Cleaning compositions for produce
US5500143A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 5, 1994 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11D1/72
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Clear liquid formulations comprising oleate and polyethylene glycol are applied to apples, lettuce and the like to remove soil and unwanted deposits. The compositions are characterized by their "non-soapy" feel and desirable viscosity profile which allows spray-on compositions to be formulated.
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