Abstract: Disclosed is a cleaning composition for removing ink from a variety of surfaces. The composition has a low amount of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and a near neutral pH.

Abstract: A heat activated fabric treatment composition comprises from 3 to 75 wt % of one or more fabric treatment active ingredients, from 5 to 60 wt % of a nonionic surfactant and from 10 to 50 wt % of water. The composition is provided in a dispensing device which, in use, is attached to the internal panel of a tumble dryer.

Abstract: A heat activated fabric treatment composition comprises from 3 to 75 wt % of one or more fabric treatment active ingredients, from 10 to 50 wt % of water, from 5 to 40 wt % of an oil and optionally from 2 to 30 wt % of a nonionic surfactant. The composition is provided in a dispensing device which, in use, is attached to the internal panel of a tumble dryer.

Abstract: A cleaning sheet having high cleaning ability and with which finished quality of a surface after cleaning is excellent. A cleaning sheet comprising a sheet base material impregnated with an aqueous cleaning composition that has a pH value of 8 to 11, the composition comprising (A) at least one compound selected from monoethanolamine, morpholine and morpholine derivative compounds, (B) a saturated or unsaturated fatty acid having 14 to 22 carbon atoms, (C) a terpene-type hydrocarbon, and (D) a surfactant.

Abstract: The invention concerns water dispersible granulates comprising: at least a hydrophobic perfume (P), in the form of droplets, finely divided in and encapsulated by a water soluble or water dispersible solid organic matrix (MO) selected among: polypeptides (PP) of plant or synthetic origin; polyelectrolytes (PE) belonging to the family of weak polyacids; or their mixtures; and at least an emulsifying agent (AE) at the droplet/matrix interface. The invention also concerns a method, in two steps, for preparing said granulates, the first step consisting in preparing an emulsion in water comprising at least a hydrophobic perfume (P), at least an emulsifying agent (AE); and said water soluble or water dispersible organic matrix (MO), the second step consisting in drying said emulsion until a granulate is formed.

Abstract: Particulate laundry detergent compositions, especially high bulk density powders and tablets, contain low levels of aloe vera. The aloe vera is preferably present in the form of coloured, preferably, green, speckles having a 1% solution pH not exceeding 9. The detergent compositions preferably contain a mild surfactant system.

Abstract: A solvent that is biodegradable, provides effective solvency for a broad range of tasks and is generally benign to human health is disclosed. This solvent is a mixture of a lactate ester and d-limonene.

Abstract: A method of providing long-lasting disinfection to a hard surface, said method comprising the step of contacting said hard surface with a liquid disinfecting solution having a pH of from 2 to 6 and having low volatility, said liquid disinfecting solution comprising peroxygen bleach and an antimicrobial active selected from the group consisting of thymol, eugenol, menthol, geraniol, vertenone, eucalyptol, pinocarvone, cedrol, anethol, carvacrol, hinokitiol, berberine, ferulic acid, cinnamic acid, methyl salicylic acid, methyl salicylate, terpineol, limonene and mixtures thereof, and an anti-microbial compound having a vapor pressure of less than 0.1 mmHg when measured at 20° C., wherein said anti-microbial compound is selected from the group consisting of citric acid, benzoic acid, benzophenone, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A liquid cleaning solvent is formulated from a terpene hydrocarbon present in a concentration of about 50 percent to about 80 percent of the cleaning solvent and tetrahydrofuran compatible with the terpene hydrocarbon present in a concentration of about 20 percent to about 50 percent of the cleaning solvent. The liquid cleaning solvent is provided in a dispensing pen for ease of application.

Abstract: A liquid cleaning solvent is formulated from a terpene hydrocarbon present in a concentration of about 50 percent to about 90 percent of the cleaning solvent and tetrahydrofuran compatible with the terpene hydrocarbon present in a concentration of about 10 percent to about 50 percent of the cleaning solvent. The liquid cleaning solvent is provided in a dispensing pen for ease of application.

