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Method for manufacturing a molded detergent composition

US7037886B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2001
Grant dateMay 2, 2006
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D17/0052
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for manufacturing a molded detergent composition is provided. The method includes a step of mixing a hydrated component and a hydratable component to provide a mixture, and molding the mixture to provide a molded detergent composition having a melting point greater than about 30° C. The hydrated component has a melting point below about 100° C. and includes a transhydration product of anhydrous material and water of hydration. The hydrated component is provided in a solid state during the step of mixing. The anhydrous material has a melting point greater than about 300° C. The hydratable component includes water, if present at all, at a level of less than about 2 wt. % based on the weight of the hydratable component. A molded detergent composition and a method for using the molded detergent composition are provided.

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