EP1267816A1 - Utilisation de gomme de xanthane pour gelifier cio 2 et des especes apparentees - Google Patents

Utilisation de gomme de xanthane pour gelifier cio 2 et des especes apparentees

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EP1267816A1
EP1267816A1 EP00919356A EP00919356A EP1267816A1 EP 1267816 A1 EP1267816 A1 EP 1267816A1 EP 00919356 A EP00919356 A EP 00919356A EP 00919356 A EP00919356 A EP 00919356A EP 1267816 A1 EP1267816 A1 EP 1267816A1
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  • the present invention relates to the utilization of a gelling material whose special properties lend itself to the disinfection of skin and wounds using chlorine dioxide (ClO 2 ) and related species as disinfectant agents while overcoming the difficulties (related to instability) of extreme pH and high salt (especially chlorite) concentration. Furthermore the gel is resistant to oxidative attack by the active ingredients, namely chlorine dioxide and related species.
  • Gelling agents such as methyl cellulose, carbopol, acrylamide or tragacanth, on the other hand, begin as a powder. When the powder is mixed with water, dissolved polymers become interlaced or crosslinked and a semisolid results.
  • the second part at low pH, is gelled by hydroxyethyl cellulose (Natrosol) which is capable of gelling in the normal way but must be made thin in this case so as to match the low viscosity of part A.
  • the acid viscosity of the Part B mixture starts at about 800 cps and becomes lower in time.
  • a non- viscous final product for a teat dip may apparently be desirable, but could not be made more gel-like, if necessary, without an undue high percentage of the polysulfonic liquid.
  • Rheothik appeared to be the only reagent which could stabilize a gel containing sodium chlorite, apparently due to the high pH and oxidizing potential of the mixture.
  • the inherent stability of Rheothik seemed appropriate since polysulfonic acid is not oxidizable by ClO 2 " , or ClO 2 , as are most gels, especially organic gels.
  • Rheothik at high pH does not catalyze the release of ClO 2 from the dissolved ClO 2 ⁇ as do most other gels, organic or inorganic.
  • Chlorite is unstable in most situations and conditions, and is strongly effected by light, and heat, as well as pH, organics and trace metal ions. Handling of liquid sodium chlorite in tank cars, for example, was the subject of much research. The usual plastic liners in railroad cars are inadequate to ship chlorite. Protective liner materials such as polyethylene, polyurethane, most vinyls and epoxies, chloroethylene, 304 stainless steel, and all rubbers, are attacked by the chlorite. In this research, a particular composite of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic was finally chosen which was described as, "sufficiently resistant" for use as the rail car lining (from: Handling of Sodium Chlorite with Plastics: Development of a Liner for a Rail Car Tanker. L.M. Dobosy, T.J. Holmes).
  • U.S. patent no. 4,861,514 to Hutchings discloses a chlorine dioxide-containing composition at high pH (i.e. greater than 7.0 and preferably above about 11.0), comprising sodium chlorite and an initiator.
  • Hutchings contends that he utilizes a number of thickeners, including xanthan gum in the composition at high pH to initiate the formation of chlorine dioxide.
  • the initiator is used to react with and otherwise interact with the chlorite to produce chlorine dioxide.
  • Hutchings does not disclose a storage stable system based upon the inclusion of xanthan gum in combination with chlorite because such a system is incompatible with the teachings of Hutchings.
  • Hutchings fails to mention the desirability of utilizing xanthan gum in a storage stable two part A and B system, which provides for storage stability for both the chlorite (A) part and the acid (B) part. In addition, Hutchings fails to even mention the desirability of combining a two part system under acidic conditions to generate chlorine dioxide. Further, xanthan gum is not an initiator, and the present inventor utilizes xanthan gum for the opposite property of no chemical interaction. Objects of the Invention
  • the present invention relates to a storage stable chlorine dioxide generating composition
  • a chlorite-containing part (A) and an acid-containing part (B) said chlorite-containing part (B) comprising about 0.1% to about 5%, more preferably about 0.5% to about 2% weight of a water-soluble chlorite salt in solution and an amount of xanthan gum effective to gel said solution
  • said acid-containing part (B) comprising an amount of a protic acid in solution effective to produce an initial pH upon combining and mixing said parts A and B of less than about 5.5 and an amount of a gelling agent effective to gel said part B, said parts A and B being storage stable for a period of at least about 6 months.
