Abstract

The invention relates to a detergent composition that comprises a soapwort extract that is formulated to provide effective cleaning at low temperatures.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/382 - Vegetable products, e.g. soya meal, wood flour, sawdust

Abstract

A liquid detergent composition has a thickening system which comprises an admixture of linoleic acid and linolenic acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/04 - Carboxylic acids or salts thereof
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

The present invention provides anon-aqueous liquid, gel or paste composition, comprising a colourant and methylglycine diacetic acid (MGDA) or a salt thereof. The compositions afford enhanced stability of the colourant in the presence of MGDA. The invention also provides a unit dose detergent product comprising the inventive composition, a washing or cleaning process that utilizes this composition or product, and the use of this composition or product for washing or cleaning.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/33 - Amino carboxylic acids
• C11D 3/40 - Dyes
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A packaged detergent composition comprising a container that at least partly disintegrates in an aqueous environment, the container having at least one compartment, the detergent composition having a fluid phase and containing a second container that at least partly disintegrates in an aqueous environment, characterised in that the second container comprises a gas present in an amount of between 10-50% of its internal volume.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

The invention relates to detergent compositions comprising granular non- phosphate builder. The granules comprise an amino acid based builder, preferably MGDA, and s silicate. The composition is housed in a rigid PVOH capsule.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/08 - Silicates
• C11D 3/33 - Amino carboxylic acids
• C11D 7/32 - Organic compounds containing nitrogen
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A water softening composition comprises a combination of polymeric water softening agents. A first agent comprises a polymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid. A second agent comprising a co-polymer of an unsaturated poly-carboxylic acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C02F 5/08 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents
• C02F 5/10 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents using organic substances
• C08L 33/00 - Compositions of homopolymers or copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, each having only one carbon-to-carbon double bond, and only one being terminated by only one carboxyl radical, or of salts, anhydrides, esters, amides, imides, or nitriles thereofCompositions of derivatives of such polymers
• C08L 35/00 - Compositions of homopolymers or copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, each having only one carbon-to-carbon double bond, and at least one being terminated by a carboxyl radical, and containing at least one other carboxyl radical in the molecule, or of salts, anhydrides, esters, amides, imides or nitriles thereofCompositions of derivatives of such polymers
• C11D 3/00 - Other compounding ingredients of detergent compositions covered in group

Abstract

A process of producing a paste-form, detergent composition comprises admixing / mixing a particulate detergent composition with a liquid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body (2). At least one valve is provided in the hollow body for dispensing the product, and means to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The valve is (progressively) opened when lateral pressure is applied to said device on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The valve is substantially closed when said pressure stops. The valve comprises an aperture (8) in a portion of the hollow body and a closure member (4) associated with said aperture (8). The closure member (4) is moveable with respect to the aperture (8) such that on application of lateral pressure the closure member (4) is moved relative to the aperture.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device (1) for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body having a portion comprising a flexible material, an opening (6) in said flexible portion, and means (7) to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The opening (6) is (progressively) opened when pressure is applied to said device (1) on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The opening is substantially closed when said pressure stops. The opening is in the form of a slit valve (6), which is included in a protrusion (5).

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device (1) for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body having a portion (2) comprising a flexible material (3), an opening (6) in said flexible portion, and means (7) to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The opening is (progressively) opened when pressure is applied to said device on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The opening is substantially closed when said pressure stops. The opening comprises a hinge valve (5).

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A storage stable aqueous suspension of PAP is provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof
• C11D 1/66 - Non-ionic compounds

Abstract

An acidic bleach containing liquid detergent composition has a self thickening system which comprises (a) a nonionic surfactant in an amount of 10 to 15 wt%, (b) an anionic surfactant in an amount of 5 to 10 wt%, (c) a semi-polar nonionic surfactant (e.g. amine oxide) in an amount of 0.1 to 5 wt%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/83 - Mixtures of non-ionic with anionic compounds
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 1/14 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid estersSalts thereof derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons or mono-alcohols
• C11D 1/72 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylene glycols
• C11D 1/75 - Amino oxides

Abstract

A cleaning device comprises a cleaning composition container and a dispensing section. The dispensing section is operable to eject an amount of cleaning composition from the cleaning composition container. The dispensing section comprises a domed surface comprising a plurality of projections adapted to work the cleaning composition into an item to be cleaned.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 13/26 - Other cleaning devices with liquid supply arrangements
• A47L 25/08 - Pads or the like for cleaning clothes

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device (1) for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body (2) having a portion (3) comprising a flexible material, an opening (4) in said flexible portion, and means (5) to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The opening is (progressively) opened when pressure is applied to said device on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The opening is substantially closed when said pressure stops. The opening comprises a hinge valve..

