US Patent 7153493 Clear oral compositions containing potassium salt

The subject invention provides compositions useful in oral cavity, comprising an effective amount of a soluble potassium salt, a sodium (C2–C24) alkylsulfate in an amount effective to remove or loosen debris and/or stains from a surface, and a polar surfactant, said surfactant comprising a hydrophobic portion selected from a (C6–C30) alkyl group and a polymeric silicone group, wherein the molar ratio of the surfactant to the sodium (C8–C24) alkylsulfate is greater than or equal to about 1:1. The subject invention also provides a mint flavoring that does not comprise a substantial amount of menthol, said mint flavoring being either a dementholated natural mint extract or a synthetic blend.