ПОРТАТИВНЫЙ НАБОР ДЛЯ ВЫВЕДЕНИЯ ПЯТЕН

Изобретение относится к портативному набору (1) для выведения пятен для локального удаления запачканного участка на ткани. Портативный набор для выведения пятен содержит контейнер (4), содержащий пятновыводной материал (5). Пятновыводной материал (5) имеет твердую форму. Контейнер (4) предназначен для непосредственного контакта с запачканным участком, когда портативный набор (1) для выведения пятен используется. Портативный набор для выведения пятен содержит также базовый держатель (3) для размещения контейнера (4) и крышку (2), взаимодействующую с базовым держателем (3) для закрывания контейнера (4), когда портативный набор (1) для выведения пятен не используется. Данное решение позволяет пользователям локально обрабатывать пятно на одежде и быстро избавляться от заметности грязного пятна. 2 н. и 12 з.п. ф-лы, 13 ил.

МАШИНА ДЛЯ ЧИСТКИ ГОТОВОГО ПЛАТЬЯ

Behälter zum Waschen von empfindlicher Wäsche in einer Waschmaschine

DUST REMOVER FOR REMOVING DUST, HAIR OR OTHER LOOSE PARTICLES FROM OBJECTS SUCH AS CLOTHES, TEXTILES, FURNITURE ETC

CLEANING BRUSHES

... 1445413 Cleaning pads and brushes NIPPON SEAL CO Ltd 6 Sept 1973 [9 Sept 1972] 41956/73 Heading A4F A brush member 8 is supported for use by a casing C, as illustrated in phantom lines in Fig. 4, and after use is inserted into the casing 2 where bristles 8' thereon are engaged and cleaned by bristles 7' on a brush 7 fixed within the casing C, the bristles 7', 8' both being inclined in a direction opposite to the direction of insertion. The brush member 8 is withdrawn from the casing C for use by pulling a flange 12 thereon, and pivoted to its operative position in which a projection 13 on the flange 12 engages a slit in the casing end-wall 5. On repeated insertion of the brush member 8 into the casing C dust collected on the bristles 7' is pushed by the bristles 8' into a collecting space 9 from which it is discharged by opening a pivoted casing cover 3. A detachable handle (17), Fig. 9 (not shown) may be mounted in either of two holders (16) on opposite sides of the casing 2. In a further ...

Cleaning device for removing dust etc. from surfaces

A cleaning device 10 for removing dust, fluff, hair and the like from a surface, e.g. clothing, comprises a coagulated latex pad (11), which may be enclosed in a cover (12). For cleaning carpets, floors, and furnishings including car interiors and stairways, the cleaning device 20 may comprise a handle 22 provided with a flexible blade 21 made from coagulated latex, or a cleaning head to which are secured a flexible blade made from coagulated latex and a broom handle. The latex may be a natural rubber latex or a polyisobutylene latex. ...

Fluff remover

An outer blade 1 for a fluff remover has a plurality of elongate relatively narrow slit-like apertures 2. The reduced dimension of the apertures prevents fabric material from being damaged by being drawn into the apertures.

Improvements relating to devices for removing fluff and dust from fabrics

A box is provided with a lint remover and dust brush having many loops of rigid strings formed by entwining them with a cloth adhered to an external surface of the lid of said box, and a brush having many hairs vertically set in the bottom or side surface of said box.

Cleaning implement

A roll (1) of absorbent pads (4) for removing stains from garments comprises a core (2) and a length of absorbent fabric (3) secured at one end to the core (2) and rolled onto the core (2). The absorbent fabric (3) is perforated (5) at intervals of length into removable pads (4). The roll (1) of absorbent pads (4) may be employed in a stain removing implement having means (8, 13) for rotatably supporting the roll (1) so that the roll (1) can be rolled over a garment during stain removal. The stain removing implement is held by a handle (9). A cleaning composition is preferably employed. A method of stain removal is also provided.

Fluid applicator or dauber

... 981,317. Pad applicators. G. SCHWARTZMANN. Nov. 19, 1963 [Dec. 3, 1962], No. 45525/63. Heading A4K. [Also in Divisions A5 and B8] In an applicator head formed integrally with or attachable to the neck of a container, a block 50 of porous foam, preferably coarse polyurethane, is held under compression between cover 20 and a resiliently urged valve head 30. In assembling the applicator head, the block 50 is forcibly intruded, through hole 28, into the space between web 26 and the previously assembled cover 20. The cover includes an outer ply of brushed knitted nylon fabric and, bonded thereto, an inner ply of coarse polyurethane foam. The spring 32 may be formed integrally with valve head 30.

DEVICE FOR REMOVAL OF HAIR FROM FABRICS

Stitch bonded fabric

A stitch bonded fabric is made with a transverse tear line formed of cuts severing warp threads but leaving the fabric connected across the tear line. Occasional warp threads can be left between cuts. A roll of such fabric can serve as e.g. dusters or cleaning cloths. ...

ULTRASONIC CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE WITH SUCH A CLEANING EQUIPMENT

REINIGUNGSGERAT

REINIGUNGSBURSTE

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE PRODUCTION FOAM FOR THE CLEANING OF TEXTILES

TAPE ROLE.

CLEANING METHOD WHICH ULTRASONIC WAVES USES

ULTRASONOSCOPE

CLEANING METHOD FOR MATERIALS

Mechanism at containers, which serve for the admission of cosmetic preparations

MEANS FOR REMOVING FROM CARPET MARKS WITH SOUND OR ULTRASONIC WAVES

CARPET STAIN REMOVAL PRODUCT WHICH USES SONIC OR ULTRASONIC WAVES

A carpet stain removal product and process are disclosed. The product includes a liquid cleaning composition (18) which contains water, an organic solvent and a surfactant, an absorbent stain receiver, and a sonic or ultrasonic wave generating source (10) for imparting sonic or ultrasonic waves onto stains (14) on textiles (16). The sonic or ultrasonic wave source is, for example, a hand-held, pen-shaped device with a directed point to focus the sonic or ultrasonic waves at the stain to be removed.

DISPOSABLE CLEANING SHEETS COMPRISING A PLURALITY OF PROTRUSIONS FOR REMOVING DEBRIS FROM SURFACES

Disposable cleaning sheets for removing debris from a surface comprise a substrate and a plurality of protrusions affixed to the substrate. The cleaning sheets of the present invention have one or more of the following characteristics: (a) "Protrusion Flexibility" of at least about 0.5 grams, preferably from about 1 to about 200 grams, and more preferably from about 5 to about 70 grams; (b) "Glide Resistance" of less than about 1200 grams, preferably from about 25 to about 950 grams, and more preferably from about 200 to about 750 grams; (c) "Hair Capture Efficiency" of at least about 10%, preferably at least about 30%, and more preferably at least about 60%; and/or (d) "Sheet Capacity" of from about 0.2 to about 20 grams, preferably from about 0.5 to about 10 grams, and more preferably from about 0.75 to about 5 grams. When the present cleaning sheet is attached to a cleaning implement, the Attachment Force between the cleaning sheet and the cleaning implement will typically be at least ...

GARMENT STAIN REMOVAL PRODUCT WHICH USES SONIC OR ULTRASONIC WAVES

A garment stain removal product and process is disclosed. The product includes a liquid cleaning composition which contains water, an organic solvent and a surfactant, an absorbent stain receiver, and a sonic or ultrasonic wave generating source for imparting sonic or ultrasonic waves onto stains on textiles. The sonic or ultrasonic wave source is, for example, a hand-held, pen-shaped device with a directed point to focus the sonic or ultrasonic waves at the stain to be removed.

STAIN REMOVAL PEN WITH OPTIMAL APPLICATION DEVICE

The present invention relates to an applicator for a fabric treatment composition and its application. More specifically the invention relates to a versatile, effective convenient to apply fabric treatment applicator. Claimed and described is an applicator for a fabric treatment composition, which does not require rinsing, comprising an application device, which induces a certain frictional stress upon fabric.

FABRIC TREATMENT APPLICATOR

The present invention relates to an applicator for a fabric treatment composition and its application. More specifically the invention relates to a versatile convenient to carry and to apply fabric treatment applicator. Claimed and described is an applicator comprising a nib (10) and further comprising bleach and surfactant. The present invention combines effective mechanical stain removal and effective chemical stain removal.

ADHESIVE-COATED ROLL AND METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING THE SAME

Adhesive Tape Roll

DRY-CLEANING KIT FOR IN-DRYER USE

A method for cleaning soiled fabric articles is provided which comprises tumbling the soiled articles in a rotary clothes dryer at an elevated temperature, in a closed system, such as a sealed plastic bag , wherein said system also includes a fabric-cleaning article comprising a porous substrate sheet impregnated with a gelled liquid cleaning composition.

Vorrichtung zum Auftragen von Fleckenreinigungsmitteln, insbesondere Fleckenseife.

Reinigungsbürste.

Vorrichtung zum Reinigen von Stoffstücken.

Dispositif pour enlever la poussière des surfaces de tapis, d'habits et autres objets similaires.

Dispositif pour appliquer un produit liquide sur une surface

Puderabgabe-Behälter zur Rauhlederpflege

Tampon détacheur.

Fleckenentferner mit einem zur Aufnahme einer Reinigungsflüssigkeit bestimmten Behälter.

Fleckenentferner mit einem zur Aufnahme einer Reinigungsflüssigkeit bestimmten Behälter.

Gerät zur Beseitigung des Speckglanzes auf getragenen Kleidungsstücken.

Einrichtung zum Auftragen von kosmetischen Präparaten, wie von Wimperntuschen, Lippenschminken oder dergleichen

BUERSTE MIT DREHBARER BUERSTENPLATTE.

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR SCHAUMERZEUGUNG.

Gerät zum Entfernen von Schmutz- oder Fettflecken auf Polstermöbeln, Teppichen und Garderobe

Dispositif pour appliquer un produit liquide sur une surface

Packaging for capsules divided into portions and having a pasty spot-removing means

PORTION CAP WITH PASTY MARK REMOVAL MEANS AND PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF THE CAP.

Method for cleaning, renovating and dyeing suede leather garments

The method comprises various successive stages of treatment of leather garments. The said stages comprise manual cleaning of the leather, using a cotton cloth impregnated with distilled water or turpentine substitute; de-greasing, which takes place inside a drum with the addition of very fine ground cereals and liquid substances; a treatment for the renovation of the leather, by means of a jet of air under pressure having very fine solid granules in suspension. The said treatments are followed by those for the removal of the said powdered substances and for final re-dyeing of the leather by means of coloured solutions, with the addition of substances capable of ensuring the fixing of the colour in the leather.

Apparatus to be detached

Device to remove the dust of surfaces of carpet, clothes or others

Plug shoeshiner out of sachet

Device comprising a plug distributor of a liquid and container carrying such a device

APPAREIL POUR L'APPLICATION D'UN PRODUIT LIQUIDE OU PATEUX

... a. Appareil pour l'application d'un produit liquide ou pâteux, contenu dans un réservoir renfermant un piston de refoulement susceptible d'être soumis à une pression pneumatique engendrée par une pompe prévue dans l'appareil. b. Cette pompe consiste en une pompe à galets fonctionnant en permanence lors de l'utilisation de l'appareil et dont le conduit de sortie se subdivise en deux branches, à savoir une première branche 25 raccordée au fond du réservoir 9 contenant le produit à expulser, et une seconde branche 33 débouchant librement à l'atmosphère. Par ailleurs, il est prévu un organe obturateur 34 permettant d'obturer cette seconde branche de façon que l'air refoulé par la pompe puisse être dirigé dans le fond du réservoir 9 afin de commander l'expulsion du produit à appliquer. c. Cet appareil peut être utilisé pour appliquer sous pression toute sorte de produit pâteux ou liquide, par exemple du cirage, un mastic d'étanchéité, de la colle, etc.

Device to remove the spots on clothing

Stain removing pad supplied in individual pouch and disposed of after use

Dispositif de poche, dit « pochette détachante », servant à nettoyer, éliminer des tâches sur textiles. L'invention concerne un dispositif à l'usage des personnes et à caractère jetable constitué d'un tampon applicateur (1) imprégné d'une solution détachante (2) conservé dans un étui étanche (3) à ouverture fonctionnelle (4). A titre d'exemple non limitatif, le dispositif présenté selon l'invention est particulièrement destiné à être utilisé pour remédier aux tâches pouvant avoir lieu suite à des maladresses au cours de repas.

CLEANING BRUSH WITH DUST REMOVING AND COLLECTING MEANS

DEVICE TO PREFERABLY RECEIVE BY PORTIONS A STAIN-REMOVER IN PASTE AND PROCESS FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF THE CAPSULES CONTAINING A PORTION USABLE IN THE DEVICE

Brush out of crepe

PROCESS OF CONDITIONING Of a STAIN-REMOVER IN PASTE IN CAPSULES

Improvements with the articles of packing like the bottles distributors and analogues

Portable cloth cleaner

Cleaning apparatus for multi type laundry

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DUST REMOVAL APPARATUS USING STATIC ELECTRICITY

The present invention relates to a dust removal apparatus using static electricity. The dust removal apparatus comprises: a handle part including a battery, a switch, and a motor operating in accordance with an on/off operation of the switch; and a static electricity generation part which includes a rotating body connected to the motor to rotate in accordance with the rotation of the motor and a fixed body fixed to the handle part and having a structure of surrounding the rotating body, wherein the rotating body rotating when the motor operates rubs against a wall surface of the fixed part to induce triboelectricity between two materials and generate static electricity. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

Tape Cleaner

CUSHION ROLL CORE FOR HIGH-EFFICIENCY ADHESION, CAPABLE OF EFFECTIVELY ELIMINATING FOREIGN MATERIALS

PURPOSE: A cushion roll core for high-efficiency adhesion is provided to reduce damage to an adhesion film by correcting the smoothness of a film layer even if the smoothness of a core is faulty. CONSTITUTION: A cushion roll core for high-efficiency adhesion is composed of a cushion member(14). The cushion member has a cushion on the surface of a synthetic resin core(12). A roller is inserted into the core. An adhesion film(16) with adhesive is wound around the cushion member. The cushion member is made of polyethylene foam and has a 0.3~3mm thickness. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2011 ...

HANDY CLEANER

Disclosed is a handy cleaner. The handy cleaner according to the present invention includes: a body; an attaching roller rotatably coupled to one side of the body, and winding a tape with an attaching surface around the outer circumference surface; a collecting roller rotatably coupled to one side of the body in parallel with the attaching roller, and winding the tape unwound from the attaching roller, around the outer circumference surface; an attaching pulley rotating in conjunction with the attaching roller; a collecting pulley rotating in conjunction with the collecting roller; and a variable device mediating the rotation of the attaching pulley and the collecting pulley, and varying a relative number of revolutions between the attaching pulley and the collecting pulley. According to the present invention, the relative number of revolutions between the attaching pulley and the collecting pulley is varied by the variable device, so even if the amount of the tape wound around the collecting ...

limpador com fita

Limpeza ultra-sÈnica

LINT ROLLER HOLDER ASSEMBLY

A lint roller holder assembly having a lint roller support with an outer cylindrical surface. The lint roller support is dimensioned so that a tubular and cylindrical lint roller may be rotatably supported around the outer surface of the lint roller support. An elongated handle is axially slidably mounted to the lint roller support between a first position and a second position. In its first position, the handle extends axially outwardly from one end of the lint roller support when use of the lint roller assembly is desired. Conversely, in its second position, the handle is at least partially contained within the interior of the lint roller support for compact storage, display and/or transportation.

CLEANING DEVICE MADE FROM CLOSED-CELL, LATEX-FREE ELASTOMER FOAM

A cleaning device (110) suitable, in use, for picking up hair and particles, the cleaning device (110) comprising a unitary, elastomeric main body comprising a face comprising an integrally-formed wiper blade (112) and an integrally formed channel (140) adjacent the wiper blade (112) wherein the main body portion is manufactured from a latex-free, closed-cell elastomer foam. Suitably, the device (110) comprises an arched leading wiper blade (112) and a flat trailing wiper blade (114). The device can be used by latex-allergic users for grooming animals and/or for picking up pet hair and other debris from a range of surfaces.

STAIN RECEIVER FOR DRY CLEANING PROCESS

The present invention encompasses a stain receiver article and its use in a fabric cleaning process. The invention also encompasses a kit, comprising: (a) an aqueous fabric cleaning/refreshment composition which is, optionally, releasably contained on carrier substrate; a re-usable, preferably vapor-venting, containment bag; a stain receiver article according to this invention; optionally, but preferably, a fabric cleaning device, as disclosed herein; optionally, a re-usable holding tray; and optionally, a non-aqueous cleaning composition. The invention also encompasses the stain receiver article, itself.

DRY-CLEANING KIT FOR IN-DRYER USE

A method for cleaning soiled fabric articles is provided which comprises tumbling the soiled articles in a rotary clothes dryer at an elevated temperature, in a closed system, such as a sealed plastic bag, wherein said system also includes a fabric-cleaning article comprising a porous substrate sheet impregnated with a gelled liquid cleaning composition.

ULTRASONIC CLEANING PRODUCTS COMPRISING CLEANING COMPOSITION HAVING DISSOLVED GAS

Ultrasonic cleaning products comprise a cleaning composition comprising a cleaning component and a source of dissolved gas and an ultrasonic wave generating source for imparting ultrasonic energy to a surface to be cleaned. Methods for removing soil from a surface in need of cleaning comprise applying a cleaning composition comprising a cleaning component and a source of a dissolved gas to a surface in need of cleaning, and contacting the surface with a source of ultrasonic energy.

Stick for applying a liquid

A stick for applying liquids has a liquid reservoir formed directly by the housing of the stick. At one end of the stick, the housing forming the wall of the reservoir is easily broken, so that the liquid can flow out. This end of the stick is covered by a piece of absorbent material which soaks up the liquid leaving the reservoir. In use, the soaked absorbent material is rubbed against a surface to which liquid is to be applied.

FABRIC CARE DEVICE

A fabric care device comprising a body having first and second ends for attaching respective first and second fabric care attachments, wherein at least one of the first and second ends is adapted to detachably attach one of the first and second fabric care attachments. An attachment for a fabric care device selected from the group consisting of a depiller, a delinter, a fabric pile restorer, and a brush.

Scented roller to remove loose hairs

The scented roller to remove loose hairs from exposed skin surfaces has a solid, elongated handle with a distal end and a proximal end that allows a user to comfortably grasp the scented roller. A connecting fork is located at the proximal end of the handle, and a roller is removably placed in the connecting fork with a roll of adhesive tape disposed on the roller. The roll of adhesive tape has an exposed adhesive outer surface to collect and hold cut hair and debris from an exposed dirty surface. The tape has a scent or fragrance on the scented roller.

Fabric sweeper

A fabric cleaning device (410) comprises a housing (420), a roller (460), two sections of directional material (473) preferably provided inside the housing (420) on approximately opposite sides of the roller (460) and internally attached to the housing, and a stop locking the main roller at a specific point, wherein the roller only rotates about 90 degrees in both directions. The roller (460) and the sections of directional material (473) are preferably provided with velour. A roller (460) is disclosed which is circular and the sections of directional material (473) have the shape of segments of a circle such that the velour on the sections of directional material tangentially engages the velour (472) on the roller (460).

PILL REMOVER

PURPOSE: To provide the title remover so designed that an internal outer edge and external outer edge are brought into close contact with each other to make the edge hole smaller, while the both edges are separated from each other to make the edge hole larger, thereby various sizes of pills produced on a textile are cut with fluff roots left. CONSTITUTION: An outer edge 3 is so constituted that an internal outer edge 6 and external outer edge 5 are brought into mutual close contact or separated from each other to provide each outer edge 5, 6 with large-sized edge hole 1 and small-sized edge hole 2. When the outer edges 5 and 6 are separated from each other, the large-sized edge holes are ensured to coincide with each other, while said two edges 5, 6 are brought into close contact with each other, the small-sized edge hole 2 of the outer edge 6 is ensured to coincide with the large-sized edge hole 1 of the outer edge 5. COPYRIGHT: (C)1989,JPO&Japio ...

ПРИСПОСОБЛЕНИЕ ДЛЯ ЧИСТКИ ИЗДЕЛИЙ ХОЗЯЙСТВЕННО-БЫТОВОГО НАЗНАЧЕНИЯ

... 1. Приспособление для чистки изделий хозяйственно-бытового назначения, содержащее пластмассовый держатель с верхней и нижней гранями, несущий на последней рабочий элемент пористой структуры для чистки, имеющий пассивную и активную части, отличающееся тем, что держатель выполнен в форме объемного тела с боковыми, передней и задней гранями и с частично открытой посредством паза в нижней грани внутренней полостью, в которой монтирован посредством поджатия пассивной части и с возможностью замены рабочий элемент.2. Приспособление по п.1, отличающееся тем, что степень поджатия Е, %, пассивной части рабочего элемента во внутренней полости составляет 0 ... 80% и исчислена по формулегде S - ширина пассивной части рабочего элемента, мм,S- ширина внутренней полости держателя, мм.3. Приспособление по п.1, отличающееся тем, что на нижней грани держателя выполнены зубцы.4. Приспособление по п.1, отличающееся тем, что задняя грань держателя снабжена стенкой-упором.5. Приспособление по п.1, отличающееся ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ НАНЕСЕНИЯ ВЕЩЕСТВ НА ПОВЕРХНОСТЬ МАТЕРИАЛОВ

... 1. Устройство для нанесения веществ на поверхность материалов, содержащее пластмассовые крышку и основание, накопитель, имеющий активную часть и пассивную часть, включающую зону крепления накопителя, дополнительный объем наносимого вещества, отличающееся тем, что дополнительный объем наносимого вещества размещен в зоне крепления накопителя.2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что дополнительный объем наносимого вещества размещен внутри накопителя в контейнере.3. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что контейнер размещен в гнезде, выполненном в пассивной части накопителя.4. Устройство по пп. 2 и 3, отличающееся тем, что контейнер запаян с противоположных сторон.5. Устройство по пп.2 и 3, или 4, отличающееся тем, что контейнер выполнен мягким.6. Устройство по любому из пп.2-5, отличающееся тем, что контейнер выполнен из пластмассы.7. Устройство по п.6, отличающееся тем, что контейнер выполнен из полиэтилена низкого давления (ПЭНД).8. Устройство по пп.2-7, отличающееся тем, что контейнер ...

ДЕРЖАТЕЛЬ ДЛЯ РУЛОНА ЛЕНТЫ ПОЛИЭТИЛЕНОВОЙ С ЛИПКИМ СЛОЕМ

Изобретение относится к личным или бытовым устройствам для удовлетворения потребностей человека и может быть использовано для удержания рулона ленты полиэтиленовой с липким слоем в рулоне на бумажной основе, используемой в качестве сменного блока щетки-ролика для чистки одежды, путем плавного прокатывания липкого слоя полиэтиленовой ленты по поверхности одежды. Техническим результатом является обеспечение надежного удержания держателя на нескольких пальцах и кисти руки с плавным прокатыванием липкого слоя ленты по поверхности одежды и беспрепятственным отклеиванием части ленты от полиэтиленового основания и обертыванием ее вокруг рулона в сторону отклеивания и соединением ее с липким слоем. Предложенный держатель для рулона ленты полиэтиленовой с липким слоем выполнен в виде цилиндрического устройства ответной по форме внутренней части рулона ленты полиэтиленовой с липким слоем, содержащий внешнюю часть и основание, конструктивно выполненные с возможностью проворота внешней части относительно ...

