MX2008007989A - Combination air sanitizer, soft surface deodorizer/sanitizer and hard surface disinfectant - Google Patents

Abstract

An improved combination air sanitizer, soft surface sanitizer, soft surface deodorizer and hard surface disinfectant is disclosed. The preferred active ingredient for the air sanitization and soft surface odor treatment functions is triethylene glycol (TEG). The preferred active ingredient for soft surface sanitization and hard surface disinfection functions is a mixture of various alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium saccharinates. The formulation may be provided in an aerosol spray form and is useful for sanitizing and removing bacteria and malodorant molecules from the air as well as disinfecting hard surfaces. A unique combination of corrosion inhibitors is disclosed for convention steel or tin-plated steel cans. A single produce can be used as an air sanitizer/air freshener, a soft surface sanitizer, a soft-surface odor remover/reducer and, a hard surface disinfectant.

Description

COMBINATION OF AIR H IGNITIONER. DEODORIZING / HYGI IN THE LIFTING OF YOUR PE RF ICIES BLANAS DAS AND DESIN FECTING YOUR HARD PERFICITIES Technical Field A combination of air sanitizer, deodorant / soft surface sanitizer and hard surface disinfectant is described, which provides the novel combination of triethylene glycol as air sanitizer and soft surface deodorant, and an alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate, as a sanitizer. of hard surfaces and disinfectant of hard surfaces. A method is also described for sanitizing the air, sanitizing soft surfaces, treating odors on soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces, with a single formulation. Description of the Related Art Spray air sanitizers are known by aerosol. However, the active ingredients in the aerosol air sanitizers, currently available, vary. A family of products is based on glycols, the most popular of which is triethylene glycol, the active ingredient in the family of OUST® products sold by S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc., the assignee of this application. It is known that triethylene glycol (TEG) kills certain aerial bacteria. That TEG is also safe to use in aerosol sprayers. Ethanol is typically used as a cosolvent with water, to increase volatility.

The use of sanitization and disinfection here is consistent with the Disinfectant Science and Technology Section (D IS-TSS) of the Environmental Protection Agency, No. 01, 08, 1 1 and 1 3 (http: //www.epa. gov / oppad001 /sciencepolicy.htm). In short, for hard surfaces, the term "disinfection" refers to the complete death of all bacteria on a test surface, while the term "sanitization" refers to the less than complete death of the bacteria that There is a test surface Disinfection is not associated with air treatment or with products for the treatment of soft surfaces, rather the term sanitization and the separate requirements of the EPA for air are used (DIS-TSS 1 1 ) and certain soft surfaces, such as carpets (DIS-TSS-08) Deodorants for soft surfaces are also known The term "soft surfaces" will be used here to refer to the description of carpets, upholstery and other fabrics that are porous , as opposed to hard, non-porous surfaces, such as kitchen top covers A family of soft-surface deodorants sold under the FEBREZE® brand are based on the use of ethanol, in combination with cyclodextrins, a material derived from corn. In addition to selling it for use as a deodorant for fabrics, upholstery and carpeting, these cyclodextrin products have also been sold for use as refreshers or air deodorizers.

Instead of killing bacteria, such as TEG, cyclodextrins have a toroidal structure with a hydrophilic exterior and a hydrophobic interior. The hydrophobic interior gives cyclodextrins the unique ability to trap malodorous compounds within the toroidal structure, thus leaving the malodorous compounds undetectable by the human sense of smell. Another approach to the treatment of odors on soft surfaces utilizes water soluble / dispersible polymers, which are taught in U.S. Patent No. 6,445,876. In contrast to cyclodextrins, which entrap or cage the odor causing molecule, within the cyclodextrin toroid, as discussed above, the water soluble / dispersible polymers of the '876 patent trap the odor-causing molecule forming a film that covers the molecule that causes the smell. The film is formed when the solvent or carrier evaporates. The residual polymeric film provides a barrier to contain the odor causing material on the soft surface, preventing it from being released into the surrounding environment, and being detected by the consumer's sense of smell. Both the cyclodextrin products and the film-forming polymer products leave a residue after the solvent or carrier evaporates. Additionally, neither cyclodextrins nor film-forming polymers have antimicrobial properties. The currently available disinfectant sprays are directed primarily to the sanitization or disinfection of hard (ie non-porous) surfaces. Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate, in combination with ethanol, is a popular family of compounds for disinfecting hard surfaces. Other known disinfectants include n-alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chlorides and n-alkyldimethylethylbenzylammonium chlorides. These compounds are not intended to eliminate aerobic bacteria or treat soft surfaces; but rather they are intended to disinfect hard surfaces. Other antimicrobial agents, such as those indicated in Block, S., Disinfection, Sterilization and Preservation, Read & Febiger (1983) include: chlorine and chlorine compounds; iodine and iodine compounds; phenolic compounds, alcohols, hydrogen peroxide and other oxidizing disinfectants; chlorhexidine, nitrogen compounds, surfactants, such as quaternary ammonium compounds, acid-anionic compounds, amphoteric compounds, inorganic and organic mercurials, silver and silver-containing compounds, heavy metals other than mercury and silver. In the class of quaternary ammonium salts, Block cites the monoalkyltrimethylammonium salts, the monoalkyldimethylbenzyl ammonium salts, the dialkyldimethylammonium salts and the heteroaromatic ammonium salts. In addition, it is known that the polysubstituted quaternary ammonium salts, the bis-quaternary ammonium salts and the polymeric quaternary ammonium salts have disinfecting properties.

