Generation of peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid and the use thereof
US11820737B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12P7/42
- WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions and methods for forming peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acids, preferably in situ, using the peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions are disclosed. Methods of using the peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acids, including for treating a surface or a target in need of antimicrobial or sanitizing treatment are also disclosed. Particular applications of using odor-free, low volatility peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid sanitizers for direct food contact are disclosed.
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