Detergent and cleaning composition with improved bleaching performance

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to the field of detergents and cleaning compositions. In particular, the present invention relates to detergents and cleaning compositions comprising specific hydroxyl compounds and having improved bleaching properties. More specifically, the present invention relates to detergent and cleaning compositions comprising an effective amount of a particular type of bleaching accelerator, such as an alkanediol as defined herein, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleaching accelerators, and a surfactant, and to the use of said detergent and cleaning compositions for the preparation of detergent and cleaning products for household, public institution and industrial applications. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for treating bleachable soiled and / or soiled substrates using the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of specific bleaching promoting substances as defined herein for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for promoting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions. Finally, the present invention relates to a process for bleaching by mixing an effective amount of a specific bleaching accelerator such as an alkanediol, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, 2-hydroxyacetophenone, 2-hydroxyacetophenone, 2-hydroxyacetophenone, 2-hydroxyacetophenone, 2-hydroxyacetophenone A method of adding tropolone or a mixture of the bleaching promoters to the detergent and cleaning composition to improve the bleaching ability of a bleaching agent in a detergent and cleaning composition and / or to promote stain and / or soil removal of a detergent and cleaning composition.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates generally to the field of detergents and cleaning compositions. In particular, the present invention relates to detergents and cleaning compositions comprising specific hydroxy compounds and having improved bleaching performance.

[0002] More specifically, the present invention relates to detergents and cleaning compositions comprising enzymes and an effective amount of a specific type of bleaching accelerator such as alkanediols, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleaching accelerators as defined herein and a surfactant, and the use of said detergents and cleaning compositions for the preparation of detergents and cleaning products for household, institutional and industrial applications. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for treating stained and / or soiled substrates using the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of specific bleaching boosting substances as defined herein for improving the bleaching power of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and for promoting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions. Finally, the present invention relates to a method for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and for promoting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions by adding an effective amount of a specific type of bleach booster such as alkanediols, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters as defined herein to said detergents and cleaning compositions. Background Art

[0003] Detergents and cleaning compositions must remove a wide variety of stains and dirt from different substrate types under a wide range of cleaning conditions. Detergents and cleaning compositions, particularly those used for laundry and textile cleaning, dishwashing, etc., are primarily composed of a surfactant or a mixture of surfactants, whose primary task is to remove water-insoluble substances such as dirt and grease from surfaces such as fabrics, clothing, dishes, utensils, etc., and hard surfaces such as metals, plastics, glass, ceramics, etc. In addition to the surfactant, modern detergents and cleaning formulations are also composed of builders, chelating agents, co-builders, and other polymer additives for specific washing or cleaning effects such as detergency and anti-redeposition, dye transfer inhibition, and rheology modification. In addition to the ingredients, one or more bleaching agents are also added to the detergent and cleaning compositions as additional active substances.

[0004] Aqueous solutions of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) are strong bleaching agents. However, they have some disadvantages, as they are non-selective and can oxidize a broad spectrum of fabric dyes, fading them, damaging colored silk and wool fabrics, and are therefore limited to use in white laundry, and they have a strong odor. Bleaching with sodium hypochlorite NaOCl is also the subject of much debate due to the possible formation of chlorinated by-products that are considered harmful to the environment.

[0005] As bleaching agents, oxygen bleaches are much less effective than chlorine bleaches. However, they do have some advantages over chlorine bleaches, such as less potential damage to textile fibers and dyes, and no strong odor.

[0006] Attempts have been made to increase the bleaching power of hydrogen peroxide-based bleaches by adding heavy metal catalysts. However, the effectiveness of these systems remains controversial; and early attempts to incorporate catalysts into laundry detergents resulted in fabric damage.

[0007] Loss of bleaching power in detergent and cleaning compositions results in loss of cleaning performance.

[0008] The detergent and cleaning industry is constantly searching for ingredients that can address these negative aspects.

[0009] Therefore, there remains a continuing need for materials that can enhance the bleaching performance in detergent and cleaning compositions comprising bleaching agents by improving the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils on substrates.

[0010] Furthermore, there is a need for less complex, highly effective detergent and cleaning compositions which avoid the use of ingredients that are undesirable both environmentally and health-wise.

[0011] It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide multi-purpose detergent and cleaning compositions having excellent bleaching properties and improved cleaning performance.

[0012] Furthermore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a method for treating stained and / or soiled substrates which provides improved cleaning performance in terms of improved removal of bleachable stains and / or soils.

[0013] Another object of the present invention is to provide materials which are able to increase the bleaching power of bleach mixtures in detergent and cleaning compositions and / or to promote / improve the removal of stains and / or soils, in particular bleachable stains and / or soils, from substrates and thereby improve the cleaning performance of detergent and cleaning compositions.

[0014] Finally, it is an object of the present invention to provide a method for increasing the bleaching power of bleaching agents in detergent and cleaning compositions and / or improving the overall cleaning performance of detergent and cleaning compositions in terms of stain and / or soil removal, in particular bleachable stain and / or soil removal.

[0015] Surprisingly, it has been found that the addition of an effective amount of a specific type of bleach booster, such as alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, caprylic acid glyceryl, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters, to detergents and cleaning compositions comprising a bleach or a bleach mixture has a positive effect, since they enhance the bleaching power of the bleach or bleach mixture. The detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention show an excellent bleaching power compared to detergents and cleaning compositions which do not contain such bleach boosters.

[0016] Surprisingly, it has been found that the addition of an effective amount of a specific type of bleach booster, such as an alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters to detergents and cleaning compositions, promotes / improves the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils, resulting in a higher degree of cleaning compared to detergents and cleaning compositions not containing such bleach boosters.

[0017] Thus, detergents and cleaning compositions in combination with said specific type of bleach booster, such as alkanediol, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone or tropolone or mixtures of said bleach boosters, exhibit improved overall performance compared to detergents and cleaning compositions not containing such bleach boosters, due to a combination of the enhanced bleaching ability of the bleaching agent and the improved removal of bleachable stains and / or soils.

[0018] Conversely, also due to the boosting effect, the amount of bleaching agents and other ingredients used to increase bleaching in these detergents and cleaning compositions can be reduced to achieve a similar cleaning effect, i.e. without losing cleaning performance. The detergents and cleaning compositions show improved bleaching and improved cleaning performance even when bleach boosters are added at low rates. Summary of the invention

[0019] The present invention is made in view of the above disadvantages. In order to solve the above disadvantages, the present invention provides a detergent and a cleaning composition having improved bleaching performance and improved cleaning performance in terms of improved removal of bleachable stains and / or soils.

[0020] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a detergent and a cleaning composition in the first aspect, which comprises or consists of the following substances: (a1) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b1) 1,2-heptanediol; (c1) at least one surfactant; and (d1) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme; or (a2) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b2) 2,3-heptanediol; (c2) at least one surfactant; and (d2) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme; or (a3) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b3) a mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; and (c3) at least one surfactant; and (d3) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0021] Alternatively, in another aspect, the present invention provides a detergent and a cleaning composition, which comprises or consists of the following substances: (a) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b) at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and any mixture thereof; (c) at least one surfactant; and (d) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0022] In a preferred variant, the present invention provides a detergent and cleaning composition comprising or consisting of the following: (c) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (d) at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and any mixture thereof; (e) at least one surfactant; and (f) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0023] In a preferred variant, the present invention provides a detergent and cleaning composition comprising or consisting of the following: (e) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (f) at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and any mixture thereof; (g) at least one surfactant; and (h) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0024] In a further aspect, the present invention provides the use of the detergent and cleaning composition as a detergent and cleaning product or for the preparation of a detergent and cleaning product.

[0025] In a further aspect, the present invention provides a detergent and cleaning product.

[0026] In another aspect, the present invention provides a method for treating a stained and / or soiled substrate, the method comprising the steps of: - treating substrates with detergent and cleaning compositions or products according to the invention; and - Rinse the substrate in water to remove the composition or product.

[0027] In a further aspect, the present invention provides the use of at least one bleach booster for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for boosting the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils of detergents and cleaning compositions, the at least one bleach booster being selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof.

[0028] In a final aspect, the present invention provides a method for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or promoting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions, the method comprising the steps of: (i) providing detergent and cleaning compositions comprising bleach; and (ii) adding thereto an effective amount of at least one bleaching booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof.

[0029] The present invention is specifically described in the appended claims. However, the present invention itself and its preferred variations, other objects and advantages are also apparent from the following detailed description in conjunction with the appended embodiments and drawings.

[0030] Unless otherwise indicated, all percentages are by weight.

[0031] Numerical ranges listed in the specification and given in the format of "x to y" include the values ​​defining the range and include each integer within the defined range. When multiple preferred numerical ranges are specified in this format, all ranges generated by combining the different endpoints are also included.

[0032] In the context of the present invention, the term "comprising" means that the stated components are essential, but other components may be added and still be encompassed by the present invention.

[0033] The term "consisting of" as used in accordance with the present invention means that the total amount of components (a) to (c) of the composition adds up to 100 wt. %, based on the total weight of the composition, and indicates that the subject matter is closed and may include only the limitations explicitly recited.

[0034] Unless the context indicates otherwise, whenever "comprising" is mentioned, it is intended to encompass both meanings as alternatives, ie, the meaning may be "including" or "consisting of."

[0035] In the context of the present invention, the term "at least one ..." means that the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention can comprise one component or a mixture of two, three, four, five, six or even more different corresponding components following said term.

[0036] The term "and / or" indicates that a connection exists, or that an alternative is provided.

[0037] The term "optionally" means that the subsequently described component may but need not be present in the detergent and cleaning compositions, and that the description includes variations in which the compound is included or variations in which the compound is not present.

[0038] In the context of the present invention, the term "stability" means resistance or degree of resistance to change, unfolding, disintegration, denaturation or loss of activity. Non-limiting examples of stability include storage stability and reflect the stability of a polypeptide (such as an enzyme) over time, for example, how much activity is retained when the polypeptide is stored in a detergent or cleaning formulation. Stability is affected by many factors, such as the presence of chelating agents, pH, temperature, detergent composition, for example, the amount of builder, surfactant, etc.

[0039] In the context of the present invention, the term "boost" means "improve", "enhance", "increase". Accordingly, a "boost" is a single agent or a mixture of substances that is able to "improve", "enhance", "increase" certain characteristics or properties as defined herein. In particular, the bleach booster according to the present invention improves, enhances or increases the bleaching power of a detergent or cleaning composition comprising the bleaching agent, thereby resulting in enhanced bleaching power and improved removal of bleachable stains and / or soils.

[0040] As used herein, the term "alkyl" refers to a saturated hydrocarbon having one or more carbon atoms, including straight-chain alkyl groups (such as methyl, ethyl, propyl, butyl, pentyl, hexyl, heptyl, octyl, nonyl, decyl, undecyl, dodecyl, tridecyl, tetradecyl, pentadecyl, hexadecyl, heptadecyl, octadecyl, etc.), cyclic alkyl groups (or cycloalkyl or alicyclic or carbocyclic groups) (such as cyclopropyl, cyclopentyl, cyclohexyl, cycloheptyl, cyclooctyl, etc.), branched alkyl groups (such as isopropyl, tert-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, etc.) and alkyl-substituted alkyl groups (such as cycloalkyl-substituted alkyl groups).

[0041] Unless otherwise indicated, the term "alkyl" includes unsubstituted alkyl and substituted alkyl. As used herein, the term "substituted alkyl" refers to an alkyl group having a substituent of one or more hydrogens on one or more carbons of a substituted hydrocarbon backbone. Such substituents can include, for example, alkenyl, alkynyl, halogen, hydroxyl, alkylcarbonyloxy, arylcarbonyloxy, alkoxycarbonyloxy, aryloxy, aryloxycarbonyloxy, carboxylate, alkylcarbonyl, arylcarbonyl, alkoxycarbonyl, aminocarbonyl, alkylaminocarbonyl, dialkylaminocarbonyl, alkylthiocarbonyl, alkoxy, phosphate, phosphonate, cyano, amino, imino, sulfydryl, alkylthio, arylthiol, thiocarboxylate, sulfate, alkylsulfinyl, sulfonate, nitro etc. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] In a first aspect, the present invention relates to a detergent and a cleaning composition comprising or consisting of: (a1) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b1) 1,2-heptanediol; (c1) at least one surfactant; and (d1) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0043] Alternatively, the present invention relates in a first aspect to a detergent and a cleaning composition, which comprises or consists of the following substances: (a2) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b2) 2,3-heptanediol; (c2) at least one surfactant; and (d2) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0044] In a further alternative, the present invention relates in a first aspect to a detergent and cleaning composition comprising or consisting of: (a3) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b3) a mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; (c3) at least one surfactant; and (d3) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0045] Alternatively, in another aspect, the present invention relates to a detergent and cleaning composition comprising or consisting of the following: (a) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b) at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and any mixture thereof; (c) at least one surfactant; and (d) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

[0046] In a more preferred variant, the invention relates to a detergent and cleaning composition wherein the at least one linear alkanediol has a carbon chain length of 7 to 11 carbon atoms.

[0047] The term "detergent and cleaning composition" as considered herein is understood to refer to all products suitable and commonly used for washing or cleaning. Detergent and cleaning composition are mainly composed of a surfactant or a mixture of surfactants. In addition to the surfactant, detergent and cleaning composition are usually composed of builders and chelating agents, co-builders and other polymer additives for specific effects (such as anti-redeposition, dye transfer inhibition, rheology modification). Detergent and cleaning composition refer to compositions for removing undesirable compounds from articles to be cleaned such as textiles (such as fabrics, clothes), dishes, floors, hard surfaces (such as metals, plastics and ceramics). These deposits may be caused by stains and dirt, bacteria and other contaminants. Detergent is the cleaning composition most commonly used for textiles. Detergent and cleaning composition can be used for household cleaning, public institution cleaning and industrial cleaning. Detergent and cleaning composition also include disinfectants that kill all vegetative cells (including recognized pathogenic microorganisms). Detergent and cleaning composition can be used by the detergent composition itself or by detergent products or by its use solution.

[0048] The detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention are preferably used for removing stains and / or soils from textiles, fabrics, laundry, dishes, utensils, medical and dental instruments, hard surfaces, etc. More preferably, the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention are preferably used for removing bleachable stains and / or soils.

[0049] Within the scope of the present invention, the terms "cleaning" and "washing" are used synonymously and refer to the reduction and / or removal of deposits, i.e. the removal of undesirable compounds from the items to be cleaned on tableware / dishes and other kitchen utensils (such as cutlery / silverware, pots, pans, bakeware, etc.).

[0050] These deposits may be caused by stains from tea, chocolate, coffee, grass, red wine, grass / mud, juice, blood, ketchup, unused motor oil, balsamic salad dressing, cooked beef fat, French pressed mustard, makeup etc. or dirt caused by grease, starch based dirt like rice, pasta, protein based dirt like egg yolk, chocolate, mayonnaise, lipstick starch based dirt etc. and other substances left on the surface. Thus, deposits are any form of harmful residues, dirt, food, grease etc.

[0051] In the context of the present invention, the term "substrate" includes fabrics, textiles, clothing, dishes, utensils, carpets, any hard surface, medical and dental instruments, etc., which may be stained and / or soiled and can be treated by washing or cleaning methods.

[0052] As used herein, the term "fabric cleaning" includes detergents and cleaning compositions or products designed to clean stained and / or soiled materials. Such compositions or products include, but are not limited to, laundry detergent compositions, fabric softening compositions, fabric enhancing compositions, fabric refreshing compositions, laundry pre-washes, laundry pre-treaters, laundry additives, spray products, dry cleaning agents or compositions, laundry rinse additives, washing additives, post-rinse fabric treatments, ironing aids, unit dose formulations, delayed delivery formulations, detergents contained on or in porous substrates or nonwoven sheets, substrates with fibers (preferably the fibers contain an active agent), and other suitable forms that will be apparent to those skilled in the art.

[0053] As used herein, the term "fabric care" refers to various fabric benefits including smoothness, shape retention, elasticity, color retention, pilling control, and the like.

[0054] As used herein, the term "dishware" or "ware" refers to solid surfaces such as countertops, tiles, floors, walls, panels, windows, plumbing fixtures, kitchen and bathroom furnishings, appliances, engines, circuit boards, and dishes. Hard surfaces can include, for example, health care surfaces such as medical or dental instruments, medical or dental devices, electronic devices used to monitor patient health, and surfaces of floors, walls, or fixtures of structures in which health care is present, as well as food processing surfaces such as surfaces of tools, machines, equipment, structures, etc. used as part of food processing, preparation, or storage activities. In the context of the present invention, the term "ware" refers to items such as eating and cooking utensils, dishes, and other hard surfaces such as showers, sinks, toilets, bathtubs, countertops, windows, mirrors, and floors.

[0055] As used herein, the term "surface" refers to solid surfaces such as countertops, tiles, floors, walls, panels, windows, plumbing fixtures, kitchen and bathroom furnishings, appliances, engines, circuit boards, and dishes. Hard surfaces can include, for example, health care surfaces such as medical or dental instruments, medical or dental devices, electronic devices used to monitor patient health, and surfaces of floors, walls, or fixtures of structures in which health care is present, as well as food processing surfaces such as surfaces of tools, machines, equipment, structures, etc. used as part of food processing, preparation, or storage activities.

[0056] Surprisingly, it has been found that the addition of the specified bleach boosters or mixtures of said bleach boosters to the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention provides enhanced bleaching performance, improved stain and / or soil removal, preferably bleachable stain and / or soil removal, and thus improved overall performance of the detergent and cleaning compositions.

[0057] Combinations of bleaching agents and bleaching accelerators are preferably used for bleaching stains and / or soils, especially in aqueous surfactant solutions. The term "bleaching of stains and / or soils" is to be understood in its broadest sense and includes the bleaching of colored soils present on textiles, fabrics, dishes, surfaces, the bleaching of colored soils present in the wash liquor and removed from textiles or surfaces, and the oxidative destruction of textile dyes present in the wash liquor and removed from textiles under the washing conditions before said textile dyes can be absorbed onto textiles of a different color.

[0058] Bleach / Bleach Activator / Component (a1, a2, a3, a) The detergent and cleaning compositions of the present invention comprise as component (a) at least one bleaching agent. The bleaching agent provides both bleaching and cleaning benefits.

[0059] Bleach is a substance with useful oxidizing or reducing properties that breaks down stains and dirt into colorless, soluble particles. Bleaches can be used on textiles, in laundry, and on surfaces. Bleach can also brighten and whiten fabrics.

[0060] Stains and / or soils are discolorations caused by highly colored substances which, even in small amounts, can affect the color and appearance of fabrics. Colored stains and / or soils are usually of plant origin (usually anthocyanins, carotenoids or porphyrins in structure) or caused by artificial food colorants and cosmetic ingredients. Often, stains are complex mixtures of food preparations and beverages.

[0061] Bleaching agents work by cutting stain and / or soil molecules into smaller fragments and introducing polar groups, making the stain more hydrophilic and easier to remove or disperse during the bleaching process. Alternatively, bleaching agents can work by removing the color of the stain and / or soil, thereby making it invisible. Both processes can act simultaneously on a given stain and / or soil.

[0062] Bleaching agents can be included directly in detergents and cleaning compositions to remove bleachable stains and / or soils during the wash or cleaning cycle, or they can also be provided as stain removers, such as pre-stain removers or vanishes, for pre-treatment prior to a wash or cleaning cycle, which bleaches have been formulated to enhance the stain and / or soil removal efficacy of detergents and cleaning compositions.

[0063] The most common bleaches are generally divided into three categories: (1) halogen bleaches and their related compounds, such as chlorine bleaches such as sodium hypochlorite and sodium dichloroisocyanurate, (2) oxygen (oxygen-based) bleaches such as hydrogen peroxide, percarbonates, perborates, perphosphates, persulfates, persilicates, and percarboxylic acid bleaches, and (3) reducing bleaches such as sulfur dioxide, sulfurous acid, bisulfites, sulfites, etc.

[0064] Halogen bleaches: Halogen bleaches are the most cost-effective bleaches and are primarily based on chlorine or bromine. They are very effective in removing stains and dirt. The most common halogen bleaches can be divided into four categories: chlorine gas, hypochlorites, N-chloro compounds, and chlorine dioxide.

[0065] Oxygen Bleach: Oxygen-based bleaches, also called peroxygen bleaches, contain a peroxy bond: (-OO-), where one of the oxygen atoms is active. Hydrogen peroxide is the most common of these bleaches.

[0066] Hydrogen peroxide bleaching is carried out in an alkaline solution, where part of the hydrogen peroxide is converted to perhydroxyl anions. The perhydroxyl anion HO2- is generally considered to be the active bleaching substance. The alkaline agents most commonly used to generate HO2- are caustic soda, carbonates, silicates, pyrophosphates and polyphosphates.

