Abstract: Compositions comprising lactams and biosurfactants, suitable for use as antimicrobial, anti-biofilm and bacteriostatic compositions.

Abstract: A rhamnolipid composition including 30% by weight to 70% by weight, of at least one rhamnolipid and 30% by weight to 70% by weight of water, where the percentages by weight refer to the total composition, wherein the pH of the composition at 25° C. is from 5.5 to 7.0. In addition to the foregoing rhamnolipid composition, also set forth is a method to make a solution of rhamnolipids; and salt of at least one rhamnolipid.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions comprising at least one rhamnolipid and at least one siloxane, characterized in that the weight ratio of rhamnolipid to siloxane is from 5,000,000:1 to 100:1, preferably from 500,000:1 to 1000:1, particularly preferably from 25,000:1 to 2500:1. In another embodiment, the invention provides compositions include rhamnolipid in an amount of from 0.5% by weight to 70% by weight, preferably from 2% by weight to 60% by weight, particularly preferably from 3% by weight to 50% by weight, where the percentages by weight refer to the total composition.

Abstract: Organic cleaner/detergent compositions, formulations and solutions, and methods of cleaning using such compositions, formulations and solutions and manufacturing such compositions, formulations and solutions are disclosed. More particularly, compositions; formulations and solutions used for the cleaning and/or cleansing of a variety of industrial, domestic and/or communal hard surfaces, fiber/soft surfaces, including all natural, organic, synthetic and blended fibers, and organic surfaces, including, but not limited to, human skin and hair and animal skin and hair are disclosed. Such compositions, formulations and solutions are useful as laundry detergents, automatic dishwasher detergents, hard surface cleaners, hand soaps, human shampoos, and animal shampoos.

Abstract: A means is suggested for cleaning domestic animal paws, by means of which solid particles can be removed from the domestic animal paws. This consists of a highly viscous modelling mass with a viscosity of 50 000-150 000 mPa·s, preferably of 80-120 mPa·s. This compound is formed from natural polygalactomannans and also 75-95% by weight of bound water and contains a disinfecting solution from the group of saturated monovalent alcohols. Preferably, the compound additionally contains lubricating, anti-inflammatory, disinfecting, antiseptic and regenerative agents. The compound is created such that contaminations can be kneaded into the compound by means of a few kneading movements. For use, the compound (3) is introduced into a container (1) which has a flat recess for accommodating the domestic animal paw cleaning means. The compound is protected from drying out by means of a lid (4), preferably made of a soft plastic, which covers the recess in a positive-fitting manner.

Abstract: Generally, compositions which can be applied to hair, fur or skin of an animal and are useful for reducing, removing or eliminating undesirable materials or odors or parasites (“extraneous matter”) from the hair, fur or skin of the animal. Specifically, compositions which can be applied to hair, fur or skin of an animal and can reduce, remove or eliminate undesirable materials or odors or parasites (“extraneous matter”) from the hair, fur or skin of the animal without a need of a rinse composition.

Abstract: A detergent composition excellent in an antimicrobial activity. Thus, a detergent composition of the present invention is characterized by including: an imidazolinium betaine-based amphoteric surfactant; and 0.5 to 10% by mass of PEG-1 lauryl glycol represented by the following formula (I): wherein, m and n each represent the number of moles of added ethylene oxide and the average of m+n is 1. Also, the detergent composition preferably includes an ingredient having a microstatic effect or microcidal effect selected from divalent glycols, hinokitiol, trichlorocarbanilide, and benzalkonium chloride.

