Abstract: Discrete animal attractant bubbles are formed utilizing a bubble forming solution which includes a sufficient amount of a surface active agent to form the bubbles and a sufficient amount of a animal attractant agent, such as natural or artificial female animal estrous, to provide the attractant characteristic of the bubbles. The animal attractant agent may be natural or synthetic extracts, oils, olfactory agents, perfumes, and fragrances of plants.

Abstract: A particularly stable perfuming composition in the form of a transparent fluid water-in-oil or oil-in-water emulsion is obtained by addition of a substance to the oily phase, capable of bringing closer the densities of the respective dispersed and continuous phases.

Abstract: An insect composition comprising at least one fragrance capable of repelling insects and at least one non-fragrance insect repellant which is soluble in the fragance. In preferred embodiments the composition also includes an absorption substrate carrier. These compositions provide effective contact and area repellency while maintaining a pleasant aroma.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fragrance composition containing a mixture of (9E)-undecenonitrile, (9Z)-undecenonitrile, and 10-undecenonitrile, which can be combined with additional fragrance ingredients, and which is useful in perfumery, and a process of preparing a scented consumer product using the composition.

Abstract: Described are bicyclic lactones, both fused ring lactones defined according to the generic structure: 1

Abstract: A mathematical determination model is used to select odorants for products to be perfumed and for the preparation.

Abstract: Perfume compositions that have enhanced viscosity and a process for making same are disclosed. Compositions containing such perfume compositions as well as methods of making and using same are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for reducing or preventing body malodour by topically applying to human skin perfumery materials capable of inhibiting the production of malodorous metabolites caused by micro-organisms comprising corynebacteria. The perfumery materials are capable of inactivating corynebacteria capable of catabolising fatty acids.

Abstract: Aqueous compositions as well as processes and devices are disclosed for spray application on an air scenting device to provide long lasting freshening or scenting of air flowing through the device with minimal blockage of air flow through the device. The compositions contain a polymeric emulsion, a surfactant and a fragrance material and also may optionally include a rheological agent and/or an anti-microbial agent.

Abstract: A perfume composition contains at least 30% by weight of perfume components having a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for coryneform bacteria of greater than 0.1%. The composition can be used in deodorant products to reduce body malodour sub-lethally, i.e. without significantly affecting the numbers of bacteria present on the skin surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to perfume composition and a cleaning composition comprising the perfume composition. The perfume composition comprises at least 7.5% by weight of the composition of a first perfume ingredient having boiling point of 250° C. or less and ClogP of 3.0 or less, and at least 35% by weight of the composition of a second perfume ingredient having boiling point of 250° C. or less and ClogP of 3.0 or more. The composition also comprises at least one first or second perfume ingredient is present in an amount of at least 7% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: A polymeric encapsulated fragrance is disclosed which is suitable for use in personal care and cleaning products. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the fragrance is encapsulated by a first polymer material to form a fragrance encapsulated polymer, the polymer encapsulated shell is then coated with a mixture of cationic polymers, in a preferred embodiment the coating polymers are a reaction product of polyamines and (chloromethyl) oxirane or (bromomethyl) oxirane.

Abstract: Plastic additives which are useful as nucleating agents and which are especially useful for improving the optical properties of polymeric materials are provided. More particularly, this invention relates to certain alkyl (or alkoxy) substituted fluoro-benzylidene sorbitol acetals and polymer compositions thereof which may be utilized within, as merely examples, food or cosmetic containers and packaging. These inventive fluorinated and alkylated benzylidene sorbitol acetals are also useful as gelling agents for water and organic solvents, particularly those used in the preparation of antiperspirant gel sticks.

Abstract: A method of treating textile which is yarn or fabric containing spandex fibres, comprising contracting the textile with a perfume so that the perfume is deposited on the fabric. The perfume contains a mixture of fragrance materials which preferentially deposit on the spandex fibres. The yarn of fabric may be made up into garments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to personal treatment compositions, which contain encapsulated perfume compositions, which release a burst of fragrance a period of time after initial topical application. According to the present invention, the burst of fragrance is released with the application of mechanical pressure on the encapsulated perfume composition. Further, the present invention relates to hair and skin compositions, which release a burst of fragrance a period of time after initial topical application by rubbing the skin or brushing the hair.

