Abstract: The present invention relates to lipolytic enzymes and DNA sequences encoding same. More specifically, the present invention relates to the lipolytic enzyme and DNA encoding same isolated from Acremonium berkeleyanum CBS 301.38 and analogues thereof.

Abstract: An alkaline cleaner composition comprising an alkyl or alkylaryl ethoxy carboxylate, a strong chelating agent and a source of alkalinity, its manufacture and use in removing greasy soil from hard surface areas is described. The compositions are especially effective in removing lime-soaps in such greasy soil especially on institutional and commercial kitchen floors.

Abstract: A composition for simultaneous cleaning and decontaminating a device. The composition is a per-compound oxidant in an amount effective for decontaminating the device and an enzyme in an amount effective for cleaning the device. The device may be a medical device such as an endoscope or kidney dialyzer and a plurality of devices can be cleaned using the same composition. The composition may additionally contain a corrosion inhibitor in an amount effective to prevent corrosion of a metal, a chelator, a buffer, a dye and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A metal cleaner-polish in the form of a substantially homogeneous liquid slurry containing aliphatic hydrocarbons, finely divided abrasive, and isopropanol as a stabilizer/solvent.

Abstract: The invention relates to microemulsion compositions containing water, a mixture of nonionic surfactants, and oil. The microemulsion provides for the removal of hydrophobic particularly oily soils from a variety of substrates. The compositions can be used for hard surface, laundry cleaning, hand washing, and car washing. Typical hydrophobic soils are oily based soils derived from petroleum oils or natural fats and oils also containing a significant proportion of particulate soils such as carbon, common dirt and other non-water soluble typically hydrophobic soil particulate. The microemulsion composition can include a splitting agent such as an amphoteric surfactant for controlling the conditions under which the microemulsion will split.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions having an alkylene carbonate and a primary hydroxyl functional capping agent selected from the group consisting of methoxypolyoxyethylene monol, polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene monol, and mixtures thereof for treating materials fouled with isocyanate. The invention also relates to decontamination of materials fouled with isocyanate, and to methods for decontamination of solvent fouled with isocyanate.

Abstract: Compositions and processes useful for the treatment of macerated foodstuff waste products, particularly foodstuff waste solids macerated by a garbage disposal apparatus. The compositions comprise per gram: 0-25% wt. bacteria complex having at least 1.0×106 bacteria/gram of bacteria complex; 75-99.99% wt. of an enzyme mixture containing: at least 5×103 CDU/gram protease enzymes; at least 1.2×104 MWU/gram amylase enzymes; at least 1×102 LU/gram lipase enzymes; at least 1×103 CU/gram cellulase enzymes; 0-25% wt. of a preservative constituent, preferably propylene glycol; 0-25% wt. of one or more nonionic surfactants; 0-10% wt. of one or more optional constituents, selected from: coloring agents, fragrancing compositions, odor neutralizing compositions, micronutrients, pH adjusting agents, thickening agents.

Abstract: A mixture of hydroxylamine partially neutralized with a weak carboxylic acid and an organic solvent such as an alkyl sulfoxide, a pyrrolidinone or a sulfone removes hardened photoresist and polymeric photoresist residues from a substrate with reduced metal corrosion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method of removing iodine stains comprising contacting a surface having an iodine stain with a liquid cleaning composition for a sufficient time to decolorize the stain said cleaning composition comprising about 1% to about 100% by weight of at least one compound selected from the group consisting of salicylic acid, salicylic acid derivatives and mixtures thereof, and at least one solvent. The liquid cleaning composition has an adjusted pH of about 1-14.

Abstract: A method of cleaning of an inorganic filler, upon which the inorganic filler used in resin materials for industrial or biological use, particularly dental resin restorative materials, can be more firmly bound to a resin matrix as a substrate, as well as a method of surface processing of the inorganic filler, are provided. The inorganic filler surface is cleaned with an aqueous solution of a peroxo acid and/or a peroxo acid salt, washed with water, and then cleaned with an organic solvent. Further, the cleaned inorganic filler is subjected to a silane coupling processing, thereby the inorganic filler being processed.