СУХОЙ ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКИ ЧИСТЫЙ СПОСОБ ОЧИСТКИ ВСЕХ ВИДОВ ТКАНЕЙ, ТЕКСТИЛЬНЫХ ИЗДЕЛИЙ, ОДЕЖДЫ, МЕХОВ, КОВРОВ, КОЖИ И ДРУГИХ ИЗДЕЛИЙ ОТ МАСЛЯНЫХ ПЯТЕН

Изобретение относится к области экологии, в частности к замене токсичных органических растворителей, применяемых для выведения масляных пятен на различных изделиях, тканях, мехах и т.д. на нетоксичный реагент - оксид алюминия. Цель изобретения - улучшение экологии, упрощение и удешевление процесса очистки с одновременным улучшением качества очистки. Поставленная цель достигается тем, что для очистки масляных пятен вместо органических растворителей, например бензина, применяется порошок оксида алюминия, обладающий сильным и адсорбционными свойствами, т.е. очистка проходит сухим способом. На масляное пятно насыпается порошок, слегка втирается и для адсорбции масла порошком загрязненный образец оставляется на 20 - 40 мин. Далее порошок удаляется встряхиванием, протиранием щеткой или чистой ветошью. После сухого способа очистки не остается разводов, ореолов. Данный способ гарантирует высокое качество очистки. Преимущества предлагаемого способа по сравнению с базовым вариантом следующие: улучшение ...

AUFTRAGEVORRICHTUNG FÜR EINE KERNLOSE BANDROLLE

SCHAUMERZEUGUNG AUF CHEMISCHEM WEGE FUER REINIGUNGSZWECKE UND ZUR WAERMEABLEITUNG

Multifaceted scrubbing device

A multifaceted scrubbing device comprising a body having a head portion on one end and a handle on another end, the head portion having at least three faces for accommodating at least three working surfaces of one type or of different types. The working surfaces may be attached permanently to the faces on the head portion of the scrubbing device or they may be replaceable.

Clothing Wipe

A clothing wipe includes an applicator having a novel odor neutralizing formulation deposited on one layer that is bonded to another layer to form a finger mitt. The applicator is removed from a pouch and rubbed against a person's clothing that may have accumulated a variety of smoke, food, and other odors during an outing. The odors clinging to the clothing are neutralized by contact with the odor neutralizing formulation. The applicator is stored in the pouch when not in use. A method of fabricating the clothing wipe in a web process is disclosed.

PACKAGED PARTICULATE DETERGENT COMPOSITION

A packaged particulate detergent composition, wherein the composition comprises greater than 40 wt % detergent surfactant, at least 70% by number of the particles comprising a core, comprising mainly surfactant, and around the core, a water soluble coating in an amount of from 10 to 45 wt % based on the coated particle, each coated particle having perpendicular dimensions x, y and z, wherein x is from 0.2 to 2 mm, y is from 2.5 to 8 mm, and z is from 2.5 to 8 mm, the packaged particles being substantially the same shape and size as one another. 1. A packaged particulate detergent composition , wherein the composition comprises greater than 40 wt % detergent surfactant , at least 70% by number of the particles comprising a core , comprising mainly surfactant , and around the core , a water soluble coating in an amount of from 10 to 45 wt % based on the coated particle , each coated particle having perpendicular dimensions x , y and z , wherein x is from 0.2 to 2 mm , y is from 2.5 to 8 mm , and z is from 2.5 to 8 mm , the packaged particles being substantially the same shape and size as one another , wherein the ratio of the x to y is from 1:2 and 1:10 and the ratio of x to z is from 1:2 and 1:10 and the surfaces of each coated particle are curved in the x , y and z planes.2. A packaged composition according to claim in which the coating comprises at least 10 wt % of a water soluble salt.3. A packaged composition according to in which the salt comprises an inorganic salt.4. A packaged composition according to in which the inorganic salt comprises sodium carbonate.5. A packaged composition according to in which the amount of coating on each coated particle is from 20 to 35 wt %.6. A packaged composition according to in which the number percentage of the packaged composition of particles comprising the core and coating is at least 85%.7. A packaged composition according to in which the coated particles comprise from 0.001 to 3 wt % perfume.8. A packaged composition ...

METHOD FOR TREATING A STAIN IN CLOTHING

A method for treating stained fabric using a package. The package can have a backing layer having a second side and a pouch layer joined thereto to form a pouch. A fluid pervious contact substrate can be joined to a first side of the backing layer. The pouch can contain a stain treatment fluid. The package can have a first position in which first and second planar regions of the backing layer are substantially in plane with one another. The package can have a second position in which first planar region and second planar region are in a substantially angularly facing relationship. In the second position the pouch can be in fluid communication with the contact substrate. The stain treatment fluid can include a surfactant. 1. A method for treating a stained fabric comprising the steps of:providing a package for treating a stained fabric, said package comprising:a backing layer having a first side opposing a second side, said backing layer having a line of weakness, said second side having a first planar region and a second planar region on opposing sides of said line of weakness;a pouch layer joined with said second side of said backing layer thereby forming a pouch, said pouch containing a stain treatment fluid; anda fluid pervious contact substrate joined to said first side of said backing layer proximal said line of weakness;wherein said package has a first position in which said first planar region and said second planar region are substantially in plane with one another;wherein said package has a second position in which said first planar region and said second planar region are in a substantially angularly facing relationship;wherein in said first position at least a portion of said first planar region and at least a portion of said second planar region are integral with one another and in said second position at least a portion of said backing layer is discontinuous across said line of weakness;wherein in said second position said pouch is in fluid ...

Washing method

A method of laundering fabric in a laundry machine, comprising the steps of: a) placing the fabric into a laundry machine and adding a detergent composition; b) subjecting the fabric to a two-parts washing cycle having a first and a second consecutive sub-cycles, the first sub-cycle having a first washing liquor and the second sub-cycle having a second washing liquor wherein the first washing liquor is more concentrated than the second washing liquor and preferably wherein the duration of the first washing sub-cycle is longer than the duration of the second washing sub-cycle; and c) rinsing the fabric.

Stain-Discharging and Removing System

A cleaning composition that can discharge the color of blood, menstrual fluids, or other organic stains is provided. In particular, the present invention achieves a balance between control of unwanted liquid spreading by lateral wicking on a stained textile fabric to lessen the size of wet spots and maintaining the cleaning efficacy of the composition by means of specific kinds of thickening agents. The composition includes an oxidizing agent such as peroxides, a cell-lysing agent, a chelating agent, an antioxidant, a thickener, and other optional ingredients that are selectively employed to achieve an aqueous based composition that exhibits good shelf stability and stain removal properties. The thickening agent may include a cellulosic or clay material, starch, gum, fatty acid, fatty alcohol, hydrophilic colloidal particles, polyoxyethylene glycol or polyoxyethylene glycol derivatives including fatty acid esters and ethers, or a combination thereof. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for discharging a stain from a textile substrate , the method comprising: providing a textile substrate that has an organic colorant or stain on a first facing; applying an absorbent substrate against a side of said textile substrate either directly in contact to said first facing with the stain or on a second facing behind or opposite from said stain; treating with a stain-discharging composition the side of said textile substrate opposite of said absorbent substrate , such that said stain-discharging composition is drawn through said textile substrate with the stain into said absorbent substrate.14. The method according to claim 13 , further comprising mechanically abrading or physically agitating the textile substrate or stain either during or after the treating step.15. The method according to claim 14 , further comprises using a device to physically agitate the stain.16. The method according to claim 13 , wherein said stain-discharging composition comprises: about 0.10 wt. % to about 10 ...

DETERGENT DISPENSING AND PRE-TREATMENT CAP

A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. 1. A cap for dispensing a detergent composition , said cap comprising:a base having a base interior and a base exterior opposing said base interior, said base interior having a periphery; anda vessel wall having an interior surface and an exterior surface opposing said interior surface, said vessel wall extending from said periphery to a rim, said interior surface and said base interior defining a pour volume, said base interior forming a closed end of said pour volume, wherein said pour volume has a phreatic surface when filled with a detergent composition;wherein said cap is sealingly engaged to a container containing a detergent composition by a connector disposed on said cap and a corresponding receiver disposed on an opening of said container;wherein said base exterior has a first region and second region disposed thereon, said second region adjacent to said first region;wherein said first region comprises a plurality of first surface irregularities;wherein said second region comprises a plurality of second surface irregularities;wherein said first surface irregularities differ in shape from said second surface irregularities;wherein apexes of a plurality of first surface irregularities are in plane with apexes of a plurality of second surface irregularitieswherein apexes of said plurality of first surface irregularities and apexes of said plurality of second surface irregularities are substantially parallel with said phreatic surface.2. The cap of claim 1 , wherein said interior surface comprises one or more indicia denoting a unit dose of detergent.3. The cap of claim 1 , wherein a portion of said rim has the shape of a spout.4. The cap of claim 3 , wherein said first region is generally aligned with ...

APE-FREE SURFACTANT COMPOSITIONS AND USE THEREOF IN TEXTILE APPLICATIONS

A process for scouring textile materials is provided. The process comprising contacting the textile material with scouring textile materials, comprising contacting the textile materials with a composition comprising an alkyl alkoxylate sulfate of formula I, a nonionic alkyl alkoxylate of formula II, and water. 2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises sodium hydroxide.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises hydrogen peroxide.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the amount of the alkyl alkoxylate sulfate of formula I is from 20 to 70% by weight claim 1 , the amount of the nonionic alkyl alkoxylate of formula II is from 0.1 to 30% by weight claim 1 , the amount of water is from 25 to 75% by weight claim 1 , the amount of the sodium hydroxide is from 0 to 5% by weight claim 1 , and the amount of the hydrogen peroxide is 0 to 5% by weight claim 1 , based on the total weight of the anionic alkoxylate of formula I claim 1 , the nonionic alkyl alkoxylate of formula II claim 1 , the water claim 1 , the sodium hydroxide claim 1 , and the hydrogen peroxide.5. The process of claim 1 , wherein R1 in formula I and formula II is independently linear or branched C-Calkyl.6. The process of claim 1 , wherein Rin formula I is linear or branched Calkyl.7. The process of claim 1 , wherein Rin formula I and formula II is independently 2-ethylhexyl or 2-propylheptyl.8. The process of claim 1 , wherein y in formula I and formula II is independently from 1 to 11.9. The process of claim 1 , wherein x in formula I and formula II is independently from 4 to 6.10. The process of claim 1 , wherein x in formula I is 5.11. The process of claim 1 , wherein y in formula I is 3. This invention relates to a process of scouring textile materials using an alkylphenol ethoxylate (APE)-free surfactant composition. The surfactant composition includes an alkyl alkoxylate sulfate of the chemical structure described below.With increasing awareness on ...

CLEANING COMPOSITION, COATINGS PREPARED THEREFROM AND METHOD OF CLEANING

A cleaning composition includes a peroxide, an inorganic stabilizer, and a liquid carrier, and has a pH of greater than or equal to 8. Also disclosed is a coating including the cleaning composition. A method of cleaning a substrate includes applying the cleaning composition to at least a portion of a substrate in an amount effective to form a coating from the cleaning composition, and removing at least a portion of the coating from the substrate. 1. A cleaning composition comprising ,0.05 to 5 wt. % of a peroxide;greater than 0 to less than or equal to 2 wt. % of an inorganic stabilizer; anda liquid carrier;wherein weight percent of each component is based on the total weight of the cleaning composition;wherein the cleaning composition has a pH of greater than or equal to 8;wherein the composition retains at least 60% of the initial peroxide content subsequent to room temperature (25° C.) aging for at least 20 weeks.2. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , comprising 1.5 to 3.5 wt. % of the peroxide.3. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , comprising 0.1 to 0.3 wt. % of the peroxide.4. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , further comprising a pH adjusting compound in an amount effective to provide a pH of greater than or equal to 8.5. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning composition has a pH of 8 to 10.6. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 ,{'sub': '6-20', '1 to 25 wt. % of a first surfactant comprising a Calkyl group;'}{'sub': '6-20', '0 to 10 wt. % of a second surfactant comprising a Caromatic group;'}0.01 to 1 wt. % of a chelant; and57 to 99 wt. % of the liquid carrier.7. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , further comprising an odor neutralizing compound comprising an oligoethylene glycol.8. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , wherein the peroxide comprises hydrogen peroxide.9. The cleaning composition of claim 6 , wherein the first surfactant comprises lauryl sulfate or an alkali metal salt thereof claim ...

Compositions Containing Multiple Populations of Microcapsules

A consumer product including a fabric and home composition providing for multiple blooms of fragrance, the multiple blooms being provided for by different populations of microcapsules and method related thereto. 1. A consumer product comprising a composition , the composition comprising:an adjunct material;a first population of microcapsules, the first population having a first median volume weighted particle size and comprising microcapsules comprising a partitioning modifier and a first perfume oil at a first weight ratio; anda second population of microcapsules, the second population having a second median volume weighted particle size and comprising microcapsules comprising the partitioning modifier and a second perfume oil at a second weight ratio;wherein the first weight ratio and the second weight ratio are different, and/or the first median volume weighted particle size and the second median volume weighted particle size are different;wherein the composition is a fabric and home care composition.2. The consumer product of claim 1 , wherein the first weight ratio is a weight ratio of from 2:3 to 3:2 of the partitioning modifier to the first perfume oil; and wherein the second weight ratio is a weight ratio of greater than 0 to less than 2:3 of the partitioning modifier to the second perfume oil.3. The consumer product of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of the first population of microcapsules to the second population of microcapsules is greater than 0 to less than 1:1.4. The consumer product of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of the first population of microcapsules to the second population of microcapsules exceeds 1:1.5. The consumer product of claim 1 , wherein the median volume-weighted particle size is from 2 microns to 80 microns.6. The consumer product of claim 1 , wherein the first median volume weighted particle size is different from the second median volume weighted particle size.7. The consumer product of claim 1 , wherein the first perfume ...

Methods for Making Compositions Containing Multiple Populations of Microcapsules

A method of making a consumer product providing multiple blooms of fragrance, the multiple blooms being provided for by different populations of microcapsules. 1. A method of making a consumer product that provides multiple blooms of fragrance , the method comprising:combining a first adjunct material, a first population of microcapsules, and a second population of microcapsules to form the consumer product;wherein the first population has a first median volume weighted particle size and comprises microcapsules comprising a partitioning modifier and a first perfume oil at a first weight ratio; andwherein the second population of microcapsules has a second median volume weighted particle size and comprises microcapsules comprising the partitioning modifier and a second perfume oil at a second weight ratio;wherein the first weight ratio and the second weight ratio are different, and/or the first median volume weighted particle size and the second median volume weighted particle size are different.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first population of microcapsules and the second population of microcapsules is contained in a slurry prior to combining with the adjunct material.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the slurry includes one or more processing aids selected from the group consisting of a carrier claim 2 , an aggregate inhibiting material claim 2 , a deposition aid claim 2 , a particle suspending polymer claim 2 , and mixtures thereof.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first population of microcapsules and the second population of microcapsules is spray dried prior to combining with the adjunct material.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first weight ratio is a weight ratio of from 2:3 to 3:2 of the partitioning modifier to the first perfume oil; and wherein the second weight ratio is a weight ratio of greater than 0 to less than 2:3 of the partitioning modifier to the second perfume oil.6. The method of claim 1 , ...

SERINE PROTEASES

The present disclosure relates to serine proteases and variants thereof. Compositions containing the serine proteases are suitable for use in cleaning fabrics and hard surfaces, as well as in a variety of industrial applications. 1. A composition comprising a surfactant and a recombinant polypeptide or an active fragment thereof comprising an amino acid sequence having at least 93% amino acid sequence identity to an amino acid sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NOs:3 , 6 , 9 , and 12.2. The composition of claim 1 , with the proviso that the polypeptide or active fragment thereof does not comprise WP_034632645 or WP_047986748.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide has protease activity.4. The composition of claim 3 , wherein the protease activity is subtilisin protease activity.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide has protease activity in the presence of a surfactant.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide has cleaning activity in a detergent composition.7. The composition of of claim 6 , wherein the detergent composition is an automatic dishwashing detergent and claim 6 , optionally claim 6 , wherein the cleaning activity comprises hydrolysis of an egg yolk substrate.8. The composition of claim 6 , wherein the detergent composition is a laundry detergent and claim 6 , optionally claim 6 , wherein the cleaning activity comprises hydrolysis of a substrate selected from the group consisting of blood claim 6 , milk claim 6 , ink and combinations thereof.9. The composition of claim 8 , wherein the laundry detergent is a liquid laundry detergent or a powder laundry detergent.10. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide has a thermostability Tvalue of at least 60° C.11. (canceled)12. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the surfactant is selected from the group consisting of an anionic surfactant claim 1 , a cationic surfactant claim 1 , a zwitterionic surfactant claim 1 , an ampholytic ...

AMPHIPHILIC POLYSACCHARIDE DERIVATIVES AND COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SAME

The disclosure relates to compositions comprising a polysaccharide derivative, wherein the polysaccharide derivative comprises a polysaccharide substituted with a) at least one hydrophobic group, and b) at least one hydrophilic group, wherein the polysaccharide is poly alpha-1,3-glucan, poly alpha-1,6-glucan, or poly alpha-1,3-1,6-glucan. 1. A composition comprising:a polysaccharide derivative, wherein the polysaccharide derivative comprises a polysaccharide substituted witha) at least one hydrophobic group; andb) at least one hydrophilic group;wherein the polysaccharide is poly alpha-1,3-glucan, poly alpha-1,6-glucan, or poly alph-1,3-1,6-glucan.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the poly alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glucan comprises a backbone of glucose monomer units wherein greater than or equal to 50% of the glucose monomer units are linked via alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glycosidic linkages.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the poly alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glucan comprises a backbone of glucose monomer units wherein greater than or equal to 90% of the glucose monomer units are linked via alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glycosidic linkages.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the poly alpha-1 claim 1 ,6-glucan comprises a backbone of glucose monomer units wherein greater than or equal to 40% of the glucose monomer units are linked via alpha-1 claim 1 ,6-glycosodic linkages.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the poly alpha-1 claim 1 ,6-glucan has a degree of alpha-1 claim 1 ,2-branching that is less than 50%.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one hydrophobic group comprises a Cto Calkyl claim 1 , a Cto Calkene claim 1 , a Cto Calkyne claim 1 , a polyether comprising repeat units of (—CHCHO—) claim 1 , (—CHCH(CH)O—) claim 1 , or mixtures thereof claim 1 , wherein the total number of repeat units is in the range of from 3 to 100 claim 1 , a Cto Caryl claim 1 , a benzyl claim 1 , a C-Calkyl sulfonyl claim 1 , a C-Caryl sulfonyl claim 1 , a p-toluenesulfonyl group ...

CLEANING COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING ESTERAMINES

Cleaning compositions that include esteramines. Related methods of preparation and use. 2. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein{'sup': '1', 'sub': 4', '30, 'Ris C-C-alkyl, and'}{'sup': '2', 'sub': 3', '12, 'Ris C-C-alkylene.'}3. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein{'sup': '1', 'sub': 6', '21, 'Ris C-C-alkyl, and'}{'sup': '2', 'sub': 3', '6, 'Ris C-C-alkylene.'}4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein{'sup': 1', '1, 'sub': 6', '21', '8', '12, 'i) Ris a mixture of at least two individual substituents, preferably Ris a mixture of at least two C-C-alkyl substituents, more preferably of at least two C-C-alkyl substituents, and/or'}{'sup': '1', 'sub': 4', '30', '4', '30', '6', '21', '8', '12, 'ii) Ris unsubstituted straight-chain or branched C-C-alkyl or C-C-alkenyl, preferably unsubstituted straight-chain or branched C-C-alkyl, more preferably unsubstituted straight-chain or branched C-C-alkyl.'}5. The composition according to any claim 1 , wherein{'sup': '2', 'sub': 2', '12', '3', '6, 'i) Ris straight-chain C-C-alkylene, preferably straight-chain C-C-alkylene, or'}{'sup': 2', '7', '9', '11', '5', '7, 'sub': 2', 'm', '2', 'o', '2', '3', '2', '2', 'p', '2', '2', 'r, 'claim-text': [{'sup': 5', '7', '9', '11', '5', '7', '9', '11, 'R, R, Rand Rare independently of each other selected from H or methyl, preferably R, R, Rand Rare H,'}, 'm is an integer from 1 to 10, preferably m is 1,', 'n is an integer from 2 to 6, preferably n is 2,', 'o is an integer from 0 to 5, preferably o is 0 or 1,', 'p is an integer from 1 to 3, preferably p is 1, and', 'r is an integer from 1 to 3, preferably r is 1., 'ii) Ris —(CH—CHR—O)—CH—CHR—, —(CHR)—CHR—CHR—O—(CH)— or —(CH—CH)—O—(CH—CH)—,'}6. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises a salt of the esteramine according to claim 1 , wherein the salt is formed by at least partial protonation of the amine group by an acid being a protic organic or inorganic acid.7. A cleaning composition ...

FORMULATION COMPRISING POLYMER PARTICLES AND A METHOD OF TREATING A SUBSTRATE WITH SAID FORMULATION IN A LIQUID MEDIUM

A formulation comprising a multiplicity of solid polymer particles, wherein said polymer is selected from polyamide and polyester, wherein a polyalkylene glycol is covalently attached to said polymer at the surface of said polymer particles; and a method for treating a substrate comprising agitating the substrate with said formulation and a liquid medium, particularly wherein the method of treating is a laundry method. 1. A formulation comprising a multiplicity of solid polymer particles , wherein said polymer is selected from polyamide and polyester , wherein a polyalkylene glycol is covalently attached to said polymer at the surface of said polymer particles.2. A formulation according to wherein the polymer matrix of said polymer particles consists of monomeric repeating units linked by amide and/or ester linkages claim 1 , wherein at least one terminus of at least one polymer chain is terminated by said covalently attached polyalkylene glycol at the surface of said polymer particles.3. A formulation according to wherein a polyalkylene glycol is covalently attached to said polymer at the surface of said polymer particles such that the polymer matrix of said polymer particles consists of monomeric repeating units linked by amide and/or ester linkages claim 1 , wherein at least one terminus of at least one polymer chain is terminated by said covalently attached polyalkylene glycol at the surface of said polymer particles.4. A formulation according to claim 1 , or wherein the amount Mof covalently bound polyalkylene glycol at the surface is greater than the amount Mof covalently bound polyalkylene glycol inside the particle claim 1 , preferably wherein the ratio M:Mis at least 10:1.5. A formulation according to any preceding claim wherein covalently bound polyalkylene glycol is not located inside the particle claim 1 , preferably wherein polyalkylene glycol is not located inside the particle6. A formulation according to any preceding claim wherein said polyalkylene ...

Process

A method of providing a modifier on the surface of an active-containing core-shell aminoplast microcapsule, including the covalent attachment of the modifier to the capsule shell surface by means of a coupling compound capable of covalent bonding to both shell and modifier by means of epoxy groups on the coupling compound. The method is especially useful for enhancing the substantiveness to fabrics of fragrance microcapsules added to laundry products. 1. A method of providing a modifier on the surface of an active-containing core-shell aminoplast microcapsule , comprising the covalent attachment of the modifier to the capsule shell surface by means of a coupling compound capable of covalent bonding to both shell and modifier by means of epoxy groups on the coupling compound.2. The method according to claim 1 , in which the shell is of melamine-formaldehyde resin.3. The method according to claim 1 , in which the modifier is selected from a polysaccharide and an enzyme.4. The method according to claim 3 , in which the enzyme is a lipase.5. The method according to claim 1 , in which the coupling compound is poly(ethylene glycol) diglycidyl ether having an Mof from 300-10 claim 1 ,000.6. The method according to claim 1 , in which the coupling compound is glycidyl methacrylate.7. The method according to claim 6 , in which the epoxy group of the glycidyl methacrylate is first reacted with the aminoplast of the shell claim 6 , and free-radical addition polymerisation is then initiated with other glycidyl methacrylate molecules claim 6 , to provide a plurality of epoxy groups.8. The method according to claim 1 , in which the coupling compound is first attached covalently to the shell claim 1 , and subsequently is covalently attached to the modifier.9. The method according to claim 1 , in which the coupling compound is first attached covalently to the modifier claim 1 , and subsequently is covalently attached to the shell.10. The method according to in which the modifier is ...

