| abstract |
Detergent compositions and detergent adjuvant combinations thereof and processes for forming the same are provided, the adjuvant combination being alkaline and comprising hydrated silica pigment precipitate and electrolyte, the electrolyte being selected in a controlled proportion from the class of alkali metal carbonates and/or bicarbonates, and the adjuvant being combined with soap and/or other anionic and/or non-ionic detergents and/or polymeric emulsifiers in the composition. The silica pigment precipitate may be formed in the presence of the detergent, and detergent may be added to or be formed in the presence of the adjuvant combination. The products may be dried to form concentrated liquid, paste, bar, and powdered detergent compositions, the latter preferably being spray dried. |