Abstract: A viscous, liquid, skin washing composition comprising water, at least one surface active agent, abrasive particles and a viscosifier, CHARACTERISED IN THAT the viscosity of the composition is typically that of a shower gel, i.e. in the range 4000-8000 mPas measured at a shear rate of 10 s−1, the particles, preferably calcite, have a mean diameter of 40-400 micrometres and a bulk density of 1-4.

Abstract: A composition useful for removal of organic deposits from a ceramic, glass, plastic, or metal substrate, and a method of use thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the invention pertains to a composition for cleaning an organically fouled smoking apparatus such as a pipe, a cigarette holder, or a water pipe, and to a process whereby the smoking apparatus is cleaned and disinfected.

Abstract: An alkaline cleaner composition comprising an alkyl or alkylaryl ethoxy carboxylate, a strong chelating agent and a source of alkalinity, its manufacture and use in removing greasy soil from hard surface areas is described. The compositions are especially effective in removing lime-soaps in such greasy soil especially on institutional and commercial kitchen floors.

Abstract: A composition for cleaning or caring for the skin, teeth or hair or for cleaning smooth surfaces in described, which has an aqueous phase containing a pregelatinized, crosslinked starch selected from a C2-C5 hydroxyalkyl starch and a C2-C18 acyl starch. Preference is given to hydroxypropyl di-starch phosphate or di-starch C4-C18-alkanoate or alkenoate. The starch acts 1) as a stability improver, 2) as a viscosity regulator, 3) as a (co)emulsifier, 4) as a skin feel improving agent and 5) as an agent for improving hairdressing characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the polymerization and functionalization of hydroxy fatty acids to provide surface active agents. The surface active agents can be nonionic, cationic, anionic or amphoteric polymeric surface active agents.

Abstract: A cleaning formulation containing an alkyl aromatic useful as a solvent. The alkyl aromatic generally is a a mono-, di-, or tri-alkylated aromatic. This cleaning composition has excellent balance between solvency, flash point and odor and is useful in a variety of cleaning situations.

Abstract: A cleaning method for a quartz substrate includes mixing a rinsing solution and mixing a cleaning solution such that the solutions are electrically conductive. The rinsing solution is carbonated and is used in more than one step within the method. The cleaning solution includes ammonium hydroxide. As a result of the electrical conductivity of the solutions, the cleaning method is less susceptible to surface damage caused by electrostatic discharge. The sequence of steps includes rinsing the quartz substrate with the carbonated rinsing solution, removing loose contaminants by a high pressure application of the cleaning solution, and removing organic contaminants in a strong oxidation environment using a solution of sulfuric acid and hydrogen peroxide. The carbonated rinsing solution is again applied, followed by another high pressure application of the cleaning solution and a final rinse with the carbonated rinsing solution.

Abstract: The invention relates to oligoesters obtained by polycondensation ofa) from 40 to 52 mol %, preferably from 45 to 50 mol %, of one or more dicarboxylic acids or esters thereof,b) from 10 to 40 mol %, preferably from 20 to 35 mol %, of ethylene glycol and/or propylene glycol,c) from 3 to 20 mol %, preferably from 10 to 15 mol %, of polyethylene glycol,d) from 0.5 to 10 mol %, preferably from 1 to 7.5 mol %, of a water-soluble addition product of from 5 to 80 mol of an alkylene oxide with 1 mol of C.sub.1 -C.sub.24 -alcohols, C.sub.6 -C.sub.18 -alkylphenols or C.sub.8 -C.sub.24 -alkylamines ande) from 0.4 to 10 mol %, preferably from 0.5 to 8 mol %, of one or more polyols having from 3 to 6 hydroxyl groups.These oligoesters are used as soil release polymers in detergents.

