The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published patent application US20260083648A1, filed by Dr. Squatch, LLC. This application describes deodorant compositions, particularly those formulated as stick deodorants. Key components include beeswax, starch, a deodorant agent, and specific esterified and triglyceride oils, with a requirement that at least 95% of the composition consists of natural or naturally-derived ingredients. The application was filed on May 9, 2025, and published on March 26, 2026.

This publication represents a new patent application and does not impose immediate regulatory obligations. However, companies in the personal care and cosmetics sector, particularly those manufacturing deodorants, should be aware of this patent filing as it may impact future product development and intellectual property landscapes. No compliance actions are immediately required, but monitoring patent filings is standard practice for innovation-driven industries.