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Derivatives of aromatic benzoates as inhibitors of esterase-producing micro-organisms

US5683682A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 9, 1992
Grant dateNov 4, 1997
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q19/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Inhibitors of esterase-producing micro-organisms comprise, as active ingredient, a benzyl or phenyl benzoyloxybenzoate (I) which is hydrolysed by esterases to produce three mononucler benzene compounds which between them bear at least two hydroxyl and two carboxyl substances, and which which an anti-microbial action. The inhibitors may be formulated as personal deodorants or dermatological agents.

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