  • the overall pH range of compositions according to the present invention ranges from less than about 1.8 to about 5.5, more preferably about 2.0 to about 4.5.
  • the pH ranges from slightly less than about 2.8 to about 5.0 (i.e., compatible with topical delivery to an animal or human or no less than about pH 2.5), preferably about 3.0 to about 4.5.
  • the initial pH (after initially combining the A and B parts) ranges from about 3.5 to about 4.5-5.0.
  • compositions according to the present invention generate a desired concentration of chlorine dioxide, of preferably at least about 5 parts per million (ppm) and preferably at least about 25 ppm of chlorine dioxide from chlorous acid within a period of no greater than about 15 minutes after mixing.
  • ppm parts per million
  • the amount of chlorine dioxide which is produced within the initial 15 minute period may be substantially greater than 5 ppm.
  • 1 part per million is equal to 0.0001% by weight.
  • Compositions which can produce concentrations of chlorine dioxide of 100 ppm or more are also contemplated by the present invention and are preferred.
  • the rate of chlorine dioxide production and the concentration of chlorine dioxide which is produced upon mixing of the A and B parts may be affected by the strength (pKa) and concentration of the acid used, the concentration of chlorite salt within part A, the absence or inclusion of a disproportionation agent or other agent which increases the rate of formation of chlorine dioxide, among other factors.
  • compositions according to the present invention may be used in various applications, including, for example, as topical biological disinfectants and pharmaceutical agents, primarily for use on the skin and to disinfect surfaces where it would be desired to disinfect such surfaces, such as surgical and medical equipment, equipment which comes into contact with food, among numerous other applications.
  • compositions according to the present invention which are to be used in topical skin applications (in animals, including humans), some briefly stated before: - Establishing a 2 gel system, one to be stable at a pH of about 12.5, and the second at a pH of preferably of about 1.9, and on a long term basis.
  • the mixed gels have an initial pH preferably of about 2.8-5.5, more preferably about 3-4, where both gels must be stable.
  • the gelling capacity in Part A should not be greatly effected by high salt or electrolyte concentration of the chlorite and its carbonate and hydroxide stabilizers.
  • Each gel should have a viscosity of at least about 500-1,000 cps, preferably at least about 2000 cps, more preferably about 2,000-15,000 and even more preferably about 20,000 to about 25,000 up to about 35,000 cps or more.
  • Each gel should be easily dispensed and easily mixed together in the palm of the hand. When applied topi cally to the skin, wound, or infection, the combined gel should not drip or run.
  • the gels should preferably be clear and non greasy. Transparency gives the look of purity. The clear gels also appear to sink into the skin faster.
  • the gel must be non-irritating, compatible with the skin and should not inhibit wound healing. It must leave little or no residue. The gel should not interfere with the disinfecting ability of the released ClO 2 and related oxidants (as do many wetting agents).
  • the gel in Part A pH 12.5, incorporating chlorite, ClO 2 " , must be resistant to oxidation on a long term basis. Also the gel must not catalyze the release of chlorine dioxide from the dissolved chlorite (as many metal ions and wetting agents will do).
  • both gels A & B should be stable for at least six months and preferably for over a year at room temperature and evidence little loss in viscosity, little change in pH, and little or no release of ClO 2 in the chlorite gel.
  • Methods of making a storage stable chlorine dioxide-containing composition utilizing xanthan gum and increasing the stability of a gelled chlorine dioxide generating composition comprising added an effective amount of xanthan gum to said composition are also contemplated by the present invention.
  • storage stable is used throughout the specification to describe two part gelled chlorine dioxide generating compositions according to the present invention which may be stored for periods of at least about three months, preferably at least about six months, more preferably at least one year and in certain cases as long as 18 months or longer at room temperature without appreciably affecting the ability of the composition when both parts are combined to generate of chlorine dioxide or lowering the viscosity of the compositions.