[0067] Suitable organic or inorganic peroxygen compounds are organic peracids or persalts of organic acids, such as salts of phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid, perbenzoic acid or diperdodecane dioic acid, but in particular inorganic peroxygen compounds, such as hydrogen peroxide and inorganic salts which release hydrogen peroxide under clean conditions, such as perborates, percarbonates and / or persilicates, and hydrogen peroxide inclusion compounds, such as H2O2 urea adducts. Hydrogen peroxide can also be produced by enzyme systems, i.e. oxidases and substrates thereof. If solid peroxygen compounds are to be used, these can be used in powder or granular form, which can also be coated in a manner known in principle.

[0068] The peroxygen compounds can be added to the detergents and cleaning compositions as such or in the form of agents containing them. Particular preference is given to using alkali metal percarbonates, alkali metal perborates monohydrate or hydrogen peroxide in the form of aqueous solutions comprising 3% to 10% by weight of hydrogen peroxide.

[0069] Here and hereinafter, sodium is the preferred alkali metal.

[0070] Hydrogen peroxide reacts with many compounds such as carbonates, borates, pyrophosphates, sulfates, silicates, and various organic carboxylic acids, esters, and anhydrides to give peroxy compounds or peroxyhydrates. Many of these compounds are stable solids which readily hydrolyze in solution to produce hydrogen peroxide, the most important being sodium perborate and sodium percarbonate. Solid oxygen bleaches are preferred due to stability and compatibility with other sensitive ingredients. Another solid oxygen bleach, peroxymonosulfuric acid (the peroxy product of hydrogen peroxide and sulfuric acid) is a strong oxidizing agent. The commercially available salt, potassium peroxymonosulfate, is a white solid with a satisfactory shelf life and an active oxygen content of about 4.4%. It is a tri-salt of the composition 2KHSO5·K2SO4·KHSO4.

[0071] Suitable peroxygen bleaching compounds include sodium percarbonate, sodium perborate tetrahydrate and sodium perborate monohydrate, which act as bleaching agents and produce H2O2 in water. Other bleaching agents that can be used are peroxypyrophosphate, urea peroxyhydrate and sodium peroxide. Persulfate bleaching agents (e.g., OXONEO) can also be used. ® , commercially manufactured by DuPont). Optionally, the percarbonate may be coated with a silicate, borate or water-soluble surfactant.

[0072] Other useful bleaching agents are H2O2 which provide peracids or persalts. Peracids are compounds containing the functional group -OOH derived from an organic or inorganic acid functional group. Typical structures include CH3C(O)OOH derived from acetic acid and HOS(O)2OOH derived from sulfuric acid. Peracids have superior cold water bleaching ability to hydrogen peroxide due to the greater electrophilicity of the peroxy group of the peracid. The cold water bleaching performance in detergent systems explains their emergency use.

[0073] Peracids can be introduced into bleaching systems by two methods: Peracids can be prepared separately and delivered to detergents and cleaning compositions together with other components or as auxiliaries. Peracids can also be formed in situ from their corresponding carboxylic acids in the presence of H2O2 using the perhydrolysis reaction shown in the following equation: RC(O)-L + HO2- → RC(O)OOH + L-, where L represents a leaving group. Another way to obtain peracetic acid in situ during the wash cycle is the reaction of hydrogen peroxide with TAED. Hydrogen peroxide is released from sodium percarbonate. This principle is mainly used in laundry detergents and automatic dishwashing powders.

[0074] As used herein, the term "peracid" may also refer to a "percarboxylic acid" or "peroxycarboxylic acid" having the general formula R-(COOOH)n, wherein R may be hydrogen and alkyl, and n is 1, 2 or 3. The term "alkyl" is as defined herein. In preferred variations, R comprises an alkyl group of 1 to 22 carbon atoms. Preferred are peracids wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8, C9, C10, C11, C12, C13, C14, C15, C16, C17, C18, C19, C20, C21 and C22.

[0075] In a preferred variant, the peracid has 1 to 10 carbon atoms, in particular 2 to 4 carbon atoms.

[0076] In still more preferred variations, the bleaching agent comprises peroxyacetic acid, peroxyoctanoic acid, peroxypropionic acid, peroxylactic acid, peroxyheptanoic acid, peroxyoctanoic acid and / or peroxynonanoic acid. In other embodiments, the C1 to C22 percarboxylic acid comprises peroxyacetic acid, peroxyoctanoic acid and / or peroxysulfonated oleic acid. In the most preferred variations, the peroxycarboxylic acid comprises peroxyacetic acid.

[0077] A preferred percarboxylic acid is phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid.

[0078] In another variation, R is an alkyl group of 1 to 22 carbon atoms substituted with a hydroxyl group or other polar substituents. In another preferred variation, the percarboxylic acid is a sulfoperoxycarboxylic acid.

[0079] Most preferred examples of such agents include peracetic acid, magnesium monoperoxyphthalate hexahydrate, the magnesium salt of 3-m-chloroperbenzoic acid, 4-nonylamino-4-oxoperoxybutyric acid, and diperoxydodecanedioic acid.

[0080] In yet other variations, mixed peroxycarboxylic acid compositions may be used.

[0081] All other inorganic or organic peroxygen bleaches known in the art can also be used.

[0082] Another source of hydrogen peroxide in detergents and cleaning compositions is the use of oxidases, such as glucose oxidase, which use a glucose substrate to generate hydrogen peroxide.

[0083] Bleaching agents other than oxygen bleaching agents are also known in the art and can be used herein. One class of non-oxygen bleaching agents of particular interest includes photoactivated bleaching agents, such as sulfonated zinc and / or aluminum phthalocyanines. If used, the detergent composition typically contains from about 0.025% to about 1.25% by weight of such bleaching agents, especially sulfonate zinc phthalocyanine.

[0084] Another class of bleaching agents for use according to the invention includes chlorine or bromine releasing bleaching agents. Examples of suitable chlorine or bromine releasing substances include heterocyclic N-bromoamides and N-chloroamides, such as trichloroisocyanuric acid, tribromoisocyanuric acid, dibromoisocyanuric acid and dichloroisocyanuric acid and / or their salts with cations such as potassium and sodium; hydantoin compounds such as 1,3-dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin are also suitable.

[0085] Reducing Bleaches: Reducing agents commonly used for bleaching include sulfur dioxide, sulfurous acid, bisulfites, sulfites, sulfoxylates (dithionites), sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate, and sodium borohydride.

[0086] Preferably, the bleaching agent of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention is selected from the group consisting of: - chlorine bleach selected from the group consisting of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl); - a peroxygen bleach selected from the group consisting of: • Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), alkali metal peroxides, • Alkali metal percarbonates, • Alkali metal perborates, • Alkali metal superphosphates, • Alkali metal persulfates and • Alkali metal persilicates, and any mixture thereof; - percarboxylic acid bleaches and their salts; - a photoactivated bleach selected from the group consisting of sulfonated zinc, aluminum phthalocyanine and any mixture thereof; - chlorine- or bromine-releasing bleaching agents, such as heterocyclic N-bromoamides and N-chloroamides, such as trichloroisocyanuric acid, tribromoisocyanuric acid, dibromoisocyanuric acid and dichloroisocyanuric acid; hydantoin compounds, such as 1,3-dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin; and any mixtures thereof.

[0087] Among the aforementioned named bleaching agents, the alkali metal is preferably sodium.

[0088] Hydrogen peroxide based bleaches have the advantage of being safer for fabrics and colors. They can also be used without seriously reducing the effectiveness of enzymatic detergents and cleaning compositions or products.

[0089] Therefore, in a more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a bleaching agent selected from the group consisting of: - a peroxygen bleach selected from the group consisting of: • Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), alkali metal peroxides, • Alkali metal percarbonates, • Alkali metal perborates, • Alkali metal superphosphates, • Alkali metal persulfates and • Alkali metal persilicates, and any mixture thereof; - percarboxylic acid bleaches and their salts; and any mixtures thereof.

[0090] Of the aforementioned bleaching agents, sodium is the preferred alkali metal.

[0091] In a most preferred variation, the bleaching agent is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium perborate, peracetic acid, glucose oxidase, phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid and any mixtures thereof.

[0092] The bleaching agents specified above can be used individually or in the form of a mixture of two, three or even more bleaching agents from the same bleaching agent class or as a mixture of bleaching agents from different bleaching agent classes.

[0093] The bleaching agents specified above for use in accordance with the present invention are well known in the art.

[0094] The detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention optionally comprise at least one or more substances effective for activating the bleaching agent, so-called bleach activators. In particular, peroxygen bleaches are preferably combined with bleach activators.

[0095] Bleach activators are essentially agents that form peroxyacids upon perhydrolysis (meaning hydrolysis of bleach salts by hydrogen peroxide). N -Acyl and O - acyl compounds. For example, TAED generates bleaching-active peracetic acid or DOBA generates peroxydodecanoic acid in the wash liquor. Peroxyacids are more active bleaching agents than hydrogen peroxide at lower temperatures (<60°C), but are too unstable to be stored in their active form and therefore have to be generated in situ. In all cases, the active agent reacts chemically depending on the degree of contamination in the laundry and is thus "consumed".

[0096] Due to their advantageous properties, bleach activators allow lower washing temperatures than would otherwise be required to achieve full activity of the bleach in the wash liquor. Bleaches (usually peroxides) are usually sufficiently active only at temperatures of 60°C and above. With bleach activators, this activity can be achieved at lower temperatures. They are not included in any liquid laundry detergent.

[0097] Typical bleach activators are nonanoyloxybenzene sulfonate (NOBS) and tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED) activators, and mixtures thereof may also be used. Preferred amido-derived bleach activators include (6-octanoylamino-hexanoyl)oxybenzene sulfonate, (6-nonanoylaminohexanoyl)oxybenzene sulfonate, (6-decanoylaminohexanoyl)oxybenzene sulfonate, and mixtures thereof. Another class of bleach activators includes benzophenone disclosed in US 4,966,723. Azine-type active agent, which is incorporated herein by reference. Highly preferred lactam active agents include benzoyl caprolactam, octanoyl caprolactam, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl caprolactam, nonanoyl caprolactam, decanoyl caprolactam, undecanoyl caprolactam, benzoyl valerolactam, octanoyl valerolactam, decanoyl valerolactam, undecanoyl valerolactam, nonanoyl valerolactam, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl valerolactam and mixtures thereof, optionally adsorbed into a solid carrier, such as acyl caprolactam adsorbed into sodium perborate, preferably benzoyl caprolactam.

[0098] Another group of bleach activators includes the particularly preferably used polyacylated alkylenediamines, especially tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED); acylated triazine derivatives, especially 1,5-diacetyl-2,4-dioxohexahydro-1,3,5-triazine (DADHT); acylated glycoluril, especially tetraacetyl glycoluril (TAGU); N-acylimides, especially N-nonanoylsuccinimide (NOSI); acylated phenolsulfonates, especially n-nonanoyloxybenzenesulfonate or isononanoyloxybenzenesulfonate (n-NOBS or iso-NOBS).

[0099] In a preferred variant, the bleach activators used in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention are chosen from the group consisting of: - polyacylated alkylenediamines, preferably tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED); - acylated triazine derivatives, preferably 1,5-diacetyl-2,4-dioxohexahydro-1,3,5-triazine (DADHT); - acylated glycoluril, preferably tetraacetyl glycoluril (TAGU); - N-acyl imide, preferably N-nonanoyl succinimide (NOSI); - acylated phenolsulfonates, preferably n-nonanoyloxybenzenesulfonate or isononanoyloxybenzenesulfonate (n-NOBS or iso-NOBS); - lactams optionally adsorbed onto a solid support, preferably benzoyl caprolactam, octanoyl caprolactam, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl caprolactam, nonanoyl caprolactam, decanoyl caprolactam, undecanoyl caprolactam, benzoyl valerolactam, octanoyl valerolactam, decanoyl valerolactam, undecanoyl valerolactam, nonanoyl valerolactam, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl valerolactam and mixtures thereof; and any mixtures thereof.

[0100] TAED is very particularly preferred.

[0101] The above-specified bleach activators can be used as sole substances in detergent and cleaning compositions. Combinations of said bleach activators can also be used.

[0102] During a wash cycle (laundry, dishwashing) in the presence of water, percarbonate releases H2O2 in the wash liquor. This H2O2 will react with the TAED component (bleach activator also added to the washing powder) to generate peracetic acid (= percarboxylic acid) in situ. This peracetic acid will produce the bleaching effect. Peracetic acid is a very strong bleach, i.e. stronger than H2O2. For other applications as liquid, only H2O2 bleach is used.

[0103] Bleach accelerator / component (b1, b2, b3, b) The detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention further comprise as component (b1, b2, b3, b) at least one bleach accelerator.

[0104] In a preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise mixtures of bleach boosters.

[0105] Bleach boosters within the meaning of the present invention are (b1) 1,2-heptanediol; (b2) 2,3-heptanediol; (b3) mixtures of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; (b4) 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol. I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b) II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-Hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and any mixture of said bleach boosters.

[0106] It is found that the bleaching booster (b) as described above effectively enhances the bleaching ability of the bleaching agent or bleaching agent mixture in detergent and cleaning compositions. In addition, it is found that the bleaching booster (b) as described above significantly improves the removal of bleachable stains and / or from substrates such as clothing, fabrics, textiles, dishes, utensils, surfaces, medical and dental instruments, etc.

[0107] Alkanediols (b1, b2, b3, b I ) The bleach boosting component (b) in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the present invention is (b1) 1,2-heptanediol or (b2) 2,3-heptanediol, or (b3) a mixture comprising two heptanediols (ie, 1,2-heptanediol plus 2,3-heptanediol).

[0108] 1,2-Heptanediol belongs to the class of alkanediols and is a straight chain alkanediol having the following general formula:

[0109] It has a carbon chain containing 7 carbon atoms, and the two functional OH groups of the alkanediol are in the α and β positions and chemically bonded to the C1 and C2 carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain.

[0110] 2,3-Heptanediol belongs to the class of alkanediols and is a straight chain alkanediol having the following general formula:

[0111] It has a carbon chain containing 7 carbon atoms, and the two functional OH groups of the alkanediol are in the β and γ positions and chemically bonded to the C2 and C3 carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain.

[0112] Alternatively, the alkanediol bleach boosting component (b) in the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the present invention is selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol.

[0113] An alkanediol is a diol, any of a class of organic compounds belonging to the alcohol family; in the ethylene glycol molecule, two hydroxyl groups (-OH) are attached to different carbon atoms of the carbon chain.

[0114] Straight-chain 1,2-alkanediols have been used as multifunctional active substances for more than 15 years. Short-chain 1,2-alkanediols are amphiphilic compounds and, like 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-heptanediol, are therefore soluble in water and oil. In contrast, 1,2-octanediol is a solid and tends to precipitate or recrystallize in oily solutions and in ≥ 0.5% water. On the other hand, 1,2-decanediol is a solid and is only soluble in oil. In addition to moisturizing, some 1,2-alkanediols are used as viscosity modifiers.

[0115] In a first alternative, the bleach boosters (b I ) is at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms.

[0116] Furthermore, in a second alternative of this further aspect, the bleaching booster (b I ) may include a combination of a first linear alkane diol and a second linear alkane diol, preferably at least one first linear alkane diol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms (preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms) and at least one second linear alkane diol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms (preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms). Therefore, the present invention also relates to a mixture comprising a first alkane diol and a second alkane diol as described herein.

[0117] Since the first linear alkanediol of the present invention can be selected from the same list and type of compounds as the linear alkanediol of the first alternative according to another aspect, in the following, linear alkanediol is generally referred to, which can also be the first linear alkanediol. In a mixture of the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol, when they are particularly different, the specific terms "first" and "second" will be used to distinguish the two alkanediol components.

[0118] As used herein, the phrase "at least one linear alkane diol" or "at least one first linear alkane diol" means that the composition may contain one linear alkane diol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, or may contain one first linear alkane diol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, or may contain more than one linear alkane diol, or may contain more than one linear alkane diol or more than one first linear alkane diol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., two, three, four or more different linear alkane diols or first linear alkane diols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms.

[0119] The at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol according to the invention consists of a chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, preferably 7 to 11 carbon atoms, linked to each other by a single covalent bond, wherein two OH functions are attached to two different carbon atoms in the chain.

[0120] The at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms in the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the present invention is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol and undecanediol.

[0121] In a more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 5 to 10 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol and decanediol.

[0122] In a more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 5 to 9 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and nonanediol.

[0123] In a more preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having a lower number of carbon atoms of 5 to 8, i.e. pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 6 to 8, i.e. hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 and 8, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0124] In still more preferred variants, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 11, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 10, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 9, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 and 8, i.e. heptanediol and octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0125] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms from 9 to 11, i.e. nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 9 and 10, i.e. nonanediol, decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0126] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol or octanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0127] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0128] In a still more preferred variation, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0129] In a most preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least the first linear alkanediol is heptanediol.

[0130] In a second alternative, the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention comprises as a bleach booster (b) a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms, and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms, different from the first linear alkanediol.

[0131] This means that the bleach booster (b) is an alkanediol mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more, i.e. two, three, four or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms. In this alternative, the first linear alkanediol may be any alkanediol as described herein generally for linear alkanediols and in particular for the first alternative of another aspect.

[0132] For example, the mixture can include one first linear alkane diol and one, two, three or more second linear alkane diols; or the mixture can include two first linear alkane diols and one, two, three or more second linear alkane diols, etc., provided that in each mixture, the first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol are different from each other.

[0133] The second linear alkanediol preferably consists of a chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms linked to each other by a single covalent bond, wherein the two OH functions are attached to two different carbon atoms in the chain.

[0134] The at least one second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol and undecanediol.

[0135] In a more preferred variant, the at least one second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 5 to 10 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol and decanediol.

[0136] In a more preferred variant, the at least one second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and nonanediol, most preferably heptanediol, octanediol and nonanediol.

[0137] In a more preferred variant, the at least one second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having a lower carbon number of 5 to 8, i.e. pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a carbon number of 6 to 8, i.e. hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a carbon number of 7 and 8, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0138] In a preferred variant, the at least one second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having 7 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having 7 to 9 carbon atoms, i.e. heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having 7 and 8 carbon atoms, i.e. heptanediol and octanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0139] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms from 9 to 11, i.e. nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 9 and 10, i.e. nonanediol, decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0140] The phrase "different from each other" means that the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in the mixture are different in the length of their carbon chains (ie, the number of carbon atoms) or in their structural isomerism.

[0141] Likewise, the first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol in the mixture may also have the same number of carbon atoms. For example, the first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol have carbon chains of 7 carbon atoms, but the first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol differ in their structural isomerism or in their stereoisomerism.

[0142] According to a second alternative of another aspect, if the first alkanediol and the second alkanediol are both, for example, heptanediol, the second linear alkanediol, heptanediol, is a different structural isomer or stereoisomer than the first linear alkanediol.

[0143] In a preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention comprises a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, wherein the number of carbon atoms of the first alkanediol and the second alkanediol is the same or different.

[0144] If both the first alkanediol and the second alkanediol have the same number of carbon atoms, this alkanediol combination is also referred to herein as a "homoalkanediol mixture" or a "homocombination." For example, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol have carbon chains of 7 carbon atoms, but the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol differ in their structural isomers or in their stereoisomers.

[0145] If the first alkanediol and the second alkanediol have different numbers of carbon atoms, this alkanediol combination is also referred to herein as a "heteroalkanediol mixture" or "heterocombination". For example, the first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 carbon atoms and the second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 8 carbon atoms. However, in addition to this, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol may differ in their structural isomerism or in their stereoisomerism.

[0146] In a preferred variant, the present invention relates to a detergent and cleaning composition wherein at least one linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol and tetradecanediol; and / or the one or more second linear alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol and tetradecanediol.

[0147] Particularly preferred are bleach booster mixtures wherein at least the first linear alkanediol is selected from alkanediols having a lower number of carbon atoms of from 5 to 8 and wherein the second alkanediol or alkanediols are selected from alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms of from 9 to 11.

[0148] Most preferred are bleach booster mixtures wherein at least the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol and any mixtures thereof, and the one or more second alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0149] The term "alkanediol" in the context of the present invention also includes its structural isomers or positional isomers. Structural isomers are compounds with the same molecular formula but different linkages. Positional isomers (a specific form of structural isomerism) are structural isomers that can be considered to differ only in the position of the functional groups on the parent structure, in this case specifically the position of the two alcohol functions.

