Abstract: Structuring systems, specifically thread-like structuring systems and/or disk-like structuring systems wherein structuring agents aggregate together to form disk-like structures that can interact with other disk-like structures to result in a structuring system, and processes for making such structuring systems, stabilized liquid compositions comprising such structuring systems, systems that utilize such structuring systems for stabilizing liquid compositions, and methods for utilizing the stabilized liquid compositions to provide a benefit, are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a liquid pine oil cleaning composition containing: A) water; B) about 5-20% by weight of pine oil; C) about 2-10% by weight of an organic solubilizer distinct from said pine oil; D) about 0.1-5% by weight of an alkalinity agent; E) about 0.1-15% by weight of an anionic surfactant; F) about 0.01 to about 2% by weight by weight of a cationic surfactant comprising a quaternary ammonium salt represented by the formula wherein R9 and R10 are independently a hydrogen or a C1-3 alkyl group; R11 is a C8-C18 alkyl group; and R12 is a C1-3 alkyl group or an ethoxylate group represented by the formula —(CH2CH2O)yH, wherein y is a number from 1 to 3; and X− is a halide ion or a methosulfate, and G) about 0.1 to 10% by weight of a nonionic surfactant comprising an alcohol alkoxylate. Also disclosed is a method for cleaning a hard surface comprising contacting the hard surface in need of cleaning with the aforementioned pine oil cleaning composition.

Abstract: Methods of treating an inanimate object or inanimate surface which has malodor impression to reduce the malodor impression comprise the step of contacting the inanimate object or inanimate surface with an effective amount of a composition for reducing malodor impression comprising: (a) from about 0.1% to about 1%, by weight of the composition, of perfume; (b) from about 0.1% to about 10%, by weight of the composition, of metallic salt; (c) optionally, solubilizing aid; and (d) aqueous carrier. The compositions used in the methods are essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric. The inanimate surface treated via the present methods is preferably fabric.

Abstract: A method of improving the storage stability and broadening the pH stability of an aqueous solution containing a water soluble organosilane is disclosed. The method comprises including within the solution an amount of a saccharide surface active agent selected from the group consisting of alkyl saccharides and alkenyl-saccharides, wherein the amount of saccharide surface active agent is effective to improve the storage stability of and to broaden the pH stability of the resulting solution.

Abstract: A liquid dishwashing detergent composition having improved glassware protection when employed in conjunction with cleaning materials having high concentrations of alkaline materials. The composition contains a soluble organic zinc compound which preferably is zinc gluconate and is particularly suited to fast cycle commercial (I&I) dishwashers. The zinc gluconate is prepared in situ or zinc and gluconic ions are provided in a batching process.

Abstract: An antibacterial liquid dish cleaning composition with desirable cleansing properties comprising a C8-18 ethoxylated alkyl ether sulfate, two anionic surfactant, a betaine surfactant, a hydroxy containing organic acid, polyethylene glycol and water.

Abstract: Aqueous, liquid, multiphase, surfactant-containing cleaning composition having at least two continuous phases, having at least one lower aqueous phase I and an upper aqueous phase II immiscible with the lower phase I and which can be temporarily converted into an emulsion by shaking, wherein the composition contains one or more hydrophobic components and up to about 5% by weight of sodium hexametaphosphate. The compositions are useful as hard surface cleaners.

Abstract: A detergent composition contains the following components (a) and (b): (a) an amphoteric surfactant 2 to 35 wt. %, (b) a compound which is other than the component (a) and contains, in its molecule, a carboxyl group and an amino group or a quaternary ammonium group 6 to 40 wt. %. This composition is easily thickened without using a thickener, and has excellent temperature stability and washing with it imparts the skin with good touch feeling.

Abstract: Coating remover compositions comprising an alkylene carbonate, hydrogen peroxide, water, a first alcohol, a second alcohol, and, optionally, pine oil that exhibit low toxicity. Further, a method of removing a coating from a surface. The method involves contacting a composition comprising an alkylene carbonate, hydrogen peroxide, water, a first alcohol, a second alcohol, and optionally, pine oil to a coated surface, and allowing the composition to contact the coated surface for a period of time, and under conditions effective to cause blistering of the coating. The compositions and method of the present invention are particularly suited for use with varnishes.