Abstract: The present application relates to the inclusion of one or more wrinkle reducing ingredients in a laundry detergent product. The benefits are delivered to the laundered item during the cleaning step and, therefore, reduces the need for further wrinkle reducing steps when the items are taken from the dryer or after hang drying.

Abstract: A waterless hand cleaner formulation includes an organic solvent, a quantity of water and a surfactant present to form a gelatinous emulsion. The gelatinous emulsion is loaded with 0.1 to 25 total weight percent of a natural essential oil having topical antimicrobial activity. Oil of oregano is particularly well suited for this application.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process of disinfecting a hard-surface with a composition comprising cinnamon oil and/or an active thereof whereby disinfecting benefits are provided.

Abstract: A light duty, liquid comprising: at least one anionic surfactant, a supplemental surfactant, at least one natural extract, and water.

Abstract: An environmentally friendly soap-based pesticide having improved efficacy against aphids and other insect pests. The pesticide also has insect-repellent properties. The pesticide comprises one or more adjuncts selected from natural oils, evaporation retardants, particulate, physically-active insecticidal materials, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A cleaning and disinfecting composition which provides effective cleaning, disinfecting and shine performance, said composition comprising a surfactant system comprising from 0.01% to 10% by weight of the total composition of an amine oxide, from 0.01% to 20% by weight of a short chain alkyl sulphate surfactant according to the formula: R1SO4M, wherein R1 represents a saturated or unsaturated alkyl group containing from 6 to 8 carbon atoms and M is H or a cation, and from 0.01% to 20% by weight of a long chain alkyl sulphate surfactant according to the formula: R2SO4M, wherein R2 represents a saturated or unsaturated alkyl group containing from 9 to 30 carbon atoms and M is H or a cation. More preferably, the composition further comprises an antimicrobial compound and/or a peroxygen bleach for further enhanced disinfection performance.

Abstract: The invention provides personal wash compositions with soap like rinsability. The composition contains a lathering surfactant system and a specifically defined polymer/oil blend.

Abstract: A composition for removing ink, paint, and other coatings that is substantially non-toxic, non-caustic, non-volatile, biodegradable, meets regulation standards, and has a low disposal cost. The composition comprises an alcohol in an amount from about 5% to about 60% by volume; a terpene containing liquid in an amount from about 5% to about 60% by volume; a sufficient amount of mixing agent for mixing the terpene containing liquid in water; and water.

Abstract: A light duty, liquid comprising: a C8-C18 ethoxylated alkyl ether sulfate surfactant, a magnesium salt of a C8-C18 linear alkyl benzene sulfonate, a sodium salt of a C8-C18 linear alkyl benzene sulfonate, a C12 and C14alkyl amido propyl dimethyl, an amine oxide, a polyalkylglucoside, a perfume and water.

Abstract: A light duty, liquid comprising: at least one anionic surfactant, a supplemental surfactant, at least one natural extract, and water.

Abstract: This application discloses a composition for and a method of using the composition to disperse hydrocarbon based components into a liquid carrier. The composition is comprised of a lower alkyl ester of a fixed oil, such as a modified vegetable oil, in combination with at least one other compound which enhances the ability of the ester to form an aqueous emulsion which can separate and which can alter the wetting character of the ester. The method comprises contacting a material comprised of hydrocarbon based components with an effective amount of composition for a time and a temperature sufficient to disperse the material into a liquid carrier.

Abstract: The present invention may include a cleanser having a liposome and greater than about 40 weight percent of a solvent. The liposome may be loaded with the solvent more than about 7 days after the manufacture of the liposome. The solvent may be an isoprenoid or ester solvent. Furthermore, the solvent may be d-limonene or a dibasic ester. In addition, the liposome may be selected from the group consisting of large unilamellar vesicles, multilamellar vesicles, paucilamellar vesicles, and small unilamellar vesicles. Desirably, the liposome is a paucilamellar vesicle. Desirably, the cleanser may have a solvent weight percent greater than about 60. More desirably, the cleanser may have a weight percent of solvent greater than about 80. Moreover, the solvent is about a 1:1 weight ratio of d-limonene and dibasic ester.

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: 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.

