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Bar soap compositions containing zinc pyrithione and a metal-pyridine oxide complex

US9333157B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 13, 2014
Grant dateMay 10, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 13, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D1/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a bar soap composition that contains zinc pyrithione (ZPT) and a metal-pyridine oxide complex, preferably a zinc-pyridine oxide complex. The bar soap may be characterized by enhanced discoloration resistance, extended shelf life, and/or increased anti-microbial efficacy.

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