BENEFIT AGENT CONTAINING DELIVERY PARTICLE

Benefit agent containing delivery particles that can be supplied as slurries, compositions comprising such particles, and processes for making and using such particles and compositions. 2. The composition of wherein said partitioning modifier comprises propan-2-yl tetradecanoate.3. The composition according to wherein said shell comprises a polyacrylate.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said shell comprises a polymer derived from a material that comprises one or more multifunctional acrylate moieties.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said shell comprises a polymer derived from a material that comprises one or more multifunctional acrylate and/or methacrylate moieties.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said benefit agent containing delivery particles having a volume weighted mean particle size from about 5 microns to about 45 microns or a volume weighted mean particle size from about 25 microns to about 60 microns claim 1 , said composition comprising claim 1 , based on total composition weight claim 1 , from about 0.1% to about 35% of a fabric softener active.7. The composition according to claim 1 , said composition comprising claim 1 , based on total composition weight claim 1 , from about 5% to about 95% of a surfactant.8. The composition according to wherein said composition comprises claim 1 , based on total composition weight claim 1 , from about 5% to about 20% water claim 1 , said composition being encased in a film.9. The composition according to claim 1 , said composition comprising a liquid and/or gel and a film claim 1 , said film encasing said liquid and/or gel claim 1 , optionally said liquid or gel comprising a suspended solid.10. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said benefit agent containing delivery particles have a volume weighted mean particles size from about 2 microns to about 40 microns claim 1 , said composition comprising based on total composition weight claim 1 , from about 5% to about 95% ...

SOLVENT COMPOSITION, CLEANING METHOD AND METHOD OF FORMING A COATING FILM

There is provided a solvent composition which is a stable solvent composition which is excellent in solubility of various organic substances, has a sufficient drying property, and has no adverse effect on a global environment, is stabilized not to decompose, and moreover suppresses metal corrosion under coexistence with metal, and which can be used without having an adverse effect on articles of various materials such as metal, plastic, and elastomer in a wide range of industrial uses such as cleaning and dilution coating uses. A solvent composition including: a solvent (A) including (D-1-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propene; and a stabilizer (B) consisting of HCFC whose boiling point at normal pressure is not lower than 30° C. nor higher than 60° C. 110-. (canceled)11. A solvent composition comprising:a solvent including (Z)-1-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propene; anda saturated hydrochlorofluorocarbon whose boiling point at normal pressure is not lower than 30° C. nor higher than 60° C. as a stabilizer,wherein the saturated hydrochlorofluorocarbon is one or more selected from the group consisting of 1-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropane, 1,1-dichloro-2,2,3,3,3-pentafluoropropane, and 1,3-dichloro-1,1,2,2,3-pentafluoropropane.12. The solvent composition according to claim 11 , wherein a proportion of a content of the stabilizer claim 11 , relative to a content of the solvent claim 11 , is 1 mass ppm to 1 mass %.13. The solvent composition according to claim 11 , wherein a proportion of a content of the stabilizer claim 11 , relative to a content of (Z)-1-chloro-3 claim 11 ,3 claim 11 ,3-trifluoro-1-propene claim 11 , is 1 mass ppm to 1 mass %.14. The solvent composition according to claim 11 , wherein a proportion of a content of (Z)-1-chloro-3 claim 11 ,3 claim 11 ,3-trifluoro-1-propene claim 11 , relative to a total amount of the solvent claim 11 , is 80 to 100 mass %.15. A cleaning method comprising bringing the solvent composition according to and an article to be cleaned ...

CONCENTRATED LIQUID DETERGENTS INCLUDING ANTIREDEPOSITION POLYMERS

Provided herein is a concentrated liquid detergent that includes, based on the total amount of the concentrated liquid detergent, (a) 0.1 to 10 weight percent of an antiredeposition polymer, (b) 30 to 70 weight percent of at least one surfactant; (c) 5 to 69.9 weight percent of at least one additional solvent other than water; and (d) 0 to 20 weight percent water. The antiredeposition polymer (a) is a reaction product of, based on the total amount of the antiredeposition polymer, 25 to 60 weight percent of at least one (meth)acrylic acid monomer and 40 to 75 weight percent of at least one radically-polymerizable monomer. 1. A concentrated liquid detergent comprising , based on the total amount of the concentrated liquid detergent: (1) 25 to 60 weight percent of at least one (meth)acrylic acid monomer, and', '(2) 40 to 75 weight percent of at least one radically-polymerizable monomer having radically polymerizable groups selected from a linear α-olefin, a branched α-olefin, a styrenic monomer, a vinyl or allylic ether monomer, an ethylenic monomer, a (meth)acrylate monomer and combinations thereof;, '(a) 0.1 to 10 weight percent of an antiredeposition polymer comprising the reaction product of, based on the total amount of the antiredeposition polymer(b) 30 to 70 weight percent of at least one surfactant;(c) 5 to 69.9 weight percent of at least one solvent other than water; and(d) 0 to 20 weight percent water.2. The concentrated liquid detergent according to claim 1 , wherein the reaction product further comprises:(3) greater than 0 to 16 weight percent of at least one monomer of maleic anhydride, said at least one monomer of maleic anhydride being ring-opened after polymerization with a hydroxide ion.3. The concentrated liquid detergent according to claim 1 , wherein (a) the antiredeposition polymer has a weight average molecular weight ranging from 1 claim 1 ,000 to 100 claim 1 ,000 g/mole (Daltons) claim 1 , as measured by gel permeation chromatography.4. The ...

DYE SCAVENGER AND METHOD OF PRODUCTION OF DYE SCAVENGER

A dye scavenger is provided that comprises a biodegradable hydrogel formed of at least one polymer chemically cross-linked by a cross-linker. The dye scavenger removes dyes rapidly, is prepared in an environmentally friendly manner, is reusable and biodegradable and can optionally incorporate other features of laundry compositions. The dye scavenger is useful for preventing dye transfer between fabrics in laundry and for removing dyes from waste water. 1. A dye scavenger comprising a biodegradable hydrogel , wherein the hydrogel comprises:a first polymer chemically cross-linked by a cross-linker.2. A dye scavenger according to claim 1 , wherein the first polymer is a natural polymer.3. A dye scavenger according to claim 1 , wherein the first polymer is selected from alginic acid and salts thereof claim 1 , cellulose claim 1 , lignin claim 1 , bacterial nanocellulose claim 1 , type A gelatin claim 1 , type B gelatin claim 1 , chitin claim 1 , chitosan claim 1 , pectin claim 1 , natural gum claim 1 , protein claim 1 , starch claim 1 , and derivatives thereof.4. A dye scavenger according to claim 1 , wherein the first polymer is chitosan.5. A dye scavenger according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrogel further comprises a second polymer.6. A dye scavenger according to claim 5 , wherein the second polymer is a natural polymer.7. A dye scavenger according to claim 5 , wherein the second polymer is selected from alginic acid and salts thereof claim 5 , cellulose claim 5 , lignin claim 5 , bacterial nanocellulose claim 5 , type A gelatin claim 5 , type B gelatin claim 5 , chitin claim 5 , chitosan claim 5 , pectin claim 5 , natural gum claim 5 , protein claim 5 , starch claim 5 , and derivatives thereof.8. A dye scavenger according to claim 5 , wherein the second polymer is sodium alginate.9. A dye scavenger according to claim 1 , wherein the cross-linker is selected from an acid such as 2-hydroxypropane-1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,3-tricarboxylic acid claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,5- ...

Low pH Powder Detergent Composition

The invention relates to low pH powder detergent composition comprising at least one polypeptide having alpha-amylase activity and at least 60%, such as 65%, such as 70%, such as 75%, such as 80%, such as 85%, such as 90%, such as 95%, such as 97% sequence identity to SEQ ID NOs: 1-19 and the composition has a pH value below 9.5. 1. A powder detergent composition comprising at least one polypeptide having alpha-amylase activity and at least 60% , but less than 100% sequence identity to SEQ ID NOs: 1-19 , wherein the composition has a pH value below 9.5 , wherein pH is determined in a 5 g/l solution of the composition in deionized water at 20° C.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the pH is in the range of 7.0-9.5; such as in the range of 7.5 to 9.0; such as in the range of 8.0 to 9.0.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide having alpha-amylase activity has at least 60% claim 1 , at least 65% claim 1 , at least 70% claim 1 , at least 75% claim 1 , at least 80% claim 1 , at least 85% claim 1 , at least 90% or at least 95% but less than 100% sequence identity to SEQ ID NOs: 1-19.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises one or more detergent components.5. The composition of claim 4 , wherein detergent components selected from the group consisting of surfactants claim 4 , hydrotropes claim 4 , builders claim 4 , co-builders claim 4 , chelators or chelating agents claim 4 , bleaching system or bleach components claim 4 , polymers claim 4 , fabric hueing agents claim 4 , fabric conditioners claim 4 , foam boosters claim 4 , suds suppressors claim 4 , dispersants claim 4 , dye transfer inhibitors claim 4 , fluorescent whitening agents claim 4 , perfumes claim 4 , optical brighteners claim 4 , bactericides claim 4 , fungicides claim 4 , soil suspending agents claim 4 , soil release polymers claim 4 , anti-redeposition agents claim 4 , enzyme inhibitors or stabilizers claim 4 , enzyme activators claim 4 , ...

FABRIC CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING METATHESIZED UNSATURATED POLYOL ESTERS

The present invention relates to fabric cleaning and/or treatment compositions as well as methods of making and using same. Such fabric cleaning and/or treatment compositions contain species of metathesized unsaturated polyol esters that have the correct rheology. Thus, such species of metathesized unsaturated polyol esters provide unexpectedly improved softenening performance and formulability. 1. A composition comprising , (i) a weight average molecular weight of from about 5,000 Daltons to about 50,000 Daltons;', '(ii) an oligomer index from greater than 0 to 1;', '(iii) an iodine value of from about 30 to about 200; and, 'a) a metathesized unsaturated polyol ester, said metathesized unsaturated polyol ester having one or more of the following propertiesb) a material selected from the group consisting of a fabric softener active, a fabric care benefit agent, an anionic surfactant scavenger, a delivery enhancing agent, a perfume, a perfume delivery system, a structurant, a soil dispersing polymer, a brightener, a hueing dye, dye transfer inhibiting agent, builder, surfactant, an enzyme and mixtures thereof, and optionally a carrier.2. A composition according to claim 1 , said metathesized unsaturated polyol ester having a weight average molecular weight of from about 5 claim 1 ,000 Daltons to about 50 claim 1 ,000 Daltons.3. A composition according to wherein said metathesized unsaturated polyol ester has an iodine value of from about 30 to about 200.4. A composition comprising: (i) a free hydrocarbon content, based on total weight of metathesized unsaturated polyol ester of from about 0% to about 5%;', '(ii) an oligomer index from greater than 0 to 1;', '(iii) an iodine value of from about 8 to about 200; and, 'a) a metathesized unsaturated polyol ester, said metathesized unsaturated polyol ester having a weight average molecular weight of from about 2,000 Daltons to about 50,000 Daltons; and one or more of the following propertiesb) a material selected from the ...

PRODUCT FOR CLEANING SURFACES

A product for cleaning a surface includes a combination of a first composition with a second composition. The first composition includes hydrogen peroxide and makes up 94-99.5% of the combination by weight. The second composition includes at least one of a silicate, a carbonate, a bicarbonate and a percarbonate and makes up 0.5-6% of the combination by weight. The first composition and the second composition are stored in separate vessels until combined to form the combination. The combination is applied to the surface after mixing. 1. A product for cleaning a surface , the product comprising: a first composition including hydrogen peroxide and making up 94-99.5% of the combination by weight; and', 'a second composition including at least one of a silicate, a carbonate, a bicarbonate and a percarbonate and making up 0.5-6% of the combination by weight., 'a combination, including2. The product of claim 1 , wherein:the second composition includes silicate in an effective amount to clean a porous surface.3. The product of claim 1 , wherein:the second composition includes at least one of carbonate, percarbonate, and bicarbonate in an effective amount to clean a fabric or textile surface.4. The product of claim 1 , wherein:the second composition includes at least one of carbonate, percarbonate, and bicarbonate in an amount sufficient to clean a smooth, hard surface.5. The product of claim 1 , wherein:the combination includes a ratio of the first composition to the second composition of approximately 16:1 to approximately 64:1.6. The product of claim 5 , wherein:the ratio of the first composition to the second composition is approximately 32:1.7. The product of claim 1 , wherein:the first composition is 97-98.5% of the combination by weight; andthe second composition is 1.5-3% of the combination by weight.8. The product of claim 1 , wherein:the first composition is aqueous hydrogen peroxide having between 4% and 50% active hydrogen peroxide and between 50% and 96% water.9 ...

Method For Producing A Washing Agent With Improved Optical And Rheological Properties

A method for producing a liquid, surfactant-containing washing agent containing: i) 20 to 80 wt. % surfactant; ii) 2 to 15 wt. % fatty acid; iii) 0.3 to 8 wt. % of salt of a divalent cation; iv) 8 to 35 wt. % solvent; the method including the steps of: a) providing a first flowable washing agent preparation containing a surfactant, fatty acid and solvent; b) introducing the salt of a divalent cation into the liquid composition so as to form a salt-containing composition; c) mixing the salt-containing composition. 1. A method for producing an opacified liquid , surfactant-containing washing agent containingi) 20 to 80 wt. % surfactant;ii) 4 to 12 wt. % fatty acid;iii) 0.3 to 8 wt. % of salt of a divalent cation;iv) 8 to 35 wt. % solvent;said method comprising the steps of:a) providing a first flowable washing agent preparation containing a surfactant, fatty acid and solvent and having a turbidity below 60 NTU;b) introducing the salt of a divalent cation into the washing agent preparation containing a surfactant, fatty acid and solvent so as to form a cloudy salt-containing composition having a turbidity above 60 NTU, wherein step b) does not include introducing an enzyme; andc) mixing the salt-containing composition.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the first flowable washing agent preparation is continuously introduced from a buffer container into a main line.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the salt of a divalent cation is continuously introduced into the main line via a secondary line.4. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the salt of a divalent cation is introduced into the main line claim 2 , via a secondary line claim 2 , in the form of an aqueous solution.5. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the salt of a divalent cation is introduced into the main line via a secondary line having and an outlet opening located within a mixing zone of a mixing device positioned within the main line.6. The method according to claim 1 , ...

DEVICE FOR INCORPORATING AN ACTIVE LAUNDRY INGREDIENT INTO A FABRIC

Devices and systems are provided for incorporating an active laundry ingredient into a fabric. The device includes a sleeve that is removably attached to a container closure. The sleeve includes an exterior surface, a number of irregularities extending outward from the exterior surface to incorporate the active laundry ingredient into the fabric, and an opening to removably attach the device to a container closure. 1. A device for incorporating an active laundry ingredient into a fabric , the device comprising: an exterior surface;', 'a number of irregularities extending outward from the exterior surface to incorporate the active laundry ingredient into the fabric; and', 'an opening to removably attach the device to a container closure., 'a sleeve that is removably attached to a container closure, the sleeve comprising;'}2. The device of claim 1 , in which the number of irregularities extend outward from a top portion of the exterior surface of the sleeve.3. The device of claim 1 , in which the number of irregularities extend outward from a side portion of the exterior surface of the sleeve.4. The device of claim 1 , in which the sleeve is cylindrical in shape.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an ergonomic feature to allow proper alignment of the number of irregularities with the fabric.6. The device of claim 1 , in which the sleeve is made from a single material.7. The device of claim 1 , in which a durometer of the number of irregularities are selected based on a fabric type claim 1 , a treatment level claim 1 , or combinations thereof.8. The device of claim 1 , in which a profile of the number of irregularities is selected based on a fabric type claim 1 , a treatment level claim 1 , or combinations thereof.9. The device of claim 1 , in which a quantity of the number of irregularities is selected based on a fabric type claim 1 , a treatment level claim 1 , or combinations thereof.10. A system for incorporating an active laundry ingredient into a fabric ...

METHOD OF ELIMINATING ODOR

A method of eliminating odor by utilizing a tablet that is formed from sodium carbonate, sodium percarbonate, polyethylene glycol, and linear alkylbenzene sulfonate. The tablet is dissolved within water in order to form a scent neutralizing solution and then applied to an individual's clothing to eliminate the scent of the individual for hunting purposes. 1. A method of eliminating odor comprising the steps:forming a tablet comprising sodium carbonate, sodium percarbonate, polyethylene glycol and linear alkylbenzene sulfonate;dissolving the tablet in water to form a scent neutralizing solution; andapplying the scent neutralizing solution to clothing.2. The method of wherein the tablet further comprises citric acid.3. The method of wherein the tablet comprises by weight 25-40% sodium carbonate claim 2 , 25-35% sodium percarbonate claim 2 , 20-30% citric acid claim 2 , 1-5% polyethylene glycol and 1-5% linear alkylbenzene sulfonate.4. The method of where the tablet further comprises boric acid and ethylenediamineetetracetate tetrasodium.5. The method of wherein the tablet comprises by weight 10-25% sodium carbonate claim 4 , 50-60% sodium percarbonate claim 4 , 10-20% boric acid claim 4 , 1-5% polyethylene glycol claim 4 , 1-5% linear alkylbenzene sulfonate and 1-10% ethylenediaminetetracetate tetrasodium.6. The method of wherein the tablet is placed in a container with the water and clothing and agitated to dissolve the tablet and apply the scent neutralizing solution to the clothing.7. The method of wherein the container is a washing machine.8. The method of wherein the container is a bottle. This invention relates to eliminating human odor. More specifically, this invention relates to a tablet utilized to eliminate human scent from clothing for hunting purposes.Individuals have hunted animals for many years for sport and food. Oftentimes animals such as deer can pick up the scent of hunters causing them to avoid the hunters thus minimizing the chances of a ...

DRYING-AID FOR LAUNDRY

Provided are drying aid compositions, which comprise an ethylene oxide-propylene oxide-ethylene oxide (EO/PO/EO) triblock copolymer and an aminosilicone. The compositions can be added to the aqueous bath during the laundry process to reduce the drying time of a textile. Also provided is a process for laundering a textile, which comprises contacting the textile with an aqueous bath containing a drying aid composition comprising an ethylene oxide-propylene oxide-ethylene oxide (EO/PO/EO) triblock copolymer and an aminosilicone. 133-. (canceled)35. The process of claim 34 , wherein the EO/PO/EO triblock copolymer has a molar mass of from about 500 g/mol to about 5000 g/mol.36. The process of claim 34 , wherein the EO/PO/EO triblock copolymer comprises a PO block having a molar mass of from about 450 g/mol to about 4500 g/mol.37. The process of claim 34 , wherein the EO/PO/EO triblock copolymer comprises from about 1% by weight to about 25% by weight EO.38. The process of claim 34 , wherein the aminosilicone comprises a polydimethylsiloxane with amino functional groups.39. The process of claim 34 , wherein separating the textile from the aqueous bath comprises an extraction step.40. The process of claim 34 , wherein drying the textile comprises tumble drying.41. The process of claim 34 , wherein the aqueous bath is at a temperature of about room temperature.42. The process of claim 34 , wherein the aqueous bath is at a temperature from about 15° C. to about 60° C.43. The process of claim 34 , wherein the aqueous bath has a pH from about 3 to about 8.5. This application claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/104,929, filed Jan. 19, 2015, the entire content of which is hereby incorporated by reference.Drying operations can be one of the primary bottlenecks in an industrial laundry operation if not performed efficiently. Further, drying operations consume upwards of 65% of the total energy consumed in a laundering process.According ...

SILICONE COMPOUNDS

The present application relates to silicone compounds, compositions, packaged products and displays comprising such silicone compounds, and processes for making and using such compositions, packaged products and displays comprising such compositions. Such compositions have improved deposition and retention properties that may impart improved benefit characteristics to a composition and/or situs yet which changes its hydrophilicity/charge when desired. Such silicone compounds solve the further problem of malodor reduction as, in addition to maldor masking, such compounds block a malodor's access to a sensory cell, yet leave such sensor cell open to other molecules, for example scent molecules. Thus, the malodor control technologies disclosed herein do not unduly interfere with the scent of the perfumed or unperfumed situs that is treated with the malodor control technology. 1. A silicone compound comprising:a) a silicone moiety;b) a moiety comprising a substituted organic moiety that comprises a benefit agent fragment; andc) a moiety comprising a cleavable bond, said moiety comprising said cleavable bond linking said silicone moiety and said moiety comprising said substituted organic moiety.8. The silicone compound according to claim 1 , wherein said benefit agent fragment is a fragment of a benefit agent selected from the group consisting of a silicones claim 1 , perfume raw materials claim 1 , deodorants claim 1 , odor counteractants claim 1 , malodors claim 1 , essential oils claim 1 , ethers claim 1 , esters claim 1 , ketones claim 1 , alcohols claim 1 , glycols claim 1 , silicone hydrocarbons claim 1 , cyclic hydrocarbons claim 1 , aldehydes claim 1 , terpines claim 1 , insecticides claim 1 , insect repellants claim 1 , pesticides claim 1 , antimicrobial agents claim 1 , fungicides claim 1 , herbicides and mixtures thereof.9. The silicone compound according to claim 1 , wherein said benefit agent fragment is a fragment of a benefit agent that comprises a moiety ...

METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR REDUCING PERSISTENT ODOR IN CLOTHING AND MITIGATING BIOFILMS

Novel methods and compositions for treating textiles and other materials are disclosed in which persistent odor or other symptoms of biofilm presence can be reduced through the use of compositions comprising a biofilm attack agent such as N-acetyl cysteine or certain enzymes, coupled with surfactants and other agents. 1. A method for treating a textile item having or suspected of having biofilm matter in one or more regions associated with persistent odor , the method comprising applying an enzymatic composition to the one or more regions having biofilm matter , providing suitable time for the enzymatic mixture to attack the biofilm , and then washing the textile item , wherein the enzymatic composition comprises: (a) water , (b) from 5% to 60% of a surfactant , (c) from 1% to 20% of an enzyme mixture comprising at least two of lysozyme , proteinase , amylase , mannanase , lipase , pectinase , DNAse and cellulase; and (d) from 0.1% to 10% of N-acetyl cysteine.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition further comprises from 0.01% to 8% by weight of bacterial spores adapted to become active in response to the presence of contaminants on textiles selected from at least one of proteins claim 1 , carbohydrates claim 1 , lipids claim 1 , and carbohydrates claim 1 , the spores then producing enzymes that attack a portion of said contaminants.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the concentration of the bacterial spores is between 1×10and 5×10colony forming units per ml.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition is packaged with indicia instructing a user to wait at least 5 minutes between applying the enzymatic composition and washing the textile claim 1 , wherein washing comprises washing in water with a laundry detergent.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition comprises at least two portions claim 1 , a first portion comprising an enzyme mixture and a second portion comprising N-acetyl cysteine claim 1 , further ...