  • storage stable does not mean that compositions are actually stored for this period of time, merely that they are capable of being stored for such periods.
  • chlorite or "chlorite salt” is used throughout the specification to describe a salt of chlorite which is readily soluble in an aqueous system and which readily dissociates into chlorite anion and counterion (generally, metal).
  • chlorite anion and counterion generally, metal.
  • chlorite salts include sodium chlorite and potassium chlorite.
  • Acids for use in the present invention include strong inorganic acids such as hydrochloric, sulfuric and nitric acid, benzenesulfonic acid, among other organic sulfonic acids, which, depending upon the end-use of the composition, may be preferably included as dilute acid, organic acids such as citric, fumaric, glycolic, lactic, malic, maleic, tartaric acid, citric, propionic, acetic and mandelic, among others, including ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA, as the free acid or the monosodium salt), among others and inorganic acids such as sodium and potassium bisulfate (NaHS04 and KHS04) and phosphoric acid, among numerous others.
  • strong inorganic acids such as hydrochloric, sulfuric and nitric acid, benzenesulfonic acid, among other organic sulfonic acids, which, depending upon the end-use of the composition, may be preferably included as dilute acid, organic acids such as citric,
  • compositions according to the present invention may make use of virtually any acid, to the extent that it provides an initial pH, which when the chlorite-containing A part and the acid-containing B part are combined produce an initial pH of less than about 5.5.
  • acid-containing A part and the acid-containing B part are combined produce an initial pH of less than about 5.5.
  • One of ordinary skill will be able to readily determine the type and amount of acid to be used for a particular application.
  • chlorite part is used throughout the specification to describe the form in which an amount of a water soluble salt of chlorite either in dry or liquid state (preferably, as an aqueous solution) is added to the acid part.
  • the chlorite part (A) is added to the acid part (B) and preferably, both the chlorite part A and the acid part B are mixed together in an aqueous solution to which has been added effective amounts of gelling agents.
  • the term "acid part” is used throughout the specification to describe the form in which an amount of a water soluble low pKa acid either in dry or liquid state is added to the chlorite part.
  • the acid part (B) is premixed and is in the form of an aqueous solution which is combined with chlorite part (A) which is also preferably in the form of an aqueous solution to produce chlorine-dioxide generating compositions.
  • gelling agent is used throughout the specification to describe a compound or composition which is added to the present compositions in order to increase the viscosity of the composition.
  • Gelling agents which are used in the present invention may be added to the chlorite-containing part (A) or the acid-containing part (B) in amounts effective to gel the solution to which these compounds have been added.
  • xanthan gum is the only common carbohydrate (biocompatible) gelling agent found by the inventor to be able to withstand the high pH and oxidative strength of the solution to produce a gelled composition having a viscosity within the desired range of the present invention, i.e., of at least about 100-200 cps, preferably at least about 500 cps, more preferably at least about 1000 cps, still more preferably about 2,000-15,000, and even more preferably about 20,000 -25,000 up to 60,000 cps or more, depending upon the end use for which the composition is to be used.
  • the composition in the case of toothpastes, the composition will have a higher viscosity, preferably about 15,000- 60,000 cps or more. In the case of more liquid soaps or shampoos, the viscosity preferably will be between about 5,000 and 10,000 cps. In the case of teat dips, the viscosity may fall within the range of about 100 cps to about 1,000 cps or more.
  • gelling agents which may be added to part (B), these are acid stable gelling agents.
  • Gelling agents for use in the acid part (B) of the present invention include the preferred gelling agent, xanthan gum, as well as other relatively acid stable gelling agents such as natural and synthetic gelling agents including polysaccharides extracted from legume seeds, such as the galactomannans, including guar gum and locust bean (carob) gum.
  • Other gelling agents include high molecular weight polyoxyalkylene crosslinked acrylic polymers as well as the highly preferred cellulosics such as hydroxymethyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxyethyl cellulose, methyl cellulose, methylpropyl cellulose, among others, including high molecular weight polyethylene glycols, polyacrylamide gels and crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidones, among others.
