290results about "Biocides" patented technology

A multi-layer film for reducing microbial contamination on a surface. The multi-layer film can include a core layer having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, an adhesive layer disposed adjacent the first surface of the core layer, and an antimicrobial layer disposed adjacent the second surface. The antimicrobial layer can include a cross-linked matrix and an antimicrobial agent dispersed within the cross-linked matrix, where the cross-linked matrix is derived from a polymerizable precursor comprising a material selected from the group consisting of a polymerizable monomer, a polymerizable polymer having a molecular weight of about 1,000 or less, and combinations thereof.

Novel pest control agents, particularly insecticides or miticides are provided. Isoxazoline-substituted benzamide compounds of General Formula (1) or a salt thereof:

(where A¹, A² and A³ are independently C or N, G is a benzene ring, etc., Q is a structure of Q-1, Q-2 or Q3:

(where, for example, R¹ in Q-1 is a C₁ to C₄ haloalkyl, etc., and R² is H, etc., R¹ in Q-2 is —OR^1a, etc., R^1a is a C₁ to C₄ alkyl, etc., and R² is H, etc.), W is O or S, X is a halogen atom, a C₁ to C₂ haloalkyl, etc., Y is a halogen atom, a C₁ to C₂ alkyl, etc., R³ is a C₁ to C₂ haloalkyl, etc., m is an integer of 1-3, etc., and n is an integer of 0 or 1, etc.), and pest control agents containing the compounds.

A method for electrolytically generating a biocide having an electron deficient carrier fluid and chlorine dioxide, including providing a carrier fluid; providing a pair of electrodes interposed by a semi-permeable membrane within a vessel for creating a first passageway and a second passageway, an anode electrode of the pair of electrodes disposed in the first passageway, cathode electrode of the pair of electrodes disposed in the second passageway; flowing the carrier fluid through the vessel; applying an electric potential to the pair of electrodes to produce an oxidative acidic fluid, a reductive alkaline fluid, and anodic gases in the container; removing the fluids and gases from the vessel; mixing a portion of the anodic gases with the reductive alkaline fluid to produce a hypochlorite solution; and mixing a chlorite brine with the hypochlorite solution, followed by the introduction of additional oxidative acidic fluid to release the biocide.

The present invention provides a redispersible powder and aqueous dispersions of nanoparticles of water insoluble organic pesticides. The invention further provides methods for preparing the redispersible powder and the aqueous dispersion, wherein the methods include preparation of an oil-in-water nanoemulsion or microemulsion and solvent removal. The present invention also provides pesticidal compositions of the redispersible powder or aqueous dispersions, and their agricultural use in combating pests.

Green and naturally derived biocides such as N^α—(C1-C22) alkanoyl di basic amino acid alkyl (C1 to C22) ester salt cationic molecules can be combined with an anionic molecule not generally considered as having significant biocidal activity to provide antimicrobial, antibacterial, and/or antifungal properties with multifunctional benefits including preservative or self-preserving activity.

A stable, low VOC, low viscosity biocide formulation comprising an effective amount of at least one biocide, and a alkyl poly glycol liquid carrier of formula (I): R—O-(AO)_n—H, wherein R is a C₁-C₃ alkyl; AO is an ethyleneoxide group, a propy-leneoxide group, a butyleneoxide group, or a block or random copolymer of two or more groups selected from an ethyleneoxide group, a propyleneoxide group, and a butyleneoxide group; and n is the average number of repeating AO units and is at least 4.

Environmentally-friendly, natural essential oil based foamable compositions can be used as antimicrobial substances. The foamable compositions contain thyme oil as the sole or principal antimicrobial agent. The foamable compositions are topically applied and may be used as a preventative and/or a therapeutic. The antimicrobial foamable compositions are highly efficacious against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

Disclosed is a wood preservative composition comprising micronized copper and copper-amine complex, wherein the copper component of the copper amine complex is from about 5% to about 50% by weight, based upon the total weight of copper in the composition. The copper amine complex serves to avoid wood surface “chalking” that is otherwise attributable to the presence of micronized copper in copper-based slurries used to treat wood products. In addition, the copper-amine complex enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of the composition when used in wood treatment applications by facilitating cell wall penetration of the treated wood.

A composition is provided that contains one or more molecular encapsulation agents within each of which is encapsulated one or more cyclopropenes and that contains one or more adjuvants selected from the group consisting of surfactants, alcohols, hydrocarbon oils, non-hydrocarbon oils, and mixtures thereof. Also provided is a method that includes the step of contacting such compositions to one or more plants or plant parts.

A material for assisting in at least one of germination, protection, hydration, and thriving of seeds and the plants originating therefrom treats a seed with a tackifier or binder, such as corn syrup or the like, which secures a layer of hydrating polymer particles thereto. Nutrients, protectants, and the like may be absorbed in the polymer before or after coating of a seed thereby. Weighting materials, extenders, flowing agents, and the like may assist in the functioning or handling of the coated seeds.

A microcapsule suspension of high-effect cypermethrin is proportionally prepared from high-effect cypermethrin, core solvent, protective colloid, wall material (urea and formaldehyde), wettable disperser, viscosity regulator and water through pre-polymerizing of urea and formaldehyde, depositing on the surface of core while polymerizing, solidifying and preparing microcapsule suspension. It has low poison and high and durable effect.

The invention relates to a composition for controlling tapping panel dryness, which comprises 90 to 95 weight percent of hydrogen peroxide and 5 to 10 weight percent of citric acid. The composition can also comprise calcium dodecy (a pesticide emulsifier No.500). The invention also relates to application of hydrogen peroxide in preparing pesticides containing the composition for controlling the tapping panel dryness. The provided composition has the advantages of easy preparation and capacity of effectively controlling the tapping panel dryness.