Therefore, products containing TEG are primarily intended to sanitize air and products containing disinfectant (eg, alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates) are primarily intended to disinfect hard surfaces. Products that contain cyclodextrin are intended to cool the air and treat odors on soft surfaces. Film-forming products treat odors and soft surfaces only. At present, there is no aerosol or spray formula to clean the air, treat odors in the air, treat the odors of soft surfaces, sanitize soft surfaces and disinfect hard surfaces. While products available today can be used for both purposes, their effectiveness is limited to a single purpose. Specifically, aerosol sprays containing glycol are excellent for deodorizing and sanitizing air, but do not disinfect hard surfaces. Sprays containing cyclodextrin are effective in removing odors on soft surfaces, such as upholstery, carpets, and clothing, but are not particularly useful in removing odors from the air. Because cyclodextrins and film-forming polymers cage, trap or coat malodorous compounds, they are typically not used with hard surface disinfectants, since they are intended to remain on the soft surface indefinitely or until cleaned. or wash the surface. In contrast, the products that Containers are useful on hard surfaces, but are not effective in sanitizing or removing odors from air or soft surfaces. Additionally, consumers tend to confuse the purposes of the products described above. Specifically, consumers may believe that a disinfectant spray, intended for hard surfaces, is actually effective in removing odors from the air or sanitizing the air when it is not. Therefore, the consumer uses an aerosol spray of disinfectant in the air with limited or adverse results. Additionally, a consumer can use an air sanitizer, such as one containing glycols, on hard surfaces, and believe that it is actually disinfecting those surfaces when, in fact, the disinfecting properties of an air sanitizer are very limited. Thus, the use of an air sanitizer and an air freshener on a hard surface, such as a surface for preparing food, may leave the consumer with the impression that the surface has been sanitized to prepare food, when it has not been. Accordingly, a combination of air cleaner / hard surface deodorizer / soft surface sanitizer / hard surface disinfectant is not currently available and is needed. By combining multiple functions, cooling / sanitizing the air, refreshing / sanitizing soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces, the consumer could purchase a product for three tasks. important, thus saving the consumer's money and conserving storage space in the home. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION An improved formulation is provided for sanitizing air, killing aerobic bacteria, deodorizing and sanitizing soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces. The formulation can be provided in the form of an aerosol spray or in the form of a spray pump. In a refining, the active ingredient for air sanitation and the treatment of odors on soft surfaces is triethylene glycol (TEG) and an active ingredient for the cleaning of soft surfaces and the disinfection of hard surfaces is saccharinate of alkyldimethylbenzylammonium. However, other glycols, such as dipropylene glycol and / or propylene glycol, may be used in place of or in conjunction with, the TEG. Other "quaternary" or quaternary ammonium salts may be used in place of or in addition to the alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate. As the formulation is preferably supplied as an aerosol spray, and therefore, is provided in a metal can with a spray nozzle, the formulation also preferably includes at least one corrosion inhibitor. A combination of monopotassium and dipotassium phosphates is provided. It is even more preferred that the combination of monopotassium and dipotassium phosphates be supplemented with potassium nitrite. Of course, dew sprays that do not go aerosol would not require inhibition of corrosion, as they are provided in plastic containers with spray pump. Alternatively, a combination of monosodium and disodium phosphates can be used in place of, or in combination with, potassium phosphates. More preferably, the combination of monosodium phosphate and disodium phosphate can be supplemented with sodium or potassium nitrite. In short, potassium or sodium phosphates or mixtures of potassium and sodium phosphates and nitrites can be used to inhibit corrosion. As another alternative, ammonium phosphates and / or ammonium nitrite can be used or can be combined with the inhibitors discussed above. However, ammonium nitrite is explosive and, therefore, presents handling problems. The tripotassium and trisodium phosphates could be used and neutralized at an acceptable pH with an acid, such as phosphoric acid. This strategy would reproduce the action of mono- and di-potassium / sodium / ammonium phosphates, which was discussed above. As another alternative, inhibition of corrosion can be provided by borax (Na2B207.H20) alone or in combination with sodium nitrite or with one or more of the other inhibitors discussed above. In another refinement, a short-chain monohydric alcohol, with