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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7288574 | Two-phase oxygenated solution and method of use A two-phase mixture is provided having a dissolved gas and a suspension of bubbles in a liquid. Methods for making, maintaining, and using the two-phase mixture are also provided. The gas molecules may be introduced into the liquid at a high velocity under elevated ... | 10/30/2007 |
| 6821928 | Method to reduce the rate of diffusion of slow-release materials through polymers and process for making drip irrigation devices with long-term control of root growth A method for reducing the rate of diffusion of a slow-release material through a host polymer material to increase the useful life of a slow-release product. An inert fine particulate inorganic material such as an intercalation material having a layered structure is... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6797674 | Solid agricultural chemicals composition, preparation thereof and the method for scattering the same An object of the present invention is to provide a solid agricultural chemicals composition which is excellent in environmental safety, has no disadvantages of powdering and seeping out of an agrochemically active ingredient while containing the agrochemically activ... | 09/28/2004 |
| 6703350 | Agricultural chemicals composition, preparation thereof and the method for scattering the same In an agricultural chemicals composition which is scattered by being thrown directly into a submerged paddy field, it is an object to provide a composition having an excellent spreadability without stagnation of an agrochemically active ingredient at the ... | 03/09/2004 |
| 6645516 | Hydrosoluble composition comprising lipophilic vegetable material and at least two ecologically optimized surfactants The creation of a limpid, stable micro-emulsion from liquid lipophilic materials of vegetable origin, specifically, essential oils, using an ecologically optimized solubilizing agent consisting of a mixture of one ethoxylated vegetable oil and at least on... | 11/11/2003 |
| 6475496 | Gelled cosmetic remover composition An organic solvent based cosmetic remover composition gelled to a viscosity of 25 to 500,000 centipoise with a synthetic metal silicate gelling agent.... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6440406 | Attractant for monitoring and control of adult scarabs The present invention provides a composition for attracting scarabs. Liquid and solid formulations are provided, along with methods for their use, for controlling or eliminating scarabs, and/or protecting plants susceptible to scarab damage.... | 08/27/2002 |
| 6426317 | Stable, high available halogen 1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-trione compositions having rapid dissolution rates Dry, stable, high available halogen sanitizing granular compositions with a rapid rate of dissolution comprising halogenated 1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triones and a dissolution accelerant that is an alkali metal salt of 1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-trione are disclose... | 07/30/2002 |
| 6340656 | Light, extruded compositions containing a light, extrudable, ceramic carrier, methods for their use, and processes for their preparation The present invention provides light, extruded compositions and methods for their preparation. The light, extruded compositions comprise at least one agricultural compound; a light, extrudable, ceramic carrier; and at least one surface active agent. The p... | 01/22/2002 |
| 6333054 | Topical, non-cytotoxic, antimicrobial hydrogel with thixotropic properties A thixotropic, non-cytotoxic, topical hydrogel that contains a proven safe and effective, broad spectrum, antimicrobial agent based on a unique electrolytically derived sodium hypochlorite solution.... | 12/25/2001 |
| 6174535 | Hydrated honey gel polymeric compositions and process for preparing same This invention deals with the delivery of liquid polysaccharides to a cosmetic and toiletry products. A unique formulation is prepared which permits the incorporation of honey into such cosmetic and toiletry products.... | 01/16/2001 |
| 5961995 | Cosmetic composition A cosmetic composition containing a hollow spherically shaped aluminosilicate, which is superior in sebum absorption, moisture control, and feeling of use and which has a natural finish.... | 10/05/1999 |
| 5948824 | Use of a chemical agent for reducing the changes in waistline and the effect of constipation due to the taking of other agents The invention relates to the use of a chemical agent of organic origin for reducing or eliminating changes in waistline or for reducing or eliminating constipation due to the taking of other agents. A preferred agent is a polyvinylpyrrolidone or povidone.... | 09/07/1999 |