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device (1) for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body (2) having a portion (3) comprising a flexible material, an opening (4) in said flexible portion, and means (5) to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The opening is (progressively) opened when pressure is applied to said device on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The opening is substantially closed when said pressure stops.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device (1) for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body (2) having a portion (3) comprising a flexible material, where- in at least one slit (5) is provided in the flexible portion for dispensing the product, and means to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The slit is (progressively) opened when pressure is applied to said device on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The opening is substantially closed when said pressure stops.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A liquid detergent composition has a thickening system which comprises triethanolamine.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/30 - AminesSubstituted amines
• C11D 1/22 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid estersSalts thereof derived from aromatic compounds

Abstract

A liquid detergent composition having a thickening system / suspension system which comprises (a) anionic salt in an amount of over 10wt%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/04 - Water-soluble compounds
• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C11D 3/12 - Water-insoluble compounds

Abstract

The present invention provides the use of a composition comprising a polyalkyleneimine and/or salts or derivative thereof and an amphoteric polymer for the prevention of corrosion of non-metallic in organic items during a washing or rinsing process, in particular during an automatic dishwashing process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers

Abstract

A container adapted to contain and dispense a product. Said container comprises a hollow body, a filling opening, a dispensing opening,, a valve and a flexible and resilient support means for said valve. Said flexible and resilient support means urges said valve against said dispensing opening, achieving a leak-tight engagement between said valve and said dispensing opening. Said flexible and resilient support means can be resiliency deformed by an external force acting on said valve whereby said leak -tight engagement between said valve and said dispensing opening is disengaged, allowing said contained product to be spread by said valve, Said flexible and resilient support means comprises a housing which fits the container and defines said dispensing opening at one extremity. Said housing comprising a resiliency deformable means urging said valve against said dispensing opening to achieve said leak-tight engagement. When the leak-tight engagement between said valve and said dispensing opening is disengaged a fluid flow pathway is created which has a cross-section of greater than 10% of the width of the dispensing opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A method of making an upwardly open container having a base wall, an upright perimeter wall, and an upright internal wall between one part of the perimeter wall and another part of the perimeter wall, the perimeter wall and the internal wall forming first and second compartments within the container, wherein the method comprises injecting a molten water-soluble polymer into a mould cavity between cooperating male and female mould parts; wherein there are independently movable first and second male parts separated by a gap in which the internal wall is formed, and wherein the first and second male parts correspond to the first and second compartments of the container to be formed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/26 - Moulds
• B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
• B65D 1/36 - Trays or like shallow containers with moulded compartments or partitions

Abstract

The invention relates to an automatic dishwashing detergent composition that is formulated to provide effective cleaning at low temperatures.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/28 - Sulfonation products derived from fatty acids or their derivatives, e.g. esters, amides
• C11D 1/722 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylenes having mixed oxyalkylene groups
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A detergent composition with a superior drying performance is provided comprising a surfactant according to the formula: Formula (I)) Wherein n = 0-5 and m =10-50; or formula (2): R1O(AlkO)xM(OAIk)yOR2 wherein R1 and R2 are independently a branched or straight chain, saturated or unsaturated, and possibly hydroxylated, alkyl radicals with 4 to 22 carbon atoms. wherein Alk is a branched or unbranched alkyl radical with 2-4 carbon atoms; wherein x and y are independently an integer between 1 and 70; wherein M is an alkyl radical selected from the group CH2, CHR3, CR3R4, CH2CHR3, CHR3CHR4; and wherein R3 and R4 are independently branched or straight chain, saturated or unsaturated, alkyl radicals with 1 to 18 carbon atoms.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/72 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylene glycols
• C11D 1/825 - Mixtures of compounds all of which are non-anionic
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers

Abstract

A carpet cleaning detergent comprises a) 0.001% to 40%w/v of a bactericidally active water- insoluble cationic compound in its salt form; b) 0.001 to 40% w/v of an anionic surfactant; c) 0.1 to 10wt% bleach; d) a resoil prevention polymer; and e) up to 98%w/v of water.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/65 - Mixtures of anionic with cationic compounds
• C11D 1/86 - Mixtures of anionic, cationic, and non-ionic compounds
• C11D 3/00 - Other compounding ingredients of detergent compositions covered in group
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/48 - Medicinal or disinfecting agents

Abstract

An emanator device for emanating an air treatment agent into the surrounding air comprises a housing (102) which contains a solid or liquid source of the air treatment agent, wherein the housing comprises a blister or capsule containing an air treatment agent (108) and a plurality of openings which are sufficiently small that they can be closed by a film or plug of water. For example the openings may be provided by a gauze or mesh (114). The openings do not inhibit the emanation of air treatment agent released from the blister, but when the emanator device is subject to wet conditions, as may happen in a dishwashing machine, the openings are blocked by a film or plug of water. The air treatment agent does not therefore enter the water, where it may have caused adverse effects, or simply have been wasted. Under dry conditions, however, emanation occurs normally.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 9/05 - Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using gaseous or vaporous substances, e.g. ozone using substances evaporated in the air without heating specially adapted to be released by contact with a liquid, e.g. for toilets
• A61L 9/12 - Apparatus, e.g. holders, therefor
• A61L 2/18 - Liquid substances
• A61L 2/23 - Solid substances, e.g. granules, powders, blocks, tablets
• E03D 9/00 - Sanitary or other accessories for lavatories

