an addition to substances that can be infected by harmful microorganisms, in which the biocide composition has at least two active biocidal substances, one of which is 2-methylisothiazolin-3-one. The composition is characterized in that it contains 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one, compositions containing 5-chloro-2-methylisothiazolin-3-one being excluded. In comparison with its individual components, the composition of the invention has a synergistic biocidal activity.

Abstract: Solid water-dispersible compositions containing microencapsulated pesticides are produced by spray-drying an aqueous suspension of said pesticides in the presence of a water-soluble polymer, preferably polyvinyl alcohol.

Abstract: A novel insect repellent composition is provided that contains about 0.8 wt % to about 0.12 wt % oil of citronella, about 20 wt % to about 40 wt % emollient, and up to about 15 wt % C12 to C15 alkyl benzoate in an alcohol-containing vehicle suitable for topical application. The insect repellent compound may also contain a sunscreen and/or an ingredient that provides the insect repellent composition with water resistant/waterproof properties.

Abstract: Significant concentrations of naphthalene were detected in carton nests of Formosan subterranean termites, Coptotermes formosanus Shiraki, collected from Florida, Hawaii, and Louisiana. This is the first report of naphthalene being associated with termites or any other insects. Naphthalene and other compounds associated with termite carton nests may be used to increase termite bait acceptance. New attractant molecules include 2-phenoxyethanol. New feeding stimulants include ergosterol. A list of volatile compounds associated with termite nests is presented, compounds that may be used to detect termite nests.

Abstract: There is disclosed an antimicrobial composition comprising an antimicrobially effective amount of clove bud oil and two or more of eucalyptus oil, cajaput oil, lemongrass, lavender or tea tree oils. Use of the composition as a treatment for cold sores, head lice, vaginal thrush, verruca, warts, athletes foot, an antimicrobial mouth wash in addition to a surface cleaner are also disclosed.

Abstract: Controlled release compositions of matter are disclosed comprising complexes for treating a population of one or more aquatic organisms in a column of water. The complexes comprise at least one system wherein the system comprises at least one bioactive agent as a component selected for treating a population of aquatic organisms, at least one carrier component, and at least one coating component for regulating the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water or at least one bioactive agent and one joint-function component that can serve as both a carrier and coating to regulate the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water, with or without optional binder components and/or additional formulation materials. The components are selected to sink or float so that the complexes will permeate and/or remain in any planar or volumetric segment of a water column for a period of time that is sufficient to effectively treat a population of aquatic organisms.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition, and a method of use thereof, that is pesticide-free and yet is capable of cleansing an individual of a pest infestation. The composition of the present invention consists essentially of an acid, an alcohol, an aqueous detergent and water. The composition is used in the removal of pests and their ova from infested individuals. Preferably, the composition of the present invention takes the form of a shampoo and is used to cleanse individuals of lice infestations. In use, the composition is applied to hair and allowed to remain in contact with the hair and scalp for a period of time, called the residence time. After the residence time, the composition is rinsed from the hair. Then, the hair is combed with a suitable nit comb. These treatment steps may be repeated as necessary and appropriate to effectuate the removal of the pest infestation.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for delousing warm-blooded animals, in need thereof, including humans. The compositions include either a water-soluble polyalkylene glycol or a water-soluble polyalkylene oxide mixed with a polymer or copolymer comprising polyalkylene oxide having carboxylic acid-containing residues. Methods of the invention include topical application to a hair-bearing surface of an effective amount of a composition of this invention, and maintaining the same on the surface for a sufficient period of time to delouse the surface. Further optional steps include washing or rinsing the composition from the surface, as well as combing the hair associated with the treated surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a molded antimicrobial article including an infiltrated antimicrobial agent which forms independent phases of 0.01 &mgr;m or more in short diameter in the molded article. The antimicrobial agent is a pyridine based antimicrobial agent with a molecular weight of 200 to 700 and an inorganic property/organic property value of 0.3 to 1, and 50% or more of the antimicrobial agent is infiltrated in a depth range of 0.5 &mgr;m or more from the surface of the molded article, or that 30% or more of the antimicrobial agent is infiltrated in a depth range of 2 &mgr;m or more from the surface of the molded article. The molded antimicrobial article of the invention can be obtained by immersing a fibrous product in a dyeing liquid containing the pyridine based antimicrobial agent, and treating simultaneously with dye under pressurization, or by applying a liquid containing a pyridine based antimicrobial agent to a fibrous product by padding or spraying, and heat-treating it at 160 to 200° C.