[0150] Depending on the number of carbon atoms in the carbon chain of the alkanediol, there are various positional isomers of the alkanediol: (x,x+1) structural isomer; (x,x+2) structural isomer; (x,x+3) structural isomer; etc. and α,ω structural isomer when the alcohol functional group is located at the end of the carbon chain, where x represents the number of carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain chemically bonded to the OH group of the alkanediol. For example: if x is 1, the two OH groups of the alkanediol are chemically bonded to the C1 and C2 carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain; if x is 2, the two OH groups of the alkanediol are chemically bonded to the C2 and C3 carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain.

[0151] In the (x,x+1) structural isomer, the two OH functional groups are attached ortho to two different adjacent carbon atoms in the chain. In the (x,x+2) structural isomer, the two OH functional groups are attached to two different carbon atoms in the chain, where the two carbon atoms are separated by one C atom. In the (x,x+3) structural isomer, the two OH functional groups are attached to two different carbon atoms in the chain, where the two carbon atoms are separated by two C atoms. In the α,ω structural isomer, the two functional groups are attached to the first C atom and the terminal C atom.

[0152] In preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms is preferably an vicinal (x,x+1) diol selected from the group consisting of 1,2-diol, 2,3-diol, 3,4-diol, 4,5-diol, another (x,x+1) diol and mixtures thereof, preferably an α,β-1,2-structural isomer.

[0153] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms is an vicinal (x,x+1) diol selected from the group consisting of 1,2-diol, 2,3-diol, 3,4-diol, 4,5-diol, another (x,x+1) diol and mixtures thereof, preferably an α,β-1,2-structural isomer.

[0154] Preferably, the linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol are selected from 1,2-alkanediol and / or 2,3-alkanediol.

[0155] Therefore, according to a preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, at least one linear alkanediol, the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol is a (x,x+1) structural isomer, wherein x represents the number of carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain chemically bonded to the OH group of the alkanediol, in particular 1,2-alkanediol, 2,3-alkanediol, 3,4-alkanediol or a mixture thereof, preferably 1,2-alkanediol or 2,3-alkanediol.

[0156] In further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms is preferably a non-vicinal (x,x+2) diol selected from the group consisting of 1,3-diol, 2,4-diol, 3,5-diol, further (x,x+2) diol and mixtures thereof, preferably an α,γ-1,3-structural isomer.

[0157] According to the present invention, vicinal (x,x+1) diols are most preferred, such as α,β or β,γ or γ,δ and the like.

[0158] In still more preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol and in particular the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-alkanediol, 2,3-alkanediol, 3,4-alkanediol or a mixture thereof, more preferably 2,3-alkanediol.

[0159] The linear alkanediol, in particular the 1,2-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and / or the second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, may preferably be those represented by the following formula: 1,2-Pentanediol

[0160] 1,2-Hexanediol

[0161] 1,2-Heptanediol

[0162] 1,2-Octanediol

[0163] 1,2-Nonanediol

[0164] 1,2-Decanediol

[0165] 1,2-Undecanediol

[0166] The linear alkanediol of the present invention, in particular the 2,3-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and / or the second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, may preferably be those represented by the following formula: 2,3-Pentanediol

[0167] 2,3-Hexanediol

[0168] 2,3-Heptanediol

[0169] 2,3-Octanediol

[0170] 2,3-Nonanediol

[0171] 2,3-Decanediol

[0172] 2,3-Undecanediol

[0173] The linear alkanediol, preferably 3,4-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and / or the second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, may preferably be those represented by the following formula: 3,4-Hexanediol

[0174] 3,4-Heptanediol

[0175] 3,4-Octanediol

[0176] 3,4-Nonanediol

[0177] 3,4-Decanediol

[0178] 3,4-Undecanediol

[0179] In a preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 3,4-pentanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, 2,3-Hexanediol, 3,4-Hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 3,4-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, 3,4-Undecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0180] In a preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 3,4-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, 3,4-Undecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0181] In a preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 3,4-Decanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0182] In a preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0183] In a preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0184] According to a preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0185] According to a more preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0186] According to an even more preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0187] According to a further preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0188] According to a most preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0189] Among the above-mentioned linear alkanediols or the first linear alkanediol, the following (x,x+1) structural isomers are preferred: 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol or mixtures thereof. The alkanediol is liquid at a purity of 90% to 99%.

[0190] Among the above-mentioned liquid alkanediols, 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol or a mixture of the above-mentioned liquid alkanediols is particularly preferred.

[0191] In further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-Pentanediol, 2,3-Pentanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, 2,3-Hexanediol, 1,2-Heptanediol, 2,3-Heptanediol, 1,2-Octanediol, 2,3-Octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0192] In further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-Heptanediol, 2,3-Heptanediol, 1,2-Octanediol, 2,3-Octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0193] More preferably, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol and mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol and mixtures thereof. However, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol may also preferably be selected from the group consisting of 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol and mixtures thereof.

[0194] Even more preferably, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is an α,β or β,γ diol, such as 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or a mixture thereof. However, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol may also preferably be an α,β or β,γ diol, such as 1,2-octanediol or 2,3-octanediol or a mixture thereof. A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-octanediol or a mixture comprising 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-heptanediol is also possible.

[0195] Most preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 1,2-pentanediol or 2,3-pentanediol or 1,2-hexanediol or 2,3-hexanediol or 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or 1,2-octanediol or 2,3-octanediol or 1,2-nonanediol or 2,3-nonanediol.

[0196] Likewise, in further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0197] More preferably, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the present invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and mixtures thereof, or may also be preferably selected from the group consisting of 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol and mixtures thereof, or may also be preferably selected from the group consisting of 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and mixtures thereof.

[0198] In a more preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a lower number of carbon atoms of 5 to 8, i.e. 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 6 to 8, i.e. 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 and 8, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0199] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is 1,2-pentanediol or 1,2-hexanediol or 1,2-heptanediol or 1,2-octanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0200] In a most preferred variation, at least one linear alkanediol or at least the first linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol.

[0201] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols with a relatively low number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleach boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. The improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleach booster.

[0202] In a more preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms from 7 to 11, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms from 7 to 10, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms from 7 to 9, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0203] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0204] In a more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms from 9 to 11, i.e. 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms between 9 and 10, i.e. 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0205] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is 1,2-decanediol or 1,2-undecanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0206] It has been found that these alkanediols show significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols with a higher number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions containing enzymes. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better overall performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0207] In still more preferred variants, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a lower number of carbon atoms of 5 to 8, i.e. 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 6 to 8, i.e. 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 and 8, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0208] In a still more preferred variant the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is 2,3-pentanediol or 2,3-hexanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-octanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0209] In a most preferred variation, at least one linear alkanediol or at least the first linear alkanediol is 2,3-heptanediol.

[0210] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols with a relatively low number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleach boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. The improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleach booster.

[0211] In a more preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 11, i.e. 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 10, i.e. 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 9, i.e. 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0212] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0213] In a still more preferred variant, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms from 9 to 11, i.e. 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 9 and 10, i.e. 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0214] In a still more preferred variation, the at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one first linear alkanediol is 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0215] It has been found that these alkanediols show significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols with a higher number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching accelerators and bleachable stain and / or removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions containing enzymes. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching accelerator, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better overall performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0216] In preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of: 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 3,4-pentanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, 2,3-Hexanediol, 3,4-Hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 3,4-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, 3,4-Undecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0217] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 3,4-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, 3,4-Undecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0218] In still more preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 3,4-Decanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0219] In an even more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 3,4-nonanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0220] In the most preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0221] According to a preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0222] According to a further preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0223] According to a further preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0224] According to a further preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0225] According to a further preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0226] Among the above-mentioned second linear alkanediols, the following (x,x+1) structural isomers are preferred: 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol or 2,3-tridecanediol. The alkanediol is liquid at a purity of 90% to 99%.

[0227] Particularly preferred among the above-mentioned liquid alkanediols are 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol or mixtures of the above-mentioned liquid alkanediols.

[0228] In further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-Pentanediol, 2,3-Pentanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, 2,3-Hexanediol, 1,2-Heptanediol, 2,3-Heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0229] In further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of: 1,2-Heptanediol, 2,3-Heptanediol, 1,2-Octanediol, 2,3-Octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0230] More preferably, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the present invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol and mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol and mixtures thereof. However, the second linear alkanediol may also be preferably selected from the group consisting of 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol and mixtures thereof.

[0231] Even more preferably, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is an α,β or β,γ diol, such as 1,2-pentanediol or 2,3-pentanediol or a mixture thereof. However, the second linear alkanediol may also preferably be an α,β or β,γ diol, such as 1,2-hexanediol or 2,3-hexanediol or a mixture thereof. A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-hexanediol or a mixture comprising 2,3-pentanediol and 1,2-hexanediol is also possible.

[0232] Most preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-pentanediol or 2,3-pentanediol or 1,2-hexanediol or 2,3-hexanediol or 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-octanediol or 2,3-nonanediol.

[0233] Likewise, in further preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0234] More preferably, in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and mixtures thereof, or may also be preferably selected from the group consisting of 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol and mixtures thereof, or may also be preferably selected from the group consisting of 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and mixtures thereof.

[0235] In a more preferred variant, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a lower carbon number of 5 to 8, i.e. 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a carbon number of 6 to 8, i.e. 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a carbon number of 7 and 8, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0236] In a still more preferred variation, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-pentanediol or 1,2-hexanediol or 1,2-heptanediol or 1,2-octanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0237] In a most preferred variation, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol.

[0238] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols with a relatively low number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleach boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. The improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better overall performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes compared to detergents and cleaning compositions to which the bleach boosters are not added.

[0239] In a more preferred variant, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 9 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0240] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0241] In a still more preferred variant, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms from 9 to 11, i.e. 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms between 9 and 10, i.e. 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0242] In a still more preferred variation, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-decanediol or 1,2-undecanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0243] It has been found that these alkanediols show significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols with a higher number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions containing enzymes. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better overall performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0244] In still more preferred variations, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a lower carbon number of 5 to 8, i.e. 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a carbon number of 6 to 8, i.e. 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a carbon number of 7 and 8, i.e. 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0245] In a still more preferred variation, the second linear alkanediol is 2,3-pentanediol or 2,3-hexanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-octanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0246] In a most preferred variation, the second linear alkanediol is 2,3-heptanediol.

[0247] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve bleachable stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols with a relatively low number of carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. The improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster.

[0248] In a more preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 11, i.e. 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 10, i.e. 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol and any mixture thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms of 7 to 9, i.e. 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and any mixture thereof.

[0249] It has been found that these alkanediols show particularly significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols significantly improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms are effectively used as bleaching boosters and bleachable stain and / or soil removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0250] In a still more preferred variant, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a higher number of carbon atoms from 9 to 11, i.e. 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof, or from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a number of carbon atoms between 9 and 10, i.e. 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0251] In a still more preferred variation, the second linear alkanediol is 2,3-decanediol or 2,3-undecanediol or any mixture thereof.

[0252] It has been found that these alkanediols show significant bleaching performance improvement properties. In addition, it has been found that these alkanediols improve stain and / or soil removal. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols with higher carbon atoms, and more specifically greater than 10 carbon atoms, are effectively used as bleaching accelerators and bleachable stain and / or removal enhancers in detergents and cleaning compositions containing enzymes. Compared with detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching accelerator, the improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better overall performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes.

[0253] In a further preferred variant, in the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the at least one linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is chosen from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol and any mixtures thereof; and / or The second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0254] In a more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprising a mixture or combination containing at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols thus comprise any of the following mixtures / combinations: ▪ A combination of 1,2-pentanediol and one of 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-hexanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-heptanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-octanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-nonanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-decanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-undecanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, and 1,2-decanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-pentanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-hexanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-heptanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-octanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-nonanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-decanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-undecanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-pentanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-hexanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-heptanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-octanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-nonanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-decanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-undecanediol and one of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-pentanediol and one of 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-hexanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-heptanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-octanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-nonanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-decanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, and 2,3-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 2,3-undecanediol and one of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and 2,3-decanediol.

[0255] In a particularly preferred variant, in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the linear alkanediol is chosen from 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0256] In a more particularly preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprising a mixture or combination of at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols comprise any of the following mixtures / combinations: ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol; or ▪A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-hexanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol; or ▪Contains a mixture of 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol In the homoalkanediol mixture, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol have the same number of carbon atoms.

[0257] Particularly advantageous are mixtures comprising a combination of 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol or a combination of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or a combination of 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol and / or 3,4-octanediol.

[0258] Most preferred are homoalkanediol mixtures comprising 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol or homoalkanediol mixtures comprising 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol or homoalkanediol mixtures comprising 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol due to their significant bleach boosting effect and improved stain and / or soil removal efficacy.

[0259] The above-specified homoalkanediol mixtures according to the invention comprising 1,2-alkanediol and 2,3-alkanediol are characterized by a synergistic effect, i.e. the alkanediol mixtures promote bleaching agents in detergent and cleaning compositions in a synergistic manner compared to their corresponding individual 1,2-alkanediol or 2,3-alkanediol substances.

[0260] The synergistic effect or action of the bleach-boosting agent is found for a homogeneous mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol.

[0261] The described synergistic effect of bleach-boosting agents is also observed for homogeneous mixtures comprising 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-hexanediol.

[0262] A homogeneous mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol is particularly advantageous since it has a particularly pronounced synergistic boosting effect on the bleaching ability of bleaches in detergent and cleaning compositions.

[0263] Alkanediol mixtures comprising 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol or 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol are particularly advantageous because the mixtures are effective in synergistically boosting bleaching agents in detergent and cleaning compositions.

[0264] Additionally, the alkanediol mixture comprising 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol or the alkanediol mixture comprising 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol synergistically improves the bleaching performance of bleaching agents in detergent and cleaning compositions.

[0265] The above-mentioned synergistic improvement in bleach performance in detergent and cleaning compositions is particularly pronounced for homogeneous mixtures comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or comprising 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol or comprising 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol.

[0266] The above-specified homoalkanediol mixtures comprising a 1,2-alkanediol and a corresponding 2,3-alkanediol show a marked synergistic effect and are clearly superior to the corresponding 1,2-alkanediol or 2,3-alkanediol alone and at the same concentration.

[0267] In particularly preferred variants, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprising a mixture or combination of at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols may therefore comprise any of the following mixtures / combinations: ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-octanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-hexanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-hexanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-octanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 1,2-nonanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-nonanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-pentanediol; or ▪A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-hexanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-octanediol; or ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-octanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-nonanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-nonanediol; or ▪A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-decanediol; or ▪Contains a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-undecanediol.

[0268] The above-specified alkanediol mixtures according to the invention comprising a first linear alkanediol and a second linear alkanediol are characterized by a synergistic effect, i.e. the alkanediol mixtures enhance the bleaching performance of bleaches in detergent and cleaning compositions in a synergistic manner compared to the corresponding individual 1,2-alkanediol and / or 2,3-alkanediol substances.

[0269] In a particularly preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprising a mixture or combination of at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols may thus comprise the following mixtures / combinations: ▪Contains a mixture of 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol.

[0270] Surprisingly, the alkanediol mixtures described have a particularly pronounced bleach-boosting effect.

[0271] In addition to the aforementioned bleach boosting effect, the aforementioned specified mixtures or combinations comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols also simultaneously have a synergistic bleachable stain and / or soil removal efficacy compared to the corresponding individual 1,2-alkanediol and / or 2,3-alkanediol materials.

[0272] Still more preferred are bleach booster mixtures wherein at least the first linear alkanediol is selected from 1,2-alkanediols having a lower carbon number of 5 to 8 and the second alkanediol(s) is selected from 1,2-alkanediols having a higher carbon number of 9 to 11.

[0273] Most preferred are bleach booster mixtures wherein at least the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol and any mixtures thereof, and the one or more second alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0274] Most preferred is a bleach booster blend wherein at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a lower carbon number of 5 to 8, i.e., 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixture thereof, and one or more second alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a higher carbon number of 9 to 11, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0275] Surprisingly, such alkanediol mixtures of short-chain alkanediols and long-chain alkanediols have a particularly pronounced bleach boosting effect. In addition, such alkanediol mixtures are also characterized by significantly improved bleachable stain and / or soil removal efficacy.

[0276] More preferred are such alkanediol mixtures in which the difference between the number of carbon atoms of at least the first straight chain alkanediol and the number of carbon atoms of the one or more second alkanediols is at least 2 carbon atoms. In those alkanediol mixtures, short chain alkanediols and long chain alkanediols are combined with each other, resulting in improved enzyme stability.

[0277] Still more preferred are bleach booster mixtures in which the difference between the number of carbon atoms of at least the first linear alkanediol and the number of carbon atoms of the one or more second alkanediols is at least 3 carbon atoms. With such alkanediol mixtures, the bleaching power effect is particularly pronounced.

[0278] Such combinations may include any of the following mixtures / combinations: ▪ A combination of 1,2-pentanediol and one of 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-hexanediol and one of 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol and 1,2-undecanediol; or ▪ A combination of 1,2-heptanediol and one of 1,2-decanediol and 1,2-undecanediol; and ▪A combination of 1,2-octanediol and one of 1,2-undecanediol.

[0279] In a further preferred variant according to the invention, in the detergent and cleaning compositions, the linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0280] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention, the linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol and any mixtures thereof.

[0281] Surprisingly, the addition of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol and other 2,3-alkanediols such as 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol to detergents and cleaning compositions comprising bleach leads to a significant bleach boosting effect compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without added 2,3-alkanediol.

[0282] According to a particularly preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 8 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 8 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 8 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0283] In a still more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 6 to 7 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 6 to 7 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having a carbon chain of 6 to 7 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0284] Surprisingly, it has been found that these short chain 1,2-alkanediols are particularly effective bleach boosters, which can also be effectively incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. In addition, it has been found that these materials show significantly improved bleachable stain and / or soil removal properties of detergents and cleaning compositions. Thus, such detergents and cleaning compositions show improved cleaning performance compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of such materials.

[0285] According to a particularly preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having a carbon chain of 7 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0286] In a more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 9 to 11 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 9 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having a carbon chain of 9 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol.

[0287] Surprisingly, these long-chain 1,2-alkanediols are particularly suitable bleach boosters, which can also be effectively incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. In addition, it has been found that these substances show significantly improved bleachable stain and / or soil removal properties of detergents and cleaning compositions. Thus, such detergents and cleaning compositions show improved cleaning properties compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of such substances.

[0288] In a further preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a log Pow value of ≤ 1, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a log Pow value of ≤ 1 and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having a log Pow value of ≤ 1 which is different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0289] The 1,2-alkanediol having a log Pow value of ≤ 1 is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol (log Pow = 0.06), 1,2-hexanediol (log Pow = 0.58), 1,2-heptanediol (log Pow = 0.9) and any mixture thereof. The 1,2-alkanediol is more soluble in water.

[0290] The Pow value is the partition coefficient of a compound at equilibrium for a two-phase system consisting of two immiscible solvents, n-octanol and water. Therefore, this value is a comparison of the solubility of the solute in these two liquids. Therefore, the partition coefficient measures the hydrophilicity or hydrophobicity of a chemical substance.

[0291] The log Pow value is a constant defined as follows: Log Pow = log10 (partition coefficient) Partition coefficient, P = [n-octanol] / [water] where [ ] represents the concentration of solute in the organic and / or aqueous partitions.

[0292] The log Pow values ​​were determined at a standard temperature of 25°C.

[0293] A log Pow value ≤ 1 means that the compound has a higher affinity for the aqueous phase (it is more hydrophilic) and is therefore more soluble in water; a log Pow value ≥ 1 indicates a higher concentration in the lipid phase (i.e. the compound is more lipophilic) and is therefore more soluble in fat-like solvents.

[0294] Surprisingly, it has been found that 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≤ 1 are particularly suitable bleach boosters, which can also be effectively incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. In addition, it has been found that the aforementioned 1,2-alkanediols exhibit significantly improved stain and / or soil removal properties in detergents and cleaning compositions. Thus, detergents and cleaning compositions comprising 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≤ 1 show improved cleaning properties compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of such 1,2-alkanediols.

[0295] In a further preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a log Pow value of ≥ 1, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a log Pow value of ≥ 1 and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having a log Pow value of ≥ 1 which are different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0296] The 1,2-alkanediol having a log Pow value of ≥ 1 is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-octanediol (log Pow = 2.1), 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixture thereof. The 1,2-alkanediol is more soluble in fat-like solvents such as n-octanol.