Abstract: A paint stripping composition comprising methyl benzoate and formic acid, as well as a method for using the foregoing composition in stripping paint from a substrate, are disclosed. The paint stripping composition may optionally also comprise thickeners, surfactants, and corrosion inhibitors. The composition and method are useful in stripping a variety of paints and similar organic coatings from both metallic and non-metallic substrates. Most preferably, the paint stripping composition does not comprise n-methyl-2-pyrrolidone.

Abstract: To provide a cleaner composition suitable for removing oxidized grease stains adhering to the surface of floor, wall and cooking instruments in the kitchen.

Abstract: The ability of aqueous laundry compositions to remove organic hydrophobic soils, such as oily, greasy or particulate soils, from a laundry item is substantially improved by pre-spotting or pre-treating such a soiled item with a treatment composition having a surfactant comprising a unique hydrophillic ethoxylate surfactant with less than two moles of ethylene oxide or a or blend of at least two surfactant compositions with a blended HLB value of about 7-12. The blend of surfactants with this HLB value penetrates soils and renders the soil more easily removed from the item using aqueous laundry detergent. The treatment composition can be used in a liquid or solid form and can be applied to individual laundry items in the form of a solid stick or liquid spray prior to introduction to the laundry machine. Laundry items can also be contacted in the laundry machine with the pre-spot or pre-treatment composition in the form of an aqueous presoak, preflush, prewash, or other step prior to the cleaning step.

Abstract: A composition comprising: an organic chemical having a chemical group having a dipole moment of at least about 1.5 Debyes and a chemical linker selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids having 4 to 6 carbon atoms, an ethoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a polyvinyl pyrrolidone and a polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of about 600 to about 10,000, wherein the molar ratio of organic chemical to chemical linker is about 4:1 to 1:4.

Abstract: The present invention provides a liquid detergent being excellent in detergency for persistent sebum smears such as smears in or on collars and cuffs and for denatured-oil smears in kitchens, etc., and further having a good smell as a detergent. That is, the present invention provides a liquid detergent comprising glycerol ether compounds represented by each of the formulas (1), (2), and (3) and a surfactant, R—O—CH2—CH(OH)CH2X (1), R—O—CH(CH2X)CH2Y (2), and R—O—CH2—CH(Z)CH2W (3), wherein R, X, Y, W and Z are defined in the specification.

Abstract: A dilutable, non-rinse hard surface cleaner is provided that includes (i) either (a) a combination of a specific nonionic surfactant and a quaternary ammonium surfactant or (b) a combination of a specific nonionic surfactant and an anionic surfactant, (ii) a water soluble glycol ether, (iii) a builder, (iv) d-limonene, and (v) water. The composition may also include pH modifying agents, buffers, fragrances, thickeners, dyes, pigments, so long as they do not detract from the advantageous performance aspects achieved by the compositions of the present invention.

Abstract: A dilute composition for use in semiconductor processing includes both phosphoric acid and acetic acid. Each of the acidic components may be at a concentration of less than about 10% by volume of the dilute composition. The dilute composition can be used for cleaning various surfaces, such as, for example, patterned metal layers and vias by exposing the surfaces to the dilute composition.

Abstract: An alcohol based antibacterial liquid formulation with high lathering properties, containing an antibacterial agent, an anionic surfactant, moisturizers, skin conditioners, and a high level of alcohol for frequent use in disinfecting the hands and body. More specifically, the present invention relates to a mild, lathering formulation having high content of a low carbon alcohol, an antibacterial agent and at the same time, having an anionic surfactant to make it lather. The formulation is designed to be used with water to enhance the lathering of the solution, while disinfecting at the same time.

