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Activation of bleach precursors with imine quaternary salts

US5478357A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 21, 1994
Grant dateDec 26, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D3/3927
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A bleaching composition is described that includes a peroxygen compound such as sodium perborate, an oxygen transfer agent in the form of a quaternary imine salt and a bleach precursor. The quaternary imine salt at relatively low concentrations enhances the activity of the precursor. A method for bleaching substrates is also provided, especially a method for cleaning fabrics.

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