Polypeptides Comprising Carbohydrate Binding Activity in Detergent Compositions And Their use in Reducing Wrinkles in Textile or Fabrics

Disclosed is the use of polypeptides having carbohydrate binding properties, such as CBM, for reducing the wrinkles in laundry. Also detergent compositions comprising CBM are disclosed. 128-. (canceled)29. A method for reducing wrinkles and/or providing increased anti-crease properties and/or providing improved ease of ironing and/or providing improved shape retention in a cleaning process of a fabric or textile , comprising contacting the fabric or textile with a liquid solution comprising a polypeptide having carbohydrate binding activity.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein the liquid solution is a wash liquor.31. The method of claim 29 , provided as a laundry booster.32. The method of claim 29 , wherein the polypeptide is of microbial origin.33. The method of claim 29 , wherein the polypeptide having carbohydrate binding activity is selected from the group consisting of carbohydrate binding modules (CBM) and mixtures thereof.34. The method of claim 29 , wherein the carbohydrate binding module is derived from a polypeptide having glycoside hydrolase claim 29 , xylanase claim 29 , endoglucanase claim 29 , activity.35. The method of claim 29 , wherein the carbohydrate binding module is selected from the group consisting of CBM family 1 claim 29 , 4 claim 29 , 17 claim 29 , 28 claim 29 , 30 claim 29 , 44 claim 29 , 72 and 79 claim 29 , and mixtures thereof.36. The method of claim 33 , wherein the CBM is selected from the group consisting of polypeptides having at least 60% sequence identity to one of SEQ ID NO: 2 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 4 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 6 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 8 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 10 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 12 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 14 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 16 claim 33 , SEQ ID NO: 18.37. The method of claim 29 , where the wrinkles are reduced with at least 0.15 units when the textile is evaluated by the AATCC Smoothness standard Average SA-value according to AATCC.38. The method of claim 29 , wherein the anti-crease effect ratio of test ...

PROCESS FOR PREPARING A SPRAY-DRIED LAUNDRY DETERGENT PARTICLE

The present invention relates to a process for preparing a spray-dried laundry detergent particle, wherein the process includes the step of contacting water-insoluble silicate salt to monomeric organic carboxylic acid in an aqueous mixture, wherein the aqueous mixture has a pH of 4.2 or less, wherein the aqueous mixture includes detersive surfactant, wherein the aqueous mixture is substantially free of carbonate salt, wherein the water-insoluble silicate salt reacts with the monomeric organic carboxylic acid to form silica, wherein the aqueous mixture is spray-dried to form a spray-dried laundry detergent particle, wherein the particle comprises: detersive surfactant; monomeric organic carboxylic acid; and silica, wherein the particle is substantially free of carbonate salt. 1. A process for preparing a spray-dried laundry detergent particle ,wherein the process comprises the step of contacting water-insoluble magnesium silicate salt to monomeric organic carboxylic acid in an aqueous mixture,wherein the aqueous mixture has a pH of about 4.2 or less,wherein the aqueous mixture comprises detersive surfactant, wherein the aqueous mixture is substantially free of carbonate salt,wherein the water-insoluble magnesium silicate salt reacts with the monomeric organic carboxylic acid to form silica,wherein the aqueous mixture is spray-dried to form a spray-dried laundry detergent particle, wherein the particle comprises: detersive surfactant; monomeric organic carboxylic acid; and silica,wherein the particle is substantially free of carbonate salt.2. A process according claim 1 , wherein the aqueous mixture has a pH of about 3.5 or less.3. A process according to claim 1 , wherein the particle has a pH of about 6.0 or less claim 1 , upon dissolution in de-ionized water at a concentration of about 10 wt % and a temperature of about 25° C.4. A process according to claim 1 , wherein the particle has a pH of about 4.2 or less claim 1 , upon dissolution in de-ionized water at a ...

CLEANING COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING ALKOXYLATED ESTERAMINES

Cleaning compositions that include alkoxylated esteramines. Related methods of preparation and use. 5. A cleaning composition according to , wherein the composition comprises a salt of the esteramine according to , wherein the salt is formed by at least partial protonation of the amine group by an acid being a protic organic or inorganic acid.6. A cleaning composition according to , wherein the composition comprises a salt of the esteramine according to , wherein the salt is formed by at least partial protonation of the amine group by an acid being selected from the group consisting of methanesulfonic acid , hydrochloric acid , hydrobromic acid , sulfuric acid , phosphoric acid , toluene sulfonic acid , citric acid , lactic acid , C-Cfatty acid , alkyl benzene sulfonic acids , alkyl sulphonic acids , alkyl sulfate acids , alkyl ethyoxysulfate acids , alkoxylated or non-alkoxylated copolymers of acrylic acid and maleic acid , and mixtures thereof.7. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein A claim 1 , A claim 1 , A claim 1 , and Aare claim 1 , independently from each other and independently for each repetition unit s claim 1 , t claim 1 , u claim 1 , and/or v claim 1 , selected from the list consisting of ethyleneoxy group claim 1 , propyleneoxy group claim 1 , and 1 claim 1 ,2-butyleneoxy group.8. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein p claim 1 , r claim 1 , and n are all equal to 0 claim 1 , Zis selected from the group consisting of alanine claim 1 , glycine claim 1 , lysine claim 1 , and a compound according to Formula (II) claim 1 , wherein w is an integer in the range of from 1 to 4 claim 1 , and wherein the compound according to Formula (II) connects to the compound according to Formula (I) via the bond labeled with * claim 1 , with the proviso of at least one group R claim 1 , R claim 1 , and/or Rcontaining at least 7 or more carbon atoms.9. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein p and r are both equal to 0 claim 1 , ...

SILICONE COMPOUNDS

Silicone compounds, delivery compositions, compositions, packaged products and displays comprising such silicone compounds, and processes for making and using such benefit agent delivery compositions, compositions, packaged products and displays. Such compositions have improved deposition and retention properties that may impart improved benefit characteristics to a composition and/or situs. Such silicone compounds solve the further problem of malodor reduction as, in addition to maldor masking, such compounds block a malodor's access to a sensory cell, yet leave such sensor cell open to other molecules, for example scent molecules. Thus, the malodor control technologies disclosed herein do not unduly interfere with the scent of the perfumed or unperfumed situs that is treated with the malodor control technology. 1. A silicone compound comprising a silicone moiety and a benefit agent moiety.4. The silicone compound according to wherein at least one X=oxygen.5. The silicone compound according to wherein:a) j is an integer from 1 to 100;b) 1 is an integer from 0 to 50; andc) m is an integer from 20 to 1000.10. The silicone compound according to wherein said benefit agent moiety is a fragment of a benefit agent selected from the group consisting of a silicones claim 1 , perfume raw materials claim 1 , deodorants claim 1 , odor counteractants claim 1 , malodors claim 1 , essential oils claim 1 , ethers claim 1 , esters claim 1 , ketones claim 1 , alcohols claim 1 , glycols claim 1 , silicone hydrocarbons claim 1 , cyclic hydrocarbons claim 1 , aldehydes claim 1 , terpines claim 1 , insecticides claim 1 , insect repellants claim 1 , pesticides claim 1 , antimicrobial agents claim 1 , fungicides claim 1 , herbicides and mixtures thereof.11. The silicone compound according to wherein said benefit agent moiety is a fragment of a benefit agent that comprises a moiety selected from the group consisting of a vinyl ether claim 1 , ketone claim 1 , hydroxyl claim 1 , aldehyde ...

DETERGENT COMPOSITION

A composition that includes (i) one or more surfactants derived from a fatty acid and an amino acid and (ii) a solvent, and having a pH of 3.0 to 11.0. In the context of the present invention, the term “surfactant derived from a fatty acid and an amino acid” is understood to denote the molecules of formula (I), 17-. (canceled)8. Liquid detergent for professional use , comprising:(i) one or more surfactants derived from a fatty acid and an amino acid selected from a group comprising potassium cocoyl taurate, potassium methyl cocoyl taurate, sodium caproyl methyl taurate, sodium cocoyl taurate, sodium lauroyl taurate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, sodium methyl lauroyl taurate, sodium methyl myristoyl taurate, sodium methyl oleoyl taurate, sodium methyl palmitoyl taurate, sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, dipotassium capryloyl glutamate, dipotassium undecylenoyl glutamate, disodium capryloyl glutamate, disodium cocoyl glutamate, disodium lauroyl glutamate, disodium stearoyl glutamate, disodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium capryloyl glutamate, potassium cocoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl glutamate, potassium myristoyl glutamate, potassium stearoyl glutamate, potassium undecylenoyl glutamate, sodium capryloyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium myristoyl glutamate, sodium olivoyl glutamate, sodium palmitoyl glutamate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, sodium undecylenoyl glutamate, cocoyl methyl B1 alanine, lauroyl 1-alanine, lauroyl methyl B-alanine, myristoyl B-alanine, potassium lauroyl methyl G alanine, sodium cocoyl alaninate, sodium cocoyl methyl B-alanine, sodium myristoyl methyl B alanine palmitoyl glycine, sodium lauroyl glycine, sodium cocoyl glycine, sodium myristoyl glycine, potassium lauroyl glycine, potassium cocoyl glycine, potassium lauroyl sarcosinate, potassium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate and mixtures thereof, (ii) a ...

PACKAGED COMPOSITION

Perfume-containing particles are provided for delighting the consumers with an enhanced olfactory experience during and after the laundering process. Each of such particles contains perfume, polyethylene glycol, and water-soluble or water-dispersible filler particles, while the water-soluble or water-dispersible filler particles are characterized by a particle size of from 5 microns to 150 microns. 1. A packaged composition comprising a plurality of perfume-containing particles , a perfume ingredient;', 'polyethylene glycol; and', 'water-soluble or water-dispersible filler particles, wherein from 80 wt % to 100 wt % of said water-soluble filler particles are characterized by a particle size ranging from 5 microns to 150 microns,, 'wherein each of said perfume-containing particles compriseswherein each of said perfume-containing particles has a mass of from 0.1 mg to 5 g and a maximum dimension of from 3 mm to 10 mm.2. The packaged composition of claim 1 , wherein from 80 wt % to 100 wt % of said water-soluble or water-dispersible filler particles are characterized by a particle size ranging from 10 microns to 125 microns.3. The packaged composition of claim 2 , wherein the particle size ranging from 10 microns to 105 microns.4. The packaged composition of claim 3 , wherein the particle size ranging from 10 microns to 90 microns.5. The packaged composition of claim 1 , wherein said water-soluble or water-dispersible filler particles comprise a filler material selected from the group consisting of sodium chloride claim 1 , sodium sulfate claim 1 , sodium carbonate claim 1 , sodium bicarbonate claim 1 , potassium chloride claim 1 , potassium sulfate claim 1 , potassium carbonate claim 1 , potassium bicarbonate claim 1 , magnesium chloride claim 1 , magnesium sulfate claim 1 , calcium bicarbonate claim 1 , zeolite claim 1 , silica claim 1 , clay claim 1 , and combinations thereof.6. The packaged composition of claim 5 , wherein said water-soluble or water-dispersible ...

DETERGENT COMPOSITION

A laundry detergent composition, comprising: a) from 4 to 50 wt. % of surfactant; wherein from 50 to 100 wt. %, preferably from 60 to 100 wt. %, more preferably from 80 to 100 wt. %, even more preferably from 90 to 100 wt. %, most preferably 100 wt. % of the surfactant is an edible surfactant. A domestic method of treating a textile, comprising the steps of:—a) treating a textile with an aqueous solution of 0.5 to 20 g/L of the detergent composition; b) optionally rinsing and drying the textile. 2. (canceled)3. A laundry detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein one of R claim 1 , Rand Rare independently selected from an acyl group of the formula RCO— where Ris a linear or branched claim 1 , saturated or mon-unsaturated Cto Calkyl chain.4. A laundry detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein Ris a linear or branched claim 1 , saturated or mon-unsaturated Cto Clinear alkyl chain claim 1 , preferably a saturated or mon-unsaturated Cto Clinear alkyl chain.5. A laundry detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein one of R claim 1 , Rand Ris selected from an organic acid of generic formulation (HOOC)XCO—; wherein X is saturated or monounsaturated organic group containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms and n=1 to 3.6. A laundry detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein (HOOC)XCO is selected from citric acid claim 1 , malic acid claim 1 , tartaric acid claim 1 , monoacetyl and diacetyl tartaric acid claim 1 , succinic acid claim 1 , oxalic acid claim 1 , maleic acid claim 1 , fumaric acid claim 1 , malonic acid claim 1 , more preferably citric acid claim 1 , lactic acid claim 1 , tartaric acid claim 1 , monoacetyl and diacetyl tartaric acid claim 1 , where an OH is lost from an acid group to form the ester.7. A laundry detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein one of R claim 1 , Rand Ris selected from H.8. A laundry detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein the organic acid derivative of mono- and di-glycerides are ...

FABRIC CONDITIONER COMPOSITIONS

A fabric conditioner composition comprising: a. fabric softening active; b. a short chain (C1 to C6), unsaturated, organic acid or salt thereof having at least two carboxyl groups; and c. perfume composition. 1. An aqueous fabric conditioner composition comprising:a. fabric softening active;b. a short chain (C1 to C6), unsaturated, organic acid or salt thereof having at least two carboxyl groups; and 'wherein the fabric softening active is a quaternary ammonium compound comprising at least two chains derived from fatty acids.', 'c. perfume composition'}2. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the short chain claim 1 , unsaturated claim 1 , organic acid is itaconic acid or salt thereof.3. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the level of organic acid or salt thereof having at least two carboxyl groups is 0.005 to 7 w.t. % of the fabric conditioner composition.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the level of fabric softening agent is 2 to 50 w.t. % of the fabric conditioner composition.7. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the perfume composition comprises free perfume.8. A composition according to claim 7 , wherein the level of free perfume is 0.05 to 15 w.t. % of the fabric conditioner composition.9. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the perfume composition comprises encapsulated perfume.10. A composition according to claim 9 , wherein the level of encapsulated perfume is 0.05 to 15 w.t. % of the fabric conditioner composition.11. A method comprising: [ a. fabric softening active;', 'b. a short chain (C1 to C6), unsaturated, organic acid or salt thereof having at least two carboxyl groups; and', 'c. perfume composition;, 'wherein the fabric conditioner composition comprises'}, 'wherein the fabric softening active is a quaternary ammonium compound comprising at least two chains derived from fatty acids., 'preserving an aqueous fabric conditioner composition by incorporating a short chain (C1 to ...

POLYPEPTIDES HAVING NUCLEASE ACTIVITY

The present invention relates to polypeptides having nuclease activity, and polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and recombinant host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing, recovering and using the polypeptides. The invention further relates to cleaning compositions comprising one or more of the polypeptides having nuclease activity, as well as a cleaning method and use of the polypeptides. 1. A cleaning composition comprising:(a) at least 0.001 ppm of a polypeptide have nuclease activity, wherein the polypeptide comprises one or more of the motifs [HQ][FILVY]X[GAQS]DX[HTGSA][QVM]P[LFM]H (SEQ ID NO: 102), G[GA]NX[VILFY]X[VLM] (SEQ ID NO: 103), [SADN]R[GS]H (SEQ ID NO: 104), P[LM]H[VA][GA] (SEQ ID NO: 112), PLH[DN]E (SEQ ID NO: 113), [YV][DN]RGH (SEQ ID NO: 114), YDRGHQ[AV] (SEQ ID NO: 115), [DNA]R[GSC]H[LI] (SEQ ID NO: 116) and/or [RIENLG][YF][RHN]V (SEQ ID NO: 117); wherein the polypeptide belongs to the Pfam family PF02265 (S1-P1_nuclease), PF01223 (Endonuclease_NS) or PF13930 (Endonuclea_NS_2); and(b) one or more surfactants.2. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide is an S1-P1 nuclease that belongs to the Pfam family PF02265 (S1-P1_nuclease) claim 1 , and which comprises the motif [HQ][FILVY]X[GAQS]DX[HTGSA][QVM]P[LFM]H (SEQ ID NO: 102) and/or G[GA]NX[VILFY]X[VLM] (SEQ ID NO: 103).3. The cleaning composition of claim 2 , wherein the polypeptide is of bacterial origin and comprises the motif P[LM]H[VA][GA] (SEQ ID NO: 112).4. The cleaning composition of claim 2 , wherein the polypeptide is of fungal origin and comprises the motif PLH[DN]E (SEQ ID NO: 113).5. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , wherein the polypeptide is an EN_NS nuclease that belongs to the Pfam family PF01223 (Endonuclease_NS) or PF13930 (Endonuclea_NS_2) claim 1 , and which comprises the motif [SADN]R[GS]H (SEQ ID NO: 104) and/or [YV][DN]RGH (SEQ ID NO: 114) claim 1 , ...

CLEANING COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF

The present invention relates to compositions such as cleaning compositions comprising a mix of enzymes. The invention further relates, use of compositions comprising such enzymes in cleaning processes. 1. A cleaning composition comprising a DNase , an alpha-mannan degrading enzyme and at least one cleaning component.2. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme is of the GH family GH76 claim 1 , GH92 or GH99.3. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme is a GH76 glycosyl hydrolase.4. A cleaning composition according to claim 3 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme has at least 60% claim 3 , sequence identity to the amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NOs: 79 claim 3 , 80 claim 3 , 81 claim 3 , 82 claim 3 , 83 claim 3 , 84 claim 3 , 85 claim 3 , 86 claim 3 , 89 claim 3 , 90 claim 3 , 91 claim 3 , 92 claim 3 , 93 claim 3 , 94 claim 3 , 95 claim 3 , 96 and 97.5. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme is a GH92 glycosyl hydrolase.6. A cleaning composition according to claim 5 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme has at least 60% claim 5 , sequence identity to the amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 87.7. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme is a GH99 glycosyl hydrolase.8. A cleaning composition according to claim 7 , wherein the alpha-mannan degrading enzyme has at least 60% claim 7 , sequence identity to the amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 88.9. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the DNase is obtained from bacteria or fungi.10Bacillus.. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the DNase is obtained from11. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the DNase comprises one or both of the motif(s) [D/M/L][S/T]GYSR[D/N] (SEQ ID NO: 73) or ASXNRSKG (SEQ ID NO: 74).12. A cleaning composition according claim 9 , wherein ...

Fragrance Tablet and Method

A fragrance tablet having a fragrance selected from the group consisting of synthetic fragrances, natural fragrances and essential oils; and a fragrance tablet delivery device, wherein said fragrance tablet delivery device is water soluble and related method is disclosed. The fragrance tablet dissolves in wash water and mixes with non-fragranced laundry detergent to create a desired scent. 1. A method of creating a laundry detergent having a custom scent , said method comprising the steps of:placing unscented laundry detergent into a clothes washer;selecting a fragrance tablet having a desired scent; andplacing said selected fragrance tablet into said clothes washer.2. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said step of placing unscented laundry detergent into a clothes washer occurs after said step of placing said selected fragrance tablet into said clothes washer.3. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said step of selecting a fragrance tablet is further defined as selecting two or more fragrance tablets having a two or more desired scents.4. The method of creating a laundry detergent of claim I wherein the fragrance tablet comprises:a fragrance selected from the group consisting of synthetic fragrances, natural fragrances and essential oils; anda fragrance tablet delivery device, wherein said fragrance tablet delivery device is water soluble.5. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said fragrance tablet delivery device is an effervescent tablet.6. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said fragrance tablet delivery device is a gel pack.7. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said fragrance tablet further comprising a cleaning booster.8. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said cleaning booster is an enzyme.9. The method of creating a laundry detergent of wherein said fragrance tablet further comprising a laundry booster.10. The method of creating a laundry detergent ...

POLYPEPTIDES WITH LIPASE ACTIVITY AND POLYNUCLEOTIDES ENCODING SAME

Provided are isolated polypeptides with lipase activity and polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. Also provided are nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides, and methods of using the polypeptides. 1. An isolated polypeptide with lipase activity , selected from the group consisting of:(a) a polypeptide having at least 65%, at least 70%, at least 75%, at least 80%, at least 85%, at least 90%, at least 91%, at least 92%, at least 93%, at least 94%, at least 95%, at least 96%, at least 97%, at least 98%, at least 99%, or 100% sequence identity to the mature polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 2;(b) a polypeptide encoded by a polynucleotide that hybridizes under low stringency conditions, medium stringency conditions, medium-high stringency conditions, high stringency conditions, or very high stringency conditions with (i) SEQ ID NO: 1 or SEQ ID NO: 3 or the full-length complement of (i);(c) a polypeptide encoded by a polynucleotide having at least 65%, at least 70%, at least 75%, at least 80%, at least 85%, at least 90%, at least 91%, at least 92%, at least 93%, at least 94%, at least 95%, at least 96%, at least 97%, at least 98%, at least 99%, or 100% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 1 or to SEQ ID NO: 3;(d) a polypeptide which is a variant of SEQ ID NO: 2 comprising a substitution, deletion, and/or insertion at one or more positions; and(e) a polypeptide which is a fragment of any of the polypeptides of (a), (b), (c) or (d).2. The polypeptide of claim 1 , which is unchanged or comprising a substitution at one or more positions of SEQ ID NO: 2.3. The polypeptide of claim 1 , wherein the number of substitutions is 1-50 claim 1 , 1-40 claim 1 , 1-30 claim 1 , 1-20 claim 1 , 1-10 claim 1 , 1-5 claim 1 , such as 1 claim 1 , 2 claim 1 , 3 claim 1 , 4 claim 1 , 5 claim 1 , 6 claim 1 , 7 claim 1 , 8 claim 1 , 9 claim 1 , 10 claim 1 , 11 claim 1 , 12 claim 1 , 13 claim 1 , 14 claim 1 , 15 claim 1 , 16 claim 1 , 17 claim 1 , 18 claim 1 , 19 ...

Laundry Method, Use of Polypeptide and Detergent Composition

The present invention concerns a method for laundering a textile, the use of an enzyme having DNase activity and a detergent composition comprising an enzyme having deoxyribonuclease (DNase) activity. 115-. (canceled)16. A method for laundering a textile soiled with a biofilm and/or proteinaceous stains comprising the steps of:(a) contacting the textile with a wash liquor comprising an enzyme having DNase activity, a protease and a surfactant; and(b) optionally rinsing the textile,wherein the enzyme having DNase activity and the protease are capable of reducing and/or removing biofilm from the textile.17. The method of claim 16 , wherein the polypeptide is of bacterial or fungal origin.18. The method of claim 16 , wherein the enzyme having DNase activity is selected from the group consisting of: an enzyme having at least 60% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1 claim 16 , an enzyme having at least 60% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 2 claim 16 , an enzyme having at least 60% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 3 claim 16 , an enzyme having at least 60% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 4 claim 16 , an enzyme having at least 60% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 5 and an enzyme having at least 60% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 6.19. The method of claim 16 , wherein the protease is selected from the group consisting of:(a) an enzyme variant, comprising an alteration at one or more positions corresponding to positions 9, 15, 43, 68, 76, 99, 101, 167, 170, 194 205, 206, 209, 217, 218, 222, 245 261 and 262 of the mature polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 7, wherein each alteration is independently a substitution, deletion or insertion and the variant has protease activity and wherein the variant has at least at least 80%, but less than 100% sequence identity to the mature polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 7; or(b) is an enzyme ...