Abstract: Controlled release compositions of matter are disclosed comprising complexes for treating a population of one or more aquatic organisms in a column of water. The complexes comprise at least one system wherein the system comprises at least one bioactive agent as a component selected for treating a population of aquatic organisms, at least one carrier component, and at least one coating component for regulating the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water or at least one bioactive agent and one joint-function component that can serve as both a carrier and coating to regulate the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water, with or without optional binder components and/or additional formulation materials. The components are selected to sink or float so that the complexes will permeate and/or remain in any planar or volumetric segment of a water column for a period of time that is sufficient to effectively treat a population of aquatic organisms.

Abstract: The invention relates to a molded antimicrobial article including an infiltrated antimicrobial agent which forms independent phases of 0.01 &mgr;m or more in short diameter in the molded article. The antimicrobial agent is a pyridine based antimicrobial agent with a molecular weight of 200 to 700 and an inorganic property/organic property value of 0.3 to 1, and 50% or more of the antimicrobial agent is infiltrated in a depth range of 0.5 &mgr;m or more from the surface of the molded article, or that 30% or more of the antimicrobial agent is infiltrated in a depth range of 2 &mgr;m or more from the surface of the molded article. The molded antimicrobial article of the invention can be obtained by immersing a fibrous product in a dyeing liquid containing the pyridine based antimicrobial agent, and treating simultaneously with dye under pressurization, or by applying a liquid containing a pyridine based antimicrobial agent to a fibrous product by padding or spraying, and heat-treating it at 160 to 200° C.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for treating a hair-bearing surface of a warm-blooded animal, including humans, dogs and cats infested with an ectoparasitic insect, such as lice and/or fleas. Compositions and methods are also disclosed for preventing the infestation or re-infestation of an ectoparasitic insect, such as lice and/or fleas on a hair-bearing surface of a warm-blooded animal, including humans, dogs and cats. The compositions include either a water-soluble polyalkylene glycol or a water-soluble polyalkylene oxide mixed with a polymer or copolymer comprising polyalkylene oxide having carboxylic acid-containing residues. Methods of the invention include topical application to a hair-bearing surface of an effective amount of a composition of this invention, and maintaining the same on the surface for a sufficient period of time to treat the surface.

Abstract: This invention provides a pest repellent of the type which is not only applied to the skin directly but capable of preventing harm from the noxious insects, especially bloodsuckers such as mosquitoes and flies, by inhibiting them from entering the inside of the dwelling. The pest repellent is characterized in that it contains hyssop oil as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Microcapsules formed from an aminoplast shell wall and an encapsulated ingredient or ingredients enclosed within the wall in which the wall contains a base-cleavable ester moiety.

Abstract: The invention relates to a termicidal product to prevent the presence of and/or to destroy termites in a suitable surrounding medium. This product is characterized in that it has the form of an elongated solid body constituted a) of an extruded core constituting a solid degradable macroscopic matrix based on at least a polymeric binder and a substance active against termites, b) of an envelope of the core containing at least one substance active against termites, this active substance of the envelope being releasable in the surrounding medium, at least under the influence of moisture in the surrounding medium, such that, when the product is exposed to the surrounding medium, the quantity of active material freed per unit time within the surrounding medium by the envelope decreases with time.

Abstract: An insect control mat having a heatable substrate; an insect control active material; and an aversion material in an amount effective to cause a person to avoid retaining the mat in the person's mouth. A method of controlling insects by use of such a mat is also disclosed.

