Pest repellent composition for fiber treatment

Abstract

To provide a pest repellent composition for fiber treatment that contains water and shows excellent pest repelling effect when used to treat a fiber product.SOLUTION: A pest repellent composition for fiber treatment contains (A) a pest repelling component, (B) a glycol monoether compound, and (C) water.SELECTED DRAWING: None

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a pest repellent composition for treating textiles.

[0002] Various water-containing pest repellent compositions for use on textile products have been investigated. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a repellent composition for pests, particularly mites, that has an excellent repellent effect against pests, particularly mites, and is highly safe and has a moderate residual capacity of the pest repellent component as an active ingredient, and that can be used as an aqueous composition.

[0003] Furthermore, Patent Document 2 discloses a pest repellent for textile products, which is characterized by containing an extract of one or more plants selected from the group consisting of plants belonging to the genus Artemisia, plants belonging to the genus Houttuynia, plants belonging to the genus Chamaecyparis, and plants belonging to the genus Sasa, a lower alcohol, and water. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2020-117457 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-244322 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] Through investigations by the present inventors, it has been found that when these water-containing pest repellent compositions are applied to textile products containing fibers such as cotton, polyurethane, rayon, etc., the pest repellent effect is significantly reduced compared to pest repellent compositions that do not contain water.

[0006] Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a water-containing pest repellent composition for treating textiles, which exhibits excellent pest repellent effects when applied to textile products. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the present inventors have conducted extensive research into the addition of components to water-containing pest repellent compositions in order to improve the pest repellent effect when applied to textile products. As a result, they have found that the addition of a component having a specific chemical structure improves the pest repellent effect when applied to textile products, and have completed the present invention.

[0008] That is, the present invention has found that the following configurations are highly effective in achieving the above-mentioned object. (1)(A) a pest repellent component; (B) a glycol monoether compound; (C) a pest repellent composition for treating textiles, comprising water. (2) The pest repellent composition for treating fibers according to (1), wherein the (A) pest repellent component comprises one or more selected from the group consisting of icaridin, DEET, 3-(Nn-butyl-N-acetyl)aminopropionic acid ethyl ester, p-menthane-3,8-diol, and phenothrin. (3) The pest repellent composition for treating fabrics according to (1) or (2), wherein the glycol monoether compound (B) contains phenoxyethanol. (4) The pest repellent composition for treating fibers according to any one of (1) to (3), wherein the fibers include fibers having a hydroxyl group or a urethane bond. (5) The pest repellent composition for treating fibers according to any one of (1) to (4), wherein the fibers contain one or more types selected from the group consisting of cotton, polyurethane, and rayon. (6) The pest repellent composition for treating fibers according to any one of (1) to (5), wherein the pest is one or more species selected from the group consisting of mosquitoes, black flies, stable flies, house flies, ticks, bedbugs, horseflies, land leeches, chiggers, midges, moth flies, house dust flies, and house dust mites. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a water-containing pest repellent composition for treating textiles, which exhibits an excellent pest repellent effect when applied to textile products. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0010] The pest repellent composition for treating fabrics of the present invention will be described below. However, the present invention is not intended to be limited to the embodiments and examples described below. In this specification, the unit of content "w / v%" is synonymous with "g / 100 ml." In addition, when a range is indicated by "~" in this specification, it is assumed that the range includes both the upper and lower limits.

[0011] [Pest repellent composition for textile treatment] The pest repellent composition for treating fibers of the present invention comprises: (A) a pest repellent component; (B) a glycol monoether compound; (C) Water, and a pest repellent composition for treating textiles, which exhibits excellent pest repellent effects when treated on textile products, particularly textile products containing fibers such as cotton, polyurethane, rayon, etc.

[0012] Because fibers such as cotton, polyurethane, and rayon contain highly polar functional groups, such as hydroxyl groups and urethane bonds, when treated with a water-containing (C) pest repellent composition for treating fibers, it is thought that these highly polar functional groups hydrate, further reducing the compatibility of the low-polarity (A) pest repellent component with the fibers, which is believed to result in a decrease in the adhesion of the (A) pest repellent component to the fibers and a decrease in the pest repellent effect.

