Synergistic antimicrobial compositions containing an ionene polymer and a pyrithione salt and methods of using the same
US6008236A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N43/40
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Compositions comprising an ionene polymer and a pyrithione salt are disclosed which are synergistically effective compared to the respective components alone in controlling the growth of microorganisms in or on a material or medium. Methods to control the growth of microorganisms and prevent spoilage caused by microorganisms with the use of the compositions of the present invention are also disclosed.
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