Abstract: A multilayer permeable membrane with a release layer for the packaging of aromatic condensation products. The permeable membrane has a first layer comprising low density polyethylene, a second layer comprising ultra low density polyethylene and a third layer comprising low density polyethylene. The release layer is adhered to the first layer and may be peeled away from the permeable membrane to expose the membrane and provide for the controlled release of vapors over a period of time.

Abstract: A new Scented Bubble Wrap for providing a means to protect delicate gifts while emitting a pleasant scent. The inventive device includes generally, a sheet of polyethylene comprising a multiplicity of individual closed cell compartments containing a scented fluid.

Abstract: By securely sealing odor absorbing material and fragrance producing compositions separately in a flexible container, preferably formed from multi-layered sheet material, a unique and highly desirable air freshening and deodorizing system is attained. In the preferred embodiment, the odor absorbing material is retained by at least one microporous or permeable membrane to prevent unwanted dispersion of the odor absorbing material into the ambient surroundings, while also controlling the rate of transfer of the ambient air into contact with the odor absorbing material. In addition, fragrance producing compositions are incorporated into the container to provide the desired fragrance simultaneously with the absorption of odors from the ambient surroundings.

Abstract: A scented fingernail file and buffer for contacting and filing a target surface includes a base structure and a substrate layer disposed on the base structure. The scented fingernail file and buffer further includes an abrasive material and fragrance capsules. Both the abrasive material and the fragrance-filled capsules are disposed within the substrate layer. This substrate layer may comprise two coats of resin, for example. The abrasive material includes abrasive particles, and the fragrance-filled capsules are adapted for being ruptured by the abrasive particles, when the scented fingernail file and buffer is frictionally placed into contact with the target surface. The fragrance-filled capsules may also be ruptured by the target surface, or a combination of both the abrasive particles and the target surface, upon such contact.

Abstract: A fragrance-dispensing artificial flower combination has a cylindrical container with an open upper end and a closed lower end. A volatile liquid fragrance is in the container and a piston is slidably mounted in the container for closing the container over the fragrance. The piston has an opening therethrough, between the open upper end of the container and the fragrance in the container. A tube having a lower open end extending into the open end of the piston, has an upper open end.

Abstract: A low cost, high quality, durable mat product having a fragrance or scent incorporated in the backing material so that the scent is evenly dispersed throughout the environment of the mat for an extended period of time. Also disclosed is a method for making the mat product by adding a scent or fragrance to the backing material used in the mat product prior to securing the backing material to a textile layer.

Abstract: An air freshening device is made from a solution of a polymer and a fragrant material, which is applied to an air permeable substrate. A solid fragrant residue is formed on the substrate. A fragrant material diffuses from the residue for scenting flowing through and about the substrate. An attachment is provided for attaching the substrate to an air filter received in a forced air heating, ventilating, and cooling system.

Abstract: A cleaner impregnated towel comprises a flexible, porous substrate, a cleaner comprising a salt of the coconut fatty acid ester of isethionic acid, and optionally an antimicrobial compound comprising 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy) phenol and parachlorometaxylenol, impregnated within the substrate.

Abstract: A greeting card including an ornament, uniquely suited for display in an automobile. The card includes a pocket for containment of an ornament. The ornament has a reflective, preferably colored exterior, and an elastic tether. Thus, the ornament is caused to oscillate vertically in response to vehicle motion. The ornament is preferably formed from intersecting sheets of material having a glittering surface, which construction induces rotating and swinging motion of the ornament responsive to air currents within the vehicle, in addition to the bobbing or oscillations caused by vehicle motion. These complex motions, combined with the colored and glittering appearance, maximize the twinkling visual effect of this uncomplicated device while requiring no effort on the part of the observer or user. In a preferred embodiment, the ornament is impregnated with a pine scent in order to further thematically link the ornament to Christmas.

