Detergents and / or cleaning compositions for odor reduction and fragrance enhancement

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to the field of detergents and / or cleaning compositions. In particular, the present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising specific mixtures of hydroxyl compounds and having improved fragrance performance. More specifically, the present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising a surfactant, a fragrance substance, an effective amount of an alkanediol, and a combination of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin, and optionally an antimicrobial component, and the use of such detergents and / or cleaning compositions for the preparation of detergents and / or cleaning preparations / products for household, institutional, and industrial applications. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of specific combinations of substances as defined herein for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion and / or odor reduction and / or odor coating of fragrance substances, and / or odor prevention. Finally, the present invention relates to a method for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of a detergent and / or cleaning composition, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of a fragrance substance, and / or enhancing the adhesion of a fragrance substance and / or odor reduction and / or odor coating, by adding an effective amount of an alkanediol and a combination of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as fragrance enhancers to the detergent and / or cleaning composition.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention generally relates to the field of detergents and / or cleaning compositions used in the field of home care. In particular, the present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising specific combinations of hydroxyl compounds having improved fragrance performance and improved odor reduction / coating / masking properties.

[0002] More specifically, the present invention relates to a detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising a surfactant, a fragrance substance, an effective amount of 1,2-heptanediol and / or 2,3-heptanediol, or at least one other alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, and a mixture of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as a fragrance enhancer, and optionally an antimicrobial component, as well as the use of said detergent and / or cleaning composition for the preparation of detergents and / or cleaning preparations / products for household, institutional, and industrial applications. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and / or 2,3-heptanediol, or at least one other alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined herein, and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin, for the purpose of enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or reducing malodors, and / or coating malodors, and / or preventing malodors. Finally, the present invention relates to a method for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of a (fragrance-containing) detergent and / or cleaning composition, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of the fragrance substance, and / or enhancing the adhesion of the fragrance substance, and / or reducing / covering / preventing malodorous odors, by adding a mixture of an effective amount of 1,2-heptanediol and / or 2,3-heptanediol, or other alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined herein, and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin to the (fragrance-containing) detergent and / or cleaning composition as a (fragrance) enhancer. [Background technology]

[0003] Detergents and / or cleaning compositions must remove a wide variety of stains and grime from different substrate types under a wide range of cleaning conditions. In particular, detergents and cleaning compositions for laundry and textile cleaning, dishwashing, etc., are mainly composed of surfactants or mixtures of surfactants, whose primary role is to remove dust and non-water-soluble substances such as grease from surfaces such as fabrics, clothing, dishes, and utensils, as well as hard surfaces such as metals, plastics, glass, and ceramics. Besides surfactants, modern detergents and / or cleaning formulations consist of builders, chelating agents, co-builders, and other polymer additives used for specific cleaning or staining effects such as anti-fouling and anti-redeposition, color transfer prevention, and rheological improvement. In addition to these components, one or more bleaching agents are usually added to detergents and cleaning compositions as further active substances.

[0004] Today, many consumer products, such as detergents, fabric softeners, powder detergents, liquid detergents, shower gels, shampoos, deodorants, and lotions, are scented with aromatic substances or contain cosmetic ingredients to produce specific effects. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions should, in particular, provide a fresh scent to perceive freshness and cleanliness after cleaning or washing, not only visually but also olfactorily. Preferably, detergents and / or cleaning compositions should also provide efficient odor covering / masking or removal, i.e., the removal or reduction of odors that are undesirable and rather considered unpleasant in the corresponding cleaned article. The washed article should be free of any malodorous odors attached to the article and have a fresh and clean smell, or alternatively, impart a particular desirable fragrance or sense of freshness. This sense of cleanliness or freshness is particularly desired, for example, in laundry detergents, toilet cleaners, and the like.

[0005] To achieve a desired fragrance impression, multiple components, such as additives and auxiliaries, are usually required, or large amounts of aromatic components must be added. Common additives for improving fragrance impressions are so-called fixatives, or fragrance retarders. These substances are usually low in volatility. Unfortunately, however, these substances and their fragrances can interfere with other components of the detergent and / or cleaning formulation, thereby altering the desired fragrance impression of the aromatic components, or these substances may also interfere with each other in fragrance development.

[0006] Furthermore, home care products such as laundry detergents (in powder or liquid form), fabric conditioners, dishwashing detergents, floor and surface cleaners, glass cleaners, and air fresheners should be capable of efficiently reducing malodorous or unpleasant odors, such as those originating from human or animal sweat, on household furniture and textiles such as pillows and sofa covers, clothing, and carpets. In addition, efficient detergents and / or cleaning compositions should prevent the formation of malodorous odors.

[0007] Malodors are present in many environments. Such odors are generated in industrial, commercial, and residential environments. In industrial environments, odors are often generated by processes involving the use of chemicals. In commercial and residential environments, malodors can be generated, for example, by waste, garbage cans, cat litter, sweat, and food processing and handling.

[0008] Unfortunately, multiple components of these detergents and / or cleaning compositions may interact with each other or cause allergic reactions during use. In addition, the more volatile components of the fragrance formulations in such compositions tend to evaporate prematurely. As a result, this leads to undesirable changes and / or reductions in the fragrance.

[0009] Therefore, the detergent industry is constantly searching for ingredients that can solve these negative aspects.

[0010] Therefore, there remains a continuing need for substances that have the ability to improve the cleaning and fragrance performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance components without requiring multiple additional additives.

[0011] In addition, there is a need for detergents and / or cleaning compositions that are not too complex and are highly effective, while avoiding the use of ingredients that are undesirable from an environmental and health perspective.

[0012] Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a multipurpose detergent and / or cleaning composition having excellent fragrance performance and improved cleaning performance. In particular, an object of the present invention is to provide a detergent and / or cleaning composition having improved fragrance performance with respect to strength and adhesion.

[0013] Furthermore, an object of the present invention is to provide a detergent and / or cleaning composition that, compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing conventional formulations, provides better cleaning performance, along with odor reduction and / or improved coating effect, and also prevents the formation of malodorous odors.

[0014] Furthermore, an object of the present invention is to provide a method for washing a substrate while improving olfactory performance in terms of strength and adhesion, without requiring additives such as fixatives.

[0015] Another object of the present invention is to provide a substance or mixture of substances that can enhance the fragrance intensity of fragrance substances in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and improve the adhesion of fragrance substances contained in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, even when using small amounts of fragrance components.

[0016] Finally, the object of the present invention is to provide a method for enhancing or improving the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or improving odor coating and / or odor reduction and / or odor prevention.

[0017] Surprisingly, it has been found that adding a specific mixture of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or at least one other alkanediol specified herein, together with at least one further enhancer such as glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as an aroma enhancer as defined herein, to detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance components has a favorable effect on cleaning performance and efficiently enables an improvement in the fragrance impression. Substrates treated with the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention exhibit a significantly increased fragrance impression with long-term adhesion compared to formulations that do not contain 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or at least one alkanediol as specified herein, when used with a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as fragrance enhancers. Surprisingly, the mixture of alkanediols and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin exhibits excellent fragrance-enhancing properties, meaning that the intensity and adherence of the fragrance contained in the detergent and / or cleaning composition are improved even when using small amounts of fragrance components, without the need for the addition of fixatives, thereby reducing the overall amount of components in the final formulation and lowering the potential for allergies and environmental impact of the final product formulation.

[0018] Therefore, no additional additives are needed to achieve sufficient adhesion.

[0019] Furthermore, surprisingly, the compositions disclosed herein have been found to efficiently reduce or at least efficiently mask malodors. Even more surprisingly, the compositions disclosed herein have been found to efficiently prevent the formation of malodors. These effects result not merely from the presence of fragrance components, but from the synergistic interactions of the individual components of the compositions.

[0020] Furthermore, fragrance-enhancing ingredients simultaneously improve cleaning performance, requiring fewer ingredients overall to provide efficient detergents and / or cleaning formulations that deliver clean and fresh results and impressions.

[0021] More specifically, it has been found that adding an effective amount of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or at least one alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or a mixture containing at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, in combination with glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as defined herein, to detergents and / or cleaning compositions improves the aromatic intensity of the fragrance in the detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing the fragrance components, extends its adhesion to the treated substrate, and thereby ensures long-lasting fragrance, compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions that do not contain such fragrance-enhancing compositions based on specific hydroxyl compound combinations as defined herein.

[0022] Therefore, a fragranced detergent and / or cleaning composition containing a fragrance component in combination with 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or at least one 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 in combination with glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as defined herein, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, provides an overall improvement in cleaning and fragrance impression compared to a detergent and / or cleaning composition that does not contain such a fragrance-enhancing composition.

[0023] Conversely, due to the enhancing effects on fragrance performance, cleaning performance, and odor reduction / prevention performance, the amounts of additives such as fixatives, fragrances, odor reducers, and other components that increase the efficacy and fragrance performance in these detergents and / or cleaning compositions can be reduced without losing cleaning performance. [Overview of the project]

[0024] The present invention was made in consideration of the disadvantages described above. To solve the above-mentioned disadvantages, the present invention provides a detergent and / or cleaning composition that significantly minimizes or eliminates malodors, or prevents the formation of malodors, and at the same time exhibits strong and long-lasting fragrance performance along with improved cleaning performance.

[0025] Therefore, in order to achieve the above objectives, the present invention, in one embodiment, (a1) at least one surfactant, (b1) at least one aromatic substance, (c1.1) 1,2-heptanediol, and (c1.2) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, and any mixture thereof, (d1) at least one antimicrobial compound, or (a2) at least one surfactant, (b) at least one aromatic substance, (c2.1) 2,3-heptanediol, and (c2.2) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, and any mixture thereof, (d2) at least one antimicrobial compound, or (a3) at least one surfactant, (b3) at least one aromatic substance, (c3.1) A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, and (c3.2) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, and any mixture thereof, (d3) at least one antimicrobial compound, The present invention provides detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing or comprising the following, preferably for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of the detergent and / or cleaning composition, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of the fragrance substance, and / or enhancing the adhesion of the fragrance substance, and / or for reducing malodors, and / or for malodor coating, and / or for preventing malodors.

[0026] In another embodiment, the present invention is (a) at least one surfactant, (b) at least one aromatic substance, (c) A mixture, (c I) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further (aromatic) enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and A further (fragrance) enhancer comprising, or comprising, at least one further (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further (fragrance) enhancers, (d) at least one antimicrobial compound, The present invention provides detergents and / or cleaning compositions that include or consist of the following, preferably for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of the detergent and / or cleaning composition, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of the fragrance substance, and / or enhancing the adhesion of the fragrance substance and / or odor reduction, and / or for odor coating and / or odor prevention.

[0027] In even more preferred variations, at least one linear alkanediol, at least one first linear alkanediol, and / or one or more second linear alkanediols have a carbon chain length of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. For these alkanediols, particularly remarkable enhancing effects were observed, especially with respect to aroma enhancement.

[0028] In a further embodiment, the present invention provides the use of detergents and / or cleaning compositions as detergents and / or cleaning products, or for the preparation of detergents and / or cleaning products.

[0029] In a further embodiment, the present invention provides a detergent and / or cleaning product comprising a detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, or a detergent and / or cleaning product comprising such composition.

[0030] Surprisingly, the compositions according to the present invention can be efficiently used to enhance the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or to enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances contained therein, and / or to enhance the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or to reduce malodors, and / or to coat malodors, and / or to prevent malodors.

[0031] In further embodiments, the present invention relates to a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or mixture (c) (c I ) At least one enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The use of a mixture comprising, or consisting of, at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further enhancers, To enhance the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or to enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or to enhance the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or for malodor reduction, and / or for malodor masking, and / or for malodor prevention.