Abstract

The present invention provides a deformable water soluble or water dispersible outer pouch containing a detergent composition, the detergent composition comprising at least one phase in solid form and at least one liquid phase with at least one solid phase predominantly surrounded by a liquid phase. The pouches exhibit good physical and chemical stability and can also provide for sequential release of its ingredients.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A container having a plurality of compartments wherein at least one compartment comprises a solid detergent composition and at least one compartment comprises a detergent composi- tion which is in the form of a liquid or a gel and wherein adjacent compartments are arranged in a non-superposed or non-superposable relationship.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents
• A47L 15/00 - Washing or rinsing machines for crockery or table-ware

Abstract

A unit-dose cleaning article comprising cleaning agents in a wrapping, wherein at least 50% by weight of the cleaning agents is constituted by elements which individually are of volume in the range of from 50 to 800 mm3. The article may be used in ware washing, preferably in dishwashing.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

The invention provides a washing capsule for providing washing compositions to a machine, the capsule comprising a rigid water-soluble shell; a liquid or gel of a first washing composition within the shell; and a solid tablet of a second washing composition within the liquid, but not connected to the shell.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

The present invention provides a washing capsule for providing a washing composition to a machine, the capsule comprising a solid tablet of a first washing composition and at least one rigid water-soluble shell fixed directly to the solid tablet to define a cavity between the shell and the tablet, the cavity containing a liquid or gel of a second washing composition. A method of producing the capsule is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A surface treating implement, comprises a body including:- a container receiver; a nozzle assembly comprising a fluid conduit fluidly connected to the container receiver; a container mounted to the container receiver, containing a predetermined amount of a treating composition and having a dispensing opening in fluid communication with the fluid conduit; wherein the body is associated with a handle which includes at least a portion of an activation means for the implement, characterised in that the fluid conduit includes a valve, wherein the valve is operable by a container member attached to and / or extending from the container, adjacent the dispensing opening. The body of the implement includes a variety of brushing means.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam

Abstract

A dosing and dispensing device (1) for liquid detergent comprises a hollow body (2) having a portion comprising a flexible material, an opening (4) in said flexible portion, and means to spread at least a portion of the contained liquid detergent onto a surface of fabric. The opening is (progressively) opened when pressure is applied to said device on a surface to which the liquid detergent is applied. The opening is substantially closed when said pressure stops.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

The invention relates to a particle comprising a bleach catalyst, a sulphonated polymer and a coating material. The particles are suitable for use in detergent compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers

Abstract

A container assembly for use with a dispenser with a feed tube, the assembly comprising a container; a cap fixed to an opening in the container; the cap having a passageway therethrough to allow, in use, the feed tube of a dispenser to pass through the cap and into the container; the cap including a movable element secured to the cap in a first position prior to first insertion of the feed tube by a deformable support element arranged to deform upon insertion of the feed tube into the cap to free the movable element to be supported, in use, in a second position, by the feed tube to preserve the passageway, the movable element being configured to move, upon removal of the feed tube from the container, to a third position at least partially within the passageway in which replacement of the feed tube through the cap is obstructed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B05B 11/00 - Single-unit hand-held apparatus in which flow of contents is produced by the muscular force of the operator at the moment of use

Abstract

The invention comprises a method of carrying out machine dishwashing, using a cleaning composition, the method comprising delivery of the cleaning composition into the machine, characterised in that the cleaning composition is delivered to the machine from a pressurised aerosol canister as a foam or as a foam precursor which forms foam before the machine is operated.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/00 - Other compounding ingredients of detergent compositions covered in group

Abstract

The invention comprises a method of cleaning a kitchenware article, the method comprising a pre-treatment step in which a pre-cleaning composition is applied to the kitchenware article; and a dishwashing step in which the kitchenware article is washed in a dishwashing machine using a dishwashing composition; characterised in that the pre-cleaning composition is ejected from a pressurised aerosol canister and provides a cleaning foam on the surface of the kitchenware article.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/00 - Other compounding ingredients of detergent compositions covered in group

Abstract

A packaging container for powder or granular material. The container has a perforated portion with a sealing film. The container is used for a container for storage, capable of discharging its contents of the required quantity at a required time. The sealing film may be replaceable sealed against the perforated portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 83/06 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing powdered or granular material
• B65D 5/72 - Contents-dispensing means
• B65D 75/56 - Handles or other suspension means
• B65D 75/58 - Opening or contents-removing devices added or incorporated during package manufacture

Abstract

A composition comprises a surfactant having the formula below, R1 (EtO) x (PrO) y (BuO) z R1 is C12-15. X is 5-8. Y is 0-4. Z is 0-2.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/722 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylenes having mixed oxyalkylene groups

Abstract

The invention relates to particles of bleach material that comprise at least two coating layers. At least one of the coating layers comprises a sugar compound and at least one other coating layer comprises a polymer. The invention also relates to detergent compositions containing the coated particles.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to dyed particles of a bleach material that comprise a coating. The invention also relates to the use of the dyed particles in detergent compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/40 - Dyes
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to a detergent dispensing device for an automatic washing machine. In particular the invention relates to a simple multi-dosing device.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents
• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents

Abstract

The invention is a refill device and method of manufacture of the same for use in a cylindrical type of multi-dosing detergent delivery device wherein, said refill device comprises a unitary block of material having a external, configuration adapted to match an internal configuration of the multi-dosing detergent delivery device. The unitary block comprises a stem member (24' ) from which a plurality "x" of arms (22') extend, each arm (22') being configured to fit into a dosing chamber of the delivery device. Each arm (22') comprises a dose of detergent. The refill device is formed in the shape of an inverted crown.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

