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Formula: Pet Cleaning Spot & Litter Box Deodorizing Spray

Written by Bill McClure | Jun 30, 2024 12:00:00 PM

Formulators and brand managers, use Itaconix's formula to create high-performance plant-based Pet Cleaning Spot & Litter Box Deodorizing Spray.

Description: Fast acting pet spot and litter spray with excellent odor neutralization using Itaconix® ONZ™ 400.

Ingredients:

Ingredient Function wt%
DI water Diluent 92.4%
Itaconix® ONZ™ 400 Odor neutralizer 5.0%
Cocamidopropyl betaine surfactant Gentle surfactant for oil and dirt removal 2.0%
Alcohol ethoxylate surfactant Boosts release and stain removal 0.5%
Essential oil or fragrance Adds scent to the product 0.1%
Sodium hydroxide 10% pH adjuster q.s.

 

Directions:

  • Add water to a clean vessel with mixing
  • Add with mixing Itaconix® ONZ™ 400. Mix until solution is clear and homogeneous
  • Add cocamidopropyl betaine while mixing
  • Add alcohol ethoxylate while mixing
  • Add sodium hydroxide 10wt% dropwise until pH is 7.0
  • Add fragrance with mixing
  • Mix until the solution is clear and homogeneous

Plant-Based Content: 55-90% based on ingredient selection

Product Properties:

  • Appearance: Clear slightly yellow liquid
  • pH: 7.0
  • Viscosity: Water-like (10 cP)

Usage: Use on spots or litter box as a spray on ready-to-use application.

Potential Label Claims:

  • Fast and extended odor neutralization
  • Makes stains disappear
  • Permanently eliminates odors
  • Safe for carpets, pets and children 
  • Keeps pets from peeing in the same spot
  • Clear, odorless and non-staining
  • Safe for people, pets, plants and the planet