Abstract: A scent composition for masking the odor of a hunter to prevent deer from detecting the scent of a hunter, and as a lure to attract deer to a hunter. The scent composition of the invention includes deer urine and deer fecal matter.

Abstract: Bottle aqueous household cleaning, fabric treatment and deodorizing compositions comprising surfactant, and a perfume which contains a substantial proportion of hydrophobic perfume ingredients having a ClogP of greater than 3. The bottles are made of high density polyethylene wherein the bottles have a continuous inner surface layer of nylon, polyetheneterephthalate or fluorinated polyethylene in order to prevent migration into and/or transmission through the high density polyethylene of the hydrophobic perfume ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for reducing fragrance loss in a substrate. This process includes preparing a protected fragrance matrix that contains a perfume, an optional fixative and a solid absorbent. The process further includes combining a substrate conditioner with the fragrance matrix and a substrate. Products, especially fabric softener sheets, made from these processes are also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed here is a composition containing menthol and menthyl lactate, and its preparation method and its applications as a cooling agent and a flavoring agent.

Abstract: Animal attractant bubbles are formed utilizing a bubble forming solution which includes a sufficient amount of a surface active agent to form the bubbles and a sufficient amount of a animal attractant agent, such as natural or artificial female animal estrous, to provide the attractant characteristic of the bubbles. The animal attractant agent may be natural or synthetic extracts, oils, olifactory agents, perfumes, and fragrances of plants.

Abstract: An alkyl gycol ether having the following formula 1

Abstract: An apparatus and method for preparing a customized fragrance is disclosed. The method comprises: 1) selecting a first fragrance, the first fragrance comprising a base note, a middle note and a top note, 2) selecting a second fragrance, the second fragrance comprising a base note, a middle note and a top note, and 3) combining the first fragrance with the second fragrance to form the customized fragrance.

Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus, methods, and compositions for dispensing a fragrance onto laundry in a dryer without substantial loss of that fragrance during the drying process. The apparatus includes an electrostatic vapor generator capable of dispensing a fragrance composition into a dryer. The invention also provides electrostatically dispensable fragrance compositions containing glycols, vegetable oils, and perfumes. The invention further provides a kit and method for enhancing residual fragrance on laundry by adding a fabric conditioning composition and a fragrance composition in separate steps during the laundering process. The invention includes embodiments wherein the dispensation of the fragrance compositions is computer controlled.

Abstract: A composition comprising at least 60% by weight, based on the weight of the composition, of a cyclopentanone or cyclopentanol compound having 2,5-dicyclopentylidene substituents, 2,5-dicyclopentyl substituents or 2-cyclopentylidene-5-cyclopentyl substituents. This composition is useful as perfume emitting floral fragrance. 2,5-Dicyclopentylidenecyclopentane (compound 4) is prepared by reaction of 2-cyclopentylidenecyclopentanone with cyclopentanone. 2,5-Dicyclopentylcyclopentanone (compound 5) and 2,5-dicyclopentylidenecyclopentanol (compound 6) are prepared by reduction of compound 4. 2,5-Dicyclopentylcyclopentanol (compound 7) is prepared by reduction of compound 5 or compound 6.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for producing a paraffin-based object, especially a candle, with a proportion of a perfume that exceeds 10% by weight, in which the perfume is dissolved in a solvent containing an organic ester, and the solution is in turn added to or dissolved in paraffin.

Abstract: A plastic tag (100) releasing a pleasant fragrance, scent or aroma used for pets, luggage, purse, key chains or other belongings made of a polymer mix impregnated with a fragrance and attached to the desired article with a through-hole (300) using a metal fastener (400), and can be used as an air freshener.

Abstract: An attractant scent and solid delivery vehicle allows the application of attractant scent or other types of scent using a solid delivery vehicle, from a convenient container similar to that used for underarm deodorant. The attractant scent is typically animal urine, but other attractant scents or other types of scents, could be substituted. Approximately 40 parts water, 30 parts urine or other attractant, and 30 parts propylene glycol are mixed in a double-jacketed container. The mixture is heated to 160 degrees. Approximately 15 parts amorphous fumed silica and 10 to 15 parts sodium sterate are then added, and the ingredients are mixed thoroughly. The mixture is then cooled to 125 degrees. The cooled mixture is then poured into containers. Preferred containers include those used for underarm deodorant. In use, the attractant scent and solid delivery vehicle may be advanced from the container and a portion of the solid applied to form a thin coating on any desired surface, such as the bottom of a boot.

