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Deodorant composition and process

US4089942A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 25, 1977
Grant dateMay 16, 1978
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Expiry dateJan 25, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S424/05
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A deodorant composition which prevents the formation of unpleasant odors due to bacterial decomposition of perspiration comprises a cosmetic carrier and, as the active component, a mixture of at least one weak organic acid and at least one salt of a weak organic acid and an aminated organic compound. The composition on application to the desired area of the body maintains the pH of the perspiration at a value of about 3 to 6.

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