Abstract: Methodologies and equipment for using a hypochlorite solution to remove menstrual fluid, underarm perspiration or other hard-to-remove stains from soft fabric articles with reduced damage to the fabric articles when compared with popular chlorine bleaches. The soft fabric articles preferably are in white, although the present invention can also be applied to articles in other colors. In one embodiment, the weight concentration ratio of the alkali metal hydroxide over the hypochlorite salt in the hypochlorite solution is no less than 1:12.5. The hypochlorite solution may contain at least 0.2% by weight of sodium hydroxide and/or have a pH of at least 11.8.

Abstract: Aqueous bleach solutions can be made by directing a spray of water onto a bulk or shaped solid (brick, tablet, block, etc.) comprising a continuous solid phase of an encapsulated source of an active halogen bleach or a solid comprising a source of an oxidizing active halogen bleach, and an encapsulated oxidizing halogen bleach source. Such shaped solids can be used to dispense an aqueous bleach concentrate to bleaching locus such as a washing machine.

Abstract: A cleaning composition is provided according to the invention. The cleaning composition includes a product of mixing an acid component, a source of phosphoric acid component, and an oxidant component. The molar ratio of oxidant component to phosphoric acid component is preferably between about 2:1 and about 1:2, and the molar ratio of oxidant component to acid component is preferably between about 1:3 and about 1:5. A method of cleaning an aluminum surface is provided. The method includes a step of applying the cleaning composition to an aluminum surface, and rinsing the cleaning composition from the aluminum surface.

Abstract: An automatic laundry or dishwashing product in unit dose form comprising at least three distinct zones for delivering into at least three different stages in the washing cycle. The product provides improved cleaning, care and finishing benefits.

Abstract: Methodologies and equipment for using a sodium hypochlorite solution to remove menstrial fluid, underarm perspiration or other hard-to-remove stains from soft fabric articles. In one embodiment, the sodium hypochlorite solution contains at least 0.2% by weight of sodium hydroxide. In another embodiment, the sodium hypochlorite solution contains about 0.5–3% by weight of sodium hydroxide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to automatic dishwashing detergent compositions and methods of using compositions comprising halogenated salts, phosphate and/or silicate in conjunction with electrolyzed water in automatic dishwashing appliances comprising an electrochemical cell and/or electrolytic device for treating tableware to improve cleaning, sanitizing and stain removal by controlling hardness, corrosion and dispersancy.

Abstract: A composition is provided comprising two liquids which are separately maintained prior to forming an admixture during delivery to a surface to be treated, whereupon the admixture generates a foam sufficient for cleaning efficacy and stability. A first liquid preferably includes a hypohalite, or a hypohalite generating agent and a second liquid preferably includes a peroxygen agent. The first liquid is thickened to a specified rheology, resulting in the generation of a highly effective foam. As the two liquids are initially separated, the hypohalite generating agent can be maintained in an environment free of peroxygen agent and otherwise conducive to their cleaning activity and stability up to the time of use. When the two liquids are allowed to mix, for example, by simultaneously pouring into a drain, the hypohalite and peroxygen react to liberate oxygen gas. As foam generation occurs, the escaping gas contacts surfactant in the solution, and creates foam which expands to completely fill the drain pipe.

Abstract: A composition is provided comprising two liquids which are separately maintained prior to forming an admixture during delivery to a surface to be treated, whereupon the admixture generates a foam sufficient for cleaning efficacy and stability. A first liquid preferably includes a hypohalite, or a hypohalite generating agent and a second liquid preferably includes a peroxygen agent. The first liquid is thickened to a specified rheology, resulting in the generation of a highly effective foam. As the two liquids are initially separated, the hypohalite generating agent can be maintained in an environment free of peroxygen agent and otherwise conducive to their cleaning activity and stability up to the time of use. When the two liquids are allowed to mix, for example, by simultaneously pouring into a drain, the hypohalite and peroxygen react to liberate oxygen gas. As foam generation occurs, the escaping gas contacts surfactant in the solution, and creates foam which expands to completely fill the drain pipe.

