Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure include foliar fertilizer compositions. Compositions according to certain embodiments include a source of a plant growth regulator, an ionophore and water. Methods for applying the compositions to the foliage of plants to enhance plant growth (e.g., enhance heat tolerance and cold stress, increase photosynthetic activity) and kits having one or more fertilizer composition for applying to the foliage of a plant are also described.

Abstract: A synergistic antimicrobial composition containing flurochloridone and 2-n-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one is provided. Also provided is a method of inhibiting the growth of or controlling the growth of microorganisms in a building material by adding such a synergistic antimicrobial composition. Also provided is a coating composition containing such a synergistic antimicrobial composition, and a dry film made from such a coating composition.

Abstract: A method and system for treating water, and using the treated water for the cooling of industrial processes is disclosed. The water is treated and stored in a large container or artificial lagoon, has high clarity and high microbiological quality. A system of the invention generally includes a containing means, such as a large container or artificial lagoon, a coordination means, a chemical application means, a mobile suction means, and a filtration means. The coordination means monitors and controls the processes in order to adjust water quality parameters within specified limits. The large container or artificial lagoon can act as a heat sink, absorbing waste heat from the industrial cooling process, thus creating thermal energy reservoirs in a sustainable manner, which can be later used for other purposes. The method and system can be used in any industrial cooling system with any type of water available, including fresh water, brackish water, and seawater.

Abstract: An aqueous composition for treatment of water comprising: (a) an N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride polymer; (b) lanthanum chloride; and (c) a dimethylamine epichlorohydrin ethylenediamine polymer; and a method of treating water using the composition.

Abstract: An aqueous composition for treatment of water comprising: (a) an N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride polymer; (b) lanthanum chloride; and (c) a dimethylamine epichlorohydrin ethylenediamine polymer; and a method of treating water using the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to treatment of water, and more specifically to treatment of water using a stable formulation of polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) and a liquid or solid zinc salt for the application and prevention algae in recirculated and stagnant water systems. The invention also encompasses methods of treating water that already contains PHMB.

Abstract: A composition for treating waters, e.g. ballast water or injection water for oil recovery, to kill in-situ aquatic invasive species comprises at least one biocide capable of killing both animal and plant micro-organisms. The at least one biocide preferably comprises Brilliant Green, Gentian Violet, and/or erythrosine, and a wetting agent or detergent-like compound such as CTAB or CTAC. The invention also relates to a system for treating ballast water in situ comprising means for injecting a composition for treating ballast water; means for measuring the flow rate or amount of ballast water to be treated; means for controlling the dosing of the composition; and means for storing or receiving the composition. The invention also relates to a method of detecting viable aquatic organisms in ballast water in situ comprising detecting metabolism in viable micro-organisms in ballast water and, therefore, measuring the efficacy of any treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to biocidal and more particularly algicidal substances comprising one or more polymers which in turn comprise one or more biocides such as more particularly algicides, where at least one polymer has structural elements which derive from acrylonitrile. The invention further relates to biocidal compositions comprising aforesaid biocidal substances in particulate form, to a process for preparing the biocidal substances and the biocidal compositions and to the use of the biocidal compositions for protecting technical materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of quaternary ammonium compounds in the remediation of microbial growth such as mold, funguses, and mildew.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning preparation, namely to a cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing and sterilizing preparation. Said preparation comprises a mixture of cationic microbiocides and non-ionic surfactants.

Abstract: A stable aqueous concentrate comprising a polymeric biguanide, a chelating agent and a water-miscible organic solvent for controlling the growth of algae, fungi and pathogenic organisms in water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of inhibiting the growth of killing algae, bacteria, yeast and/or fungi in a recirculating water system which comprises adding to the water a polymeric biguanide and an adjuvant of the Formula (1) or a salt thereof: wherein: R1 is an optionally substituted C8 to C12 or C18 to C22 alkyl group; and R2 and R3 each independently is H or optionally substituted C1-4-alkyl.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of inhibiting the growth of killing algae, bacteria, yeast and/or fungi in a recirculating water system which comprises adding to the water a polymeric biguanide and an adjuvant of the Formula (1) or a salt thereof: wherein: R1 is an optionally substituted C8 to C12 or C18 to C22 alkyl group; and R2 and R3 each independently is H or optionally substituted C1-4-alkyl.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for controlling the growth of algae, especially nuisance algae, in recirculating water systems. The water systems encompass industrial and recreational applications. The compounds for use in the compositions and methods of the invention possess anti-algal activity and are selected from a herbicide and an agricultural fungicide or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A method of controlling unwanted plants, the method including providing an herbicidal composition, the herbicidal composition containing at least a naturally-occurring, plant-derived organic compound, and applying the herbicidal composition to the unwanted plants.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for mitigating the effects of plant stress. Plant stress mitigating compounds and compositions comprising gamma aminobutyric acid and glutamic acid are also described.