Abstract: A pull-apart fragrance sampler is provided which may be produced in-line and without the use of pressure sensitive materials. The sampler includes a carrier defining a fold line, barrier applied to the carrier and centered with respect to the fold line such that the fold line divides the barrier into a first half and a second half, and a fragrance sample applied to one of the first and second halves of the barrier. The carrier and barrier are folded over upon themselves along the fold line and a seal is formed around the fragrance sample without the use of pressure sensitive materials to bind the two halves of the sampler together. The seal and barrier define a pocket which will substantially prevent the premature release of said fragrance from the sampler. The seal may be a heat seal, an adhesive seal, or a cohesive seal. The barrier may be an aqueous based curable coating, an organic based curable coating, or a film.

Abstract: An odorant composition in the form of a colloidal suspension. A colloidal suspension odorant composition comprised of a colloidal material and a liquid fragrance component is provided. A package comprised of a multiple layer top substrate and a multiple layer bottom substrate is also provided. The colloidal suspension odorant composition may be packaged in the vapor impermeable package and the combination may be used to supply test quantities of odorants.

Abstract: A synthetic resin composition comprises an aqueous medium, a surfactant, and a resin and filler dispersed in the aqueous medium by the surfactant. The surfactant comprises a first high molecular weight compound having a weight-average molecular weight of at least 10000 and a second high molecular weight compound having a weight-average molecular weight of not less than 150 and less than 10000. In the synthetic resin composition, a solid material is well dispersed and the viscosity doesn't remarkably increase even if a solid content is increased. So, the increased amount of a non-volatile matter may be used and the storage stability improves. Further, flame retardation, deodorization, heat resistance and light fastness also improve. In addition, an interior material which is a fabric coated with the synthetic resin composition is provided. In the interior material, the texture, flame retardation, deodorization and light fastness improve without the deterioration of workability.

Abstract: By securely sealing odor absorbing material in a flexible container formed from a multi-layered sheet material, a unique and highly advantageous air freshening and/or deodorizing system is attained. In the preferred embodiment, the odor absorbing material is retained by at least one microporous or permeable membrane to prevent unwanted dispersion of the odor absorbing material into the ambient surroundings, while also controlling the rate of transfer of the ambient air into contact with the odor absorbing material. In addition, in the preferred embodiment, the air freshening and/or deodorizing system of this invention employs a small, compact and flexibly moldable container or housing which enables the system to be easily positioned in any desired location, regardless of the size constraints imposed thereon.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container or bag for garbage which repels animals such as cats, dogs, rats, and crows. The article is made from a composition comprising a polyolefin having 10 to 7000 ppm by weight of a compound selected from methyl salicylate, ethyl salicylate, propyl salicylate, n-butyl salicylate, iso-butyl salicylate, iso-amyl salicylate, and menthol.

Abstract: A gel includes a multi-component scented mixture in which the components act in concert to create a perceived scent, disposed in a polymer matrix comprising the polymerization product of one or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers. The monomers are selected such that the gel (a) has sufficient mechanical integrity to retain its shape under ambient conditions and (b) releases the components of the scented mixture in a manner that substantially preserves the native scent of the mixture upon release.

Abstract: A decorative three-dimensional figure or other shaped object clad in a transparent, synthetic plastic film conforming to the contours of the object and exuding a fragrance whose scent is appropriate to the nature of the object. Thus when the object is a Christmas tree ornament, the fragrance may then simulate the aroma of pine needles. To clad the object it is first enveloped in a foraminated sheet of shrink wrap film that is impregnated with a volatile liquid fragrance, the sheet then being heated to cause it to shrink and conform to the contours of the object whereby the clad object then proceeds to emit the fragrance for a prolonged period.

Abstract: A perfumer structure with an optically controlled night lamp is disclosed. The perfumer structure includes a heat conductor wrapped by a heat conductive and fireproof plastic material for generating heat to vaporize a solid perfume and uniformly disperse perfume gas. The night lamp is disposed in the perfumer structure and controlled by an optically sensitive element which turns on/off the lamp according to the ambient illumination. The perfumer structure is powered on via a single power plug and has both the functions of dispersing perfume gas to clean the air and illuminating at night.