water, is used as a cosolvent. Isopropanol, butanol, ethanol and propanol can be used. In yet another refinement, spray mist includes at least minus one hydrocarbon propellant. In another refinement, the formulation also comprises a fragrance. As regards the active ingredient disinfectant of hard surfaces, the alkyldimethyl benzylammonium saccharinate can be selected from the group consisting of dimethyl benzylammonium saccharinates of 4.1 and 1.6 carbon atoms. In another refinement, alkyldimethyl-l-benzylammonium saccharinate comprises a mixture of alkyl saccharinates of 1 4, 1 2 and 1 6 carbon atoms-dimethylbenzylammonium. In a further refinement of this concept, the mixture of alkyl saccharinates of 1 4, 1 2 and 16 carbon atoms-dimethylbenzylammonium consists essentially of about 50 weight percent saccharinate of C 14 -alkyl dimethylbenzylammonium, about 40 weight percent saccharinate of 1 to 2 carbon atoms-dimethylbenzylammonium and about 10 weight percent saccharinate of 1 to 6 carbon atoms-dimethylbenzylammonium. Other suitable disinfectants include: a mixture of dialkyldimethylammonium chloride and n-alkyldi methylbenzyl ammonium chloride; a mixture of n-alkyldimethylbenzyl chloride and n-alkyldimethyl (ethylbenzyl) chloride; a mixture of carbide and didecyldimethylammonium bicarbonate; and a solution of n-alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride in water. In relation to the properties of odor treatment and sanitation of soft surfaces, it will be noted first that the quaternary ammonium salt, i.e.

Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium acts as a sanitizer in a soft surface environment. Odor treatment is obtained by TEG. Specifically, without wishing to be bound by any theory, it is believed that agglomerations of TEG, one or more solvents and the fragrance on the soft surface can be formed. When the odor-causing materials come in contact with these agglomerations, the odor-causing materials in the agglomeration are dissolved, thereby reducing the partial vapor pressure of the odor causing material. As the TEG remains in liquid form, no dry residue is apparent or visible. In summary, a formulation described to sanitize air, eliminating or killing aerobic bacteria present in the air, to sanitize soft surfaces, treating odors present on soft surfaces, and to disinfect hard surfaces, comprises triethylene glycol, at least one saccharinate of alkyldimethylbenzylammonium, water and a short chain monohydric alcohol.

A preferred aerosol formulation comprises from about 3 to about 10 percent by weight of triethylene glycol; from about 0.05 to about 1 weight percent of at least one alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate; from about 10 to about 40 weight percent water; from about 30 to about 70 weight percent of an alcohol, propellant, fragrance, and at least one corrosion inhibitor. A preferred formulation for rolling pump comprises from about 3 to about 10 percent by weight of triethylene glycol; from about 0.05 to about 1 weight percent of at least one alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate; from about 60 to about 80 weight percent water; from about 35 to about 70 weight percent of an alcohol; propellant, fragrance and the rest, water. A method for sanitizing the air, treating odors on a soft surface, sanitizing the soft surface and disinfecting a hard surface, comprises providing the aerosol or spray formulation described above; spray the formulation in the air; spray the formulation on the soft surface and spray the formulation on the hard surface. Other advantages and aspects of the methods and methods described will be set forth in the following detailed description of the currently preferred modalities. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS One embodiment of an aerosol product, packaged in a can not susceptible to corrosion and, therefore, does not need corrosion inhibitors in the formulation, is shown in Figure 1, which is a view in front section of a can of an aerosol made according to one modality. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE CURRENTLY PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS The preferred combination of air sanitizer / soft surface sanitizer / soft surface odor controller / hard surface disinfectant, in aerosol spray formulations, includes deionized water, ethanol, triethylene glycol (TEG), ONYXI DE 3300 ™ ((20 percent by weight solution) of alkyl saccharinate (50 percent of 14 carbon atoms, 40 percent of 1 2 carbon atoms, 10 percent of 16 carbon atoms) -dimethylbenzylammonium, monopotassium phosphate, dipotassium phosphate, potassium nitrite, fragrance and hydrocarbon propellant Non-aerosol formulations do not include propellant, phosphates or nitrite, as shown in example 5. The combination of potassium phosphates and potassium nitrite may vary.The potassium nitrite can be eliminated (compare examples 1 and 2.) One of the potassium phosphates can be eliminated.The phosphates and nitrites of the potassium can be replaced. potassium by sodium phosphates and nitrites, as shown below in Examples 3 and 4, and mixtures of potassium and sodium corrosion inhibitors can be used.These three ingredients are used as corrosion inhibitors. at example 7, sodium benzoate and triethanolamine may also be used as corrosion inhibitors, together or with one or more of the potassium or sodium inhibitors discussed herein. Ethanol is a preferred cosolvent and increases the solubility of the quaternary ammonium salt and fragrances. Other short chain and low molecular weight monohydric alcohols can replace ethanol or can be combined with it. Suitable alcohols include, but are not limited to: propanol, isopropanol (see examples 6 and 8) and butanol. Example 1 % by weight Description Chemical name / trade name 33. 