Abstract: Compositions, preferably cleaning compositions, containing at least one component which is corrosive by nature and present at a level to render the compositions corrosive, are provided with reduced corrosivity by increasing the viscosity of the compositions. Reduction in corrosivity of the compositions is provided to a degree so that the compositions are classified as non-corrosive under EPA or OECD/GHS regulations and do not have to be stored in and dispensed from child-resistant packaging and do not require regulated hazard warning labeling.

Abstract: A self-sticking disintegrating cleansing block to be attached directly to a wall of a toilet bowl or urinal, above the water-line and in the stream of flush water, by pressing the cleansing block to the wall. The cleaning block includes 25% to 99% of a solid surfactant, and 1% to 25% of a liquid component. The cleansing block may include a substrate removably attached to a surface of the cleansing block. In use, the substrate is removed from the cleansing block and the exposed surface of the cleansing block is pressed to a surface in a position above any waterline that is contacted by a rinse liquid that disintegrates the cleansing block. Rinse liquid is then allowed to contact the cleansing block such that an amount of the cleansing block is mixed with rinse fluid to clean the surface or a liquid reservoir adjacent the surface.

Abstract: A rifle bore cleaning mixture of 2.4 by volume of Sweet's to 1 of Kroil to produce an approximate compound that is 70% by volume of Sweet's and 30% by volume of Kroil without combining any further additives with the mixture.

Abstract: A method of removing metallic copper from a steel surface defining a bore or cylinder of a gun is provided. The method involves contacting the surface with a composition comprising a polyphosphonic acid, a hydroxyl-substituted primary amine, and water.

Abstract: A rifle bore cleaning mixture of 2.4 by volume of Sweet's to 1 of Kroil to produce an approximate compound that is 70% by volume of Sweet's and 30% by volume of Kroil without combining any further additives with the mixture.

Abstract: A cleaning agent, a composition including the agent, and methods of forming and using the agent and composition are disclosed. The agent is formed by combining an organic acid and an amine in the presence in a base to form a compound for chelating copper ions. The composition optionally includes diluents, surfactants, sequestering agents, corrosion inhibitors and/or thickening agents.

Abstract: A composition for removing copper from a surface comprises a polyphosphonic acid, a primary amine, and water. Optionally, the composition may also comprise a dialkanolamine and/or a trialkanolamine, a degreaser, and/or a surfactant. The pH of the composition is between 9.0 and 12.5. The method of removing copper from a surface, which may be a gun bore, involves contacting the surface with the composition.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses a lavatory bowl rim-block dispensing a solution comprising a silicone polymer and a chelant onto a lavatory bowl surface.

Abstract: This invention relates to a cleaning and lubricating solution for guns, gun bores, cartridges, and gun parts, and more especially for black powder guns, gun bores, cartridges, and gun parts. The solution is used to clean dirt and debris from the bores and other parts of black powder firearms and accessories. The solution cleans the bore and the residual material forms a protective coating or film of a light lubricating oil.

Abstract: This invention relates to a cleaning and lubricating solution for guns, gun bores, cartridges, and gun parts, and more especially for black powder guns, gun bores, cartridges, and gun parts. The solution is used to clean dirt and debris from the bores and other parts of black powder firearms and accessories. The solution cleans the bore and the residual material forms a protective coating or film of a light lubricating oil.

Abstract: A cleaning oil which is effective in removing dirt and soot from sooty surfaces such as artillery and gun barrels without causing corrosion and toxicity. The oil is produced by frying raw animal bones with used cooking oil until the bones become brown, and the oil becomes thick. The bone is then discarded, and the residual oil filtered and deodorised.

Abstract: A viscous firearm gel cleaner that includes an organic cleaning agent such as terpene, terpene derivatives, terpenoids, terpenoid derivatives, turpentine and/or turpentine derivatives. The organic solvent includes substantially no petroleum distillates. The cleaner includes non-ionic and ionic surfactants to enhance the usability and effectiveness of the cleaner. The cleaner can also include an amine cleaning agent, a scent agent, a rust and/or corrosion inhibitor, a thickener, and/or a biocide. The cleaner removes grease, oil, carbon, plastic wad fouling and metal residues that can foul firearms. The cleaner is a water soluble, non-flammable, biodegradable cleaner. The cleaner is especially useful for cleaning outdoor sporting equipment such as firearms.

Abstract: A viscous firearm gel cleaner that includes an organic cleaning agent such as terpene, terpene derivatives, terpenoids, terpenoid derivatives, turpentine and/or turpentine derivatives. The organic solvent includes substantially no petroleum distillates. The cleaner includes non-ionic and ionic surfactants to enhance the usability and effectiveness of the cleaner. The cleaner can also include an amine cleaning agent, a scent agent, a rust and/or corrosion inhibitor, a thickener, and/or a biocide. The cleaner removes grease, oil, carbon, plastic wad fouling and metal residues that can foul firearms. The cleaner is a water soluble, non-flammable, biodegradable cleaner. The cleaner is especially useful for cleaning outdoor sporting equipment such as firearms.

Abstract: A firearm bore cleaning agent and method are provided for detaching fouling residue from a bore of a firearm. The fouling residue includes carbon and metal residue, such as copper and lead, and the carbon residue acts to bond the metal residue to the bore. The firearm cleaning agent comprises the combination of a hydrocarbon solvent, such as butyl or amyl lactate, and an electrical neutralizing agent, such as hydrocarbon citrus distillate. The hydrocarbon solvent is configured to detach the metal residue from the bore by dissolving the carbon residue and the electrical neutralizing agent is configured to bond with positive ions of the metal residue to prevent the metal residue from rebonding to the bore.

Abstract: A firearm bore cleaning agent and method are provided for detaching fouling residue from a bore of a firearm. The fouling residue includes carbon and metal residue, such as copper and lead, and the carbon residue acts to bond the metal residue to the bore. The firearm cleaning agent comprises the combination of a hydrocarbon solvent, such as butyl or amyl lactate, and an electrical neutralizing agent, such as hydrocarbon citrus distillate. The hydrocarbon solvent is configured to detach the metal residue from the bore by dissolving the carbon residue and the electrical neutralizing agent is configured to bond with positive ions of the metal residue to prevent the metal residue from rebonding to the bore.

Abstract: A liquid composition useful for selective dissolution of soft metal is disclosed. The composition comprises an organic nitrocompound and a carboxylic acid. The organic nitrocompound, upon exposure to the soft metal, oxidizes the soft metal to form a first soft metal salt. The carboxylic acid, upon exposure to the soft metal salt, react with the first soft metal salt to form a second soft metal salt that is soluble in the composition. Related methods are also disclosed.