[0032] In a more preferred variant, the present invention relates to a mixture (c) consisting of (c I ) at least one straight-chain alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first straight-chain alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second straight-chain alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first straight-chain alkanediol, selected from the group consisting of mixtures comprising and at least one further enhancer, consisting of (c II ) glyceryl caprylate, (c III ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) ethylhexylglycerin, and a use of a mixture comprising or consisting of at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures of these further enhancers, for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or for enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or for enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or for malodor reduction, and / or for malodor masking, and / or for malodor prevention.

[0033] In even more preferred variations, at least one linear alkanediol, at least one first linear alkanediol, and / or one or more second linear alkanediols have a carbon chain length of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. For these alkanediols, particularly remarkable enhancing effects were observed, especially with respect to aroma enhancement.

[0034] In the final aspect, the present invention relates to a method for enhancing or improving the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or reducing and / or preventing malodors, (i) A step of providing a detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising at least one surfactant and at least one fragrance substance, (ii) A mixture of effective amounts of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or mixture (c) (c I ) At least one enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The present invention provides a method comprising the step of adding to it at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures thereof, or a mixture consisting thereof.

[0035] In a more preferred modification, the present invention provides a method for enhancing or improving the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or for enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or for enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or for reducing and / or preventing malodors, (i) A step of providing a detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising at least one surfactant and at least one fragrance substance, (ii) an effective amount of mixture (c), (c I ) At least one enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The present invention provides a method comprising the step of adding to it at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures thereof, or a mixture consisting thereof.

[0036] In even more preferred variations, at least one linear alkanediol, at least one first linear alkanediol, and / or one or more second linear alkanediols have a carbon chain length of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. For these alkanediols, particularly remarkable enhancing effects were observed, especially with respect to aroma enhancement.

[0037] The present invention is defined in the appended claims. However, the present invention itself, as well as preferred modifications thereof, other purposes and advantages, will also be apparent from the following detailed description in conjunction with the appended examples and drawings.

[0038] All percentages are by weight unless otherwise specified.

[0039] Numerical ranges listed herein in the form "x~y" include the value that defines the range and each integer within the defined range. Where multiple preferred numerical ranges are specified in this form, all ranges created by combining various endpoints are also included.

[0040] In the context of this invention, the term "comprising" means that the designated components are essential, but other components may be added and are still encompassed by this invention.

[0041] As used in accordance with the present invention, the term "consisting of" means that the total amounts of components (a) to (c) (and (a) to (d) respectively) total 100% by weight based on the total weight of the detergent and / or cleaning composition, and that the subject matter is non-restrictive and may include only the limitations explicitly listed.

[0042] Whenever "comprising" is mentioned, it is intended to encompass both meanings as alternatives; that is, unless the context indicates otherwise, its meaning can be either "comprising" or "consisting of."

[0043] In the context of the present invention, the terms "at least one..." or "one or more..." mean that the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention may contain one or two, three, four, five, six, or more different components from those following the terms.

[0044] The terms "and / or" indicate that a link exists or that an alternative is provided.

[0045] The term "optionally" means that the following components may, but are not required to, be present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition, and that the description includes variations containing the compound or variations in which the compound is not present.

[0046] As used herein, the term "alkyl" refers to saturated hydrocarbons having one or more carbon atoms, including linear alkyl groups (e.g., methyl, ethyl, propyl, butyl, pentyl, hexyl, heptyl, octyl, nonyl, decyl, undecyl, dodecyl, tridecyl, tetradecyl, pentadecyl, hexadecyl, heptadecyl, octadecyl, etc.), cyclic alkyl groups (or cycloalkyl, alicyclic, or carbocyclic groups) (e.g., cyclopropyl, cyclopentyl, cyclohexyl, cycloheptyl, cyclooctyl, etc.), branched alkyl groups (e.g., isopropyl, tert-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, etc.), and alkyl-substituted alkyl groups (e.g., cycloalkyl-substituted alkyl groups).

[0047] Unless otherwise specified, the term “alkyl” includes both unsubstituted and substituted alkyl groups. As used herein, the term “substituted alkyl” refers to an alkyl group having substituents that replace one or more hydrogen atoms on one or more carbon atoms of the hydrocarbon skeleton. Examples of such substituents include alkenyls, alkynyls, halogens, hydroxyls, alkylcarbonyloxys, arylcarbonyloxys, alkoxycarbonyloxys, aryloxycarbonyloxys, carboxylates, alkylcarbonyls, arylcarbonyls, alkoxycarbonyls, aminocarbonyls, alkylaminocarbonyls, dialkylaminocarbonyls, alkylthiocarbonyls, alkoxyls, phosphates, phosphonates, cyanos, aminos, iminos, sulfhydryls, alkylthios, arylthiols, thiocarboxylates, sulfates, alkylsulfinyls, sulfonates, and nitros.

[0048] In the context of the present invention, the term “enhance” means “improve,” “strengthen,” or “increase.” Correspondingly, “enhancement agent” or “enhancement composition” is a mixture (composition) of agents or substances capable of “improving,” “strengthening,” or “increasing” certain characteristics or properties as defined herein, in particular, the fragrance performance relating to the fragrance intensity and / or fragrance adhesion of fragrance substances in detergents and / or cleaning compositions. In addition, the enhancers specified herein improve the cleaning properties and odor-coating / reduction / prevention properties of the detergents and / or cleaning compositions disclosed herein. Therefore, the term “enhance” is not limited to the fragrance-enhancing properties of the corresponding composition.

[0049] The term "adhesion" refers to the retention of an aromatic compound (fragrance substance) on a substrate to which it is applied (also called fixation or persistence). The slower the dissipation of a fragrance / scent, the more adhesive it is, as the adhesion of the fragrance depends on its volatility. Adhesion is usually achieved by fixation. Terms such as "aromatic substance," "aromatic compound," "fragrance substance," and "fragrance compound" are used synonymously.

[0050] Remarkably, the compositions according to the present invention are efficient detergent and / or cleaning compositions that simultaneously exhibit improved fixation / stability and enable a long-lasting, strong fragrance impression.

[0051] The resulting fragrance-infused formulations / products exhibit high strength even at low concentrations of fragrance compounds, while simultaneously ensuring enhanced fixation (robustness).

[0052] Many attempts have been made to mask malodors through the use of deodorizing compositions. Odor neutralizers work by interacting with malodors to chemically neutralize them. However, these neutralizers (oxidizing agents such as oxygen bleach and chlorine, chlorinated substances such as sodium hypochlorite and chlorine dioxide, reducing agents such as potassium permanganate and sodium bisulfite, etc.) are usually flammable, explosive, corrosive, or toxic. Odor masking agents work by intentionally masking odors by adding another scent. Odor masking has been achieved by using fragrances, aromas, colognes, etc. Furthermore, both deodorizers and neutralizers may cause allergic reactions or interact with other ingredients in the final product.

[0053] Generally, masking agents suppress malodors by (i) using large amounts of fragrance to provide a more pleasant scent, or (ii) providing a fragrance that mixes with the malodor to provide a different and more desirable scent. Unfortunately, in both cases, large amounts of fragrance must be used, which often prove to be unpleasant in itself. Furthermore, the malodor is usually still detectable at reasonably tolerable levels of the masking fragrance. In addition, high levels of fragrance components are expensive and may cause allergic reactions.

[0054] Surprisingly, the compositions disclosed herein have been found to be efficient at masking odors ("odor coating"). To achieve efficient coating, only low levels of fragrance components are required, based on the enhancing effects of the (fragrance) enhancers identified herein.

[0055] In addition, the compositions disclosed herein have been found to be efficient in reducing malodors, or even preventing their formation, without the need for the addition of harmful or dangerous neutralizing agents. Therefore, the compositions according to the present invention can not only coat or mask malodors, but also efficiently prevent their formation. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0056] In one aspect, the present invention is (a1) at least one surfactant, (b1) at least one aromatic substance, (c1.1) 1,2-heptanediol, and (c1.2) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, and any mixture thereof, (d1) The present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising, or comprising, at least one antimicrobial compound, optionally selected.

[0057] Alternatively, in one aspect of the present invention, (a2) at least one surfactant, (b) at least one aromatic substance, (c2.1) 2,3-heptanediol, and (c2.2) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, and any mixture thereof, (d2) The present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising, or comprising, at least one antimicrobial compound, optionally selected.

[0058] In a further alternative, the present invention, in one embodiment, (a3) at least one surfactant, (b3) at least one aromatic substance, (c3.1) A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, and (c3.2) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, and any mixture thereof, (d3) The present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising, or comprising, at least one antimicrobial compound, optionally selected.

[0059] Preferably, the composition is used to enhance or improve the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or to enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or to enhance the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or to reduce malodors, and / or to coat malodors, and / or to prevent malodors.

[0060] In a further embodiment, the present invention is (a) at least one surfactant, (b) at least one aromatic substance, (c) A mixture, (c I ) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further (aromatic) enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and A further (aromatic) enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further enhancers, comprising or comprising a mixture thereof (d) The present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions comprising, or optionally comprising, at least one antimicrobial compound.

[0061] In even more preferred variations, at least one linear alkanediol, at least one first linear alkanediol, and / or one or more second linear alkanediols have a carbon chain length of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. A particularly significant enhancing effect was observed for these alkanediols.

[0062] Accordingly, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises an (first) enhancing component (c) based on an enhancing mixture (c) of at least one first alkanediol component ((first) enhancer / component) as specified above, and at least one further or second component (further or second enhancer / component) selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof.

[0063] The term “detergents and / or cleaning compositions” as used herein is understood to mean all products suitable for cleaning or washing and commonly used for that purpose. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions consist primarily of surfactants or mixtures of surfactants. In addition to surfactants, detergents and / or cleaning compositions typically consist of builders and chelating agents, co-builders, and other polymer additives used for specific effects such as preventing redeposition, preventing color transfer, or improving rheology. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions refer to compositions used to remove undesirable compounds from items to be cleaned, such as textiles (cloths, clothing, etc.), dishes, floors, and hard surfaces (metals, plastics, and ceramics, etc.). These deposits may be caused by stains and dirt, bacteria, and other contaminants. Detergents are the most commonly used cleaning compositions for textiles. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions may be used for household, institutional, and industrial cleaning. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions also include disinfectants that kill all vegetative cells, including recognized pathogenic microorganisms. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions can be used by the detergent composition itself, by the detergent product, or by the solution used therein.

[0064] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention are preferably used to remove stains and / or dirt from textile products, fabrics, laundry, dishes, utensils, medical and dental instruments, hard surfaces, etc., while simultaneously enhancing or improving the olfactory impression and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances and / or reducing / covering / preventing malodorous odors.

[0065] The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention provides both odor reduction and / or odor coating and / or odor prevention, as well as improved cleaning performance and improved olfactory characteristics.

[0066] 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 articles / substrates to be washed, such as textiles and surfaces, tableware / dishes and cutlery / silverware, pots, pans, heat-resistant dishes and other kitchenware, and other substrates.

[0067] These deposits may be formed by stains caused by sweat, grease, tea, chocolate, coffee, grass, red wine, grass / mud, fruit juice, blood, tomato puree, unused engine oil, salad dressing, balsamic vinegar, cooked beef tallow, French-style tube mustard, cosmetics, etc., or by stains caused by grease, starchy stains such as rice and pasta, protein-based stains such as egg yolk and mayonnaise, lipstick, starchy stains, etc., and other stains remaining on the corresponding surface. Therefore, deposits are any form of unwanted residue such as impurities, dust, food, and grease.

[0068] In the context of the present invention, the term “substrate” includes fabrics, textiles, laundry, dishes, utensils, carpets, any hard surfaces (such as tiles, floors, or furniture), medical and dental instruments, etc., which may be contaminated with stains and / or dirt and may be treated by a washing or cleaning process.

[0069] As used herein, the terms “dishes” or “dishes” are intended to mean any form of kitchenware, dinner sets, or tableware, including but not limited to pots, pans, cutlery, sauerks, plates, cups, knives, forks, spoons, glassware such as glasses, cutting boards, and porcelain.