65% Solvent Deionized water 37.56% Solvent (fragrance and quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.12% Air / Treater hygienizer TEG (odor) for oily surfaces 0.20% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl ( 50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.02% Corrosion inhibitor / KH2P04, monopotassium phosphate regulator 0.18% Corrosion inhibitor / K2HP04) dipotassium phosphate regulator 0.12% Inhibitor of corrosion KN02, potassium nitrite 0.15% TAKASAGO ™ fragrance blend RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 20.00% hydroon propellant A-57 (propane / isobutene); B-52 (butane / propane / isobutene). 100.00% Example 2% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name . 65% Solvent Deionized water 37.68% Solvent (solution for fragrance and quaternary Ethanol) 6. 12% Air sanitizer Triethylene glycol (TEG) 0.20% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl (50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.02% Corrosion inhibitor / KH2P04 , monopotassium phosphate regulator 0. 8% Corrosion inhibitor / K2HP04, dipotassium phosphate regulator 0.1 5% fragrance mixture TAKASAGO ™ RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 20.00% hydroon propellant A-57 (propane / isobutene); B-52 (butane / propane / isobutene). 100.00% Ex e p p or 3% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name 33. 65% Solvent Deionized water 37.68% Solvent (fragrance and quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.12% Air sanitizer Triethylene glycol (TEG) 0.20% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl (50% C14l 40% Ci2, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.02% Corrosion inhibitor / NaH2P04, monosodium phosphate regulator 0.18% Corrosion inhibitor / Na2HP04, disodium phosphate regulator .15% TAKASAGO ™ fragrance mix RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 20.00% hydroon propellant A-57 (propane / isobutene); B-52 (butane / propane / isobutene). 100.00% Example 4% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name 33. 65% Solvent Deionized water 37.56% Solvent (fragrance and quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.12% Air / Treater sanitizer (TEG) odor treatment for soft surfaces 0.20% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl (50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.02% Corrosion inhibitor / NaH2P04, monosodium phosphate regulator 0.18% Corrosion inhibitor / Na2HP04, disodium phosphate regulator 0.12% Corrosion inhibitor NaN02, nitrite sodium 0.15% TAKASAGO ™ fragrance blend RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 20.00% hydroon propellant A-57 (propane / isobutene); B-52 (butane / propane / isobutene). 100.00% Example 5% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name 55. 97% Solvent Deionized water 37.56% Solvent (fragrance and quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.12% Air / Treater hygienizer TEG (odor) for soft surfaces 0.20% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl ( 50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.15% fragrance mixture TAKASAGO ™ RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 100.00% Example 6% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name 55-17% Solvent Deionized water 37.56% Solvent (solution for fragrance and quaternary isopropanol) 6.12% Air / Treater sanitizer TEG (odor) for soft surfaces 1.00% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl (50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium 0.15% fragrance mixture TAKASAGO ™ RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 100.00% Example 7% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name 13. 53% Solvent Deionized water 63.43% Solvent (fragrance and quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.00% Air / Treater Treatment TEG (odor) for soft surfaces 0.09% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl ( 50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.02% Corrosion inhibitor / Na2B407.H20, borax regulator 0.1% Corrosion inhibitor NaN02, sodium nitrite 0.15% fragrance mixture Fragrance oils 16.5% propellant of hydrocarbon 100.00% Example 8% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name . 00% Solvent Deionized water 7. 58% Solvent (solution for Isopropanol Fragrance and Quaternary) .8% Solvent ethanol .12% Air / Treated Sanitizer Triethylene Glycol (TEG) odor treatment for soft surfaces .20% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl (50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.1% Corrosion inhibitor Triethanolamine (HOCH2CH2) 3N 0.2% Corrosion inhibitor Sodium benzoate C7H302Na 20.00% hydrocarbon propellant 100.00% Example 9% Weight Description Chemical name / trade name 13. 