Abstract: Fibers are treated with fiber treating solutions comprising an animal protein hydrolysate, chitosan lactate and one or more kinds of quaternary ammonium salts. The fiber treating solutions provide a smooth, soft and supple feel due to a moisture-retaining property and physiological skin protecting effects. Underwear products has physiological skin protecting effects obtained by treating with these fiber treating solutions.

Abstract: An aqueous laundry detergent composition is comprised of: (1) from about 0.

Abstract: The present application relates to the inclusion of one or more wrinkle reducing ingredients in a laundry detergent product. The benefits are delivered to the laundered item during the cleaning step and, therefore, reduces the need for further wrinkle reducing steps when the items are taken from the dryer or after hang drying.

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 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 method of soap making comprises pulverizing naturally scented flora or other material with components of the soap making process prior to saponification. An improved scented soap is thereby provided with an intensified natural scent.

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 high wax content heavy oil remover comprises dipropylene glycol mono n-butyl ether, ethoxylated alkyl mercaptan, salt of an alkyl aromatic sulfonic acid, branched alcohol ethoxylate, d-limonene, and white oil.

Abstract: The present invention is a sprayable gel cleaning composition and method for producing the same that can be used to remove household and industrial spots and stains that are often present on walls, cabinets, stove tops, doors, and trim. In addition, this invention can be used to clean bug and tar stains present on automobiles, trucks, and other machinery. The sprayable gel cleaning composition is made of a solution and a gel-forming material capable of forming a gel when placed with the solution. The gel is capable of liquefying and also capable of reforming a gel when applied to a surface. The solution is composed of citrus water distillate, a solvent, a surfactant, and a terpene compound. The gel-forming material is composed of a montmorillonite or synthetic clay.

Abstract: An aqueous concentrated liquid disinfectant composition which blooms when added to a larger volume of water which comprises the following constituents: a terpene based solvent; germicidal cationic surfactant, preferably a quaternary ammonium compound having germicidal properties; organic solvent constituent; a binary co-solvent system comprising alkyl diphenyl solvent and a co-solvent; one or more nonionic surfactants; optionally but desirably at least one optional constituent selected from: chelating agents, coloring agent, light stabilizers, fragrances, thickening agents, hydrotropes, pH adjusting agents, pH buffers one or more detersive surfactant constituents particularly non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, as well as others known the art and useful in similar compositions; and, the balance being water. The liquid disinfectant compositions feature good blooming characteristics, particularly good long term blooming retention. Process for the use of the compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: A shrinkage prevention agent for water washing of clothing that would conventionally have been dry cleaned. The shrinkage prevention agent is compromised of a steam or vacuum dry-distilled liquid of two or more plants selected from sagebrush, beefsteak plant, tea, plantaginales, aloe, chrysanthemum, pine, cedar, cypress. The shrinkage prevention agent is used in a wet cleaning system that includes water washing.

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: The present invention provides an environment safeguarding aqueous detergent composition which maximizes the decomposing action of an enzyme, and minimizes the use of a surface active agent. These compositions are an environment safeguarding aqueous detergent composition containing (a) 0.1 to 20% by weight of one or more chief ingredients selected from the group consisting of essential oils and essential oil components which have been isolated from the essential oils or synthesized, (b) 0.25 to 20% by weight of a surface active agent for solubilizing the chief ingredients, and (c) an enzyme, the weight ratio of the (a) to the (b) being in the range of 1:0.5 to 1:15, and an environment safeguarding, dishwashing detergent composition containing (a) 0.1 to 5.0% by weight of an essential oil component selected from the group consisting of a terpene alcohol, limonene, pinene, linalyl acetate, and bornyl acetate, and (b) 3.0 to 20.

Abstract: In its broadest embodiment the present invention relates to the use of a microemulsion comprising a surfactant, an aqueous phase and droplets dispersed in said aqueous phase, said droplets comprising an essential oil or an active thereof, and said droplets having a particle sized of less than 100 nanometers, for disinfecting a surface. The present invention further encompasses a microemulsion suitable for disinfecting a surface, comprising a surfactant, an aqueous phase comprising a bleach, and droplets dispersed in said aqueous phase, said droplets comprising an essential oil or an active thereof, and said droplets having a particle size of less than 100 nanometers.