Abstract: Aqueous liquid concentrates for use when diluted as all purpose spray cleaners comprising the following components: A) from about 3 to about 10% by weight of at least one base-catalyzed reaction product comprised of the following reactants: (i) at least one compound of formula I: R1(X)3??(I) ?wherein each X group is a halogen atom or one X group is a halogen atom and two X groups represent an epoxy oxygen atom, which is attached to two adjacent carbon atoms in the R1 group to form an epoxy group, and R1 is an alkanetriyl group containing from 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and (ii) at least one compound having the formula II: R2X(AO)nY??(II) ?wherein R2 is a substituted or unsubstituted, saturated or unsaturated, organic group having from 1 to 36 carbon atoms; X is —O—, —S—, or —NR3— where R3 is hydrogen or a C1-C8 alkyl group; each AO group is independently an ethyleneoxy, 1,2-propyleneoxy, or 1,2-butyleneoxy group, n is a number of from 0 to 200; and Y is hydrogen, or Y can be a mercapto group, an amino gro

Abstract: A cleaning composition including a less than fully ionized source of alkalinity within the cleaning composition, a source of chlorine, and a polar carrier. In at least some embodiments, it has been found that chlorine has an increased level of stability within the cleaning composition relative to a second composition having similar components and a similar level of titratable alkalinity, but that includes a fully ionized source of alkalinity as a sole source of alkalinity. Some other embodiments relate to methods of making, and methods of using such cleaning compositions.

Abstract: A new and improved toilet drain composition and method of using is disclosed for use in disinfecting and decalcifying. The toilet drain composition comprises a phosphoric acid derivative admixed with paradichlorobenzene and a diluent. The phosphoric acid derivative may be at a concentration ranging from 0.0000001 to 25% by weight. The paradichlorobenzene 14 may be at a concentration ranging form 0.0000001 to 25% by weight. The diluent may be at a concentration ranging from 0 to 90% by weight. Optional elements such as, an anionic surfactant, non-ionic surfactant, a dinintegration rate regulator, a complexing agent, a peroxy compound, a filler, a fragment essential oil, a dye, a bleaching agent, and a binder may be added to the toilet drain composition. The phase of the composition may be liquid, solid or semi-solid. One preferred configuration of the semi-solid block shape is that it has a series of nested concentric ridges defining a bull's eye target.

Abstract: The invention relates to a highly alkaline or mildly alkaline detergent composition having enhanced cleaning properties. The detergent combines a source of alkalinity and a blend of nonionic surfactants that enhances cleaning starchy soils. The blend of nonionic surfactants preferably includes an alkyl polyglycoside surfactant and a silicon surfactant having a hydrophobic silicon group and a pendant hydrophilic group. Preferably, the blend of nonionic surfactants includes a surfactant having a hydrophobic group and an ethylene oxide residue containing group and a polymer additive. A method for removing soil from an article is provided.

Abstract: Aqueous bleach solutions can be made by directing a spray of water onto a bulk or shaped solid (brick, tablet, block, etc.) comprising a continuous solid phase of an encapsulated source of an active halogen bleach or a solid comprising a source of an oxidizing active halogen bleach, and an encapsulated oxidizing halogen bleach source. Such shaped solids can be used to dispense an aqueous bleach concentrate to bleaching locus such as a washing machine.

Abstract: A cleaning composition including a less than fully ionized source of alkalinity within the cleaning composition, a source of chlorine, and a polar carrier. In at least some embodiments, it has been found that chlorine has an increased level of stability within the cleaning composition relative to a second composition having similar components and a similar level of titratable alkalinity, but that includes a fully ionized source of alkalinity as a sole source of alkalinity. Some other embodiments relate to methods of making, and methods of using such cleaning compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biocidal composition, designed for the generation of chlorine dioxide, comprising at least one iodo-compound having at least one iodine atom and a source of chlorite ions. The molar ration of chlorite ions to iodine atoms is 2 or greater. The composition finds use in a variety of applications including methods of cleaning, sanitizing, deodorizing, and disinfecting various surfaces.

