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Solidification mechanism incorporating ionic liquids

US8716207B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 2012
Grant dateMay 6, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 4, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D3/3707
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A solid cleaning composition including an ionic liquid and a hardening agent is provided. The compositions are substantially free of alkyl phenol ethoxylates, including nonyl phenol ethoxylates. The solid cleaning compositions remain solid at room temperature despite the inclusion of ionic liquids, providing an effective, biorenewable, environmentally friendly alternative to nonyl phenol ethoxylate cleaning compositions.

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