Comprehensive washing and cleaning products in environmentally friendly microcapsules
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HENKEL KGAA
- Filing Date
- 2020-12-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing microcapsules used in detergents and cleaning agents lack sufficient biodegradability, diffusion tightness, and chemical resistance, making them unsuitable for demanding applications.
A multilayer microcapsule structure is developed, comprising a first layer of naturally occurring biodegradable materials like gelatin or alginate, combined with a second sealing layer of melamine-formaldehyde or methacrylate, ensuring a biodegradability of at least 40% and sufficient sealing properties.
The microcapsules exhibit high biodegradability and sealing properties, suitable for use in detergents and cleaning agents, maintaining integrity in demanding environments while decomposing over time.