53% Solvent Deionized water 63.46% Solvent (Fragrance and quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.00% Air / Treater Treatment TEG (TEG) odor treatment for soft surfaces 0.09% Quaternary (ONYXIDE 3300 ™ disinfectant, (saccharinate for hard surfaces) alkyl ( 50% C14, 40% C12, 10% C16) - dimethylbenzylammonium) 0.1% Corrosion inhibitor / Triethanolamine (HOCH2CH2) 3N 0. 2% Corrosion inhibitor Sodium benzoate C7H502Na 0.15% TAKASAGO ™ fragrance mix RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 16.47% hydrocarbon propellant A-57 (propane / isobutene); B-52 (butane / propane / isobutene). 100.00% Example 10% by weight Description Chemical name / trade name . 00% Solvent Deionized water 63.55% Solvent (Fragrance and Quaternary Ethanol solution) 6.00% Air / Tissue Hygienizer Triethylene Glycol (TEG) odor determination for soft surfaces 0.30% Quaternary (BTC 2125 disinfectant, n-chloride mixture for hard surfaces) alkyldimethylbenzyl and n-alkyldimethyl (ethylbenzyl) chloride 0.15% TAKASAGO ™ fragrance mixture RK1428; IFF 1401 HBA; Firmenich SJ 446138 20.00% hydrocarbon propellant A-57 (propane / isobutene); B-52 (butane / propane / isobutene). 100.00% Water and short chain alcohol serve as co-solvents. The use of ethanol, isopropanol, propanol or butanol facilitates the solubilization of the disinfectant / sanitizer of soft surfaces, that is, the alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates, as well as the fragrance, which is typically a mixture of fragrance oils. The alcohol content may vary from 25 to 50 weight percent; more preferable, from about 35 to about 45 weight percent. The water content is preferably on the scale of the alcohol content for the aerosol mode, and consequently, it can also vary between about 25 and about 50 weight percent, or preferably, about 30 about of 40 percent by weight. Deionized water is preferred for both the aerosol formulations and the spray pump formulations. The air hygienizer / odor reducer for soft surfaces is preferably the TEG. The content of TEG can vary from about 3 to about 10 weight percent; more preferably, from about 4 to about 8 weight percent. The structure of the TEG is presented below: Triethylene glycol TEG is a straight chain glycol and, although it is liquid at room temperature, it can be effectively used in an aerosol or in a pump sprayer. It has been found that TEG is capable of killing aerobic bacteria thereby destroying the odors and health risks associated with them. The use of TEG to control odors extends to odors embedded in soft surfaces, such as carpets, upholstery, curtains, clothing, bedding, etc. When the composition is applied, a layer or agglomeration is formed within the surface substrate bl anda, very close to the sources of bad odor. When the odor causing molecules come into contact with the agglomeration, they dissolve in the agglomeration and their effective vapor pressure is suppressed. Many components of bad odors (thiols, amines, acids, sulphites, etc.), have a very low coefficient of air / solvent division (Henry's constant), which confirms the ability to suppress odors in a broad spectrum, TEG. In summary, the components of bad odors have a greater affinity to agglomerate with the TEG than the air, thus reducing the vapor pressure and perception by the sense of human smell. The glycols, in general, are reactive with many organic compounds. Triethylene glycol is prepared commercially by oxidation of ethylene at elevated temperatures, in the presence of silver oxide, to produce ethylene oxide. The ethylene oxide is then hydrated to produce mono-, di-, tri- and tetraethylene glycols. TEG is a colorless, odorless, non-volatile and hygroscopic liquid. Its two hydroxyl groups and its two ether ligatures contribute to its high solubility in water, its hygroscopicity, its solvent properties and its reactivity with numerous organic compounds that cause odors. The TEG is substantially less toxic than the polyethylene glycol (DEG). In addition to the TEG, dipropylene glycol and / or propylene glycol instead of, or in conjunction with, the TEG. The following is the structure of an alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate: Dimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate wherein R represents the alkyl group of alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate. A convenient source of said quaternary ammonium compound is ONYXI DE ™ 3300, sold by Stepan Company, 22 Frontage Road, Northfield, I L 60093 (www.stepan .com). A particularly preferred formulation includes a mixture of three variations of the alkyl group: 50 weight percent of 1 4 carbon atoms, 40 weight percent of 1 2 carbon atoms and 1 0 weight percent of 1 6 carbon atoms . Of course these percentages may vary and still remain within the spirit and scope of this description. The mixture of alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates described is an effective algicide and microbiocide. The alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate mixture described above is an effective quaternary germicide. Optionally, polymeric quaternary ammonium salts, which are based on the above structures, are also useful.