The invention is a refill device for a cylindrical type of multi-dosing detergent delivery device Wherein, said refill device comprises a plurality of detergent carrying chambers (210) sharing a common backing substrate (230), In prior refill devices, the device is provided to consumers in a fully rolled condition ready to be deployed into the detergent delivery device. However, in the present invention the refill is supplied in flat format with locking features which enable the end consumer to easily perform a rolling operation prior to use. The advantage to this arrangement comes in the lowering of manufacturing costs, packaging, storage and transportation costs that come with a less complicated product.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• B65D 75/32 - Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents

Abstract

The invention concerns dosing refill pack for a multi- dosing delivery device, wherein individual doses of detergent are provided within water soluble supports. Each water soluble support comprises a cylindrical, elongated sachet, commonly known as "stick pack" (40). The refill pack comprises a number X of doses of detergent (48) which are supplied as a consumer pack to an end user which is supplied held in a cylindrical shape with the help of a support structure comprising a pair of support rings (60) and a number of strengthening elements (50). In preferred arrangements, some or all of the support structure is soluble.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

The invention is an improvement to a multi-dosing detergent delivery device, the device comprising a housing (10', 10", 20', 20") for receiving therein, in use, a cartridge having a plurality X of chambers each accommodating a detergent composition, a directing means to direct, in use, wash liquor selectively into a selected chamber of the cartridge to contact the detergent composition therein, an outlet to allow the detergent loaded wash liquor to exit the device and manual indexing means for consumer initiated relative movement of said cartridge and directing means. In one embodiment, there is provided a manually moveable lid (10') for changing the position of a directing means of the device relative to a stationary cartridge, whilst in a second embodiment a push button mechanism is used for moving a refill cartridge Within a static housing.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents

Abstract

The invention is a multi-dosing detergent delivery device, the device comprising -a cylindrical housing (2) for receiving therein,, in use, a refill holder (4, 4' ), a directing means (3,34) formed an a lid of the delivery device to permit, in use, water to enter into the device, an outlet to allow detergent loaded wash liquor to exit the device and indexing means (100} for movement of said refill holder (4, 4'.) in use relative to said directing means (3, 34). The device comprises an adaptor piece (10', 10") for co-operation with the refill holder (4, 4) to divide an interior of the detergent delivery device into a plurality of X chambers, each chamber being arranged, in use, to accommodate a dose of detergent. The adapter piece enables the device to be refilled with powder or liquid detergents instead of required pre-packaged refills.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents

Abstract

An apparatus (1) for mounting of a canister (2) and controlled spraying application of a substance from said (2), canister with a manual actuator mechanism. The apparatus (1) comprises a main body portion (3) with means for removable mounting of the canister. A handle (4) extends from the main body portion (3). A trigger (5) is connected to the handle (4). The trigger is adapted for causing said canister to emit a spray upon manual actuation thereof. The handle is in the form of a tube. Disposed within the tube is a rigid linkage (6) cooperating with the aerosol canister and the trigger. The linkage has a resilient arm (8) biasing against the interior of the tube.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 13/22 - Mops with liquid-feeding devices
• B65D 83/20 - Actuator caps

Abstract

The present invention provides a detergent composition comprising MGDA, managanese oxalate and a bleach compound. In particular the invention provides detergent compositions that are suitable for automatic dishwashing (ADW).

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/33 - Amino carboxylic acids
• C11D 3/02 - Inorganic compounds

Abstract

A detergent formulation comprises a nano-emulsion of a silicone.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A machine dishwashing main-wash detergent composition or a dishwashing machine cleaning composition comprising at least one cellulase enzyme, and at. least one pectinase enzyme is provided. The compositions optionally also comprise at least one lipase, surfactant (especially non-ionic surfactant) and a pH buffering system.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents

Abstract

Gradual-release dosing device for at least one substance in a domestic-use apparatus comprises the presence of a water based work fluid, characterised in that it comprises a casing (2) within which a plurality of doses of said substances (3) is contained, necessary for the corresponding plurality of operation cycles of said apparatus. Said casing (2) being at least partly defined by a material permeable to said work fluid and capable of releasing at least a dose of said substance (3) at each operation cycle of the apparatus. The substance comprises at least one washing- active, dishwashing- active or cleaning- active preparation from the group consisting of surfactants, builders, water softening agents, zeolites, silicates, polymers, carbonates, carboxylates, sulphonates, bleaching agents, bleach activators, bleach stabilizers, bleach catalysts, cobuilders, alkalizing agents, acidifying agents, redeposition inhibitors, dyes, fragrances, optical brighteners, UV filters, fabric softeners, and rinse agents.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents
• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents

Abstract

A cleaning composition comprises a dispersion. The dispersion includes an acidic aqueous phase and a suspended particle. The particle is coated with an acid stable coating. The particle comprises an admixture of tecraacetylethylenediamine (TAED) and decanoyloxybenzenecarboxylic acid (DOBA).