  • the gelling agent in the acid-containing part B should be stable to pHs ranging from less than about 2 (even as low as 1.0, depending upon the acid used) to about 5.5 so that the gelling agent can be used in all formulations (including Parts A and B and the mixture of both).
  • xanthan gum is used throughout the specification to describe the gelling agent used in the chlorite-containing part A and is a preferred gelling agent used in the acid- containing part B of the two part compositions according to the present invention.
  • Xanthan gum is a complex carbohydrate produced by the bacterium, Xanthomonas campestris. It is comprised of xanthan gum repeat units. Each xanthan gum repeat unit contains five sugar residues: two glucose, two mannose and one glucuronic acid.
  • the polymer backbone of xanthan gum is made up of 1 ,4-linked ⁇ -D-glucose, which is identical to the structure of cellulose.
  • Xanthan has, in addition to a cellulose-like backbone, trisaccharide side chains on alternating anhydroglucose units. Each side chain contains a glucuronic acid residue between two mannose units. At most of the terminal mannose units is a pyruvate moiety. The mannose group nearest the main chain carries a single acetyl group at C-6.
  • the molecular weight of xanthan gum may range from about 1,000,000 (preferably, at least about 2,000,000) dalton units to above about 50,000,000 dalton units per polymer molecule. The differences may be due to polymer chain association. It is noted that certain processed xanthan gum may obtain molecular weights outside of the above-described weight ranges.
  • Xanthan gum is available from a number of commercial sources including the Kelco Division of Merck & Co., Inc., San Diego, California, Chicago, Illinois and Clark, New Jersey, USA and Shin-Etsu Biochem, Inc., San Diego, California, among other suppliers and available under the tradenames KELTROL (as well as KELTROL T, TF, F, BT, GM, RD and SF), KELZAN, KELFLO and others.
  • KELTROL is the xanthan gum product used in compositions according to the present invention.
  • gel composition or "gel” is used to describe an aqueous composition according to the instant invention which includes an amount of a gelling agent effective for gelling the composition, i.e., to obtain a viscosity of at least about 500 cps, preferably at least about 1000 cps, more preferably about 2,000-15,000, and even more preferably about 20,000 up to about 25,000 cps or more.
  • Gel compositions are preferred for topically delivering chlorine dioxide to a site in need of disinfection or chlorine dioxide therapy.
  • the amount of a gelling agent included in the aqueous chlorine dioxide generating compositions according to the present invention ranges from about 0.05% to about 5-6% (or more) by weight of the composition, with a preferred amount of gelling agent falling within the range of about 0.5%) to about 4%, even more preferably about 1% to about 4%o by weight.
  • the term "effective amount" is used throughout the specification to describe a minimum amount, quantity or concentration of a component, i.e., an acid, chlorite salt, gelling agent, or other component or additive such as a disproportionation agent which is included in a composition to produce or generate an intended effect, e.g., a concentration of chlorine dioxide or to gel the composition for its use as a topical composition.
  • effective amount when used to describe the acid is used to describe that amount of acid, either in dry or liquid form which, when combined with chlorite in solution, will produce an initial pH of below about 5.5, preferably about 1.8 to about 4.5, even more preferably about 2.6 to about 4.5, and even more preferably about 3 to about 4.2. Soap and toothpaste formulations will be at the higher pHs of these ranges.
  • the present invention relates to a storage stable chlorine dioxide generating composition
  • a chlorite-containing part (A) and an acid-containing part (B) said chlorite-containing part (B) comprising about 0.1 % to about 5%, more preferably about 0.5%> to about 3.0%, even more preferably about 1% to about 2% by weight of a water-soluble chlorite salt in solution and an amount of xanthan gum effective to gel said solution
  • said acid-containing part (B) comprising an amount of a protic acid in solution effective to produce an initial pH upon combining and mixing said parts A and B of less than about 5.5 and an amount of a gelling agent effective to gel said part B, said parts A and B being storage stable for a period of at least about 6 months, more preferably for at least a year or more (in certain cases, the compositions according to the present invention may be storage stable for periods of at least 18 months to 24 months or even longer).