Abstract: Growth inhibitors containing 3-(3-indolyl) butyric acid shown by and its salts can prevent the growth of algae and moss without harming the plants being cultivated or the worker or adversely affecting the environment.

Abstract: Solid sanitizing compositions have advantages over corresponding liquids and powders. A solid sanitizing product can be contained within a plastic bottle with a label indicating that the contents have antimicrobial or deodorizing properties containing a non-flowable solid composition having greater than about 0.02 percent by weight antimicrobial compounds. The preferred solid sanitizing compositions consist essentially of an antimicrobial compound selected from the group consisting of quaternary ammonium salts, fatty amines and diamines, chlorhexidine gluconate, phenol, derivatives of phenol, parachloro metaxylenol and mixtures thereof, and between 0 and 99.98 percent by weight of a cleaning composition. The solid sanitizing compositions can be effectively used with solid dispensers. The solid dispensers have a bowl with a drain at the bottom and an upward pointing spray nozzle.

Abstract: Metal-containing biocides for treating swimming pool water, spas, cooling towers, or other industrial applications without staining are disclosed. The biocidal compositions include a source of metal and a polymeric sequestering agent. The polymeric sequestering agent may be a water-soluble anionic or cationic polymer. Conventional sequestering agents may also be included in the composition.

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: A method for disinfecting a substrate is provided. The substrate is contacted with a biocidal effective amount of a composition of (a) at least one quaternary ammonium carbonate, bicarbonate, or any combination thereof; (b) a solvent selected from the group consisting of water and propylene glycol; and (c) optionally, a surfactant.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a biocidal composition for inhibition fungal, bacterial and algae growth which comprises a mixture of tetrachloroisophthalonitrile and 3-iodo-2-propynly butyl carbamate.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a biocidal composition for inhibiting fungal and algae growth which comprises a mixture of tetrachloroisophthalonitrile and N-cyclopropyl-N'(1,1 -dimethylethyl)-6-(methylthio)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-dismine.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method to inhibit bacteria from adhering to a submergible surface. The method contacts the submergible surface with an effective amount of at least one sulfamic acid or salt thereof to inhibit bacterial adhesion to the submergible surface. The invention also relates to a method for controlling biofouling of an aqueous system. This method adds an effective amount of at least one sulfamic acid or salt thereof to inhibit bacteria from adhering to a submerged surface within the aqueous system. This method effectively controls biofouling without substantially killing the fouling organisms. The sulfamic acid used in the method of the invention has the formula R.sup.1 R.sup.2 NS(O).sub.2 (OH). In this formula, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are independently a hydrogen, a C.sub.4 -C.sub.20 alkyl group or a cyclohexyl group. However, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are not both hydrogen. Alternatively, R.sup.1 and R.sup.

Abstract: Compositions comprising an ionene polymer and a salt of dodecylamine are disclosed which are synergistically effective compared to the respective components alone in controlling the growth of microorganisms in or on a material or medium. Methods to control the growth of microorganisms with the use of the compositions of the present invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: Wood preservative systems comprising (a) a biocidal effective amount of (i) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium carboxylate having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are a C.sub.8 -C.sub.l2 alkyl group; R.sup.3 is a substituted or unsubstituted, interrupted or uninterrupted C.sub.1 -C.sub.100 group; l and q independently are 1, 2 or 3 and (l) (q) is 1, 2, or 3; and n is 0 or an integer from 1 to 50; (ii) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium borate having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are defined as above, and a is 2 or 3, but when a is 2, b is 0 or 1, and when a is 3, b is 0, 1, or 2; or (iii) a combination of (i) and (ii); and (b) a solvent are provided. These carboxylate quats as well as carboxylate quats wherein R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group are preferably prepared by an indirect or a direct synthesis.

Abstract: A method for disinfecting a substrate is provided. The substrate is contacted with a biocidal effective amount of a composition of (a) at least one quaternary ammonium carbonate, bicarbonate, or any combination thereof; (b) a solvent selected from the group consisting of water and propylene glycol; and (c) optionally, a surfactant.

Abstract: Solid sanitizing compositions have advantages over corresponding liquids and powders. A solid sanitizing product can be contained within a plastic bottle with a label indicating that the contents have antimicrobial or deodorizing properties containing a non-flowable solid composition having greater than about 0.02 percent by weight antimicrobial compounds. The preferred solid sanitizing compositions consist essentially of an antimicrobial compound selected from the group consisting of quaternary ammonium salts, fatty amines and diamines, chlorhexidine gluconate, phenol, derivatives of phenol, parachloro metaxylenol and mixtures thereof, and between 0 and 99.98 percent by weight of a cleaning composition. The solid sanitizing compositions can be effectively used with solid dispensers. The solid dispensers have a bowl with a drain at the bottom and an upward pointing spray nozzle.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of inhibiting the growth of marine organisms on a marine structure, by applying onto or into the marine structure a halopropargyl quaternary ammonium compound, halopropargyl benzoxazolone compound, or halopropargylhydantoin compound. These compounds may be directly incorporated into the marine structure during manufacture, directly applied to the structure, or applied to the structure by means of a coating.