Abstract: A method of cleaning a power cable having a semi-conductive layer includes wiping the semi-conductive layer with a cleaning solution comprising a brominated hydrocarbon selected from the group consisting of n-propyl bromide and isopropyl bromide to remove at least a portion of the semi-conductive layer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous composition for reducing malodor impression. The composition comprises from about 0.01% to about 1%, by weight of the composition, of perfume. Optionally, but preferably, the composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition of, water-soluble cyclodextrin, from about 0.1% to about 10%, by weight of the composition, of water-soluble metallic salt, from about 0% to about 3%, by weight of the composition, of solubilizing aid. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric and contains less than about 5%, by weight of the composition of low molecular weight monohydric alcohols.

Abstract: Magnetic powder and substrate material are separately recovered from finely chopped wastes of magnetic recording media consisting of a polymeric substrate and a magnetic layer present thereon in which finely divided magnetic powder is dispersed in crosslinked or uncrosslinked polymeric binder by treating the finely chopped wastes of magnetic recording media in a solution consisting of the potassium salt of a polyunsaturated fatty acid, or a biodegradable cleaning agent comprising phosphates, surfactants and a complexing agent, and one or more organic solvents or water while being subjected to mechanical action, and separately removing the magnetic powder from the substrate material by washing or sedimentation or in a magnetic separator.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel method (300) for cleaning sponge or porous polymeric devices, e.g., scrubbing brush. The method includes a step of providing (302) (332) a porous polymeric member, which has an outer surface and may also include inner surfaces. The member also has a plurality of impurities (e.g., ions, particles) distributed on the surface and through the member. These impurities can be introduced into the member through the manufacturing process, which is commonly "dirty" and does not provide substantially clean polymeric materials. In some embodiments, the impurities are a by-product of the manufacturing process. To clean the member, it is subjected to a wash cycle (330). The wash cycle can be performed by a washing-type machine, as well as other types of apparatus. The wash cycle can include at least one or more treatments to remove selected impurities from the member. The treatments include washes using an acid (339), a base (341), a solvent (337), and other chemicals.

Abstract: The present invention provides water-soluble, extended-release chemical formulations, in tablet form, for urine pretreatment, that require minimal, if any, use of a binder component, yet are non-dusting, pliable, structurally strong, and not weakened by exposure to aqueous streams. The present invention also provides a simple and reliable method for controlled dispensing of such tableted formulations into a liquid stream that is particularly advantageous for use in micro-gravity environments, such as spacecraft urinal systems.

Abstract: A process for the removal of poly(arylene sulfide) based deposits from an article by contacting said poly(arylene sulfide) based deposits with a polar aprotic compound, a base, an organosulfur compound having the formula:R.sub.1 --S--S--R.sub.2,wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are hydrocarbon radicals having from 1 to 50 carbon atoms per radical, and optionally, a halogenated aromatic compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous composition for reducing malodor impression. The composition comprises from about 0.01% to about 1%, by weight of the composition, of perfume wherein the perfume preferably comprises ingredients having a Clog P of 3 or smaller. Optionally, but preferably, the composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition of, water-soluble cyclodextrin, from about 0.1% to about 10%, by weight of the composition, of water-soluble metallic salt, from about 0% to about 3%, by weight of the composition, of solubilizing aid. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric and contains less than about 5%, by weight of the composition of low molecular weight monohydric alcohols.

Abstract: Process for stainless steel pickling consisting in placing the material to be treated in a bath kept at a temperature ranging from 30.degree. C. to 70.degree. C. and containing:a) HClb) Fe.sup.3+c) HFd) emulsifiers, wetting agents, polishing agents, acid attack inhibitors;the bath being fed continuously with:an air flow equal to at least 3 m.sup.3 /h per m.sup.3 bath min. and an oxidizer quantity adjusted to the bath redox potential to be kept at 250 mV min.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions effective for the cleansing of mammalian bones and particularly the removal of bone marrow and like blood deposits therefrom. The compositions are composed of an aqueous solution containing as its essential ingredients a detergent having a functionality of the nature of a polyoxyethylene-23-lauryl ether, a detergent having a functionality of the nature of oxyethylated alkylphenol, and water, where the compositions are free from any membrane stabilizers. The detergent having a functionality of the nature of a lauryl ether and the detergent having a functionality of the nature of oxyethylated alkylphenol are present in a weight percent ratio of about 1.65:1.