Abstract: A detergent composition for use with a cleaning pad comprising an effective amount of a superabsorbent material, said pad preferably being part of a cleaning implement comprising a handle and said cleaning pad preferably being removable. The detergent composition contains a limited amount of a detergent surfactant, preferably linear in structure and relatively hydrophilic, the level of hydrophobic materials being kept below about 0.5%, and the pH being maintained above about 9, to allow the superabsorbent material to be readily absorbed by the superabsorbent material. The process of using the detergent composition with such a cleaning pad, and the provision of a kit containing both detergent composition and cleaning pad are disclosed.

Abstract: A process for removing contaminants from the surface of a substrate comprises contacting the substrate with a cleaning composition comprising at least one mono-, di-, or trialkoxy-substituted perfluoroalkane, perfluorocycloalkane, perfluorocycloalkyl-containing perfluoroalkane, or perfluorocycloalkylene-containing perfluoroalkane compound, the compound optionally containing additional catenary heteroatoms. The compounds exhibit good solvency properties while being environmentally acceptable.

Abstract: A process for removing contaminants from the surface of a substrate comprises contacting the substrate with a cleaning composition comprising at least one mono-, di-, or trialkoxy-substituted perfluoroalkane, perfluorocycloalkane, perfluorocycloalkyl-containing perfluoroalkane, or perfluorocycloalkylene-containing perfluoroalkane compound, the compound optionally containing additional catenary heteroatoms. The compounds exhibit good solvency properties while being environmentally acceptable.

Abstract: Hard surface cleaning and disinfecting compositions include a film-forming, organosilicone quaternary ammonium compound providing a protective layer for water and stain repellency.

Abstract: This invention concerns a composition useful as a paint remover, comprising: alkylene carbonate such as propylene carbonate or ethylene carbonate, hydrogen peroxide, and water, and optionally an alcohol such as benzyl alcohol. In another broad respect, this invention concerns a process for removing paint, comprising: applying a composition containing alkylene carbonate, hydrogen peroxide, and water to a painted surface for a time and under conditions effective to cause blistering or bubbling of the paint. In another broad respect, this invention is a composition useful as a paint remover, comprising: dialkyl carbonate, hydrogen peroxide, and water, optionally containing an alcohol, optionally containing a glycol ether. In another broad respect, this invention is a process for removing paint, comprising: applying a composition containing dialkyl carbonate, hydrogen peroxide, and water to a painted surface for a time and under conditions effective to cause blistering or bubbling of the paint.

Abstract: A surface-active composition useful for cleaning various types of substrates such as articles of clothing, various types of hard surfaces, as well as, human hair and skin, the composition containing: (a) an esterquat; (b) a chitosan and/or chitosan derivative; and (c) a protein hydrolyzate.

Abstract: A hard surface cleaner comprises: an ethoxylated quaternary ammonium compound comprising a C10-25 ; alkyl or alkenyl radical and a polyalkoxy chain having from 2 to 20 ethoxy groups and from 0 to 2 propoxy groups; a glycol ether and/or a C1-22 alcohol; and an anionic surfactant.

Abstract: Improved stability, liquid enzyme compositions containing an alkylated trypsin and methods involving the combined use of these compositions with an aqueous composition are disclosed for the cleaning or simultaneous cleaning and disinfecting of contact lens. Methods for a daily use regimen are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel detergent and conditioning compositions containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, (A) a washing base and (B) a conditioning system including an oil nanoemulsion. The invention is useful for hair and skin cleaning and care.

Abstract: A cleaning method in a semiconductor fabrication process includes providing a dilute composition consisting essentially of phosphoric acid and acetic acid and exposing a surface, e.g., aluminum, to the dilute composition. For example, the dilute composition includes phosphoric acid at a concentration of about 5% or less by volume and acetic acid at a concentration of about 30% or less by volume. Further, the cleaning method may use a composition comprising phosphoric acid and acetic acid, wherein the composition includes phosphoric acid at a concentration of X%, wherein X is about 5% by volume or less, and acetic acid at a concentration of about (100-X%) by volume or less. The cleaning method may be used, for example, in fabricating interconnect structures, aluminum containing structures, and multilevel interconnect structures. Cleaning compositions for use in the cleaning methods are also provided.