Abstract: Artificial snow granule in granule form comprising a super adsorbent polymer in granule form as a nucleus and an ice layer surrounding the nucleus is provided here. An aggregate form is provided by linkage of adjacent ice layers and/or granules. Further, a snow granule quality improver is provided. A method for making the above-mentioned snow granule in a granule or an aggregate form is also provided here.

Abstract: According to the present invention, a vase is set forth which includes a container to define a first space to receive either live or imitation plant. The container has a closed base. A housing as defined in the container to define a second space separate from the first space, the housing has an opening at the base. At least one of (a) a light or (b) a scent chemical and blower are disposed in the housing. When the light is energized, the light is adapted to illuminate through said opening to provide area lighting at the base of the vase. When the scent chemical and blower are used and the blower is energized, scented air is driven from the housing second space to provide proximal air freshening.

Abstract: A table-top air freshener has a tubular cylinder containing perfume-impregnated cellulose strips. The cylinder press-fits into a cylindrical cavity formed in a decorative housing with the bottom of the cylinder exposed for attachment to a stand. A selected length of the cylinder can be withdrawn from the cavity to provide a desired perfuming effect.

Abstract: A photoreflective sheet comprising a resin foam sheet, a metal foil with an uneven shape in section laminated on a face of the sheet, and a base cloth laminated on the other face of the sheet is described. For agricultural use, laying the sheet under trees in orchards or hanging it from branches facilitates the growth and coloration of fruit even if the fruit are not well exposed to the sunshine, since the metal foil reflects sunshine in all directions. Further, a certain sustained-release preparation coating the back of the resin foam sheet protects fruit from certain pests such as animals, birds, insects, fungi and herbs. The middle resin foam sheet prevents a rise in temperature and dryness in soil. Also, the sheet can buffer the impact that the fruit dropped by a strong wind or heavy rain would receive. Consequently, the sheet provides an excellent effect so that damage to the fallen fruit is limited to the lowest level.

Abstract: A container to hold aromatic substances which can be sealed aroma-tight with a composite film consisting of several laminae. The composite film on the top of the container is made up of an aroma-tight outer film having at least two laminae and an aroma-permeable inner film which is detachably bonded to the outer film by means of a bonding agent. The outer film can be applied onto the inner film or membrane film, which consists of at least two permanently bonded laminae, whereby the lamina adhering to the container is made of polyethylene and the third or top lamina is made of a polymer materialwhich has a different density. The surface structure of the side of the membrane film facing away from the container is selected in such away that the entire membrane film stays on the container when the outer film (16) is pulled off.

Abstract: The invention is of a product and a method for its manufacture, which product is for delivering a desirable scent, such as provided by potpourri products, over a longer period of time than currently available scent delivering products. Applicant's "envelope sachet" includes a wick sheet on which perfume oil is applied, a strip or band of plastic film which is wrapped about the wick sheet, a plastic bag or pouch in which the wick sheet/film strip combination is placed, and an outer paper envelope which is the only outwardly visible aspect of the product when in use. Applicant's envelope sachet produces scent over a substantially longer period of time that conventional sachet and potpourri products using substantially equal portions of perfume oil.

Abstract: An improved apparatus and method for the delivery of various dispersants to a surrounding environment is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a composite membrane which is resistant to wetting by low surface tension dispersant emitting substances and provides an essentially uniform rate of release of dispersant into the environment. Previous problems of inconsistent dispersant release and apparatus leakage are avoided and a more durable, compact, and reliable dispersant delivery system is provided.

Abstract: This invention is directed to loose fill packing material comprising clean, elongated strips of paper formed from sheets of corrugated cardboard by an apparatus which comprises a shredder device operative to convert the sheets of corrugated cardboard into paper strips for discharge onto a perforated conveyor movable between a loading position at the shredder device and a discharge position where the paper strips are emptied into a collection hopper. A suction housing is mounted at the outlet of the shredder device in position to substantially enclose the conveyor so that a suction can be drawn over the paper strips to remove dirt, dust and other foreign materials therefrom after which the cleaned paper strips are transmitted by the conveyor to an angled sifter plate having a plurality of openings which are sized to allow undesired, short strips of paper to pass therethrough.