[0013] Therefore, it is presumed that by adding (B) glycol monoether compound, which has both a high polarity structure (one hydroxyl group) and a low polarity structure (for example, a hydrocarbon structure and an ether structure), (B) glycol monoether compound acts as a binder, increasing the adhesion of (A) pest repellent ingredient to the fiber, thereby demonstrating excellent pest repellent effects.

[0014] ((A) Pest repellent ingredient) The pest repellent component (A) used in the present invention is a synthetic or natural compound having a low polarity and exhibiting a repellent effect against pests. For example, icaridin (1-methylpropyl methacrylate) is 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-piperidinecarboxylate" or "2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-piperidinecarboxylate 1-methylpropyl"), DEET (sometimes referred to as "N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide"), 3-(Nn-butyl-N-acetyl)aminopropionic acid ethyl ester (sometimes referred to as "ethyl butylacetylaminopropionate" or "IR3535"), p-menthane-3,8-diol (sometimes referred to as "PMD"), butyl 3,4-dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxo-2H-pyran-6-carboxylate, n-hexyl triethylene glycol monoether, methyl 6-n-pentyl-cyclohexene-1-carboxylate, dimethyl phthalate, eucalyptol, menthol, menthyl acetate, Examples of pest repellent ingredients that can be used include (A) α-pinene, geraniol, citronellal, citronellol, citral, terpineol, camphor, linalool, carvone, dioctyl phthalate, dibutyl phthalate, naphthalene, essential oils and extracts extracted from citronella, peppermint, cedarwood, lavender, tea tree oil, cinnamon bark, camphor, lemongrass, clover, thyme, geranium, bergamot, bay laurel, pine, red peach, benny royal, eucalyptus, and Indian sedan, as well as pyrethroid compounds such as pyrethrin, allethrin, phthalthrin, resmethrin, furamethrin, phenothrin, permethrin, cyphenothrin, prallethrin, etofenprox, empenthrin, transfluthrin, metofluthrin, and profluthrin. These (A) pest repellent components can be used alone or in combination of two or more.

[0015] Among these, from the viewpoints of versatility and effectiveness, the (A) pest repellent component preferably contains one or more species selected from the group consisting of icaridin, DEET, 3-(Nn-butyl-N-acetyl)aminopropionic acid ethyl ester, p-menthane-3,8-diol, and phenothrin, and more preferably contains one or more species selected from the group consisting of icaridin, DEET, 3-(Nn-butyl-N-acetyl)aminopropionic acid ethyl ester, and p-menthane-3,8-diol.

[0016] In order to achieve the effects of the present invention, the lower limit of the content of the pest repellent component (A) relative to the total amount of the pest repellent composition for fiber treatment is preferably 0.5 w / v% or more, more preferably 0.8 w / v% or more, and the upper limit of the content of the pest repellent component (A) relative to the total amount of the pest repellent composition for fiber treatment is preferably 30 w / v% or less, more preferably 15 w / v% or less.

[0017] ((B) Glycol monoether compound) The glycol monoether compound (B) used in the present invention is a monoether of a glycol compound in which two hydroxyl groups are bonded to adjacent carbon atoms, and is a hydrocarbon compound having one hydroxyl group and one ether structure in the molecule. It combines a highly polar structure (one hydroxyl group) with a low polar structure (e.g., a hydrocarbon structure and an ether structure), and acts as a binder, enhancing the adhesion of the pest repellent component (A) to fibers, thereby demonstrating excellent pest repellency.

[0018] The (B) glycol monoether compound is preferably a glycol monoether compound having 3 to 10 carbon atoms, such as phenoxyethanol (ethylene glycol monophenyl ether), ethylene glycol monomethyl ether, ethylene glycol monoethyl ether, ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, ethylene glycol monotertiary butyl ether, propylene glycol monotertiary butyl ether, etc., and one or more of these may be used in combination. Among these, phenoxyethanol is preferred.

[0019] From the viewpoint of exerting the effects of the present invention, the lower limit of the content of the glycol monoether compound (B) relative to the total amount of the pest repellent composition for treating fibers is preferably 0.5 w / v% or more, preferably 0.7 w / v% or more, preferably 1.0 w / v% or more, preferably 1.5 w / v% or more, preferably 2.0 w / v% or more. The upper limit of the content of the glycol monoether compound (B) relative to the total amount of the pest repellent composition for treating fibers is preferably 80 w / v% or less, preferably 60 w / v% or less, preferably 30 w / v% or less, preferably 20 w / v% or less, preferably 15 w / v% or less.