Abstract: An anti-fouling composition comprising a carrier, and a binder, the improvement which comprises an effective amount of at least one insecticide. The composition is applied to the surfaces of articles which come into contact with seawater or brackish water, especially wood. Other conventional anti-fouling agents may also be present.

Abstract: Substantially solid (or nonflowable) antimicrobial compositions have advantages over corresponding liquids and powders. Such a composition may be contained within a plastic bottle with a label indicating that the contents have antimicrobial or deodorizing properties containing a substantially solid, non-flowable composition having greater than about 0.02 percent by weight antimicrobial compounds. The preferred compositions consist essentially of an antimicrobial compound selected from the group consisting of quaternary ammonium salts, fatty amines and diamines, chlorhexidine gluconate, phenol, derivatives of phenol, parachloro metaxylenol and mixtures thereof, and between 0 and 99.98 percent by weight of a cleaning composition. The compositions can be effectively used with solid dispensers. The solid dispensers have a bowl with a drain at the bottom and an upward pointing spray nozzle.

Abstract: This invention relates to the treatment of pool surfaces and equipment with antimicrobial solutions which contain straight chain alkylamine compounds alone or in combination with additional bactericidal agents, such as biguanides.

Abstract: Compositions for controlling the growth of microorganisms in or on a product, material, or medium comprising synergistically effective amounts of (a) dodecylmorpholine or a salt thereof and (b) dodecylamine or a salt thereof are disclosed. Methods to control the growth of microorganisms and prevent spoilage caused by microorganisms with the use of the compositions of the present invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: Microbicidal compositions are described. The compositions contain (a) propiconazole and (b) dodecylamine or a dodecylamine salt. The propiconazole and dodecylamine or dodecylamine salt are present in a synergistically effective amount to control the growth of at least one microorganism. Methods for controlling the growth of microorganisms on various substrates or in aqueous systems are also described. Also described is the industrial application of the microbicidal composition in the leather industry, the lumber industry, the papermaking industry, the textile industry, the agricultural industry, and the coating industry, as well as in aqueous systems.

Abstract: Wood preservative systems comprising (a) a biocidal effective amount of (i) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium carboxylate having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are a C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl group; R.sup.3 is a substituted or unsubstituted, interrupted or uninterrupted C.sub.1 -C.sub.100 group; l and q independently are 1, 2 or 3 and (l) (q) is 1, 2, or 3; and n is 0 or an integer from 1 to 50; (ii) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium borate having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are defined as above, and a is 2 or 3, but when a is 2, b is 0 or 1, and when a is 3, b is 0, 1, or 2; or (iii) a combination of (i) and (ii); and (b) a solvent are provided. These carboxylate quats as well as carboxylate quats wherein R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group are preferably prepared by an indirect or a direct synthesis.

Abstract: Compositions comprising an ionene polymer and a salt of dodecylamine are disclosed which are synergistically effective compared to the respective components alone in controlling the growth of microorganisms in or on a material or medium. Methods to control the growth of microorganisms with the use of the compositions of the present invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: The specification describes combinations of fertilizer with certain organic compounds to increase fertilizer efficiency, plant productivity, growth, and nutrient accumulation. These beneficial effects are accomplished using combinations of a fertilizer and an amino acid selected from .gamma.-aminobutyric acid, glutamic acid, and a mixture of .gamma.-aminobutyric acid and glutamic acid. A source of proteinaceous amino acids and a carbon skeleton may also be used with the fertilizer and the amino acid. The specification describes compositions and methods employing such combinations to take advantage of their beneficial effects.

Abstract: Algicides are added to water for the algicidal treatment of the water, especially swimming-pool water. The disadvantages of known methods can be avoided or reduced if chlorohexidine or a salt thereof is used as algicide. Chlorohexidine and its salts are distinguished by a broad spectrum of algicidal action at very low concentrations of use.

Abstract: A high yield method for the preparation of C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl, C.sub.8 -C.sub.16 alkyl quaternary ammonium hydroxide is provided whereby two reactants, a corresponding quaternary ammonium chloride and a metal hydroxide, are reacted in a solvent comprising a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 normal alcohol. The amount of metal hydroxide reactant is that amount sufficient to yield the quaternary ammonium hydroxide and a metal chloride.Also provided are wood preservative systems which include (a) a biocidal effective amount of at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium hydroxide and (b) a solvent, as well as a method for preserving a wood substrate whereby the substrate is treated with the preservative system.

