Freshening compositions having a malodor control component and methods thereof
US8992889B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 31, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L9/01
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A freshening composition having a malodor control component, about 1% to about 5% of low molecular weight monohydric alcohols, and an aqueous carrier are provided. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric. The composition may be delivered to fabrics and/or air. The malodor control component may include an effective amount of volatile aldehydes and/or an acid catalyst.
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