As a global supplier of high-quality surfactants and cosmetic-grade ingredients, BookChem empowers home care brands with innovative, effective, and sustainable solutions for liquid laundry detergents. Our R&D expertise and broad ingredient portfolio enable our clients to develop formulations that are not only powerful in cleaning but also safe for users and environmentally responsible.
Key Components of Liquid Laundry Detergents
An effective laundry detergent must remove stains, lift dirt, disperse grease, and protect fabric texture and color. This requires a well-balanced combination of active ingredients and functional additives. Below are the core components we help our clients optimize:
1. Primary Surfactants (Cleansing Agents)
These form the backbone of any laundry liquid. BookChem offers a wide range of surfactants including:
- Anionic surfactants like Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) and Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) for excellent foaming and grease-cutting.
- Non-ionic surfactants for low-foam cleaning and hard water resistance.
- Cationic and amphoteric surfactants to enhance fabric softness and provide antistatic effects.
2. Solubilizers & Emulsifiers
These ingredients help incorporate oily perfumes, actives, or insoluble substances into the water-based system. Our solubilizers like PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil and emulsifiers such as Polysorbate 20 ensure formulation clarity and stability.
3. Thickeners & Rheology Modifiers
To ensure product viscosity and stability, we provide thickeners like CDEA, CMEA, and carbomer-based agents. These also contribute to a premium sensory feel and improved dispensing experience.
4. pH Regulators
Maintaining the right pH is critical for formulation stability and fabric care. We offer both natural and synthetic options to adjust and buffer pH in the ideal range (7–9 for laundry).
5. Preservatives & Antiseptics
To prevent microbial growth in water-rich systems, we recommend safe and compliant preservatives such as Phenoxyethanol and benzisothiazolinone blends.
6. Fragrances & Colorants
We supply solubilizer-compatible fragrances that enhance consumer perception and promote brand differentiation, along with stable dyes that won’t fade fabrics.
Additives That Enhance Performance
To further improve your formulation, BookChem provides multifunctional additives such as:
- Enzymes for stain removal (lipase, protease, amylase)
- Water softeners to reduce scaling and improve detergent efficiency in hard water
- Anti-redeposition agents to prevent dirt from resettling onto fabrics
- Fabric brighteners and optical whiteners
Sustainable & Skin-Friendly Innovation
Today’s consumers demand more than just performance—they expect eco-conscious, gentle, and biodegradable products. BookChem’s laundry ingredients are formulated with:
- Renewable plant-based raw materials
- RSPO-certified palm derivatives
- Biodegradability (OECD 301 guidelines)
- Dermatologically tested mildness
We help brands eliminate 1,4-dioxane, harsh preservatives, and sulfates—enabling them to meet global green certifications and win customer trust.
Why Choose BookChem?
- 14+ years of experience in surfactant formulation and home care solutions
- Full ingredient portfolio from surfactants to specialty additives
- Custom formulation guidance from lab to large-scale production
- Global regulatory support including REACH, ECOCERT, and FDA compatibility
Let’s Build Better Detergents Together
Whether you’re launching a new premium laundry detergent or optimizing an existing formula, BookChem provides the technical knowledge, raw materials, and regulatory guidance to make it successful.
Contact BookChem to request samples or discuss a custom formulation.
