Mark Twain (Samuel L. Clemens) received Patent No. 121,992 for "An Improvement in Adjustable and Detachable Straps for Garments." He later received two more patents: one for a self-pasting scrapbook and one for a game to help players remember important historical dates.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7985722 | Rhamnolipid-based formulations The present invention relates to rhamnolipid-based formulations to clean, disinfect, deodorize, and act as an antimicrobial and antifungal agent for living and working environments. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of rhamnolipids to create a bi... | 07/26/2011 |
| 7384899 | Animal shampoo This invention is concerned with odor control animal shampoo. Odor control animal shampoos in accordance with this invention comprises a shampoo base to which is added a halo sulfonamide compound. In use the halo sulfonamide compound, as is contained in the shampoo,... | 06/10/2008 |
| 7208453 | Means for inactivating pathogenic agents on surfaces, instruments and in contaminated fluids The invention relates to ecologically-acceptable agent for treating pathogenic germs on surfaces, instruments and in fluids, comprising synergistic mixtures of aromatic hydroxybenzoic acids and phenols with a broad spectrum of action. The above is active against hyd... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7033614 | Bismuth oxychloride compositions and methods of rinsing A rinse-off composition comprising in percent by weight 0.10–10.00 of a dispersion of bismuth oxychloride 3.50–90.00 of a surfactant, 0.001–0.050 of a dye, 3.00–15.00 of an emollient and 10.00–80.00 of water; said dispersion of bismuth oxychloride containi... | 04/25/2006 |
| 6916493 | Two-part disinfecting systems and compositions and methods relating thereto A two-part disinfecting systems, as well as disinfecting compositions and methods for making and using the same. The two-part disinfecting system contains a first part and a second part adapted to be mixed to yield an aqueous disinfecting composition, wherein the fi... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6699510 | Acidic aqueous chlorite teat dip with improved visual indicator stability, extended shelf life, sanitizing capacity and tissue protection The mastitis control teat dip composition having a visible indicator aspect of the invention provides a softening, soothing, smoothing, relaxing property, a rapid initial kill, a useful highly pseudoplastic rheology, a barrier/film-forming capacity, a uni... | 03/02/2004 |
| 6579836 | Agents for eliminating the adhesive capacity of helminth eggs The invention relates to detergents for removing adherent helminth eggs from the bristles, skin, fur and feathers of live animals. The detergents are based on an active mixture that can contain anion-active and/or non-ionic tensides, aromatic carboxylic a... | 06/17/2003 |
| 6524624 | Two-part disinfecting systems and compositions and methods related thereto A two-part disinfecting systems, as well as disinfecting compositions and methods for making and using the same. The two-part disinfecting system contains a first part and a second part adapted to be mixed to yield an aqueous disinfecting composition, whe... | 02/25/2003 |
| 6284719 | Two pack system for the preparation of peracid compositions for teat-dips A two-pack system for the preparation of peracid compositions for the disinfection, cleaning, and protection of cow's teats before and after milking. A first component of the product comprises an aqueous equilibrated solution of a lower aliphatic peracid ... | 09/04/2001 |
| 6281189 | Soyate containing compositions A composition is disclosed that comprises at least one soybean oil derived compound and at least one member chosen from the group of drying agent(s), co-solvents and additives. The composition can comprise methyl soyate and d-Limonene.... | 08/28/2001 |
| 6235692 | Foaming enzyme spray cleaning composition and method of delivery This invention relates to a foaming enzyme composition and delivery method useful for the cleaning and maintenance of moist conditions of the surfaces of soiled instruments, utensils and other devices prior to final cleaning and/or sterilization. The aque... | 05/22/2001 |
| 5998342 | Foaming enzyme spray cleaning composition and method of delivery This invention relates to a foaming enzyme composition and delivery method useful for the cleaning and maintenance of moist conditions of the surfaces of soiled instruments, utensils and other devices prior to final cleaning and/or sterilization. The aque... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5990058 | Hair hygiene product or hair treatment product for man or animals A single-dose solid composition useful for cleaning or treating human or animal hair and having a high disintegration rate in water is disclosed. The composition includes at least one surface active agent selected from the group consisting of an anionic s... | 11/23/1999 |
| 5968204 | Article for cleaning surfaces Sheets capable of developing a positive electostatic charge are used for a variety of surface cleaning operations. Polyester fabric, non-woven and chemically bonded with an acrylic latex is used to dust surfaces, to clean clothes, furniture and carpets. A... | 10/19/1999 |