DETERGENT BARS

A detergent bar comprising from 0.01 to 1 wt % polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of at least 100,000 and at least one of: 1. A detergent bar comprising from 0.01 to 1 wt % polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of at least 100 ,000 and at least one of:(a) from 0.01 to 5 wt % polyacrylic acid having a molecular weight from 1,000 to 20,000; (b) from 0.01 to 1 wt % hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and (c) from 0.01 to 1 wt % hydroxyethyl cellulose.2. The detergent bar of comprising from 0.05 to 0.8 wt % polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight from 500 claim 1 ,000 to 8 claim 1 ,000 claim 1 ,000.3. The detergent bar of comprising from 0.4 to 4.5 wt % polyacrylic acid having Mfrom 1 claim 2 ,500 to 15 claim 2 ,000.4. The detergent bar of comprising from 0.05 to 0.6 wt % hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.5. The detergent bar of comprising from 0.15 to 0.9 wt % hydroxyethyl cellulose.6. The detergent bar of in which the hydroxypropyl methylcellulose has a methoxyl content between 15 and 30 wt % and a hydroxypropoxyl content between 10 and 30%; and the hydroxyethylcellulose has an ethylene oxide molar substitution from 0.5 to 5.7. A detergent bar comprising from 0.01 to 5 wt % polyacrylic acid having a molecular weight from 1 claim 5 ,000 to 20 claim 5 ,000 and at least one of:(a) from 0.01 to 1 wt % hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and (b) from 0.01 to 1 wt % hydroxyethyl cellulose.8. A detergent bar comprising from 0.01 to 1 wt % hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and from 0.01 to 1 wt % hydroxyethyl cellulose. This invention relates to a detergent bar having improved properties.Surfactant-containing bars are used for hand dishwashing or hand laundry. Structural integrity of the bars on prolonged exposure to water is a known problem. The bars are susceptible to swelling and increased wear, along with “mushiness.” Addition of cellulose at amounts in excess of 1% has been proposed as a solution to this problem, as in, e.g., GB2222410. However, cellulose does not ...

HEAVY-DUTY LAUNDRY DETERGENT WIPE WITH CONTROLLED ACTIVATION OF THE WASHING ACTIVE SUBSTANCES

The present invention discloses a method for manufacturing a four-phase heavy-duty laundry detergent wipe, characterized by the following steps: (a) manufacturing a liquid starting laundry detergent solution which contains enzymes, surfactants and at least one polyvalent alcohol as a solubilizer and which is present in a liquid phase; (b) incorporating soap in the liquid starting laundry detergent solution to obtain a liquid laundry detergent solution (A), wherein the liquid laundry detergent solution is two-phase due to over-saturation; (c) admixing at least two different washing active solid components to the liquid laundry detergent solution (A) which are insoluble in the polyvalent alcohols of step a) to obtain a laundry detergent dispersion (B) which contains the liquid over-saturated two-phase laundry detergent solution (A) from step b) as a liquid continuous outer binary phase and the at least two washing active solid components as a solid phase; (d) applying the laundry detergent dispersion (B) to a solid carrier substrate (C) such that the final product is a four-phase system. Furthermore, a four-phase heavy-duty laundry detergent wipe is disclosed, comprising a solid carrier substrate (C) and a laundry detergent dispersion (B) which has been applied to the carrier substrate, characterized in that the laundry detergent dispersion contains a liquid over-saturated two-phase laundry detergent solution (A), which contains enzymes, surfactants and soap and at least one polyvalent alcohol as a solubilizer, as a liquid continuous outer binary phase and at least two different washing active solid components as a solid phase which is insoluble in the solubilizer. 1. Method for manufacturing a four-phase heavy-duty laundry detergent wipe , characterized by the following steps:(a) manufacturing a liquid starting laundry detergent solution which contains enzymes, surfactants and at least one polyvalent alcohol as a solubilizer and which is present in a liquid phase;(b) ...

WAX BLEND POLYMER ENCAPSULATES

A composite including: one or more core units including at least one benefit agent; and a coating on the one or more core units, wherein the coating includes a blend including: at least one wax or wax-like substance; and at least one amphiphilic polymer. Further aspects relate to a process for preparing such composites, and their use in consumer products. 1. A composite comprising:(i) one or more core units comprising at least one benefit agent; and (A) at least one wax or wax-like substance; and', '(B) at least one amphiphilic polymer., '(ii) a coating on said one or more core units, wherein said coating comprises a blend comprising2. A composite according to wherein the coating further comprises one or more additional ingredients selected from a plasticiser claim 1 , an exotherm control agent claim 1 , a cosolvent claim 1 , a wetting agent claim 1 , a compatabiliser claim 1 , a filler claim 1 , a dispersant claim 1 , an inorganic material and an emulsifier.3. A composite according to wherein the wax is a natural wax selected from beeswax claim 1 , candelilla wax claim 1 , carnauba wax claim 1 , a paraffin wax claim 1 , ozokerite wax claim 1 , ceresine wax claim 1 , montan wax claim 1 , terpenes claim 1 , camphor and mixtures thereof.4. A composite according to wherein the wax is a synthetic claim 1 , linear or branched wax selected from a petroleum-derived microcrystalline wax claim 1 , a polyolefin wax and a polyethylene-derived wax claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.5. A composite according to wherein the exotherm control agent is a homopolymer or copolymer of vinyl alcohol.6. A composite according to wherein the exotherm control agent is a modified polyvinyl alcohol.7. A composite according to wherein the exotherm control agent is a copolymer of vinyl alcohol and an olefin.8. A composite according to wherein the exotherm control agent is a copolymer of vinyl alcohol and an acrylic or methacrylic monomer.9. A composite according to wherein the exotherm control agent ...

LAUNDRY SCENT ADDITIVE

A laundry scent additive having polyethylene glycol and perfume. The laundry scent additive enables consumers to control the amount of scent imparted to their laundry. 1. A composition comprising a plurality of pastilles , said pastilles comprising:(a) polyethylene glycol; and(b) friable perfume microcapsules, wherein said perfume microcapsules comprise encapsulated perfume;wherein each of said pastilles has a mass from about 0.95 mg to about 2 g; andwherein each of said pastilles has a shape of hemispherical or compressed hemispherical.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said pastilles are contained in a package having a dispensing cap releasably detachable from said package and reattachable to said package; and wherein said perfume microcapsules encapsulate from about 0.6% to about 4% by weight of said pastilles of perfume.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said pastilles are contained in a package and there is a dispensing cap releasably detachable from said package and reattachable to said package.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said pastilles comprise free perfume.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said pastilles comprise from about 1% to about 10% by weight of said pastilles of free perfume.6. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein each of said pastilles has a shape of compressed hemispherical.7. The composition according to claim 3 , wherein each of said pastilles has a shape of compressed hemispherical.8. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said perfume microcapsules encapsulate from about 0.6% to about 4% by weight of said pastilles of perfume.9. The composition according to claim 7 , wherein said pastilles comprise from about 65% to about 99% by weight of said pastilles of polyethylene glycol.10. A unit dose of a fabric treatment composition comprising a plurality of pastilles claim 7 , wherein said pastilles comprise:(a) polyethylene glycol; and(b) friable perfume ...

AMPHIPHILIC POLYSACCHARIDE DERIVATIVES AND COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SAME

The disclosure relates to compositions comprising a polysaccharide derivative, wherein the polysaccharide derivative comprises a polysaccharide substituted with a) at least one hydrophobic group, and b) at least one hydrophilic group, wherein the polysaccharide is poly alpha-1,3-glucan, poly alpha-1,6-glucan, or poly alpha-1,3-1,6-glucan. 120-. (canceled)21. A product comprising:from about 1% to about 60% by weight of a surfactant; andfrom about 0.1% to about 10% by weight of a polysaccharide derivative, wherein the polysaccharide derivative comprises a polysaccharide substituted witha) at least one hydrophobic group; andb) at least one hydrophilic group;wherein the polysaccharide is poly alpha-1,3-glucan, poly alpha-1,6-glucan, or poly alph-1,3-1,6-glucan; wherein said product is a household product.22. The product of in the form of a liquid claim 21 , a gel claim 21 , a powder claim 21 , a hydrocolloid claim 21 , an aqueous solution claim 21 , a granule claim 21 , a tablet claim 21 , a capsule claim 21 , a single compartment sachet claim 21 , a multi-compartment sachet claim 21 , a single compartment pouch claim 21 , or a multi-compartment pouch.23. The product of claim 21 , further comprising at least one of an enzyme claim 21 , a detergent builder claim 21 , a complexing agent claim 21 , a polymer claim 21 , a soil release polymer claim 21 , a surfactancy-boosting polymer claim 21 , a bleaching agent claim 21 , a bleach activator claim 21 , a bleaching catalyst claim 21 , a fabric conditioner claim 21 , a clay claim 21 , a foam booster claim 21 , a suds suppressor claim 21 , an anti-corrosion agent claim 21 , a soil-suspending agent claim 21 , an anti-soil re-deposition agent claim 21 , a dye claim 21 , a bactericide claim 21 , a tarnish inhibitor claim 21 , an optical brightener claim 21 , a perfume claim 21 , a saturated or unsaturated fatty acid claim 21 , a dye transfer inhibiting agent claim 21 , a chelating agent claim 21 , a hueing dye claim 21 , a ...

SHAPED BODY COMPRISING A POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL GRAFT COPOLYMER AND THE AROMA CHEMICAL

The presently claimed invention relates to a shaped body comprising at least one graft copolymer (I) comprising a polyether and one or more side chains obtained by the polymerization of compounds of formula (IA) and/or formula (IB) and/or formula (IC); CH—CY—C(=0)-0Rformula (IA) CH—CY-0-C(=0)-Rformula (IB) CH—CH—CH—O—C(═O)—Rformula (IC) wherein Ris in each case selected from C-C-alkyl or C-C-alkenyl and Y is in each case selected from hydrogen and methyl, and at least one aroma chemical. The presently claimed invention is also directed towards a process for the preparation of the shaped body. The presently claimed invention also relates to a composition comprising at least one shaped body. 1. A shaped body comprising i) a polyether and', [{'br': None, 'sub': 2', '1, 'CH═CY—C(═O)—OR\u2003\u2003formula (IA)'}, {'br': None, 'sub': 2', '1, 'CH═CY—O—C(═O)—R\u2003\u2003formula (IB)'}, {'br': None, 'sub': 2', '2', '1, 'CH═CH—CH—O—C(═O)—R\u2003\u2003formula (IC)'}, {'sub': 1', '4', '20', '4', '20, 'wherein Ris in each case selected from C-C-alkyl or C-C-alkenyl and Y is in each case selected from hydrogen and methyl, and'}], 'ii) one or more side chains obtained by the polymerization of compounds of formula (IA) and/or formula (IB) and/or formula (IC);'}], 'a) at least one graft copolymer (I) comprising'}b) at least one aroma chemical.2. The shaped body according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene glycol claim 1 , polypropylene glycol and ethylene oxide-propylene oxide block copolymer.3. The shaped body according to claim 1 , wherein the graft copolymer (I) has a number average molecular weight Min the range of ≥2250 to ≤25000 g/mol.4. The shaped body according to claim 1 , wherein the graft copolymer (I) is present in an amount in the range of ≥80.0% to ≤99.9% wt. % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the shaped body.5. The shaped body according to claim 1 , wherein Ris selected from the group consisting of n-hexyl ...

CHLORINATED SOLID BLEACHING COMPOSITION WHICH PROTECTS THE FIBRE

The present invention relates to a solid bleaching composition comprising at least one chlorinated bleaching and detergent agent selected among the dichloroisocyanurates and at least one optical brightener, characterised in that the pH of said composition is between 5 and 9, and in that the dissolution time of said composition in an aqueous solution is between 30 seconds and 20 minutes. The present invention likewise relates to the use of such a composition for bleaching a fabric, while protecting the textile fibres, as well as disinfecting and washing same. 1. A method for bleaching a textile while protecting the fibre , said method comprising the use of a solid bleaching composition , wherein said composition comprises at least one chlorinated bleaching and detergent agent selected from dichloroisocyanurates and at least one optical brightener , and wherein the pH of said composition is between 5 and 9 , and the dissolution time of said composition in aqueous solution is between 30 seconds and 20 minutes.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pH of said composition is between 6 and 8.5.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dissolution time of said composition in aqueous solution is between 3 minutes and 15 minutes.4. A solid bleaching composition comprising at least one chlorinated bleaching and detergent agent selected from dichloroisocyanurates and at least one optical brightener claim 1 , wherein the pH of said composition is between 5 and 9 claim 1 , and the dissolution time of said composition in aqueous solution is between 30 seconds and 20 minutes.5. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the pH is between 6 and 8.5.6. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the chlorinated bleaching and detergent agent is sodium dichloroisocyanurate claim 4 , potassium dichloroisocyanurate claim 4 , or a mixture thereof.7. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the dissolution time of said composition in aqueous solution is between 3 minutes and 15 minutes.8. The composition of ...

Multi-Phase Cleaning Agent Pouch

A washing and/or cleaning agent portion which includes at least one chamber and a water-soluble wrapping, characterized in that it includes at least one particulate phase. The at least one particulate phase being brought into direct contact with at least one liquid composition, and to corresponding preparation methods. 1. A washing and/or cleaning agent portion which comprises at least one chamber and a water-soluble wrapping , characterized in that it comprises at least one particulate phase , the at least one particulate phase being brought into direct contact with at least one liquid composition.2. The washing and/or cleaning agent portion according to claim 1 , characterized in that the at least one particulate phase is free-flowing.3. The washing and/or cleaning agent portion according to claim 1 , characterized in that the at least one liquid composition comprises surfactants claim 1 , and/or perfume preparations.4. The washing and/or cleaning agent portion according to claim 3 , characterized in that the weight ratio of the total quantity of the at least one liquid composition to the total quantity of the at least one particulate phase is from 1:800 to 5:1 and/or the weight proportion of the at least one liquid composition to the total weight of the composition formed from the at least one liquid composition and the at least one particulate composition is from 0.0001 to 25 wt. %.5. The washing and/or cleaning agent portion according to claim 3 , characterized in that the surfactant content of the at least one liquid composition is at least 50 wt. % based on the total weight of the liquid composition.6. The washing and/or cleaning agent portion according to claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , in addition to the at least one particulate phase and the at least one liquid composition claim 1 , at least one additional gel phase is contained therein.7. The washing and/or cleaning agent portion according to claim 1 , characterized in that the particulate phase ...

Textile Care Product Having An Optionally Cross-Linked Copolymer And Method For Finishing Textiles

The present invention relates to a textile care product containing a copolymer having N-isopropylacrylamide units, N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]methacrylamide units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent. The copolymer is used as a soil-release active ingredient, reduces or prevents re-soiling and improves the removal of soiling. 1. A textile care product comprising at least one copolymer consisting of N-isopropylacrylamide units , N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]methacrylamide units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent.2. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the total mass of the copolymer comprising N-isopropylacrylamide units claim 1 , N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]methacrylamide units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent is from 0.001% by mass to 10% by mass claim 1 , based on the total mass of the textile care product.3. The textile care product according to claim 2 , wherein the total mass of the copolymer consisting of N-isopropylacrylamide units claim 2 , N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]methacrylamide units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent is from 0.01% by mass to 5% by mass based on the total mass of the textile care product.4. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the textile care product further comprises at least one surfactant claim 1 , wherein the total mass of surfactant is from 1% by mass to 50% by mass based on the total mass of the textile care product.5. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the textile care product is present as a powder claim 1 , liquid or gel claim 1 , or in the form of tablets or capsules.6. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the textile care product is in the form of an auxiliary detergent claim 1 , a laundry care agent claim 1 , or a laundry aftertreatment agent.7. A method for finishing textiles using a soil-release protective layer claim 1 , comprising the method steps of:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1 ...

Textile Care Product Having An Optionally Cross-Linked Copolymer And Method For Finishing Textiles

The invention relates to a textile care product containing a copolymer N-Isopropylacrylamide units, tert-Butyl methacrylate units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent. The copolymer is used as a soil-release agent, reducing or preventing re-soiling and improving a removal of soiling. 1. A textile care product containing at least one copolymer comprising N-isopropylacrylamide units , tert-butyl methacrylate units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent.2. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the total mass of the copolymer comprising N-isopropylacrylamide units claim 1 , tert-butyl methacrylate units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent is from 0.001% by mass to 10% by mass claim 1 , based on the total mass of the textile care product.3. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the total mass of the copolymer comprising N-isopropylacrylamide units claim 1 , tert-butyl methacrylate units and optionally at least one cross-linking agent is from 0.01% by mass to 5% by mass claim 1 , and in particular 1% by mass claim 1 , based on the total mass of the textile care product.4. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the textile care product further contains at least one surfactant claim 1 , wherein the total mass of surfactant is from 1% by mass to 50% by mass based on the total mass of the textile care product.5. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the textile care product is present as a powder claim 1 , liquid or gel claim 1 , or in the form of tablets or capsules.6. The textile care product according to claim 1 , wherein the textile care product is in the form of an auxiliary detergent claim 1 , a laundry care agent claim 1 , or a laundry aftertreatment agent.7. A method for finishing textiles using a soil-release protective layer claim 1 , comprising the method steps of:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a) providing a textile care product according to , ...

METHOD OF IMPROVING PAPER MACHINE FABRIC PERFORMANCE

Methods are provided for improving the papermaking process. In various embodiments, the methods include the application of alkali material in combination with an anionic polymeric dispersant and/or a hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid to papermaking fabrics such that the application thereof removes contaminants from the papermaking fabrics and improves the drainage of said papermaking fabrics. Such alkali material in combination with an anionic polymeric dispersant and/or a hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid can be applied as a single aqueous solution, and may further comprise a surfactant. 1. A method of treating papermaking fabrics comprising:applying an alkali material in combination with an anionic polymeric dispersant and/or a hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid to the papermaking fabrics;wherein the application of the alkali material in combination with the anionic polymeric dispersant and/or the hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid removes contaminants from the papermaking fabrics and improves the drainage of the papermaking fabrics.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the papermaking fabrics are contaminated with wet soils in an amount from about 0.1 to about 100% by weight.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alkali material in combination with the anionic polymeric dispersant and/or the hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid is applied as a single aqueous solution.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alkali material is selected from the group consisting of sodium hydroxide claim 1 , potassium hydroxide claim 1 , magnesium hydroxide claim 1 , ammonia claim 1 , sodium carbonate claim 1 , sodium silicate claim 1 , sodium phosphates claim 1 , potassium phosphates claim 1 , alcohol amines claim 1 , and combinations thereof.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the anionic polymeric dispersant is selected from the group consisting of polyacrylic acid and sulfonated analogs and salts thereof claim 1 , polymaleic acid and sulfonated analogs and salts thereof claim 1 , poly( ...

DETERGENTS AND CLEANING PRODUCTS CONTAINING A POLYMER ACTIVE INGREDIENT

The aim of the invention is to improve the primary detergent power of detergents and cleaning products, in particular with respect to soiling containing oil and/or grease. For this purpose, copolymers including ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid-derived sulfobetaine units and hydroxyalkyl(meth)acrylic acid esters are incorporated into the products. 2. The detergent or cleaning product according to claim 1 , wherein the product further comprises alkylbenzene sulfonate having linear Calkyl groups.3. The detergent or cleaning product according to claim 2 , wherein the weight ratio of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate to polymer consisting of the units A and B lies in the range from 20:1 to 1:1.4. The detergent or cleaning product according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the polymer claim 1 , the units A and B are present in molar ratios in the range from 1:99 to 99:1.5. The detergent or cleaning product according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer consisting of the units A and B has an average molecular weight in the range from 1000 g/mol to 300 claim 1 ,000 g/mol.6. The product according to claim 1 , wherein it contains 0.1% by weight to 10% by weight claim 1 , of polymer consisting of the units A and B.8. The method according to claim 7 , wherein the concentration of polymer consisting of the units A and B in the liquor lies in the range from 0.01 g/l to 0.5 g/l.9. The method according to wherein the detergent or cleaning product further comprises alkylbenzene sulfonate having linear Calkyl groups.10. The method according to claim 9 , wherein the weight ratio of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate to polymer consisting of the units A and B lies in the range from 8:1 to 2:1. The present invention relates to the use of particular betaine unit-containing polymers for enhancing the primary detergent power of detergents or cleaning products when washing textiles or cleaning hard surfaces, in particular with respect to soiling containing oil and/or grease, and to detergents ...

Itaconate surfactants

The invention provides an itaconate surfactant having the following formula (I) in which R 1 is selected from aliphatic hydrocarbyl groups having 4 to 22 carbon atoms; R 2 is selected from hydrogen and aliphatic hydrocarbyl groups having 1 to 4 carbon atoms; and n is an integer ranging from 8 to 20. The surfactants of the invention are benign to the skin and to the environment yet can offer a performance that is comparable to that of “traditional” anionic and anionic/nonionic surfactant systems, especially on difficult-to-remove stains.

PARTICULATE LAUNDRY SOFTENING WASH ADDITIVE

A composition including a plurality of particles, the particles including: about 25% to about 94% by weight a water soluble carrier, about 5% to about 45% by weight a quaternary ammonium compound; and about 0.5% to about 10% by weight a cationic polymer, wherein the plurality of particles comprises individual particles; wherein each of the individual particles has a mass from about 1 mg to about 1 g; wherein each of the individual particles has a density less than about 0.98 g/cm. 115-. (canceled)16. A composition comprising a plurality of particles , said plurality of particles comprising:25% to 94% by weight a water soluble carrier;10% to 45% by weight a quaternary ammonium compound; and0.5% to 10% by weight a cationic polymer,wherein said plurality of particles comprises individual particles, each individual particle having a mass from 1 mg to 1 g;wherein said individual particles each have a density less than 0.98 g/cm3; andwherein said water soluble carrier is selected from the group consisting of C8-C22 alkyl polyalkoxylate comprising more than 40 alkoxylate units, ethoxylated nonionic surfactant having a degree of ethoxylation greater than 0.17. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said particles have an onset of melt from 25 C to 120 C.18. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said quaternary ammonium compound is formed from a parent fatty acid compound having an Iodine Value from 18 to 60.19. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said quaternary ammonium compound is an ester quaternary ammonium compound.20. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said particles comprise 1% to 5% by weight said cationic polymer.21. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said cationic polymer is a cationic polysaccharide.22. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said particles further comprise from 1% to 40% by weight fatty acid.23. The composition according to claim 16 , wherein said quaternary ammonium compound is di ...

PARTICULATE FABRIC CARE COMPOSITION

A composition including a plurality of particles, wherein the particles include: about 25% to about 99% by weight a water soluble carrier; and about 1% to about 75% by weight a graft copolymer; wherein the graft copolymer includes: (a) a polyalkylene oxide which has a number average molecular weight of from about 1000 to about 20,000 Da and is based on ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, or butylene oxide; (b) N-vinylpyrrolidone; and (c) vinyl ester derived from a saturated monocarboxylic acid containing from 1 to 6 carbon atoms; wherein each of the particles has a mass from about 1 mg to about 1 g. 120-. (canceled)21. A composition comprising a plurality of particles , wherein said particles comprise:about 25% to about 99% by weight a water soluble carrier; andabout 1% to about 75% by weight a graft copolymer;wherein said graft copolymer comprises:(a) a polyalkylene oxide which has a number average molecular weight of from about 1000 to about 20000 Da and is based on ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, or butylene oxide;(b) a N-vinylpyrrolidone; and(c) a vinyl ester derived from a saturated monocarboxylic acid containing from 1 to 6 carbon atoms;wherein (a) and (b) are present at a weight ratio of (a):(b) of from about 1:0.1 to about 1:1;wherein by weight, (a) is present in an amount greater than (c);wherein order of addition of (b) and (c) in graft polymerization is immaterial; andwherein each of said particles has a mass from about 1 mg to about 1 g.22. The composition according to claim 21 , wherein said composition further comprises about 5% to about 45% by weight a quaternary ammonium compound.23. The composition according to claim 22 , wherein said composition further comprises from about 0.5% to about 10% by weight cationic polymer.24. The composition according to claim 23 , wherein said particles further comprise said quaternary ammonium compound.25. The composition according to claim 23 , wherein said cationic polymer is selected from the group consisting of ...