Abstract: A foamed glass article for preparing surfaces, the use therefor, and a method of making same are provided. The foamed glass article is in the form of a block, disk or similar product, and is used for preparing surfaces such as by sanding, rubbing and scraping the same to clean, abrade, polish, smooth, or the like such a surface. The foamed glass article is formed from a starting mixture that comprised glass, 0.10-20% by weight of at least one non-carbon/sulfate based foaming agent, and optionally an additional abrasive material. A mixture of powdered glass and non-carbon/sulfate based foaming agent can be placed in a mold and heated so that the mixture sinters and subsequently foams. Thereafter, the foamed mixture is annealed.

Abstract: Sheets capable of developing a positive electostatic charge are used for a variety of surface cleaning operations. Polyester fabric, non-woven and chemically bonded with an acrylic latex is used to dust surfaces, to clean clothes, furniture and carpets. A light solvent such as isopropanol can be used with the sheets to loosen gummy soils. In one mode, the sheets are used in a hot air clothes dryer to remove soils and detritus from garments. Processes for cleaning a variety of fabric and hard surfaces are conducted using the sheets.

Abstract: A method for removing a scuff mark from a shoe surface made from a synthetic material comprises the steps of: applying a fingernail polish remover composition to the shoe surface with a cotton ball; rubbing the composition into the surface; and removing the scuff mark and the composition from the surface. The composition may consist essentially of acetone; water; glycerin; diglycerol; and gelatin. The composition may alternately consist essentially of ethyl acetate; isopropyl alcohol; water; benzophenone 1; isopropyl myristate; butyl acetate; and mineral salts containing sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, chloride, bromide, iodide, sulfate, and carbonate. Still further, the composition may alternately consist essentially of other nail polish remover compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of pickling or surface treating a metal in an aqueous solution containing nitric acid wherein hydrogen peroxide is supplied to decrease the formation of nitrous fumes. At least a portion of the hydrogen peroxide is supplied by spraying or flushing an aqueous solution thereof directly on the metal through one or several separate nozzles (18a, 18b, 19a, 19b).

Abstract: A powder blend of 95% Sodium metasilicate anhydrous and 5% sodium lauroyl sarcosinate which is hygroscopic. The mixture is formulated for effective use when 11.25 ounces are dissolved in one gallon of water or diluted up to six gallons of water. The constituent powders are added to the drum at their mixture ratio of 95% sodium metasilicate and 5% sodium lauroyl sarcosinate which will form the blend. The drum is resealed with the processing lid trapping only low moisture air inside. The drum is relocated to the blending machine which rolls and tilts the drum for blending for 30 minutes at 16 rpm, which ensures complete and uniform blending of the 2 constituent powders. Next, the drum is removed from the blending machine, and the processing drum lid is removed in the process room ensuring low moisture exposure. A filling lid is installed which includes an auger feed, and the drum is rotated and placed in the filling stand. An air motor is attached to the auger.

Abstract: An oxidizer, preferably hydrogen peroxide, is used for cleaning the finger holes in a bowling ball and for cleaning the inserts which are placed in those holes. The hydrogen peroxide is preferably provided as part of a solution which is substantially similar to a "hair neutralizer". However a simple hydrogen peroxide 3% solution can be used, where about 3% of the solution is hydrogen peroxide and about 97% of the solution is water, by weight. In this simple 3% solution, the only other chemical, other than water and hydrogen peroxide, which may in one embodiment be provided, is a stabilizer, in typically a small percentage. The hydrogen peroxide solution can be placed or soaked onto a towlette. The towlette should be placed in a sealed plastic packet to prevent it from drying out. The hydrogen peroxide solution can then be applied to cleaning the holes in bowling balls and the inserts in bowling balls, and can also be applied to known uses such as an antiseptic to be applied to skin.