[0020] ((C)Water) The water (C) used in the present invention is not particularly limited, and examples thereof include purified water such as ion-exchanged water and reverse osmosis water, ordinary tap water, industrial water, deep seawater, etc. The lower limit of the content of water (C) relative to the total amount of the pest repellent composition for treating fibers is preferably 5 w / v% or more, preferably 10 w / v% or more, and preferably 20 w / v% or more, and the upper limit of the content of water (C) relative to the total amount of the pest repellent composition for treating fibers is preferably 80 w / v% or less, preferably 75 w / v% or less, and preferably 70 w / v% or less.

[0021] The pest repellent composition for textile treatment of the present invention is prepared by blending the above-mentioned components and, as necessary, blending other components such as organic solvents, pH adjusters, nonionic surfactants, anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, antioxidants such as butylhydroxytoluene, stabilizers such as sodium edetate and ascorbic acid, inorganic powders such as talc and silicic acid, bactericides (mold inhibitors), deodorizers, fragrances (fragrances), colorants, feel-imparting agents, UV absorption inhibitors, thickeners, and gelling agents.

[0022] The organic solvent is not particularly limited, but examples thereof include ketone-based solvents such as acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, diethyl ketone, and cyclohexanone; alcohol-based solvents such as methanol, ethanol, 1-propanol, 2-propanol, 1-butanol, and 2-butanol; diethylene glycol monomethyl ether; hydrocarbon-based solvents such as toluene, xylene, normal hexane, n-paraffin, and isoparaffin; ester-based solvents such as ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, amyl acetate, and ethyl lactate; glycol-based solvents such as propylene glycol, 1,2-butylene glycol, 1,3-butylene glycol, and dipropylene glycol; diethylene glycol monomethyl ether, diethylene glycol monobutyl ether, and triethylene glycol monomethyl ether. Of these, alcohol-based solvents and glycol-based solvents are preferably used, but are not limited thereto.

[0023] The pH adjuster is not particularly limited, but examples thereof include citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium bicarbonate, triethanolamine, ammonia, potassium hydroxide, and sodium hydroxide.

[0024] Examples of nonionic surfactants include polyoxyethylene hydrogenated castor oil (POE hydrogenated castor oil), polyoxyethylene alkyl ethers (POE alkyl ethers), polyoxyethylene alkylphenyl ethers (POE alkylphenyl ethers), polyoxyethylene higher fatty acid esters (POE higher fatty acid esters), polyoxyethylene sorbitan fatty acid esters (POE sorbitan fatty acid esters), polyoxyethylene glycerin fatty acid esters (POE glycerin fatty acid esters), coconut oil fatty acid diethanolamide, polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene alkyl ethers (POEPOP alkyl ethers), fatty acid alkanolamides, and alkylamine oxides.

[0025] Examples of thickeners include water-soluble polymers such as carboxyvinyl polymers, polyvinyl alcohol, and polyvinylpyrrolidone; acrylic acid-based polymer compounds such as acrylic acid copolymers, acrylic acid / alkyl methacrylate copolymers, and alkyl acrylate / diacetoneacrylamide copolymers; and polysaccharides such as alginic acid and its salts.

[0026] Examples of gelling agents include amines such as triethanolamine and tetrahydroxypropylethylenediamine, sodium hydroxide, and aminomethylpropanol.

[0027] The fibers in the present invention are not particularly limited, but examples include those containing cotton, polyurethane, rayon, polyester, nylon, polypropylene, etc., and from the viewpoint of further achieving the effects of the present invention, it is more preferable that the fibers contain fibers having a hydroxyl group or a urethane bond, and it is even more preferable that the fibers contain one or more types selected from the group consisting of cotton, polyurethane, and rayon.

[0028] Pests in the present invention are not particularly limited, but include sanitary pests such as mosquitoes, black flies, stable flies, house flies, ticks, bedbugs, horseflies, land leeches, and chiggers, as well as nuisance pests such as midges and moth flies, and house dust mites, of which mosquitoes and / or midges are preferred.

