Abstract: A fragrance release system having a substantially rotationally symmetric container having a chamber accommodating a multitude of particles for deodorizing or fragrancing an open or closed space, the particles comprising a carrier material and at least one fragrance, and the container having a plurality of orifices through which emission of the fragrances of the particles from the accommodation chamber outward is possible, wherein the accommodation chamber (3) of the substantially rotationally symmetric container (2) has a crescent-like cross-sectional shape with a convex front wall (5) and a concave back wall (6).

Abstract: A gel comprising a deacylated gellan gum, an effective amount of a sequestrant, an effective amount of a syneresis control agent, and a gelation inducer is described. Also methods for making the gel are disclosed including a method for forming heat-resistant gels comprising mixing deacylated gellan gum and xyloglucan; hydrating the blend; resting the hydrated blend until a gel forms. The gels can be used in a variety of applications such as air freshener gels.

Abstract: A disposable secondary article includes a liquid-permeable substrate that has a garment-facing surface and a body-facing surface. A lotion is applied to the body-facing surface of the liquid-permeable substrate. The secondary article optionally includes an attachment means for attaching the secondary absorbent article to a primary absorbent article. Additionally, the secondary article optionally includes a cover to protect the lotion until just prior to use. The secondary article provides a caregiver or wearer an alternative to applying lotions by hand.

Abstract: A lubricating deodorant for ostomy pouches in the form of an aqueous solution which contains both a water-soluble lubricating agent and a compatible water-soluble complexing agent capable of complexing with and neutralizing the odor-causing molecules of fecal matter. Other surfactants, preservatives, humectants and pH-adjusting agents may also be included. The method of using such a lubricating deodorant solution is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is related to concentrated aqueous solutions of p-methoxybenzoic acid and their production.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising: (a) a fragrance oil wherein the fragrance oil comprises: (i) greater than about 50%, by weight of the fragrance oil, of perfume raw materials with high odour impact perfume raw materials which have an odour detection threshold of less than, or equal to, about 50 parts per billion; (ii) less than about 5%, by weight of the fragrance oil, of top note perfume raw materials wherein the top note perfume raw materials have a boiling point of less than about 250° C. at 1 atmosphere pressure (b) an entrapment material which is selected from the group consisting of polymers; capsules, microcapsules, and nanocapsules; liposomes; pro-perfumes; film formers; absorbents; cyclic oligosaccharides and mixtures thereof. (c) greater than about 50%, by weight, of a volatile solvent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising: (a) a fragrance oil wherein the fragrance oil comprises: (i) one or more perfume raw materials with a high odour impact which have an odour detection threshold of less than, or equal to about 50 parts per billion (ii) less than about 4%, by weight of the fragrance oil, of top note perfume raw materials where in the top note perfume raw materials have a boiling point of less than 250° C.

Abstract: A deodorant composition comprising (i) a metallic deodorizing agent selected from copper, zinc, silver, platinum, nickel, iron, cobalt, a copper compound, a zinc compound, a silver compound, a platinum compound, a nickel compound, an iron compound, a cobalt compound and a mixture thereof, (ii) an carboxylic group-containing gelling polymer; and a liquid media. The deodorant composition has a three-dimensional shape selected from a block shape, a sphere shape, an ellipsoid shape, a cone shape and a cylinder shape and has a surface area of from about 24 mm2 to about 24 mm2.

Abstract: An open gel system for delivery of an active volatile possesses dimensions in the x, y, and z directions such as to release actives at an essentially constant rate from initiation of volatilization until completion of volatilization.

Abstract: The present invention related to compositions (deodorizing or not) for human and animal excrement, especially pest and livestock, comprised of acidic agents and water soluble polymers, wherein the acidic agents are base neutralizers for the ammonia and indolic amines in the excrement and the water soluble polymers are barrier forming agents for the vapor of the offensive odor producing compounds in the excrement and for slowing down the air oxidative and enzymatic nitrification of the excrement ammonia and organic nitrogen thus dispersing the attenuating nitrate concentrations in the environment. The present invention further relates to a method of applying said compositions to excrement. Said compositions may be applied to excrement in liquid form by mixing the liquid composition together with the excrement, or in the form of a spray, by spraying the composition directly onto the excrement.