[0297] Surprisingly, it has been found that 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≥ 1 are suitable bleach boosters that can also be effectively incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. In addition, it has been found that the aforementioned 1,2-alkanediols exhibit significantly improved stain and / or soil removal properties in detergents and cleaning compositions. Thus, detergents and cleaning compositions comprising 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≥ 1 exhibit improved cleaning properties compared to detergents and cleaning compositions to which such 1,2-alkanediols are not added.

[0298] The term "alkanediol" in the context of the present invention also includes its stereoisomers. Stereoisomers are molecules with the same molecular formula and differ only in how their atoms are arranged in three-dimensional space. According to the definition, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol with a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or the second linear alkanediol with a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms of the present invention as described in detail above includes the following stereoisomers: 1,2-Alkanediol Stereoisomers: (2S)-pentane-1,2-diol, (2R)-pentane-1,2-diol, (2S)-hexane-1,2-diol, (2R)-hexane-1,2-diol, (2S)-heptane-1,2-diol, (2R)-heptane-1,2-diol, (2S)-octane-1,2-diol, (2R)-octane-1,2-diol, (2S)-nonane-1,2-diol, (2R)-nonane-1,2-diol, (2S)-Decane-1,2-diol, (2R)-Decane-1,2-diol, (2S)-Undecane-1,2-diol, (2R)-Undecane-1,2-diol, (2S)-dodecane-1,2-diol, (2R)-dodecane-1,2-diol, (2S)-Tridecane-1,2-diol, (2R)-Tridecane-1,2-diol, (2S)-Tetradecane-1,2-diol, (2R)-Tetradecane-1,2-diol, 2,3-Alkanediol Stereoisomers: (2S,3S)-pentane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-pentane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-hexane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-hexane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-heptane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-heptane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-octane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-octane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-nonane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-nonane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-Decane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-Decane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-Undecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-Undecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-dodecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-dodecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-tridecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-tridecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3S)-tetradecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3R)-tetradecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-pentane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-pentane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-hexane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-hexane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-heptane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-heptane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-Octane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-Octane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-nonane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-nonane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-Decane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-Decane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-Undecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-Undecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-Dodecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-Dodecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-Tridecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-Tridecane-2,3-diol, (2S,3R)-Tetradecane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-Tetradecane-2,3-diol.

[0299] 3,4-Alkanediol Stereoisomers: (3R,4R)-pentane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-pentane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-hexane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-hexane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-heptane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-heptane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-octane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-octane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-nonane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-nonane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-decane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-decane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-Undecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-Undecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-dodecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-dodecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-tridecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-tridecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4R)-tetradecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4S)-tetradecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-pentane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-pentane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-hexane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-hexane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-heptane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-heptane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-Octane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-Octane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-nonane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-nonane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-Decane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-Decane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-Undecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-Undecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-dodecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-dodecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-Tridecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-Tridecane-3,4-diol, (3R,4S)-Tetradecane-3,4-diol, (3S,4R)-Tetradecane-3,4-diol.

[0300] In the present context, the term "1,2-diol", "2,3-diol" or "3,4-diol" includes the corresponding S- and R-enantiomers and any mixtures of these, ie mixtures of racemates of the corresponding diols.

[0301] The alkanediol mixture of the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the invention comprises 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, or still more preferably in a ratio in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0302] In the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the present invention, 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are preferably contained in the mixture in a ratio ranging from 98:2 to 99.9:0.1.

[0303] In the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the present invention, 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are preferably contained in the alkanediol mixture in a ratio ranging from 95:5 to 99.9:0.1.

[0304] Preferably, 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are contained in the mixture of the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the invention in a ratio of ≥ 95: ≤ 5, more preferably in a ratio of ≥ 96: ≤ 4; still more preferably in a ratio of ≥ 97: ≤ 3, and most preferably in a ratio of ≥ 98: ≤ 2.

[0305] Most of all mixtures of detergents and cleaning compositions according to the first aspect of the invention comprise 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio of ≥ 95 : ≤ 5 (including ratios ≥ 95.5 : ≤ 4.5; ≥ 96 : ≤ 4; ≥ 96.5 : ≤ 3.5; ≥ 97 : ≤ 3; ≥ 97.5 : 2.5 and ≥ 98.0 : ≤ 2.0).

[0306] Even more preferably, the alkanediol mixture of the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the invention comprises a ratio of ≥ 98: ≤ 2 (including ≥ 98.1: ≤ 1.9; ≥ 98.2: ≤ 1.8; ≥ 98.3: ≤ 1.7; ≥ 98.4: ≤ 1.6; ≥ 98.5: ≤ 1.5; ≥ 98.6: ≤ 1.4; ≥ 98.7: ≤ 1.3; ≥ 98.8: ≤ 1.2; ≥ 98.9: ≤ 1.1; ≥ 99: ≤ 1.0; ≥ 99.1: ≤ 0.9; ≥ 99.2: ≤ 0.8; ≥ 99.3: ≤ 0.7; ≥ 99.4: ≤ 0.6; ≥ 99.5 : ≤ 0.5; ≥ 99.6 : ≤ 0.4; ≥ 99.7 : ≤ 0.3; ≥ 99.8 : ≤ 0.2 and ≥ 99.9 : ≤ 0.1) of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol.

[0307] The first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol as defined in detail above are present in the alkanediol mixture according to the second aspect of the invention in a ratio in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, still more preferably in a ratio in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0308] In the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the present invention, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol are preferably contained in a mixture in a ratio ranging from 98:2 to 99.9:0.1.

[0309] In the detergent and cleaning agent composition according to another aspect of the present invention, the first linear alkanediol and the second alkanediol are preferably contained in the alkanediol mixture in a ratio ranging from 95:5 to 99.9:0.1.

[0310] Preferably, the first linear alkanediol and the second alkanediol are contained in a mixture of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the present invention in a ratio of ≥ 95: ≤ 5, more preferably in a ratio of ≥ 96: ≤ 4; still more preferably in a ratio of ≥ 97: ≤ 3, and most preferably in a ratio of ≥ 98: ≤ 2.

[0311] The majority of all mixtures of detergents and cleaning compositions according to another aspect of the invention comprise the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in a ratio of ≥ 95 : ≤ 5 (including ratios ≥ 95.5 : ≤ 4.5; ≥ 96 : ≤ 4; ≥ 96.5 : ≤ 3.5; ≥ 97 : ≤ 3; ≥ 97.5 : 2.5 and ≥ 98.0 : ≤ 2.0).

[0312] Even more preferably, the alkanediol mixture of the detergent and cleaning composition according to another aspect of the present invention comprises a ratio of ≥ 98: ≤ 2 (including ≥ 98.1: ≤ 1.9; ≥ 98.2: ≤ 1.8; ≥ 98.3: ≤ 1.7; ≥ 98.4: ≤ 1.6; ≥ 98.5: ≤ 1.5; ≥ 98.6: ≤ 1.4; ≥ 98.7: ≤ 1.3; ≥ 98.8: ≤ 1.2; ≥ 98.9: ≤ 1.1; ≥ 99: ≤ 1.0; ≥ 99.1: ≤ 0.9; ≥ 99.2: ≤ 0.8; ≥ 99.3: ≤ 0.7; ≥ 99.4: ≤ 0.6; ≥ 99.5 : ≤ 0.5; ≥ 99.6 : ≤ 0.4; ≥ 99.7 : ≤ 0.3; ≥ 99.8 : ≤ 0.2 and ≥ 99.9 : ≤ 0.1).

[0313] Alternatively, the ratio range of the first alkanediol and the second alkanediol is switched so that the second alkanediol is a main component and the first alkanediol is a minor component.

[0314] In an advantageous variant according to another aspect of the invention, the alkanediol mixture comprises as the first linear alkanediol a 1,2-alkanediol such as 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and as the second linear alkanediol the corresponding 2,3-alkanediol such as 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol in a ratio in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, still more preferably in a ratio in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0315] Likewise, for the alkanediol mixture, the ratio of the first linear alkanediol: the second alkanediol or the ratio range as described above is also applicable.

[0316] In yet another variation, according to another aspect of the invention, the alkanediol mixture comprises as the first linear alkanediol a 2,3-alkanediol, such as 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and as the second linear alkanediol the corresponding 1,2-alkanediol, such as 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, in a ratio ranging from 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio ranging from 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio ranging from 80:20 to 98:2, and still more preferably in a ratio ranging from 90:10 to 95:5.

[0317] Likewise, for the alkanediol mixture, the ratio of the first linear alkanediol: the second alkanediol or the ratio range as described above is also applicable.

[0318] In a more advantageous variant according to another aspect of the invention, in an alkanediol mixture comprising a combination of a 1,2-alkanediol as the first linear alkanediol and a corresponding 2,3-alkanediol as the second linear alkanediol, such as 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol, or 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-hexanediol, or 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, or 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol, or 1,2-Undecanediol and 2,3-Undecanediol, or 1,2-dodecanediol and 2,3-dodecanediol, or 1,2-Tridecanediol and 2,3-tridecanediol, or In 1,2-tetradecanediol and 2,3-tetradecanediol, The first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol are present in a ratio ranging from 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio ranging from 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio ranging from 80:20 to 98:2 or still more preferably in a ratio ranging from 90:10 to 95:5.

[0319] Likewise, for the alkanediol mixture, the ratio of the first linear alkanediol: the second alkanediol or the ratio range as described above is also applicable.

[0320] Preferred variants according to another aspect of the invention also include a mixture comprising 1,2-hexanediol as the first linear alkanediol and 1,2-octanediol as the second linear alkanediol, the ratio of the two being in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, or even more preferably in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0321] Therefore, according to another preferred variant, the invention relates to a detergent and cleaning composition, (i) the mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol comprises 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, still more preferably in a ratio in the range of 90:10 to 95:5; or (ii) the mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols comprises the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in a ratio in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, and still more preferably in a ratio in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0322] By virtue of the above specified mixing ratios, the above alkanediol mixtures exhibit synergistically enhanced bleach boosting and bleachable stain and / or soil removal effects compared to the corresponding individual alkanediol materials.

[0323] As described in US 2019 / 0241491 A1 and US 2020 / 0189995 A1, alkanediols are synthesized from petrochemicals or other fossil fuel sources by known methods (such as olefin dihydroxylation, epoxide hydrolysis or various chemical conversions) or synthesized from biologically derived raw materials by fermentation or synthesized from biologically based natural and renewable raw materials (such as biomass) by catalytic synthesis. The alkanediols used according to the present invention include petrochemically derived and biologically based natural and renewable raw material derived alkanediols. Preferably, the alkanediols are from a bio-based source and are therefore bio-alkanediols.

[0324] In addition to the alkanediols specified above, bleach boosters according to the detergent and cleaning compositions of the invention are (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl, or (bIII ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (b IV ) Tropolone, or any mixture of the above agents.

[0325] Glyceryl Caprylate (b II )

[0326] It is a natural emollient derived from glycerin and vegetable fatty acids, usually appearing as a white waxy solid. This ingredient is used in many skin care products due to its emollient and moisturizing properties to help maintain the moisture balance in the skin. II ) are used as antimicrobial active ingredients in cosmetic preparations.

[0327] Surprisingly, it has been found that the oily surfactant co-emulsifier caprylic acid glyceryl is a further suitable bleaching accelerator within the meaning of the present invention.

[0328] 4-Hydroxyacetophenone (4-HAP) III )

[0329] It has oxidation-inhibiting, fungicidal and bacterial growth-inhibiting properties and is therefore used to stabilize cosmetic formulations.

[0330] Surprisingly, it was found that 4-HAP is another suitable bleach booster within the meaning of the present invention.

[0331] Tropolone (b V )

[0332] It is known for its antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and chelating properties and therefore used in cosmetic preparations.

[0333] Surprisingly it has been found that tropolone acts as a bleach booster in detergent and cleaning compositions within the meaning of the present invention.

[0334] The bleaching accelerators (b II )、(b III ) and (b IV ) can be used in detergent and cleaning compositions alone or in the form of a mixture of two or even more bleach boosters.

[0335] In particularly preferred variants, the at least one bleach booster (b) in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprises any of the following mixtures / combinations: ▪Include(b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl and (b III) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Include(b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl and (b IV ) a mixture of tropolones; and ▪Include(b III ) 4-Hydroxyacetophenone and (b IV ) A mixture of tropones.

[0336] With such bleach booster mixtures, even a synergistic bleach boosting effect can be observed.

[0337] Similarly, the single bleach booster (b II )、(b III ) and (b IV ) or two or three bleaching accelerators (b II )、(b III ) and (b IV ) can also be mixed with one or two alkanediol bleach boosters (b I ) are used in detergent and cleaning compositions. Preferably, such mixtures contain two or even more bleach boosters as defined herein.

[0338] In particularly preferred variants, the at least one bleach booster (b) in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprises any of the following mixtures / combinations: ▪Include(b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above, and (b II ) a mixture of caprylic glycerides; ▪Include(b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above, and (b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Include(b I) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above, and (b V ) A mixture of tropones.

[0339] In a preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise any one of the following accelerator mixtures / combinations selected from the group consisting of: ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-caprylyl glycol; ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-decanediol; ▪Include(b II ) a mixture of glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-undecanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-decanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-undecanediol; ▪Include(b V ) a mixture of tropolone and 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Include(b V ) a mixture of tropolone and 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Include(b V ) a mixture of tropolone and 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Include(b V ) a mixture of tropolone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Include(b V ) a mixture of tropolone and 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Include(b V ) a mixture of tropolone and 1,2-decanediol; ▪Include(b V ) A mixture of tropolone and 1,2-undecanediol.

[0340] Surprisingly, it has been found that the mixtures / combinations specified above are particularly effective bleach boosters, which can also be effectively incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. In addition, it has been found that mixtures of these bleach boosters significantly improve the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils. The improved bleaching performance and improved stain and / or soil removal result in better performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in washing or cleaning processes compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleach booster.

[0341] Surprisingly, even a synergistic bleaching boosting effect can be observed with such bleach booster mixtures.

[0342] Most preferably, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention comprise a mixture of bleach boosters containing a combination of 1,2-alkanediol and 4-hydroxyacetophenone selected from the group consisting of: ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Include(b III ) a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-decanediol; ▪Include(b III) A mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-undecanediol.

[0343] It has been found that these mixtures show significant synergistic bleach boosting capabilities in detergents and cleaning compositions. Thus, such detergents and cleaning compositions show improved cleaning properties compared to detergents and cleaning compositions to which such bleach boosting combinations are not added.

[0344] However, a particularly pronounced bleach boosting effect can be observed for the following bleach boosters: ▪1,2-Pentanediol; ▪1,2-Hexanediol; ▪1,2-Heptanediol; ▪1,2-Octanediol; ▪1,2-nonanediol; ▪1,2-Decanediol; ▪1,2-Undecanediol; ▪Glyceryl caprylate; ▪4-Hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Treptolide; ▪A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; and ▪Contains a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol.

[0345] For the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the list of bleach boosters (b) specified herein can be combined arbitrarily with the list of bleaching agents specified herein.

[0346] In a particularly advantageous variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise one of the following combinations of components (a) and (b): ▪ Chlorine bleach plus one or more of the following bleach boosters: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪ Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Alkali metal percarbonate plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Alkali metal perborate plus one or more of the following bleach accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Alkali metal superphosphate plus one or more of the following bleach accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Alkali metal persulfate plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Alkali metal persilicate plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Percarboxylic acid bleach plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪ A photoactivated bleach plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; and ▪ Chlorine or bromine releasing bleach plus one or more of the following bleach boosters: (b I) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; and ▪ Oxidase plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV ) Tropolone.

[0347] In a particularly preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise one of the following combinations of components (a) and (b): ▪ Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV );or ▪Sodium percarbonate plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Sodium perborate plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV )tropolone; or ▪Peracetic acid plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV ) (b V ) Tropolone; ▪ Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus one or more of the following bleach accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV ) Tropolone; ▪ Glucose oxidase plus one or more of the following bleaching accelerators: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined above; (b II ) caprylic acid glyceryl ester; (b III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone; or (b IV ) Tropolone.

[0348] In a more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise one of the following combinations of components (a) and (b): ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-pentanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-hexanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-heptanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-octanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus caprylic glyceryl; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus tropolone; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus a mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-octanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus glyceryl caprylate; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus tropolone; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus a mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-octanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus caprylic glyceryl; ▪Sodium perborate plus 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Sodium perborate plus tropolone; ▪Sodium perborate plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; ▪Sodium perborate plus a mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-octanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus caprylic glyceryl; ▪Peracetic acid plus 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Peracetic acid plus tropolone; ▪Peracetic acid plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; ▪Peracetic acid plus a mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-hexanediol; ▪ Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-heptanediol; ▪ Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-octanediol; ▪Phthaloyl peroxycaproic acid plus glyceryl caprylate; ▪Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Phthaloyl peroxycaproic acid plus tropolone; ▪phthalimidocaproic acid plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; ▪phthalimidocaproic acid plus a mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-pentanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-hexanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-heptanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-octanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus caprylylglyceride; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 4-hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Glucose oxidase plus tropolone; ▪Glucose oxidase plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus a mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; or ▪Glucose oxidase plus a mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol.

[0349] In a further preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise one of the following combinations of components (a) and (b): ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-nonanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-decanediol; ▪ Hydrogen peroxide plus 1,2-undecanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-decanediol; ▪Sodium percarbonate plus 1,2-undecanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-decanediol; ▪Sodium perborate plus 1,2-undecanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-decanediol; ▪Peracetic acid plus 1,2-undecanediol; ▪ Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-nonanediol; ▪ Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-decanediol; ▪ Phthaloimidoperoxycaproic acid plus 1,2-undecanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-nonanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-decanediol; ▪Glucose oxidase plus 1,2-undecanediol.

[0350] It has been unexpectedly found that the aforementioned combination comprising a bleaching agent and a bleach booster results in superior bleaching performance in detergent and cleaning compositions, ie the bleaching performance of such detergents and cleaning compositions is better than the bleaching performance of detergents and cleaning compositions not comprising a bleach booster.

[0351] However, the combinations comprising bleaching agents and bleach boosters not only have significant bleaching capabilities but are also beneficial in laundry detergents, detergents for manual and automatic dishwashing, cleaners for medical and dental instruments, stain removers, etc., because they exhibit enhanced bleachable stain and / or soil removal activity compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleach booster, thereby resulting in improved cleaning performance when used.

[0352] Surfactant / component (c1, c2, c3, c) The detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least one surfactant. (c1, c2, c3, c).

[0353] Surfactants are added for a variety of reasons, primarily for their detergency and surface active properties. They remove soil from clothes and surfaces during the washing and cleaning process and keep it suspended in the wash solution. Some surfactants perform other functions, such as foam suppression.

[0354] The detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention may comprise any kind of surfactant, ie anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, nonionic surfactants, amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants and any mixtures thereof.

[0355] Suitable surfactants which can be incorporated into the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention are: Anionic surfactants Anionic surfactants suitable for use in detergents and cleaning compositions of the present invention may include any conventional anionic surfactants. Typical examples of anionic surfactants include: C10 to C18 alkylbenzene sulfonates; C10 to C18 alkyl sulfates; C10 to C18 alkyl sulfates ethoxylated with 1 to 3 mol of ethylene oxide; C10 to C18 alpha-olefin sulfonates; C8 to C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 1 to 10 mol of ethylene oxide; and any mixtures thereof.

[0356] In preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the anionic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: C10 to C13 alkylbenzene sulfonates; C12 to C15 alkyl sulfates; C12 to C14 alkyl sulfates ethoxylated with 1 to 3 mol of ethylene oxide; C12 to C16 alpha-olefin sulfonates; C8 to C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 3 to 10 mol of ethylene oxide; and any mixtures thereof.

[0357] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the anionic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: Dodecylbenzenesulfonate; Lauryl sulfate; Lauryl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 mol of ethylene oxide; C12 to C14 alpha-olefin sulfonates; C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 9 to 10 mol of ethylene oxide; and any mixtures thereof.

[0358] For laundry detergents, the anionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of dodecylbenzene sulfonate, dodecyl sulfate, dodecyl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixtures thereof.

[0359] For hand dishwashing detergents, the anionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of lauryl sulfate, lauryl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixtures thereof.

[0360] For hard surface cleaning detergents, the anionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of lauryl sulfate, lauryl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixtures thereof.

[0361] Cationic surfactants Cationic surfactants suitable for use in detergents and cleaning compositions of the present invention may include any conventional cationic surfactants. Typical examples of cationic surfactants include: Quaternary C8 to C18 alkylethanolamines; Quaternary C8 to C18 alkyl ammonium compounds; C8 to C18 alkyl ammonium methyl sulfate; and any mixtures thereof.

[0362] In preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the cationic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: Quaternary C12 to C18 alkylethanolamines; Quaternary C12 to C18 alkyl ammonium compounds; C12 to C18 alkyl ammonium methyl sulfate; and any mixtures thereof.