[0070] The term "hard surface" refers to solid, substantially inflexible surfaces such as countertops, tiles, floors, walls, panels, windows, plumbing fixtures, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, electrical appliances, engines, circuit boards, and dishes. Examples of hard surfaces include healthcare surfaces and food / plant / animal processing surfaces.

[0071] Surprisingly, certain combinations of the (fragrance) enhancers specified herein have been found to efficiently improve fragrance intensity and the adhesion of fragrance substances. In addition, these substances are very suitable for odor reduction and have been found to enhance the odor-reducing effect of at least antimicrobial substances. Further advantageous effects have been found considering the coating of malodorous odors and the prevention of their formation. Therefore, fragrance substances combined with the fragrance-enhancing mixtures specified herein are preferably used to improve the olfactory properties of the fragrance substances, and / or to enhance the adhesion of the fragrance substances, and / or for odor reduction.

[0072] Based on its advantageous effects on odor and fragrance intensity, the compositions according to the present invention are suitable for odor control, for use in odor control, for adjusting fragrance, or for improving fragrance. The compositions according to the present invention provide excellent effects for adjusting, improving, or suppressing undesirable fragrances.

[0073] In the context of the present invention, the term "malodorous coating" (or "malodorous masking") means that the unpleasant odor of one or more substances or compositions is completely suppressed or reduced, but the coating is not achieved by the beneficial inherent aroma of the added compound. Generally, the unpleasant odor of a substance or composition is improved by adding a compound that exhibits a malodorous coating effect, but the added compound does not improve the unpleasant odor of the substance or composition due to the beneficial inherent aroma of the added compound. The added compound is an odor-neutral molecule without a beneficial inherent aroma. Therefore, in the context of the present invention, the term "malodorous coating" does not refer to an aromatic compound or composition that only coats unpleasant odors due to a strong beneficial inherent aroma.

[0074] In the context of the present invention, the term "odor control" means that the formation of unpleasant odors is completely suppressed or prevented (prevention of odor formation) and / or that unpleasant odors that are already present are completely suppressed or at least reduced ("odor reduction"). For example, the suppression or prevention of the formation of unpleasant odors can be achieved by suppressing or preventing microbial activity. Therefore, "odor control" can be achieved by preventing odor generation and / or reducing odors.

[0075] In the context of this invention, the odor reduction / masking / preventive effect means that unpleasant or most offensive olfactory perceptions, usually caused by aromatic substances, are perceptibly reduced, masked, or even blocked. Thereafter, the reduction is not based solely on masking by a strong fragrance.

[0076] Surfactants / Components (a), (a1), (a2), (a3): The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one surfactant (a1, a2, a3, a) that is typically used in the field of home care.

[0077] Surfactants are added for several reasons, the primary purpose being their cleaning activity. They remove dirt from clothing and surfaces during the washing and cleaning process, keeping it suspended in the cleaning solution. Some surfactants also perform other functions, such as foam inhibitory properties.

[0078] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention may comprise any type of surfactant, namely anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, nonionic surfactants, amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants, and any mixture thereof.

[0079] The following are suitable surfactants that can be incorporated into the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention.

[0080] Anionic surfactants: Suitable anionic surfactants for detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention include any conventional anionic surfactant. Typical examples of anionic surfactants are: C10-C18 alkylbenzene sulfonates, C10-C18 alkyl sulfates, • C10-C18 alkyl sulfates ethoxylated with 1-3 moles of ethylene oxide, • C10-C18 α-olefin sulfonate, • C8-C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 1-10 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixture thereof.

[0081] In preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the anionic surfactant is: C10-C13 alkylbenzene sulfonates, C12-C15 alkyl sulfates, • C12-C14 alkyl sulfate ethoxylated with 1-3 moles of ethylene oxide, • C12-C16 α-olefin sulfonate, • C8-C18 alkyl carboxylates ethoxylated with 3-10 moles of ethylene oxide, preferably ethoxylated with 3-6 moles of ethylene oxide. Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0082] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the anionic surfactant is: • Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid, • Dodecyl sulfate, • Dodecyl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, • C12-C14 α-olefin sulfonate, • C18 alkyl carboxylate ethoxylated with 9-10 moles of ethylene oxide, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0083] Preferably, at least one surfactant is an anionic surfactant, preferably one that is typically used in the field of home care.

[0084] Alternatively, at least one surfactant is a nonionic surfactant, preferably one that is typically used in the field of home care.

[0085] In the most preferred modification, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises a mixture of two or more anionic and nonionic surfactants as specified herein.

[0086] For laundry detergents, the anionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid, dodecyl sulfate, dodecyl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixture thereof.

[0087] For dishwashing detergents, the anionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of dodecyl sulfate, dodecyl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixture thereof.

[0088] For hard surface cleaning detergents, the anionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of dodecyl sulfate, dodecyl sulfate ethoxylated with 2 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixture thereof.

[0089] Cationic surfactants: Suitable cationic surfactants for detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention include any conventional cationic surfactant. Typical examples of cationic surfactants are: • Quaternary C8-C18 alkylethanolamines • Quaternary C8-C18 alkylammonium compounds, C8-C18 alkylammonium methosulfate, and any mixture thereof.

[0090] In preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the cationic surfactant is • Quaternary C12-C18 alkylethanolamines • Quaternary C12-C18 alkylammonium compounds, • C12-C18 alkylammonium methosulfate, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0091] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the cationic surfactant is: • Quaternary C16-C18 alkylethanolamines • Quaternary C16-C18 alkylammonium compounds, C14-C18 alkylammonium methosulfate, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0092] For hard surface cleaning detergents, the cationic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of quaternary C16-C18 alkylammonium compounds and any mixture thereof.

[0093] For fabric softeners, the cationic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of C14-C18 alkylammonium methosulfates and any mixture thereof.

[0094] Nonionic surfactants: Suitable nonionic surfactants for detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention include any conventional nonionic surfactant. Typical examples of nonionic surfactants are: • C6-C18 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1-12 moles of ethylene oxide. • Alkoxylated C6-C18 fatty alcohols, for example, C6-C18 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1-25 moles of ethylene oxide, C6-C18 fatty alcohols propoxylated with 1-15 moles of propylene oxide, C6-C18 fatty alcohols butoxylated with 1-10 moles of butylene oxide, and their combinations, • C6-C18 sophorolipids, • C6-C18 rhamnolipids, • C5-C18 alkyl polyglycosides, C6-C18 alkanolamides, • C6-C18 fatty acid ester alkoxylates, It also includes any mixture thereof.

[0095] In preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the nonionic surfactant is: • C8-C15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3-8 moles of ethylene oxide. • Alkoxylated C8-C15 fatty alcohols, for example, C8-C15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1-25 moles of ethylene oxide, C8-C15 fatty alcohols propoxylated with 1-15 moles of propylene oxide, C8-C15 fatty alcohols butoxylated with 1-10 moles of butylene oxide, and their combinations, • C8-C18 sophorolipids, • C8-C18 rhamnolipids, • C7-C15 alkyl polyglycosides, C8-C15 alkanolamides, • C8-C15 fatty acid ester alkoxylates, The group consists of any mixture thereof, and is selected from that group.

[0096] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the nonionic surfactant is: • C10-C18 sophorolipids, • C10-C18 rhamnolipids, • C8-C14 alkyl polyglycosides, • Cocamide DEA / MEA • C10-C14 fatty acid ester alkoxylates, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0097] In a more preferred modification of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the nonionic surfactant is: • C10-C18 sophorolipids, • C10-C18 rhamnolipids, • C8-C14 alkyl polyglycosides, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0098] The nonionic surfactant is particularly useful for preparing "environmentally friendly" detergents and / or cleaning compositions.

[0099] For laundry detergents, dishwashing detergents, and hard surface cleaning detergents, the nonionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of C10-C18 sophorolipids, C10-C18 rhamnolipids, C8-C14 alkyl polyglycosides, and any mixture thereof.

[0100] In a further preferred modification, for laundry detergents, the nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of C12-C14 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 7 moles of ethylene oxide, C13-C15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 7 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixture thereof.

[0101] In a further preferred modification, for hard surface cleaning such as degreasing agents, the nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of C9-C11 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3-8 moles of ethylene oxide, C10 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 3-8 moles of ethylene oxide, and any mixture thereof.

[0102] In a further preferred modification, for automatic dishwashing, the nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of C12-C14 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 5 moles of ethylene oxide and / or propoxylated with 4 moles of propylene oxide.

[0103] Amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants: Suitable amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants for detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention include any conventional amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant. Typical examples of amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants are: • C10~C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide, • C10~C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide, • C10-C18 alkylamidopropyl dimethylamine oxide, • C10-C18 alkylbetaine, • C10-C18 alkylamide betaine, • C10-C18 sulfobetaine, and encompasses any mixture of the above-mentioned surfactants.

[0104] In preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant is • C10~C15 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide, • C10~C15 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide, • C10-C15 alkylamidopropyl dimethylamine oxide, • C10-C15 alkyl betaine, • C10-C15 alkylamide betaine, • C10-C15 sulfobetaine, The group consists of any mixture of the above-mentioned surfactants.

[0105] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant is • C12~C14 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide, • C12~C14 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide, • C12-C14 alkylamidopropyldimethylamine oxide, • C12-C14 alkyl betaines, • C12-C14 alkylamide betaine, • C12-C14 sulfobetaine, The group consists of any mixture of the above-mentioned surfactants.

[0106] For dishwashing detergents, the amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant is most preferably selected from the group consisting of C12-C14 alkyl betaines and any mixture thereof.

[0107] The above numerical ranges, listed in the form "Cx~Cy" with respect to the number of carbon atoms in surfactants, include the value defining the range and each integer within the defined range. For example, the range C10~C18 includes C10, C11, C12, C13, C14, C15, C16, C17, and C18. For example, the term "C10~C18 alkyl" includes decyl, undecyl, dodecyl, tridecyl, tetradecyl, pentadecyl, hexadecyl, heptadecyl, and octadecyl. Similarly, the term "C12~C14 alkyl" includes dodecyl, tridecyl, and tetradecyl. For example, the term "C6~C18 fatty alcohol" includes fatty alcohols having carbon chains with 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, or 18 carbon atoms. Similarly, the term "C6-C18 rhamnolipid" includes rhamnolipids and structures that include carbon chains having 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, or 18 carbon atoms.

[0108] The surfactants identified above can be used alone, or in the form of mixtures of two, three, or even more surfactants from the same surfactant category (anionic, cationic, nonionic, amphoteric / zwitterionic), or as mixtures of surfactants from different surfactant categories.

[0109] Aromatic substances / components (b), (b1), (b2), (b3): The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention further comprises at least one fragrance substance as component (b1), (b2), (b3), (b).

[0110] As used herein, the term “aromatic substance” refers to a single substance. These substances are also referred to as “aromatic substances,” “fragrance substances,” or “aromatic materials,” as well as “fragrance.”

[0111] However, the term "fragrance oil" refers to a mixture of two or more of the aforementioned single fragrance substances (also called a "fragrance mixture," "aromatic mixture," or "aromatic composition," etc.).

[0112] However, preferably, at least one aroma substance is a compound used primarily for the purpose of imparting or enhancing aroma. Preferably, these substances or mixtures of substances can impart or enhance the aroma of the composition or formulation in a positive or pleasant way.

[0113] The composition according to the present invention preferably comprises one or more fragrance oils and / or fragrances. Suitable fragrance oils are mixtures of natural and synthetic fragrances. Natural fragrances are extracts from flowers, stems and leaves, fruits, fruit peels, roots, wood, herbs and grasses, needle-like leaves and branches, as well as resins and balsams. Animal products such as musk and castoreum are also suitable, for example.

