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...that two musicians were responsible for the invention of color print film? Fascinated by photography, Leopold Godowsky and Leopold Mannes worked together to produce an easy-to-use, practical color film. They worked full time as music teachers and gave concerts while experimenting during their off hours in Mannes' kitchen. Their success earned them full-time, well-paying jobs at Kodak and their efforts resulted in Kodachrome film, which was introduced in 1935.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8080502 | Antimicrobial compositions for use on food products The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions, and specifically antimicrobial compositions that are useful at sanitizing food products. The compositions of the present invention include octanoic acid, an acidulant, a coupling agent, an optional buffer,... | 12/20/2011 |
| 7915207 | Antimicrobial compositions for use on food products The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions, and specifically antimicrobial compositions that are useful at sanitizing food products. The compositions of the present invention include octanoic acid, an acidulant, a coupling agent, an optional buffer,... | 03/29/2011 |
| 7439218 | Disinfectant compositions comprising an orange oil mixture and methods of use thereof The present invention discloses a highly potent, non-toxic, disinfectant that can be used for a wide breadth of applications. The disinfectant comprises hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), orange terpene oil, orange valencia oil, a non-ionic emulsifier (... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7354888 | Antibacterial composition and methods thereof comprising a ternary builder mixture Provided is an antibacterial aqueous solution comprising a phosphate, a citrate, and a silicate; a method of controlling bacterial contamination and/or growth in food substance; a method of prohibiting the formation of, and/or facilitating the removing of, silicate ... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7323436 | Adduct having an acidic solution of sparingly-soluble group IIA complexes An adduct that has an acidic solution of sparingly-soluble Group IIA complexes (“AGIIS”) and at least one additive. The AGIIS can be prepared by mixing a mineral acid (such as sulfuric acid), and a Group IIA hydroxide (such as calcium hydroxide) or a Group IIA s... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7176185 | Short peptide carrier system for cellular delivery of agent A dipeptide or tripeptide carrier system for active agent delivery to cells has an N-terminus natural amino acid and an active agent covalently bonded to a side chain of one of the remaining amino acid bases. The system is amenable to formulation as an oral administ... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7148187 | Low residue cleaning composition comprising lactic acid, nonionic surfactant and solvent mixture A cleaning composition with a 2-hydroxycarboxylic acid and a nonionic surfactant gives good antimicrobial performance and good filming and streaking performance. The composition can contain a solvent with low water solubility, a volatile solvent that is miscible in ... | 12/12/2006 |
| 6998369 | Antimicrobial composition A method for antimicrobial treatment comprising applying to microbes a composition containing a diluting solvent (e.g., water), an antimicrobially-active solvent having a density different from the density of the diluting solvent, and an optional cosolvent, surfacta... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6998370 | Washing agent for removing residual pesticide of vegetables The present invention is to provide a washing agent for removing a pesticide in a vegetable consisting a predetermined composition prepared by a preparation process, wherein said preparation process comprises the steps of a) providing a first solvent which is a basi... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6964942 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for non-food inanimate surfaces Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are sprayed onto... | 11/15/2005 |
| 6953772 | Concentrated sanitizing compositions for cleaning food and food contact surfaces The invention teaches the preparation of a concentrated sanitizing and cleaning preparation. The preparation has a dual use for cleaning and sanitizing food surfaces as well as food contact and non-food contact surfaces. The composition of the invention shows rapid ... | 10/11/2005 |
| 6946432 | Anti-foaming preparation and use thereof The anti-foaming preparations comprise aqueous formulations, which contain at least one substance, from the group of polyhydroxy compounds, non-ionic detergents and phosphoric acid esters and their salts, preferably alkyl polygluocosides, alkoxylated long-chain alco... | 09/20/2005 |
| 6662813 | Cleaning methods and compositions for produce Acidic and basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Clear liquid formulations comprising oleate, alcohol ethoxylates and buffers are sprayed onto apples, lettuce and the like... | 12/16/2003 |
| 6663902 | Method and composition for the generation of chlorine dioxide using Iodo-Compounds, and methods of use The present invention relates to a biocidal composition, designed for the generation of chlorine dioxide, comprising at least one iodo-compound having at least one iodine atom and a source of chlorite ions. The molar ration of chlorite ions to iodine atom... | 12/16/2003 |
| 6638902 | Stable solid enzyme compositions and methods employing them The present invention relates to a solid enzyme cleaning composition in which the enzyme is stable in the presence of mixtures of carbonate and bicarbonate at alkaline pH, and methods employing this composition. The enzyme cleaning composition preferably ... | 10/28/2003 |
| 6617290 | Concentrated sanitizing compositions for cleaning food and food contact surfaces The invention teaches the preparation of concentrated sanitizing and cleaning preparation. The preparation has dual use for cleaning and sanitizing food surfaces as well as food contact and non-food contact surfaces. The composition of the invention shows... | 09/09/2003 |
| 6613731 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for non-food inanimate surfaces Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are s... | 09/02/2003 |