[0029] The method for treating fibers with the pest repellent composition for fiber treatment of the present invention is not particularly limited, but examples include a treatment method in which the composition is applied to the fibers, and a treatment method in which the composition is sprayed or dripped onto the fibers in the form of a spray product, aerosol product, gel product, etc., as described below.

[0030] The pest repellent composition for treating fibers of the present invention can be prepared in a liquid form and can be stored in a spray container as is and used as a spray product, or can be added to a propellant such as liquefied gas or compressed gas and filled into an aerosol container to be used as an aerosol product. It can also be prepared in a gel form and can be stored in a gel container and used as a gel product. Of these, it is preferable to store it in a spray container or a gel container for use. Known spray containers and gel containers can be used.

[0031] The amount of the spray to be dispensed when used as a spray is not particularly limited, but is preferably 0.1 to 2.0 mL per push, and more preferably 0.2 to 1.5 mL. [Example]

[0032] The present invention will be explained in more detail below with reference to examples, but the present invention is not limited to these examples in any way.

[0033] [Manufacturing example] (A) 0.8 g (0.8 w / v%) of DEET, a pest repellent component; (B) 10 g (10 w / v%) of phenoxyethanol, a glycol monoether compound; (C) 50 g (50 w / v%) of ion-exchanged water; and the balance of absolute ethanol were mixed to produce a pest repellent composition for treating fabrics of Example 1, with a total volume of 100 mL.

[0034] Furthermore, the components were blended as shown in Table 1, and the other procedures were the same as in Example 1, to produce pest repellent compositions for treating fabrics of Example 2 and Comparative Examples 1 and 2.

[0035] [Mosquito repellent efficacy test (settlement prevention, modified glass box method)] Two pieces of fabric (100% cotton) cut into 24 x 30 cm pieces were uniformly dotted with 0.9 mL of the pest repellent composition for textile treatment of Example 1, and the pieces were air-dried for 30 minutes. Of the four 24 x 24 cm glass plates, two were attached with fabric treated with the test agent (treated group), and the remaining two were attached with untreated fabric (untreated group). A box was created with the four glass plates arranged alternately in the treated and untreated groups. The box was placed on white paper, and the top was covered with a net. Test insects (20 adult female Culex pipiens mosquitoes) were released into the box, and the distribution of the test insects was observed within 60 minutes. The repellency rate was calculated using the following formula 1. Similar tests were also conducted for Example 2 and Comparative Examples 1 and 2, and the test results are shown in Table 1.

[0036] [Formula 1] Repellency rate (%) = {[total insects trapped in the untreated area - total insects trapped in the treated area] / [total insects trapped in the untreated area]} x 100

[0037] [Table 1]

[0038] As a result of the test, it was found that Examples 1 and 2, which are pest repellent compositions for treating fibers containing (A) a pest repellent component, (B) a glycol monoether compound, and (C) water, exhibit superior pest repellent effects when applied to fibers, particularly fibers containing cotton, compared to the pest repellent compositions for treating fibers of Comparative Examples 1 and 2, which do not contain (B) the glycol monoether compound.

Claims

1. A textile pest repellent composition for treating textiles, comprising: (A) a pest repellent component; (B) a glycol monoether compound; (C) water.

2. The pest repellent composition for fiber treatment described in claim 1, wherein the (A) pest repellent component comprises one or more selected from the group consisting of icaridin, DEET, 3-(N-n-butyl-N-acetyl)aminopropionic acid ethyl ester, p-menthane-3,8-diol, and fenothrin.

3. 3. The pest repellent composition for use in treating fibers according to claim 1, wherein the glycol monoether compound (B) comprises phenoxyethanol.

4. The pest repellent composition for treating fibers according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the fibers include fibers having a hydroxyl group or a urethane bond.

5. The pest repellent composition for treating fibers according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the fibers contain one or more types selected from the group consisting of cotton, polyurethane, and rayon.

6. A pest repellent composition for textile treatment according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the pest to be repelled is one or more species selected from the group consisting of mosquitoes, black flies, stable flies, house flies, ticks, bedbugs, horseflies, leeches, chiggers, midges, moth flies and house dust mites.

7. A pest repellent composition for textile treatment described in any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the content of (C) water is 5 to 80 w / v %.