Abstract: Controlled release compositions of matter are disclosed comprising complexes for treating a population of one or more aquatic organisms in a column of water. The complexes comprise at least one system wherein the system comprises at least one bioactive agent as a component selected for treating a population of aquatic organisms, at least one carrier component, and at least one coating component for regulating the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water or at least one bioactive agent and one joint-function component that can serve as both a carrier and coating to regulate the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water, with or without optional binder components and/or additional formulation materials. The components are selected to sink or float so that the complexes will permeate and/or remain in any planar or volumetric segment of a water column for a period of time that is sufficient to effectively treat a population of aquatic organisms.

Abstract: Controlled release compositions of matter are disclosed comprising complexes for treating a population of one or more aquatic organisms in a column of water. The complexes comprise at least one system wherein the system comprises at least one bioactive agent as a component selected for treating a population of aquatic organisms, at least one carrier component, and at least one coating component for regulating the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water or at least one bioactive agent and one joint-function component that can serve as both a carrier and coating to regulate the controlled release rate and release profile of the bioactive agent in water, with or without optional binder components and/or additional formulation materials. The components are selected to sink or float so that the complexes will permeate and/or remain in any planar or volumetric segment of a water column for a period of time that is sufficient to effectively treat a population of aquatic organisms.

Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods useful for tick control. The tick control methods of the subject invention are particularly advantageous because they utilize natural chemical signals (phermones) in combination with an acaricide. The use of environmentally friendly phermones makes it possible to use acaricides in a highly selective and efficient manner thereby reducing exposure of the environment to acaricides.

Abstract: A method for deterring birds from perching, roosting or loafing on plant and structural surfaces by applying to the surfaces a non-toxic composition. The non-toxic composition is one that triggers a physiological aversion mechanism in birds by a visual cue and a post-ingestinal response.

Abstract: A slow-release insect repellent composition comprising an insect repellent, an oleophilic chemical soluble in the insect repellent, and a carbohydrate matrix wherein the combination of the insect repellent and oleophilic chemical is entrapped in the matrix such that the repellent is released from the matrix, a fabric substrate containing the composition and method for preparing the composition.

Abstract: A method for creating an wood destroying organism resistant coating is disclosed. The method involves spraying a structure with a mixture of a quick setting liquid monomer and a pesticide. The monomer, when cured, forms a bonded polyurethane coating upon the surface a structure which slowly releases pesticide over long periods of time. The method may be practiced as a two part system utilizing monomers and catalytic curing agents, and a one part system utilizing masked isocyanates.

Abstract: A method for preventing fungal diseases in crops which comprises the steps of: (a) applying to a crop an aqueous or a non-aqueous spray composition which includes a pesticide and a spray adjuvant including a solvent and an emulsifier, wherein the solvent is a mixture of aliphatic hydrocarbons having a distillation range of about 520 to 600° F. and an aromatic content of about 1% or less, or the solvent is a single or combination of C6-C18 fatty alcohol(s); and (b) applying chlorothalonil to the crop previously to, simultaneously with, or subsequently to the application of the aqueous spray composition, wherein phytotoxicity associated with the application of chlorothalonil is reduced or eliminated.

Abstract: The present invention describes a composition which includes a binder, a pigment, an insect toxicant, an insect feeding stimulant or a toxicant regeneration enhancer, and an ingredient which is both a filler and a thickener. The composition may be applied to a solid substrate to reproduce an article of manufacture which is both attractive and toxic to insect pests and therefore useful for insect control.

Abstract: 3-trimethylammonium-2-hydroxypropyl-N-chitosan (CHI-Q188) and related chitosan derivatives exhibit antimicrobial activity at concentrations as low as 10-20 &mgr;g/mL, an order of magnitude lower than the concentrations at which any previous chitosan derivative has been reported to exhibit antimicrobial activity. These compounds may be used as preservatives in cosmetic formulations, and as antimicrobial pharmaceutical agents.