Abstract: A composition comprising: (a) a fragrance oil wherein the fragrance oil comprises greater than 0.5% of a top note perfume raw material, or mixture of top note perfume raw materials, with a boiling point of less than, or equal to, 250° C. at 1 atmosphere pressure; (b) an entrapment material which is selected from the group consisting of polymers; capsules, microcapsules and nanocapsules; liposomes; film formers; absorbents; cyclic oligosaccharides and mixtures thereof; (c) greater than 50% volatile solvent; wherein the perfume raw material and the entrapment material exist in an associated form on the substrate and wherein the weight ratio of the top note perfume raw material to the entrapment material within the associated form is in the range from about 1:20 to about 20:1.

Abstract: A composition comprising: (a) from about 0.01% to about 99%, by weight, of a fragrance oil, wherein the fragrance oil comprises about 5% or greater, by weight of fragrance oil, of a top note perfume raw material, or mixture of top note perfume raw materials, and wherein the top note perfume raw materials have a boiling point of less than, or equal to, about 250° C. at 1 atmosphere pressure; (b) an entrapment material which is selected from the group consisting of polymers; capsules, microcapsules and nanocapsules; liposomes; pro-perfumes selected from more than 1 type of pro-chemistry; film formers; absorbents; cyclic oligosaccharides and mixtures thereof; (c) greater than about 50% volatile solvent.

Abstract: A composition comprising: (a) a fragrance oil comprising: (i) top note perfume raw material, or mixture of perfume raw materials, with a boiling point of less than, or equal to, about 250° C. at 1 atmosphere pressure; (ii) middle or base note perfume raw material, or mixture of perfume raw materials, with a boiling point of greater than 250° C. at 1 atmosphere pressure; (b) an entrapment material which is selected from the group consisting of polymers; capsules, microcapsules and nanocapsules; liposomes; pro-perfumes selected from more than 1 type of pro-chemistry; film formers; absorbents; cyclic oligosaccharides and mixtures thereof; (c) greater than 50% volatile solvent; wherein the weight ratio of the top note perfume raw materials to middle or base note perfume raw materials within the fragrance oil is in the range from about 1:20 to about 20:1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition useful for the treatment of leishmaniasis said composition comprising pharmaceutically effective amount of methyl-beta-cyclodextrin, optionally along with other anti-leishmanial agent(s) and/or pharmaceutically acceptable additives, and a method thereof, wherein the said method reduces the cholesterol levels of the plasma membrane of the infected host cells by about 50%.

Abstract: Methods of treating an inanimate object or inanimate surface which has malodor impression to reduce the malodor impression comprise the step of contacting the inanimate object or inanimate surface with an effective amount of a composition for reducing malodor impression comprising: (a) from about 0.1% to about 1%, by weight of the composition, of perfume; (b) cyclodextrin; (c) aerosol propellant; (d) optionally, solubilizing aid; and (e) aqueous carrier. The compositions used in the methods are essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric. The inanimate surface treated via the present methods is preferably fabric.

Abstract: The invention concerns a gel composition capable of bringing a benefit or effect by diffusing into its surrounding environment an active volatile. The compositions according to the invention include a water based medium, comprising an active volatile, a super-absorbent polyacrylate based polymer and a polymeric cross-linking agent having a high molecular weight and being able to be polarized with positive charges. The invention also concerns the consumer article containing, or associated with, the composition, in particular a device intended to diffuse a volatile liquid, more specifically an air-freshener.

Abstract: Aqueous compositions as well as processes and devices are disclosed for spray application on an air scenting device to provide long lasting freshening or scenting of air flowing through the device with minimal blockage of air flow through the device. The compositions contain a polymeric emulsion, a surfactant and a fragrance material and also may optionally include a rheological agent and/or an anti-microbial agent.

Abstract: A pressurized aerosol and concentrate are described for treating moderate to severe foot and/or shoe odors. The aerosol contains micronized zinc oxide, a propellant and a solvent. Optionally, the aerosol may also contain a fragrance, a thickening agent and/or a base.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing animal waste malodor using agents and cross-adapting agents are described.