PROCESS FOR MAKING A LAUNDRY DETERGENT COMPOSITION

The present invention relates to a process for preparing a solid free-flowing particulate laundry detergent composition, wherein the process includes the steps of: (a) forming a mixture by contacting: (i) molten fatty acid; (ii) liquid alkaline ingredient, and (iii) non-ionic surfactant, to obtain a mixture, wherein the mixture includes: (i) partially neutralized fatty acid component; (ii) non-ionic surfactant; and (iii) water, wherein the molar ratio of fatty acid to liquid alkaline ingredient contacted together in step (a) is above 1:1; (b) contacting the mixture obtained in step (a) to a detergent powder to form a solid free-flowing particulate laundry detergent composition, wherein in step (b) the mixture is contacted to the detergent powder by spraying the mixture at a temperature of greater than 50° C. onto the detergent powder, wherein the detergent powder includes a detergent ingredient. 1. A process for preparing a solid free-flowing particulate laundry detergent composition , wherein the process comprises the steps of: (i) molten fatty acid;', '(ii) liquid alkaline ingredient, and', '(iii) non-ionic surfactant,, '(a) forming a mixture by contacting (i) partially neutralized fatty acid component, wherein the partially neutralized fatty acid component comprises fatty acid and soap;', '(ii) non-ionic surfactant; and', '(iii) water,, 'to obtain a mixture, wherein the mixture compriseswherein the molar ratio of fatty acid to liquid alkaline ingredient contacted together in step (a) is above about 1:1;(b) contacting the mixture obtained in step (a) to a detergent powder to form a solid free-flowing particulate laundry detergent composition,wherein in step (b) the mixture is contacted to the detergent powder by spraying the mixture at a temperature of greater than about 50° C. onto the detergent powder,wherein the detergent powder comprises a detergent ingredient, (i) non-ionic surfactant;', '(ii) soap;', '(iii) fatty acid;', '(iv) water; and', '(v) detergent ...

Laundry detergent compositions

A laundry detergent composition including an alkyl isethionate and a de-foaming agent.

POLYPEPTIDES HAVING DNASE ACTIVITY

The present invention provides polypeptides having DNase activity and polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also provides nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing and using the polypeptides. 1. A polypeptide of the RTTDA clade having DNase activity , wherein the polypeptide is selected from the group consisting of:(a) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 3;(b) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 6;(c) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 9;(d) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 12;(e) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 15;(f) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 18;(g) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 21;(h) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 24;(i) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 27;(j) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 30;(k) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 33;(l) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 36;(m) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 39;(n) a polypeptide having at least 80% sequence identity to the polypeptide of SEQ ID NO: 42;(o) a variant of the polypeptide selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 3, SEQ ID NO: 6, SEQ ID NO: 9, SEQ ID NO: 12, SEQ ID NO: 15, SEQ ID NO: 18, SEQ ID NO: 21, SEQ ID NO: 24, SEQ ID NO: 27, SEQ ID NO: 30, SEQ ID NO: 33, SEQ ID NO: 36, SEQ ID NO: 39 and SEQ ID NO: 42, wherein the variant has ...

CLEANING COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF

The present invention relates to compositions such as cleaning compositions comprising a mix of enzymes. The invention further relates, use of compositions comprising such enzymes in cleaning processes and/or for deep cleaning of organic soiling, methods for removal or reduction of components of organic matter. 1. A cleaning composition comprising a DNase , a GHL13 glycosyl hydrolase and a cleaning component.2. A cleaning composition according to claim 1 , wherein the DNase is microbial claim 1 , preferably obtained from bacteria or fungi.3Bacillus,Bacillus cibi, Bacillus horikoshii, Bacillus licheniformis, Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus horneckiae, Bacillus idriensis, Bacillus algicola, Bacillus vietnamensis, Bacillus hwajinpoensis, Bacillus indicus, Bacillus marisflaviBacillus luciferensis.. A cleaning composition according to claim 2 , wherein the DNase is obtained from preferably or4. A cleaning composition of claim 3 , wherein the DNase comprises one or both motif(s) [D/M/L][S/T]GYSR[D/N] (SEQ ID NO: 73) or ASXNRSKG (SEQ ID NO: 74).5. A cleaning composition according to claim 2 , wherein the DNase has at least 60% claim 2 , at least 65% claim 2 , at least 70% claim 2 , at least 75% claim 2 , at least 80% claim 2 , at least 85% claim 2 , at least 90% claim 2 , at least 95% claim 2 , at least 98% claim 2 , at least 99% or 100% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO 13.6. A cleaning composition according to claim 2 , wherein the DNase has at least 60% claim 2 , at least 65% claim 2 , at least 70% claim 2 , at least 75% claim 2 , at least 80% claim 2 , at least 85% claim 2 , at least 90% claim 2 , at least 95% claim 2 , at least 98% claim 2 , at least 99% or 100% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 65.7. A cleaning composition according to claim 2 , wherein the DNase has at least 60% claim 2 , at least 65% claim 2 , at least 70% claim 2 , at least 75% claim 2 , at least 80% claim 2 , at least 85% claim 2 , at least ...

WATER-SOLUBLE UNIT DOSE ARTICLES COMPRISING WATER-SOLUBLE FIBROUS STRUCTURES AND PARTICLES

Described herein is a household care composition, which delivers active agents onto fabric or hard surfaces, in the form of a water-soluble unit dose article comprising a water-soluble fibrous structure and one or more particles, as well as methods for making the same. 1. A water-soluble unit dose article comprising a water-soluble fibrous structure comprising a Base pH adjusting agent and at least one protease enzyme.2. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 1 , wherein the at least one protease has an isoelectric point of from about 6.5 to about 11.5.3. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 2 , wherein the at least one protease has an isolectric effect from about 9 to 10.4. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 1 , wherein the Base pH adjusting agent is selected from the group comprising of sulfate ions claim 1 , dihydrogen phosphate ions claim 1 , fluoride ions claim 1 , nitrite ions claim 1 , acetate ions claim 1 , hydrogen carbonate ions claim 1 , hydrogen sulfide ions claim 1 , ammonia claim 1 , carbonate ions claim 1 , hydroxide ions claim 1 , and combinations thereof.5. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 1 , wherein the Base pH adjusting agent comprises hydroxide ions.6. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 1 , wherein the one or more protease enzymes is selected from the group consisting of metalloproteases claim 1 , neutral proteases claim 1 , alkaline proteases claim 1 , serine proteases claim 1 , and combinations thereof.7. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 6 , wherein the protease is of animal claim 6 , vegetable claim 6 , or microbial origin.8. The water-soluble unit dose of claim 1 , wherein the protease is a genetically modified mutant of a metalloprotease or a serine protease.9. The water-soluble unit dose article of claim 1 , wherein water-soluble unit dose further comprises one or more non-protease enzymes claim 1 , wherein the one or more non-protease enzymers are selected from the group consisting ...

PROCESS OF LAUNDERING FABRICS USING A WATER-SOLUBLE UNIT DOSE ARTICLE

Described herein is a process of laundering fabrics using a household care composition, which delivers active agents onto fabric or hard surfaces while modifying the pH of the wash liquor to greater than 8. 1. A process of washing a fabric , comprising the steps of;a. obtaining a fabric comprising a sebum deposited thereon;b. treating the fabric in a wash step, wherein the wash step comprises contacting the fabric with a wash liquor;wherein the wash liquor is prepared by diluting a water-soluble unit dose in water by between 300 and 800 fold; wherein the wash liquor consists of a pH greater than or equal to 8; andwherein the water-soluble unit dose comprises:from about l0 wt % to about 80% of an alkylalkoxylated sulfate,one or more Base pH adjusting agents, and one or more protease enzymes.2. The process according to comprising the step;c. treating the fabric from step b in a rinse step, wherein the rinse step comprises contacting the fabric with a rinse solution.3. The process according to claim 1 ,wherein the alkylalkoxylated sulfate surfactant is alkyl ethoxylated surfactant claim 1 , preferably having an average degree of ethoxylation of from about 1 to about 3.5 claim 1 , more preferably from about 1 to about 3 claim 1 , even more preferably from about 1 to about 2.4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more protease enzymes has an isoelectric point of from about 6.5 to 11.5.5. The process according to claim 3 , wherein said alkoxylated amine comprises ethoxylate (EO) groups claim 3 , propoxylate (PO) groups claim 3 , or combinations thereof claim 3 , preferably ethoxylate (EO) groups.6. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the Base pH adjusting agent is selected from the group comprising of sulfate ions claim 1 , dihydrogen phosphate ions claim 1 , fluoride ions claim 1 , nitrite ions claim 1 , acetate ions claim 1 , hydrogen carbonate ions claim 1 , hydrogen sulfide ions claim 1 , ammonia claim 1 , carbonate ions claim 1 , hydroxide ...

METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR REDUCING PERSISTENT ODOR IN CLOTHING AND MITIGATING BIOFILMS ON VARIOUS MATERIALS

Novel methods and compositions for treating textiles and other materials are disclosed in which persistent odor or other symptoms of biofilm presence can be reduced through the use of compositions comprising N-acetyl cysteine or other agents in combination with certain enzymes. 1. A method for treating a textile item to reduce persistent odor , comprising applying an enzymatic composition to the item and then washing the item , wherein the enzymatic composition comprises: (a) water , (b) from 5% to 60% of a surfactant , (c) from 1% to 20% of an enzyme mixture comprising at least one of lysozyme , proteinase , amylase , mannanase , lipase , pectinase , DNAse and cellulase; and (d) from 0.1% to 10% of N-acetyl cysteine.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition further comprises from 0.01% to 8% by weight of bacterial spores that become active in response to the presence of contaminants on textiles selected from at least one of proteins claim 1 , carbohydrates claim 1 , lipids claim 1 , and carbohydrates claim 1 , the spores then producing enzymes that attack a portion of said contaminants claim 1 , wherein the concentration of the bacterial spores is between 1×10and 5×10CFU/ml.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition further comprises at least 0.05% of at least one of panthenol claim 1 , a derivative of panthenol claim 1 , and a catechin.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition is packaged with indicia instructing a user to wait at least 5 minutes between applying the enzymatic composition and washing the item.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzymatic composition comprises at least two segregated portions claim 1 , a first portion comprising an enzyme mixture and a second portion comprising N-acetyl cysteine claim 1 , further associated with indicia instructing a user to apply both portions to the one or more regions of the textile item associated with persistent odor claim 1 , such that N-acetyl ...

Process For Washing Fabrics

The present invention comprises a process of washing fabrics using a water-soluble unit dose article. 1. A process for reducing detergent residues on fabrics during the laundry process comprising the steps of;{'sup': '−1', 'a. Obtaining a water-soluble unit dose article comprising a water-soluble film and between about 4 ml and about 35 ml of a liquid laundry detergent composition, wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition has a viscosity of at least about 4.5 Pa·s at a shear rate of about 0.5 sas measured using a TA Rheometer AR2000 at about 25° C.;'}b. Adding the water-soluble unit dose article to an automatic washing machine the drum of an automatic washing machine with fabrics to be washed, wherein the fabrics comprise at least one stain or soil to be removed;c. Washing the fabrics in an automatic washing machine wash cycle, wherein said cycle comprises a main wash step, wherein said main wash step takes between about 5 minutes and about 50 minutes.2. The process according to wherein the main wash step takes between about 5 minutes and about 40 minutes to complete.3. The process according to claim 1 , wherein said main wash step comprises the addition of between about 7 L and about 60 L of water to the drum of the automatic washing machine.4. The process according to wherein the temperature of the water in the main wash step is between about 10° C. and about 45° C.5. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the automatic washing machine wash cycle comprises a final spin step claim 1 , wherein the drum of the automatic washing machine rotates at a speed of between about 0 rpm and about 1700 rpm.6. The process according to wherein the process comprises between about 1 kg and about 12 kg.7. The process according to wherein the fabrics comprise cotton fabrics claim 1 , synthetic fabrics or a mixture thereof.8. The process according to wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition has a viscosity of between about 4.5 Pa·s and about 35 Pa·s claim 1 , at a ...

Water-Soluble Unit Dose Article Comprising Hydrogenated Castor Oil

The present invention relates to water-soluble unit dose articles comprising hydrogenated castor oil, methods of their manufacture, and methods of their use. 1. A water-soluble unit dose article comprising a water-soluble film and a liquid laundry detergent composition , wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition comprises a non-soap anionic surfactant and between about 0.15% to about 1% by weight of the liquid laundry detergent composition of hydrogenated castor oil.2. The water-soluble unit dose article according to wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition comprises between about 0.15% and about 0.75% claim 1 , by weight of the liquid laundry detergent composition of hydrogenated castor oil.3. The water-soluble unit dose article according to comprising between about 5% and about 45% claim 1 , by weight of the liquid detergent composition of the non-soap anionic surfactant.4. The water-soluble unit dose article according to wherein the non-soap anionic surfactant is selected from linear alkylbenzene sulphonate claim 3 , alkyl sulphate claim 3 , alkoxylated alkyl sulphate or a mixture thereof.5. The water-soluble unit dose article according to wherein the non-soap anionic surfactant comprises linear alkylbenzene sulphonate and alkoxylated alkyl sulphate and the weight ratio of linear alkylbenzene sulphonate to alkoxylated alkyl sulphate is from about 2:1 to about 1:8.6. The water-soluble unit dose article according to wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition comprises a non-ionic surfactant claim 1 , wherein the non-ionic surfactant is selected from a fatty alcohol alkoxylate claim 1 , an oxo-synthesised fatty alcohol alkoxylate claim 1 , Guerbet alcohol alkoxylates claim 1 , alkyl phenol alcohol alkoxylates or a mixture thereof.7. The water-soluble unit dose article according to wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition comprises between about 1% and about 25% claim 6 , by weight of the liquid laundry detergent composition of the non- ...

AMPHIPHILIC POLYSACCHARIDE DERIVATIVES AND COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SAME

The disclosure relates to compositions comprising a polysaccharide derivative, wherein the polysaccharide derivative comprises a polysaccharide substituted with a) at least one hydrophobic group, and b) at least one hydrophilic group, wherein the polysaccharide is poly alpha-1,3-glucan, poly alpha-1,6-glucan, or poly alpha-1,3-1,6-glucan. 133-. (canceled)34. A composition comprising a polysaccharide derivative ,wherein the polysaccharide derivative comprises a polysaccharide substituted with at least one hydrophilic group that comprises sulfate,wherein the polysaccharide is poly alpha-1,3-glucan that comprises a backbone of glucose monomer units of which greater than or equal to 50% are linked via alpha-1,3-glycosidic linkages,and wherein the composition is an industrial product, household product, or personal care product.35. The composition of claim 34 , wherein greater than or equal to 90% of the glucose monomer units are linked via alpha-1 claim 34 ,3-glycosidic linkages.36. The composition of claim 34 , wherein the polysaccharide is further substituted with at least one hydrophobic group.37. The composition of claim 36 , wherein the hydrophobic group comprises a Cto Caryl claim 36 , benzyl claim 36 , C-Caryl sulfonyl claim 36 , or p-toluenesulfonyl group.38. The composition of claim 34 , wherein the polysaccharide has a degree of polymerization of about 5 to about 1400.39. The composition of claim 34 , wherein the polysaccharide derivative has a degree of substitution of about 0.001 to about 3.0.40. The composition of claim 34 , wherein the composition is in the form of a liquid claim 34 , gel claim 34 , powder claim 34 , hydrocolloid claim 34 , aqueous solution claim 34 , granule claim 34 , tablet claim 34 , capsule claim 34 , single compartment sachet claim 34 , multi-compartment sachet claim 34 , single compartment pouch claim 34 , or multi-compartment pouch.41. The composition of claim 34 , wherein the composition further comprises at least one of a ...

CLEANING COMPOSITION

The present disclosure relates generally to cleaning compositions and, more specifically, to cleaning compositions containing a mannanase enzyme at a level of from 0.0001% to 2% pure enzyme by weight of total composition and an xyloglucanase enzyme. 1. A detergent composition comprising a detergent ingredient , a mannanase enzyme at a level of from 0.0001% to 2% pure enzyme by weight of total composition and a cellulase enzyme.2. The detergent composition of claim 1 , wherein the cellulase enzyme is selected from the group consisting of endolase enzyme or xyloglucanase enzyme.3. The detergent composition according to claim 2 , wherein the endolase enzyme is present at a level of from 0.0001% to 2% pure enzyme by weight of the composition.4. The detergent composition according to claim 2 , wherein the xyloglucanase enzyme is present at a level of from 0.0001% to 2% pure enzyme by weight of the composition.5. The detergent composition according to claim 1 , further comprising a surfactant selected from anionic claim 1 , nonionic claim 1 , cationic surfactant claim 1 , and/or mixtures thereof.6. The detergent composition according to claim 1 , further comprising a hueing dye.7. The detergent composition according to claim 1 , further comprising a builder claim 1 , preferably a zeolite claim 1 , a sodium layered silicate claim 1 , citric acid claim 1 , lactic acid claim 1 , fatty acid claim 1 , and/or mixtures thereof.8. The detergent composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a suspension graft copolymer.9. The detergent composition according to claim 8 , wherein the suspension graft copolymer is present at a level from about 0.1% to about 15% by weight of the composition.10. The detergent composition according to claim 8 , wherein the suspension graft copolymer is selected from the group consisting of poly(vinylacetate)-g-poly(ethylene glycol) claim 8 , d poly(vinylpyrrolidone)-poly(vinyl acetate)-g-poly(ethylene glycol) claim 8 , ...

CRACKLING CLEANING COMPOSITION

A cleaning composition comprising: (a) from 20 to 49 wt % propellant; (b) from 25 to 55 wt % water; (c) from 3 to 12 wt % glycol alkyl ether; (d) from 2 to 12 wt % of an alcohol selected from the group consisting of ethanol and isopropanol; (d) from 1.5 to 5 wt % of a nonionic surfactant; and (e) from 0.3 to 1.5 wt % of a thickener. 1. A cleaning composition comprising: (a) from 20 to 49 wt % propellant; (b) from 25 to 55 wt % water; (c) from 3 to 12 wt % glycol alkyl ether; (d) from 2 to 12 wt % of an alcohol selected from the group consisting of ethanol and isopropanol; (d) from 1.5 to 5 wt % of a nonionic surfactant; and (e) from 0.3 to 1.5 wt % of a thickener.2. The cleaning composition of in which the thickener is a cellulose alkyl ether claim 1 , a cellulose hydroxyalkyl ether or a combination thereof.3. The cleaning composition of in which the glycol alkyl ether has from seven to twelve carbon atoms.4. The cleaning composition of in which the nonionic surfactant has an alkyl group having eight to eighteen carbon atoms and five to fifteen polymerized ethylene oxide residues.5. The cleaning composition of in which the propellant has a boiling point at atmospheric pressure from −50° C. to 0° C.6. The cleaning composition of comprising (a) from 23 to 43 wt % propellant; (b) from 35 to 53 wt % water; (c) from 3 to 10 wt % glycol alkyl ether; (d) from 3 to 10 wt % of ethanol; (d) from 3 to 4.5 wt % of a nonionic surfactant; and (e) from 0.35 to 1 wt % of a thickener.7. The cleaning composition of in which the thickener is hydroxyethyl cellulose.8. The cleaning composition of in which the glycol alkyl ether has from eight to eleven carbon atoms and an alkyl group has from two to five carbon atoms.9. The cleaning composition of in which the nonionic surfactant has an alkyl group having ten to sixteen carbon atoms and eight to ten polymerized ethylene oxide residues.10. The cleaning composition of in which the propellant is a mixture of propane and butane. This ...

DELAYED RELEASE ENZYME FORMULATIONS FOR BLEACH-CONTAINING DETERGENTS

Described are compositions and methods relating to delayed release enzyme formulations for bleach-containing detergents, and methods of use, thereof. The formulations are designed to promote the rapid release of a bleaching agent into a wash liquor and the delayed release of a protease, to reduce the undesirable effect that high concentrations of bleach have on protease activity. The compositions and methods have applications in, e.g., laundry and dishwashing. 1. A cleaning composition for removing proteinaceous stains from surfaces in the presence of a bleaching agent , comprising:a first sub-composition comprising a bleaching agent and being capable of rapid dissolution in a wash liquor; anda second sub-composition comprising a protease and having a slower rate of dissolution in the wash liquor compared to the first sub-composition comprising the bleaching agent;wherein upon dilution in a wash liquor at a preselected temperature, the majority of the bleaching agent is released into the wash liquor before the majority of the protease is released into the wash liquor.2. The cleaning composition of claim 1 , wherein less than about 50% of the protease is released into the wash liquor until a bleaching reaction between the bleaching agent and proteinaceous stains is complete.3. The cleaning composition of or claim 1 , wherein at least 80% of the bleaching agent is released into the wash liquor in less than about one minute before no more than about 50% of the protease is released into the wash liquor in less than about one minute claim 1 , as measured at a pre-selected temperature.4. The cleaning composition of claim 3 , wherein the preselected temperature is 32° C.5. The cleaning composition of claim 3 , wherein the preselected temperature is 16° C.6. The cleaning composition of any of the previous claims claim 3 , wherein the cleaning composition is a laundry detergent.7. The cleaning composition of any of the previous claims claim 3 , wherein the surface having the ...

Detergent Composition Including A Functional Material Encapsulated In Polyvinyl Alcohol Particles

A detergent composition includes a surfactant component present in an amount of from about 5 to about 70 weight percent actives based on a total weight of the composition, water present in an amount of from about 5 to about 90 weight percent based on a total weight of the composition, polyvinyl alcohol particles present in an amount of from about 0.1 to about 5 weight percent based on a total weight of the composition, and a functional material that is encapsulated in the polyvinyl alcohol particles and is chosen from enzymes, surfactants, functional polymers, and combinations thereof and present in an amount of from about 0.05 to about 2 weight percent actives based on a total weight of the composition. 1. A detergent composition comprising:a. a surfactant component present in an amount of from about 5 to about 70 weight percent actives based on a total weight of said composition;b. water present in an amount of from about 5 to about 90 weight percent based on a total weight of said composition;c. polyvinyl alcohol particles present in an amount of from about 0.1 to about 5 weight percent based on a total weight of said composition; andd. a functional material that is encapsulated in said polyvinyl alcohol particles and that is chosen from enzymes, surfactants, functional polymers, and combinations thereof and present in an amount of from about 0.05 to about 2 weight percent actives based on a total weight of said composition.2. The detergent composition of wherein said functional material is an enzyme chosen from cellulases claim 1 , lyases claim 1 , and combinations thereof.3. The detergent composition of wherein said functional material is a surfactant that is cationic.4. The detergent composition of further comprising a structurant present in an amount of from about 0.5 to about 5 weight percent based on a total weight of said composition.5. The detergent composition of wherein said structurant is chosen from cellulose claim 4 , carboxymethylcellulose claim 4 , ...