Abstract: A topical insect repellent with extended duration of protection was obtained from mixtures of molecules based on two or more volatile repellent organic molecular species occurring naturally on the human skin surface. The novel repellent comprises mixtures of lower, intermediate, and higher volatility organic molecules. Active ingredients for formulations are obtained from homologous series of carboxylic acids, alcohols, ketones, and lactones which span a similar range of volatility and which occur naturally on the skin surface. Volatile silicone fluid imparts mildness and water repellency to the repellent formulations. The new natural repellent exhibits the longevity and repellency that is comparable to N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET), a synthetic compound employed in almost all commercial formulations, but the inventive natural repellent is more acceptable than DEET, which has an unpleasant odor and imparts a greasy feel to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides a wettable or water-soluble granular agrochemical composition which comprises a guanidine derivative of the formula: wherein R1 represents a homocyclic or heterocyclic group which may optionally be substituted; n is 0 or 1; R2 represents hydrogen or a hydrocarbon group which may optionally be substituted; R3 represents a primary, secondary, or tertiary amino group; X represents an electron attractive group; or a salt thereof, an alkenylsulfonate and a carrier. The agrochemical composition has excellent disintegrability and dispersibility in water.

Abstract: Aqueous endosulfan microcapsule dispersions in which the dispersed microcapsules comprise endosulfan, an organic solvent or solvent mixture and a capsule-forming material based on isocyanate prepolymers and the aqueous phase which represents the dispersion medium comprises surfactants, a water-soluble inorganic salt with or without other formulation aids, which include a relatively small amount of capsule-forming material, and a process for their preparation.

Abstract: Tubules which contain an active agent in their lumen and compositions containing such microtubules are effective for providing a slow, controlled release of the active agent. Such microtubules are useful in the production of coating compositions for the protection of surfaces coming into contact with water, adhesive resins for the production of laminated wood products, and devices for dispensing pesticides.

Abstract: A non-toxic aqueous pesticide and method for application on plants and animals comprising at least one surfactant and at least one high terpene containing natural oil to effectively control insects and parasites such as darkling beetles, lice, ticks, mites, flies, aphides, mosquitoes and chiggers.

Abstract: An antimicrobial material is described which can be used to form on the surface on a substrate a non-leaching antimicrobial coating or layer which kills microorganisms on contact. The non-leaching antimicrobial coating or layer is a unique combination of an organic matrix immobilized on the surface of the substrate to having biocidal metallic materials non-leachably associated with the matrix. When a microorganism contacts the coating or layer, the biocidal metallic material is transferred to the microorganism in amounts sufficient to kill it. Methods of applying the coating or layer to a substrate also are provided.

Abstract: A method is described for controlling or exterminating moles through the use of a bait composition in the form of a gel, paste, or grease. The composition includes an attractant and an active ingredient capable of killing vertebrate pests. The composition is injected into a mole tunnel through a small diameter nozzle, tube or needle to avoid digging open the tunnel or causing it to collapse.

Abstract: A non-toxic aqueous pesticide for application on plants and animals comprising at least one surfactant and at least one high terpene containing natural oil. The pesticide is used to effectively control insects and parasites such as lice, ticks, mites, aphides and chiggers found on plants and animals.

Abstract: A deer repellent formulation and method for warding off a deer from a shrub or plant. The formulation is an admixture of water, eggs, adhesive and animal blood. Hot peppers can also be added to the formula. The formulation can be applied to a support medium such as clay or a length of rope and then associated with the vegetation to be protected.

Abstract: Insect control through the use of an insect growth regulators is achieved by volatilization of the active compound from a point source in a spatial region such as a room, to diffuse through the air in the region toward objects in the region such as a carpet or a piece of furniture. The ability of the insect growth regulator to retain its activity when applied in this manner, even after periods of time in excess of one month following volatilization, is surprising in view of pre-existing methods of application that involved application of the insect growth regulator directly to the surface or object of interest in liquid form.

Abstract: Methods and compositions based upon natural flavonoid and aromatic aldehydes are provided, which find use as pesticides. The compositions are effective against pathogenic fungi and insects at concentrations which are not phytotoxic to the treated host plant. Infestations of a variety of plant parts can be treated, including those of leaves and roots. Susceptible organisms include rust, powdery mildew and aphids.

