Aqueous miticide containing benzyl benzoate
US6107341A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 1998 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N37/10
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Compositions and methods for killing dust mites are disclosed. The disclosed miticides are aqueous mixtures composed of benzyl benzoate in an amount effective for killing dust mites and a solvent having a high affinity for benzyl benzoate and for water. The amount of solvent is sufficient to maintain a stable dispersion of benzyl benzoate in the aqueous mixture. Benzyl alcohol, which is itself a miticide, is an especially useful solvent. The miticide optionally contains at least one surfactant, which along with the solvent, helps maintain a stable dispersion of benzyl benzoate in the aqueous mixture. The aqueous mixture is applied to surfaces of household furnishings including bedding, carpeting, and upholstery, using conventional liquid application techniques. An important aspect of the present invention is that the miticide is a fully aqueous solution that, unlike available miticides, contains no solid particles for dispersing the benzyl benzoate.
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