A method for reducing malodour includes the step of providing a solid composition including one or more cucurbiturils and derivatives and/or analogues thereof suspended in and/or bound by a thermoplastic and/or a thermosetting polymer medium, wherein the source of the malodour is external.

The present invention relates to a solid pressed air freshener and odor neutralizer composition which can include greater than 10% fragrance. The air freshener comprises a fragrance; preferably the fragrance is impregnated within a water soluble substrate made from a foamed vegetable starch, a surfactant and a solidifier. The solid formulations break down easily in the presence of water and may be sprayed, within the area to be freshened.

The present invention concerns a solid polymeric material impregnated with a volatile organic substance (such as a perfume, an odour-masking agent or an insecticide) and a solvent comprising a C.sub.10-C.sub.18 monoester of C.sub.1-C.sub.8 alkyl that helps improve the rate of infusion of the volatile organic substance in the material and the diffusion profile of same. It also concerns a method for producing this material, and the uses of same for perfuming or deodorising the atmosphere, the body or laundry or as an insect repellent or insecticide. The invention also concerns a perfuming or deodorising product, an insect repellent or an insecticide comprising the above-mentioned material.

A deodorizing attachment for a fan includes a plate having an adhesive backing and a plurality of open-faced cups being disposed upon a face opposite the backing. Each cup has a mesh cover with each cup being configured to removably secure a unit of an air freshener.

A scent sampler and air freshener has a wafer of an absorbent resilient material infused with a liquid containing a scent. The wafer is encapsulated in a chamber formed between two panels of sheet material with edges sealed together to form an envelope. An opening in one of the panels enables scent from the liquid to be emitted to the ambient atmosphere. The rate of emission can be increased by squeezing the panels to compress the wafer. The interior surfaces of the panels can be coated with a barrier film to prevent leakage of the liquid from contaminating the sheet material.

The present invention relates to a solid pressed air freshener and odor neutralizer composition which can include greater than 10% fragrance. The air freshener comprises a fragrance; preferably the fragrance is impregnated within a water soluble substrate made from a foamed vegetable starch, a surfactant and a solidifier. The solid formulations break down easily in the presence of water and may be sprayed, within the area to be freshened.

A delivery device is for intermittently delivering materials such as liquids or gels over a sustained period of time to a surface in a controlled way. The surface mountable delivery device is capable of delivering, an antimicrobial agent to protect surfaces from microbial contamination and/or to disinfect surfaces, e.g. door handles, push plates, hand rails, etc. as an aid in preventing and/or hindering the spread of infectious agents. The device uses a vertically lapped nonwoven material as the storage medium for the liquid or gel like materials within the device. A non-wicking liquid mediating layer to controls transfer of liquid from a reservoir to a contact surface of the device to minimize liquid losses. An elastomeric contact liquid delivery layer is optimized for printability. Use of physical features at the device contact surface prevents pore occlusion on user contact and aids flow of liquid to the contact user.

The volatile substance evaporation device comprises a casing (1) provided with an evaporation surface (2), said casing (1) housing inside it a substrate (3) impregnated with said volatile substances, wherein said substrate (3) is a sheet which preferably comprises a plurality of grooves. It allows the device to have a similar diffusion value for a specific air flow and for a considerable internal temperature of the vehicle, thus ensuring continuous evaporation.

A cork potpourri display of randomly oriented scented corks, within a transparent packaging having a vent to allow the scent to escape the packaging. The corks contain markings from their source, presenting an attractive display while also serving to provide a pleasant smell.

An airflow fan accessory comprising an accessory having a scented fabric and a fastening mechanism located along the outer edge of the scented fabric. In a preferred embodiment, the accessory may be easily attached to and detached from the fan blade enclosure of any typical airflow fan. Upon air flow through the fan and airflow fan accessory, a pleasant scent may be imparted to the room via release of scent from the scented fabric component.