Patent Picks—Pawpaw Anti-irritant, Degradation Sensor, Fenugreek Saponins and More

By: Rachel L. Grabenhofer

Posted: July 10, 2012

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Stabilized body care products, household products, textiles and fabrics
US Patent 8216596
Publication date: July 10, 2012
Assignee: BASF SE

This patent explains how certain sterically hindered amine salt compounds can provide outstanding protection against light-induced fading of home and personal care products. Disclosed are stabilized body care products, household products, textiles and fabrics that comprise said sterically hindered compounds, wherein dyed products and articles are effectively stabilized against color degradation.

Ultrasonic treatment chamber for preparing antimicrobial formulations
US Patent 8215822
Publication date: July 10, 2012
Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc.

Described in this patent is an ultrasonic mixing system having a treatment chamber in which antimicrobial agents, particularly hydrophobic antimicrobial agents, can be mixed with one or more formulations. Specifically, the treatment chamber includes a housing through which a formulation and antimicrobial agents flow longitudinally from a first and second inlet port to an outlet port. An ultrasonic waveguide assembly extends within the housing and is operable at a predetermined ultrasonic frequency to energize the formulation and antimicrobial agents within the housing.

Anti-infective methods and systems for treating pathogen-induced disordered tissues
US Patent 8217080
Publication date: July 10, 2012
Inventors: RB Johnson