[0363] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the cationic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: Quaternary C16 to C18 alkylethanolamines; Quaternary C16 to C18 alkyl ammonium compounds; C14 to C18 alkyl ammonium methyl sulfate; and any mixtures thereof.

[0364] For hard surface cleaning detergents, the cationic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of quaternary C16 to C18 alkyl ammonium compounds and any mixtures thereof.

[0365] For fabric softeners, the cationic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of C14 to C18 alkyl ammonium methyl sulfates and any mixtures thereof.

[0366] Nonionic surfactants The nonionic surfactants suitable for use in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention may include any conventional nonionic surfactants. Typical examples of nonionic surfactants include: C6 to C18 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1 to 12 mol of ethylene oxide; Alkoxylated C6 to C18 fatty alcohols such as C6 to C18 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 1 to 25 mol of ethylene oxide, C6 to C18 fatty alcohol propoxylated with 1 to 15 mol of propylene oxide, C6 to C18 fatty alcohol butoxylated with 1 to 10 moles of butylene oxide, and combinations thereof; C6 to C18 sophorolipids; C6 to C18 rhamnolipids; C5 to C18 alkyl polyglycosides; C6 to C18 alkanolamides; C6 to C18 fatty acid ester alkoxylates; and any mixtures thereof.

[0367] In preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the nonionic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: C8 to C15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3 to 8 mol of ethylene oxide; Alkoxylated C8 to C15 fatty alcohols such as C8 to C15 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 1 to 25 mol of ethylene oxide, C8 to C15 fatty alcohol propoxylated with 1 to 15 mol of propylene oxide, C8 to C15 fatty alcohol butoxylated with 1 to 10 moles of butylene oxide, and combinations thereof; C8 to C18 sophorolipids; C8 to C18 rhamnolipids; C7 to C15 alkyl polyglycosides; C8 to C15 alkanolamides; C8 to C15 fatty acid ester alkoxylates; and any mixtures thereof.

[0368] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the nonionic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: C10 to C18 sophorolipids; C10 to C18 rhamnolipids; C8 to C14 alkyl polyglycosides; · Cocoamide DEA / MEA; C10 to C14 fatty acid ester alkoxylates; and any mixtures thereof.

[0369] In still more preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the nonionic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: C10 to C18 sophorolipids; C10 to C18 rhamnolipids; C8 to C14 alkyl polyglycosides; and any mixtures thereof.

[0370] The nonionic detergents are particularly useful for preparing "green" detergent cleaning compositions.

[0371] For laundry detergents, dishwashing detergents and hard surface cleaning detergents, the nonionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of C10 to C18 sophorolipids, C10 to C18 rhamnolipids, C8 to C14 alkyl polyglycosides and any mixtures thereof.

[0372] In a further preferred variant, for laundry detergents the nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of C12 to C14 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 7 mol of ethylene oxide, C13 to C15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 7 mol of ethylene oxide and any mixtures thereof.

[0373] In a further preferred variant, for hard surface cleaning, such as a degreaser, the nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of C9 to C11 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3 to 8 mol of ethylene oxide, C10 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3 to 8 mol of ethylene oxide, and any mixtures thereof.

[0374] In a further preferred variant, for automatic dishwashing, the nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of C12 to C14 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 5 mol of ethylene oxide and / or propoxylated with 4 mol of propylene oxide.

[0375] Amphoteric / Zwitterionic Surfactants Suitable amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants for use in detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention may include any conventional amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants. Typical examples of amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants include: C10 to C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide; C10 to C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide; C10 to C18 alkylamidopropyl dimethylamine oxide; C10 to C18 alkyl betaine; C10 to C18 alkyl amido betaines; C10 to C18 sulfobetaines; and any mixtures of the above surfactants.

[0376] In preferred variants of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants are chosen from the group consisting of: C10 to C15 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide; C10 to C15 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide; C10 to C15 alkylamidopropyl dimethylamine oxide; C10 to C15 alkyl betaine; C10 to C15 alkyl amido betaine; C10 to C15 sulfobetaines; and any mixtures of the above surfactants.

[0377] In a more preferred variant of the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant is chosen from the group consisting of: C12 to C14 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide; C12 to C14 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxides; C12 to C14 alkylamidopropyl dimethylamine oxide; C12 to C14 alkyl betaine; C12 to C14 alkyl amido betaine; C12 to C14 sulfobetaines; and any mixtures of the above surfactants.

[0378] For hand dishwashing detergents, the amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of C12 to C14 alkyl betaines and any mixtures thereof.

[0379] In a preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise an anionic surfactant or a mixture of two or even more anionic surfactants selected from the group consisting of: C10 to C18 alkylbenzene sulfonates; C10 to C18 alkyl sulfates; C10 to C18 alkyl sulfates ethoxylated with 1 to 3 mol of ethylene oxide; C10 to C18 alpha-olefin sulfonates; C8 to C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 1 to 10 moles of ethylene oxide; and - Preferred variants thereof as described above.

[0380] In a more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a cationic surfactant or a mixture of two or even more cationic surfactants selected from the group consisting of: Quaternary C8 to C18 alkylethanolamines; Quaternary C8 to C18 alkyl ammonium compounds; C8 to C18 alkyl ammonium methyl sulfate; and - Preferred variants thereof as described above.

[0381] In a still more preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a nonionic surfactant or a mixture of two or even more nonionic surfactants selected from the group consisting of: C8 to C15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3 to 8 mol of ethylene oxide; Alkoxylated C8 to C15 fatty alcohols such as C8 to C15 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 1 to 25 mol of ethylene oxide, C8 to C15 fatty alcohol propoxylated with 1 to 15 mol of propylene oxide, C8 to C15 fatty alcohol butoxylated with 1 to 10 moles of butylene oxide, and combinations thereof; C8 to C18 sophorolipids; C8 to C18 rhamnolipids; C7 to C15 alkyl polyglycosides; C8 to C15 alkanolamides; C8 to C15 fatty acid ester alkoxylates; and - Preferred variants thereof as described above.

[0382] The surfactants specified above can be used alone or in the form of mixtures of two, three or even more surfactants from the same surfactant class (anionic, cationic, nonionic, amphoteric / zwitterionic) or as mixtures of surfactants from different surfactant classes.

[0383] In a most preferred variant, detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a combined mixture of one or even more anionic surfactants and one or even more nonionic surfactants as specified herein, i.e. a combination of one or more anionic surfactants and one or more nonionic surfactants.

[0384] Alternatively, detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a combined mixture of one or even more cationic surfactants and one or even more nonionic surfactants as specified herein, ie a combination of one or more cationic surfactants and one or more nonionic surfactants.

[0385] The above numerical ranges listed for the number of C atoms of the surfactant given in the form "Cx to Cy" include the values ​​defining the range and include each integer within the defined range, and the range of C10 to C18 includes C10, C11, C12, C13, C14, C15, C16, C17 and C18. For example, the term "C10 to C18 alkyl" includes decyl, undecyl, dodecyl, tridecyl, tetradecyl, pentadecyl, hexadecyl, heptadecyl and octadecyl. Similarly, the term "C12 to C14 alkyl" includes dodecyl, tridecyl and tetradecyl. For example, the term "C6 to C18 fatty alcohol" includes fatty alcohols having a carbon chain containing 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 or 18 carbon atoms. Similarly, the term "C6 to C18 rhamnolipid" includes structures comprising rhamnolipid and a carbon chain having 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, or 18 carbon atoms.

[0386] Enzymes or enzyme preparations / components (d1, d2, d3, d) The detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention optionally comprise as component (d1, d2, d3, d) at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme. The enzyme or enzyme mixture provides cleaning performance by removing stains and / or soils, and / or fabric care benefits.

[0387] Known enzyme is an effective chemical used with detergent and other cleaning agents to decompose dirt. Enzyme decomposes dirt, makes it more soluble, and enables surfactant to remove the area from the surface to provide enhanced substrate cleaning. Specifically, enzyme can provide the required activity of removing stains such as based on protein, based on carbohydrate or based on triglyceride from substrate. In addition, enzyme also helps to improve the washing result at lower temperatures. Therefore, enzyme has been used in various cleaning applications, to digest or degrade dirt, such as grease, oil (such as vegetable oil or animal fat), protein, carbohydrate etc. For example, enzyme can be used as a component of the composition for laundry, textile, utensil washing, in-situ cleaning, cleaning drains, floors, carpets, medical or dental equipment, meat cutting tools, hard surfaces, personal care etc.

[0388] Enzymes suitable for use in detergents and cleaning compositions can act by degrading or modifying one or more types of soil residues encountered on an apparatus or device, thereby removing the soil or making the soil more easily removable by the surfactant or other components of the cleaning composition. Both the degradation and modification of soil residues can improve detergency by reducing the physicochemical forces that bind the soil to the apparatus or device being cleaned, for example, the soil becomes more soluble in water. For example, one or more proteases can cut the complex macromolecular protein structures present in the soil residues into simpler short-chain molecules, which themselves are more easily desorbed, dissolved, or otherwise more easily removed by a washing solution containing the protease.

[0389] The detergent enzyme according to the present invention has cleaning, decolorization, stain removal or other beneficial effects as a component of detergents and cleaning compositions for instruments, devices or equipment, such as medical or dental instruments, devices or equipment; or for laundry, textiles, utensil washing, in-situ cleaning, drains, carpets, meat cutting tools, hard surfaces, personal care, etc.

[0390] Enzymes that can be used in detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention include enzymes that provide the desired activity for removing protein-based, carbohydrate-based or lipid-based (fat or dirt-based) stains and / or soils from substrates; for cleaning, decolorizing, decontamination and disinfecting pre-soaks, such as pre-soaks for medical and dental instruments, devices and equipment; for pre-soaks for flatware, cooking utensils and tableware; or for pre-soaks for meat cutting equipment; for machine utensil washing; for laundry and textile cleaning and decolorizing; for carpet cleaning and decolorizing; for cleaning in place (CIP) and decolorizing in place; for cleaning and decolorizing food processing surfaces and equipment; for drain cleaning; cleaning pre-soaks; etc.

[0391] Suitable enzymes for use according to the present invention are selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, cutinases, gluconidases, peroxidases, pectinases, mannanases, esterases, hemicellulases, xylanases, phospholipases, pectate lyases, keratinases, reductases, nucleases (including DNases and / or RNases), phenoloxidases, lipoxygenases, ligninases, pullulanases, tannases, pentosanases, melanases, ß-glucanases, arabinosidases, hyaluronidases, chondroitinases, oxidoreductases and any mixtures thereof.

[0392] More preferably, the enzymes in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention are selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, mannanases, pectate lyases and any mixtures thereof.

[0393] The enzymes used according to the invention are of any suitable origin, such as vegetable, animal, bacterial, fungal or yeast origin.

[0394] Protease Any protease or mixture of proteases from any source can be used in detergents and cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable in the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the protease can be derived from plants, animals or microorganisms, such as yeast, molds or bacteria. Preferred proteases include, but are not limited to, enzymes derived from Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis and Streptomyces griseus. Proteases derived from Bacillus subtilis are most preferred. Proteases can be purified or components of microbial extracts, and can be wild-type or variants (chemical or recombinant). Exemplary proteases are commercially available under the following trade names: Alcalase ® 、Blaze ® 、Savinase ® , Esperase ® 、Progress UNO ™ 、Liquanase ® and Pristine ® , each available from Novozymes; and Preferenz ® P and Excellenz ® P, each commercially available from DUPONT / IFF.

[0395] Amylase:Any amylase or mixture of amylases from any source can be used in detergents and cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable in the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the amylase can be derived from plants, animals or microorganisms, such as yeast, molds or bacteria. Preferred amylases include, but are not limited to, those derived from Bacillus (such as Bacillus licheniformis, Bacillus amyloliquefaciens, Bacillus subtilis or Bacillus stearothermophilus). Amylases derived from Bacillus subtilis are most preferred. The amylase can be purified or a component of a microbial extract, and can be wild type or variant (chemical or recombinant). Preferred amylases are commercially available under the following trade names: Stainzyme ® and Amplify ® , each available from Novozymes; and Preferenz ® S, available from DUPONT / IFF.

[0396] Lipase: Any lipase or mixture of lipases from any source can be used in detergents and cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable in the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the lipase can be derived from plants, animals or microorganisms, such as fungi or bacteria. Preferred proteases include, but are not limited to, enzymes derived from Pseudomonas such as Pseudomonas stutzeri ATCC 19.154 or from Humicola such as Humicola lanuginosa (usually recombinantly produced in Aspergillus oryzae). The lipase can be purified or a component of a microbial extract, and can be wild type or variant (chemical or recombinant). Preferred lipases can be obtained under the trade name Lipex ® (available from Novozymes) and Preferenz ® L (available from DUPONT / IFF) is commercially available.

[0397] Cellulase:Any cellulase or mixture of cellulases from any source can be used in detergents and cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable in the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the cellulase can be derived from plants, animals or microorganisms, such as fungi or bacteria. Preferred cellulases include, but are not limited to, those derived from Humicola insolens, Humicola strain DSM1800 or a fungus belonging to the genus Aeromonas that produces cellulase 212 and those extracted from the hepatopancreas of the marine mollusk Dolabella Auricula Solander. The cellulase can be a purified or microbial extract component and can be a wild type or variant (chemical or recombinant). Preferred cellulases are commercially available under the following trade names: Celluclean ® and Carezyme ® , each available from Novozymes; and Revitalenz ® , available from DUPONT / IFF.

[0398] The preferred enzyme selection depends on the conditions of the final application, including the physical product form, use pH, use temperature and the type of soil to be degraded or altered, and is influenced by factors such as pH activity and / or stability optimum, thermostability and stability to active detergents, builders, etc. The enzyme can be selected to provide the best activity and stability for any given set of application conditions. In this regard, bacterial or fungal enzymes are preferred.

[0399] Proteases, amylases and lipases are the most commonly used enzymes in detergents and cleaning compositions. Proteases are particularly useful for cleaning protein-containing soils, such as eggs, milk, meat residue, etc. Amylases are particularly useful for removing starch-based soils, such as pasta and rice. Lipases are particularly useful for cleaning soils that include fats / greases.

[0400] As will be determined by those skilled in the art, enzymes are designed to work on specific types of soils. For example, according to one embodiment of the present invention, a warewashing application may use a protease because it is effective at the high temperatures of a warewashing machine and is effective in reducing protein-based soils. Proteases are particularly useful for cleaning protein-containing soils such as blood, skin scales, mucus, grass, food (e.g., eggs, milk, spinach, meat scraps, tomato sauce), and the like.

[0401] According to the present invention, enzyme-containing detergents and cleaning compositions can vary according to specific cleaning applications and the types of dirt to be cleaned. For example, the temperature of a specific cleaning application will affect the enzyme selected for use in the enzyme composition according to the present invention. Utensil washing applications, for example, cleaning substrates at temperatures exceeding about 60°C, or exceeding about 70°C, or about 65°C to 80°C, and enzymes such as proteases are desirable due to their ability to maintain enzyme performance at such elevated temperatures. Laundry washing applications, for example, cleaning clothing at temperatures exceeding about 40°C, or exceeding about 50°C, or about 65°C to 90°C, and enzymes such as proteases are desirable due to their ability to maintain enzyme performance at such elevated temperatures.

[0402] Preferably, the at least one enzyme in the detergent and cleaning composition is selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, gluconidases, peroxidases or mixtures thereof.

[0403] In some variations, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning compositions is a protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase, gluconidase, peroxidase, mannanase, or any mixture thereof.

[0404] Preferably, the enzymes in the detergent and cleaning compositions are a mixture of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases and / or pectate lyases.

[0405] Preferred detersive enzymes in detergent and cleaning compositions include hydrolases such as proteases, amylases, lipases or combinations thereof.

[0406] Preferably, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning composition is a protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase, peroxidase, gluconidase or any mixture thereof.

[0407] In yet further preferred variations, the enzymes in the detergent and cleaning compositions disclosed herein are proteases, amylases, lipases or any mixtures thereof.

[0408] Still more preferably, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning compositions is a protease, an amylase or a mixture thereof.

[0409] Still more preferably, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning compositions is a protease, a lipase or a mixture thereof.

[0410] Still more preferably, the enzymes in the detergent and cleaning compositions are selected from amylases, lipases or mixtures thereof.

[0411] In some other embodiments, the enzymes in the detergent and cleaning compositions are proteases.

[0412] In yet other variations, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning compositions is an amylase.

[0413] In yet other variations, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning compositions is a lipase.

[0414] In yet other variations, the enzyme in the detergent and cleaning compositions is a cellulase.

[0415] Preferred enzymes in detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention for cleaning medical or dental devices or instruments include proteases, amylases, cellulases, lipases or combinations thereof.

[0416] Preferred enzymes in detergents and compositions according to the present invention for laundry or textile use include proteases, cellulases, lipases, peroxidases or combinations thereof.

[0417] Preferred enzymes for use in carpet detergents and compositions include proteases, amylases or combinations thereof.

[0418] For detergents, the enzyme is preferably selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, mannanases, pectate lyases and any mixtures thereof.

[0419] For fabric softeners, the enzyme is preferably a cellulase.

[0420] To increase the bleaching effect, oxidoreductases are optionally added to the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention.

[0421] The oxidoreductase is selected from the group consisting of oxidases, oxygenases, catalases, peroxidases such as haloperoxidases, chloroperoxidases, bromoperoxidases, lignin-peroxidases, glucose-peroxidases or manganese-peroxidases, dioxygenases or laccases such as phenoloxidases and polyphenoloxidases, and any mixtures thereof.

[0422] Commercial enzymes are available in liquid or dry form (i.e., discs, powders, etc.), sold as raw aqueous solutions or in various purified, processed and compounded forms established in the art, and include from about 0.1% to about 80% active enzyme by weight, usually in combination with stabilizers, buffers, cofactors, impurities and inert vehicles. The actual active enzyme content depends on the method of preparation and is not critical; it is assumed that the detergent and cleaning composition has the desired enzyme properties.

[0423] This comprises, for example, solid enzyme preparations obtained by granulation, extrusion or freeze-drying, or particularly in the case of liquid or gel-like reagents, advantageously concentrated as far as possible, low in water content and / or the solution of the enzyme adding a stabilizer. Alternatively, the enzyme can be encapsulated into solid and liquid application forms, for example, by spray drying or the enzyme solution is extruded together with preferred natural polymers, or encapsulated in the form of capsules, for example, those capsules in which the enzyme is encapsulated, such as in a solidified gel, or in those capsules of core-shell type, wherein the core containing the enzyme is coated with a protective layer of impermeable, air and / or chemical substances. Other active substances, for example stabilizers, emulsifiers, pigments, bleaching agents or dyestuffs, can be used in addition in the form of superimposed layers. Use methods known per se, for example, by vibration or rolling granulation or in a fluidized bed process, use such capsules. Advantageously, such particles are for example less dusty due to the application of polymer film-forming agents, and are stable in storage due to the coating. In addition, two or more enzymes can be packaged together so that a single particle shows a variety of enzyme performances.

[0424] In a preferred variant according to the invention, the enzyme is added to the detergent and cleaning composition as a single enzyme.

[0425] In some other variants, the enzyme added to the detergent and cleaning composition is preferably an enzyme mixture of two, three, four or even more different enzymes. Typically, for laundry detergents, the enzyme mixture comprises two (preferably proteases and amylases) to six enzymes.

[0426] In a more preferred variant, at least one enzyme is added to the detergent composition according to the invention as an enzyme preparation comprising an enzyme or a mixture of different enzymes in admixture with one or more stabilizers, preferably with one or more enzyme stabilizers and optionally buffers, additives and the like.

[0427] Preferably, enzyme stabilizers are added to enzyme preparations to stabilize enzymes in detergent and cleaning compositions from performance loss (ie, retaining enzyme activity or enzyme retention). Enzyme stabilizers stabilize enzymes by physical protection with the aid of a protective layer.

[0428] Enzyme preparations may vary depending upon the specific enzyme used.

[0429] Negatively charged anionic surfactants capture Ca and / or Mg ions from the washing liquid and form complexes. The formation of this complex leads to a reduction in washing performance. In order to prevent the formation of this complex, chelating agents (such as EDTA, HEDP, etc.) are added to detergents and cleaning compositions. However, these chelating agents not only complex the Ca ions and / or Mg ions from the washing liquid, but also capture the Ca ions and Mg ions from the surface of the enzyme, which in turn leads to denaturation. Therefore, the enzyme loses its active form, which in turn leads to a reduction in enzyme activity. Therefore, enzyme stabilizers are added to detergents and cleaning compositions, which protect the enzyme. Therefore, chelating agents can only capture Ca ions and / or Mg ions from the washing liquid, but can no longer capture Ca ions and / or Mg ions from the surface of the enzyme. Therefore, enzyme activity can be maintained by adding enzyme stabilizers.

