| abstract |
An antimicrobial agent is provided which is essentially free of antimicrobial actives, comprising an alkyl phosphate anionic surfactant comprising at least one proton donor and a mono alkyl phosphate having the formula:n n n n n n n n Wherein R 1 is a saturated or unsaturated straight or branched alkyl group having from about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms, x is a number from 0 to about 20, and R 2 and R 3 are independently hydrogen, an alkali metal or an alkane All amines. This formulation may be incorporated into wet wipes or various other personal care products, such as cosmetic tissues, bath tissues or feminine hygiene products, or may be incorporated into lotions or soaps that can be used directly on the skin. The antimicrobial agents of the present invention have been surprisingly found to have high activity against numerous bacteria and other microorganisms. |