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Warewashing composition for use in automatic dishwashing machines, comprising a mixture of aluminum and zinc ions

US7135448B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2003
Grant dateNov 14, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D17/0052
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A warewashing detergent composition is provided according to the invention. The warewashing detergent composition includes a cleaning agent, an alkaline source, and a corrosion inhibitor. The cleaning agent comprises a detersive amount of a surfactant. The alkaline source is provided in an amount effective to provide a use solution having a pH of at least about 8. The corrosion inhibitor includes a source of aluminum ion and a source of zinc ion. Methods for using and manufacturing a warewashing detergent composition are provided.

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