[0114] Examples of natural fragrances include extracts from flowers (lily, lavender, rose, jasmine, neroli, ylang-ylang), stems and leaves (geranium, patchouli, petitgrain), fruits (anise, coriander, caraway, juniper), fruit peels (bergamot, lemon, orange), roots (nutmeg, angelica, celery, cardamom, costus, iris, calamus), woods (pine, sandalwood, guaiac wood, cedarwood, rosewood), herbs and grasses (tarragon, lemongrass, sage, thyme), needle-like leaves and branches (spruce, fir, pine, dwarf pine), resins and balsams (galbanum, elemi, benzoin, myrrh, olibanum, opoponax).

[0115] Animal-derived ingredients, such as civet cat and beaver, may also be used.

[0116] Typical (synthetic) aromatic compounds are usually ester, ether, aldehyde, ketone, alcohol, and hydrocarbon type products.

[0117] Examples of ester-type aromatic compounds include benzyl acetate, phenoxyethyl isobutyrate, p-tert-butyl cyclohexyl acetate, linalyl acetate, dimethylbenzylcarbin acetate, phenylethyl acetate, linalyl benzoate, benzyl formate, ethylmethylphenyl glycinate, allylcyclohexyl propionate, styraryl propionate, and benzyl salicylate.

[0118] Examples of ethers include benzyl ethyl ether, while examples of aldehydes include linear alcanals containing 8 to 18 carbon atoms, citral, citronellal, citronellyloxyacetaldehyde, cyclamenaldehyde, hydroxycitronellal, lilial, and burgeonal.

[0119] Suitable examples of ketones are ionone, β-isomethylionone, and methylcedyl ketone.

[0120] Suitable alcohols include anethole, citronellol, eugenol, isoeugenol, geraniol, linalool, phenylethyl alcohol, and terpineol.

[0121] Hydrocarbons mainly consist of terpenes and balsams.

[0122] However, it is preferable to use a mixture of different aromatic compounds that produce a pleasant fragrance together.

[0123] Other suitable fragrance oils are relatively low-volatility essential oils used primarily as aromatic components. Examples include sage oil, chamomile oil, clove oil, melissa oil, mint oil, cinnamon oil, lime flower oil, juniper berry oil, vetiver oil, olibanum oil, galbanum oil, ladana oil, and lavender oil.