[0430] At least one enzyme used herein is stabilized by the presence of a water-soluble source of calcium and / or magnesium ions in the finished detergent, which provides such ions to the enzyme. Calcium ions are generally slightly more effective than magnesium ions and are preferred herein if only one type of cation is used.

[0431] Typical detergents, especially liquids, contain from 1 to 30 mmoles, preferably from 2 to 20 mmoles, more preferably from 5 to 15 mmoles and most preferably from 8 to 12 mmoles of calcium ions per litre of finished composition.

[0432] It should be understood that the above levels of calcium and / or magnesium ions are sufficient to provide enzyme stability. More calcium and / or magnesium ions can be added to the composition to provide additional grease removal performance measurements. Therefore, as a general suggestion, the composition herein will generally contain 0.01% to 2% by weight of a water-soluble calcium or magnesium ion source or both. Of course, this amount can vary with the amount and type of enzyme used in the composition.

[0433] Additional enzyme stability may be provided by the presence of various other stabilizers disclosed in the art, particularly borate species.

[0434] One group of stabilizers is a reversible protease inhibitor. Benzamidine hydrochloride, borax, boric acid, boronic acids or their salts or esters are commonly used for this purpose, particularly including derivatives with aromatic groups. Typically, such enzyme stabilizers are used at a level of 0.05% to 5% by weight, more preferably 0.075% to 3% by weight of boric acid or other borate compounds capable of forming boric acid in the composition (calculated based on boric acid). Boric acid is preferred, although other compounds such as boric oxide, borax and other alkali metal borates (e.g., sodium orthoborate, sodium metaborate and sodium pyroborate and sodium pentaborate) are also suitable. Substituted boric acids (e.g., phenylboric acid, butaneboric acid and p-bromophenylboric acid) may also be used in place of boric acid.

[0435] Peptide aldehydes, i.e. oligopeptides with a reduced C-terminus, especially those of 2 to 50 monomers, or bisulfite adducts thereof are also useful for this purpose. Peptide reversible protease inhibitors include, but are not limited to, ovomucoid and leupeptin. Specific reversible peptide inhibitors and specific peptide inhibitors for the protease subtilisin and fusion proteins from proteases are also suitable for this purpose.

[0436] Further enzyme stabilizers are amino alcohols such as monoethanolamine, diethanolamine, triethanolamine and monopropanolamine, dipropanolamine, tripropanolamine and mixtures thereof, aliphatic carboxylic acids up to C12 such as succinic acid, other dicarboxylic acids or salts of said acids.

[0437] End-capped fatty acid amide alkoxylates are also suitable for this purpose.

[0438] Preferably, the enzyme stabilizer in the enzyme preparation is selected from the group consisting of: polyols, such as diols, such as monopropylene glycol, glycerol, mannitol, isomalt, sorbitol, xylitol, threitol, erythritol, arabitol; amino alcohols, such as monoethanolamine, diethanolamine, triethanolamine and monopropanolamine, dipropanolamine, tripropanolamine; aliphatic carboxylic acids up to C12, such as succinic acid and its salts; dicarboxylic acids and their salts; blocked fatty acid amide alkoxylates; salts, preferably calcium and magnesium salts, such as calcium chloride, calcium formate, magnesium chloride, magnesium formate; reversible enzyme inhibitors, such as borate-containing compositions such as 4-FBPA, boron-free inhibitors such as disubstituted alaninamide, sodium formate; and any mixtures thereof.

[0439] Most preferably, the enzyme stabilizer in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention is selected from the group consisting of calcium chloride, calcium formate, magnesium chloride, magnesium formate and any mixture thereof.

[0440] Furthermore, by adding the enzyme stabilizer, the negatively charged anionic surfactant can be prevented from forming a complex with Ca ions and / or Mg ions from the washing liquid, thereby reducing or losing its washing performance.

[0441] The enzyme stabilizer or the enzyme preparation comprising the enzyme stabilizer is added to the detergent and cleaning composition in such an amount that the enzyme stabilizer is present in the detergent and cleaning composition in an amount of 0.0001% by weight to 5% by weight based on the total weight of the detergent and cleaning composition. Preferably, the enzyme stabilizer is present in an amount of 0.001% by weight to 4% by weight based on the total weight of the degreasing detergent and cleaning composition. Most preferably, the detergent and cleaning composition comprise an enzyme stabilizer in an amount of 0.01% by weight to 3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0442] Advantageously, organic compounds which interact with the enzyme, particularly preferably aromatic compounds, are also added in order to enhance the activity of the relevant oxidoreductase (enhancer) or to ensure electron flow in the case of strongly different redox potentials between oxidase and pollutant (mediator).

[0443] Alternatively, and still more preferably, at least one enzyme is added to the detergent and cleaning composition according to the invention as an enzyme preparation mixed with a specific type of bleaching accelerator (b) such as an alkanediol with a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, caprylic acid glyceride, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleaching accelerators as specified herein and optionally buffers, additives, etc. Preferred combinations of enzymes and specific types of bleaching accelerators (b) such as an alkanediol with a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, caprylic acid glyceride, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleaching accelerators are described in detail below.

[0444] In a further preferred variant, at least one enzyme is added to the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention as an enzyme preparation in admixture with an enzyme stabilizer and a specific type of bleach booster (b), such as an alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, caprylic acid glyceride, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters and optionally a buffer or the like.

[0445] Surprisingly, it has been found that the addition of a specific type of bleach booster (b) such as an alkanediol, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters as defined herein to such formulations also enhances or boosts the enzyme stabilizing effect of the above-mentioned enzyme stabilizers.

[0446] Surprisingly, the combination of a specific type of bleach booster (b), such as an alkanediol, caprylylglyceride, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters as defined herein, with an enzyme stabilizer results in an enhanced enzyme stabilization effect in enzyme-containing detergent and cleaning compositions compared to the use of a single enzyme stabilizer without such a bleach booster.

[0447] A particular boosting effect can be observed for the combined use of a bleaching booster (b) such as an alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleaching boosters with an enzyme stabilizer comprising calcium chloride, calcium formate, magnesium chloride, magnesium formate and any mixture thereof.

[0448] For the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the list of bleach boosters (b) specified herein can be arbitrarily combined with the list of enzyme stabilizers.

[0449] A significant enzyme stabilization enhancing effect is observed when one of the following bleach boosters (b) is used in combination with one or more of the above-specified enzyme stabilizers, preferably calcium chloride, calcium formate, magnesium chloride, magnesium formate and any mixtures thereof: ▪1,2-Pentanediol; ▪1,2-Hexanediol; ▪1,2-Heptanediol; ▪1,2-Octanediol; ▪1,2-nonanediol; ▪1,2-Decanediol; ▪1,2-Undecanediol; ▪Glyceryl caprylate; ▪4-Hydroxyacetophenone; ▪Treptolide; ▪A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; ▪ A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol and tropolone; and ▪Contains a mixture of 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol.

[0450] Thus, the combined addition of a bleach booster and an enzyme stabilizer as defined herein results in improved enzyme stability compared to the enzyme stabilization effect when using only the enzyme stabilizer. Detergents and cleaning compositions comprising the mixture show improved cleaning properties compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of such a mixture.

[0451] Bleach catalyst / bleach stabilizer Besides the combination of ingredients used according to the invention, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention may also comprise one or more substances which catalyze or accelerate the bleaching agents contained therein, so-called bleach catalysts. Bleach catalysts show a high potential as boosters of peroxide bleaching.

[0452] The bleach catalyst is a transition metal complex which catalyzes bleaching and is preferably selected from the group consisting of cobalt, iron, copper, titanium, vanadium, manganese and ruthenium complexes. Suitable ligands in the transition metal complexes are inorganic and organic compounds which, in addition to carboxylates, also include compounds having primary, secondary and / or tertiary amine and / or alcohol functions, such as pyridine, pyridazine, pyrimidine, pyrazine, imidazole, pyrazole, triazole, 2,2'-bipyridylamine, tris-(2-pyridylmethyl)amine, 1,4,7-triazacyclononane, 1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane, 1,5,9-trimethyl-1,5,9-triazacyclododecane, (bis-((1-methylimidazol-2-yl)-methyl))-(2-pyridylmethyl)-amine, N,N'-(bis-( 1-Methylimidazol-2-yl)-methyl)-ethylenediamine, N-bis-(2-benzimidazolylmethyl)aminoethanol, 2,6-bis-(bis-(2-benzimidazolylmethyl)aminomethyl)-4-methylphenol, N,N,N',N'-tetrakis-(2-benzimidazolylmethyl)-2-hydroxy-1,3-diaminopropane, 2,6-bis-(bis-(2-pyridylmethyl)aminomethyl)-4-methylphenol, 1,3-bis-(bis-(2-benzimidazolylmethyl)aminomethyl)benzene, sorbitol, mannitol, erythritol, adonitol, inositol, lactose and optionally substituted salens, porphines and porphyrins. Inorganic neutral ligands include in particular ammonia and water. If not all coordination sites of the transition metal central atom are occupied by neutral ligands, the complex also contains preferred anionic ligands among these ligands, particularly monodentate or bidentate ligands. These particularly include halides such as fluorides, chlorides, bromides and iodides, and (NO2)-groups, i.e. nitro- or nitrite-ligands. (NO2)-groups can also be chelated with transition metals, or they can asymmetrically bridge or η1-O-bridge two transition metal atoms. In addition to the mentioned ligands, the transition metal complex used in the activator system according to the present invention can carry other, usually simpler ligands, particularly monovalent or polyvalent anionic ligands. For example, nitrate, acetate, trifluoroacetate, formate, carbonate, citrate, perchlorate and complexing anions such as hexafluorophosphate are suitable. Anionic ligands are intended to ensure charge balance between the transition metal central atom and the ligand system. Oxygen-containing ligands, peroxy ligands and imino ligands may also be present. In particular, such ligands can also have a bridging effect, so that a polynuclear complex is produced. In the case of a bridged binuclear complex, the two metal atoms in the complex do not need to be identical. It is also possible to use a binuclear complex in which the two transition metal central atoms have different oxidation numbers. If the anionic ligand does not exist or the presence of the anionic ligand does not result in a charge balance in the complex, the anionic counterion of the neutralizing cationic transition metal complex is present in the transition metal complex compound.These anionic counterions include in particular nitrate, hydroxide, hexafluorophosphate, sulfate, chlorate, perchlorate, halides such as chloride or anions of carboxylic acids such as formate, acetate, benzoate, citrate or oxalate. Examples of such additional transition metal complexes are Mn(IV)2(µ-O)3(1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane)-bis-hexafluorophosphate, [N,N'-bis[(2-hydroxy-5-vinylphenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diamino-cyclohexane]-manganese-(111)-chloride, [N,N'-bis[(2-hydroxy-5-nitrophenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diamino-cyclohexane]-manganese-(111)-acetate, [N,N'-bis[(2-hydroxy-5-nitrophenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diamino-cyclohexane]-manganese-(111)-acetate, [N,N'-bis[(2-hydroxy-5-nitrophenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diamino-cyclohexane]-manganese-(111)-acetate. [(2-hydroxyphenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diaminocyclohexane]-manganese-(111)-chloride, [N,N'-bis[(2-hydroxyphenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diaminoethane]-manganese-(111)-chloride, [N,N'-bis[(2-hydroxy-5-sulfonic acid phenyl)-methylene]-1,2-diaminoethane]-manganese-(111)-chloride, manganese oxalate, nitropentaamminecobalt(111) chloride, nitrosopentaamminecobalt(111) chloride, hexaamminecobalt(111) chloride, chloropentaamminecobalt(111) chloride and peroxo complex [(NH3)5Co-OO-Co(NH3)5]Cl4.

[0453] Particular preference is given to using manganese complexes in oxidation state II, III, IV or IV, preferably comprising one or more macrocyclic ligands having N, NR, PR, O and / or S donor functions. Preference is given to using ligands having nitrogen donor functions. Particular preference is given to using bleach catalysts in the agents according to the invention which contain as macromolecular ligands 1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me-TACN), 1,4,7-triazacyclononane (TACN), 1,5,9-trimethyl-1,5,9-triazacyclododecane (Me-TACD), 2-methyl-1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me / Me-TACN) and / or 2-methyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me-TACN).

[0454] In a preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a bleach catalyst, wherein the bleach catalyst comprises as macromolecular ligand: -1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me-TACN), or -1,4,7-triazacyclononane (TACN), or -1,5,9-trimethyl-1,5,9-triazacyclododecane (Me-TACD), or -2-methyl-1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me / Me-TACN), or -2-methyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me / TACN), or wherein Me represents Mn, Fe, Co, Ru or Mo, and any mixture thereof.

[0455] Suitable examples of manganese complexes are [Mnm2(-0)i(-OAc)2(TACN)2](CI04)2, , [Mnlv4(-0)6(TACN)4](CI04)4, [Mnm2(-0)i(-OAc)2(Me-TACN)2](CI04)2, , [Mnlv2(-0)3(Me-TACN)2](PF6)2 and [Mn'v2(µ-0)3(Me / Me-TACN)2](PF6)2(OAc=OC(O)CH3), and any mixture thereof. Such manganese-based catalysts are well known in the art.

[0456] When used in combination with bleaching agents, the above-mentioned bleach catalysts significantly improve the bleaching performance.

[0457] Detergents and cleaning compositions, in particular dishwashing detergents, preferably contain a bleach catalyst selected from the group consisting of bleach-promoting transition metal salts and transition metal complexes, preferably selected from the group consisting of manganese complexes with 1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me-TACN) or 1,2,4,7-tetramethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me / Me-TACN).

[0458] The abovementioned bleach-catalyzing transition metal complexes, in particular complexes with central atoms Mn and Co, are preferably used in an amount of up to 1% by weight, in particular from 0.001% to 0.1% by weight and particularly preferably from 0.01% to 0.05% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition used. However, in special cases, it is also possible to use more bleach catalysts.

[0459] In order to stabilize the bleaching process, one or more bleach stabilizers are added to the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention, preferably to liquid detergents and cleaning compositions. Bleach stabilizers control perhydroxyl ions (HO2-) and prevent rapid decomposition of perhydroxyl ions, i.e. they delay the generation of bleach-inert molecular oxygen and the loss of strength of hydrogen peroxide during washing and cleaning processes. Thus, bleach stabilizers are used to ensure a fairly consistent availability of perhydroxyl ions for bleaching activity.

[0460] Bleach stabilizers are organic substances which chelate and complex and thereby inactivate metallic impurities which would otherwise cause catalytic decomposition of hydrogen peroxide, the most common being calcium, magnesium and iron.

[0461] The bleach stabiliser may be present in acid or salt form, including alkali metal salts, ammonium salts and substituted ammonium salts thereof, and mixtures thereof.

[0462] Preferably, the bleach stabiliser is selected from the group consisting of aminocarboxylates, phosphonates or mixtures thereof.

[0463] Useful aminocarboxylate bleach stabilizers include, but are not limited to, the following: N-(1,2-dicarboxy-ethyl)-D,L-aspartic acid (IDS), N-(2-hydroxyethyl)iminodiacetic acid (EDG), aspartic acid-N-monoacetic acid (ASMA), aspartic acid-N,N-diacetic acid (ASDA), aspartic acid-N-monopropionic acid (ASMP), iminodisuccinic acid (IDA), N-(2-sulfomethyl)aspartic acid (SMAS), N-(2-sulfoethyl)aspartic acid (SEAS), N-(2-sulfomethyl)glutamic acid (SMGL), N-(2-sulfoethyl)glutamic acid (SEGL), N-methyliminodiacetic acid (MIDA), α-alanine-N,N-diacetic acid (α-ALDA), serine-N,N-diacetic acid (SEDA), isoserine-N,N-diacetic acid (ISDA), phenylalanine-N,N-diacetic acid (PHDA), anthranilic acid-N,N-diacetic acid (AND A), sulfanilic acid-N,N-diacetic acid (SLDA), taurine-N,N-diacetic acid (TUDA), sulfomethyl-N,N-diacetic acid (SMDA), N-(hydroxyethyl)-ethylenediaminetriacetate (HEDTA), diethanolglycine (DEG), aminotri(methylenephosphonic acid) (ATMP).

[0464] Preferred bleach-stabilizing agents may contain amino groups and may be, for example, amino polycarboxylates or phosphonates. It may be a monomeric molecule containing one, two or three amino groups (usually secondary or tertiary amino groups), and it may contain two, three, four or five carboxyl groups or even more carboxyl groups. The bleach-stabilizing agent may be phosphorus-containing or non-phosphorus-containing. Suitable bleach stabilizers include those based on carboxylate groups, including EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetate), NTA (2,2',2"-nitrilotriacetate), citrates, 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate, DTPA (diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid), MGDA (methylglycinediacetic acid OT N,N'-bis(carboxymethyl)alanine), EGTA (ethylene glycoltetraacetic acid), EDDS (ethylenediamine-N,W-disuccinic acid), GLDA (L-glutamic acid, N,N-diacetic acid). Detergents and cleaning compositions may preferably also contain other polycarboxylates, such as PAA [poly(acrylic acid)], PAA / PMA [copoly(acrylic acid / maleic acid)] or mixtures thereof.

[0465] Another group of preferred bleaching agents includes phosphonates. Aminoalkane and / or hydroxyalkane phosphonates are preferably used as phosphonates. Suitable examples of these phosphonate bleaches include HEDP (1-hydroxyethylidene-1,1-diphosphonic acid), EDTMP [ethylenediaminetetra(methylenephosphonic acid)], EDTMPA (ethylenediaminetetramethylene-tetraphosphonic acid), DTPMP (diethylenetriaminepenta(methylenephosphonic acid)), DTMPA (diethylenetriaminepenta(methylenephosphonic acid)), nitrilotri(methylenephosphonic acid) (NTMP), 2-phosphonobutane-1,2,4-tricarboxylic acid (PBTC), ethylenediaminetetramethylenephosphonate (EDTMP) and their higher homologues. Among the hydroxyalkane phosphonates, 1-hydroxyethane-1,1-diphosphonate (HEDP) is particularly important. The bleach stabilizer may contain nitrogen, such as in EDTA, NTA, DTPA, PDTA, GLDA, MGDA, EDDS, EDTMP, EDTMPA and DTPMP or ASMA, ASDA, ASMP, IDA, SMAS, SEAS, SMGL, SEGL, MIDA, a-ALDA, SEDA, ISDA, PHDA, ANDA, SLDA, TUDA, SMDA, HEDTA, DEG, ATMP or mixtures thereof.

[0466] Particularly preferred bleach stabilizers include, but are not limited to, the following: ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), diethylenetriaminepentamethylenephosphonic acid (DTMPA, DTPMP), hydroxyethanediphosphonic acid (HEDP), ethylenediamine N, N-disuccinic acid (EDDS), methylglycine diacetic acid (MGDA), diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA), propylenediaminetetraacetic acid (PDTA), 2-hydroxypyridine-N-oxide (HPNO), methylglycine diacetic acid (MGDA), glutamic acid N, N-diacetic acid (N, N-dicarboxymethylglutamic acid) tetrasodium salt (GLDA) and nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA) or mixtures thereof. The bleaching agents may be present in their acid form or salt form, preferably the bleaching stabilizers may be present in the form of sodium, ammonium or potassium salts.

[0467] Particularly preferred bleach stabilizers include diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA), ethylenediamine-N,N'-disuccinic acid (EDDS) and 1,1-hydroxyethanediphosphonic acid (HEDP) or their alkali metal, potassium, alkaline earth metal, ammonium or substituted ammonium salts, or mixtures thereof. The most preferred bleach stabilizer is a phosphonate. Phosphonate bleach stabilizers include HEDP in acid form or in salt form with an alkali metal, potassium, alkaline earth metal, ammonium or substituted ammonium.

[0468] Most preferred are the following bleach stabilizers: GLDA, MGDA, citrate, HEDP and any mixtures thereof.

[0469] In the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention, the bleach stabilizer is generally present in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt %, preferably 0.1 to 5.0 wt %, and more preferably 0.1 to 3.0 wt %, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0470] Preferably, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise at least 0.2% by weight of bleach stabilizer, based on the total weight of the composition, further preferably at least 0.3% by weight, further preferably at least 0.5% by weight, most preferably at least 0.6% by weight, but typically not more than 3% by weight, further preferably not more than 2% by weight, most preferably not more than 1% by weight of bleach stabilizer.

[0471] However, in some automatic dishwashing gels, the amount of GLDA may be 30% to 40% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0472] Optional other components In the context of the present invention, depending on the purpose of the composition, it is also possible and advantageous in some cases to combine detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention with other active substances and / or additives to obtain ready-to-use compositions or preparations. Active ingredients provide the desired properties and functions for detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention. The term "functional ingredient" or "functional additive" includes ingredients that provide beneficial properties in a specific application. Some specific examples of functional ingredients are discussed in more detail below. However, various other functional ingredients may also be used.