Abstract: A controlled release device useful for the release of vapors or liquids to the surrounding of the user is described. The device is a multilayered laminate consisting of a reservoir layer which incorporates an active compound, such as a nasally delivered therapeutic medication or insect repellant, an impermeable membrane layer adjacent the reservoir layer and a diffusion rate limiting membrane layer adjacent the reservoir layer. The device preferably includes an adhesive layer for adhering the device to skin or a surface and an ornamental decorative layer.

Abstract: Mosquito coils are resistant to breakage, light, flat and ensure a good active substance yield if they consist of a wood-chip and/or fiber material of a density of only 0.4 to 0.7 kg/dm.sup.3 and preferably have a thickness of 1 to 4.5 mm, the active substance being applied to the spiral (1) as a layer (2).

Abstract: A fragrance sampler has an image of a perfume bottle printed on a paper sheet, the image including a body portion and a cap portion. The part of the sheet on which the cap is printed is removable from the rest of the sheet and is connected to a strip on which microcapsules enclosing droplets of the displayed perfume are adhered. The strip is located underneath the sheet on which the image is printed and is concealed from view until removed along with the cap portion. Effective light adhesion is provided by using gelatin-walled microcapsules, which adhere to the strip without use of binder when applied from an aqueous slurry. Upon detaching the cap portion and pulling it away from the sampler, the perfume-carrying strip is also removed, allowing the strip to be used as an applicator for placing sample particles on the skin of the user. The sampler effectively simulates the bottle used for a particular perfume and correlates the visual image of the bottle with a fragrance that is delivered.

Abstract: A sampler is shown for a volatile fluid material. The fluid material is applied to a face of a base layer. A cover layer is applied directly over the face without an intermediate layer. A peripheral seal is formed between the base and cover layers. The seal is separable by a user to expose the face of the base layer directly to the atmosphere to allow the fluid volatile material to be released. The cover layer can be replaced to prevent further release of the volatile material. A method is also shown for making the sampler.

Abstract: A yarn, cloth, woven fabric, knitted fabric or nonwoven fabric composed of natural cellulose fibers, each fiber having incorporated therein a water-insoluble inorganic metal compound, and each fiber having at least one cured polycarboxylic acid combined therewith, said polycarboxylic acid being one selected from the group consisting of polycarboxylic acids and partial salts thereof, and a process for preparing the same.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for providing a scent to a compartment comprising a reusable holder having a connecting means and a scented card insertable into the holder. The connecting means can be a clip which is connectable to a louver of an air duct outlet register of a forced air system or to a fan guard of a utility fan. The apparatus can also be modified to attach to an interior surface of a refrigerator and may even be adaptable for use as costume jewelry. The scented card is produced by a process wherein a heat extrudable thermoplastic material is mixed with a chemical blowing agent and at least one fragrance and optionally a coloring agent, the mixture of material and fragrance is heated and extruded to produce a flat fragrant sheet of material which after being trimmed, forms a relatively rigid but flexible card insertable into the holder and removable therefrom.

Abstract: A sampler for delivery of microencapsulated liquid fragrance material is provided that comprises at least one treated paper sheet defining an enclosed cavity. The paper sheet is at least partially treated with a volatile containment treatment, wherein the volatile liquid containment treatment is water-stable and organic liquid capsule fill-stable. The enclosed cavity is substantially completely defined by treated portion(s) of the sheet. Microcapsules comprising microencapsulated organic liquid capsule fill are disposed within the cavity.

Abstract: A deodorant porous polymer having excellent deodorant effects is provided. The deodorant porous polymer is in the shape of substantially uniform particulates or an aggregate thereof, and is obtained by the hydrolysis and polycondensation of at least one alkoxide selected from the group consisting of inorganic alkoxides and metal alkoxides through the use of a sol-gel method. Also provided is a deodorant fibrous material that includes a fibrous substrate and a deodorant porous polymer as mentioned above, which is combined with the fibrous substrate in the physically-combined state and/or the chemically-combined state.

Abstract: A patch for masking foot and shoe odors through controlled release of fragrance is claimed.