| 5912267 | Pesticide formulations and process for the manufacture thereof The subject of the invention is an aqueous suspension containing: 0.1-20% by mass beta-cypermethrin, 0-40% by mass other pesticide substance, 1-10% by mass surface active substances in total and within this, 1-5% by mass ethoxylated polyaryl-phenol-phosph... | 06/15/1999 |
| 5846903 | Water dispersible granules of low melting point pesticides Water dispersible granules are prepared that contain low melting point pesticides and which are prepared by milling the pesticides with a first portion of finely divided filler and blending the milled mixture with a second portion of finely divided filler... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5846549 | Detergent cosmetic compositions comprising clay Novel cosmetic compositions intended for cleaning the hair, the scalp and/or the skin, based on detergent surfactants, silicone and clay are disclosed. These compositions may be used for example as shampoos or shower gels.... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5840320 | Method of applying magnesium-rich calcium montmorillonite to skin for oil and organic compound sorption A method of increasing the bulk density and improving the water-dispersibility, oil sorption capacity, and body dirt and oil removability by compacting and/or shearing a magnesium rich calcium montmorillonite clay. In an optional embodiment of the present... | 11/24/1998 |
| 5626878 | Reduction of electrostatic forces between magnesium trisilicate adsorbates A medicament adsorbate containing corn syrup having contained therein from about 10 to about 90% by weight of the adsorbate of a medicament drug a magnesium trisilicate having a surface area of at least 400 m2 /g and having a structure with mul... | 05/06/1997 |
| 5627135 | Suspension fomulations of 2,2-dibromo-3-nitrilopropionamide Stable, concentrated aqueous suspensions of 2,2-dibromo-3-nitrilopropionamide which contribute minimal chemical oxygen demand to systems treated therewith and methods of preparing and using said suspensions in biocidal applications have been discovered. T... | 05/06/1997 |
| 5571516 | Bath medicine A bath medicine is provided which comprises a water swelling gel of a natural or synthetic sodium montmorillonite or a composite of the water swelling gel and urea as the main component, and one or more components selected from among humectants, oils, fat... | 11/05/1996 |
| 5478552 | Liquid cosmetic composition A liquid cosmetic material having a viscosity of 100,000 cp or less is here disclosed which comprises trimethylsiloxysilicic acid, a volatile silicone, a sucrose fatty acid ester, and a member selected from the group consisting of silicic anhydride having... | 12/26/1995 |
| 5478568 | Butyrophenone transdermal compositions A butyrophenone transdermal composition which comprises the following components (a) to (f): (a) a water-soluble polymer which is constituted by a monomer containing, partly or wholly, aliphatic carboxylic acid having a polymerizable double bond or a salt... | 12/26/1995 |
| 5436218 | Agglomerates for reclaiming uncultivated soils comprising superabsorbent polymers and polybutadiene oil adhesive The invention relates to agglomerates which are permeable to gas, absorbs and stores liquids and comprises: A) a mineral carrier material, B) a water-insoluble polymer which absorbs and stores liquids, C) an adhesive and D) optionally appropriate additives and adju... | 07/25/1995 |
| 5427771 | Transparent cosmetic composition that reflects infrared radiation based on titanium dioxide flakes and its use for protecting the human epidermis against infrared radiation The invention relates to a transparent cosmetic composition that protects the human epidermis, containing, in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, by way of an agent that reflects infrared radiation, 0.5 to 10% by weight of titanium dioxide flakes of dimens... | 06/27/1995 |
| 5395851 | Tree wound coating composition A coating composition for application to tree wounds, such as pruning wounds of living trees is provided. The composition is non-phytotoxic and provides extended protection against fungal pathogens. The coating composition comprises a liquid carrier toget... | 03/07/1995 |
| 5288482 | Silicone containing lip care cosmetic composition A lipcare cosmetic composition containing as ingredients an emollient including castor oil, a wax, a suspending agent, a coloring agent, and as an additional ingredient, an organosilicon compound. The improvement resides in increasing the durability of li... | 02/22/1994 |