[0473] Detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention may contain any ingredients normally present in such compositions, for example organic solvents, builders and additional adjuvants such as soil-proofing agents, thickeners, colorants, perfumes and the like.

[0474] Preferably, the detergent and cleaning composition according to the present invention can be advantageously combined or varied with at least one active substance and / or at least one (functional) additive, such as solvents, builders, detergents, dispersants, foam inhibitors, sequestrant agents, chelating agents, anti-redeposition agents, dye transfer inhibitors / color protection agents, dye scavengers, dyes, graying inhibitors, fluorescent whitening agents, UV absorbers, thickeners or rheology modifiers, hydrotropes, solubility modifiers, pH regulators, buffers, solvents, antistatic agents, anti-wrinkle agents, antimicrobial agents, odor removers / odor capture agents, UV protection agents, fragrances, disinfectants, bactericides, water repellents, insect repellents, anti-pilling agents, acidulants, mildew inhibitors, anti-sensitizers and any mixtures thereof.

[0475] Detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention may also include one or more antimicrobial agents.

[0476] In the context of the present invention, the term "antimicrobial component" refers to a group of substances, in particular agents that kill microorganisms (such as bacteria, yeasts and / or fungi) or prevent or inhibit their growth, which prevents the product from being contaminated by microorganisms. Without the addition of such agents, the product would deteriorate, which may be manifested by odor changes, discoloration, mold growth, gas formation, emulsion separation or viscosity changes, making the product unacceptable to consumers.

[0477] Suitable antimicrobial agents include, but are not limited to, antimicrobial agents such as phenols, quaternary ammonium compounds, metal derivatives, amines, alkanolamines, nitro derivatives, aniline, organic sulfur and sulfur-nitrogen compounds, and various compounds. Exemplary phenolic agents include pentachlorophenol, o-phenylphenol, phenoxyethanol. Exemplary quaternary ammonium antimicrobial agents include benzalkonium chloride, cetylpyridinium chloride, amine- and nitro-containing antimicrobial compositions such as hexahydro-1,3,5-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)-s-triazine, dithiocarbamates such as sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate, and various other materials known in the art with antimicrobial properties. Other exemplary antimicrobial agents include glutaraldehyde, bronopol (2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol), silver, and isothiazolones, such as methylisothiazolinone, lauroyl arginine ethyl ester HCl (known under the trade name Neolone ™ (sold), sodium benzoate, benzyl alcohol or methylbenzyl alcohol.

[0478] In a preferred variant according to the invention, the detergent and cleaning composition is further combined with benzyl alcohol, methylbenzyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol and any mixtures thereof. Said substances have a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity and are added to detergent compositions to inhibit microbial spoilage and thus for stabilization purposes.

[0479] In particular, antimicrobial agents are added to liquid detergents due to their higher water content, which makes such compositions susceptible to microbial infestation and growth.

[0480] If an antimicrobial agent is included in the detergent and cleaning compositions of the present invention, the amount thereof is preferably from about 0.0001 wt % to about 15 wt %, particularly 0.001 wt % to 10.0 wt %, most particularly 0.001 wt % to 5.0 wt %, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0481] Typically, at least one bleaching agent is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 1.0% to 30.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. In preferred variants, the detergent and cleaning compositions comprise bleaching agent (a) in an amount of 2.0% to 27.0% by weight, more preferably 3.0% to 25.0% by weight. Most preferably, bleaching agent (a) is contained in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 5.0% to 20.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0482] Typically, the bleach activator is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 0.1% to 60.0% by weight. In a preferred variant, the detergent and cleaning compositions comprise the bleach activator in an amount of 0.2% to 40.0% by weight, more preferably in an amount of 0.3% to 30.0% by weight. Most preferably, the bleach activator is contained in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 0.5% to 20.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0483] Based on the total weight of the composition, 1,2-heptanediol (b1) or 2,3-heptanediol (b2) or a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol according to the present invention is present in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.001% by weight to 15.0% by weight. In a preferred variant, based on the total weight of the composition, detergents and cleaning compositions comprise 1,2-heptanediol (b1) or 2,3-heptanediol (b2) or a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in an amount of 0.01% by weight to 10.0% by weight. In a more preferred variant, based on the total weight of the composition, 1,2-heptanediol (b1) or 2,3-heptanediol (b2) or a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol is advantageously used in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.1% by weight to 5.0% by weight. In still more preferred variants, 1,2-heptanediol (b1) or 2,3-heptanediol (b2) or a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol is advantageously used in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. In the most preferred variants, 1,2-heptanediol (b1) or 2,3-heptanediol (b2) or a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol is advantageously used in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0484] For the heptanediol mixture (b3), the above amounts relate to the total content of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in the mixture, ie the amount is the sum of the contents of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in the mixture.

[0485] According to another aspect of the present invention, based on the total weight of the composition, at least one bleaching accelerator (b) is present in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.001% by weight to 15.0% by weight. In preferred variants, based on the total weight of the composition, detergents and cleaning compositions comprise at least one bleaching accelerator (b) of an amount of 0.01% by weight to 10.0% by weight. In more preferred variants, based on the total weight of the composition, at least one bleaching accelerator (b) is advantageously used in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.1% by weight to 5.0% by weight. In still more preferred variants, based on the total weight of the composition, at least one bleaching accelerator (b) is advantageously used in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.3% by weight to 3.0% by weight. In most preferred variants, based on the total weight of the composition, at least one bleaching accelerator (b) is advantageously used in detergents and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.5% by weight to 1.0% by weight.

[0486] For an alkane mixture comprising at least one first linear alkane diol and one or more second linear alkane diols, the above amounts relate to the total content of the first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol in the mixture, i.e. the amount is the sum of the contents of the first linear alkane diol and the second linear alkane diol in the mixture.

[0487] For bleach booster mixtures comprising two or more boosters, the above amounts relate to the total content of boosters in the mixture, ie the amount is the sum of the contents of the individual boosters in the mixture.

[0488] In particularly preferred variants according to the first aspect of the invention, the detergent and cleaning compositions comprise 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol of a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in an amount of 0.001 to 15.0 wt.-%, preferably in an amount of 0.01 to 10.0 wt.-%, more preferably in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt.-%, still more preferably in an amount of 0.3 to 3.0 wt.-%, and most preferably in an amount of 0.5 to 1.0 wt.-%. % by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0489] Even more preferably, the detergent and cleaning composition comprises 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol of a mixture (b3) comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in an amount of 0.001 to 0.5 wt.-%, preferably in an amount of 0.005 to 0.1 wt.-% and most preferably in an amount of 0.01 to 0.075 wt.-%, based on the total weight of the composition or home care product.

[0490] In a particularly preferred variant according to another aspect of the invention, the detergent and cleaning composition comprises 2,3-alkanediol as linear alkanediol or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight, preferably in an amount of 0.01% to 10.0% by weight, more preferably in an amount of 0.1% to 5.0% by weight, still more preferably in an amount of 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, and most preferably in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition or home care product.

[0491] Even more preferably, the detergent and cleaning composition comprises 2,3-alkanediol as linear alkanediol or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols in an amount of 0.001 to 0.5 wt.-%, preferably in an amount of 0.005 to 0.1 wt.-% and most preferably in an amount of 0.01 to 0.075 wt.-%, based on the total weight of the composition or home care product.

[0492] Typically, at least one surfactant is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 0.001% to 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. Preferably, the surfactant is present in an amount of 0.001% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. More preferably, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a surfactant in an amount of 0.01% to 50% by weight, and most preferably in an amount of 0.1% to 40% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0493] Preferably, at least one surfactant is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 4 to 90 wt.-%, based on the total weight of the composition. More preferably, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention comprise a surfactant in an amount of 10 to 60 wt.-%, still more preferably in an amount of 20 to 50 wt.-% and most preferably in an amount of 30 to 40 wt.-%, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0494] In contrast, the light-duty composition according to the invention comprises at least one surfactant in an amount of 0.001% to 40% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. Preferably, the surfactant is present in an amount of 0.005% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. The dish cleaning and / or rinsing composition according to the invention comprises a surfactant in an amount of 0.01% to 25% by weight, and preferably in an amount of 0.1% to 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0495] Enzymes are usually incorporated into detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present disclosure in an amount sufficient to produce effective cleaning during the washing process. An effective amount for cleaning refers to an amount that produces a clean, sanitary and preferably non-corrosive appearance to the cleaned material, particularly for medical or dental devices or apparatus. An effective amount for cleaning can also refer to an amount that produces a cleaning, decontamination, descaling, whitening and deodorizing or refreshing improvement effect on a substrate (such as a medical or dental device or apparatus, etc.). This cleaning effect can be achieved with an amount of enzyme as low as about 0.02% by weight of the detergent and cleaning composition.

[0496] In the detergents and cleaning compositions of the present disclosure, suitable cleaning is generally achieved when the enzyme is present at about 0.0001% to about 35% by weight; preferably about 2% to about 15% by weight; preferably about 3% to about 10% by weight; preferably about 4% to about 8% by weight; preferably about 4%, about 5%, about 6%, about 7% or about 8% by weight. In highly concentrated cleaning formulations, higher enzyme levels are generally desired.

[0497] In the detergent and cleaning compositions of the present invention, when the enzyme is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention in an amount of 0.0001% by weight to 5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition, suitable cleaning can be achieved. Preferably, based on the total weight of the composition, the enzyme is present in an amount of 0.0001% by weight to 4% by weight. More preferably, based on the total weight of the composition, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the present invention comprise an enzyme in an amount of 0.001% by weight to 3% by weight. Most preferably, based on the total weight of the composition, the enzyme is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.01% by weight to 2% by weight. Further preferably, based on the total weight of the composition, the enzyme is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.05% by weight to 2% by weight.

[0498] Typically, the enzyme is present in the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention in an amount of 0.05 to 2.0 wt. %. Typically, proteases and amylases are used in higher concentrations in detergents and cleaning compositions, i.e., the amount of proteases is 0.4 to 1.5 wt. % and the amount of amylases is 0.05 to 0.6 wt. %, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0499] For enzyme mixtures, the above amounts relate to the total content of enzymes in the mixture, ie the amount is the sum of the contents of all enzymes in the mixture.

[0500] Surprisingly it was found that the detergents and cleaning compositions of the present disclosure have superior cleaning performance compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleach booster of the present invention.

[0501] Surprisingly, it has been found that the addition of an effective amount of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or a mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or a specific type of bleach booster (such as alkanediols, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters as described herein) to detergents and cleaning compositions has a positive effect, as they enhance the bleaching power of the bleaching agent or bleaching agent mixture contained therein. Detergents and cleaning compositions comprising a combination of bleaching agents and bleach boosters show superior bleaching performance compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without such bleach boosters.

[0502] Surprisingly, it has been found that the addition of an effective amount of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol or a mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or a specific type of bleach booster such as alkanediol, caprylin, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters to detergents and cleaning compositions improves the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils compared to detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of such bleach boosters.

[0503] Without wishing to be bound by theory, it is believed that the alkanediol acts as a co-surfactant and facilitates access of the bleaching agent to the bleachable stains and / or soils during the washing or cleaning process.

[0504] Therefore, based on these two said effects, detergents and cleaning compositions containing a bleaching agent or a mixture of bleaching agents in combination with a specific type of bleach booster, such as an alkanediol, glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters as defined herein, show improved overall performance compared to detergents and cleaning compositions not containing such bleach boosters.

[0505] Conversely, also due to the boosting effect, the amount of bleaching agents and other ingredients used to increase bleaching effectiveness in these detergents and cleaning compositions can be reduced to achieve similar cleaning results, ie, without loss of cleaning performance.

[0506] According to a further aspect of the invention, the detergent and cleaning compositions according to the invention are used as such or for preparing detergent and cleaning products.

[0507] Detergents and cleaning compositions or products as described herein can be used in a variety of cleaning methods. As used herein, the term "cleaning" refers to performing, promoting or assisting in stain and / or soil removal, bleaching, etc. Preferably, detergents and cleaning compositions or products can be used for textile cleaning, laundry, dishwashing, fabric care, for household, institutional and industrial hard surface cleaning, such as appliances or other surfaces, cleaning medical and dental instruments, etc.

[0508] Preferably, detergents and cleaning compositions or products can be used to clean, wash or pre-soak medical or dental devices, instruments or equipment, including any of a variety of medical or dental instruments or equipment that can benefit from cleaning with an enzyme cleaning composition. Exemplary medical and dental instruments and devices include instruments, devices, tools, appliances, devices and equipment used in medicine or dentistry, including those that can be cold sterilized, soaked or washed and then heat sterilized. Medical and / or dental instruments may be contaminated with blood, mammalian tissue (including but not limited to human tissue) or other foreign matter.

[0509] Suitable examples of detergents and cleaning compositions or products include heavy duty detergents, color care detergents, light duty detergents, all purpose detergents, fabric softeners, fabric laundry scents, scented washes, laundry wipes, stain removers (pre-stain removers, Vanish type), washing machine cleaners, all purpose cleaners, manual dishwashing detergents, automatic dishwashing detergents, medical cleaning products, and the like.

[0510] In a preferred variant, the detergents and cleaning compositions are stain removers (prestain removers, Vanish type).

[0511] The above-mentioned detergent and cleaning compositions or products refer to detergent and cleaning compositions in liquid, solid, tablet, encapsulated, diluted or concentrated form and optionally in two-compartment or multi-compartment form.

[0512] As used herein, liquids include free-flowing liquids as well as pastes, gels, foams and mousses. Non-limiting examples of liquids include light-duty and heavy-duty liquid detergents and cleaning compositions, fabric enhancers, detergent gels commonly used in laundry, bleaching agents and laundry additives. Gases (e.g., suspended bubbles) or solids (e.g., particles) may be contained in the liquid.

[0513] Solid as used herein includes powder, flakes, granules, pellets, tablets, microcapsules, beads, bars, pearlescent spheres, pastilles, discs, agglomerates, bricks, blocks, or another solid form known to those skilled in the art.

[0514] Solid detergent and cleaning compositions or products can be provided in the form of pressed solid blocks, cast solid blocks, extruded pellets or blocks or tablets. In addition, solid detergent compositions or products can be provided in the form of unit doses. Unit doses refer to solid detergent and cleaning composition units that are sized so that the entire unit is used during a single wash cycle.

[0515] Solid detergents and cleaning compositions or products can also be provided in the form of multiple-use (e.g., multi-purpose) solids, such as blocks or multiple pellets, and can be reused to produce aqueous use solutions of detergent compositions for multiple cycles or a predetermined number of distribution cycles. Multiple-use solid detergent compositions can be reused to produce aqueous detergent compositions for multiple washing cycles, such as use solutions. Compressed solid detergent blocks are suitable for providing stability so that reactive components in the composition do not react with each other until dilution and / or use. In some aspects, the order in which components are introduced to form solids is non-restrictive because there is a minimum amount of water and / or no water introduced into the solid composition. However, in some aspects, compressed solid detergent blocks are prepared by using a binder system to minimize any damage to the coated particles that can be used. Advantageously, the compression process for preparing compressed solid detergent blocks produces compressed solid detergent blocks and prevents the reaction or mixing of components. In one aspect of the present disclosure, the solid detergent composition remains unreacted or unmixed until use, such as dilution.

[0516] In a pressed solid process, a flowable solid, such as a granular solid or other particulate solid including a binder, is combined under pressure. In a pressed solid process, a flowable solid of the composition is placed in a mold (e.g., a mold or container). The method may include gently pressing the flowable solid in the mold to produce a solid cleaning composition.

[0517] Detergent and cleaning compositions or products can be provided in concentrated form and diluted to a use solution or provided as a use solution. Preferably, the use composition is diluted to a concentration of about 500 ppm to about 5000 ppm, more preferably about 750 ppm to about 4500 ppm, and most preferably about 1000 ppm to about 4000 ppm.

[0518] The detergents and cleaning compositions or products according to the invention are used for household cleaning, medical cleaning, institutional cleaning, such as cleaning of schools, airports, hospitals or industrial cleaning.

[0519] Detergents and cleaning compositions or products according to the present invention can be prepared by combining and mixing various ingredients according to conventional and known methods. Preferably, enzymes are added at the end to prevent enzyme denaturation or inactivation. Mixing can be carried out by any suitable automatic or manual method. For example, automatic or manual stirring can be carried out. The detergent composition can be prepared in an intermittent or continuous method.

[0520] Based on the aforementioned advantageous effects thereof, the detergent and cleaning compositions or products according to the present invention are particularly effective for effectively removing bleachable stains and / or soils from substrates during washing and cleaning processes, and the detergent and cleaning compositions or products contain a combination of a bleaching agent and a bleaching booster (such as an alkanediol, caprylic acid glyceride, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleaching boosters as specified herein).

[0521] Therefore, in a further aspect, the present invention relates to a method for treating a soiled and / or soiled substrate, the method comprising the steps of: - treating substrates with detergent and cleaning compositions or products according to the invention; and - Rinse the substrate in water to remove the composition or product.

[0522] Preferably, the method of treating a soiled and / or soiled substrate is carried out in the wash containing a wash liquor comprising water and a detergent and cleaning composition or product according to the invention. The wash liquor may be applied to the substrate, or the substrate may be immersed in the wash liquor.

[0523] The method may alternatively include applying a detergent and cleaning composition or product (i.e., one that does not dissolve in the absence of water) directly to part or all of the substrate to directly treat bleachable stains and / or soils on the substrate. Such a method is preferably a pre-treatment followed by treatment with or in the wash liquor.

[0524] The method according to the present invention is applicable to both higher and lower temperatures. For example, warewashing applications clean substrates at temperatures exceeding about 60°C, or exceeding about 70°C, or about 65°C to 80°C. For example, laundry washing applications clean clothes at temperatures exceeding about 40°C, or exceeding about 50°C, or about 65°C to 90°C.

[0525] Preferably the method is applied at low temperatures where stain and / or soil removal is more problematic.Preferably the treatment temperature is below 50°C and preferably below 40°C and more preferably below 30°C.

[0526] Surprisingly, it has been found that the method according to the present invention is particularly effective in removing bleachable stains and / or soils at said low temperatures.The cold water bleaching properties in detergent systems explain their emergency use.

[0527] This is particularly advantageous when treating sensitive substrates such as wool, silk and synthetic fibers such as polyester, polyacrylic, nylon which can only be washed or cleaned at low temperatures.

[0528] Preferably, the substrate is cotton.

[0529] More preferably, the substrate is wool or silk.

[0530] Still more preferably, the substrate is a blended fabric, such as cotton and polyester, or a synthetic fiber, such as polyester, polyacrylic or nylon.

[0531] The use of the detergent and cleaning compositions or products according to the invention in the method according to the invention provides improved bleaching and improved removal of stains and / or soils, in particular bleachable stains and / or oils, and thus leads to improved overall cleaning performance.

[0532] Based on the advantageous bleach boost and improved bleachable stain and / or soil removal effect, as described above for bleach boosters, the present invention in a further aspect relates to the use of at least one bleach booster for improving the bleaching ability of bleaches in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for boosting the bleachable stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions, the at least one bleach booster being selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined herein; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof.

[0533] With regard to bleach boosters and preferred variants thereof, reference is made to the previous description of bleach boosters in connection with the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention, which is equally valid with regard to the use of at least one bleach booster for improving the bleaching power of bleaches in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for accelerating the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils of detergents and cleaning compositions, in order to avoid repetitions.

[0534] Preferably, the bleaching agent is selected from the group consisting of: - a peroxygen bleach selected from the group consisting of: • Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), alkali metal peroxides, • Alkali metal percarbonates, • Alkali metal perborates, • Alkali metal superphosphates, • Alkali metal persulfates and • Alkali metal persilicates, and any mixture thereof; - percarboxylic acid bleaches and their salts; and any mixtures thereof.

[0535] More preferably, the bleaching agent is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium perborate, peracetic acid, glucose oxidase, phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid and any mixture thereof.

[0536] Surprisingly, it has been found that the use of at least one bleach booster as defined herein improves the bleaching performance of the bleaching agent in the detergent and cleaning composition and improves the bleachable stain and / or soil removal performance of the detergent and cleaning composition, thereby resulting in an overall improved cleaning performance, compared to detergents and cleaning compositions that do not contain the bleach boosting substance. This superior effect is based on the combination of the bleaching agent and the bleach booster.

[0537] Therefore, the use of the bleach booster according to the present invention is beneficial for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for improving the cleaning performance of detergents and cleaning compositions in terms of stain and / or soil removal.

[0538] This improvement also allows for the reduction of bleach in detergent and cleaning compositions without loss of cleaning performance.