Abstract: A clear, one-phase, efficacious aqueous microemulsion of an agriculturally active pyrethroid insecticide for delivery at a high loading of active is provided herein which is free of nonylphenol ethoxylate.

Abstract: Mites can be captured or detected in a convenient and positive way by using a composition containing 3-phenoxybenzyl chrysanthemate.

Abstract: An antimicrobial agent which is a composite composition of matter comprising a metal or metal-containing compound distributed on or in a dendritic polymer, and a method of treating wounds comprising applying to the wounds said antimicrobial agent. In a most preferred embodiment, said antimicrobial agent comprises discrete nanosized silver or silver containing compounds distributed on or in dendritic polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to protection agents, in particular to topical compositions such as barrier creams which can prevent the passage of toxic chemicals and chemical warfare agents through the skin. Formulations contain hexamethylene tetramine derivatives or analogues thereof and perfluorinated polymeric compounds.

Abstract: This invention relates to the treatment of diarrhea and related conditions caused by pathogenic E. coli infection. More specifically, this invention is drawn to the unexpected discovery that by administering a composition which binds and removes the shiga like toxins (SLT) produced by pathogenic E. coli whenever an antibiotic is administered, improved treatment is provided. Novel compositions containing both antibiotic and toxin binding composition and methods of treatment which use simultaneous administration toxin binding composition whenever antibiotic is administered are provided. These compositions and methods kill the enteric E. coli organisms which produce the conditions and neutralize the SLT produced by the organisms and/or released from the organisms when they are killed. Thus, these compositions and methods are better able to ameliorate the symptoms of the infection and inhibit progression of this infection into hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) than conventional treatment.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions containing biologically active compounds that slowly release the biologically active compound. These compositions may be directly incorporated into the locus to be protected or may be applied to a structure in a coating.

Abstract: A regenerative water treatment composition and a process of making a regenerative water treatment composition by retaining a first bacteria killing material such as a zinc in fluid proximity with a second bacteria killing material such as silver chloride for insitu killing of bacteria to allow the silver chloride to continue to kill or damage bacteria that comes into contact with the silver chloride while the zinc carries away the dead bacteria.

Abstract: The subject invention concerns methods and compositions for the selective control of pest. The method involves the administration of an enzyme that disrupts an ecdysteroid metabolic pathway wherein said ecdysteroid pathway exists in said pest but not in mammals, wherein said enzyme catalyzes the reduction of a 3-keto group to a 3&agr;-hydroxyl group, and wherein said 3-keto group is a 3-keto group of a molecule selected from the group consisting of a 3-dehydroecdysone and 3-dehydro-20-hydroxyecdysone.

Abstract: The invention discloses a mammalian teat dip for controlling mastitis, a method for preparing the composition and a method of treatment of mammals. The composition contains a film-forming polymer blend and at least one antimicrobial. The polymer blend contains a solvent-soluble, thermoplastic polyurethane and a hydrophilic poly(N-vinyl lactam). Upon application to mammalian skin, this composition leaves a long-lasting, water-resistant, residual, elastic film which treats and protects mammalian skin from infection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel dry-blended extrudable pesticidal resin composition, extruded pesticidal resin compositions and pelletized pesticidal resin compositions comprising, as the active ingredient, O,O-diethyl S-[[1,1-dimethylethyl)thio]-methyl]phosphorodithioate, O,O-diethyl S-(ethylthio-methyl)phosphorodithioate or a pesticidal chemical wherein said technical grade of said pesticidal chemical has a dermal and/or oral LD50, as measured on rats or rabbits of less than 50 mg/kg. The novel compositions of the present invention are characterized by markedly reduced mammalian toxicity and increased pesticide stability and are essentially free of dust. Further, the present invention also relates to a process for preparing the present safened pesticidal resin compositions.

Abstract: A material with excellent selective absorption of super antigens. Said material contains urea bonds or thiourea bonds and remains active even in a high protein concentration solution in the neutral region, Activity remains after sterilization. Also provided is a body fluid purifying column for eliminating or detoxification of super antigens. In addition to that, this invention provides a wound dressing material with super antigen adsorbing properties.