[0124] Aromatic substances that are advantageously suitable for combination include the following examples of known aroma / scent substances: Extracts from natural raw materials, such as essential oils, concretes, absolutes, resins, resinoids, balsams, tinctures such as ambergris tincture, amyris oil, angelica seed oil, angelica root oil, anise oil, valerian oil, basil oil, tree moss absolute, bay oil, mugwort oil, benzoin resin, bergamot oil, beeswax absolute, birch tar oil, bitter almond oil, savory oil, buchu leaf oil, cabruba oil, cade oil, calamus oil, camphor oil, cananga oil, cardamom oil, cascarilla oil, cassia oil, cassia absolute Lute, Castorium absolute, Cedar leaf oil, Cedarwood oil, Cistus oil, Citronella oil, Lemon oil, Copaiba balsam, Copaiba balsam oil, Coriander oil, Costus root oil, Cumin oil, Cypress oil, Davana oil, Dill weed oil, Dill seed oil, Eau de Brut absolute, Oakmoss absolute, Elemi oil, Tarragon oil, Eucalyptus citriodora oil, Eucalyptus oil, Fennel oil, Pine needle oil, Galbanum oil, Galbanum resin, Geranium oil, Grapefruit oil, Guaiac wood oil, Ghajan balsam, Ghajan Lumbalsam oil, helichrysum absolute, helichrysum oil, ginger oil, iris root absolute, iris root oil, jasmine absolute, calamus oil, blue chamomile oil, Roman chamomile oil, carrot seed oil, cascarilla oil, pine needle oil, spearmint oil, caraway oil, labdanum oil, labdanum absolute, labdanum resin, lavender absolute, lavender oil, lavender absolute, lavender oil, lemongrass oil, lavage oil, distilled lime oil, cold-pressed lime oil, linaloe oil, litsea cubeba oil, Bay leaf oil, mace oil, marjoram oil, mandarin oil, mussoia bark oil, mimosa absolute, ambrette oil, musk tincture, muscatel sage oil, nutmeg oil, myrrh absolute, myrrh oil, myrtle oil, clove leaf oil, clove bud oil, neroli oil, olibanum absolute, olibanum oil, opopanax oil, orange blossom absolute, orange oil, oregano oil, palmarosa oil, patchouli oil, perilla oil, Peruvian balsam oil, parsley leaf oil, parsley seed oil, petitgrain oil, peppermint oil, black pepper oil, pimento oil,Pine oil, pennyroyal oil, rose absolute, rosewood oil, rose oil, rosemary oil, dalmatian sage oil, Spanish sage oil, sandalwood oil, celery seed oil, spike lavender oil, star anise oil, styrax oil, tagetes oil, fir needle oil, tea tree oil, turpentine oil, thyme oil, tolu balsam, tonka absolute, tuberose absolute, vanilla extract, violet leaf absolute, verbena oil, vetiver oil, juniper berry oil, cognac oil, wormwood oil, wintergreen oil, ylang-ylang oil, hyssop oil, musk absolute, cinnamon leaf oil, cinnamon bark oil, and their fractions or components isolated therefrom. Individual aromatic substances from the group containing hydrocarbons, such as 3-carene, α-pinene, β-pinene, α-terpinene, γ-terpinene, p-cymene, bisabolene, camphene, caryophyllene, cedrene, farnesene, limonene, longifolene, myrcene, ocimene, valencene, (E,Z)-1,3,5-undecatriene, styrene, diphenylmethane, etc. Aliphatic alcohols, such as hexanol, octanol, 3-octanol, 2,6-dimethylheptanol, 2-methyl-2-heptanol, 2-methyl-2-octanol, (E)-2-hexenol, (E)- and (Z)-3-hexenol, mixtures of 1-octen-3-ol, 3,4,5,6,6-pentamethyl-3,4-hepten-2-ol and 3,5,6,6-tetramethyl-4-methyleneheptan-2-ol, (E,Z)-2,6-nonadienol, 3,7-dimethyl-7-methoxyoctan-2-ol, 9-decenol, 10-undecenol, 4-methyl-3-decen-5-ol, etc. Aliphatic aldehydes and their acetals, for example, hexanal, heptanal, octanal, nonanal, decanal, undecanal, dodecanal, tridecanal, 2-methyloctanal, 2-methylnonanal, (E)-2-hexenal, (Z)-4-heptenal, 2,6-dimethyl-5-heptenal, 10-undecenal, (E)-4-decenal, 2-dodecenal, 2,6,10-trimethyl-9-undecenal, 2,6,10-trimethyl-5,9-undecadienal, heptanal diethyl acetal, 1,1-dimethoxy-2,2,5-trimethyl-4-hexene, citronellyloxyacetaldehyde, 1-(1-methoxypropoxy)-(E / Z)-3-hexene, etc. Aliphatic ketones and their oximes, for example, 2-heptanone, 2-octanone, 3-octanone, 2-nonanone, 5-methyl-3-heptanone, 5-methyl-3-heptanone oxime, 2,4,4,7-tetramethyl-6-octen-3-one, 6-methyl-5-hepten-2-one, etc. Aliphatic sulfur-containing compounds, such as 3-methylthiohexanol, 3-methylthiohexyl acetate, 3-mercaptohexanol, 3-mercaptohexyl acetate, 3-mercaptohexyl butyrate, 3-acetylthiohexyl acetate, 1-menthen-8-thiol, etc. Aliphatic nitriles, such as 2-nonenate nitrile, 2-undecenoate nitrile, 2-tridecenoate nitrile, 3,12-tridecadienoate nitrile, 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienoate nitrile, 3,7-dimethyl-6-octenoate nitrile, etc. Aliphatic carboxylic acid esters, for example, (E)- and (Z)-3-hexenyl formate, ethyl acetoacetate, isoamyl acetate, hexyl acetate, 3,5,5-trimethylhexyl acetate, 3-methyl-2-butenyl acetate, (E)-2-hexenyl acetate, (E)- and (Z)-3-hexenyl acetate, octyl acetate, 3-octyl acetate, 1-octen-3-yl acetate, ethyl butyrate, butyl butyrate, isoamyl butyrate, hexyl butyrate, (E)- and (Z)-3-hexenyl, hexyl crotate, ethyl isovalerate, ethyl-2-methyl pentanoate, ethyl hexanoate, allyl hexanoate, ethyl heptanoate, allyl heptanoate, ethyl octanoate, ((E,Z)-2,4-decadienate, methyl 2-octinate, methyl 2-noninate, allyl 2-isoamyloxyacetate, methyl 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienoate, 4-methyl-2-pentyl crotonate, etc. Acyclic terpene alcohols, e.g., citronellol, geraniol, nerol, linalool, lavandulol, nerolidol, farnesol, tetrahydrolinalool, tetrahydrogeraniol, 2,6-dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol, 2,6-dimethyloctan-2-ol, 2-methyl-6-methylene-7-octen-2-ol, 2,6-dimethyl-5,7-octadiene-2-ol, 2,6-di Methyl-3,5-octadien-2-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-4,6-octadien-3-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-1,5,7-octatrien-3-ol, 2,6-dimethyl-2,5,7-octatrien-1-ol, and their formate salts, acetate salts, propionate salts, isobutyrate salts, butyrate salts, isovalerate salts, pentanoate salts, hexanoate salts, crotonate salts, tigrine salts, and 3-methyl-2-butenate salt, etc. Acyclic terpene aldehydes and ketones, such as geranial, neral, citronellal, 7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal, 7-methoxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal, 2,6,10-trimethyl-9-undecenal, geranylacetone, and dimethyl acetals and diethyl acetals of geranial, neral, and 7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal, etc. Cyclic terpene alcohols, such as menthol, isopuregol, α-terpineol, terpineol-4, menten-8-ol, menten-1-ol, menten-7-ol, borneol, isoborneol, linalool oxide, nopol, cedrol, ambrinol, vetiverol, guaiol, and their formate salts, acetates, propionates, isobutyrates, butyrates, isovalerates, pentanoates, hexanoates, crotonates, tigrines, and 3-methyl-2-butenates, Cyclic terpene aldehydes and ketones, e.g., menthone, isomentone, 8-mercaptomentan-3-one, carvone, camphor, fencone, α-ionone, β-ionone, α-n-methylionone, β-n-methylionone, α-isomethylionone, β-isomethylionone, α-ylone, α-damascone, β-damascone, β-damascenone, δ-damascone, γ-damascone, 1-(2,4,4-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl) )-2-buten-1-one, 1,3,4,6,7,8a-hexahydro-1,1,5,5-tetramethyl-2H-2,4a-methanonaphthalene-8(5H)-one, 2-methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-butenal, nonotatone, dihydrononotatone, 4,6,8-megastigmatrien-3-one, α-sinensal, β-sinensal, acetylated cedarwood oil (methylcedyl ketone), etc. Cyclic alcohols, such as 4-tert-butylcyclohexanol, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexanol, 3-isocamphylcycyclohexanol, 2,6,9-trimethyl-Z2,Z5,E9-cyclododecatrien-1-ol, 2-isobutyl-4-methyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-ol, etc. Alicyclic alcohols, for example, α-3,3-trimethylcyclohexylmethanol, 1-(4-isopropylcyclohexyl)ethanol, 2-methyl-4-(2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopento-1-yl)butanol, 2-methyl-4-(2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopento-1-yl)-2-buten-1-ol, 2-ethyl-4-(2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopento-1-yl)-2-buten-1-ol, 3-methyl-5- (2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopento-1-yl)-pentan-2-ol, 3-methyl-5-(2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopento-1-yl)-4-penten-2-ol, 3,3-dimethyl-5-(2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopento-1-yl)-4-penten-2-ol, 1-(2,2,6-trimethylcyclohexyl)pentan-3-ol, 1-(2,2,6-trimethylcyclohexyl)hexane-3-ol, etc. Cyclic and alicyclic ethers, such as cineole, cedyl methyl ether, cyclododecyl methyl ether, 1,1-dimethoxycyclododecane, (ethoxymethoxy)cyclododecane, α-cedrene epoxide, 3a,6,6,9a-tetramethyldodecahydronaphtho[2,1-b]furan, 3a-ethyl-6,6,9a-trimethyldodecahydronaphtho[2,1-b]furan, 1,5,9-trimethyl-13-oxabicyclo[10.1.0]trideca-4,8-diene, rose oxide, 2-(2,4-dimethyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)-5-methyl-5-(1-methylpropyl)-1,3-dioxane, etc. Cyclic and macrocyclic ketones, e.g., 4-tert-butylcyclohexanone, 2,2,5-trimethyl-5-pentylcyclopentanone, 2-heptylcyclopentanone, 2-pentylcyclopentanone, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2-cyclopenten-1-one, 3-methyl-cis-2-penten-1-yl-2-cyclopenten-1-one, 3-methyl-2-pentyl-2-cyclopenten-1-one, 3-methyl-4-cyclopentadecenone, 3-methyl-5-cyclopentadecenone, 3-methylcyclopentadecanone, 4-(1-ethoxyvinyl)-3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone, 4-tert-pentylcyclohexanone, 5-cyclohexadecen-1-one, 6,7-dihydro-1,1,2,3,3-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indanone, 8-cyclohexadecen-1-one, 9-cycloheptadecen-1-one, cyclopentadecanone, cyclohexadecanone, etc. Alicyclic aldehydes, for example, 2,4-dimethyl-3-cyclohexenecarbaldehyde, 2-methyl-4-(2,2,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)-2-butenal, 4-(4-hydroxy-4-methylpentyl)-3-cyclohexenecarbaldehyde, 4-(4-methyl-3-penten-1-yl)-3-cyclohexenecarbaldehyde, etc. Alicyclic ketones, for example, 1-(3,3-dimethylcyclohexyl)-4-penten-1-one; 2,2-dimethyl-1-(2,4-dimethyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)-1-propanone, 1-(5,5-dimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-4-penten-1-one, 2,3,8,8-tetramethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-2-naphthalenylmethyl ketone, methyl-2,6,10-trimethyl-2,5,9-cyclododecatrienyl ketone, tert-butyl-(2,4-dimethyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)ketone, etc. Esters of cyclic alcohols, e.g., 2-tert-butylcyclohexyl acetate, 4-tert-butylcyclohexyl acetate, 2-tert-pentylcyclohexyl acetate, 4-tert-pentylcyclohexyl acetate, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl acetate, decahydro-2-naphthyl acetate, 2-cyclopentylcyclopentyl crotonic acid, 3-pentyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-yl acetate, decahydro acetate Ro-2,5,5,8a-tetramethyl-2-naphthyl, 4,7-methano-3a,4,5,6,7,7a-hexahydro-5- or 6-indenyl acetate, 4,7-methano-3a,4,5,6,7,7a-hexahydro-5- or 6-indenyl propionic acid, 4,7-methano-3a,4,5,6,7,7a-hexahydro-5- or 6-indenyl isobutyrate, 4,7-methanooctahydro-5- or 6-indenyl acetate, etc. Esters of alicyclic alcohols, such as 1-cyclohexylethyl crotate; esters of alicyclic carboxylic acids, such as allyl-3-cyclohexyl propionate, allylcyclohexyl oxyacetate, methyl cis and trans-hydrojasmonate, methyl cis and trans-jasmonate, methyl 2-hexyl-3-oxocyclopentanecarboxylate, ethyl 2-ethyl-6,6-dimethyl-2-cyclohexenecarboxylate, ethyl 2,3,6,6-tetramethyl-2-cyclohexenecarboxylate, ethyl 2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane-2-ethyl acetate, etc. Aromatic aliphatic alcohols, such as benzyl alcohol, 1-phenylethyl alcohol, 2-phenylethyl alcohol, 3-phenylpropanol, 2-phenylpropanol, 2-phenoxyethanol, 2,2-dimethyl-3-phenylpropanol, 2,2-dimethyl-3-(3-methylphenyl)propanol, 1,1-dimethyl-2-phenylethyl alcohol, 1,1-dimethyl-3-phenylpropanol, 1-ethyl-1-methyl-3-phenylpropanol, 2-methyl-5-phenylpentanol, 3-methyl-5-phenylpentanol, 3-phenyl-2-propen-1-ol, 4-methoxybenzyl alcohol, 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)ethanol, etc. Aromatic aliphatic alcohols and aliphatic carboxylic acid esters, such as benzyl acetate, benzyl propionate, benzyl isobutyrate, benzyl isovalerate, 2-phenylethyl acetate, 2-phenylethyl propionate, 2-phenylethyl isobutyrate, 2-phenylethyl isovalerate, 1-phenylethyl acetate, α-trichloromethylbenzyl acetate, α,α-dimethylphenylethyl acetate, α,α-dimethylphenylethyl butyrate, cinnamyl acetate, 2-phenoxyethyl isobutyrate, 4-methoxybenzyl acetate, etc. Aromatic aliphatic ethers, for example, 2-phenylethyl methyl ether, 2-phenylethyl isoamyl ether, 2-phenylethyl 1-ethoxyethyl ether, phenylacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal, phenylacetaldehyde diethyl acetal, hydratropaldehyde dimethyl acetal, phenylacetaldehyde glycerol acetal, 2,4,6-trimethyl-4-phenyl-1,3-dioxane, 4,4a,5,9b-tetrahydroindeno[1,2-d]-m-dioxin, 4,4a,5,9b-tetrahydro-2,4-dimethylindeno[1,2-d]-m-dioxin, etc. Aromatic and aromatic aliphatic aldehydes, such as benzaldehyde, phenylacetaldehyde, 3-phenylpropanal, hydratropaldehyde, 4-methylbenzaldehyde, 4-methylphenylacetaldehyde, 3-(4-ethylphenyl)-2,2-dimethylpropanal, 2-methyl-3-(4-isopropylphenyl)propanal, 2-methyl-3-(4-tert-butylphenyl)propanal, 2-methyl-3-(4-isobutylphenyl)propanal, 3-(4-tert-butylphenyl)propanal , cinnamaldehyde, α-butyl cinnamaldehyde, α-amyl cinnamaldehyde, α-hexyl cinnamaldehyde, 3-methyl-5-phenylpentanal, 4-methoxybenzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-ethoxybenzaldehyde, 3,4-methylenedioxybenzaldehyde, 3,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde, 2-methyl-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propanal, 2-methyl-3-(4-methylenedioxyphenyl)propanal, etc. Aromatic and aromatic aliphatic ketones, e.g., acetophenone, 4-methylacetophenone, 4-methoxyacetophenone, 4-tert-butyl-2,6-dimethylacetophenone, 4-phenyl-2-butanone, 4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone, 1-(2-naphthalenyl)ethanone, 2-benzofuranylethanone, (3-methyl-2-benzofuranyl)ethanone, benzophenone , 1,1,2,3,3,6-hexamethyl-5-indanylmethyl ketone, 6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-4-indanylmethyl ketone, 1-[2,3-dihydro-1,1,2,6-tetramethyl-3-(1-methylethyl)-1H-5-indenyl]ethanone, 5',6',7',8'-tetrahydro-3',5',5',6',8',8'-hexamethyl-2-acetonaphthone, etc. Aromatic and aromatic aliphatic carboxylic acids and their esters, for example, benzoic acid, phenylacetic acid, methyl benzoate, ethyl benzoate, hexyl benzoate, benzyl benzoate, methylphenyl acetate, phenyl ethyl acetate, geranylphenyl acetate, phenylethylphenyl acetate, methyl cinnamate, ethyl cinnamate, benzyl cinnamate, phenyl ethyl cinnamate, cinnamyl cinnamate, allylphenoxy acetate, methyl salicylate, isoamyl salicylate, hexyl salicylate, cyclohexyl salicylate, cis-3-hexenyl salicylate, benzyl salicylate, phenylethyl salicylate, methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoate, ethyl 3-phenylglycidate, ethyl 3-methyl-3-phenylglycidate, etc. Nitrogen-containing aromatic compounds, such as 2,4,6-trinitro-1,3-dimethyl-5-tert-butylbenzene, 3,5-dinitro-2,6-dimethyl-4-tert-butylacetophenone, cinnamonitrile, 3-methyl-5-phenyl-2-pentenoic acid nitrile, 3-methyl-5-phenylpentanoic acid nitrile, methyl anthranilate, methyl-N-anthranilate, methyl anthranilate, and 7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal, 2-methyl-3-(4-tert-butylphenyl)propanal, or Schiff base of 2,4-dimethyl-3-cyclohexenecarbaldehyde 6-isopropylquinoline, 6-isobutylquinoline, 6-sec-butylquinoline, 2-(3-phenylpropyl)pyridine, indole, skatole, 2-methoxy-3-isopropylpyrazine, 2-isobutyl-3-methoxypyrazine, etc. Phenols, phenyl ethers, and phenyl esters, such as estragol, anethole, eugenol, eugenyl methyl ether, isoeugenol, isoeugenyl methyl ether, thymol, carvacrol, diphenyl ether, β-naphthyl methyl ether, β-naphthyl ethyl ether, β-naphthyl isobutyl ether, 1,4-dimethoxybenzene, eugenyl acetate, 2-methoxy-4-methylphenol, 2-ethoxy-5-(1-propenyl)phenol, p-cresylphenyl acetate, etc. Complex ring compounds, for example, 2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-2H-furan-3-one, 2-ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methyl-2H-furan-3-one, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one, 2-ethyl-3-hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one, etc. Lactones, for example, 1,4-octanolide, 3-methyl-1,4-octanolide, 1,4-nonanolide, 1,4-decanolide, 8-decen-1,4-olide, 1,4-undecanolide, 1,4-dodecan-olide, 1,5-decanolide, 1,5-dodecanolide, 4-methyl-1,4-decanolide, 1,15-pentadecanolide, cis and trans-11-pentadecen-1,15-olide, cis and trans-12-pentadecen-1,15-olide, 1,16-hexadecanolide, 9-hexadecen-1,16-olide, 10-oxa-1,16-hexadecanolide, 11-oxa-1,16-hexadecanolide, 12-oxa-1,16-hexadecanolide, 1,12-dodecanedioic acid ethylene, 1,13-tridecanedioic acid ethylene, coumarin, 2,3-dihydrocoumarin, octahydrocoumarin, etc. And any mixture of the above substances.

[0125] The aroma substances specified above can be used alone, or in the form of a mixture of two, three, or even more aroma substances from the same type (natural, synthetic, ether, ester, etc.), or as a mixture of different types of aroma substances. This means that the aromatic substances specified above can be used as individual substances or mixed with at least one, two, three, or even more aromatic substances in a number of aromatic mixtures selected from a wide range of natural and synthetic substances.

[0126] For the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the list of aroma substances (b1, b2, b3, b) specified herein can be optionally combined with the list of surfactants specified herein and the list of (aromatic) enhancers specified herein.

[0127] In the detergent and / or cleaning composition, the amount of the fragrance substance or mixture of fragrance substances is preferably included in an amount of about 0.00001% to 10% by weight, preferably 0.0001% to 5% by weight, particularly preferably 0.001% to 2% by weight, based on the total amount of the detergent and / or cleaning composition.

[0128] The aromatic composition containing at least one fragrance substance can be used in liquid form, undiluted, or diluted with a solvent. Suitable solvents for this purpose are, for example, ethanol, isopropanol, diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, glycerol, propylene glycol, 1,2 - butylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, diethyl phthalate, triethyl citrate, isopropyl myristate, triacetin, vegetable oils, and the like.