Abstract: A device for delivery of volatile materials comprising a volatile material delivery layer, a support layer and a repositionable adhesive layer. Devices so constructed may be applied to any desired substrate without fear of harming the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: An aroma generator has a toroidal incense container with a toroidal channel and cylindrical walls. A toroidal channel floor is extended in a plane perpendicular to an axis that is common to the cylindrical walls of the toroidal channel. A bulb-attachment wall having a central bulb orifice is extended inward radially at a design distance from a base of the toroidal incense container. A cover plate is held in a covering position over the toroidal channel by attachment appendages on a cylindrical attachment sleeve. At least one attachment appendage is extended outward radially from a distal end of the cylindrical attachment sleeve and positioned in at least one arcuate attachment channel in an outside surface of the inside cylindrical wall for attachment of the cover plate to the aroma generator. A plurality of spacer ridges are extended radially from the cover plate to provide aroma-discharge passages between the cover plate and top edges of the toroidal channel.

Abstract: Label-like, hermetically-sealed perfume pouch samplers with artwork on their top surface and a pressure sensitive adhesive bottom surface. The adhesive bottom surface may be employed to attach the pouch labels to pages of a magazine or other mailer, providing an efficient method of mass distribution of perfume samples. The fragrance is stored in a perfume-releasing article such as an ultraviolet radiation-cured perfume-doped polymer, or a fragrance-laden polymer gel of modified cellulosic, ethyl alcohol, fragrance oil, an antioxidant, and water, surrounded by two perfume impervious sealed barrier layers. There is disclosed a method of manufacturing the perfume pouch labels on a support web that can be wound onto rolls from which the pouch labels may be readily released and applied rapidly and precisely to advertising pages.

Abstract: Cyclodextrin complex is suspended in polyalkylene glycol carrier material that does not displace the included material. The preferred perfume/cyclodextrin complexes, either alone or admixed with solvent (e.g., water), are preferably suspended in the carrier and then incorporated into solid, dryer-activated, fabric treatment (conditioning) compositions, preferably containing fabric softeners, more preferably cationic and/or nonionic fabric softeners. The perfume complexes provide fabrics with perfume benefits when they are rewetted after drying. Volatile perfume materials, including those materials that are commonly associated with "freshness" can be applied to the fabrics in an effective way.

Abstract: A core element (14) for a roll of wound-up web material, especially a lavatory seat protection cover, is described. The core element is made in the form of a tubular body having two ends, each with a respective end stopper (16). The core element (14) contains a fragrance carrier (20). The core element can be used in a roll, for example a roll of protective covering for a lavatory seat, or toilet paper, or similar. The core element can also be used as a winding-on element for used protective covering for a lavatory seat. The end stoppers (16) protect the fragrance carrier prior to use.

Abstract: A repelling material for animals retaining a great amount of a repellent and also having an excellent sustained release property can be obtained by adsorbing the repellent and at least one substance of phthalic acid esters, citric acid esters and glycols.

Abstract: A curtain ring having a fragrance-releasing material mounted on its inner diameter. The material is selected so that the fragrance will only be released when the consumer opens or closes the curtain, that is, only when the material is rubbed against the curtain rod.

Abstract: Stain-loaded seals and stain-free seals for packaged documents bear matching, identifying numbers or like symbols on their upper surfaces, respective coatings of adhesive on their lower surfaces, and respective peelable sheets of backing material covering their adhesive layer. The stainloaded seal bears one or more frangible containers of staining material which is released if there is an attempt to remove the seal after the seal is adhered to a substrate. The stainfree seal is adhered to an envelope or package as a seal so that any attempt to open the package or envelope will result in tearing of the seal and thereby evidence that the package or envelope has been opened.

Abstract: An air freshener device is disclosed herein in combination with a forced air source and which has a carrier with a plurality of fragrance or scented emitting ingredients or the like arranged in separate spaced-apart cells or compartments in rows and/or columns. The carrier includes breakable walls for each cell or compartment adapted to release the stored ingredient into a stream of oncoming forced air. Attachment elements secure the carrier to supporting structure so that released ingredient will enter the stream of forced air for distribution throughout a room.