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds

Abstract

A method for producing compressed tablets comprising bleach material, the method comprising the steps of; 1) forming a co-granulate comprising a bleach material and a water soluble binder, 2) adding the co-granulate from step 1, or a mixture comprising the co-granulate from step 1, to a mould cavity of a tablet-compressing machine, 3) applying a mean compression force to the co- granulate or the mixture in step 2 to form a compressed tablet and wherein the mean compression force used in step 3 is in the range of from 0.25 kN to 5 kN. The preferred bleach is PAP. The compressed tablets produced by the method exhibit good dissolution properties and good performance on bleachable stains.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents
• C11D 17/06 - PowderFlakesFree-flowing mixturesSheets
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof

Abstract

The present invention provides easy to handle, stable bleach material particle comprising a co-granulate of a bleach material, a water soluble binder and a disintegrant. It also provides easy to handle, stable shaped bodies comprising bleach material, a binder and a disin tegrant where at least the bleach material and the binder are preferably co-granulated together. Detergent compositions comprising the bleach material particle or the shaped body are also provided. The products of the invention exhibit good solubility characteristics and bleachable stain removal performance.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents
• C11D 17/06 - PowderFlakesFree-flowing mixturesSheets
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof

Abstract

A liquid detergent composition has a thickening system which comprises; (a) a carboxylic acid / carboxylate polymer, and (b) a polymer comprising an ammonium group.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof

Abstract

A liquid hard surface detergent composition comprising a liquid mixed alkoxylate fatty alcohol non-ionic surfactant comprising a greater number of the lower higher alkoxylate group than the higher alkoxylate group in the molecule and a builder. The compositions provide good shine/anti-spotting characteristics on hard surfaces and are especially suitable for use as automatic dishwashing compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/722 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylenes having mixed oxyalkylene groups

Abstract

A process for the production of a bleach activator granule comprising the extrusion of a bleach activator composition. The composition comprises decanoyloxybenzoic acid (DOBA), a water swellable carbohydrate and water.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 17/06 - PowderFlakesFree-flowing mixturesSheets

Abstract

A process for producing a container comprising at least one aperture, the process comprising the steps of: a) thermo forming a material to produce an intermediate container in a mould, b) supporting at least a portion of the intermediate container with a supporting means, c) securing the intermediate container to hold it in a fixed locus in contact with the supporting means, d) forming at least one aperture in a surface of the intermediate container in an area of the intermediate container adjacent to the portion of the intermediate container supported by the supporting means to produce the container, and wherein the supporting means provides sufficient support to the intermediate container to prevent substantial deformation thereof during at step (d). A container produced by the method is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 51/08 - Deep-drawing or matched-mould forming, i.e. using mechanical means only
• B29C 51/10 - Forming by pressure difference, e.g. vacuum

Abstract

A detergent composition comprising; a subtilisin variant having the amino acid sequence set forth in SEQ ID NO 1, and at least one additional ingredient selected from; i) bleaches selected from percarbonates, persulphates and organic peracids, ii) aminocarboxylates, or iii) sulphonated polymers, or iv) organophosphoric acids or salts thereof and mixtures thereof is provided. Also provided is a detergent composition comprising a subtilisin variant having the amino acid sequence set forth in SEQ ID NO 1, wherein, the detergent composition is at least partially enveloped in a water soluble or water dispersible package. The compositions exhibit good performance on proteinaceous stains, even when formulated at alkaline pHs. A method of removing proteinaceous stains from surfaces comprising such stains is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 9/54 - Proteinases derived from bacteria bacteria being Bacillus
• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents

Abstract

A method of forming an essentially tubular blowable plastics parison comprises injection moulding an essentially tubular parison around a mould surface. Means for injecting flowable plastics material to said injection mould at an injection station to form a parison within said mould surface are used. These comprise a plurality of individual injectors, with at least a secondary injector being capable of injecting a different composition from the remaining primary injectors.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/16 - Making multilayered or multicoloured articles
• B29C 49/00 - Blow-moulding, i.e. blowing a preform or parison to a desired shape within a mouldApparatus therefor
• B65D 85/84 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for corrosive chemicals
• B65D 81/26 - Adaptations for preventing deterioration or decay of contentsApplications to the container or packaging material of food preservatives, fungicides, pesticides or animal repellants with provision for draining away, or absorbing, fluids, e.g. exuded by contentsApplications of corrosion inhibitors or desiccators

Abstract

The invention relates to a multi-dosing detergent delivery device. In embodiments of the present invention, the multi-dosing detergent delivery device comprises: a housing (21) comprising a base and a lid (3'); a refill holder and shaft (110') located within the housing and arranged, in use, for receiving thereon a cartridge (200') having a plurality X of chambers (210') each accommodating a detergent composition; a directing means (34') formed in the lid (3') of said device to direct, in use, wash liquor collected on said lid (3') selectively into a chamber (210') of the cartridge (200') to contact the detergent composition therein; an outlet formed in a base region of said housing to allow, in use, detergent loaded wash liquor to exit the device; and indexing means (100') located within the shaft (110') of the device for causing, in use, automatic movement of said cartridge (2001) relative to said housing during and subsequent to a wash cycle so as to cause a neighbouring chamber to be in an exposed, ready to be used, position prior to a next washing cycle, said indexing means comprising: a thermally reactive element (150'), a resilient biasing means (120'), a gearing mechanism and a clutch element (160) for selectively decoupling torque forces generated by expansion of said thermally reactive element from said shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents

Abstract

A surface treating implement, comprises a body including :- a container receiver; a nozzle assembly comprising a fluid conduit fluidly connected to the container receiver; a container mounted to the container receiver, containing a predetermined amount of a treating composition and having a dispensing opening in fluid communication with the fluid conduit; wherein the body is associated with a handle which includes at least a portion of an activation means for the implement, characterised in that the fluid conduit includes a valve, wherein the valve is operable by a container member attached to and / or extending from the container, adjacent the dispensing opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 13/12 - Implements with several different treating devices

Abstract

A dishwasher detergent composition comprising: a compound of formula (I); a liquid non-ionic surfactant; and at least one solid non-ionic surfactant.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/825 - Mixtures of compounds all of which are non-anionic
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers

Abstract

A liquid detergent composition comprises: (a) from about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of a cellulase enzyme; and (b) from about 0.001% to about 5% by weight polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) or salt thereof, or mixtures thereof, wherein said polyvinylpyrrolidone or salts thereof have an average molecular weight of from 20000 to 60000.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes

Abstract

A composition comprises a catalyst admixed with an insoluble support matrix. The catalyst is impregnated into the support matrix by swelling the support matrix using a solvent.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds

Abstract

A detergent composition dispensing device removable insertable into a washing machine comprises :- (a) a primary chamber (1) to accommodate a detergent composition, (b) a secondary chamber (2), for releasing same into the wash liquor of the washing machine, (c) a mechanism for transferring detergent from the primary to the secondary chamber, the mechanism comprising: (i) a movable piston (4) disposed within the secondary chamber (2) (ii) a valve arranged between the primary chamber and the secondary chamber, which, when operated, permits flow of the detergent composition therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

A particulate material comprising a crystalline polycarboxylate wherein the particles of the material have a coating. A solid detergent composition comprising a crystalline polycarboxylate containing particulate material of the invention is also provided. The particulate material of the invention exhibits good building/chelancy properties and is especially suitable for use in detergent tablets.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen

Abstract

A composition comprises a bleaching catalyst admixed with an insoluble support matrix.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A unit dose detergent composition comprising 1) a water soluble or water dispersible package comprising water soluble or water dispersible packaging material and a bleaching composition comprising a bleaching compound, the bleaching composition being at least partly enveloped by the packaging material and 2) at least one additional solid detergent composition comprising a bleach sensitive material and a surfactant and/or builder.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A method of forming a water soluble container, comprising an injection moulded water soluble polymer, in which is present a fabric care, surface care or dishwashing composition, by injection moulding a thermoplastic material into a mould, wherein for or during the injection moulding process the mould is actively heated, the mould being at an elevated temperature, below the melting point of the thermoplastic material, throughout the injection moulding process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/73 - Heating or cooling of the mould
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials

Abstract

An aqueous composition comprises a bleach and a cationic surfactant for use as a pre-treatment composition in a laundry / fabric washing operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/62 - Quaternary ammonium compounds
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds

Abstract

A method of ranking detergent performance in a washing operation when comparing the performance of two or more detergent formulations.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A detergent product comprises a container containing a detergent composition. The composition includes a per-carbonate compound in an amount of greater than 20wt%, preferably greater than 35%. The container is formed of an insoluble material. The detergent composition comprises a silicate in an amount of greater than 0.5wt%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/08 - Silicates
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

The use of an aqueous composition. The composition comprises a bleach and an optical brightener. The use is as a pre-treatment composition in a laundry / fabric washing operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents
• C11D 3/42 - Brightening agents
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A structured detergent composition comprises a bleach component. The bleach component has a particle size of less than 150 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents

Abstract

A detergent composition comprises a particulate material. The particulate is an agglomerate of an anionic soap component and a secondary detergent component.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C11D 9/22 - Organic compounds
• C11D 17/06 - PowderFlakesFree-flowing mixturesSheets

Abstract

The invention provides a liquid composition comprising a non-ionic surfactant mixture comprising i) a non-ionic surfactant having a cloud point of 50° C or above, and ii) a non-ionic surfactant having a cloud point of below 50° C, wherein the weight ratio of a) to b) is in the range of from 2.25:1 to 1:1. The compositions provide good drying properties on treated articles and are preferably dishwashing composition, most especially rinse aid compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/00 - Other compounding ingredients of detergent compositions covered in group
• C11D 1/825 - Mixtures of compounds all of which are non-anionic
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 1/72 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylene glycols
• C11D 1/722 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylenes having mixed oxyalkylene groups

Abstract

A closure (1) for a detergent container. The closure comprises a self -venting valve with an opening (2) formed therein to permit the passage of gas there through; and a sheet (3) secured to the closure for controlling the flow of gas through the opening. The sheet of material has a first region (4) secured to the closure in an area remote from the opening and a second region (5) covering the opening. The second region is only partially secured to the closure. A vent passage is defined between the unsecured portion of the second region and the closure. The vent passage extending from the opening towards the periphery of the sheet to permit controlled venting of gas from the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 51/16 - Closures not otherwise provided for with means for venting air or gas

