Clorox patented an animal litter with composite particles of powdered sodium bentonite and activated carbon, reducing dusting and clump size. The litter’s particle size distribution of 16/50 mesh enhances absorbency by at least 40% compared to traditional litters. GlobalData’s report on Clorox gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Clorox, Thermoplastic elastomer laminates was a key innovation area identified from patents. Clorox's grant share as of February 2024 was 60%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Animal litter with sodium bentonite and activated carbon composite

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: The Clorox Co

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11918969B2) discloses an innovative animal litter formulation designed to enhance absorbency and reduce dusting. The litter comprises composite particles consisting of powdered sodium bentonite and powdered activated carbon agglomerated together, with a particle size ranging from about 300 µm to 1180 µm. This unique composition results in an absorbency level at least 40% higher than traditional litter products within the 425 µm to 2360 µm particle size range.

Furthermore, the patent includes a variation of the animal litter, which combines granular clay material with the composite particles. The composite particles, comprising powdered sodium bentonite and powdered activated carbon, are present in the blend at 20 to 50% by weight, while the granular clay material, such as granular sodium bentonite, makes up the remaining 50 to 80%. This blend also demonstrates an absorbency level significantly surpassing conventional litter products, showcasing the innovative approach to improving litter performance and efficiency in managing pet waste.

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