| 5810944 | Cleanser for surgical instruments The invention relates to a cleanser concentrate having the following composition: 0.5-8.0% by weight of at least one C5 -C12 -alkyl sulphate salt, 4.0-15.0% by weight of at least one formulation aid, 4.0-10% by weight of at least one... | 09/22/1998 |
| 5739172 | Environmentally safe pesticide compositions This invention provides a novel pesticide composition having a bicarbonate-containing inorganic salt ingredient which exhibits fungicidal activity, and which enhances the efficacy of a C8 -C22 fatty acid insecticidal ingredient for t... | 04/14/1998 |
| 5474712 | Livestock conditioning shampoo A livestock conditioning shampoo consists of sodium lauryl sulfate, polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monolaurate, d-limonene, polyacrylic acid, acrylic copolymer emulsifier, butylated hydroxytoluene, triethanolamine, polyalkyleneoxide-modified polydimethylsi... | 12/12/1995 |
| 5468417 | Silicone containing VOC complaint paint remover Composition and method of removing a coating painted on a surface. The method involves applying to the surface an acetone based composition containing an organosilicon compound, rubbing the acetone based composition into the surface, and removing from the... | 11/21/1995 |
| 5443849 | Sporicidal disinfectant compositions, production and use thereof A sporicidal composition characterized in that it comprises iodine bromide in aqueous solution at a pH of less than 7.0... | 08/22/1995 |
| 5227161 | Method to clean and disinfect pathogens on the epidermis by applying a composition containing peroxidase, iodide compound and surfactant This invention relates to a disinfecting epidermal cleaner using peroxidase, peroxide and iodide. The active components are maintained inactive until admixed in a define proportion with water. The pH at which the peroxidase is stored is between 7.0 and 9.... | 07/13/1993 |
| 4942038 | Encapsulated humectant A new humectant for animal care product use having a moisturizer encapsulated in a lipid vesicle has been developed. The humectant is particularly useful as an additive to shampoos or cream rinses.... | 07/17/1990 |
| 4942177 | Composition and method for cleaning and sanitizing the teats of milk producing animals A composition and method for preparation of a cleaner and sanitizer for teats of dairy animals. Water insoluble sodium undecylenate is formed in situ in an aqueous blend of food additive, germicidal, cosmetic, and detergent components, resulting in a clea... | 07/17/1990 |
| 4904405 | Aerosol preparations containing mixtures of phosphate esters An aerosol preparation containing a cleansing agent and a propellant is provided. The cleansing agent is composed of a phosphate ester surfactant obtained by mixing two alkylphosphate salts a weight ratio of from 70:30 to 20:80. The first alkylphosphate s... | 02/27/1990 |
| 4834901 | Skunk odor shampoo A composition for the removal of odors of a skunk spray is disclosed composed of a shampoo base and an effective amount of a sulfur oxidizing reagent.... | 05/30/1989 |
| 4769171 | Liquid ear cleansing composition A liquid ear cleansing composition for topical application to ears is disclosed. The composition has a pH of about 1.9 to about 2.7 and includes an acid buffer system. The composition also includes propylene glycol as a solvent, a thickening agent and a s... | 09/06/1988 |
| 4737307 | Skin cleanser capable of removing smegma and surface bacteria, fungus and viruses from surface of skin A cleansing composition capable of removing smegma comprises in an aqueous solution a cleansing agent comprising a mixture of surface active agents in the indicated amounts as follows: (i) from a trace to 0.2% by weight, based on the total weight of said ... | 04/12/1988 |
| 4704226 | Process for thickening aqueous solutions The viscosity of cosmetic cleansing composition is increased by admixing with such compositions an effective amount of a thickener comprising an alpha-acetamido-fatty acid soap.... | 11/03/1987 |
| 4668434 | Pet shampoo The present invention is directed to a composition of matter which provides a slow release fragrance for animal skin products such as shampoos, conditioners, insect (e.g., flea, tick) repellants or insecticides. The present invention is especially directed to ... | 05/26/1987 |
| 4337166 | Compositions for treating hair and other fibrous materials A detergent composition, particularly for use as a hair shampoo, consisting of a detergent substance, for example one based on a fatty alcohol or a fatty alcohol ethoxylate, and from 0.5 to 20 percent by weight, based on the total composition, of a cyclic... | 06/29/1982 |
| 4169065 | Ear cleaning mixture for canine A mixture for cleaning ears of pets, especially dogs, containing a mixture of alcohol, acetic acid, peroxide, soap in a water base.... | 09/25/1979 |
| 4097305 | Method for removing bot eggs from animal hair Bot eggs are readily removed from horse's hair by first applying to the eggs a thickened aqueous solution of an imidazoline or betaine surfactant in which the hydrophobe is a C7 to C12 hydrocarbyl group. This loosens the adhesion of ... | 06/27/1978 |