Abstract

A dishwasher detergent composition comprising from 0.05 to 7.5 wt% of a surfactant and from 0.1 to 90 wt% of a compound of Formula 1; wherein R is selected from the group consisting of -H, -CH3, - CnH2nCH3, -CnH2nOH, -CnH2nCOOH, -CnH2nSO3H, -CnH2nNH2, -CnH2nNHR', - CnH2nNR'2, -NHC (=0) -R' and -CnH2nPO (OR' ) 2; wherein n ≥ 1; and R' is H, alkyl or aryl, and further wherein the composition comprises a bleach selected from inorganic peroxy compounds, organic peracids and salts derived therefrom. The compound of Formula 1 is biodegradable, stable to bleach and yet is an effective builder. The compositions of the invention can be readily formulated as tablet compositions if desired as the compound of Formula 1 is not overly hygroscopic.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 3/32 - AmidesSubstituted amides
• C11D 3/33 - Amino carboxylic acids
• C11D 3/34 - Organic compounds containing sulfur
• C11D 3/36 - Organic compounds containing phosphorus

Abstract

A product comprises a pillow made of a plastics sheet material. The material is porous. The product further comprises particles of a support material contained within the pillow. One or more of the particles of support of the plastics sheet material are reversible impregnated with a detergent formulation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• D06F 43/00 - Dry-cleaning apparatus using volatile solvents
• D06L 1/00 - Dry-cleaning or washing fibres, filaments, threads, yarns, fabrics, feathers or made-up fibrous goods

Abstract

A cleaning composition comprises a dispersion. The dispersion includes an acidic aqueous phase and a suspended particle. The particle is coated with an acid stable coating.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents

Abstract

The invention is an improvement to a multi-dosing detergent delivery device, the device being of a type comprising a housing (2) for receiving therein, in use, a cartridge (200) having a plurality X of chambers (210) each accommodating a detergent composition, a directing means (3, 34) to direct, in use, wash liquor selectively into a selected chamber (210) of the cartridge (200) to contact the detergent composition therein, an outlet to allow the detergent loaded wash liquor to exit the device and indexing means (100) for automatic movement of said cartridge (200) in use relative to said directing means (3,34). The specific improvement to the device comprises a shutter mechanism (310, 320, 330) for blocking or obstructing passage of water/wash liquor from said directing means (3, 34) to the selected chamber (210) during part of a wash cycle so as to avoid a problem of detergent held within the chamber (210) from being washed out or diluted during a pre-wash cycle of a dishwasher.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/00 - Washing or rinsing machines for crockery or table-ware

Abstract

The invention is an improvement to a multi-dosing detergent delivery device, the device being of a type comprising a housing (2) for receiving therein, in use, a cartridge (200) having a plurality X of chambers (210) each accommodating a detergent composition, a directing means (3, 34) to direct, in use, wash liquor selectively into a selected chamber (210) of the cartridge (200) to contact the detergent composition therein, an outlet to allow the detergent loaded wash liquor to exit the device and indexing means (100) for automatic movement of said cartridge (200) in use relative to said directing means (3, 34). The specific improvement to the device comprises ensuring that the entry hole (220) of a selected chamber is out of alignment with a hole (34) forming part of the directing means at the start of a heating cycle of a wash, so as to avoid or reduce a problem of detergent held within the chamber (210) from being washed out or diluted during a pre-wash cycle of a dishwasher. In particularly preferred arrangements the gearing of the indexing means of the device is arranged to zero the amount of offset at the end of the heating up cycle.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

The present invention provides the use of a composition comprising a polyalkyleneimine and/or salts or derivative thereof for the prevention of corrosion of non-metallic in organic items during a washing or rinsing process, in particular during an automatic dishwashing process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 3/26 - Organic compounds containing nitrogen

Abstract

A container comprises a detergent formulation. The container includes a first enclosing wall. The first enclosing wall is permeable to water. The container includes a second enclosing wall. The second enclosing wall comprises a bleaching catalyst admixture and a support material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds

Abstract

A textile stain treatment composition comprises a super absorbent polymer having a fluid absorption capacity of over 500% and silica.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/12 - Water-insoluble compounds
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C09K 3/32 - Materials not provided for elsewhere for treating liquid pollutants, e.g. oil, gasoline or fat
• B01J 20/26 - Synthetic macromolecular compounds
• D06L 1/00 - Dry-cleaning or washing fibres, filaments, threads, yarns, fabrics, feathers or made-up fibrous goods

Abstract

A composition comprises a fibre material. The fibre has been treated by reaction with a molecule having the following formula (i), wherein R is an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, preferably 1 to 5 carbon atoms and more preferably 1 to 3 carbon atoms. wherein RI is an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, preferably 1 to 5 carbon atoms and more preferably 2 to 5 carbon atoms. wherein RII is an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, preferably 1 to 10 carbon atoms and more preferably 1 to 5 carbon atoms. wherein RIII is an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms. wherein RIV is an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, preferably 1 to 10 carbon atoms and more preferably 1 to 5 carbon atoms. wherein X is a halide, preferably one of C1, Br or I.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/16 - Organic compounds
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• D06M 13/513 - Compounds with at least one carbon-metal or carbon-boron, carbon-silicon, carbon-selenium, or carbon-tellurium bond with at least one carbon-silicon bond

