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Methods and compositions for removing metal oxides

US7611588B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2004
Grant dateNov 3, 2009
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Expiry dateDec 17, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D3/2086
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to methods and compositions for removing metal oxide soils from surfaces. The compositions include an anionic surfactant and a pH adjuster at an acidic pH. In one embodiment, the invention relates to a method of removing a metal oxide soil from a surface by (1) applying a use composition to the surface, the use composition having a pH adjuster in an amount sufficient to provide a use pH at or below 7, an anionic surfactant in an amount to remove a portion of the metal oxide soil, and a carrier, (2) removing the metal oxide soil from the surface with the use composition, and (3) rinsing the surface to remove the use composition and the metal oxide soil.

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