Abstract: A composition is provided comprising two liquids which are separately maintained prior to forming an admixture during delivery to a surface to be treated, whereupon the admixture generates a foam sufficient for cleaning efficacy and stability. A first liquid preferably includes a hypohalite, or a hypohalite generating agent and a second liquid preferably includes a peroxygen agent. The first liquid is thickened to a specified rheology, resulting in the generation of a highly effective foam. As the two liquids are initially separated, the hypohalite generating agent can be maintained in an environment free of peroxygen agent and otherwise conducive to their cleaning activity and stability up to the time of use. When the two liquids are allowed to mix, for example, by simultaneously pouring into a drain, the hypohalite and peroxygen react to liberate oxygen gas. As foam generation occurs, the escaping gas contacts surfactant in the solution, and creates foam which expands to completely fill the drain pipe.

Abstract: The invention relates to a highly alkaline or mildly alkaline detergent composition having enhanced cleaning properties. The detergent combines a source of alkalinity and a blend of nonionic surfactants that enhances cleaning starchy soils. The blend of nonionic surfactants preferably includes an alkyl polyglycoside surfactant and a silicon surfactant having a hydrophobic silicon group and a pendant hydrophilic group. Preferably, the blend of nonionic surfactants includes a surfactant having a hydrophobic group and an ethylene oxide residue containing group and a polymer additive. A method for removing soil from an article is provided.

Abstract: There is provided a method of delivering a benefit agent whereby a benefit agent is first loaded to a surface and subsequently unloaded and transferred and delivered to a second surface. More in particular, the benefit agent is first loaded onto a garment during a laundering process, and subsequently delivered to another surface. The benefit agents can be fragrance agents, perfumes, colour enhancers, fabric softening agents, polymeric lubricants, photoprotective agents, latexes, resins, dye fixative agents, encapsulated materials, antioxidants, insecticides, soil repelling agents, soil release agents, and cellulose fibers.

Abstract: An aqueous cleaning composition fluid foam containing an alkali metal hypochlorite has a particular combination of precursor solution relative viscosity, foam syneresis value, foam horizontal thickness half-life and foam vertical wall clingability, and compared to known hypochlorite-containing cleaning compositions, provides superior cleaning of stubborn mildew, normally without scrubbing. The cleaning composition fluid foam is produced by vigorous agitation of an aqueous hypochlorite solution containing an alkaline builder and a surfactant in the presence of a gas, or by injection of a pressurized propellant into an aerosol dispenser containing such solution and then passing the solution/propellant mix through a mechanical break-up actuator in the valve assembly of the aerosol dispenser.

Abstract: An aqueous cleaning composition for the removal of mould and mildew is provided. The composition includes a water soluble source of chlorine, a surfactant, chitosan and water and has improved anti-fungal activity.

Abstract: Solid automatic dishwasher detergent tablets have a chlorine source to most preferably provide 0.5 to 5 percent available chlorine; and a chlorine stability enhancing effective amount of preferably between about 0.5 to about 10 percent by weight of one or more nonionic surfactants having the following structure: R—(AO1)x(AO2)y—OR′ wherein: R is a C6-C18 alkyl group, AO1 represents propylene oxide or a mixture of propylene oxide and other alkylene oxides, AO2 represents ethylene oxide or a mixture of ethylene oxide and other alkylene oxides, R′ is an alkyl, arylalkyl, or benzalkyl group with 1 to about 10 carbon atoms, x is 2-20, y is 0-20, and the sum of x plus y is 5 or greater. The nonionic surfactant imparts improved chlorine stability to the tablet such that greater than 80 percent of the chlorine in the tablet remains active for eight weeks when the tablet is stored at 120° F.