ARTIFICIAL FAECES

An artificial faecal composition including: i) simulated digested-food matter, and ii) an n-acetylated polysaccharide. 1. A method of assessing cleaning of a fabric comprising a faecal stain , the method comprising the steps of: i) simulated digested-food matter; and', 'ii) an n-acetylated polysaccharide, 'a) applying a determined amount of an artificial faecal composition comprisingb) washing the fabric; andc) evaluating the removal of the composition from the fabric.2. A method according to wherein the polysaccharide comprises chitosan.3. A method according to wherein the polysaccharide comprises chitosan wherein the chitosan has a degree of deacetylation of from about 50 to about 99%.4. A method according to wherein the polysaccharide comprises chitosan wherein the chitosan has a degree of deacetylation of from about 60 to about 95%.5. A method according to wherein the polysaccharide comprises chitosan wherein the chitosan has a molecular weight of from about 10 claim 1 ,000 to about 500 claim 1 ,000.6. A method according to wherein the polysaccharide comprises chitosan wherein the chitosan has a molecular weight of from about 20 claim 1 ,000 to about 400 claim 1 ,000 Da.7. A method according to wherein the polysaccharide comprises chitosan wherein the chitosan has a degree of deacetylation of from about 70 to about 90% and a molecular weight of from about 30 claim 1 ,000 to about 200 claim 1 ,000 Da.8. A method according to wherein the composition comprises a source of extra cellular DNA.9Micrococcus luteus.. A method according to wherein the composition comprises a source of extra cellular DNA selected from the group consisting of DNA from Salmon Testes claim 1 , DNA from Herring Testes and DNA from10. A method according to wherein the simulated digested-food matter comprises ingredients selected from the group consisting of:a. one or more dried vegetable(s);b. fiber;c. yeast or yeast derivatives;d. a fatty acid;e. proteins; andf. a mixture thereof.11. A method ...

Sulfate-Free Liquid Laundry Detergent

The present disclosure provides sulfate-free detergent formulations comprising water, a nonionic surfactant, and at least a second surfactant, wherein the formulation has a Zein score of less than about 3 percent when tested as a 10% dilution. 1. An aqueous detergent formulation comprising:a) waterb) a nonionic surfactant; andc) at least a second surfactant; 'has a Zein score of less than about 3 percent when tested as a 10% dilution; and is substantially sulfate-free.', 'wherein the formulation'}2. The formulation of claim 1 , wherein the nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated alcohol having a Zein score of less than about 1 percent when tested as a 1% active surfactant solution.3. The formulation of claim 2 , wherein the ethoxylated alcohol having a Zein score of less than about 1 percent comprises from about 5 to about 30 percent of the formulation by weight.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. The formulation of claim 1 , wherein the nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated alcohol having a Zein score of less than about 1 percent when tested as a 1% active surfactant solution and comprising one or more C-Cprimary alkanols that has been condensed with 4 to 10 moles of ethylene oxide per mole of C-Cprimary alkanol.7. (canceled)8. The formulation of claim 1 , wherein the at least a second surfactant is an amphoteric surfactant having a Zein score of less than about 2 percent when tested as a 1% active surfactant solution claim 1 , an anionic surfactant having a Zein score of less than about 2 percent when tested as a 1% active surfactant solution claim 1 , or a second nonionic surfactant having a Zein score of less than about 2 percent when tested as a 1% active surfactant solution.9. The formulation of claim 8 , wherein the amphoteric surfactant having a Zein score of less than about 2 percent is a betaine.11. The formulation of claim 10 , wherein Ris R—CONH—(CH)— and Ris a linear or branched C-Calkyl group and n is 2 claim 10 , 3 claim 10 , or 4.12. (canceled)13. (canceled) ...

Microencapsulation of Detergent Components

The present invention provides a microcapsule composition produced by crosslinking of a polybranched polyamine, which is used for stabilizing non-enzymatic detergent components. 1. A substantially non-enzymatic microcapsule composition , comprising a detergent component entrapped in a compartment formed by a membrane , which membrane is produced by cross-linking of a polybranched polyamine having a molecular weight of more than 800 Da.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the detergent component is reactive or incompatible with another detergent component.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the detergent component is reactive or incompatible with a detergent enzyme.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the reactive amino groups of the polybranched polyamine constitute at least 15% of the molecular weight.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the diameter of the compartment is at least 50 micrometers.6. The composition of claim 1 , which further includes an alcohol claim 1 , such as a polyol.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polybranched polyamine has a molecular weight of at least 1 kDa.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polybranched polyamine is a polyethyleneimine.9. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the compartment comprises a source of Mg2+ claim 1 , Ca2+ claim 1 , or Zn2+ ions.10. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the membrane is produced by using an acid chloride as crosslinking agent.11. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the membrane is produced by interfacial polymerization.12. (canceled)13. A liquid detergent composition claim 1 , comprising a surfactant and/or a detergent builder claim 1 , and the microcapsule composition of .14. The composition of claim 13 , which comprises a first component and a second component which are mutually incompatible or reactive claim 13 , and wherein the first component is entrapped in the compartment of the microcapsule claim 13 , and the second component is not entrapped in the ...

FRAGRANCED PASTILLE FOR LAUNDRY APPLICATION

Provided herein are solid compositions for fabric treatment; aerated solid compositions for fabric treatment; unit dose laundry detergent compositions containing solid compositions or aerated solid compositions for fabric treatment; and methods of their making and using, e.g., for treating textiles. 1. A solid composition for fabric treatment , comprising: [{'br': None, 'sup': 1', '2, 'i': x', 'y, 'RO-(EO)-(PO)-R\u2003\u2003(I),'}, {'br': None, 'sup': 1', '2, 'i': x', 'y, 'RO—(PO)-(EO)-R\u2003\u2003(II),'}, {'br': None, 'sup': 1', '2, 'i': o', 'p', 'q, 'RO-(EO)-(PO)-(EO)-R\u2003\u2003(III),'}, {'br': None, 'sup': 1', '2, 'i': o', 'p', 'q, 'RO—(PO)-(EO)-(PO)-R\u2003\u2003(IV),'}], '(a) a block copolymer having Formulae (I), (II), (III) or (IV),'}or a combination thereof;{'sub': 2', '2', '3', '2, 'wherein EO is a —CHCHO— group, and PO is a —CH(CH)CHO— group;'}{'sup': 1', '2, 'sub': 1', '22, 'Rand Rindependently is H or a C-Calkyl group;'}x, y, o, p, and q independently is 1-100;provided that the sum of x and y is greater than 35, and the sum of o, p and q is greater than 35;wherein the block copolymer has a molecular weight ranging from about 3000 g/mol to about 12,000 g/mol.(b) a glycol fatty acid ester; and(c) a fragrance,wherein the solid composition is in a form comprising a pastille, a pellet, a powder, a pulverized powder, or a tablet.2. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer is present in an amount of about 75 wt % to about 99 wt % of the composition.{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'The solid composition of , wherein the glycol fatty acid ester is present in an amount of from about 0.05 wt % to about 20 wt %.'}3. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is substantially free of polyethylene glycol.4. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer has Formula (I) or (II) claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , and wherein the ratio of x:y ranges from about 1.5:1 to about 10:1.5. The ...

Stain cleaning device

Stain cleaning devices are presented including: a base forming a tapered cylinder and having a base upper opening and a base lower opening, the base configured for receiving a fabric; and a ring forming a tapered sleeve that is complementary with the base, where the ring includes a ring upper opening and a ring lower opening, and where the ring secures the fabric over the base. In some embodiments, devices further include: an insert disc having a top surface and a bottom surface, where the insert is positioned between the base upper opening and the fabric and where the insert includes, a washboard surface along the top surface and a soaking tray surface along the bottom surface. In some embodiments, the washboard surface includes a texture selected from the group consisting of: a raised cross texture, a raised parallel texture, and a number of raised individual features.

DETERGENT FORMULATIONS HAVING ENHANCED GERM REMOVAL EFFICACY

Laundry detergent formulations for everyday use having cleaning and enhanced germ removal efficacy, as well as consumer acceptable viscosity levels and long-term stability profiles, are disclosed.

POLYESTERS MADE FROM BIO-RENEWABLE RAW MATERIALS FOR PREVENTING DYE REDEPOSITION ON FABRICS AND GARMENTS IN TEXTILE FINISHING AND GARMENT WASHING PROCESSES

A method for preventing a redeposition during washing of dyed fabric or garments made from natural and synthetic fibers is provided. The method may include admixing 0.1% to 1% of at least one anti-redeposition agent to an aqueous bath depending on the total weight of the dyed fabric to be washed. The anti-redeposition agent may include a water-soluble polyester made from bio-renewable raw materials. The water-soluble polyester may include a reaction product of a polyglycerol mixture, a sugar alcohol, a sebacic acid, and one of an unsaturated fatty acid, a saturated fatty acid, a fat or an oil, a polylactic acid, or polyhydroxyalkanoate. 1. A method for preventing a dye redeposition onto a dyed fabric during washing , the method comprising:determining a weight of the dyed fabric; and a weight of the anti-redeposition agent is 0.1% to 1% of the weight of the dyed fabric; and', a polyglycerol mixture;', 'a sugar alcohol;', 'a sebacic acid; and', 'one of an unsaturated fatty acid, a saturated fatty acid, a fat or an oil, a polylactic acid, or polyhydroxyalkanoate., 'the anti-redeposition agent includes a water-soluble polyester made from bio-renewable raw materials, the water-soluble polyester comprising a reaction product of at least of], 'adding an anti-redeposition agent to an aqueous bath, wherein2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dyed fabric is made from one or more of natural fibers and synthetic fibers.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the polyglycerol mixture comprises mono-glycerol claim 1 , di-glycerol claim 1 , tri-glycerol claim 1 , and tetra-glycerol.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sugar alcohol includes erythritol claim 1 , threitol claim 1 , arabitol claim 1 , xylitol claim 1 , ribitol claim 1 , mannitol claim 1 , sorbitol claim 1 , galactitol claim 1 , fucitol claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water-soluble polyester is a reaction product of:from 30% to 70% by weight of the polyglycerol mixture;from 0% to ...

METHODS OF LAUNDERING STITCHBONDED NONWOVEN TOWELS USING A SOIL RELEASE POLYMER

A method of laundering a soiled stitchbonded nonwoven towel, to provide hygienically-clean, odor-free towels having a non-durable soil release polymer agents on the fabrics and stitching. The method has a step of washing soiled stitchbonded nonwoven towels in a first aqueous wash solution formed from a first wash composition comprising a surfactant, a builder, an alkalinity source, and a soil release polymer, at a first alkaline pH, and at a first wash temperature sufficient to remove soil on the towels without redeposition of the soil back onto the towels or into the laundry machine once the residual wash solution is drained. The method also has a step of treating the washed towels in a treatment solution formed from a post-wash composition comprising a soil release polymer agent, at a temperature and pH sufficient to aid in exhausting soil release polymer from the treatment solution and onto the towels or fabrics. 1. A method of laundering soiled textile items , the method comprising the steps of:a) flushing the soiled textile items with an alkali water solution for a time sufficient to loosen particulate soil on the soiled textile items;b) washing in a first wash cycle the soiled textile items in a first aqueous wash solution formed from a first wash composition, the first wash composition comprising a surfactant, a builder, an alkalinity source, and a soil release polymer, the first aqueous wash solution having a first alkaline pH, and a first wash temperature;c) washing in a second wash cycle the first-washed textile items in a second aqueous wash solution formed from a second wash composition, the second wash composition comprising a surfactant, a builder, and an alkalinity source, the second aqueous wash solution having a second alkaline pH higher than the first alkaline pH, and a second wash temperature;d) washing in a bleaching cycle the second-washed textile items in an aqueous bleach solution formed from a bleaching composition, the bleaching composition ...

Unit Dose Detergent Products With Effect On Protein Stains

A low dose of borax and of liquid detergent is delivered to wash water in a multi-chamber single dose unit containing borax in a powder chamber and a liquid detergent in a liquid chamber. The treatment removes proteinaceous stains without a proteinase enzyme. 1. A multi-chamber single dose unit comprising a powder chamber and a liquid chamber , wherein the liquid chamber comprises 7.5 to 18 grams of a liquid detergent and the powder chamber comprises 0.5 to 7.5 grams of borax , wherein the liquid detergent comprises 10% to 100% by weight surfactant.2. The single dose unit according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid chamber comprises 9 to 12 grams of liquid detergent and the powder chamber comprises 1.5 to 5 grams of borax.3. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the liquid detergent comprises 10% to 75% by weight surfactant.4. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the liquid detergent comprises a nonionic surfactant and an anionic surfactant.5. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the liquid detergent comprises an alcohol ethoxylate and a sulfonate.6. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the liquid detergent comprises 40% to 60% by weight surfactant.7. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the liquid detergent comprises about 45% by weight surfactant.8. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the powder chamber comprises 2 to 4 grams of borax and the liquid chamber comprises about 10.5 grams of liquid detergent.9. The single dose unit of claim 1 , wherein the powder chamber comprises 2 grams of borax and the liquid chamber comprises about 10.5 grams of liquid detergent.10. The single unit dose of claim 1 , wherein the liquid detergent is free of protease.11. The single unit dose according to claim 1 , wherein the powder chamber contains only borax.12. The single unit dose of claim 1 , wherein the liquid chamber and the powder chamber are enclosed in a polyvinyl alcohol film having a thickness of 60 to 100 micrometers.13. The single unit dose of ...

GARMENT LAUNDERING SYSTEM

An anti-aging laundering system for fabrics comprising complementary laundering system components (a) a detergent composition, (b) a fabric rinse conditioner, and (c) an ancilliary laundry agent wherein the (b) or (c) provides a combination of (i) a fabric shape retention agent (ii) a fabric drape improver, and (iii) at least one perfume, and wherein said complementary laundering components bear common visual indicia and corresponding instructions to launder fabrics with components (a) and (b) and (c). 1. An anti-aging laundering system for fabrics comprising complementary laundering system components:(a) a detergent composition,(b) a fabric rinse conditioner, and(c) an ancillary laundry agent,wherein the (b) or (c) provides a combination of:(i) a fabric shape retention agent,(ii) a fabric drape improver,(iii) at least one perfume, wherein the system further includes a further complementary component being a fabric refresh spray, which also bears said common visual indicia;', 'wherein the system includes instructions to treat the fabrics with the fabric refresh spray following use of said laundered fabrics, and then subsequently to re-wear the laundered fabrics; and', 'wherein the fabric refresher comprises a fabric refreshing composition and a hand-held spray device which is manually operable to produce a spray of said composition in the form of a fine aerosol; said composition comprising at least one of: an anti-malodour agent, an anti-wrinkle agent, and a perfume; and said spray device comprising a reservoir containing said composition and a spray mechanism., 'wherein said complementary laundering components bear common visual indicia and corresponding instructions to launder fabrics with components (a) and (b) and (c);'}2. (canceled)3. An anti-aging laundering system for fabrics according to claim 1 , wherein the laundering system includes a further complementary component being at least one colour care agent.4. An anti-aging laundering system for fabrics ...

FABRIC CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING GLYCERIDE COPOLYMERS

The present invention relates to fabric cleaning and/or treatment compositions as well as methods of making and using same. Such fabric cleaning and/or treatment compositions contain species of glyceride copolymers that have the required viscosity and lubricity. Thus, such species of glyceride copolymers provide improved softening performance and formulability. 2. The composition of wherein said first and second glyceride copolymers have a weight average molecular weight of from about 4 claim 1 ,000 g/mol to about 150 claim 1 ,000 g/mol.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein for said second glyceride copolymer at least one of R claim 1 , R claim 1 , R claim 1 , R claim 1 , or Ris a Calkenyl.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein for the second glyceride copolymer claim 1 , Ris a Calkyl or a Calkenyl.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein for the second glyceride copolymer claim 1 , Ris a Calkyl or a Calkenyl.6. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein for the second glyceride copolymer claim 1 , Ris a Calkyl or a Calkenyl.7. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein for the second glyceride copolymer claim 1 , each Ris independently selected from a Calkyl and a Calkenyl.8. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein for the second glyceride copolymer claim 1 , Ris a Calkyl or a Calkenyl.9. A composition according to claim 1 , said composition comprising claim 1 , based on total composition weight claim 1 , from about 0.1% to about 50% of a glyceride copolymer claim 1 , selected from the group consisting of said first glyceride copolymer claim 1 , second glyceride copolymer and mixtures thereof.10. A composition according to claim 1 , comprising one or more of the following:a) from about 0.01% to about 50% of said fabric softener active;b) from about 0.001% to about 15% of said anionic surfactant scavenger;c) from about 0.01% to about 10%, of said delivery enhancing agent;d) from about 0.005% to about 30% of said perfume ...

WATER-SOLUBLE UNIT DOSE ARTICLE COMPRISING A FIRST ALKOXYLATED ALCOHOL NON-IONIC SURFACTANT AND A SECOND ALKOXYLATED ALCOHOL NON-IONIC SURFACTANT

A water-soluble unit dose article containing a non-soap anionic surfactant and non-ionic surfactant, where the non-ionic surfactant includes first and second alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants. A related process of laundering fabrics. 1. A water-soluble unit dose article comprising a water-soluble film and a liquid laundry detergent composition , wherein the liquid laundry detergent composition comprises:a. from about 15% to about 55% by weight of the laundry detergent composition of a non-soap anionic surfactant;b. from about 2.5% to about 30% by weight of the laundry detergent composition of a non-ionic surfactant;{'claim-text': [{'claim-text': [{'br': None, 'sub': ['1', '1', 'n', '2', 'm', '3', 'z'], '#text': 'R—O-(AO)-(AO)-(AO)—H\u2003\u2003(I)'}, {'sub': ['1', '2', '3', '1', '2', '3', '2', '3', '1'], '#text': 'wherein AOis a first alkoxy chain selected from an ethoxylate chain, a propoxylate chain or a butoxylate chain, AOis a second alkoxy chain selected from an ethoxylate chain, a propoxylate chain or a butoxylate chain, AOis a third alkoxy chain selected from an ethoxylate chain, a propoxylate chain or a butoxylate chain and wherein AOand AOare different from one another, and wherein if AOis present, then AOand AOare different from one another; Ris a linear or branched alkyl chain having an average of from about 8 to about 18 carbon atoms; n is from about 1-30, m is from about 1-30 and z is from about 0-30, and sum total of n+m+z is at least about 10; and'}], '#text': '(i) a first alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactant according to structure:'}, {'claim-text': [{'br': None, 'sub': ['2', 'p'], '#text': 'R—O-(EO)-H,\u2003\u2003(III)'}, {'sub': '2', '#text': 'wherein, EO is an ethoxylate chain; Ris a linear or branched alkyl chain having an average of from about 8 to about 18 carbon atoms; p is from about 1-30.'}], '#text': '(ii) between about 2% and about 10% by weight of the laundry detergent composition of a second alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic ...

Polypeptides

The present invention relates to new polypeptides, nucleotides encoding the polypeptide, as well as methods of producing the polypeptides. The present invention also relates to detergent composition comprising polypeptides, a laundering method and the use of polypeptides.

CLEANING FORMULATION AND METHOD

The invention provides a formulation and method for the treatment of a substrate, the method comprising the treatment of the substrate with the formulation, the formulation comprising a multiplicity of solid cleaning particles and a multiplicity of dosing particles, wherein the dosing particles comprise at least one host material and at least one releasable material, wherein the host material comprises at least one partially or completely water soluble polymeric material and the at least one releasable material comprises at least one cleaning or post-cleaning agent or other treatment additive for the treatment of the substrate. The method and formulation are advantageously applied to the cleaning of textile fabrics. 1. A method of the treatment of a substrate , said method comprising the treatment of the substrate with a formulation comprising a multiplicity of solid cleaning particles and a multiplicity of dosing particles , wherein said dosing particles comprise at least one host material and at least one releasable material , wherein said host material comprises at least one partially or completely water soluble polymeric material and said at least one releasable material comprises at least one cleaning and/or post-cleaning agent and/or other treatment additive for the treatment of the substrate , wherein said at least one other treatment additive comprises at least one anti-microbial agent , and wherein said dosing particles are re-used in further procedures according to the claimed method.2. A method as claimed in wherein said method is performed in an aqueous environment in the presence of limited quantities of water.3. A method as claimed in which comprises a method for the cleaning of a soiled substrate claim 1 , wherein said at least one releasable material comprises at least one cleaning agent.4. A method as claimed in wherein said at least one releasable material comprises at least one post-cleaning agent claim 1 , or wherein said at least one releasable ...

Structured Detergent Composition Providing Enhanced Suspension Control, Optical Brightening, And Whitening Maintenance

A structured detergent composition has a yield stress point and includes a surfactant component present in an amount of from about 5 to about 50 weight percent actives, water present in a total amount of from about 40 to about 90 weight percent, and a smectite clay present in an amount of from about 0.2 to about 3 weight percent actives, each based on a total weight of the composition. The composition is formed by combining water and a smectite clay to form a mixture, applying shear to the mixture, combining the sheared mixture with an acidic surfactant, adding an acid to the combination of the sheared mixture and the acidic surfactant, then adding a base and a buffer. The method also includes the step of adding additional surfactants, wherein the combination of the acidic surfactant and the additional surfactants make up the surfactant component. 1. A structured detergent composition that has a yield stress point , said structured detergent composition comprising:A. a surfactant component present in an amount of from about 10 to about 20 weight percent actives based on a total weight of said composition;B. water present in a total amount of from about 40 to about 90 weight percent based on a total weight of said composition;hectorite clay present in an amount of from about 0.2 to about 0.5 weight percent actives based on a total weight of said composition;C. an acid;D. a base; andE. a buffer,wherein said structured detergent composition is free of separation of said hectorite clay from said water and is free of flocculation.2. The structured detergent composition of further comprising at least one active agent suspended in said structured detergent composition and present in an amount of greater than zero and up to about 5 weight percent actives based on a total weight of said composition.3. The structured detergent composition of wherein at least one active agent is encapsulated and suspended in said structured detergent composition wherein said encapsulated ...

A DISINFECTANT AQUEOUS COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR TREATING SUBSTRATES

The present invention relates to a composition and a method for treating substrates, such as fabrics; in particular a composition that can deliver cleaning and anti-microbial benefits to the fabric thereby delaying laundry. There is a long left need for a composition, which can clean the fabric and deliver anti-microbial benefits without the use of water and detergents. It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a composition with no surfactants in it which can deliver cleaning and anti-microbial benefits through a single product. It has been found that cleaning and anti-microbial benefits on fabric can be achieved by a solvent mix of a glycol ether, a fatty acid ester and a diol in combination with a bipolar antimicrobial particle in an aqueous solution. 1. An aqueous composition for treating a substrate , comprising: [{'sub': 7', '14, 'i. 2 to 25% by weight of the solvent mix of a diol which is a vicinal diol with carbon chain length from Cto C;'}, 'ii. 2 to 80% by weight of the solvent mix of a fatty acid ester of the formula R1COR2 wherein R1 represents an alkyl group having 6 to 15 carbon atoms and R2 is methyl or ethyl;', 'iii. 2 to 80% by weight of the solvent mix of a glycol ether;, 'a) 1 to 60% by weight of a solvent mix comprising{'sub': '20', 'b) 0.2 to 5% by weight of a bipolar antimicrobial particle which is an asymmetric 1:1 or 2:1:1 clay particle comprising alternating tetrahedral and octahedral sheets terminating with a tetrahedral sheet at one external surface plane and an octahedral sheet at another external surface plane and an antimicrobial group attached to the coordinating cation on one of the said external surface plane, wherein the antimicrobial group is selected from quaternary ammonium material comprising a single alkyl or alkenyl long chain having an average chain length greater than or equal to Cor a quaternary ammonium material selected from cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), Cetyltrimethyl ammonium Bromide (CTAB), ...