Abstract: Organic cleaner/detergent compositions, formulations and solutions, and methods of cleaning using such compositions, formulations and solutions and manufacturing such compositions, formulations and solutions are disclosed. More particularly, compositions; formulations and solutions used for the cleaning and/or cleansing of a variety of industrial, domestic and/or communal hard surfaces, fiber/soft surfaces, including all natural, organic, synthetic and blended fibers, and organic surfaces, including, but not limited to, human skin and hair and animal skin and hair are disclosed. Such compositions, formulations and solutions are useful as laundry detergents, automatic dishwasher detergents, hard surface cleaners, hand soaps, human shampoos, and animal shampoos.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising a plant material, and methods for using the same in extracting or removing a hydrocarbon-containing substance from a substrate or remediating a substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to semi-rigid gels, methods of manufacture and uses thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising biodegradable abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising biodegradable abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising biodegradable abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising biodegradable abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising biodegradable abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising biodegradable abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present application are directed at a tennis ball for cleaning canine teeth and fighting fetid breath. Embodiments describe a tennis ball coated with a cleaning mixture for cleaning canine teeth and fighting fetid breath. Embodiments herein also describe a process for creating the cleaning mixture and applying the cleaning mixture to the tennis ball. In another embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a dental spray solution. The dental spray solution may be sprayed directly onto the canines teeth, alleviating some of the concerns with respect to the chew toys discussed above. Once the dental spray solution is sprayed on the canine's teeth, the canine may be given a chew toy to assist with scrubbing off stains and tartar. Alternatively, the canine may be given the above disclosed tennis ball after the dental spray solution is applied to assist with scrubbing off stains and tartar.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to rhamnolipid-based formulations to clean, disinfect, deodorize, and act as an antimicrobial and antifungal agent for living and working environments. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of rhamnolipids to create a bio-film when applied to a surface, which prevents the growth of bacteria and fungus. This technique is especially useful to create clean surface areas for medical procedures, chemical testing, during food preparation, as well as for daycare centers and hospitals.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid, cleaning and/or cleansing composition comprising abrasive cleaning particles.

Abstract: The invention relates to a granulated personal care shampoo comprising a shampoo composition comprising at least one surfactant agglomerated with a water-soluble, water-dispersible or water-insoluble solid particulate carrier. Preferably, the shampoo composition additionally contains a conditioner preferably comprising an organopolysiloxane. The granulated shampoo of the invention can dissolve readily with formation of shampoo foam in hot or cold water, and can be perceived as soft in the dry state, free flowing state and providing a pleasant feel on the skin. The granulated shampoo can be packaged in various types of biodegradable packaging such as paper (environmentally more friendly than plastic sachets) to form a stable package which do not deteriorate on storage.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to methods and compositions for clearing and cleaning enteral feeding tubes. More particularly, the composition is an ingestible gel composition that comprises enzymes for degrading buildup in enteral feeding tubes, carrageenan, and divalent metal ions or a source thereof. The carrageenan present in the composition stabilizes the enzymes at room temperatures, allowing for long-term storage of the composition. Upon injecting the gelled composition into the feeding tube, body heat from the patient melts the gel, and the enzymes are released to act on debris present in the feeding tube.

Abstract: A system comprising a moisture containing cleansing article and a visual pH indicator changing color at a pH above 4.0. The system can comprise a buffer, having preferably a pKa above 5.5. The system can comprise a set of instructions for evaluating moisture containing cleansing articles. The pH buffer of the system can have a pKa value equal to or greater than the pH of the color change of the visual pH indicator. The pH of color change of the visual pH indicator can be equal to or greater than the pH of the lotion. The system can be used to evaluate the pH of moisture containing cleansing article lotions and to quantify the ability to neutralize alkalinity such as the alkalinity provided by residues of feces and urine over time on the skin of a baby.

Abstract: A system comprising a moisture containing cleansing article and a visual pH indicator changing color at a pH above 4.0. The system can comprise a buffer, having preferably a pKa above 5.5. The system can comprise a set of instructions for evaluating moisture containing cleansing articles. The pH buffer of the system can have a pKa value equal to or greater than the pH of the color change of the visual pH indicator. The pH of color change of the visual pH indicator can be equal to or greater than the pH of the lotion. The system can be used to evaluate the pH of moisture containing cleansing article lotions and to quantify the ability to neutralize alkalinity such as the alkalinity provided by residues of feces and urine over time on the skin of a baby.