Abstract: A method of delivering a benefit agent to a selected area of a fabric for exerting a predetermined activity, wherein the area is pre-treated with a multi-specific binding molecule which has a high binding affinity to said area through one specificity and is capable of binding to said benefit agent through another specificity, followed by contacting said pre-treated area with said benefit agent, to enhance said pre-determined activity to said area. Preferably, the binding molecule is an antibody or fragment thereof, or a fusion protein comprising a cellulose binding domain and a domain having a high binding affinity to another ligand which is directed to said benefit agent. The method is useful for stain removal, perfume delivery, and treating collars and cuffs for wear.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a preparation for cleaning tooth root surfaces and surrounding tissue (periodontal pockets). The preparation is a two-component liquid of the type that has previously been used for chemical-mechanical treatment of carious lesion. The active component in the liquid is a hypochlorite, preferably sodium hypochlorite, and the other component in the liquid is a component which reduces the aggressiveness of the hypochlorite on healthy tissue and which also increases the viscosity of the liquid. The preparation is applied on the tooth root surface in question by means of a brush or an applicator instrument. After 10-15 seconds the root surface is cleaned by means of a scraping instrument.

Abstract: A method of delivering a benefit agent to fabric for exerting a pre-determined activity, wherein the fabric is pre-treated with a multi-specific binding molecule which has a high binding affinity to the fabric through one specificity and is capable of binding to the benefit agent through another specificity, followed by contacting the pre-treated fabric with the benefit agent, to enhance the pre-determined activity to the fabric. Preferably, the binding molecule is an antibody or fragment thereof, or a fusion protein comprising a cellulose binding domain and a domain having a high binding affinity to another ligand which is directed to said benefit agent. The method is useful for example for stain removal, perfume delivery, and treating collars and cuffs for wear.

Abstract: An aqueous composition suitable for use as a high-retention sanitizer, especially on irregular and/or non-horizontal surfaces and surfaces on which water does not readily spread, a method for sanitizing a surface using the composition, and kits comprising components of the composition. The composition contains an organic peracid, preferably peracetic acid, or other antimicrobial agent, and a retention aid. The retention aid preferably is provided as a concentrate for admixture with the antimicrobial agent at point of use and comprises a mixture of a non-ionic surfactant, an ionic surfactant, and optionally a water-soluble magnesium ion source; or a mixture of a biopolymer thickening agent and at least one surfactant, and optionally a water-soluble magnesium ion source.

Abstract: The present invention relates to liquid hypohalite bleach-containing compositions which comprise an alkyl ethoxy sulphate having a low number of moles of ethoxy groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to a preparation for chemical-mechanical treatment of caries by means of a caries-dissolving two-component liquid. One of the components is an active, caries dissolving component and the other a component which reduces the aggressiveness of the active component to mucous membranes. The active component is a chloride compound comprising active chlorine, i.e. chlorine having a charge state of +1, Cl(+1), which chloride has a somewhat lower reactivity than sodium hypochlorite and then also a somewhat reduced dissolving effect on the carious substance.

Abstract: A new chromotropic compound, compositions containing such a compound and methods of using such compound, such as in a test method for identifying the presence of free radicals, are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cleaning compositions which comprise the insect repellent ethyl 3-(N-butylacetamino)propionate and the use of this insect repellent in all types of cleaning compositions for repelling insects. This invention furthermore relates to a method for cleaning and for simultaneously repelling insects in which cleaning compositions comprising ethyl 3-(N-butylacetamino)propionate are used.

Abstract: In a method and an apparatus for generating a portable sterilizing water that can be easily used at, for example, hospitals, cafeterias of nursing facilities, restaurants, hair salons or homes, an electrolyzer is structured such that a tubular-shaped ferrite anode and a cathode are arranged alternately in a concentric manner with an inter-electrode distance, and integrated with a pressurizable solution container containing halogen ions and a power control apparatus so that it can be carried and operated by one hand.