| 5219571 | Dermal formulation for granuloma annulare A dermatological formulation or topical preparation containing fine grain bentonite and a lipophilic agent is provided to treat granuloma annulare dermatosis of the skin.... | 06/15/1993 |
| 5202357 | Skin treatment composition A composition suitable for topical application to human skin comprises, in addition to a suitable vehicle an active ingredient which can control skin barrier functions. The active ingredient is (a) a long chain ω-hydroxy fatty acid or a carboxy-substitut... | 04/13/1993 |
| 5186935 | Insecticidal bait composition and method of making same An insecticidal bait composition and method of making same, the composition comprising between about 92.5% to 98% by weight of a member selected from the group consisting of diatomaceous silica, crushed clamshells and mixtures thereof, the diatomaceous si... | 02/16/1993 |
| 5085855 | Silicone based cosmetic product Cosmetic formulations comprising mixtures of a polysiloxane having a viscosity at 25° C. of from about 500 centistokes to about 1500 centistokes, cosmetic grade lanolin oil, lanolin wax, a gelling agent, hydrocarbon-derived polymers such as polybutene or... | 02/04/1992 |
| 5069912 | Method of treating spastic colitis A method of treating skin disorders, inflamatory conditions and certain internal infections and disorders by administering, either externally by topical application or internally through oral ingestion, an effective amount of a mixture of mineral compound... | 12/03/1991 |
| 5004749 | Concentrated aqueous solution of glutaraldehyde and 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one Concentrated aqueous solutions of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one are prepared by incorporating a buffering agent such that the pH of the solution is between about 3.0 and 7.0, and further adding a sufficient amount of glutaraldehyde such that a greater amount... | 04/02/1991 |
| 4968510 | Method of treating arthritis A method of treating skin disorders, inflamatory conditions and certain internal infections and disorders by administering, either externally by topical application or internally through oral ingestion, an effective amount of a mixture of mineral compound... | 11/06/1990 |
| 4950688 | Skin treatment composition A composition suitable for topical application to human skin comprises, in addition to a suitable vehicle and a perfume, an active ingredient which can control skin barrier functions. The active ingredient is (a) a long chain ω-hydroxy fatty acid or a ca... | 08/21/1990 |
| 4931274 | Composition for the effective treatment of scalp diseases that delivers magnesium adsorbed in alumina silicate clays to affected sites A composition for effectively treating dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis and scalp psoriasis comprising a combination of essential ingredients consisting of microfine particles of a clay mineral containing adsorbed magnesium, water, ethanol, sodium chloride... | 06/05/1990 |
| 4913898 | Hair treatment composition and method A method for treating hair with an aqueous clay-based conditioning composition that involves applying the composition to hair and exposing the hair to heat for a period of time sufficient to dry the composition to a hard and flaky state. The conditioning ... | 04/03/1990 |
| 4892727 | Cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical compositions containing a powder of sweet lupine seeds essentially free of alkaloids A cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical composition comprises in an appropriate support or vehicle, a powder of sweet lupine seeds essentially free of alkaloids.... | 01/09/1990 |
| 4861584 | Allergen absorbent and blocking aerosol composition An allergen absorbent and blocking aerosol composition for topical application to the skin comprises a highly activated organophilic clay of the smectite type, ion exchanged with a quaternary ammonium compound having aryl or alkyl groups in the range of f... | 08/29/1989 |
| 4847075 | Hydrated aluminum silicate adsorbent supporting reductive substance An absorbent prepared by supporting an organic or inorganic reductive substance on hydrated aluminum silicate is useful as a pharmaceutical or as an absorbent for precious metal complexes such as gold complex, silver complex and the like.... | 07/11/1989 |
| 4822600 | Infrared blocker A transparent or translucent composition for topical application to mammalian skin for protection from infrared rays comprising fumed silica admixed with conventional UV blockers as its principal active constituents.... | 04/18/1989 |