Abstract: A cleaning additive containing (a) from about 8 to about 16% by weight of a nonionic sugar surfactant selected from the group consisting of alkyl glucose esters, aldobionamides, gluconamides, glyceramides, glyceroglycolipids, polyhydroxy fatty acid amides, an alkyl polyglycoside of formula I:R.sub.1 O(R.sub.2 O).sub.b (Z).sub.a Iwherein R.sub.1 is a monovalent organic radical having from about 6 to about 30 carbon atoms; R.sub.2 is divalent alkylene radical having from 2 to 4 carbon atoms; Z is a saccharide residue having 5 or 6 carbon atoms; b is a number having a value from 0 to about 12; a is a number having a value from 1 to about 6, and mixtures thereof; (b) from about 3 to about 7% by weight of a C.sub.8 -C.sub.16 quaternary ammonium salt; and (c) remainder water, all weights being based on the weight of the additive.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations and methods for preventing surfaces of natural or mineral materials or cementitious products from becoming slippery, especially when wet. The formulations comprise a non-fluorine-containing acid; a fluorine-containing compound, hydrogen sulfate or acetic acid; and a surfactant. Also disclosed are novel cleaning agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides water-soluble, extended-release chemical formulations, in tablet form, for urine pretreatment, that require minimal, if any, use of a binder component, yet are non-dusting, pliable, structurally strong, and not weakened by exposure to aqueous streams. The present invention also provides a simple and reliable method for controlled dispensing of such tableted formulations into a liquid stream that is particularly advantageous for use in micro-gravity environments, such as spacecraft urinal systems.

Abstract: A descalant means, comprising L.sub.E structured liquid crystals which when placed close to, or into a liquid stream, cause the formation of microscopic liquid crystalline structures, which act as nucleation sites for the formation of crystal structures of normally liquid-soluble or insoluble salts, and other suspended particles, these crystalline structures being chemically stable and causing a large reduction in the scaling potential of the liquid, thereby avoiding scale buildup on metal or other containment surfaces and also initiating descaling of surfaces already containing scale buildup. Furthermore, said means will reduce the amount of detergents, soaps, surfactants and polymers required in washing and other forms of water use.

Abstract: A citrus scented cosmetic is described wherein citrus water distillate is substituted for some or all of the distilled and/or deionized water typically used as an ingredient in the cosmetic. Citrus water distillate is an economical, environmentally-friendly source of purified "soft" water which imparts a natural citrus odor to the cosmetic.

Abstract: Process for stainless steel pickling consisting in placing the material to be treated in a bath kept at a temperature ranging from 30.degree. C. to 70.degree. C. and containing:a) H.sub.2 SO.sub.4b) Fe.sup.3+c) HFd) emulsifiers, wetting agents, polishing agents, acid attack inhibitors;the bath being kept under agitation with:an air flow and continuously fed with a quantity of oxidizing agent adjusted to the bath redox potential to be kept at 250 mV min.

Abstract: An aqueous, biodegradable acid-based cleaner employing a dicarboxylic acid selected from oxalic acid, malonic acid, and tartaric acid and a tricarboxylic acid selected from citric acid and ascorbic acid is disclosed. A method for cleaning a filter used to filter biguanide-treated recreational water is also disclosed.

Abstract: An improvement is described in all purpose cleaning or microemulsion compositions more environmentally friendly, which is especially effective in the removal of oily and greasy soil and having an evidenced grease release effect, contains an anionic detergent, an alkoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a hydrocarbon ingredient, and water.

Abstract: A one-step cleaning and water repellent treatment is provided. An alkaline-stable cleaning solution is mixed with an aqueous solution of alkali metal organosiliconates and applied to porous inorganic surfaces as a one-step cleaning and water repellent treatment. The mixture has been found to be stable and compatible. The one-step cleaning and water repellent treatment functions to simultaneously clean and protect porous inorganic surfaces and, thus, reduces the cost and time necessary to clean and protect such a surface.