| 6557568 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are s... | 05/06/2003 |
| 6534075 | Antimicrobial and antiviral compositions and treatments for food surfaces An antimicrobial and antiviral composition in powder form or in the form of a two part liquid concentrate for washing and sanitizing foods, food surfaces, food ware, process waters, animal quarters, and animal carcasses is described. The composition may a... | 03/18/2003 |
| 6486104 | Wipe for objects that are to be placed in a child's mouth A portable wipe product for use in cleaning objects, such as pacifiers, bottles, teething objects, and cups that are to be placed in a child's mouth. The wipes are dispensed from a portable dispenser. The wipes are covered with an aqueous mixture that, in... | 11/26/2002 |
| 6436891 | Adduct having an acidic solution of sparingly-soluble group IIA complexes An adduct that has an acidic solution of sparingly-soluble Group IIA complexes ("AGIIS") and at least one additive. The AGIIS can be prepared by mixing a mineral acid (such as sulfuric acid), and a Group IIA hydroxide (such as calcium hydroxide) or a Grou... | 08/20/2002 |
| 6432892 | Cleaning of fruit, vegetables, and meats comprising alkyl-polyglycoside A low-foaming clear composition for cleaning fruit, vegetables, or meat that can be diluted by the user before use and/or directly sprayed on and that shows high cleaning performance, particularly in dissolving wax, and also high wetting power. The compos... | 08/13/2002 |
| 6367488 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are s... | 04/09/2002 |
| 6225268 | Liquid detergent composition A liquid detergent composition contains (1) 0.5 to 5% by weight of citrate, (2) 0.5 to 10% by weight of alcohol, (3) 5 to 15% by weight of cocinin, and (4) 70 to 94% by weight of water.... | 05/01/2001 |
| 6197739 | Proteolytic enzyme cleaner Compositions for use as soil removing agents in the food processing industry are disclosed. Food soiled surfaces in food manufacturing and preparation areas can be cleaned. The compositions are manufactured in the form of a concentrate which is diluted wi... | 03/06/2001 |
| 6071356 | Cleaning-in-place with a solution containing a protease and a lipase The present invention relates to methods of cleaning-in-place soiled process equipment comprising circulating a solution comprising a protease and a lipase for a sufficient period of time to permit action of the enzymes.... | 06/06/2000 |
| 5997654 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are s... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5972857 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising carbonates, detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphori... | 10/26/1999 |
| 5965499 | Cleaning methods and compositions for produce Acidic and basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Clear liquid formulations comprising oleate, alcohol ethoxylates and buffers are sprayed onto apples, lettuce and the like... | 10/12/1999 |
| 5932527 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions, and/or articles for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising carbonates, detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphori... | 08/03/1999 |
| 5853730 | Cleaning solution using citrus water distillate A citrus scented cosmetic is described wherein citrus water distillate is substituted for some or all of the distilled and/or deionized water typically used as an ingredient in the cosmetic. Citrus water distillate is an economical, environmentally-friend... | 12/29/1998 |
| 5849678 | Cleaning/sanitizing methods, compositions and/or articles for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Liquid formulations comprising detergent surfactant, such as oleate, alcohol ethoxylates, etc., and neutralized phosphoric acid are s... | 12/15/1998 |
| 5712238 | Multipurpose cleaning agent A multipurpose cleaning agent containing 6.5-8% sodium alkyl sulfate, 2.7-4% fatty acid coconut diethanolamide, 0.38-0.42% citric acid, 0.38-0.42% ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid, 0.42-0.48% sodium citrate, 2.88-3.2% water, 1.88-2.5% sodium polyoxyethyl... | 01/27/1998 |
| 5705461 | Cleaning methods and compositions for produce Acidic and basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Clear liquid formulations comprising oleate, alcohol ethoxylates and buffers are sprayed onto apples, lettuce and the like... | 01/06/1998 |
| 5503764 | Produce cleaning article containing potassium oleate Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Clear liquid formulations comprising oleate, alcohol ethoxylates and buffers are sprayed onto apples, lettuce and the like to remove ... | 04/02/1996 |
| 5500143 | Cleaning compositions for produce Basic cleaning compositions using toxicologically-acceptable ingredients for cleaning fruits and vegetables are provided. Clear liquid formulations comprising oleate and polyethylene glycol are applied to apples, lettuce and the like to remove soil and un... | 03/19/1996 |
| 5364650 | Disinfecting product A method and composition for eradicating bacteria from animal carcasses. The composition comprises a solution coating aliphatic medium chain fatty acids, a chelating agent, enough hydrochloric acid to maintain the solution at an acid pH and enough water t... | 11/15/1994 |
| 5320772 | Composition for cleaning fruits and vegetables A cleaning composition for cleaning the surfaces of edible fresh fruits and vegetables. The composition comprises water and a preservative, and preferably also a co-solvent with a dielectric constant less than that of water, a surfactant, a flavorant, and... | 06/14/1994 |
| 5280042 | Disinfecting and sanitizing compositions This invention relates to sanitizing and disinfecting compositions. More particularly, the present invention concerns anhydrous sanitizing and disinfecting concentrate composition suitable for dilution in water to produce aqueous antimicrobial solutions, ... | 01/18/1994 |
| 5234703 | Disinfecting product and process A method and composition for eradicating bacteria from animal carcasses. The composition comprises a solution coating aliphatic medium chain fatty acids, a chelating agent, enough hydrochloric acid to maintain the solution at an acid pH and enough water t... | 08/10/1993 |
