Textile Color and Tone Enhancement System

Publication ID: 24-11857660_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Textile Color and Tone Enhancement System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857660_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857660_0007_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,660.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel system for enhancing the appearance of fibers in textile production, leveraging the core technology of the original hair color toning composition to impart color and tone to textiles.

Background and Problem Solved

The textile industry faces challenges in achieving consistent and vibrant colors on various fibers. The original patent's hair color toning composition, while effective for hair, has limitations in its applicability to textile production. The new inventive concept addresses this gap by adapting the core technology to create a system for enhancing the appearance of keratinous substrates in textile production.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The textile color and tone enhancement system comprises at least one amino acid, at least one carboxylic acid, monoethanolamine, and at least one textile coloring agent. This composition is designed to interact with fibers, imparting color and/or tone while maintaining the integrity of the textile substrate. The system can be applied through various methods, including finishing treatments, printing, or dyeing, to achieve customized patterns and colors.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of the original hair color toning composition to the textile industry, which is non-obvious and unexpected given the original patent's focus on hair care. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the core technology to address the specific challenges of textile production, resulting in a system that is uniquely suited for enhancing the appearance of fibers.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different amino acids, carboxylic acids, or textile coloring agents to achieve specific color and tone effects. Variations could also involve the incorporation of additional components, such as UV stabilizers or softening agents, to enhance the overall performance of the system.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The textile color and tone enhancement system has significant commercial potential in the textile industry, particularly in the production of high-end fashion fabrics, upholstery, and technical textiles. The system's ability to achieve customized colors and patterns could also open up new opportunities in the field of digital textile printing.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K8/466
A A61 A61K8/41
A A61 A61K8/44
A A61 A61Q5/10
A A61 A61K2800/432

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,660
TitleCompositions for imparting color and tone to the hair
Assignee(s)L'OREAL