Antimicrobial compositions containing cationic active ingredients and quaternary sugar derived surfactants
AssigneeEcolab USA Inc.
InventorsDaniel E. Pedersen, Angela R. Eder, Charles A. Hodge
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Abstract
The antimicrobial composition of the present invention comprises a cationic active ingredient, a quaternized sugar-derived surfactant, and an optional foam boosting surfactant. These formulations have a high cidal activity in a short amount of time and provide stable copious foam. The formulations of the present invention also exhibit enhanced tissue (e.g. skin) compatibility as defined by an in vitro whole toxicology assessment method.
Claims50
An antimicrobial hard surface cleaner composition comprising:
- (a) a cationic active ingredient;
- (b) a quaternized sugar-derived surfactant;
- and
- (c) water or other suitable diluent.
A method of reducing bacterial, microbial, fungicidal or viral population on a hard surface, the method comprising by contacting the hard surface with an antimicrobial composition for a sufficient time to provide substantial bacteria, microbial, fungicidal or viral reduction, the antimicrobial composition comprising:
- (a) a cationic active ingredient;
- (b) a quaternized sugar-derived surfactant;
- and
- (c) water or other suitable diluent.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.