Abstract: The invention relates to improvements in or relating to containers and in particular to a refill for an air freshening or purifying device utilizing a gel fragrance or other gel composition and to a device comprising a base container and a refill. The invention specifically comprises a refill for use with an air freshening or purifying device, said refill comprising a refill container having a gel receiving surface and an opposing rear surface, the gel receiving surface having at least one recess in which is contained a gel composition, wherein the profile of the rear surface inversely corresponds to the profile of the gel receiving surface such that it is provided with at least one projection inversely corresponding to the said recess in the gel receiving surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stable, aqueous odor-absorbing composition, preferably for use on inanimate surfaces. The composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 20%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin and an effective amount of at least one ingredient to improve the performance of the composition selected from the group consisting of: (1) cyclodextrin compatible surfactant; (2) cyclodextrin compatible antimicrobial active; and (3) mixtures thereof. Hydrophilic perfume improves acceptance. Optionally, the composition can contain low molecular weight polyols; metallic salts to help control odor; a humectant, etc. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric. The composition is preferably applied as small particle size droplets, especially from spray containers, preferably non-manually operated sprayers.

Abstract: There is provided a cosmetic or topical composition for use on the human body having a phosphate compound in an amount effective to inhibit corrosion of metallic containers containing the composition. Preferably, such a cosmetic or topical composition has sodium hydrogen phosphates and/or sodium polyphosphates in an amount about 0.05 wt % to about 1.5 wt % based on the total weight of the finished composition.

Abstract: An absorbent product (1) comprising a flexible support (2), having a first layer (4) and a second layer (3) of granulated clay material, and a porous fibrous fabric (5) apt to secure said first and second layer (3, 4) on said flexible support (2) arranged at the top thereof.

Abstract: A colored anhydrous gel element for perfuming or deodorizing air or enclosed spaces is provided. The element is formed by cross-linking a functionalized liquid polymer selected from maleinized polybutadiene, maleinized polyisoprene or a copolymer of ethylene and maleic anhydride with a cross-linking agent which contains at least one complementary functional group in the presence of a non-aqueous perfume or deodorizing base and a least one metal-free solvent dye which is soluble in the non-aqueous perfume or deodorizing base, or which is provided as a solution in a non-aqueous solvent which is compatible with the non-aqueous perfume or deodorizing base. The gel elements may be incorporated into devices which are used as air fresheners or deodorizers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use as a perfuming ingredient of 2-methyl-3-hexanone-oxime of formula in which the wavy line represents a bond having a configuration of the type (Z) or (E) or a mixture of the two configurations.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition for diffusion in the air of an enclosure to be treated to combat the bacteria contained in the air of the enclosure. The composition contains 2-phenylphenol and natural and/or synthetic thymol dissolved in a solvent such as isopropyl alcohol, for example. The invention also provides a method of combating the bacteria in the air of an enclosure to be treated, which method includes a step of diffusing the antibacterial composition into the air of the enclosure. Finally, the invention provides the use of a catalytic combustion flask for implementing such a method.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition and methods for odor and fungal control in ballistic fabrics and other protective garments. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric or react negatively with the ballistic fabric or other protective gear. The composition is preferably applied as small particle size droplets, especially from spray containers. The cyclodextrin/surfactant combination, either alone, or in combination with the other ingredients, provides improved antimicrobial and antifungal activity.

Abstract: A burstable bead system including a support having a surface, and a plurality of beads mounted on the surface of the support, with each of the beads comprising an outer wall defining an interior space. The outer wall of each of the beads is flexibly deformable by pressure applied to the outer wall, and is ruptureable by pressure applied to the outer wall to create an opening in the outer wall into the interior space of the bead. A scent vapor is located in the interior space of the bead such that application of pressure to the outer wall of the bead on the surface of the support releases the scent vapor from the interior space of the bead and into an environment exterior to the bead.

Abstract: The present invention provides, inter alia, durable and renewable biocidal wooden materials for safe food contact items, such as cutting boards and containers, to be used in home kitchens and the food processing industries. The biocidal food contact surfaces of the present invention reduce and eliminate cross-contamination of diseases and make the surfaces or wood cutting boards safer to use. The biocidal materials inactivate any microorganisms that are deposited and prevent the materials from building up biofilms.

Abstract: An air freshener having a fragrance releasing gel 40 having a fragrance component which is released from the composition over a sustained period of time, the gel being substantially self-supporting. The gel comprises from about 40 to about 90% by weight of the total composition of fragrance component, does not exhibit syneresis and, in use, shrinks unidirectionally away from an exposed major surface 46 when supported in a container 30′.

Abstract: A method for reducing or preventing body malodour by topically applying to human skin perfumery materials capable of inhibiting the production of malodorous metabolites caused by micro-organisms comprising corynebacteria. The perfumery materials are capable of inactivating corynebacteria capable of catabolising fatty acids.

