Dry cleaning method
US7837741B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 12, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 4, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06L1/02
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides a safe method for cleaning fabric articles, comprising the step of treating the fabric articles with a working cyclosiloxane dry cleaning solvent to remove contaminants from the articles, wherein the working solvent is contacted and mixed with a solidifying catalyst in case of an increased temperature event. The present invention also provides a dry cleaning system suitable for carrying out the method of the invention. Since said method has improved safety, it is very suitable for in-home use.
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