Abstract: The present invention relates to semi-rigid gels, methods of manufacture and uses thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin or surface disinfectant composition with broad spectrum antimicrobial activity comprising one or more essential oil (and/or one or more component thereof) and one or more fruit acid. The compositions of the invention may be used as non-toxic alternatives to conventional disinfectants or may be added to other antimicrobial agents to enhance their activity. The invention provides effective alternatives to harsher products which may be particularly useful in personal care and household products and where children and/or pet exposure may be a concern.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with odor control animal shampoo. Odor control animal shampoos in accordance with this invention comprises a shampoo base to which is added a halo sulfonamide compound. In use the halo sulfonamide compound, as is contained in the shampoo, reacts with odorous nitrogen and sulfur bearing compounds which are contained on the body of a pet. The halo sulfonamide compound reacts with the nitrogen and sulfur compounds to reduce these compounds to a non odorous format. The animal shampoo of this invention are particularly effective in controlling odors which originate on dogs and cats. The halo sulfonamide compound can be present in the shampoo formulation at any effective concentrations. Shampoo formulations which incorporate from about 0.1 to about 5.0 weight percent of a halo sulfonamide compound have been found to be effective. Chloramine-T is a preferred sulfonamide compound for use as an odor control agent in the shampoo formulations of this invention.

Abstract: A rinse-off composition comprising in percent by weight 0.10–10.00 of a dispersion of bismuth oxychloride 3.50–90.00 of a surfactant, 0.001–0.050 of a dye, 3.00–15.00 of an emollient and 10.00–80.00 of water; said dispersion of bismuth oxychloride containing bismuth oxychloride platelet particles having a lateral width of 5–25 microns and a thickness of 20–200 nm, said platelet particles being substantially covered a liquid vehicle and said liquid vehicle being present in an amount sufficient to maintain a stable dispersion and to provide for facile resuspension.

Abstract: A two-part disinfecting systems, as well as disinfecting compositions and methods for making and using the same. The two-part disinfecting system contains a first part and a second part adapted to be mixed to yield an aqueous disinfecting composition, wherein the first part comprises a chlorite and the second part comprises an acid and an optional oxidizable colorant, and wherein the first part, the second part, or both the first and second parts comprise an alpha olefin sulfonate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method, agent and system of treating the hooves of agricultural animals, in particular in the field of livestock breeding, in which an as far as possible uninterrupted foam blanket or foam-like covering is produced on a surface, preferably on the stable floor, and the animals come into contact with the foam blanket or foam-like covering via their hooves during or after foam production.

Abstract: The mastitis control teat dip composition having a visible indicator aspect of the invention provides a softening, soothing, smoothing, relaxing property, a rapid initial kill, a useful highly pseudoplastic rheology, a barrier/film-forming capacity, a unique antimicrobial composition that is stable over an extended period of time, and unexpected long term microbial control when compared to the prior art materials disclosed in patents and used in the marketplace. The indicator aspect provides ease of visually detecting the material on the animal skin and can indicate efficacy of the material. The compositions of the invention are made by combining an aqueous liquid composition containing the visual indicator combined with the organic components which can be combined with a simple aqueous solution of a salt of chlorous acid, preferably an alkali metal chlorite.

Abstract: The invention relates to detergents for removing adherent helminth eggs from the bristles, skin, fur and feathers of live animals.

Abstract: A two-part disinfecting systems, as well as disinfecting compositions and methods for making and using the same. The two-part disinfecting system contains a first part and a second part adapted to be mixed to yield an aqueous disinfecting composition, wherein the first part comprises a chlorite and the second part comprises an acid and an optional oxidizable colorant, and wherein the first part, the second part, or both the first and second parts comprise an alpha olefin sulfonate.

Abstract: A two-pack system for the preparation of peracid compositions for the disinfection, cleaning, and protection of cow's teats before and after milking. A first component of the product comprises an aqueous equilibrated solution of a lower aliphatic peracid and a second component comprises an aqueous solution containing an emollient, food grade fragrance, food grade dye, food grade thickening agent, and alkali buffer. The two packs can be mixed to produce a consistent solution of known quality for reducing disease on cow's teats that is nonirritant, has low odor and/or contains a food grade fragrance and may be colored, thickened, pH buffered, and is effective for at least 24 hours after mixing.

