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Antimicrobial conveyor lubricant composition and method for using

US6525005B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2000
Grant dateFeb 25, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10N2050/01
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Lubricant compositions are used on conveying systems in the beverage industry during the filling of containers with dairy products or other beverages. An antimicrobial conveyor lubricant composition according to the invention includes alkyl alkoxylated phosphate ester, antimicrobial agent comprising at least one of quaternary ammonium antimicrobial agent and protonated amine antimicrobial agent, extreme pressure additive, water, and neutralizing agent in an amount sufficient to provide a use solution having a pH in the range of about 4 to about 9. The composition can include an extreme pressure additive and/or a corrosion inhibitor. A method for using an antimicrobial lubricant composition is provided.

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