Abstract: A cleaning composition containing: (a) from about 3 to about 67% by weight of a sugar surfactant; and (b) from about 1 to about 3% by weight of a C.sub.6 -C.sub.12 linear alcohol ethoxylate, all weights being based on the weight of the concentrate.

Abstract: All purpose cleaning or microemulsion compositions more environmentally friendly, which is especially effective in the removal of a mixture of oil and kaolin soil, contains an analephotropic negatively charged complex, a hydrocarbon ingredient, a cosurfactant, and water.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel cleaning solution for use particularly with automated analyzers used in clinical laboratories and a method of cleaning a surface with the cleaning solution. The solution eliminates problems of cross-contamination of samples due to reagent carryover which can be brought about by an analyzer's probe that dispenses more than one reagent. The solution is particularly suitable for resolving carryover problems in coagulation assays performed with automated systems. The cleaning solution includes a bile salt, an ionic surfactant, sodium ions, and water and has a pH in a range of about 1 to 4.

Abstract: Hydroxamic acids and hydroxamic acid ethers I and II ##STR1## where Z.sup.1 and Z.sup.2 are --NH --OY, --NR.sup.1 --OY or --OX, where in the case of (I) at least one of Z.sup.1 or Z.sup.2, and in the case of (II) Z.sup.1 is --NH --OY or --NR.sup.1 --OY, andR.sup.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl,X is hydrogen, alkali metal, ammonium or substituted ammonium, andY is hydrogen, alkali metal, ammonium, substituted ammonium or C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, andL is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.100 linker which can also carry oxygen and nitrogen functional groups,with the exception of N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-2-aminoacetohydroxamic acid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations and methods for preventing surfaces of natural or mineral materials or cementitious products from becoming slippery, especially when wet. The formulations comprise a non-fluorine-containing acid; a fluorine-containing compound, hydrogen sulfate or acetic acid; and a surfactant.

Abstract: A new set of effective, environmentally safe, nonflammable, low-toxicity refrigerants, solvents, foam blowing agents, propellants, and firefighting agents is disclosed. The agents are clean, electrically nonconductive, and have short atmospheric lifetimes, zero ozone-depletion potential, and low global warming potentials. The agents comprise at least one fluoroiodocarbon agent satisfying the general formula C.sub.a H.sub.b Br.sub.c Cl.sub.d F.sub.e I.sub.f N.sub.g O.sub.h, wherein a is between and including 1 and 8; b is between and including 0 and 2; c, d, g, and h are each between and including 0 and 1; e is between and including 1 and 18; and f is between and including 1 and 2, either neat or mixed with additives selected from the group consisting of: alcohols, esters, ethers, fluoroethers, hydrocarbons, hydrofluorocarbons, and perfluorocarbons.

Abstract: Laundry detergent compositions containing a detergent surfactant, a detergent builder, and from about 0.1% to about 50% by weight ethylene dicysteate or its acid form are disclosed. These compositions provide enhanced removal of organic stains, such as food and beverage stains particularly polyphenolic stains such as wine, blueberry, tea, coffee, morello juice and the like.

Abstract: An aqueous cleaning fluid is provided for retarding electrolysis between dissimilar metals in an electrical circuit and removing contaminates and metal said from electrical conductors. This reduces resistance within the circuit and increases circuit efficiency. The fluid is a complex of naturally occurring essential oils mixed with a surfactant mixture to form a concentrated solution. The concentrated solution is diluted with distilled water and drying agents to levels suitable for application in field operations at or near a job site. The cleaning fluid is applied to conductors within a circuit with a spray bottle. The electrical circuit is taken off line, the conductor surfaces are exposed, and the conductor surfaces are wetted with cleaning fluid until some of the cleaning fluid drips from the conductor surface. Then the circuit is reassembled and the circuit is put on line.