  • a two-part composition is contemplated as is the combined composition which contains a mixture of A
  • the initial pH of compositions which comprise mixtures of a chlorite-containing part A and an acid-containing part B according to the present invention ranges from less than about 1.8 to about 5.5, more preferably about 2.0 to about 4.5.
  • the pH ranges from slightly less than about 2.8 to about 5.0 (i.e., compatible with topical delivery to an animal or human or no less than about pH 2.5), preferably about 3.0 to about 4.5.
  • the initial pH (after initially combining the A and B parts) ranges from about 3.5 to about 4.5-5.0. It is noted that the initial pH will tend to increase over time, but will generally stay within the range of an acidic pH and generally, less than about 5.5.
  • Preferred compositions according to the present invention generate a desired concentration of chlorine dioxide, of at least about 1 part per million (ppm) and preferably at least about 5 ppm of chlorine dioxide from chlorous acid within a period of no greater than about 15 minutes after mixing.
  • the amount of chlorine dioxide which is produced within the initial 15 minute period may be substantially greater than 1 ppm or 5 ppm, even as high as several hundred parts per million or more.
  • the rate of chlorine dioxide production and the concentration of chlorine dioxide which is produced upon mixing of the A and B parts may be dramatically affected by the strength (pKa) and concentration of the acid used, the concentration of chlorite salt within part A, the absence or inclusion of a disproportionation agent or other agent which increases the rate of formation of chlorine dioxide, among other factors.
  • Chlorous acid is unstable and disproportionates yielding chlorine dioxide: 2) 5HClO 2 — > 4ClO 2 + HC1 + 2H 2 O
  • gel compositions according to the present invention in the 3-4 pH range kill all bacteria within one minute, much faster than just ClO 2 alone, it is possible that a chlorous acid/chlorine dioxide complex is formed. This may be the reactive complex producing the extraordinary speed of microorganism deactivation. At too high or too low a pH the ideal ratio of chlorous acid to chlorine dioxide may be lost, with a concomitant reduction in disinfectant activity. A large amount of ClO 2 in the gel does not kill bacteria faster, and in fact may be detrimental in this regard. Too much ClO 2 may also be irritating when applied to a wound.
  • xanthan gum can be used as an effective gelling agent alone to produce a storage stable part A for use in the present invention.
  • the pH of part A preferably ranges from about 10.5-14.0 or higher, preferably about 11.0 to about 13.0-14.0, even more preferably about 12.5.
  • a high pH is maintained in Part A because high pH stabilizes the chlorite. For this reason, chlorite solution is shipped by the original producer at about this pH.
  • Some gelling materials are fairly resistant to ClO 2 and ClO 2 " , but none of these, however, will gel at high or low pH, or high salt content.
  • Carbopol and acrylamide both non-cellulose gels, are resistant to oxidation but will not gel at pH 2 and 12.5.
  • Inorganic Veegum a magnesium aluminum silicate gel, and silicon dioxide gels, release chlorine dioxide when in contact with the chlorite. Alginate and agar are particularly prone to oxidation, sometimes giving off acid fumes.
  • PVA gels are oxidized as well, by chlorite. When gelling ClO 2 " , tragacanth gum is not stable above pH 9.
  • xanthan gum It was a surprise to find a common and inexpensive gelling agent, xanthan gum, that fullfills all the chemical and physical requirements cited previously. This discovery is all the more surprising since the xanthan gum molecule has a repeat unit that consists of a cellulose backbone with a trisaccharide side chain, the presence of the cellulose backbone being associated with instability in other gelling agents. Previous experience would indicate that strong oxidizing agents like persulfates, peroxides, and hypochlorites depolymerize xanthan gum. However, the present inventor has found xanthan gum to be suprisingly stable when gelled with chlorite. Evaluations of the gel after 10 months showed that pH and viscosity were reduced only slightly. In the acid part B, there was no change detectable at all. In addition, no ClO 2 was released from the chlorite, part A.
  • xanthan gum provides protection from oxidation and high pH of the chlorite-containing part A.
  • Most industrial gums are derived from botanical sources.
  • Xanthan gum is a microbial polysaccharide, produced in a fermentation process from the bacterium, Xanthomonas campestris.
