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Formula: Laundry Detergent Powder Pack

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 Laundry Detergent Powder Pack.

Description: 22 gram single chamber laundry detergent pod with excellent odor neutralization, anti-redeposition and stain removal using Itaconix® ONZ™ 405, Itaconix® DSP 2K® and multi enzyme system.

Ingredients:

Ingredient Function wt%
Sodium carbonate Mineral-based processing and cleaning aid 57.0%
Sodium percarbonate Boosts stain removal 13.6%
Alcohol ethoxylate surfactant Boosts stain removal 10.0%
Sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate surfactant Anionic surfactant for grease and dirt removal 8.2%
Itaconix® DSP 2K® Water conditioner and anti-redeposition agent 5.3%
TAED Boosts tough stain removal 1.4%
Enzyme blend Enzyme blend for multiple stain removal 1.4%
Sodium disilicate Mineral-based cleaning aid 1.4%
Itaconix® ONZ™ 405 Odor neutralizer 1.0%
Fragrance Adds scent to the product 0.1%

 

Directions:

  • Add sodium carbonate to mixer
  • Spray alcohol ehtoxylate onto sodium carbonate while mixing until no clumps
  • Add Itaconix® DSP 2K®, Itaconix® ONZ™ 405, sodium disilicate and TAED while mixing
  • Add enzymes while mixing
  • Add sodium dodecly benzene sulfonate while mixing
  • Add fragrance while mixing

    If the powder is below and remains below 95°F (35°C) then add sodium percarbonate and mix until homogenous with no clumps.
    If the powder exceeds 95°F (35°C) during or after blending in sodium percarbonate, stop blending and undertake standard safety procedures to cool and isolate the powder.

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

Product Properties:

  • Appearance: Free flowing granular powder 
  • pH: 10.5

Usage: 

  • Blended powder can be made into pod or packed in a bulk container.
  • Recommended dosage is 22 grams per wash for a standard load.
  • Use warm or hot water

 

Potential Label Claims:

  • Deep clean sports and work clothes
  • Eliminate odors: instant odor removal on sports clothes
  • Effective stain and odor removal
  • Lifts hard to remove stains
  • Gentle on fabrics
  • Safe for septic tanks
  • No phosphates or chlorine
  • No polyacrylates