Fabric softener composition
US4772403A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 1985 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11D3/0015
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Stable aqueous fabric softening compositions based on water-dispersible cationic fabric softeners such as the di-long chain, di-short chain quaternary ammonium salts are provided using synergistic proportions of fatty alcohols to enhance the softening performance. Both concentrated and ready-for-use formulations can be prepared. The active ingredients concentration in the concentrated formula is generally in the range of 11 to 20% by weight while for the ready-for-use formulations, concentration of the active ingredients may range from about 3 to about 8% by weight. In either case, the weight ratio of cationic softening agent to fatty alcohol being in the range of from about 4.5:1 to 3.5:1. These compositions have low viscosity and are easily dispersible in cold water and are storage stable. Water soluble electrolytes can further reduce viscosity and ethoxylated amines can further increase stability. Methods for making the compositions are also disclosed.
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