Additionally, other quaternary ammonium salts, such as the alkyl dimethylbenzylammonium chlorides, can be used. Other suitable disinfectants include: a mixture of dialkyldimethylammonium chloride and n-alkyldiylmethylbenzylammonium chloride, sold under the trademark BARADAC ™ 205M by Lonza (www.lonza .com); a mixture of n-alkyldimethylbenzyl chloride and n-alkyldimethyl (ethylbenzyl) chloride, sold under the trademark BTC21 25M by Stepan (www.stepan .com); a mixture of didecyldimethylammonium carbonate and didecyldimethylammonium bicarbonate, sold under the trademark CARBOQUAT ™ by Lonza; and a solution of n-alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride in water, sold under the trademark FM B-451-5, also by Lonza. One or more corrosion inhibitors are used to prevent corrosion to the aerosol can. Dipotassium phosphate (K2H P04) is useful both as a corrosion inhibitor and as a regulator. Dipotassium phosphate can be used alone or in combination with monopotassium phosphate (KH2P04). Disodium phosphate (Na2HP04) is also useful, both as a corrosion inhibitor and as a regulator, and can replace dipotassium phosphate. Monosodium phosphate (NaH2P04) can also be used instead of or in addition to monopotassium phosphate. The combination of dipotassium phosphate alone or alone or dipotassium and monopotassium phosphate and / or sodium, has been found to be increased by the presence of another corrosion inhibitor in the form of potassium nitrite (KN02) and / or nitrite. sodium (NaN02). Consequently, the presence of dipotassium phosphate or phosphate Disodium can vary from 0.1 to 1.0 percent by weight, more preferably, between 0.1-5 and 0.25 percent by weight. A suitable pH scale for these salts is from about 7 to about 1, with a preferred scale being from about 8 to about 1 0. The amount of dipotassium phosphate or disodium phosphate can be reduced if an amount is used. small monopotassium phosphate and / or monosodium phosphate, as shown further in Examples 1 and 4. If used, monopotassium phosphate and monosodium phosphate need only be present in small amounts; but its presence can vary from about 0.01 to about 1.0 percent by weight; more preferable, about 0.02 weight percent. If used, potassium nitrite can be present in amounts ranging from about 0.01 to about 1.0 percent by weight; more preferable, from about 0.07 to about 0.1 5 weight percent. Additionally, to achieve the same objectives, the inhibitor may also be in situ with potassium hydroxide and phosphoric acid or with sodium hydroxide and phosphoric acid. Monopotassium / monosodium phosphates may be added in amounts exceeding that of dipotassium / disodium phosphates, to create regulatory systems ranging from acidic to alkalpH values, ranging from about 5 to about 10, preferably from about 7 to around 9 .. Ammonium and / or ammonium nitrite phosphates can also be used or can be comb with corrosion inhibitors discussed above. However, ammonium nitrite is explosive and, therefore, presents handling problems. Tripotassium and trisodium phosphates could also be used and could be neutralized at an acceptable pH with an acid, such as phosphoric acid. Triethanolamwith sodium benzoate or with one or more other inhibitors discussed above is a less preferred alternative for inhibiting corrosion. As another alternative, corrosion inhibition can be provided with borax (Na2B407, H20), alone or in combination with sodium nitrite or with one or more other inhibitors discussed above. Other suitable corrosion inhibitors include MONACOR BE, AM P-95, triethanolam/ sodium benzoate, triethanolam/ sodium nitrite, a combination of 2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol and 95 percent sodium benzoate borax (5M) alone or in combination with sodium nitrite, HOSTACOR 2732, SANDOCORI N 81 60, ELFUG IN AKT Liquid 300, tris (hydroxymethyl) amnomethane, or combinations thereof. For the hydrocarbon propellant it has been found that certain mixtures of propane and / or isobutene and / or butane are effective. Various other combinations of propellers can be used. While surface disinfectants should have large particle sizes and low pressure propellants to moisturize the surface and minimize the rebound of the formula, air sanitizers should provide relatively small particles or droplets to promote evaporation of the TEB and reduce to the minimum the fall, what it is typically achieved with high pressure propellants. The high pressure propellers also allow a faster and better distribution of the formula through the air space. Additionally, quaternary-based surface disinfectants must contain certain amounts of water for the Quaternary to activate. However, water contributes to larger particle or droplet sizes, which is not appropriate for air sanitizers. To meet these conflicting criteria, combinations of propane and sobutane (series A) or propane, isobutane and n-butane (series B) are used. The numbers 57 and 52 in the previous examples refer to the equilibrium pressure of gas with respect to the liquid, (in pounds per square inch) at 21 ° C. Figure 1 illustrates an aerosol can or conta 10, of three pieces, for a product that does not include a corrosion inhibitor. The product does not need a corrosion inhibitor because the 1 0 (1) can is made of aluminum; or (2) is made of steel or tin-coated steel, having an interior 1 3 coated with a protective polymer or with a plastic layer 1 4. As shown, the 1 0 can is a three-piece construction , with a bottom 1 5, a body portion 16 and an upper portion 1 7. It will be noted that aluminum aerosol cans typically have a one-piece construction, and that two-piece steel cans or cans are available. steel cans lined with tin, with a bottom 1 5 and a body / upper portion 1 6, 1 7; and both are within the scope of this description. Those who have experience in the field know which obtainable polymers can easily serve as a protective coating. Certain polyethylenes, polypropylenes and polyethylene tetrafluorides are just a few examples. Both the aluminum can alternative and the protective coating avoids the need to use corrosion inhibiting agents, but with a significant increase in packaging costs. Although only certain modalities have been pointed out, alternative modalities and various modifications will be apparent, based on the previous description, for those who have experience in the subject. These and other alternatives are considered equivalent and within the spirit and scope of this description and the claims that follow.