Abstract

A method of forming an article by injection moulding a molten thermoplastic material into a mould, wherein for or during the injection moulding process the mould is actively heated, the mould being at an elevated temperature, below the melting point of the thermoplastic material, throughout the injection moulding process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/73 - Heating or cooling of the mould

Abstract

The use of. a container in an automatic dishwasher, wherein said container is shaped such that it has a maximum width of less than 40mm.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

The present invention relates to compositions comprising polyaspartic acid (PAS) derivatives and the use of said compositions in washing processes, especially in automatic dishwashing.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers

Abstract

A fluid dispensing system comprises a compressible bottle having an outlet and containing a collapsible pouch. The bottle has a release control means disposed adjacent to the outlet.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents

Abstract

Use of a poly (vinyl alcohol) sheet having either i) a thickness of at least 200&mgr;m as a substrate having a reduced tendency to shrink back compared with the same poly (vinyl alcohol) sheet having a lesser thickness in a thermoforming process or ii) having a thickness of no more than 200&mgr;m as a substrate in a vacuum forming process, to produce a pocket in a mould, wherein the mould comprises at least one protrusion or depression on at least one surface and further wherein any protrusion does not extend to or above the upper surface of the mould is provided. Also provided is process of producing a rigid pocket by a thermo-forming process or a non-rigid pocket by a vacuum-forming process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 51/34 - Moulds for undercut articles
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
• B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
• B65D 77/20 - Container closures formed after filling by applying separate lids or covers
• B29C 51/02 - Combined thermoforming and manufacture of the preform
• B29C 51/08 - Deep-drawing or matched-mould forming, i.e. using mechanical means only
• B29C 51/10 - Forming by pressure difference, e.g. vacuum

Abstract

A two-compartment dispenser comprises a first compartment, a second compartment and dispensing means. The first compartment contains an aqueous composition comprising a source of active oxygen and having a pH of greater than 0 but less than 7 and a perhydrolase enzyme. The second compartment contains an aqueous composition comprising an ester. The dispensing means is adapted to dispense the contents (or part thereof) of the compartments on to a surface either sequentially or simultaneously to form a mixture thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects

Abstract

A detergent composition comprising an enzyme and a bleaching compound and comprising two or more distinct regions, wherein the enzyme is located in a first distinct region and the bleaching compound is located in a second distinct region and further wherein a builder comprising an amino acid based compound and/or succinate based compound is located in the first distinct region. The compositions exhibit improved stability of the enzyme.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/33 - Amino carboxylic acids
• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C11D 3/39 - Organic or inorganic per-compounds
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A particulate material comprising a bleach catalyst wherein the particles of the bleach catalyst have a coating and the weight ratio of the coating to the bleach catalyst is in the range of from 10-60wt%. The particulate material exhibits good stability.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 3/22 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 3/395 - Bleaching agents
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A detergent composition comprises a hydrophobic polymer, a sulphonated polyacrylate, a pyrrolidone derivative and an anionic surfactant. The compositions find particular application in dishwashing applications and exhibit reduced tendency for spotting on the articles to be cleaned.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/28 - Heterocyclic compounds containing nitrogen in the ring
• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 1/02 - Anionic compounds

Abstract

A shaped body of detergent composition comprising a chemically and/or physically cross-linked dissolution retarding agent, and at least one of a surfactant and/or builder. The dissolution retarding agent is preferably a copolymer of N-vinylpyrrolidone, 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulf onic acid and a cross-linking agent, or a salt thereof. The shaped bodies dissolve predominantly in the main wash of an automatic washing process and do not dissolve significantly in the pre-wash and are of particular application in automatic dishwashing.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/37 - Polymers
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties

Abstract

A support (40) contains a plurality of separate doses {46) of deliverable substances. The support is arranged to be operatively coupled to a long-life dispensing device. The support is intended to be either coupled to or inserted within the dispensing device, such that a relative movement of the support and at least one part of the dispenser body that is caused by an actuating system allows selectively delivering at least one substance dose. The support integrates reference means (49a), (49b) that are configured to provide, due to said relative movement, information on at least one of : - doses of the substance provided within the support, - a condition and/or a position of the support within the dispenser.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06F 39/02 - Devices for adding soap or other washing agents
• A47L 15/44 - Devices for adding cleaning agents

Abstract

A primary package comprising two or more compartments which can be opened individually, each compartment comprising a plurality of unit dose detergent portions and wherein at least one compartment is substantially air¬ tight before it is opened for the first time. The package provides for good stability of the detergent portions.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 21/02 - Containers specially shaped, or provided with fittings or attachments, to facilitate nesting, stacking, or joining together

Abstract

A water-soluble package comprising at least two water- soluble bodies, preferably detergent compositions, wherein the at least two bodies are not adhered to each other by an adhesive and are retained in positions relative to one another by a water-soluble film surrounding the bodies. These bodies have good dissolution properties in water and are dimensionally stable.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
• C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects