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Detergent compositions in tablet form

US6083895A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 5, 1998
Grant dateJul 4, 2000
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D3/39
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A tabletted detergent composition comprises from 45% to 80% by weight of a builder system which is not fully hydrated and from 5% to 30% total water content, wherein the total water content comprises water derived from the builder system, optional ingredients and from added water, wherein the ratio of the total water content to added water content is from 100:1 to 5:4. The tablet exhibits improved hardness and strength.

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