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1. CLAIMS 1. A formulation for sanitizing air, sanitizing soft surfaces, treating odors embedded in soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces, the formulation comprising: a glycol, selected from the group consisting of triethylene glycol (TEG), dipropylene glycol, propylene glycol and mixtures thereof; a quaternary ammonium salt; and a plurality of corrosion inhibitors, comprising: a first corrosion inhibitor, selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate, disodium phosphate, diammonium phosphate and mixtures thereof; a second corrosion inhibitor, selected from the group consisting of monopotassium phosphate, monosodium phosphate, monoammonium phosphate and mixture thereof; and a third corrosion inhibitor, selected from the group consisting of potassium nitrite, sodium nitrite, ammonium nitrite, and mixtures thereof.
2. 2. The formulation according to claim 1, wherein the quaternary ammonium salt is an alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate. 3. The formulation according to claim 1, wherein the glycol is TEG. 4. The formulation according to claim 1, wherein the first corrosion inhibitor is dipotassium phosphate and the Second corrosion inhibitor is monopotassium phosphate and the third corrosion inhibitor is potassium nitrite. 5. The formulation according to claim 4, further comprising ethanol. 6. The formulation according to claim 5, further comprising water. The formulation according to claim 6, further comprising at least one hydrocarbon propellant. 8. The formulation according to claim 7, further comprising fragrance. 9. The formulation according to claim 2, wherein the alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate is selected from the group consisting of C14 alkyl, C2, and C6-dimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates. The formulation according to claim 2, wherein the alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate comprises a mixture of C14, C2 alkyl and C16-dimethylbenzyl ammonium saccharinates. eleven . The formulation according to claim 10, wherein the mixture of C 14, C 12 alkyl and C 16 -dimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates consists essentially of about 50 weight percent saccharinate of C 4 alkyl dimethylbenzylammonium; about 40 weight percent saccharinate of C1-C2-dimethylbenzylammonium alkyl and about 1.0 weight percent of saccharinate of C16-di-methylbenzylammonium alkyl. 1 2. An aerosol formulation to sanitize air, sanitize soft surfaces, treat odors embedded in soft surfaces and disinfect hard surfaces; the formulation comprising: from about 3 to about 10 percent by weight of triethylene glycol; from about 0.1 to about 1 weight percent of at least one alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate; from about 00 to about 40 weight percent water; . from about 30 to about 70 weight percent of an alcohol; and a plurality of corrosion inhibitors, comprising: a first corrosion inhibitor, which is selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate, disodium phosphate, diammonium phosphate, and mixtures thereof; a second corrosion inhibitor, which is selected from the group consisting of monopotassium phosphate, monosodium phosphate, monoammonium phosphates and mixtures thereof; and a third corrosion inhibitor, selected from the group consisting of potassium nitrite, sodium nitrite, ammonium nitrite, and mixtures thereof.