[0129] Furthermore, the aromatic composition containing one or more fragrance substances can be adsorbed onto a carrier that ensures both a fine distribution of the fragrance substances in the product and a controlled release during use. Such carriers can be porous inorganic materials such as sodium sulfate, silica gel, zeolite, gypsum, clay, clay granules, cellular concrete, or organic materials such as wood, cellulose - based substances, sugar, dextrin (e.g., maltodextrin), or plastics such as PVC, polyvinyl acetate, or polyurethane. In addition, one or more fragrance substances can be provided in micro - encapsulated form, spray - dried form, or as an inclusion complex, or as an extruded product.

[0130] The fragrance substance can be encapsulated, for example, by the coacervation method, with the help of a capsule material made from a polyurethane - type substance or soft gelatin.

[0131] The spray - dried aromatic composition can be produced, for example, by spray - drying an emulsion or dispersion containing the aromatic substance composition, in which modified starch, protein, dextrin, and vegetable gums can be used as carriers. The inclusion complex can be produced, for example, by introducing a dispersion of the aromatic substance composition and cyclodextrin or urea derivative into a suitable solvent, such as water.

[0132] Extruded products can be produced by melting an aromatic substance composition with a suitable waxy substance and extruding it with subsequent coagulation in a suitable solvent, such as isopropanol, which is optional.

[0133] Enhancer composition or mixture / fragrance enhancer / ingredient (c): The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention further comprises at least one enhancing component / mixture / composition(c). These are also referred to as fragrance enhancers / components, or fragrance enhancers / components or mixtures or compositions.

[0134] The enhancer mixture or enhancer composition (c) within the scope of the meaning of the present invention is (c1.1) 1,2-heptanediol, (c2.1) 2,3-heptanediol, (c3.1) a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, (c I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or (c IV ) is a mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin. Preferably, the enhancing composition (c) within the scope of the present invention is (c I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or (c IV It is a mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin.

[0135] Therefore, the first enhancing component [alkanediol component] of the enhancing component or mixture (c) in the composition according to the present invention is preferably a mixture containing either 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or both heptanediols, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol + 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1).

[0136] Accordingly, the enhancing component (c) is based on a mixture of at least one (first) alkanediol enhancing component ((first) enhancing agent / component) as specified herein, and at least one further or second enhancing component (further or second enhancing agent / component) selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof of these further enhancing agents.

[0137] Remarkably, mixtures of at least one alkanediol and at least one of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin exhibit excellent fragrance-enhancing properties; that is, the intensity and adherence of fragrances contained in detergents and / or cleaning compositions are improved even when using small amounts of fragrance components, without the need for the addition of fixatives or other additives. At the same time, these enhancers provide improved odor reduction, efficiently prevent the formation of malodorous odors, and result in improved cleaning performance. Based on these enhancing effects, the overall amount of components such as fragrances and other additives can be significantly reduced, thereby favorably reducing the potential for allergies in the final product formulation and its environmental impact. This improvement in properties is based on the synergistic interaction between at least one alkanediol (enhancer) and at least one further enhancer. In addition, this improvement in properties is based on the synergistic interaction between enhancer (c) and components (a) and (b).

[0138] More specifically, mixtures of these enhancers identified above have been found to efficiently enhance or improve cleaning efficiency while simultaneously synergistically strengthening the olfactory properties of aromatic substances. In addition, these substances have been found to efficiently improve the adhesion of aromatic substances to substrates such as laundry, fabrics, textiles, dishes, utensils, and surfaces treated with the corresponding detergents and / or cleaning compositions, while simultaneously providing improved odor reduction and / or odor coating and / or odor prevention.

[0139] Furthermore, surprisingly, it was found that substance (c) enhances the performance of common antimicrobial agents.

[0140] Alkanediol (c1.1), (c2.1), (c3.1), (c I ) The first component of the enhancing component or mixture (c) in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention [i.e., the alkanediol component] is preferably a mixture containing either 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or both heptanediols, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol + 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1).

[0141] 1,2-Heptanediol belongs to the category of alkanediols and is a straight-chain alkanediol with the following general formula.

[0142] [ka]

[0143] It has a carbon chain with seven carbon atoms, and the two functional OH groups of the alkanediol are located at the α and β positions, chemically bonded to the C1 and C2 carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain.

[0144] 2,3-Heptanediol is similarly a linear alkanediol belonging to the category of alkanediols, and has the following general formula:

[0145] [Chemical]

[0146] It has a carbon chain having 7 carbon atoms, and the two functional OH groups of the alkanediol are in the β and γ positions and are chemically bonded to the C2 and C3 carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain.

[0147] The first component [i.e., the alkanediol component] of the fragrance enhancing component (c) in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention is selected from the group consisting of: (c I ) at least one straight-chain alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or a mixture containing at least one first straight-chain alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second straight-chain alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first straight-chain alkanediol.

[0148] In an even more preferred variant, at least one straight-chain alkanediol, at least one first straight-chain alkanediol, and / or one or more second straight-chain alkanediols have a carbon chain length of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain length of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, still more preferably a carbon chain length of 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably a carbon chain length of 7 to 9 carbon atoms. Most preferably, at least one straight-chain alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms. In combination with a further (second) enhancing component selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexyl glycerin, or any mixture thereof, these alkanediols have been found to exhibit the best fragrance enhancing properties, i.e., while enhancing the olfactory properties of the fragrance substance and its adhesion to the substrate compared to shorter-chain alkanediols, at the same time providing an improvement in malodor reduction / coating / prevention. Particularly significant enhancement effects have been observed for these alkanediols.

[0149] Alkanediols are one of the classes of organic compounds belonging to the glycol family, i.e., the alcohol family, and in a glycol molecule, two hydroxyl (-OH) groups are bonded to different carbon atoms on the carbon chain.

[0150] Straight-chain 1,2-alkanediols have been used as multifunctional surfactants for over 15 years. Short-chain 1,2-alkanediols are amphiphilic compounds and are therefore soluble in both water and oil, as are 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, and 1,2-heptanediol. In contrast, 1,2-octanediol is a solid and tends to precipitate or recrystallize in oily solutions and water at ≥0.5% concentrations. On the other hand, 1,2-decanediol is a solid and soluble only in oil. Apart from moisturizing, some 1,2-alkanediols are used as viscosity modifiers.

[0151] Enhancer for detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention (c I In the first alternative, the first alternative is at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, preferably 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, and more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms. Most preferably, the at least one linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 or 8 carbon atoms. Particularly significant enhancing effects were observed for these alkanediols.

[0152] Furthermore, in the second alternative, the enhancing component ( IThe first linear alkanediol may be combined with one or more second linear alkanediols to comprise at least one first linear alkanediol, preferably having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms (preferably 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 or 8 carbon atoms), and the first linear alkanediol may have a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms (preferably 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 or 8 carbon atoms). Thus, the present invention also comprises mixtures comprising the first and second alkanediols described herein.

[0153] Since the first linear alkanediol of the present invention can be selected from the same list and type of compounds as the linear alkanediol according to the first alternative, the following refers to linear alkanediols in general that may also be the first linear alkanediol. In mixtures of the first and second linear alkanediols, the specific terms “first” and “second” are used to distinguish the two alkanediol components if they are specifically different.

[0154] As used in this book, the phrases "at least one linear alkanediol" or "at least one first linear alkanediol" mean that the composition may contain one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or one or more linear alkanediols, or one or more first linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, i.e., two, three, four or more different linear alkanediols or first linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms.

[0155] The present invention provides for at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol, which consists of a chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms (preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 10 carbon atoms, most preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms, and even more preferably a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms) bonded to each other by monocovalent bonds with two OH functional groups bonded to two different carbon atoms in the chain.

[0156] The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contains at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, which is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and tetradecanediol.

[0157] In a preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and tetradecanediol.

[0158] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 12 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, and dodecanediol.

[0159] In a further preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 10 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, and decanediol. In the most preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, and nonanediol.

[0160] In the most preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the present invention and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, and nonanediol. Thus, in a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having 7 and 8 carbon atoms, i.e., heptanediol, octanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0161] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having 9 to 14 more carbon atoms, i.e., nonanediols, decanediols, undecanediols, dodecanediols, tridecanediols, tetradecanediols, and any mixtures thereof, or alkanediols having 9 to 13 carbon atoms, i.e., nonanediols, decanediols, undecanediols, dodecanediols, tridecanediols, and any mixtures thereof. Selected from the group, or selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having 9 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., nonanediols, decanediols, undecanediols, dodecanediols, and any mixtures thereof, or selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having 9 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., nonanediols, decanediols, undecanediols, and any mixtures thereof, or selected from the group consisting of alkanediols having 9 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., nonanediols, decanediols, undecanediols, and any mixtures thereof.

[0162] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is any of nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, or dodecanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0163] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, and nonanediol.

[0164] In the most preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least the first linear alkanediol is a heptanediol.

[0165] In the second alternative, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises a mixture comprising, as a first enhancer, at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms (preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 10 carbon atoms, most preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms, even more preferably a carbon chain of 7 or 8 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 (preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 10 carbon atoms, most preferably a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms, even more preferably a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms).

[0166] This means that the (first) fragrance enhancer / component is an alkanediol 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, i.e., two, three, four, or more. In this alternative, the first linear alkanediol may be any of the linear alkanediols in general, and in particular any of the alkanediols described herein for the first alternative.

[0167] For example, a mixture may contain one first linear alkanediol and one, two, three or more second linear alkanediols, or a mixture may contain two first linear alkanediols and one, two, three or more second linear alkanediols, provided that in each mixture the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediols are different from each other.

[0168] The second linear alkanediol preferably consists of a chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms bonded to each other by monocovalent bonds with two OH functional groups bonded to two different carbon atoms in the chain.

[0169] The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contains at least one second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and tetradecanediol.

[0170] In a preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and tetradecanediol.

[0171] In a more preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 12 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, and dodecanediol.

[0172] In a more preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 10 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, and decanediol. In the most preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol, octanediol, and nonanediol. In the most preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol in the detergent and cleaning composition according to the first aspect of the present invention has a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms and is selected from the group consisting of heptanediol and octanediol.

[0173] In a more preferred variant, at least one second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of heptanediols, octanediols, and nonanediols.

[0174] The phrase "different from each other" means that the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in the mixture differ in terms of the length of their carbon chains, i.e., the number of carbon atoms, or in terms of their structural isomerism.

[0175] Similarly, the number of carbon atoms in the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in the mixture may also be the same. For example, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol may have a carbon chain of seven carbon atoms, but they may differ in terms of their structural isomerism or their stereoisomerism.

[0176] If both the first and second alkanediols are, for example, heptanediols, then the second linear alkanediol, heptanediol, is a different structural isomer or stereoisomer of the first linear alkanediol according to the second alternative.

[0177] In a preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises 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, wherein the number of carbon atoms of the first and second alkanediols is either the same or different.

[0178] When both the first and second alkanediols have the same number of carbon atoms, such a combination of alkanediols is also referred to herein as a “homoalkanediol mixture” or “homocombination.” For example, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol have carbon chains of seven carbon atoms, but they differ in terms of their structural isomerism or their stereoisomerism.

[0179] When the first and second alkanediols have different numbers of carbon atoms, such a combination of alkanediols is also referred to herein as a “heteroalkanediol mixture” or “heterocombination.” For example, the first linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of seven carbon atoms, and the second linear alkanediol has a carbon chain of eight carbon atoms. However, beyond this, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol may differ in terms of their structural isomerism or their stereoisomerism.

[0180] In a preferred modification, the present invention relates to a detergent and / or cleaning composition in which at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and tetradecanediol, and / or one or more second linear alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and tetradecanediol.

[0181] A (fragrance) enhancer mixture is particularly preferred in which at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from alkanediols having fewer than 5 to 8 carbon atoms, and one or more second alkanediols are selected from alkanediols having more than 9 to 14 carbon atoms.