Abstract: The invention provides a color-developing composition without using a pigment or dye and capable of being colored sustainably and stably after mixing two liquid phases which are colorless before mixing. The composition consists of two discrete liquid phases, wherein the refractive index of each liquid phase is identical to each other at a point within the wavelength range from 400 nm to 800 nm, wherein a continuous layer and a dispersion layer are formed by mixing and dispersing said two phases whereby developing a color.

Abstract: A method for preparing a fragrance composition which comprises sampling from a plurality of sampling points, each containing a fragrance component, using a plurality of samplers, one sampler transferring an aliquot from one such sampling point to a mixing container, mixing the aliquots and testing the hedonic effect against a fragrance concept. A cleaning arrangement may also be provided where each sampler is cleaned after it has transferred an aliquot from the sampling point to the container before taking another aliquot from a second sampling point.

Abstract: Cosmetic and perfume products with amber contain modified amber in the quantity 0.001%-100% by weight.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions having a fragrance burst of at least 20% relative to a product before dilution. The composition is selected such that perfume and surfactant in said composition yields a calculated “Perfume Burst Index” (PBI) value of less than 3 as per algorithm defining the PBI.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing or selecting compositions having a fragrance burst of at least 20% relative to a product before dilution. The composition is selected such that perfume and surfactant in said composition yields a calculated “Perfume Burst Index” (PBI) value of less than 3 as per algorithm defining the PBI.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing or selecting compositions having a fragrance burst of at least 20% relative to a product before dilution as well as enhanced deposition. The composition is selected such that perfume and surfactant in said composition yields a calculated “Perfume Burst Index” (PBI) value of less than 3 as per algorithm defining the PBI.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the use of insoluble acesulfame in creating fragrances and scents in such items as perfumes, colognes, toilet waters, cleaning products and personal care products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sustained release fragrance accords wherein the initial fragrance release or bouquet is not distorted by the presence of an unbalanced accord. The systems of the present invention comprise: a) a pro-fragrance component; and b) a free fragrance component. The present invention further relates to compositions comprising the fragrance raw materials systems and processes for preparing said systems.

Abstract: Objectionable odors from agrichemicals can be masked by adding one or more terpene or their oxygenated derivatives to the formulation before, during, or after application. A particularly preferred formulation is a granulated insecticide that includes an insecticidal amount of a phosphoroamido(di)thioate in solid form, a polymeric binder, a small amount of an anticking aid, and a masking agent containing an essential oil that is either mixed throughout the granule or sprayed onto its surface. The essential oil masks objectionable odors from the active ingredient without adversely affecting the storage stability or efficacy of the active ingredient.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel emulsion formulations which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides a method for preparing the emulsions and the use of the emulsions in products for topical application to the skin. The products are very mild to the skin and may be easily formulated into a wide variety of personal care and dermatological products.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are benefit agent delivery systems which are formed by separately adding to a liquid or granular matrix certain kinds of primary amine compounds and selected types of benefit agents, e.g., perfumes, in the form of aldehydes or ketones. When substrate surfaces are treated with aqueous solutions or dispersions of such delivery systems, the benefit agent is indirectly exposed to and preferably deposited on the substrate surface in such a manner that it provides its benefit to the surface for a longer period of time than when the amine compound is not present. Such benefit agent delivery systems are especially suitable for incorporation into laundry detergent or other fabric-treating products.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method for preventing or minimizing biodegradation of a substance which normally contains a naturally occurring optical isomer which comprises replacing the naturally occurring optical isomer with the corresponding unnatural optical isomer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula 1

Abstract: The present invention provides novel emulsion formulations which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides a method for preparing the emulsions and the use of the emulsions in products for topical application to the skin. The products are very mild to the skin and may be easily formulated into a wide variety of personal care and dermatological products.