Abstract: A water soluble container having disposed therein a powdered cleaning composition containing at least one nonionic surfactant, a perfume and an anionic surfactant.

Abstract: An antimicrobial and antiviral composition in powder form or in the form of a two part liquid concentrate for washing and sanitizing foods, food surfaces, food ware, process waters, animal quarters, and animal carcasses is described. The composition may also be used to reduce the microbial and viral population on animals; reducing human pathogenic microbes, reducing opportunistic pathogenic microbes on eggs, and treating skin diseases. The composition includes three reactive species which in solution form an oxidizing species, and optionally a food grade acid source. The reactive species include a natural source of a quaternary or protonizable nitrogen compound which is acceptable on foods, an oxidant and a halide source.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bleaching compositions comprising a hypohalite bleach, a borate or boric acid or mixture thereof, and a tertiary alcohol and/or a polyalcohol. These bleaching compositions exhibit excellent fabric yellowing-prevention performance and/or fabric safety.

Abstract: A cleaning composition is provided according to the invention. The cleaning composition includes a product of mixing an acid component, a source of phosphoric acid component, and an oxidant component. The molar ratio of oxidant component to phosphoric acid component is preferably between about 2:1 and about 1:2, and the molar ratio of oxidant component to acid component is preferably between about 1:3 and about 1:5. A method of cleaning an aluminum surface is provided. The method includes a step of applying the cleaning composition to an aluminum surface, and rinsing the cleaning composition from the aluminum surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bleach cleaner composition which exhibits excellent bleach cleaning power to the fungi on resin parts and yet ensures excellent storage stability of a hypochlorite at a high temperature. The bleach cleaner composition is a liquid bleach cleaner composition containing (a) an alkali metal salt of hypochlorous acid, (b) a quaternary ammonium salt surfactant having a C8-10 long chain alkyl, (c) at least one selected from cumenesulfonic acid, xylenesulfonic acid, toluenesulfonic acid, and alkali metal salts thereof, (d) an alkali metal hydroxide and and water. It may further comprise (e) an amphoteric surfactant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a two-component preparation for chemical-mechanical treatment of caries. The inventive preparation consists of a two-components: a first component comprising active chlorine; and a second component comprising a non-acidic amine, a gelling agent such as carboxymethylcellulose, and a dye agent, such as erythrosin, that interacts with carious material.

Abstract: A granular detergent composition containing a secondary (2,3) alkyl sulfate surfactant and a bleach/bleach activator system which has improved cleaning performance is provided. The detergent composition comprises: (a) from about 1% to about 40% of a secondary (2,3) alkyl sulfate surfactant; (b) from about 0.005% to about 5% of an enzyme; (c) from about 0.5% to about 20% of a peroxygen bleaching agent; and (d) from about 0.5% to about 20% of a bleach activator. The peroxygen bleaching compound and the bleach activator are in a molar ratio from about 1:1 to about 9:1. The detergent composition is stable, exhibits superior cleaning and contains a more biodegradable surfactant.

Abstract: A process for cleaning textile fabric without the need for conventional detergent systems comprising agitating the fabric in a composition comprising at least two immiscible liquids, for example, perchloroethylene or petroleum ether and water, having at least one liquid-liquid interface with an interfacial tension of at least 5 mN/m, preferably at least 10 mN/m, and where the concentration of the most polar liquid in the composition is from 10 to 90% by volume.