[0182] Most preferably, the (fragrance) enhancer mixture is one in which at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of pentanediol, hexanediol, heptanediol, octanediol, and any mixtures thereof, and one or more second alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of nonanediol, decanediol, undecanediol, dodecanediol, tridecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0183] In the context of this invention, the term "alkanediol" also includes its structural isomers or positional isomers. Structural isomers are compounds having the same molecular formula and different bonding identities. Positional isomers, which are a specific form of structural isomerism, are in this case structural isomers that can be considered to differ only in the position of the functional groups on the parent structure, in particular, the positions of the two alcohol functional groups.

[0184] Depending on the number of carbon atoms in the carbon chain of an alkanediol, various positional isomers of the alkanediol exist: (x,x+1)-structural isomer, (x,x+2)-structural isomer, (x,x+3)-structural isomer, etc., and if the alcohol functional group is at the end of the carbon chain, an α,ω-structural isomer also exists. In the formula, x represents the number of carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain to which the OH groups of the alkanediol are chemically bonded. For example, if x is 1, the two OH groups of the alkanediol are chemically bonded to carbon atoms C1 and C2 in the alkanediol chain, and if x is 2, the two OH groups of the alkanediol are chemically bonded to carbon atoms C2 and C3 in the alkanediol chain.

[0185] In the (x,x+1)-structural isomer, the two OH functional groups are vicinally bonded to two different adjacent carbon atoms in the chain. In the (x,x+2)-structural isomer, the two OH functional groups are bonded to two different carbon atoms in the chain, and these two carbon atoms are separated by one carbon atom. In the (x,x+3)-structural isomer, the two OH functional groups are bonded to two different carbon atoms in the chain, and these two carbon atoms are separated by two carbon atoms. In the α,ω-structural isomer, the two functional groups are bonded to the first carbon atom and the terminal carbon atom.

[0186] In preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms is preferably a vicinal (x,x+1)-diol selected from the group consisting of 1,2-diols, 2,3-diols, 3,4-diols, 4,5-diols, further (x,x+1)-diols, and mixtures thereof, preferably an α,β-1,2-structural isomer.

[0187] In preferred variations of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, at least one first linear alkanediol and / or one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms are vicinal (x,x+1)-diols selected from the group consisting of 1,2-diols, 2,3-diols, 3,4-diols, 4,5-diols, further (x,x+1)-diols, and mixtures thereof, preferably α,β-1,2-structural isomers, and preferably the first linear alkanediol and / or second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms are selected from 1,2-diols and / or 2,3-diols.

[0188] Therefore, according to preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, at least one linear alkanediol, at least one first linear alkanediol, and / or one or more second linear alkanediols are (x,x+1) structural isomers (wherein x represents the number of carbon atoms in the alkanediol chain to which the OH group of the alkanediol is chemically bonded), in particular 1,2-alkanediols, 2,3-alkanediols, 3,4-alkanediols, or mixtures thereof, preferably 1,2-alkanediols or 2,3-alkanediols.

[0189] According to the present invention, vicinal (x,x+1)-diols such as α, β, β, γ, or γ, δ are most preferred.

[0190] In a further preferred modification of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the linear alkanediol, particularly the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, is a 1,2-alkanediol, a 2,3-alkanediol, a 3,4-alkanediol, or a mixture thereof, more preferably a 2,3-alkanediol.

[0191] Linear alkanediols, particularly 1,2-alkanediols of a first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and / or a second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, may preferably be represented by the following formula.

[0192] [ka]

[0193] In even more preferred modifications, the linear alkanediol, particularly the 1,2-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain length of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. Even more preferably, the linear alkanediol, particularly the 1,2-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, has a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms. A particularly significant enhancing effect was observed for these alkanediols.

[0194] The linear alkanediols of the present invention, particularly the 2,3-alkanediols of a first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and / or a second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, may preferably be represented by the following formula.

[0195] [ka]

[0196] In even more preferred modifications, the linear alkanediol, particularly the 2,3-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain length of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. Even more preferably, the linear alkanediol, particularly the 2,3-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, has a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms. A particularly significant enhancing effect was observed for these alkanediols.

[0197] A linear alkanediol, preferably a first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and / or a second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, may preferably be represented by the following formula.

[0198] [ka]

[0199] In even more preferred modifications, the linear alkanediol, particularly the 3,4-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably a carbon chain length of 7 to 12 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms. Even more preferably, the linear alkanediol, particularly the 3,4-alkanediol of the first linear alkanediol and / or the second linear alkanediol, has a carbon chain of 7 or 8 carbon atoms. A particularly significant enhancing effect was observed for these alkanediols.

[0200] In preferred modifications of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, a linear alkanediol or a first linear alkanediol is 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 3,4-dodecanediol, 1,2-Tridecanediol, 2,3-Tridecanediol, 3,4-Tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, 3,4-tetradecanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0201] Preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 3,4-dodecanediol, 1,2-Tridecanediol, 2,3-Tridecanediol, 3,4-Tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, 3,4-tetradecanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0202] More preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 3,4-dodecanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0203] More preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 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, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0204] Most preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 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, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0205] Most preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0206] According to a preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition of the present invention, the linear alkanediol or 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0207] A further preferred modification is that in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0208] According to a more preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition of the present 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0209] In a more preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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, and 2,3-decanediol.

[0210] According to the most preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition of the present 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, and 2,3-nonanediol.

[0211] In a more preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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, and 2,3-octanediol.

[0212] Of the aforementioned 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 a liquid with a purity of 90% to 99%.

[0213] Of the aforementioned liquid alkanediols, 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, or mixtures of the said liquid alkanediols are particularly preferred. Of the aforementioned liquid alkanediols, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, or mixtures of the said liquid alkanediols are even more preferred.

[0214] A more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention is that at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is 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, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0215] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0216] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0217] Alternatively, preferably, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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.

[0218] More preferably, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is an α,β- or β,γ-diol, either 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, either 1,2-octanediol or 2,3-octanediol, or a mixture thereof. A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, is also possible.

[0219] Most preferably, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is 2,3-pentanediol, 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.

[0220] Similarly, in a more preferred modification of the detergent and / or 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, 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0221] More preferably, in the detergent and / or 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 preferably from the group consisting of 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and mixtures thereof, or preferably from the group consisting of 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and mixtures thereof.

[0222] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 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 mixture thereof, or 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms, That is, selected from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected 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 selected 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; or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0223] These alkanediols were found to exhibit particularly remarkable aroma-enhancing properties.

[0224] In alternative preferred modifications, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having fewer than 5 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or 1,2-alkanediols having 6 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or 1,2-alkanediols having 7 and 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0225] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is any of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, or 1,2-octanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0226] In the most preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least the first linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol.

[0227] These substances were found to exhibit a particularly remarkable fragrance-enhancing effect. They were found to efficiently enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances while simultaneously improving their adhesion. Furthermore, they are efficient in terms of odor reduction / covering / prevention. In addition, these substances were found to significantly improve stain and / or dirt removal, demonstrating an overall improvement in cleaning performance. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols with fewer carbon atoms are efficient for use as (fragrance) enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or for odor covering and / or odor reduction.

[0228] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 14 more carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 13 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, and any mixture thereof Selected from the group consisting of mixtures, or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0229] In a more preferred modification, at least one alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is any of 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, or 1,2-dodecanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0230] According to a preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more specifically, more than 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 11, 12, 13, or 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol.

[0231] These substances have been found to exhibit better cleaning efficiency and fragrance-enhancing properties. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more preferably more than 10, are efficient for use as enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance components within the scope of the present invention. Both improved cleaning performance and improved fragrance performance in terms of strength and adhesion result in better performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions in the washing or cleaning process. For example, textile products treated with the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention exhibit a significantly enhanced long-lasting fragrance impression, even after long-term storage, compared to formulations that do not contain the enhancer mixtures specified herein. In addition, these compounds provide improved odor coating and / or odor reduction.

[0232] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms, That is, selected from the group consisting of 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 9 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0233] These alkanediols were found to exhibit particularly remarkable aroma-enhancing properties.

[0234] In alternative preferred modifications, the linear alkanediol or the first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having fewer than 5 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 6 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 and 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0235] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is any of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, or 2,3-octanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0236] In the most preferred variant, at least one linear alkanediol or at least the first linear alkanediol is 2,3-heptanediol.

[0237] These substances were found to exhibit a particularly remarkable fragrance-enhancing effect. They were found to efficiently enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances while simultaneously improving their adhesion. Furthermore, they are efficient in terms of odor reduction / covering / prevention. In addition, these substances were found to significantly improve stain and / or dirt removal, demonstrating an overall improvement in cleaning performance. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols with fewer carbon atoms are efficient for use as (fragrance) enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or for odor covering and / or odor reduction.

[0238] In a more preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 14 more carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 13 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof Selected from the group consisting of mixtures thereof, or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 12 carbon atoms, namely 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 11 carbon atoms, namely 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 10 carbon atoms, namely 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0239] In a more preferred modification, at least one alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is any of 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, or 2,3-dodecanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0240] According to a preferred modification, at least one linear alkanediol or at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more specifically, more than 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 11, 12, 13, or 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol.

[0241] These substances have been found to exhibit better cleaning efficiency and fragrance-enhancing properties. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more preferably more than 10, are efficient for use as enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance components within the scope of the present invention. Both improved cleaning performance and improved fragrance performance in terms of strength and adhesion result in better performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions in the washing or cleaning process. For example, textile products treated with the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention exhibit a significantly enhanced long-lasting fragrance impression, even after prolonged storage, compared to formulations without the enhancer mixtures specified herein. In addition, these compounds provide improved odor coating and / or odor reduction.

[0242] In preferred variations of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, one or more second linear alkanediols are 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 3,4-dodecanediol, 1,2-Tridecanediol, 2,3-Tridecanediol, 3,4-Tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, 3,4-tetradecanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0243] Preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 3,4-dodecanediol, 1,2-Tridecanediol, 2,3-Tridecanediol, 3,4-Tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, 3,4-tetradecanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0244] More preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 3,4-dodecanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0245] More preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 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, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0246] Most preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 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, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0247] Most preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 3,4-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 3,4-octanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0248] According to a preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition of the present 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, 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 mixture thereof.

[0249] In a further preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0250] In a more preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0251] In a further preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second 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, and any mixture thereof.

[0252] According to the most preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second 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, and any mixtures thereof. According to the most preferred modification, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0253] Of the aforementioned 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 a liquid with a purity of 90% to 99%.

[0254] Of the aforementioned liquid alkanediols, 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, or mixtures of the said liquid alkanediols are particularly preferred. Of the aforementioned liquid alkanediols, 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, or mixtures of the said liquid alkanediols are even more preferred.

[0255] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0256] In a more preferred variation of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, Selected from the group consisting of and any mixture thereof.

[0257] Alternatively, and more preferably, in the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to 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 preferably be selected from the group consisting of 1,2-octanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and mixtures thereof.

[0258] More preferably, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the second linear alkanediol is an α,β- or β,γ-diol, either 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, either 1,2-hexanediol or 2,3-hexanediol, or a mixture thereof. A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-hexanediol, or a mixture containing 2,3-pentanediol and 1,2-hexanediol, is also possible.

[0259] Most preferably, the second linear alkanediol is 2,3-pentanediol, or 2,3-hexanediol, or 1,2-heptanediol, or 2,3-heptanediol, or 2,3-octanediol, or 2,3-nonanediol.

[0260] Similarly, in a more preferred modification of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0261] More preferably, in the detergent and / or 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 preferably from the group consisting of 1,2-decanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and mixtures thereof, or preferably from the group consisting of 1,2-undecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and mixtures thereof.