Abstract: A product sampler including a substrate layer, a barrier layer covering the substrate layer, a gelatinoid product layer covering and in contact with the barrier layer, and a barrier layer covering and in contact with the product layer is provided. The gelatinoid product layer may include a microencapsulated product, such as a fragrance. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the gelatinoid product layer includes a microencapsulated fragrance carried in a gelatinoid liquid vehicle, which vehicle may comprise, for example, propylene glycol, polyethylene glycols, glycerin, or mixtures thereof. In a highly preferred embodiment of the invention, the product sampler is in the form of a magazine insert having a protruding trimmable non-barrier substrate tab portion, whereby a user may remove a trim portion from the trimmable edge portion after binding the insert into a magazine without removing barrier material with the removed trim portion. Also disclosed is a product sampler in the form of a label.

Abstract: The invention relates to 2-,5-,6-,7-,8-substituted oct-2-en-4-ones, to a process for delivering these compounds as a fragrance, an aroma, or a flavoring, and to fragrance and aroma compositions prepared therewith.

Abstract: Described is a fragrance control release system which is an emulsifier-free, single phase, nonporous, continuous, permeable polymeric film having a substantially uniform thickness of from about 1 up to about 150 microns, having entrapped and dissolved therein molecules of at least one fragrance substance capable of evolving from said film into the environment proximate said film by means of molecular diffusion at a permeation rate of from about 1×10−7 up to about 0.1 mg-mm/cm2-min in a sustained and controlled release manner. Also described is a process for using the aforementioned system for imparting a fragrance into the environment above the unobstructed outer surface of the aforementioned polymer film which is coated on the surface of a solid or semi-solid support, e.g., a woven or non-woven fabric substrate; or a solid surface or human epidermis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stable, aqueous odor-absorbing and wrinkle controlling composition, preferably for use on inanimate surfaces, especially fabrics. The composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 20%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin and an effective amount of at least one ingredient to improve the performance of the composition selected from the group consisting of: (1) cyclodextrin compatible surfactant; (2) cyclodextrin compatible antimicrobial active; and (3) mixtures thereof. The composition also comprises a wrinkle control agent which is fabric lubricant, shape retention polymer, hydrophilic plasticizer, lithium salt, or mixtures thereof. Hydrophilic perfume improves acceptance. Optionally, the composition can contain low molecular weight polyols; metallic salts to help control odor; a humectant, etc. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric.

Abstract: An attractant scent and solid delivery vehicle allows the application of attractant scent or other types of scent using a solid delivery vehicle, from a convenient container similar to that used for underarm deodorant. The attractant scent is typically animal urine, but other attractant scents or other types of scents, could be substituted. Approximately 40 parts water, 30 parts urine or other attractant, and 30 parts propylene glycol are mixed in a double-jacketed container. The mixture is heated to 160 degrees. Approximately 15 parts amorphous fumed silica and 10 to 15 parts sodium sterate are then added, and the ingredients are mixed thoroughly. The mixture is then cooled to 125 degrees. The cooled mixture is then poured into containers. Preferred containers include those used for underarm deodorant. In use, the attractant scent and solid delivery vehicle may be advanced from the container and a portion of the solid applied to form a thin coating on any desired surface, such as the bottom of a boot.

Abstract: A particle including anions dispersed throughout an amorohous, paracrystalline or crystalline solid solution, the anions being capable of reacting with hydronioum ions to generated a gas. The particle can be incorporated into a power capable of generating and releasing a gas after hydrolysis of an acid releasing agent.

Abstract: Support material from porous ceramic granulate, produced from a mixture of 45 to 80 parts by weight clay, 0 to 50 parts by weight calcite, quartz sand, dolomite, feldspar, chamotte and/or sepiolite, 15 to 30 parts by weight water, 0.01 to 0.03 parts by weight deflocculant, 0.001 to 0.01 parts by weight surfact and optionally agents counteracting the deflocculant and foamed under an overpressure of at least 0.3 bar prior to baking and filled or charged with at least one volatile substance.

Abstract: The invention concerns a cosmetic composition comprising at least an aromatic compound and at least an agent for dissolving said aromatic compound, characterized in that said dissolving agent consists of perfluorinated hydrofluoroether preferably having a total number of carbon atoms not less than 5 and consisting of a perfluoroalkane chain, branched or not, cyclized or not, bound to an alkoxy group, said alkoxy group having a number of atom(s) between 1 and 7, said hydrofluoroether having a boiling point in atmospheric pressure ranging between +15° C. and +100° C. The invention enables the replacement of ethanol conventionally used in cosmetic compositions by at least one hydrofluoroether compound.

