Dryer-added fabric softener composition comprising chlorine scavenger to provide color and other fabric benefits
US6046154A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 1999 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11D17/047
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to the use of a dryer-added fabric softener composition, after a normal wash process, said composition having optimal characteristics for providing good coverage of fabrics that are treated, and optionally comprising at least one fabric softener component, for imparting fabric appearance benefits. The invention comprises the softener compositions in packages in association with instructions for their use in the dryer to provide protection for the fabrics, especially color care. Dryer-added fabric softener compositions containing chlorine scavenger to protect colored fabrics from chlorine in the next wash cycle are disclosed.
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