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: Automatic dishwashing detergent compositions comprising a mixed surfactant system comprising low cloud point nonionic surfactant and charged surfactant selected from anionic surfactants, zwitterionic surfactants, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of liquid or gel detergents. More specifically, the invention relates to a method for removing stains and/or odors and for disinfecting plastics, and other substrates by applying a liquid or gel detergent composition to the substrate and subjecting the substrate to microwaves. This method provides enhanced cleaning and improved stain removal on plastics, and other substrates. These cleaning compositions include a bleaching agent, preferably diacyl peroxide in a liquid or gel detergent formulation. These compositions in combination with the method of microwaving are also very effective in disinfecting and deodorizing substrates.

Abstract: Detergents, cleaning compositions and disinfectants comprising a chlorine-active substances and fatty acid alkyl ester ethoxylates Detergents, cleaning compositions and disinfectants comprising a chlorine-active substance and a fatty acid alkyl ester ethoxylate of the formula RO(CH2CH2O)nCOR1 in which R is C1-C4-alkyl, R1 is C5-C22-alkyl or C5-C22-alkenyl, and n is a number from 1 to 30.

Abstract: The present invention provides an abrasive-free cleaning composition which includes, in aqueous solution, a bleach, a colloidal thickener, and a source of divalent ionic calcium. The composition further includes at least one surfactant which is effective to provide cleaning activity and, in association with the colloidal thickener, thickening. The composition also includes an electrolyte/buffer which is effective to promote an environment in which the thickener and the surfactant associate to provide proper thickening. The inventive cleaning composition, with its ionic calcium source, has desirable viscosity and rheological properties, and demonstrates significant viscosity stability, rheological stability, phase stability and bleach stability. The cleaning composition maintains these desirable properties under typical storage conditions as well as over extended times and at elevated temperatures.

Abstract: A solid lavatory cleansing composition comprises: (i) a halogen-release agent containing at least 30 mole % of active halogen; (ii) a substantially non-oxidizable, substantially anhydrous surfactant component; and (iii) a substantially non-oxidizable solubility retardant agent.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a stable fragrant bleaching block which comprises (a) a bleaching agent having a reduction potential from about −0.7 v to about +0.4 v and (b) an organoleptic effective amount of a fragrant agent which (i) is stable to the bleaching agent, (ii) does not decompose the bleaching agent, and (iii) is not substantially hygroscopic. This invention also pertains to methods for making and employing the stable fragranced bleaching block.

Abstract: A powdered abrasive cleanser that exhibits superior soil removal properties and surface safety is provided. The cleanser includes a surfactant, an optional source of active chlorine, a borax pentahydrate compound that is preferably sodium tetraborate pentahydrate, and optionally an alkaline detergent builder and/or calcium carbonate.

Abstract: A pink colored automatic dishwasher detergent composition is formulated as a gel-like aqueous product of exceptionally good physical stability, low bottle residue, low cup leakage, red color stability and improved cleaning performance. Linear viscoelasticity and pseudoplastic behavior is attributed by incorporation of cross-linked high molecular weight polyacrylic acid type thickener.

Abstract: An active chlorine composition is presented containing an active chlorine and an optical brightener, where the optical brightener is in the form of a microcapsule. The microcapsules are stable in the active chlorine composition and do not undergo decomposition or sedimentation.

Abstract: Fully diluted hard surface cleaners are disclosed which are particularly effective on cleaning soap scum. The cleaners contain at least 0.45 eq/kg of a dissolved anion which reacts with calcium ion to form an insoluble salt. The cleaners also contain a particular amine oxide, or a different surfactant in conjunction with a solvent. Preferred embodiments include a bleach, which provide for a cleaner which is effective on soap scum and mold and mildew.

Abstract: Describes a stabilized trans-1,2-dichloroethylene composition having a low concentration of aliphatic aldehyde hydrazone, optionally in combination with an epoxide. The aliphatic aldehyde hydrazone was found to be more efficient than commercially used hydroquinone monomethylether (HQMME) in preventing the isomeric transformation of trans-1,2-dichloroethylene to cis-1,2-dichloroethylene during storage. Also described is a process for cleaning the surface of an article with the stabilized 1,2-dichloroethylene composition.