  • xanthan's polymer contains a cellulose group similar to methyl cellulose or hydroxymethyl cellulose, apparently the cellulose backbone is protected by its unique side chains when exposed to acids, alkalis, and to chlorite. This gives xanthan gum its superior stability compared to other polysaccharides.
  • the amount of xanthan gum used in the chlorite-containing part A typically ranges from about 0.05%> to about 5%>, more preferably about 0.2% to about 3%> by weight, and for most skin and wound application it is about 2%, resulting in about a viscosity of about 20,000 cps.
  • xanthan gum is preferably used as the gelling agent and the same weight range of xanthan gum may be used in the part B composition as in the part A composition.
  • the amount of xanthan gelling agent may be from about 0.2%) to 1.3%o.
  • a toothpaste is more viscous with a concentration of about 2.5%> xanthan.
  • the concentration of sodium chlorite in the final composition is about 0.1 % to about 5%o or more, but preferably ranges from about 0.5%o to about 2%>, more preferably about 0.5%> to about 1% within this range.
  • the pH of the gel containing chlorite (part A) is generally greater than 1 1 and preferably from about 11.5 to 12.5 or even higher.
  • the pH of the acid, in part B for example will range from about 1.5 to about 5.5%, with a preferred range of about 2.0 to about 4.5, even more preferably within the range of about 2.2 to about 3.5.
  • Any number of acids may be used in the present invention and the particular acid chosen and the concentration of such acid will determine the pH of a solution into which such acid will be added.
  • the pH of a phosphoric acid solution will usually fall between about 1.8 and 3.0.
  • the pH of the resulting composition may preferably be between about 2.8 and 4 for skin and wound disinfection.
  • the xanthan dual gel system can be formulated into a toothpaste, into a soap, and also into a disinfectant shampoo.
  • disinfectant gels which are used on surfaces to be disinfected are also contemplated by the present invention.
  • the separate gels of parts A and B can conveniently be dispensed from an epoxy type syringe which may be fitted with a small mixing tube at the end. It is also possible to dispense the gels from a tube or bottle with 2 containers within, and then 2 streams are released with one stroke or squeeze.
  • compositions according to the present invention may include at least one or more additive selected from the group consisting of disproportionation agents (including, for example, aldehyde disproportionation agents) as well as a number of additives which are commonly used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations including surfactants, emollients, wound healing agents, lubricants, film-formers, diluents, fillers, humectants, fragrances, flavorings and skin penetrants.
  • disproportionation agents including, for example, aldehyde disproportionation agents
  • additives which are commonly used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations including surfactants, emollients, wound healing agents, lubricants, film-formers, diluents, fillers, humectants, fragrances, flavorings and skin penetrants.
  • additives include, for example, surfactants such as sodium lauryl sulfate, Nacconol" 11 , and poloxamer” 11 (polyoxypropylene/polyoxyethylene block copolymer), among numerous otherss, such as lanolin and glycerol monostearate, among others, glycerine, propylene glycol and ethyl alcohol.
  • surfactants such as sodium lauryl sulfate, Nacconol" 11 , and poloxamer” 11 (polyoxypropylene/polyoxyethylene block copolymer), among numerous otherss, such as lanolin and glycerol monostearate, among others, glycerine, propylene glycol and ethyl alcohol.
  • surfactants such as sodium lauryl sulfate, Nacconol" 11 , and poloxamer” 11 (polyoxypropylene/polyoxyethylene block copolymer), among numerous otherss, such as lanolin
  • compositions according to the present invention utilize glycerine in effective amounts (ranging from 0.5%o to about 20-25% or more, more preferably about 20% by weight). Fragrances may also be advantageously employed in amounts ranging from about 0.01% to about 1%> by weight or more, although a number of fragrances tend to be oxidizable. Skin penetrants may also be employed to quickly dissolve the active ingredients and enhance the effect of topically administered chlorine dioxide by enhancing their skin penetration.
  • a toothpaste formula according to the present invention can incorporate titanium dioxide fine powder or other polish powders for better tooth cleaning.
  • the soap and shampoo should best have wetting agents or detergents that foam and lather especially well because ClO 2 tends to prevent foaming.
