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Generation of peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid and the use thereof

US12371403B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 12, 2023
Grant dateJul 29, 2025
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2043

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  • 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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