Abstract: Calcium nitrate-urea adduct, a product having the formula ?Ca(NO.sub.3).sub.2.4CO(NH.sub.2).sub.2 !, is obtained by means of a process which basically consists of the following steps:mixing molten urea and calcium nitrate;feeding the resulting solution to a turbodryer;feeding the resulting molten salt to a granulator drum;recovery of calcium nitrate-urea adduct.

Abstract: Wood preservative systems comprising (a) a biocidal effective amount of (i) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium carboxylate having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are a C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl group; R.sup.3 is a substituted or unsubstituted, interrupted or uninterrupted C.sub.1 -C.sub.100 group; l and q independently are 1, 2 or 3 and (l) (q) is 1, 2, or 3; and n is 0 or an integer from 1 to 50; (ii) at least one di C.sub.8 14 C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium borate having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are defined as above, and a is 2 or 3, but when a is 2, b is 0 or 1, and when a is 3, b is 0, 1, or 2; or (iii) a combination of (i) and (ii); and (b) a solvent are provided. These carboxylate quats as well as carboxylate quats wherein R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group are preferably prepared by an indirect or a direct synthesis.

Abstract: Synergistic antimicrobial combinations comprising N-?(dichlorofluoromethyl)thio!-N',N'-dimethyl-N-phenylsulfamide and an alkylguanidine compound, preferably dodecylguanidine hydrochloride, are disclosed. Methods for inhibiting microbial growth using these synergistic antimicrobial combinations are also disclosed.

Abstract: A water treatment method for controlling the growth of algae, fungi and bacteria and the formation of a waterline residue in recreational and industrial water supplies containing turbulent water utilizes a composition containing a polyhexamethylene biguanide compound and a surfactant. The water treatment method and composition containing the biguanide compound and surfactant are particularly useful for treating recreational water supplies like spas and swimming pools containing turbulent water, such as aerated water.

Abstract: Synergistic antimicrobial combinations comprising N-decyl-N-isononyl-N,N-dimethyl ammonium chloride and an alkylguanidine compound, preferably dodecylguanidine hydrochloride, are disclosed. Methods for inhibiting microbial growth using these synergistic antimicrobial combinations are also disclosed.

Abstract: Synergistic antimicrobial combinations comprising N-decyl-N-isononyl-N,N-dimethyl ammonium chloride and 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3,-diol, are disclosed. Methods for inhibiting microbial growth using these synergistic antimicrobial combinations are also disclosed.

Abstract: Synergistic antimicrobial combinations comprising 1,2-dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane and at least one ester of parahydroxybenzoic acid are disclosed. Methods for using these synergistic combinations to inhibit microbial growth are also disclosed.

Abstract: Wood preservative systems comprising (a) a biocidal effective amount of (i) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium carboxylate having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are a C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl group; R.sup.3 is a substituted or unsubstituted, interrupted or uninterrupted C.sub.1 -C.sub.100 group; l and q independently are 1, 2 or 3 and (l)(q) is 1, 2, or 3; and n is 0 or an integer from 1 to 50; (ii) at least one di C.sub.8 -C.sub.12 alkyl quaternary ammonium borate having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are defined as above, and a is 2 or 3, but when a is 2, b is 0 or 1, and when a is 3, b is 0, 1, or 2; or (iii) a combination of (i) and (ii); and (b) a solvent are provided. These carboxylate quats as well as carboxylate quats wherein R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl or aryl-substituted alkyl group and R.sup.2 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.20 alkyl group are preferably prepared by an indirect or a direct synthesis.

Abstract: Methods for inhibiting microbial growth in aqueous systems by the use of synergistic mixtures comprising poly(hexamethylammonium) chloride and at least one compound selected from the group consisting of poly (iminoimidocarbonyliminoimidocarbonyliminohexamethylene hydrochloride ("PHMB") , dodecylguanidine hydrochloride ("DGH") and poly[oxyethylene (dimethylimino) ethylene-(dimethylimino) ethylene dichloride] ("PDED"). Antimicrobial compositions comprising the synergistic mixture and a carrier are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process for increasing plant growth and productivity comprising treating the roots, stems and/or foliage of the plant with .gamma.-aminobutyric acid and succinic acid as a readily metabolized source of carbon. The present invention also provides for a process for increasing plant growth and productivity comprising treating the roots of the plant with .gamma.-aminobutyric acid and succinic acid, and a process for increasing the rate of root formation in a plant comprising treating the roots, stems and foliage of the plant with .gamma.-aminobutyric acid and succinic acid. Further, plant growth is increased by application of mixtures of .gamma.-aminobutyric acid and synthetic succinic acid, in a suitable carrier to a plant.