Abstract: A composition comprising: a protein chemical linker, an anionic surfactant and water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use, in a composition, of a combination of a chelating agent, a surfactant, and an essential oil or an active thereof, to provide disinfecting properties to said composition.

Abstract: A light duty liquid detergent with desirable cleansing properties to the human skin comprising a C.sub.8-18 ethoxylated alkyl ether sulfate anionic surfactant, a sulfonate anionic surfactant, an organic acid and water.

Abstract: The present invention concerns an improved shampoo composition, an improved oil composition and an improved method for the treatment of cradle cap (seborrhea dermatitis) primarily in infants and small children. In the improved method, the scalp of an infant is treated with the improved oil followed by gentle brushing and the scalp is then contacted with the improved shampoo and water. Usually the cradle cap condition is eliminated in 1 to 5 days. A kit including the oil, shampoo, sponge, brush, fine toothed comb and optional separate instructions are described.

Abstract: Disinfecting compositions comprising a peroxygen bleach, glutaraldehyde, an antimicrobial essential oil and an amphoteric surfactant, preferably useful in combination with an amine oxide surfactant. The compositions are especially for cleaning and disinfecting hard surfaces.

Abstract: Pine oil cleaning compositions containing as extenders C.sub.9 to C.sub.12 olefins, C.sub.9 to C.sub.12 alcohols and acetates thereof. The extenders permit replacement of a portion of the pine oil constituents in cleaning compositions while preserving bloom and cleaning characteristics.

Abstract: Liquid industrial anti-microbial hand soaps are provided for removal of foreign matters from skin and imparting dermal conditioning and softness. When in the form of stable homogeneous liquid, the composition may contain: a) surfactant or surfactants with hydrotropic properties as solubilizer and wetting agent; b) fatty amphoteric compounds as primary and secondary surfactant, antistatic agents; c) fatty amine oxides or amides as conditioning agents; d) distearate as thickening agent; e) essential oil; f) abrasive; and/or, g) water. The soaps preferably include in homogenous solution 1-2% of a quaterized anti-microbial, 10-30% surfactants and emulsifiers, 2-3% essential orange oil, 2-4% of a hydropolymer abrasive and the rest deionized water--all percentages by weight.

Abstract: An aqueous-based, pleasant tasting, non-toxic bubble-making composition of at least one surfactant, at least one bubble-stabilizer functionally compatible with the selected surfactant(s) and other constituents of the composition, appearing in quantities relative to each other and the composition as a whole sufficient to produce bubbles of the desired form, size and stability but non-toxic if consumed orally in substantial quantities by a child, and at least one taste-enhancing agent functionally compatible with the composition as a whole in quantities relative thereto to produce a bubble-making composition which is relatively pleasant tasting.

Abstract: A post foaming liquid cleaning composition is sprayed onto a surface to be cleaned and then the composition foams while on the surface.

Abstract: There are provided cleaning compositions for removing soils from a substrate. These compositions comprise(a) at least one C.sub.10 or higher terpene hydrocarbon solvent,(b) at least one surfactant,(c) at least one metal corrosion inhibiting agent,(d) at least one hard surface stress crazing inhibiting agent, and(e) water,wherein, if the soil comprises oil, the composition forms an oil-removing oil and water emulsion with said oil for a time sufficient to remove the oil from the substrate, the oil removing emulsion releasing free water within twenty-four hours after formation, the composition having a pH of less than about 10.

Abstract: Pine oil type concentrate compositions and cleaning compositions providing sanitizing effects comprise a germicidal active cationic surfactant, a co-solvent, a non-ionic surfactant system, and generally include a relatively high amount of fragrance and/or fragrance adjuvant compositions. The preferred embodiments of the pine oil type cleaning compositions provide the benefits of good cleaning, effective sanitizing action, good blooming upon addition to an excess of water and long lasting fragrance, and low irritancy levels notwithstanding the relatively high levels of organic solvents comprised in the compositions.