Abstract: To provide thermal evaporation preparations and a method of thermal evaporating chemicals whereby the chemicals can be efficiently evaporated. Thermal evaporation preparations, wherein the preparation is in the form of a solid at ordinary temperature but molten by heating into a liquid as a whole, and a chemical employed as the active ingredient is evaporated from the ingredients of the preparation thus liquefied by heating, and a method of thermal evaporating chemicals.

Abstract: A colored anhydrous gel element for perfuming or deodorizing air or enclosed spaces is provided. The element is formed by cross-linking a functionalized liquid polymer selected from maleinized polybutadiene, maleinized polyisoprene or a copolymer of ethylene and maleic anhydride with a cross-linking agent which contains at least one complementary functional group in the presence of a non-aqueous perfume or deodorizing base and a least one metal-free solvent dye which is soluble in the non-aqueous perfume or deodorizing base, or which is provided as a solution in a non-aqueous solvent which is compatible with the non-aqueous perfume or deodorizing base. The gel elements may be incorporated into devices which are used as air fresheners or deodorizers.

Abstract: This invention provides an encapsulated fragrance in which the fragrance is controlled can be released by exposing the encapsulated fragrance to a solution of a predetermined pH. The invention also contemplates a process for preparing encapsulated fragrances.

Abstract: A process is provided for absorbing moisture and/or malodor and providing a fragrance to the surrounding ambience that includes providing a delivery vehicle containing an enrobement material, a fragrance, and a fixative, combining the delivery vehicle with an absorbent material, and contacting the mixture of delivery vehicle and absorbent material with moisture and/or a malodor source.

Abstract: An agent for preventing generation of noxious odors in a commode which provides an energy source for bacteria to the exclusion of sulfates for a period of time and comprises a mixture of one of calcium nitrate, CaN2O6, or calcium nitrate tetra hydrate, CaN2O6.4H2O, and ammonium nitrate, NH4NO3. A mixture is prepared using 200-1000 grams of calcium nitrate or 1.37(200-1000) grams of tetra hydrate and 1.25 to 12 grams of ammonium nitrate in de-ionized water having a ph of 5 to 9 to produce one liter of the mixture. A fragrance and a coloring agent may optionally be added. The resulting mixture is then mixed one-half ounce to one liter or one-half gallon of water. This will keep the commode fresh without change for a period of twenty-four to thirty-six hours.

Abstract: A gel system comprising propylene glycol alginate and basic aluminum acetate salt. Also, disclosed is a personal care formulation comprising a room deodorant gel employing said gel system.

Abstract: Described is a single phase aqueous surfactant-free nontoxic air freshening composition containing 30-70% water, 5-20% of a fragrance, at least 60% of the components of which has a C log10 P≦2.5 and 30-60 weight percent of a mixture of two glycol ether components: (i) dipropylene glycol methyl ether; and (ii) propylene glycol propyl ether or propylene glycol butyl ether. Also described is an air freshener device comprising a vessel for the aforementioned composition, an emanating surface and a wick for supplying the composition to the emanating surface. In another embodiment of the invention is a stain removal wipe, which contains a fragrant aqueous system with low solvent and substantially free of surfactant.

Abstract: The compound according to the formula set forth below 1

Abstract: A composition and a method of use for reducing malsensory agents comprising a component selected from the group consisting of fragrances, flavors, unfragranced carriers and mixtures thereof, with undecylenic acid and/or a derivative thereof, in an amount effective to reduce the malsensory agents and allow release of the component from the composition.

Abstract: An air freshening composition is provided in non-aqueous form for mixing with water prior to use. The composition is composed of a super-absorbent polymer, a granular preservative, fragrance and, optionally, a dye. The composition is packaged and stored in sealed containers until opened for use. The composition is particularly well suited for reusing empty slow diffuser type air freshening containers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of perfuming compositions, to perfumed products, and to products obtained therefrom. More specifically, the present invention concerns a process for the production of perfuming compositions, perfumed products and substances for perfumery characterized in that they comprise, as an active ingredient with an influence on the scent, an effective quantity of an alkylsalicylic acid ester.