Abstract: A composition is disclosed that comprises at least one soybean oil derived compound and at least one member chosen from the group of drying agent(s), co-solvents and additives. The composition can comprise methyl soyate and d-Limonene.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foaming enzyme composition and delivery method useful for the cleaning and maintenance of moist conditions of the surfaces of soiled instruments, utensils and other devices prior to final cleaning and/or sterilization. The aqueous composition preferably consists of a combination of: (1) an enzyme cleaning solution, (2) foam-building ingredients; (3) a corrosion inhibitor; and (4) an antimicrobial agent. The composition may be dispensed from a pump spray as a stable foam which covers the surfaces of the instrument to be cleaned, and remains on the surface of the instrument for at least 30 minutes, and preferably until the instruments are finally cleaned and sterilized. The composition and delivery method of the present invention is particularly useful for the pre-cleaning of complex medical instruments such as endoscopes.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foaming enzyme composition and delivery method useful for the cleaning and maintenance of moist conditions of the surfaces of soiled instruments, utensils and other devices prior to final cleaning and/or sterilization. The aqueous composition preferably consists of a combination of: (1) an enzyme cleaning solution, (2) foam-building ingredients; (3) a corrosion inhibitor; and (4) an antimicrobial agent. The composition may be dispensed from a pump spray as a stable foam which covers the surfaces of the instrument to be cleaned, and remains on the surface of the instrument for at least 30 minutes, and preferably until the instruments are finally cleaned and sterilized. The composition and delivery method of the present invention is particularly useful for the pre-cleaning of complex medical instruments such as endoscopes.

Abstract: A single-dose solid composition useful for cleaning or treating human or animal hair and having a high disintegration rate in water is disclosed. The composition includes at least one surface active agent selected from the group consisting of an anionic surface active agent and a nonionic surface active agent, an amphoteric product and at least one disintegrating agent. The composition has a disintegration time in an aqueous medium selected from the group consisting of water and aqueous solutions of less than about 5 minutes. The disintegrating agent consists essentially of polyvinylpyrrolidone. A method for making said composition is also disclosed.

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: The invention relates to a cleanser concentrate having the following composition: 0.5-8.0% by weight of at least one C.sub.5 -C.sub.12 -alkyl sulphate salt, 4.0-15.0% by weight of at least one formulation aid, 4.0-10% by weight of at least one alkanolamine, and at least one commercially conventional proteolytic enzyme in an amount of 0.005-0.1 Anson and, if appropriate, conventional acids or bases for pH adjustment, conventional complexing agents and conventional preservatives, remainder, to 100% by weight, water. A process for cleaning surgical instruments has the following steps: applying a 0.5-100% strength aqueous solution of a cleanser concentrate according to one of claims 1-6 which has a pH of 8-9, allowing the solution to act at a temperature of room temperature to 55.degree. C. for a period of 2 s-20 min, rinsing, thermal disinfection, if appropriate.

Abstract: This invention provides a novel pesticide composition having a bicarbonate-containing inorganic salt ingredient which exhibits fungicidal activity, and which enhances the efficacy of a C.sub.8 -C.sub.22 fatty acid insecticidal ingredient for the treatment of agricultural and horticultural plants. An invention pesticide composition also can contain a water-soluble organic compound which functions as a compatibility enhancing agent for the active ingredients, and improves the spreadability and adhesiveness of the composition ingredients when applied to foliage as an aqueous pesticide formulation.

Abstract: The mastitis control teat dip composition having a visible indicator aspect of the invention provides a softening, soothing, smoothing, relaxing property, a rapid initial kill, a useful highly pseudoplastic rheology, a barrier/film-forming capacity, a unique antimicrobial composition that is stable over an extended period of time, and unexpected long term microbial control when compared to the prior art materials disclosed in patents and used in the marketplace. The indicator aspect provides ease of visually detecting the material on the animal skin and can indicate efficacy of the material. The compositions of the invention are made by combining an aqueous liquid composition containing the visual indicator combined with the organic components which can be combined with a simple aqueous solution of a salt of chlorous acid, preferably an alkali metal chlorite.