The present invention provides wood preservative compositions comprising micronized particles. In one embodiment, the composition comprises dispersions of micronized metal or metal compounds. In another embodiment, the wood preservative composition comprises an inorganic component comprising a metal or metal compound and organic biocide. When the composition comprises an inorganic component and an organic biocide, the inorganic component or the organic biocide or both are present as micronized particles. When compositions of the present invention are used for preservation of wood, there is minimal leaching of the metal and biocide from the wood.

A composition for cryopreservation of cells and tissues of human and other animals in a safe manner without using toxic substances such as DMSO, as well as for freeze preserving or freeze-drying of foods and pharmaceuticals. In examples, ε-poly-L-lysine is reacted with succinic anhydride so that 60% or more of amino groups are blocked; and, thus obtained polymer compound is added to Dulbecco-modified eagle MEM culture medium (DMEM) on market sale to form a cryopreservation liquid. In examples for foods or pharmaceuticals, the ε-poly-L-lysine derivative was added by 0.5-10 wt % to curb freeze concentration.

A solid composition for forming chlorine dioxide on demand and a sealed biocide article.

Disclosure is provided for imidazole-triazole derivative compounds that prevent, remove and/or inhibit the formation of biofilms, compositions comprising these compounds, devices comprising these compounds, and methods of using the same.

The present invention provides an antifouling paint composition comprising a hydrolyzable copolymer (A) and an antifouling agent (B), wherein (A) is at least one kind of hydrolyzable copolymer selected from the group consisting of (a1) a copolymer containing a bond of metal salt, which is an acrylic polymer or a polyester resin, and has a side chain terminal group represented by the formula (I): —COO-M-O—COR¹ [where M represents zinc or copper and R¹ represents an organic group]; (a2) a copolymer containing a bond of metal salt composed of a component unit (a21) represented by the formula (II): CH₂═C(R²)—COO-M-O—CO—C(R²)═CH₂ [where M is the same as above and R² represents H or CH₃] and the other unsaturated monomer component unit (a22) which is copolymerizable with the monomer (II); and (a3) a silyl ester based copolymer composed of a component unit (a31) represented by the general formula (III): R⁷—CH═C(R³)—COO—SiR⁴R⁵R⁶ [where R³ is the same as R², R⁴ to R⁶ represents a hydrocarbon group, R⁷ represents H or R⁸—O—CO— (with the proviso that R⁸ represents an organic group or —SiR⁹R¹⁰R¹¹ (R⁹ to R¹¹ is a hydrocarbon group) and the other unsaturated monomer component unit (a32) which is copolymerizable with the monomer (III); and zinc sulfide is contained at an amount of 10 to 500 parts by weight with respect to 100 parts by weight of (A) as said antifouling agent (B)

The antifouling paint composition according to the present invention gives less burden to the environment and exhibits excellent antifouling properties to algae.

An article of manufacture and a method directed to application of aromatic releasing compositions impregnated within substrates such as non-woven paper materials (e.g., wipes, paper towels) and dispensable cloth materials (e.g., gauze or a thin fabric of silk, linen, or cotton materials) for providing relief from cold, allergies, sinus and symptoms associated with respiratory disorders, the aromatic releasing compositions including the following: Menthol; Camphor; Eucalyptus oil; Cedarleaf Oil; Myristica Oil; Peppermint Oil; Lavender oil; Methyl Salicylate; Naproxen; Nutmeg Oil and Thymol; Beclometasone dipropionate; Benzethonium chloride with base solution consisting of Emollients, Emulsifiers and Moisturizer; Deionized Water; Vegetable Oil; Dicaprylyl Carbonate; Glyceryl Oleate; Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate; Cetearyl Isononanoate; Ceteareth-20; Cetearyl Alcohol; Glyceryl Stearate; Glycerin; Cetyl Palmitate; Ceteareth-12, Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate; Lauryl Glucoside; Sodium Citrate; Citric Acid; Benzethonium Chloride 0.05%; Ethylene diamine tetra acetic acid; Phenoxyethanol; Methylparaben; Propylparaben; 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol; and subcombinations thereof. In further embodiments, the compositions impregnated within substrate further include one or more topical actives, and are useful for providing relief from cold, allergies, sinus and symptoms associated with respiratory disorders, as well as repelling common virus and bacteria.

The invention relates to betulin derivatives, and to the use thereof as agents against protozoa of the genus Leishmania and against leishmaniasis in applications of pharmaceutical industry.

Sprayable liquid emulsion polymer coating compositions comprised of polymer resin and a plurality of additives for the purpose of protecting, restoring, reconditioning, rejuvenating, and enhancing the color, luster and durability of a multitude of different newer and older substrate types. These coating and sealing compositions are anti-mold, anti-graffiti, they withstand temperatures up to, and most likely in excess of, 300 degrees Fahrenheit without compromising their structural integrity, and they protect against the substrate-degrading effects of oxygen, ozone, UV-radiation, moisture and dry rot. They are also environmentally and user-friendly because they comprise minimal amounts of hazardous constituents.

The invention relates to a method for crop protection comprising administering to one or both of the crop and its environment a composition comprising a carrier; and microcapsules having a core material comprising a pesticide encapsulated by a silica shell, wherein the silica shell constitutes up to 10% w/w out of the total weight of the microcapsules, and wherein said administration gives rise to pesticide activity with immediate onset and prolonged effect. The invention further relates to a method for acute treatment of a pest-infested crop.