Abstract: There is provided an aqueous hard surface cleaning composition comprising a) a water soluble organic solvent; b) a nonionic surfactant selected from the group consisting of an alcohol alkoxylate, an alcohol block alkoxylate, a polyxyethylene polyoxypropylene block surfactant, and mixtures thereof; and c) an effective amount up to about 5% by weight of a cleaning auxiliary selected from the group consisting of methylglycine diacetic acid, hydroxyethyl ethylenediamine triacetic acid, diethylenetriamine pentaacetic acid, ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, nitilotriacetic acid, salts thereof, and mixtures thereof; and d) optionally, a thickening agent. The compositions are useful for cleaning hard surfaces with a minimum of wiping and scrubbing.

Abstract: There are provided a washing solution for an ink jet head, the washing solution restoring a print head, which has experienced problems such as clogging, to its normal condition, a method for producing the washing solution, and a washing method. The washing solution comprises 80% by weight or more of water and 1.0% by weight or less of a substance (having a viscosity of 10 mPas or more at 25° C.) and/or a solid substance and has a viscosity between 0.6 and 3.0 mPas at 25° C. and an electroconductivity of 3×10−2 S/m or less at 25° C.

Abstract: A method and application of a disinfecting solution which comprises adding to an acid the chemical equivalent of a metal chloride plus a metal compound wherein the metal compound is one of a hydride, oxide or hydroxide and the metal is selected to form a precipitate with said acid. The precipitate is filtered from the solution leaving a deanionated chlorided hydronium complex that is non corrosive to human tissue yet has powerful disinfecting properties. Calcium is the preferred metal.

Abstract: A semiconductor wafer cleaning formulation for use in post plasma ashing semiconductor fabrication comprising the following components in the percentage by weight ranges shown: chelating agent 1-15% water 25-99%  polar organic solvent 0-60% In the preferred embodiment the chelating agent is catechol (1,2-dihydroxybenzene) and the polar organic solvent is gamma butyrolactone (BLO).

Abstract: This invention is directed to a surfactant comprising a heterocyclic group that results in superior cleaning in a dry cleaning system. The surfactant can have one or more heteroatom and can result in reverse micelle formation in a densified gas like densified carbon dioxide.

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: Disclosed in the present application is a composition that is useful for rust and/or corrosion removal that contains a reducing agent, a chelating agent, a surfactant, and a dispersant. Disclosed also are processes for using this composition in aqueous systems and metal surface treatment.

Abstract: A process for removing contaminants from the surface of a substrate comprises contacting the substrate with a cleaning composition comprising at least one mono-, di-, or trialkoxy-substituted perfluoroalkane, perfluorocycloalkane, perfluorocycloalkyl-containing perfluoroalkane, or perfluorocycloalkylene-containing perfluoroalkane compound, the compound optionally containing additional catenary heteroatoms. The compounds exhibit good solvency properties while being environmentally acceptable.

Abstract: An improvement is described in microemulsion compositions which are especially effective in disinfecting the surface being cleaned and in the removal of oily and greasy soil without leaving streaks which contains a mixture of nonionic surfactants, an anionic surfactant, an amphoteric surfactant, a disinfectant agent, a proton donating agent, a water soluble solvent, and water.

Abstract: A blood removing cleaning composition which may take the form of a detergent builder, detergent additive, or detergent pre-spotter, generally including an amount of amine compound effective to remove blood from fabric; and, optionally, an effective soil degrading amount of enzyme, wherein the composition is generally free of any neutral salt. In other preferred forms, the compositions disclosed herein may comprise surfactants, sources of alkalinity, and sequestrants, among other adjuvants.

Abstract: The process for the direct preparation of cleaning solutions for semiconductor manufacture comprises producing the cleaning solutions directly at the site of use by mixing a gas with high-purity water, with a static mixer system being used. At least one of the gases NH3, HCl, ozone or HF is added.

Abstract: A process for bleaching a surface, by applying to that surface an aqueous composition having a pH of 2 or less and comprises a mixture of (a) an aqueous composition comprising hydrogen peroxide or an organic peracid having a pH of greater than 2 but less than 7 and (b) an acidic composition wherein components (a) and (b) are mixed not more than two hours before being applied to the surface requiring bleaching. The organic acid of component (a) has the formula XC(O)OOH where X is hydrogen or CH3(CH2)n and n is 0 to 8. The acid composition (b) comprises hydrochloric, sulphamic, tartaric, phosphoric, oxalic, citric, salicylic or ascorbic acids.

Abstract: A cleaning agent for use in producing semiconductor devices. The cleaning agent is an aqueous solution containing (A) a fluorine-containing compound, (B) a salt of boric acid, (C) a water-soluble organic solvent, and optionally, (D) a specific quaternary ammonium salt or (D′) a specific ammonium salt of an organic carboxylic acid or a specific amine salt of an organic carboxylic acid. The polymeric deposit inside and around the via holes and on the side wall of the conductive line pattern formed during the dry etching process can be effectively removed by using the cleaning agent without affecting the dimensions of the via holes and the conductive line pattern.

Abstract: A method for cleaning polyethylene terephthalate containers including contacting the PET container with an alkaline wash solution having a temperature ranging of less than about 60° C. is disclosed. The alkaline wash solution is formulated from a first concentrate, a second concentrate, an alkalinity source, and a balance of water. The first concentrate preferably has a first nonionic surfactant, a first builder, and acid in an amount effect to provide a phase stable solution. The second concentrate preferably has a second nonionic surfactant and a second builder. The first and second concentrate are present in the wash solution in a concentration ranging from about 0.3 wt. % to 2.0 wt. %. Preferably, the first nonionic surfactant has a cloud point ranging from about 5° C. to 60° C.

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: A thickened composition and process useful for removing paint, comprising: a carbonate such as propylene carbonate or ethylene carbonate, a thickener such as polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP), hydrogen peroxide and water. The composition may include additional cosolvents such as glycol ethers and alcohols such as benzyl alcohol, and/or dibasic ester (DBE).

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: The present invention provides a liquid detergent composition having high detergency without damaging styrene-based resin. The liquid detergent composition comprising (a) 0.1 to 50% by weight of a mixture of at least two different compounds from each other in view of their strutural isomers and/or their number of carbon atoms, selected from glyceryl-ether compounds having the formula (I): R—OCH2CH(OH)CH2OH (I) wherein R is an alkyl or alkenyl group having 1 to 11 carbon atoms; (b) 0.01 to 30% by weight of a surfactant; (c) 0.01 to 30% by weight of a builder or an alkali agent; and (d) the balance of water.

Abstract: A method for treating the surface of a substrate with a surface treatment composition, wherein the surface treatment composition comprises a liquid medium containing a complexing agent as a metal deposition preventive, the complexing agent comprising at least one member selected from Group A complexing agents and at least one member selected from Group B complexing agents defined hereinafter.

Abstract: A nail polish remover composition comprising aliphatic dibasic esters and alkali refined soybean oil. Preferably, the composition may further include a thickener to make the composition a non-pourable gel. The composition may further include fragrances and color additives for final product aesthetics.

Abstract: A liquid detergent composition contains (1) 0.5 to 5% by weight of citrate, (2) 0.5 to 10% by weight of alcohol, (3) 5 to 15% by weight of cocinin, and (4) 70 to 94% by weight of water.

Abstract: A dispersion of polymer particles in a liquid detergent concentrate is stabilized by covalent reaction of a stabilizer on to reactive groups on the polymer particles.

Abstract: Cleaning and surface treatment compositions which are particularly useful in the cleaning of leather, vinyl, plastic, rubber and other similar surfaces as well as providing a surface coating thereupon. The cleaning compositions include reduced amounts of emulsified silicone oils in an aqueous formulation. The compositions are readily dispensible from conventional dispensing devices, and provide simultaneous cleaning to a treated surface, as well as imparting a glossy surface coating.