FABRIC TREATMENT COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING BENEFIT AGENT CAPSULES

Fabric treatment compositions that include benefit agent capsules and diaminostilbene brightener. Methods of using the same. Wash water containing such compositions. 3. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein said shell component is selected from the list consisting of polyacrylate claim 1 , polyamine claim 1 , polyurea claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polysaccharide claim 1 , modified polysaccharide claim 1 , urea crosslinked with formaldehyde claim 1 , urea crosslinked with glutaraldehyde claim 1 , siliconedioxide claim 1 , sodium silicate claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polyacrylamide claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.4. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein said shell component is selected from the list consisting of polyamine claim 1 , polyurea claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polyacrylate claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.5. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein said shell component is selected from polyurea claim 1 , polyacrylate claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.6. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the total level of diaminostilbene brightener is from about 0.01% to about 2% by weight of the fabric treatment composition.7. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the total level of diaminostilbene brightener is from about 0.04% to about 1.5% by weight of the fabric treatment composition.8. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the total level of diaminostilbene brightener is from about 0.1% to about 0.5% by weight of the fabric treatment composition.9. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the polyvinylalcohol has a degree of hydrolysis of about 70% to about 99%.10. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the polyvinylalcohol as a 4 wt % solution in water has a viscosity of from about 2 mPa·s to about 150 mPa·s.11. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the weight ratio of polyvinylalcohol to brightener is from about 1/1 to about 1 ...

Compositions Comprising Lipase and Sulfite

The present invention relates to a composition comprising: (a) a source of sulfite; and (b) a lipase variant of a parent lipase, wherein one or more amino acids in the parent lipase within 20 angstrom (Å) of a cysteine bridge are replaced with a more negatively charged amino acid. 2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the lipase variant is a variant of the parent lipase shown as SEQ ID NO: 2 or of a lipase having at least 60% claim 1 , at least 65% claim 1 , at least 70% claim 1 , at least 75% claim 1 , at least 80% claim 1 , at least 85% claim 1 , at least 90% claim 1 , at least 95% claim 1 , at least 96% claim 1 , at least 97% claim 1 , at least 98% claim 1 , at least 99% claim 1 , but less than 100% sequence identity to the parent lipase.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the lipase variant comprises one or more (e.g. several) substitutions at positions corresponding to amino acid residues 15 claim 1 , 23 claim 1 , 35 claim 1 , 37 claim 1 , 39 claim 1 , 40 claim 1 , 42 claim 1 , 101 claim 1 , 105 claim 1 , 106 claim 1 , 184 claim 1 , 267 of SEQ ID NO: 2.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the amino acid in the parent lipase within 20 angstrom (Å) of a cysteine bridge is replaced with a negatively charged amino acid selected from D or E claim 1 , in particular wherein the lipase variant comprises substitutions corresponding to Q15D claim 1 , E; G23D claim 1 , E; T35D claim 1 , E; T37D claim 1 , E; N39D claim 1 , E; A40D claim 1 , E; P42D claim 1 , E; N101D claim 1 , E; S105D claim 1 , E; G106D claim 1 , E; F184D claim 1 , E or T267D claim 1 , E of SEQ ID NO: 2.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the parent lipase has at least 65% claim 1 , at least 70% claim 1 , at least 75% claim 1 , at least 80% claim 1 , at least 85% claim 1 , at least 90% claim 1 , at least 95% claim 1 , at least 96% claim 1 , at least 97% claim 1 , at least 98% claim 1 , at least 99% or 100% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 2.6. The ...

LAUNDRY TREATMENT COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING PERFUME AND SILICA MICROPARTICLES

A laundry treatment composition comprising: i) at least 5 wt % amphiphilic material, preferably selected from the group consisting of detersive surfactants and quaternary ammonium compounds, ii) from 0.1 to 5 wt % perfume, iii) 0.2 to 6 wt % of porous microparticles comprising sol-gel derived material, the sol-gel derived material including a plurality of alkylsiloxy substituents and wherein the sol-gel derived material is obtained from: (a) at least one first alkoxysilane precursor having the formula: (R′O)—Si—(CH)—Ar—(CH)—Si—(OR′)(1) where n and m are individually an integer from 1 to 8, Ar is a single-, fused-, or poly-aromatic ring, and each R′ is independently a Cto Calkyl group and (b) optionally, at least one second precursor having the formula: (formula) (2) where x is 1, 2, 3 or 4; y is 0, 1, 2, 3; z is 0, 1; the total of x+y+z is 4; each R is independently an organic functional group; each an R′ is independently a Cto Calkyl group and R″ is an organic bridging group, where the sol-gel derived material is swellable to at least 2.5 times its dry mass, when placed in excess acetone, whereby the weight amount of iii) exceeds the weight amount of ii) in the composition. Also, a method of prolongation of perfume delivery from a liquid laundry treatment composition comprising perfume, the method comprising the steps of: (i) adding sol-gel derived silica microparticles as described above to the liquid composition; C30068 EP (C) CPL (ii) optionally, diluting the liquid and applying the liquid or the diluted liquid to a surface to be treated to deposit the microparticles onto the surface; (iii) rinsing away the liquid or diluted liquid to leave perfume loaded microparticles on the surface to be treated; and (iv) releasing perfume from the microparticles over period of about 24 hours. 2. The composition according to wherein the plurality of alkylsiloxy groups have the formula:{'br': None, 'sub': w', '3', '4−w, '—(O)—Si—(R)\u2003\u2003(3)'}{'sub': '3', 'where each Ris ...

FABRIC TREATMENT COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING BENEFIT AGENT CAPSULES

Fabric treatment compositions that include benefit agent capsules and biphenyl brightener. Methods of using the same. Wash water that includes such compositions. 2. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein said shell component is selected from the list consisting of polyacrylate claim 1 , polyamine claim 1 , polyurea claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polysaccharide claim 1 , modified polysaccharide claim 1 , urea crosslinked with formaldehyde claim 1 , urea crosslinked with glutaraldehyde claim 1 , siliconedioxide claim 1 , sodium silicate claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polyacrylamide claim 1 , and mixtures thereof; preferably said shell component is selected from the list consisting of polyamine claim 1 , polyurea claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polyacrylate claim 1 , and mixtures thereof; more preferably said shell component is selected from polyurea claim 1 , polyacrylate claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.3. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein said shell component is selected from the list consisting of polyamine claim 1 , polyurea claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polyacrylate claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.4. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein said shell component is selected from the list consisting of polyurea claim 1 , polyacrylate claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.5. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the level of biphenyl brightener is from about 0.01% to about 2%.6. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the level of polyvinylalcohol is from about 0.01 to about 20%.7. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the polyvinylalcohol has a degree of hydrolysis of about 70% to about 99%.8. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the polyvinylalcohol as a 4 wt % solution in water has a viscosity of from about 2 mPa·s to about 150 mPa·s.9. The fabric treatment composition according to wherein the weight ratio of polyvinylalcohol to biphenyl brightener is from ...

ANCILLARY LAUNDRY COMPOSITION

An ancillary laundry composition comprising: a) 2-20 w.t. % functionalised fabric softening silicone; b) Less than 5 w.t. % surfactant; c) 0.35-10 w.t. % cationic cellulose polymer d) Water 10 wherein the functionalised fabric softening polymer and cationic cellulose polymer are present in a ratio of 5:2 to 1:6 by weight. 1: An ancillary laundry composition comprising:a) 2-20 w.t. % functionalised fabric softening silicone;b) less than 5 w.t. % surfactant;c) 0.35-10 w.t. % cationic cellulose polymer; andd) water.wherein the functionalised fabric softening polymer and the cationic cellulose polymer are present in a ratio of 5:2 to 1:6 by weight.2: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 1 , comprising less than 2 w.t. % surfactant.3: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 1 , wherein the cationic cellulose polymer backbone is modified to incorporate a quaternary ammonium salt.4: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 3 , wherein the quaternary ammonium salt is linked to the cellulose backbone by a hydroxyethyl or a hydroxypropyl group.5: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 1 , wherein the functionalised fabric softening silicone is an anionic functionalised silicone or an amino functionalised silicone.6: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 1 , wherein the functionalised fabric softening silicone is an anionic functionalised silicone.7: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 6 , wherein the anionic functionalised silicone is in a pendent position.8: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 6 , wherein the anionic functionalised silicone is in a mid chain position.9: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 1 , wherein the functionalised fabric softening silicone is an emulsion.10: The ancillary laundry composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises 2.5-20 w.t. % functionalised fabric softening silicone.11: The ancillary laundry ...

PORTABLE STAIN REMOVAL DEVICE

Portable stain removal device () comprising a detachable stain removal accessory () containing a stain removing material (), whereby said portable stain removal device is suitable for implementing any combination of the following functions: stain removing using a chemical reagent, rinsing the stain residues and chemical residues, and evaporating water from the treated area of the garment. 2. The portable stain removal device according to claim 1 , wherein the heater is also adapted to heat the chemical reagent in the chemical container.3. The portable stain removal device according to claim 1 , further comprising a liquid tank for containing water and or a chemical neutralizes wherein the liquid tank is configured to dispense water and/or chemical neutralizer into the chemical container and or onto the fabric.4. The portable stain removal device according to claim 3 , wherein the heater is configured to:heat the liquid tank for generating hot water and or hot chemical neutralizer and/or steam.5. The portable stain removal device according to claim 1 , wherein said chemical container takes the form of a cartridge being detachable from the portable stain removal device.6. The portable stain removal device according to claim 5 , wherein said cartridge is adapted to contain a liquid chemical reagent claim 5 , said portable stain removal device comprising:a chemical-dosing nozzle,a pump for carrying said liquid chemical reagent to said chemical-dosing nozzle in order to dispense said liquid chemical onto the fabric.7. The portable stain removal device according to claim 5 , wherein said cartridge is adapted to contain a solid chemical reagent in the form of powder or granule claim 5 , said portable stain removal device comprising:a chemical-dosing nozzle,a water tank for holding water,a pump for carrying water from said water tank to said cartridge in order to form a chemical solution, and to carry said chemical solution to said chemical-dosing nozzle.8. The portable ...

FABRIC CARE COMPOSITION

A rinsing aqueous fabric care composition used to fight malodour on damp fabric. The composition comprises from about 0 wt % to about 5 wt % of anionic surfactant, from about 0 wt % to about 3 wt % of cationic surfactant, and a specifically designed perfume. 2. The rinsing composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises from about 0 wt % to about 1.5 wt % of anionic surfactant claim 1 , from about 0 wt % to about 1.5 wt% of cationic surfactant claim 1 , and from about 50 wt % to about 97 wt % of water.3. The rinsing composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises a non-ionic surfactant.4. The rinsing composition according to claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of (Cationic surfactant+Anionic surfactant+Non-ionic surfactant) to (Non-ionic surfactant) is below 2.5. The rinsing composition according to claim 1 , wherein the perfume comprises a mixture of at least 7 perfume raw materials and wherein the perfume comprises at least about 80 wt % of perfume raw material selected from: Lavandin Grosso oil; Iso Propyl-2-Methyl Butyrate; Dimethyl cyclohexenyl 3-butenyl ketone; Eucalyptol; Benzyl Acetate; Hexyl Acetate; Methyl Benzoate; 3a claim 1 ,4 claim 1 ,5 claim 1 ,6 claim 1 ,7 claim 1 ,7a-hexahydro-4 claim 1 ,7-methano-1H-indenyl acetate; Octanal; Cis-3 hexen-l-ol; Nonanal; Ethyl-2-methyl Butyrate; (Z claim 1 ,E)-2 claim 1 ,4-dimethyl cyclohex-3-ene-1-carbaldehyde claim 1 , Tetrahydro-4-methyl-2-(2-methyl propenyl)-2H-pyran; Geraniol; Iso propylbutanal; 2-pentylcyclopentan-1-ol; Dodecenal; d-limonene; Allyl Caproate; Decenal; Tetra Hydro Linalool; (E)-1-trimethyl-1-cyclohex-3(2 claim 1 ,6 claim 1 ,6-enyl)but-2-en-1-one; 2 claim 1 ,4 claim 1 ,6-trimethyl-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde; Ionone Beta; Prenyl Acetate; 3-(4-tert-butylphenyl)propanal; 1 Carvone; Allyl Cyclohexyl Propionate; Linalool; Phenyl ethyl alcohol; Lemon Oil; Eugenol; Ethyl Vanillin; Cis-3-Hexenyl Acetate; Diphenyl Oxyde; Ionone Alpha; prop-2-enyl 2- ...

HOLLOW FABRIC AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A hollow fabric is obtained by providing cotton blended yarns and alkali-soluble polyester yarns which are arranged in a ratio of 10:2 as warp yarns, and providing cotton blended elastic yarns and alkali-soluble polyester filaments which are arranged in a ratio of 6:2 as weft yarns. The warp yarns and weft yarns are interwoven into plain weaves, and the plain weaves are subjected to alkali solution to remove the alkali-soluble polyester filaments, thereby obtaining greige cloth having meshes. The greige is subjected to boiled bleaching, softening and drying to obtain the hollow fabric. By optimizing the ratio of yarns and using a boiled bleaching, softening and drying process, a soft, smooth and fluffy product is produced with humidity-absorbing and breathability characteristics. 1. A hollow fabric , characterized in that the hollow fabric is obtained by the following process: providing cotton blended yarns and alkali-soluble polyester filaments as warp yarns; providing cotton blended elastic yarns and alkali-soluble polyester filaments as weft yarns; and interweaving the warp yarns and the weft yarns into greige cloth , wherein the greige cloth is subjected to an alkali solution to remove the alkali-soluble polyester filaments.2. The hollow fabric according to claim 1 , characterized in that the cotton blended yarns and the alkali-soluble polyester filaments are arranged in a ratio of 10:2 as warp yarns claim 1 , and the cotton blended elastic yarns and the alkali-soluble polyester filaments are arranged in a ratio of 6: as weft yarns.3. The hollow fabric according to claim 1 , characterized in that the cotton blended warp yarns are 40 Nm cotton blended yarns which are formed by blending cottons and Modal; the cotton blended elastic weft yarns are 40 Nm cotton blended elastic yarns which are formed by blending cotton claim 1 , Modal and Sutans; and the alkali-soluble polyester filaments are 75D twisted alkali-soluble polyester filaments.4. The hollow fabric ...

PROCESS OF REDUCING MALODOURS ON FABRICS

A process for reducing malodours on fabrics using a detergent composition including an oligoamine. U of the oligoamine and the process. 2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the oligoamine has a molecular weight of between about 100 Da and about 1200 Da.3. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the metal ion is introduced to the wash liquor by being present on the fabric prior to contacting with the wash liquor claim 1 , being present in the water used to make the wash liquor claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.4. The process according to :a. wherein the fabrics are washed in the wash liquor at a temperature of between about 10° C. and about 60° C.;b. wherein the wash operation in step b takes between about 5 minutes and about 60 minutes;c. or a mixture thereof.5. The process according to wherein the oligoamine is selected from the group consisting of diethylenetriamine (DETA) claim 1 , 4-methyl diethylenetriamine (4-MeDETA) claim 1 , dipropylenetriamine (DPTA) claim 1 , 5-methyl dipropylenetriamine (5-MeDPTA) claim 1 , triethylenetetraamine (TETA) claim 1 , 4-methyl triethylenetetraamine (4-MeTETA) claim 1 , 4 claim 1 ,7-dimethyl triethylenetetraamine (4 claim 1 ,7-MeTETA) claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,4 claim 1 ,7 claim 1 ,7-pentamethyl diethylenetriamine (M5-DETA) claim 1 , tripropylenetetraamine (TPTA) claim 1 , tetraethylenepentaamine (TEPA) claim 1 , tetrapropylenepentaamine (TPPA) claim 1 , pentaethylenehexaamine (PEHA) claim 1 , pentapropylenehexaamine (PPHA) claim 1 , hexaethyleneheptaamine (HEHA) claim 1 , hexapropyleneheptaamine (HPHA) claim 1 , N claim 1 ,N′-Bis(3-aminopropyl)ethylenediamine claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.6. The process according to wherein the wash liquor comprises from about 0.1 ppm to about 100 ppm of the oligoamine.7. The process according to wherein the wash liquor comprises from about 0.15 ppm to about 50 ppm of the oligoamine.8. The process according to wherein the laundry detergent composition comprises a non-soap ...

COPOLYMERS AND THEIR USE IN DETERGENT COMPOSITIONS

What are described are copolymers containing cationic structural units and macromonomeric structural units. The copolymers can be used advantageously in laundry detergent compositions and are advantageously suitable therein especially for cleaning of cotton-containing textiles or for reducing the resoiling of cotton-containing textiles on which the copolymers or the laundry detergent compositions have been employed. 2. The copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one cationic structural unit (A) is/are the polymerization product of at least one monomer species selected from the group consisting of [2-(acryloyloxy)ethyl]trimethylammonium chloride claim 1 , [2-(acryloylamino)ethyl]trimethylammonium chloride claim 1 , [2-(acryloyloxy)ethyl]trimethylammonium methosulfate claim 1 , [2-(methacryloyloxy)ethyl]trimethylammonium chloride or methosulfate claim 1 , [3-(acryloylamino)propyl]trimethylammonium chloride claim 1 , [3-(methacryloylamino)propyl]trimethylammonium chloride and diallyldimethylammonium chloride (DADMAC).3. The copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one macromonomeric structural unit (B) of the formula (III) is/are the polymerization product of at least one monomer species selected from the group consisting of polyethylene glycol vinyloxybutyl ether claim 1 , polyethylene glycol-co-polypropylene glycol vinyloxybutyl ether (in which I on molar average is a number from 1 to 6) claim 1 , polyethylene glycol (meth)acrylate and polyethylene glycol-co-polypropylene glycol (meth)acrylate (in which I on molar average is a number from 1 to 6).4. The copolymer as claimed in wherein claim 1 , in the at least one macromonomeric structural unit (B) of the formula (III) claim 1 ,{'sup': 'x', 'sub': 2', '4, 'i) Ris H, I=0 and p on molar average is a number from 1 to 150, when Z is O(CH)or'}{'sup': 'x', 'ii) Ris the same or different and is represented by H and/or methyl, I on molar average is a number from 1 to 6, and p on molar average is ...

CLEANING AGENT

A cleaning agent comprising a supporting substrate with an oxidoreductase enzyme immobilized thereon wherein the oxidoreductase enzyme is selected from oxidoreductase enzymes having an enzyme classification number selected from the group consisting of E.C. 1.1-1.10 and E.C. 1.12-1.99. 1. A cleaning agent comprising: a supporting substrate and an oxidoreductase enzyme , said oxidoreductase enzyme being selected from the enzyme classes having classification number E.C. 1.1-1.10 and E.C. 1.12-1.99 , wherein said oxidoreductase enzyme is immobilized on said supporting substrate by means of a chemical bond.2. A cleaning agent according to where the oxidoreductase enzyme is a laccase.3. A cleaning agent according to wherein the supporting substrate and oxidoreductase enzyme immobilized thereon is re-usable.4. A cleaning agent according to wherein the supporting substrate is selected from the group consisting of fabrics claim 1 , non-woven materials claim 1 , plastics and inorganic particles.5. A cleaning agent according to wherein the supporting substrate is a tri-dimensional hollow body and wherein the oxidoreductase enzyme is immobilised on the inside surface of said hollow body.6. A cleaning agent according to wherein the supporting substrate is an inorganic particle.7. A cleaning agent comprising a supporting substrate and an oxidoreductase enzyme claim 1 , said oxidoreductase enzyme being selected from the enzyme classes having classification number E.C. 1.1-1.10 and E.C. 1.12-1.99 and wherein said oxidoreductase enzyme is re-usable.8. A cleaning kit comprising a cleaning composition and a cleaning agent according to .9. A cleaning kit according to wherein the cleaning composition comprises a surfactant system comprising an anionic surfactant and optionally in addition a non-ionic surfactant.10. A cleaning kit according to wherein the cleaning composition comprises an oxidoreductase-mediator.11. A cleaning kit according to wherein the oxidoreductase-mediator is ...

CLEANING KIT

A cleaning kit comprising a cleaning agent comprising a supporting substrate and an oxidoreductase mediator. The oxidoreductase-mediator is immobilized on the supporting substrate. 1. A cleaning kit comprising:i) a cleaning composition comprising an oxidoreductase enzyme; andii) a cleaning agent comprising a supporting substrate and an oxidoreductase-mediator wherein the oxidoreductase-mediator is immobilized on the supporting substrate.2. A cleaning kit according to wherein the oxidoreductase-mediator is selected from the group consisting of organic-based mediator claim 1 , transition metal coordination complex mediator and mixtures thereof.3. A cleaning kit according to wherein the oxidoreductase-mediator is selected from the group consisting of 2 claim 1 ,2′-azinobis-(3-ethylbenzthiazoline-6-sulfonate) claim 1 , 1-hydroxybenzotriazole claim 1 , violuric acid claim 1 , N-hydroxyacetanilide claim 1 , methyl syringate claim 1 , acetosyringone claim 1 , syringaldezine claim 1 , butyl syringate claim 1 , pentyl syringate claim 1 , hexyl syringate claim 1 , heptyl syringate claim 1 , vanillyl alcohol claim 1 , synapic acid claim 1 , acetovanillone claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.4. A cleaning kit according to wherein the oxidoreductase-mediator has the formula{'br': None, 'Z1HN—NHZ2'}wherein Z1, is any organic group e. g. (substituted)—(hetero) (polycyclic)-aromatic, substituted (cyclo)-alkyl containing hetero atoms, and Z2 is electron withdrawing group, selected from the group consisting of optionally substituted alkyl/(hetero)aryl-sulfone, sulfoxide, -sulfonate, -carbonyl, -oxalyl, -amidoxalyl, 5 hydrazidoxalyl, -carboxyl and esters and salts thereof and amidyl, -hydrazidyl, nitrile.5. A cleaning kit according to wherein the oxidoreductase-mediator is selected from the group consisting of phenoxazine-10-propionic acid claim 1 , phenoxazine-10-hydroxyethyl claim 1 , phenothiazine-10-ethyl-4-carboxy claim 1 , phenothiazine-10-propionic acid claim 1 , promazine ...

METHOD OF CLEANING

A method for cleaning a surface comprising contacting the surface with a wash liquor, the wash liquor comprising a cleaning composition and an oxidoreductase enzyme immobilised on a supporting substrate. 1. A method for cleaning a surface comprising contacting the surface with a wash liquor , the wash liquor comprising a cleaning composition; a supporting substrate; and an oxidoreductase enzyme , wherein said oxidoreductase enzyme is immobilised on said supporting substrate by means of a chemical bond.2. A method according to wherein the oxidoreductase enzyme is selected from the group consisting of laccase claim 1 , peroxidase and a mixture thereof.3. A method according to wherein the oxidoreductase enzyme is immobilised on the supporting substrate by means of covalent bond.4. A method according to wherein the supporting substrate is selected from the group consisting of fabrics claim 1 , non-woven materials claim 1 , plastics and inorganic particles.5. A method according to wherein the supporting substrate is a tri-dimensional hollow body wherein the peroxidase is immobilized on the interior surface of the hollow body.6. A method according to wherein the supporting substrate is an inorganic particle.7. A method according to wherein the cleaning composition comprises from 0.01% to 5% by weight of the composition of a peroxygen source and the oxidoreductase enzyme is a peroxidase.8. A method according to wherein the peroxygen source is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen peroxide claim 7 , a hydrogen peroxide precursor claim 7 , a hydrogen peroxide generating enzyme system claim 7 , or a peroxycarboxylic acid or a salt thereof and mixtures thereof.9. A method according to wherein the wash liquor comprises a mediator.10. A method according to wherein the mediator is selected from the group consisting of organic-based mediator claim 9 , transition metal coordination complex mediator and a mixture thereof.11. A method according to wherein the mediator is ...