The present invention relates to new, highly efficient anti-microbial compositions comprising essential oils, metal ions, organic acids and detergents. Bacteria-containing samples treated with the complete synergistic disinfecting composition according to the invention (A or B or C or D+O) do not show any living cell colonies, indicating that under these conditions all microorganisms were killed. Thus it is proven that the synergistic mixtures of the compounds according to the invention show a very effective antimicrobial effect.

The present invention relates to new, highly efficient anti-microbial compositions comprising essential oils, metal ions, organic acids and detergents. Bacteria-containing samples treated with the complete synergistic disinfecting composition according to the invention (A or B or C or D+O) do not show any living cell colonies, indicating that under these conditions all microorganisms were killed. Thus it is proven that the synergistic mixtures of the compounds according to the invention show a very effective antimicrobial effect.

The present invention relates to preservation of meat products. In particular new additives are provided for effective inhibition or prevention of bacterial outgrowth in meat products. The present inventors found that a combination of carvacrol and a cationic surfactant was effective in the inhibition or prevention of bacterial outgrowth in meat products. The combinations, more in particular, proved to be effective at levels that do not result in significant effects on the flavor and/or taste of the products. The present inventors furthermore found that treatment of meat products with the combinations of this invention had a favorable effect on the visual appearance (color) of the meat products. The present invention provides preservative compositions, the use of thereof as well as the meat products containing them.

Compositions and methods for controlling fleas and/or ticks are provided herein. Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to at least provide a new plant based formulation that controls both fleas and ticks, while being safe for pets and humans. It is also an object of the present invention to at least provide a formulation that is entirely biodegradable. It is still another object of the present invention to provide a formulation which minimizes the need for repeat application by maintaining its effectiveness over a period of time beyond the initial application for flea and tick control.

Compositions and methods for controlling fleas and/or ticks are provided herein. Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to at least provide a new plant based formulation that controls both fleas and ticks, while being safe for pets and humans. It is also an object of the present invention to at least provide a formulation that is entirely biodegradable. It is still another object of the present invention to provide a formulation which minimizes the need for repeat application by maintaining its effectiveness over a period of time beyond the initial application for flea and tick control.

Compositions and methods for controlling fleas and/or ticks are provided herein. Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to at least provide a new plant based formulation that controls both fleas and ticks, while being safe for pets and humans. It is also an object of the present invention to at least provide a formulation that is entirely biodegradable. It is still another object of the present invention to provide a formulation which minimizes the need for repeat application by maintaining its effectiveness over a period of time beyond the initial application for flea and tick control.

A laminate including a substrate, an antibacterial agent-containing layer on a surface of the substrate, and a moisture triggering layer on the antibacterial agent-containing layer is provided, wherein the antibacterial agent-containing layer contains a volatile antibacterial agent, and the moisture triggering layer contains a hydrophilic polymer such as polyvinylpyrrolidone. The laminate releases a relatively larger amount of anti-bacterial agent in vapor form in a humid environment in comparison with a dry environment.

A laminate including a substrate, an antibacterial agent-containing layer on a surface of the substrate, and a moisture triggering layer on the antibacterial agent-containing layer is provided, wherein the antibacterial agent-containing layer contains a volatile antibacterial agent, and the moisture triggering layer contains a hydrophilic polymer such as polyvinylpyrrolidone. The laminate releases a relatively larger amount of anti-bacterial agent in vapor form in a humid environment in comparison with a dry environment.

The present invention disclosed herein is directed to a natural pest repellent composition and the method for producing such a composition. The composition comprises a mixture herb oils, citrus oils, and wood oils safe for human and pet topical use to repel pests. The composition includes organic and natural materials and is capable of repelling pests such as insects, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, bed bugs, and ticks. The oil extracts from the herbs, citrus, and wood release a repelling agent to discourage the pests. The present invention provides a natural eco-friendly repellent that is pleasant smelling to humans. The present invention is distinctly different from prior art because it does not contain any synthetics, water, or alcohol in the composition.

The present invention disclosed herein is directed to a natural pest repellent composition and the method for producing such a composition. The composition comprises a mixture herb oils, citrus oils, and wood oils safe for human and pet topical use to repel pests. The composition includes organic and natural materials and is capable of repelling pests such as insects, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, bed bugs, and ticks. The oil extracts from the herbs, citrus, and wood release a repelling agent to discourage the pests. The present invention provides a natural eco-friendly repellent that is pleasant smelling to humans. The present invention is distinctly different from prior art because it does not contain any synthetics, water, or alcohol in the composition.