Composition for removing biofilms comprising a detergent and a salt forming acid
US6762160B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 9, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2202/24
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention relates to compositions for removing biofilms from contaminated surfaces. The compositions minimally comprise a detergent and a salt or a salt-forming acid. Preferably, the compositions comprise a detergent and a salt-forming acid, to provide salts and acids in equilibrium, in such a way that the biofilm is rapidly dismantled and removed in such an environment. The compositions may also comprise a bactericide, for destroying bacteria.
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