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Formula: HE Liquid Laundry Detergent 2X

Written by Bill McClure | Jun 30, 2024 12:00:00 PM

Formulators and brand managers, use Itaconix's formula to create high-performance plant-based HE Liquid Laundry Detergent 2X.

Description: Concentrated liquid laundry detergent compatible with HE machines with excellent odor neutralization using Itaconix ONZ 400.

Ingredients:

Ingredient Function wt%
DI water Diluent 38.5%
Sodium coco sulfate surfactant Boosts grease and dirt removal 28.6%
Alcohol ethoxylate surfactant Boosts grease and stain removal 11.0%
Itaconix® ONZ™ 400 Odor neutralizer 10.0%
Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate surfactant Boosts grease and dirt removal 6.5%
Glycerin Carrier 2.0%
Enzyme blend Boosts stain removal 2.0%
Oleic acid Anti-foamer 1.0%
Preservative Preservation 0.2%
Fragrance Adds scent to the product 0.2%

 

Directions:

  • Add water to a clean vessel
  • Add Itaconix ONZ 400 while mixing
  • Add glycerin while mixing
  • Add oleic acid while mixing
  • Add surfactants while mixing
  • Add enzymes while mixing
  • Add preservative while mixing
  • Add fragrance while mixing

Plant-Based Content: 55-90% based on ingredient selection

Product Properties:

  • Appearance: clear liquid
  • pH: 7.0

Usage: 45 grams per load

Potential Label Claims:

  • 5 Action cleaning power
  • Concentrated cleaning power
  • Eliminate odors: instant odor removal on stinky clothes
  • Excellent soil removal including hard to remove stains
  • Gentle on fabrics
  • Safe for septic tanks
  • No phosphates or chlorine
  • No polyacrylates