Abstract: Reaction mixtures that include exothermic generating particles having a water soluble coating encasing a portion of the particles, a volatile component and, optionally an aqueous solution, and a buffer. The reaction mixtures are especially suited to generate heat in a controllable manner. In one such controlled reaction, the reaction components are mixed together and the mixture increases in temperature to a Set Temperature within a predetermined time, and the mixture remains at the Set Temperature for a longer period of time. In this manner, volatile components can be controllably released to the surrounding environment. The volatile components can be, for example, a perfume, a fragrance, an insect repellent, a fumigant, a disinfectant, a bactericide, an insecticide, a pesticide, a germicide, an acaricide, a sterilizer, a deodorizer, a fogging agent and mixtures of these. Apparatuses and methods that use these reaction mixtures are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sustained-release aromatic, characterized in that the aromatic comprises at least one perfume derivative as an active component selected from glycosides of perfumes, phosphoric acid ester derivatives of perfumes, amino acid derivatives of perfumes and carboxylic acid derivatives of perfumes, and contains no enzyme or acid which decomposes the perfume derivative, wherein the perfume derivative is decomposed by bacteria usually present on the skin or yeast to release a perfume component to exhibit aroma. The present invention also provides a method for the detection of micro-organisms using the aforesaid sustained-release aromatic. As the sustained-release aromatic of the present invention releases a perfume component only when it is decomposed by micro-organisms such as bacteria usually present on the skin or yeast, the amount of perfumes to be used can be extremely reduced. The sustained-release aromatic of the present invention is also excellent in keeping aroma.

Abstract: The invention concerns a cosmetic composition comprising at least an aromatic compound and at least an agent for dissolving said aromatic compound, characterized in that said dissolving agent consists of perfluorinated hydrofluoroether preferably having a total number of carbon atoms not less than 5 and consisting of a perfluoroalkane chain, branched or not, cyclized or not, bound to an alkoxy group, said alkoxy group having a number of atom(s) between 1 and 7, said hydrofluoroether having a boiling point in atmospheric pressure ranging between +15° C. and +100° C. The invention enables the replacement of ethanol conventionally used in cosmetic compositions by at least one hydrofluoroether compound.

Abstract: Ketone compounds having marine-like, modern green-like and fatty green-like fragrance and flavor, and fragrance compositions and flavor compositions containing the same.

Abstract: A fragrance or flavor composition comprising a fragrance compound, a flavor compound or mixture thereof and an amount of a natural antioxidant that is inert with respect to the fragrance compound, flavor compound or mixture thereof in an amount sufficient to substantially stabilize the fragrance or flavor composition against auto-oxidation.

Abstract: A modulated release aerosol formulation is disclosed. The formulation comprises a polymer, e.g. silica gel, fumed silica gel, having a selected medicament associated therewith, a fluid carrier for carrying and delivering the construct and a stabilizer.

Abstract: A method of reducing or preventing body malodour by topically applying to human skin perfume components capable of inhibiting the producation of odoriferous steroids by microorganisms on the skin. The perfume components are capable of inhibiting bacterial 4-ene reductase and/or 5&agr;-reductase.

Abstract: Fragranced lacquer coating composition polymerized by ultraviolet (UV) (UV-A from 315 to 380 nm) radiation comprising a) 70 to 90 parts by weight unsaturated polyester acrylate, b) 5 to 20 parts by weight divinylether monomer, c) 3 to 10 parts by weight UV photoinitiator, d) I to 10 parts by weight fragrance and e) 0.01 to 0.1 parts by weight odorless additive having fluidifying properties. The invention also relates to the preparation of the foregoing lacquer coating.

Abstract: An air freshening composition including porous carrier particles having a perfume composition entrapped therein, and a second component selected from an inert filer, hygroscopic agent, binder, coating material, moisture providing agent, and mixtures thereof. The composition may further comprise various optional components such as free perfumes, colorants, disintegrants, water swelling agents, porosity modifiers and mixtures thereof. A method for processing the compositions into a solid article includes the steps of entrapping a perfume in the porous carrier particles, heating and incorporating a carrier or binder material. The compositions may be further processed by optionally incorporating a powder inert filler and forming articles from the mixture. The articles may be formed from the compositions through prilling, extrusion, or compaction amongst other techniques.