Abstract: A sampler for delivery of microencapsulated liquid material has a protective treatment disposed on the substrate sheet overlying ink on the sheet, with microcapsules comprising microencapsulated organic liquid capsule fill disposed on at least a portion of the protective treatment and overlying at least a portion of the ink. The protective treatment is water-stable and organic liquid capsule fill-stable, and is a polymeric solution or emulsion that may be coated on the substrate sheet in a standard coating process in line with the printing of ink on the substrate sheet, and will cure in line to provide the desired protective properties.

Abstract: A combination food container and utensil comprises the container having a compartment for holding the food and an opening through which the compartment may be accessed, a lid for covering the opening, an elongated utensil having a handle portion, a food holding portion and a length less than the cross dimensions of the lid, a bubble arrangement engaging an upper surface of the lid and coacting therewith to form an enclosure for receiving and holding a utensil on the lid, and the combination including an indicator to enable a visually impaired person to determine the contents of either the enclosure or the compartment without requiring the use of the visual senses. Preferably, the indicator includes the bubble being formed of a pliable material, such as aluminum or synthetic plastic, which is moldable and allows a person to determine the type of utensil by feel. The indicator can also include information fields which are read by the sense of touch and contain indicia, such as braille.

Abstract: A flavor burst structure and a method of dispersing a flavorant are disclosed. The flavor burst structure comprises a multilayer film with a flavor carrier layer disposed between barrier layers. The flavor carrier layer comprises a polymeric material blended with a flavorant that is not compatible or is partially incompatible with the polymeric material so that the flavorant desorbs from the carrier layer when one of the barrier layers is removed from the carrier layer. Several package applications are disclosed, including a cigarette package, package tear tapes and the like.

Abstract: A fragrance releasing insert for magazines provides a fragrance sample to readers. The insert of the present invention is formed from a single substrate which has a removable portion which contains the fragrance sample. The removable portion forms a diffusion resistant envelope around the fragrance sample which reduces the possibility of inadvertent contamination of the magazine by fragrance. While the removable diffusion resistant envelope is attached to the remainder of the insert in the magazine, the fragrance cannot be sampled. However, after removal of the envelope along a pair of perforations, the fragrance may be sampled by peeling open the envelope, thus causing a release of the fragrance.

Abstract: A method of making an improved fragrance-releasing sampler designed to prevent individuals from being unknowingly or involuntarily exposed to the fragrance. Preferably, the steps of the method are performed on a continuous moving web of material by in-line finishing equipment associated with a web offset printing press. The method includes applying slurry of adhesive and fragrance-containing microcapsules to a location on a moving web of material; longitudinally folding a margin of said moving web of material onto said slurry, or positioning a second web of material onto the location of said slurry; partially cutting around said slurry to define a removable element; and transversely severing the continuous moving web of material into individual fragrance-releasing samplers having a removable element carrying a fragrance which can be activated by separating said removable element from said sampler and spreading the thicknesses of the removable element apart.

Abstract: A basket fitting is provided for an air filter used in the air circulation ducting of a domestic dwelling and is designed to be attached directly to the duct covering grill within a room. Various air fresheners and germicidal agents may be retained within a particular basket attached to a grill, as can a charcoal filtering agent, and in one preferred embodiment, a plurality of these baskets may be interconnected to enhance the effectiveness of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides an article of manufacture which minimizes odor caused by bodily fluids, i.e. perspiration, comprising: a liquid pervious topsheet; a liquid impervious backsheet; an absorbent core positioned between the topsheet and the backsheet; and optionally, a means for supporting the article in an appropriate position to perform its absorbency and odor control function; wherein the topsheet comprises an apertured plastic film containing an effective amount of zeolite impregnated with a heavy metal ion; The articles of the present invention provide an increase in the topsheet surface area available for contact with external body fluids such as perspiration, places the antibacterial active in the closest proximity to the skin of the wearer, the active reducing the perspiration malodor by minimizing its formation.