[0539] Based on the advantageous bleaching boosting effect as described above for the bleaching booster, the present invention finally relates to a method for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or boosting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions, the method comprising the following steps: (i) providing detergent and cleaning compositions comprising bleach; and (ii) adding thereto an effective amount of at least one bleaching booster (b), said at least one bleaching booster being selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol as defined herein; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b V )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof.

[0540] With regard to bleach boosters and preferred variants thereof, reference is made to the previous description of bleach boosters in connection with the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention, which is equally valid with regard to the use of at least one bleach booster for improving the bleaching power of bleaches in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for accelerating the removal of bleachable stains and / or soils of detergents and cleaning compositions, in order to avoid repetitions.

[0541] Preferably, the bleaching agent is selected from the group consisting of: - a peroxygen bleach selected from the group consisting of: • Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), alkali metal peroxides, • Alkali metal percarbonates, • Alkali metal perborates, • Alkali metal superphosphates, • Alkali metal persulfates and • Alkali metal persilicates, and any mixture thereof; - percarboxylic acid bleaches and their salts; and any mixtures thereof.

[0542] More preferably, the bleaching agent is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium perborate, peracetic acid, glucose oxidase, phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid and any mixture thereof.

[0543] Surprisingly, it has been found that adding an effective amount of a specific type of bleach booster (such as an alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, caprylic acid glyceride, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, tropolone or a mixture of said bleach boosters) to detergents and cleaning compositions enhances the bleaching power of the bleaching agent or bleaching agent mixture contained therein. Compared to detergents and cleaning compositions not containing such bleach boosters, detergents and cleaning compositions containing bleach boosters exhibit significant bleaching power. In addition, the combination of the bleach booster of the present invention with the bleaching agent contributes to improved bleachable stain and / or soil removal and results in improved cleaning performance of the detergents and cleaning compositions compared to detergents and cleaning compositions not containing said bleach boosters.

[0544] Conversely, also due to the bleach boosting effect, the amount of bleach or other ingredients used to increase / improve bleaching effect in these detergents and cleaning compositions can be reduced to achieve similar cleaning results.

[0545] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the following examples, which are intended only to illustrate the present invention, so that the content of the present invention is not limited to or confined to the following examples.

[0546] Example Example 1 : The following tests were conducted to show the influence of different bleach boosters according to the invention on the bleaching power of different bleaches and thus on the cleaning performance of detergents and cleaning compositions according to the invention.

[0547] Detergents and cleaning compositions are laundry detergents and automatic dishwashing detergents.

[0548] In parallel, comparative tests of detergent and cleaning compositions containing the same bleaching agent but without the bleach booster were carried out under the same conditions.

[0549] The cleaning performance of the tested detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention and comparative detergent cleaning compositions were tested as described below.

[0550] Example 1.1: Laundry detergent The cleaning performance of laundry detergents was analyzed according to the standard AISE (International Association of Soaps, Detergents and Care Products) laundry detergent testing guidelines.

[0551] The cleaning performance test consists of evaluating the stain removal efficiency of the tested laundry detergents on 14 stains.

[0552] Test conditions: Washing machine, Miele European Household front-loading Water hardness: 2.5mmol / l Water temperature: 40℃ Washing cycles: 6 cycles (Heavy duty detergent: Cotton cycle; Light Detergent: Gentle cycle) Ballast load: 3kg, clean white ballast load Ballast dirt: 4 sheets of SBL 2004 (100% cotton, about 8g dirt / sample) Dosage: Recommended dose for normal dirt / medium hardness Drying: Online overnight Stain Group: Tea, Chocolate, Coffee, Grass, Red Wine, Grass / Mud, Juice, Blood, Ketchup, Unused Motor Oil, Balsamic Vinegar Salad Dressing, Cooked Beef Fat, French Pressed Mustard, and Makeup.

[0553] Each stain was measured / assessed before washing (to verify the quality of the stain) and after washing.

[0554] The degree of stain removal can be assessed by: (A) Sensory group (rating 1 to 10: Rating 1: No cleaning; Rating 10: Complete removal) (B) A spectrophotometer, or digital image analysis system, to determine the stain removal index (SRI) whiteness W.

[0555] Results were statistically analyzed using Tukey's HSD test (HSD = Honestly Significant Difference) with a 95% confidence level. The HSD value highlights significant differences between each pair of products.

[0556] Example 1.2: Machine dishwashing detergent The cleaning performance of machine dishwashing detergents was analyzed according to the IKW recommendations for quality assessment of the cleaning performance of dishwasher detergents.

[0557] The cleaning performance test consists of evaluating the stain removal efficiency of the tested laundry detergents on 14 stains.

[0558] Test conditions: washing machine, Miele dishwasher GSL or Miele GSL 2 Water hardness: For typical products: 1.8mmol / l For multifunctional products: 3.5mmol / l Water temperature: During main wash cycle: 45°C Washing cycles: at least 3 cycles Dosage: Recommended dose for normal dirt / medium hardness Stain group: black tea (bleachable), Milk, milk skin (long-lasting / alkaline sensitive) Starch mixtures, pasta (starchy, amylase sensitive) Egg yolk, caramel pudding, minced meat (contains protein, protease sensitive) Number of soiled items: 6 of each type Each stain is measured / assessed by visual assessment with reference to a photo catalog or by gravimetric analysis as described in the IKW recommendations.

[0559] The results obtained were statistically analyzed using Tukey's HSD test (HSD = Honestly Significant Difference) with a 95% confidence level. The HSD value highlights the significant differences between each pair of products.

[0560] As can be seen from the above tests, the detergents and cleaning compositions according to the present invention show excellent cleaning performance in terms of stain removal and / or dirt removal compared to the cleaning performance of the detergents and cleaning compositions not containing the bleaching booster of the present invention. This means that conversely, the bleaching performance in the detergents and cleaning compositions is improved by adding the bleaching booster of the present invention, whereas in the detergents and cleaning compositions without the addition of the bleaching booster, the bleaching performance is lower.

[0561] Example 2: Evaluation of the bleachable stain removal performance of stain removers according to the present invention The following tests were carried out in order to show the influence of different bleach boosters according to the invention on the bleaching capacity and hence the cleaning performance of detergents and cleaning compositions (detergents) according to the invention.

[0562] To evaluate bleachable stain removal performance, stain removers containing a bleaching agent (hydrogen peroxide; H2O2) were tested in combination with different bleach boosters. The stain removers were mixed with different bleach boosters as specified in the table below and evaluated according to the spectrocolorimeter measurement described below, compared to a stain remover without added bleach booster (placebo).

[0563] The stain removal efficacy was tested according to the following test protocol: Principle: The test consists of evaluating the bleachable stain removal efficiency of the tested stain removers on four stains. Fabric stains are artificially applied to specific fabric types and allowed to cure for a specified amount of time. The size of each stain sample allows for repeatable readings (50mm diameter). These stain samples are washed / soaked with the tested stain remover to be compared and the relative extent of stain removal is assessed. This test allows the stain removal ability of products to be compared under identical conditions.

[0564] Stain Selection: To test the effectiveness of stain removers, readily available standardized multi-sample and multi-point monitors (selected and manufactured by Warwick Equest and CFT) were used.

[0565] Stain Description: •CS15: European blueberry juice on cotton •CS97: Highly discernible tea on cotton •KC H109: Coffee, espresso on knitted cotton • KC H026: Red wine on knitted cotton The stains are manufactured in a reproducible manner and are of consistent quality. The stains are a mixture of "natural stains" and "standard stains". The stains are evenly distributed and colored before and after washing.

[0566]

[0567] Test conditions: Soak each stain in a glass beaker containing 20g of test solution for exactly 5 minutes, measured with a timer.

[0568] Measurements / Evaluations: Average reflectance measurements of fabrics were made using a spectrocolorimeter Ci62 before the fabric was stained, after it was stained, and after treatment with the tested stain remover and washing. Three measurements were made for each stain. The performance of the product was instrumentally evaluated according to the Stain Removal Index (SRI). The SRI is a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 meaning no stain removal and 100 indicating complete stain removal.

[0569] As described in ASTM D4265, the SRI is calculated according to the following formula:

[0570] in: US = Unwashed stain area UF = Unwashed (unstained) fabric area ΔE * (US - UF) = ΔE color difference between unwashed stain and unwashed fabric ΔE*(WS - UF) = ΔE color difference between washed stain and unwashed fabric.

[0571] The value ΔE (absolute color difference) is calculated as follows:

[0572] in: L = reflectivity a = red / green b = yellow / blue The stain removers tested were compared to each other as follows: the higher the SRI, the better the bleachable stain removal performance.

[0573] To test the boosting efficacy of different bleach boosters in a detergent, a detergent formulation with the following composition was used:

[0574] As specified in the table below, different concentrations of different enhancers according to the invention were added to the stain remover and the stain removal performance was evaluated according to the above test method.

[0575] In the following table, the following abbreviations are used: C5 = 1,2-pentanediol C6 = 1,2-Hexanediol C7 = 1,2-heptanediol C8=1,2-octanediol C10 = 1,2-decanediol 2.1 Stain removal promotion performance of different 1,2-alkanediols on blueberry juice stains Table 1 :

[0576] Surprisingly, the addition of 1,2-alkanediol to a detergent formulation containing the bleaching agent H2O2 (12%) (37.50 wt%) resulted in an improvement in the SRI on blueberry juice stains compared to a detergent formulation without a bleach booster. The bleaching performance can be improved by adding 1,2-pentanediol or 1,2-octanediol to the detergent formulation. The best bleach boosting effect was shown for 1,2-pentanediol.

[0577] 2.2 Stain removal promotion performance of different 1,2-alkanediols on tea stains Table 2 :

[0578] Surprisingly, the addition of 1,2-alkanediol to a detergent formulation comprising the bleaching agent H2O2 (12%) (8.50 wt%) resulted in an improvement in the SRI on tea stains compared to a detergent formulation without a bleach booster. The bleaching performance can be significantly improved by adding 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol or 1,2-octanediol to the detergent formulation.

[0579] 2.3 Stain removal promotion performance of different 1,2-alkanediols on coffee stains Table 3 :

[0580] Surprisingly, the addition of 1,2-alkanediol to a detergent formulation containing the bleaching agent H2O2 (12%) (8.50 wt%) resulted in an improvement in the SRI on coffee stains compared to a detergent formulation without a bleach booster. The bleaching performance could be significantly improved by adding 1,2-pentanediol or 1,2-hexanediol to the detergent formulation at the same concentration. 1,2-hexanediol was shown to have the best bleach boosting effect on coffee stains.

[0581] 2.4 Stain removal promotion performance of different 1,2-alkanediols on red wine stains Table 4 :

[0582] Surprisingly, the addition of 1,2-alkanediol to a detergent formulation comprising the bleaching agent H2O2 (12%) (37.50 wt%) resulted in an improvement in the SRI on red wine stains compared to a detergent formulation without a bleach booster. By adding the same concentration of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol or 1,2-heptanediol to the detergent formulation, the bleaching performance can be improved. This effect is particularly beneficial since red wine stains are very persistent stains and difficult to remove.

[0583] Example 3: Formulation Example Table F1: Laundry Pre-stain Removers (for use before washing)

[0584] Table F2: Washing powder

[0585] Table F3: Automatic Dishwashing Tablets

Claims

1. A detergent and cleaning composition comprising or consisting of the following: (a) at least one bleaching agent and optionally at least one bleach activator; (b) at least one bleach booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b IV )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof; and (c) at least one surfactant; and (d) optionally at least one enzyme or an enzyme preparation comprising at least one enzyme.

2. The detergent and cleaning composition according to claim 1, wherein the at least one bleaching agent is selected from the group consisting of: - chlorine bleach selected from the group consisting of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl); - a peroxygen bleach selected from the group consisting of: • Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), alkali metal peroxides, • Alkali metal percarbonates, • Alkali metal perborates, • Alkali metal superphosphates, • Alkali metal persulfates and • Alkaline persilicates, and any mixture thereof; - percarboxylic acid bleaches and their salts; - a photoactivated bleach selected from the group consisting of sulfonated zinc, aluminum phthalocyanine and any mixture thereof; - chlorine- or bromine-releasing bleaching agents, such as heterocyclic N-bromoamides and N-chloroamides, such as trichloroisocyanuric acid, tribromoisocyanuric acid, dibromoisocyanuric acid and dichloroisocyanuric acid; hydantoin compounds, such as 1,3-dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin; and any mixture thereof; and / or Wherein the at least one bleach activator is selected from the group consisting of: - polyacylated alkylenediamines, preferably tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED); - acylated triazine derivatives, preferably 1,5-diacetyl-2,4-dioxohexahydro-1,3,5-triazine (DADHT); - acylated glycoluril, preferably tetraacetyl glycoluril (TAGU); - N-acyl imide, preferably N-nonanoyl succinimide (NOSI); - acylated phenolsulfonates, preferably n-nonanoyloxybenzenesulfonate or isononanoyloxybenzenesulfonate (n-NOBS or iso-NOBS); - lactams optionally adsorbed onto a solid support, preferably benzoyl caprolactam, octanoyl caprolactam, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl caprolactam, nonanoyl caprolactam, decanoyl caprolactam, undecanoyl caprolactam, benzoyl valerolactam, octanoyl valerolactam, decanoyl valerolactam, undecanoyl valerolactam, nonanoyl valerolactam, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl valerolactam and mixtures thereof; and any mixtures thereof.

3. The detergent and cleaning composition of claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the at least one linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; and / or The second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

4. The detergent and cleaning composition according to claim 3, wherein the at least one linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol and any mixture thereof; or wherein the at least one linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or wherein the mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols is selected from the group consisting of: A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-hexanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-octanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-hexanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-hexanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-heptanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-octanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 1,2-nonanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-nonanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-pentanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-hexanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-octanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-octanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-nonanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-nonanediol; A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-decanediol; and A mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-undecanediol.

5. The detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols comprises the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in a ratio in the range of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio in the range of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio in the range of 80:20 to 98:2, still more preferably in a ratio in the range of 90:10 to 95:

5.

6. The detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the at least one surfactant is selected from the group consisting of anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, nonionic surfactants, amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants and any mixtures thereof; preferably wherein - The anionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of: C10 to C18 alkylbenzene sulfonates; C10 to C18 alkyl sulfates; C10 to C18 alkyl sulfates ethoxylated with 1 to 3 mol of ethylene oxide; C10 to C18 alpha-olefin sulfonates; C8 to C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 1 to 10 mol of ethylene oxide; and any mixture thereof; - The cationic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of: Quaternary C8 to C18 alkylethanolamines; Quaternary C8 to C18 alkyl ammonium compounds; C8 to C18 alkyl ammonium methyl sulfate; and any mixture thereof; - The nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of: C6 to C18 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1 to 12 mol of ethylene oxide; Alkoxylated C6 to C18 fatty alcohols such as C6 to C18 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 1 to 25 mol of ethylene oxide, C6 to C18 fatty alcohol propoxylated with 1 to 15 mol of propylene oxide, C6 to C18 fatty alcohol butoxylated with 1 to 10 moles of butylene oxide, and combinations thereof; C6 to C18 sophorolipids; C6 to C18 rhamnolipids; C5 to C18 alkyl polyglycosides; C6 to C18 alkanolamides; C6 to C18 fatty acid ester alkoxylates; and any mixture thereof; and - The amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of: C10 to C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide; C10 to C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide; C10 to C18 alkylamidopropyl dimethylamine oxide; C10 to C18 alkyl betaine; C10 to C18 alkyl amido betaines; C10 to C18 sulfobetaines; any mixture thereof; and any mixtures of the above-specified cationic, anionic, nonionic and amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants.

7. The detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the at least one enzyme is selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, cutinases, gluconidases, peroxidases, pectinases, mannanases, esterases, hemicellulases, xylanases, phospholipases, pectate lyases, keratinases, reductases, nucleases (including DNases and / or RNases), phenoloxidases, lipoxygenases, ligninases, pullulanases, tannases, pentosanases, melanases, ß-glucanases, arabinosidases, hyaluronidases, chondroitinases, oxidoreductases such as oxidases, oxygenases, catalases, peroxidases such as haloperoxidases, chloroperoxidases, bromoperoxidases, lignin-peroxidases, glucose-peroxidases or manganese-peroxidases, dioxygenases or laccases such as phenoloxidases, polyphenoloxidases and any mixtures thereof.

8. The detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 7, further comprising a bleach catalyst, wherein the bleach catalyst comprises as a macromolecular ligand: -1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me-TACN), -1,4,7-Triazacyclononane (TACN), -1,5,9-trimethyl-1,5,9-triazacyclododecane (Me-TACD), -2-methyl-1,4,7-trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me / Me-TACN), -2-methyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane (Me / TACN), wherein Me represents Mn, Fe, Co, Ru or Mo, and any mixture thereof.

9. The detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 8, further comprising active substances and / or additives selected from the group consisting of: solvents, builders, detergents, dispersants, foam inhibitors, chelants, sequestrants, anti-redeposition agents, dye transfer inhibitors / color protectants, dye scavengers, dyes, graying inhibitors, fluorescent brighteners, UV absorbers, thickeners or rheology modifiers, hydrotropes, solubility modifiers, pH adjusters, buffers, solvents, antistatic agents, anti-wrinkle agents, antimicrobial agents, odor removers / odor traps, dirt shielding / detergents, UV protectants, fragrances, disinfectants, bactericides, water repellents, insect repellents, anti-pilling agents, acidulants, mildew inhibitors, anti-sensitizers and any mixtures thereof; preferably Wherein the antimicrobial agent is selected from the group consisting of benzyl alcohol, methylbenzyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol and mixtures thereof.

10. The detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 9, comprising the bleaching agent in an amount of 1.0% to 30.0% by weight, preferably 2.0% to 27.0% by weight, more preferably 3.0% to 25.0% by weight, most preferably 5.0.0% to 20.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and / or Based on the total weight of the composition, the bleach activator is present in an amount of 0.1 wt% to 60.0 wt%, preferably 0.2 wt% to 40.0 wt%, more preferably 0.3 wt% to 30.0 wt%, most preferably 0.5 wt% to 20.0 wt%; and / or Based on the total weight of the composition, the at least one bleach booster (b) is present in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight, preferably in an amount of 0.01% to 10.0% by weight, more preferably in an amount of 0.1% to 5.0% by weight, still more preferably in an amount of 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, most preferably in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight; and / or Based on the total weight of the composition, the at least one surfactant is present in an amount of 0.001% to 90% by weight, preferably in an amount of 0.001% to 60% by weight, more preferably in an amount of 0.01% to 50% by weight, most preferably in an amount of 0.1% to 40% by weight; and / or Based on the total weight of the composition, the at least one enzyme is included in an amount of 0.0001 wt. % to 5 wt. %, preferably 0.0001 wt. % to 4 wt. %, more preferably 0.001 wt. % to 3 wt. %, still more preferably 0.01 wt. % to 2 wt. %, most preferably 0.05 wt. % to 2 wt. %.

11. Use of the detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 10 as detergent and cleaning product or for the preparation of detergent and cleaning products; preferably for textile cleaning, laundry washing, fabric care, dishwashing, for household, institutional and industrial cleaning, cleaning of medical and dental instruments.

12. A detergent and cleaning product comprising a detergent and cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the detergent and cleaning composition or product is a heavy duty detergent, a color care detergent, a light duty detergent, an all-purpose detergent, a fabric softener, a fabric laundry scent, a scented wash, a laundry wipe, a stain remover (pre-stain remover, Vanish type), a washing machine detergent, a home care product, an all-purpose cleaner, a manual dishwashing detergent, an automatic dishwashing detergent, a medical cleaning product, all of the foregoing products in liquid, solid, gel, stick, paste, spray, tablet, encapsulated, diluted or concentrated form and optionally in two-compartment or multi-compartment form; and all of the foregoing products for household, medical, institutional or industrial applications.

13. A method for treating a soiled and / or soiled substrate comprising the steps of: - treating a substrate with a detergent or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 10 or a product according to claim 12; as well as - Rinse the substrate in water to remove the composition or product.

14. Use of at least one bleach booster for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or for boosting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions, the at least one bleach booster being selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms according to any one of claims 3 to 5 or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b V )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof.

15. A method for improving the bleaching ability of bleaching agents in detergents and cleaning compositions and / or promoting stain and / or soil removal of detergents and cleaning compositions, comprising the steps of: (i) providing detergent and cleaning compositions comprising bleach; as well as (ii) adding thereto an effective amount of at least one bleaching booster selected from the group consisting of: (b I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms according to any one of claims 3 to 5 or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 11 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol; (b II ) Glyceryl caprylate; (b III )4-hydroxyacetophenone; (b V )tropolone; and Any mixture thereof.

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