  • ClO 2 releasing gel mixture would produce excellent disinfection, cleansing and deodorizing.
  • the pH would be about 5 to 5.5 in these applications to more closely simulate the pH of the skin.
  • the present invention clearly represents an unexpected result in comparison to the teachings of the prior art.
  • the closest prior art, the '514 patent describes a chlorine dioxide containing composition comprising sodium chlorite and an "initiator" which promotes the release or formation of ClO 2 .
  • the composition described in the patent is a "thickened, one part, chlorine dioxide cleaner” (10-58).
  • the viscosity of the described composition in about 1 week is between 100 and 300 cps (table I, IV, and VII), and is a slightly viscous, free flowing solution, rather than a gel.
  • the patent utilizes many common gelling agents, and perfumes, but as a ClO 2 initiator, it also mentions xanthan gum.
  • xanthan gum when incorporating chlorite is the only gelling agent that is stable in both viscosity and pH, and releases no ClO 2 over time.
  • the present discovery is particularly unexpected in light of the teachings of the '514 patent. It is noted here that the inventor of the '514 patent probably did not realize that xanthan gum alone among the number of "initiators” was not an initiator at all, but actually was stable to chlorite salt. It is believed that the inventor of the '514 subject matter could not easily have determined whether certain compounds are "initiators” or not, since at a pH below 10 (as in compositions described in his patent) chlorite would not be stable under normal conditions, alone or in combination with other chemicals.
  • the present invention uses xanthan successfully as the gelling and stabilizing agent for the synthesis of a viscous chlorite gel.
  • This gel moreover, may contain a much higher concentration of active ingredient, chlorite, than in the '514 patent. This is clearly an unexpected result.
  • the preferred viscosity of xanthan gum containing compositions ranges from about 20,000-25,000 cps rather than about 200 in '514.
  • the gel of the present invention is not to be used alone as is the '514 composition, but instead is mixed with the acid Part B to release substantial quantities of ClO 2 .
  • the pH of our chlorite gel is at least about 1 1.0, preferably about 12.5, well above the 9.6 shown in '514.
  • the concentration of ClO 2 in our activated gel is preferably at least about 5 ppm, more preferably at least about 100 ppm, even more preferably about 125 ppm or more, versus the 2 parts per million preferred in the '514 patent (7-9).
  • the viscosity of our xanthan gel has little bearing on the release of chlorine dioxide, such release (as shown in equation 1) depending heavily upon the initial pH of the mixed two part composition A + B.
  • the active chlorite ingredient according to '514 can control the release of chlorine dioxide (7-16).
  • our xanthan chlorite gel remains stable, and both pH and viscosity do not appreciably change even with a chlorite active ingredient level of 2% or higher.
  • An exception to the statement that chlorite is unstable below 10.5 pH is a chlorite product available commercially known as "stabilized chlorine dioxide". It is a liquid chlorite complex with a pH of about 8, and the compound is in this case, stable.
  • the chlorite molecule is complexed with sodium carbonate peroxide (patent 3,271,242) , and then heavily buffered just above pH 8. There is no chlorine dioxide available in "stabilized chlorine dioxide” under normal use conditions. A strong acid at pH 1 or below is necessary to release chlorine dioxide from the buffered complex.
  • This novel chlorite compound is mostly used as a mouthwash, and although the chlorite has oxidizing ability itself, there is no chlorine dioxide involved in the cleaning or deodorizing process.
  • Glycerine is added as a skin protectant to the composition.
  • Nacconol is a preferred wetting agent.
  • Glutaraldehyde is added as a disproportionation agent to catalyze the release of ClO 2 so that the gel may be used immediately upon mixing parts A and B.

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L'invention concerne des compositions de bioxyde de chlore géliffiées contenant de l'eau, un acide, un sel de chlorite soluble dans l'eau et un agent gélifiant en deux parties A et B. L'agent gélifiant est une gomme de xanthane ou un mélange de gomme de xanthane et d'agents gélifiants stables en présence d'acide. Les compositions de l'invention sont stables à l'entreposage pendant au moins 3 mois, de préférence pendant au moins 6 mois, voire environ un an.
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