3. 3. The formulation according to claim 12, wherein the mixture of alkyl saccharinates of C1-4, C1-2 and C1 6- dimethylbenzylammonium consists essentially of about 50 weight percent alkylaminate saccharinate of C1-dimethylbenzylammonium, about 40 weight percent C12-dimethylbenzylammonium alkyl and about 1.0 weight percent Ci6-dimethylbenzylammonium alkyl. 1 4. A method for sanitizing air, sanitizing soft surfaces, treating odors embedded in soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces with a single formulation; the method comprising: providing a formulation comprising a glycol selected from the group consisting of triethylene glycol (TEG), dipropylene glycol, propylene glycol, and mixtures thereof; and a quaternary ammonium salt; spray the formulation in the air; spray the formulation on a soft surface; and spray the formulation on a hard surface. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: allowing the formulation to be absorbed into the soft surface and contacting the malodor disposed within the soft surface; allow the composition to form agglomerations within the soft surface; and allow the malodors disposed on the soft surface to be absorbed within the agglomerations. 1 6. The method according to claim 1 4, in the that the formulation further comprises: a plurality of corrosion inhibitors, including: a first corrosion inhibitor that is selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate, disodium phosphate, diammonium phosphate and mixtures thereof; a second corrosion inhibitor that is selected from the group consisting of monopotassium phosphate, monosodium phosphate, monoammonium phosphates and mixtures thereof; and a third corrosion inhibitor, selected from the group consisting of potassium nitrite, sodium nitrite, ammonium nitrite, and mixtures thereof. 7. The method according to claim 1, wherein the quaternary ammonium salt is an alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharide. 1 8. The method according to claim 1, wherein the glycol is TEG. 19. The method according to claim 1, wherein the first corrosion inhibitor is dipotassium phosphate and the second inhibitor is monopotassium phosphate and the third corrosion inhibitor is potassium nitrite. The method according to claim 17, wherein the alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinate comprises a mixture of C 4 alkyl, C 12 alkyl and Ci 6 -dimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates. twenty-one . The method according to claim 20, in the that the mixture of saccharinates of C 1 4 alkyl, C 1 2 and C 16 -dimethylbenzylammonium consists essentially of about 50 weight percent saccharinate of C 1 4 -dimethylbenzylammonium alkyl; about 40 weight percent alkylated saccharinate of C1 2 -dimethylbenzylammonium and about 1.0 weight percent saccharinate of Ci 6 -dimethylbenzyl ammonium alkyl. 22. A method for sanitizing air, sanitizing soft surfaces, treating odors embedded in soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces with a single formulation, the method comprising: providing an aerosol formulation comprising from about 4 to about 10 percent by weight of triethylene glycol; from about 0.1 to about 1 weight percent of at least one alkyldimethylbenzyl ammonium saccharinate; from about 10 to about 40 weight percent water; from about 30 to about 70 weight percent of an alcohol; and a plurality of corrosion inhibitors including a first corrosion inhibitor that is selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate, disodium phosphate, diammonium phosphate and mixtures thereof; a second corrosion inhibitor that is selected from the group consisting of monopotassium phosphate, monosodium phosphate, monoammonium phosphate, and mixtures thereof; and a third corrosion inhibitor, selected from the group consisting of potassium nitrite, sodium nitrite, nitrite of ammonium, and mixtures thereof; spray the formulation in the air; spray the formulation on a soft surface; allow the composition to form agglomerations within the soft surface; allow malodors arranged on the soft surface to be absorbed in the agglomerations; and spray the formulation on a hard surface. 23. An aerosol product for sanitizing air, sanitizing soft surfaces, treating odors embedded in soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces, the product comprising: a pressure aerosol container, having an interior not susceptible to corrosion by an aqueous solution to pressure contained in it; the pressurized aqueous solution comprising: from about 3 to about 10 percent by weight of a glycol selected from the group consisting of triethylene glycol, dipropylene glycol and propylene glycol; from about 0.1 to about 1 weight percent of at least one quaternary ammonium salt; Water; an alcohol; and propeller. 24. The product according to claim 23, wherein the container is formed of aluminum. 25. The product according to claim 23, wherein the container has an interior surface coated with a protective polymer. RES U M E N An improved combination of air sanitizer, soft surface sanitizer, soft surface deodorizer and hard surface disinfectant is described. The preferred active ingredient for the functions of air sanitation and odor treatment on soft surfaces is triethylene glycol (TEG). The preferred active ingredient for the functions of sanitizing soft surfaces and disinfecting hard surfaces is a mixture of various alkyldimethylbenzylammonium saccharinates. The formulation can be provided in the form of an aerosol spray, and is useful for sanitizing and eliminating bacteria and molecules that cause the bad smell of the air, as well as for disinfecting hard surfaces. A unique combination of corrosion inhibitors for conventional steel or tin-coated steel cans is disclosed. A single product can be used as an air freshener / air freshener, a soft surface sanitiser, an odor remover / reducer on soft surfaces, and a hard surface disinfectant.