[0262] In a more preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 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 mixture thereof, or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or a 1,2-alkanediol having 7 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol Selected from the group consisting of butanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected 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 selected 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; or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0263] These alkanediols were found to exhibit particularly remarkable aroma-enhancing properties.

[0264] In alternative preferred modifications, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having fewer than 5-8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 6-8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 7 and 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0265] In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is any of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, or 1,2-octanediol, or any mixture thereof. In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is any of 1,2-heptanediol or 1,2-octanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0266] In the most preferred variant, the second linear alkanediol is 1,2-heptanediol.

[0267] These substances were found to exhibit a particularly remarkable fragrance-enhancing effect. They were found to efficiently enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances while simultaneously improving their adhesion. Furthermore, they are efficient in terms of odor reduction / covering / prevention. In addition, these substances were found to significantly improve stain and / or dirt removal, demonstrating an overall improvement in cleaning performance. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols with fewer carbon atoms are efficient for use as (fragrance) enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or for odor covering and / or odor reduction.

[0268] In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 14 more carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 13 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, and any mixture thereof. or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 9 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0269] In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is any of 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, or 1,2-dodecanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0270] According to a preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more specifically, more than 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 11, 12, 13, or 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol.

[0271] These substances have been found to exhibit better cleaning efficiency and fragrance-enhancing properties. Therefore, 1,2-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more preferably more than 10, are efficient for use as enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance components within the scope of the present invention. Both improved cleaning performance and improved fragrance performance in terms of strength and adhesion result in better performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions in the washing or cleaning process. For example, textile products treated with the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention exhibit a significantly enhanced long-lasting fragrance impression, even after long-term storage, compared to formulations that do not contain the enhancer mixtures specified herein. In addition, these compounds provide improved odor coating and / or odor reduction.

[0272] In a more preferred modification, at least one second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol Selected from the group consisting of butanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 9 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0273] These alkanediols were found to exhibit particularly remarkable aroma-enhancing properties.

[0274] In alternative preferred modifications, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having fewer than 5 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 6 to 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 7 and 8 carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0275] In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is any of 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, or 2,3-octanediol, or any mixture thereof. In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is any of 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-octanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0276] In the most preferred variant, the second linear alkanediol is 2,3-heptanediol.

[0277] These substances were found to exhibit a particularly remarkable fragrance-enhancing effect. They were found to efficiently enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances while simultaneously improving their adhesion. Furthermore, they are efficient in terms of odor reduction / covering / prevention. In addition, these substances were found to significantly improve stain and / or dirt removal, demonstrating an overall improvement in cleaning performance. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols with fewer carbon atoms are efficient for use as (fragrance) enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or for odor covering and / or odor reduction.

[0278] In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 14 more carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof, or 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 13 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, and any mixture thereof. or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 12 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 11 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, and any mixture thereof; or selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having 9 to 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0279] In a more preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is any of 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, or 2,3-dodecanediol, or any mixture thereof.

[0280] According to a preferred modification, the second linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 2,3-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more specifically, more than 10 carbon atoms, i.e., 11, 12, 13, or 14 carbon atoms, i.e., 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol.

[0281] These substances have been found to exhibit better cleaning efficiency and fragrance-enhancing properties. Therefore, 2,3-alkanediols having a greater number of carbon atoms, more preferably more than 10, are efficient for use as enhancers in detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance components within the scope of the present invention. Both improved cleaning performance and improved fragrance performance in terms of strength and adhesion result in better performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions in the washing or cleaning process. For example, textile products treated with the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention exhibit a significantly enhanced long-lasting fragrance impression, even after prolonged storage, compared to formulations without the enhancer mixtures specified herein. In addition, these compounds provide improved odor coating and / or odor reduction.

[0282] In certain preferred modifications, in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0283] In a particularly preferred variation, a detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises a mixture or combination of at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, comprising any one 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 containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-dodecanediol and 2,3-dodecanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-tridecanediol and 2,3-tridecanediol, or A mixture containing 1,2-tetradecanediol and 2,3-tetradecanediol.

[0284] In this homoalkanediol mixture, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol have the same number of carbon atoms.

[0285] A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol in combination with 2,3-pentanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol in combination with 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-octanediol in combination with 2,3-octanediol and / or 3,4-octanediol is particularly preferred. A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol in combination with 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture containing 1,2-octanediol in combination with 2,3-octanediol and / or 3,4-octanediol is even more preferred.

[0286] Due to their extremely excellent enhancing effects, which improve fragrance performance and cleaning efficiency, homoalkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, or homoalkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol, or homoalkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol are most preferred. In addition, odor coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0287] The homoalkanediol mixtures specified above according to the present invention, comprising 1,2-alkanediols and 2,3-alkanediols, are characterized by synergistically enhanced action; that is, the alkanediol mixtures exhibit increased cleaning performance, along with synergistically significant fragrance-enhancing properties in terms of strength and adhesion, compared to their respective single 1,2-alkanediol or 2,3-alkanediol substances. In addition, odor-coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0288] The synergistic effect or action in improving cleaning efficiency and simultaneously enhancing fragrance performance is also observed in homomixtures containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol. In addition, odor-coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0289] This synergistic effect of enhancing the intensity and adhesion of aromatic substances is also observed in homomixtures containing 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-hexanediol. In addition, odor coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0290] Homo-mixtures containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are particularly beneficial because they exert a particularly significant synergistic enhancement effect on the fragrance performance and adhesion properties of detergents and / or cleaning compositions. In addition, odor coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0291] Alkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, are particularly advantageous because they are effective in synergistically enhancing aromatic substances when used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions. In addition, odor-coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0292] Furthermore, alkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol, or alkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol, synergistically enhance the fragrance performance of fragrance substances in detergents and / or cleaning compositions. In addition, odor-coating and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0293] The aroma-enhancing effect is also observed with alkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-dodecanediol and 2,3-dodecanediol, or alkanediol mixtures containing 1,2-tridecanediol and 2,3-tridecanediol. In addition, the odor-covering and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0294] The aforementioned synergistic improvement effect of the fragrance components on the cleaning performance is particularly pronounced for homomixtures containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or homomixtures containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or homomixtures containing 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol. In addition, the odor-covering and / or reduction properties are synergistically enhanced.

[0295] The homoalkanediol mixtures identified above, comprising 1,2-alkanediols and their corresponding 2,3-alkanediols, exhibit a remarkably synergistic enhancing effect and are clearly superior to the individually corresponding 1,2-alkanediols or 2,3-alkanediols at the same concentration.

[0296] In a particularly preferred variation, a detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises a mixture or combination of at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, comprising any one of the following mixtures / combinations: 1,2-pentanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-Heptanediol, 1,2-Octanediol, 1,2-Nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 1,2-Dodecanediol, 1,2-Tridecanediol, or 1,2-Tetradecanediol combined with 1,2-Hexanediol, or 1,2-Heptanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-Octanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-nonanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-decanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-Undecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-Pentanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, 1,2-Heptanediol, 1,2-Octanediol, 1,2-Nonanediol, 1,2-Decanediol, 1,2-Undecanediol, 1,2-Tridecanediol, or 1,2-Tetradecanediol combined with 1,2-Dodecanediol, or 1,2-Tridecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, or 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-pentanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-hexanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-heptanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-octanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-nonanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-decanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-undecanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-dodecanediol combined with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-tridecanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-pentanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-hexanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-heptanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-octanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-nonanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-decanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-undecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-dodecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-tridecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, or 1,2-tridecanediol, or 2,3-pentanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-Heptanediol, 2,3-Octanediol, 2,3-Nonanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, 2,3-Dodecanediol, 2,3-Tridecanediol, or 2,3-Tetradecanediol combined with 2,3-Hexanediol, or 2,3-Heptanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-octanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-nonanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-decanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-Undecanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-Pentanediol, 2,3-Hexanediol, 2,3-Heptanediol, 2,3-Octanediol, 2,3-Nonanediol, 2,3-Decanediol, 2,3-Undecanediol, 2,3-Tridecanediol, or 2,3-Tetradecanediol combined with 2,3-Dodecanediol, or 2,3-Tridecanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol in combination with one of the following: 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexanediol, 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, or 2,3-tridecanediol.

[0297] Therefore, in certain preferred modifications, a detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, comprising a mixture or combination containing at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, may 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 containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 1,2-nonanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-pentanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-hexanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-octanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-octanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-nonanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-decanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-undecanediol, or • A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-dodecanediol, or A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-tridecanediol.

[0298] In this heteroalkanediol mixture, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol have different numbers of carbon atoms.

[0299] The alkanediol mixtures specified above according to the present invention, comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, are characterized by a synergistically enhanced effect, namely, the alkanediol mixture synergistically enhances the aromatic properties of the fragrance substances in the detergent and / or cleaning composition compared to the corresponding individual 1,2-alkanediol and / or 2,3-alkanediol substances. In addition, the cleaning performance of the detergent and / or cleaning composition is improved, and odor reduction and / or coating improvement is observed. Surprisingly, the composition is even more efficient in preventing the formation of malodorous odors.

[0300] Therefore, in certain preferred modifications, a detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, comprising a mixture or combination of at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, may include the following mixtures / combinations: A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol.

[0301] Surprisingly, such heteroalkanediol mixtures exhibit particularly remarkable cleaning performance and significantly improved fragrance properties, along with improved adhesion. In addition, the mixtures provide efficient odor coating and / or reduction and / or prevention.

[0302] In addition to the cleaning and fragrance-enhancing effects described above, the heteromixtures or combinations identified above, comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, also simultaneously possess a synergistic odor-coating and / or reduction effect compared to the corresponding individual 1,2-alkanediol and / or 2,3-alkanediol substances.

[0303] The alkanediol mixture identified above according to the present invention, comprising a first linear alkanediol and a second linear alkanediol, is characterized by a synergistically enhanced effect, namely, the alkanediol mixture synergistically enhances the fragrance performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions in terms of strength and adhesion compared to the corresponding individual 1,2-alkanediol or 2,3-alkanediol substances. In addition, odor reduction and / or improved coating are observed.

[0304] A (fragrance) enhancer mixture is still more preferable in which at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from 1,2-alkanediols having fewer than 5 to 8 carbon atoms, and one or more second alkanediols are selected from 1,2-alkanediols having more than 9 to 14 carbon atoms.

[0305] Most preferably, the (fragrance) enhancer mixture is one in which at least one 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 one or more second alkanediols are selected from the group consisting of 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, and any mixtures thereof.

[0306] Most preferred is an (aromatic) enhancer blend in which at least one first linear alkanediol is selected from the group consisting of 1,2-alkanediols having 5 to 8 fewer carbon atoms, 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 9 to 13 more carbon atoms, i.e., 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, and any mixture thereof.

[0307] Surprisingly, such heteroalkanediol mixtures of short-chain and long-chain alkanediols exhibit particularly remarkable deodorizing and fragrance-enhancing effects. In addition, such alkanediol mixtures also feature a significant improvement in odor-coating and / or reduction effects.

[0308] Alkanediol mixtures are more preferable in which the difference between the number of carbon atoms of at least one first linear alkanediol and the number of carbon atoms of one or more second alkanediols is at least two carbon atoms. In these alkanediol mixtures, short-chain and long-chain alkanediols are combined with each other to result in improved aromatic performance in terms of intensity and adhesion, as well as improved odor reduction / coating effect.

[0309] A (fragrance) enhancer mixture is still preferable in which the difference between the number of carbon atoms of at least one first linear alkanediol and the number of carbon atoms of one or more second alkanediols is at least three carbon atoms. When such an alkanediol mixture is used, the (fragrance) enhancement and odor reduction / masking effects are particularly pronounced.

[0310] Such combinations may include any of the following mixtures / combinations: 1,2-pentanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or 1,2-Hexanediol in combination with one of the following: 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, or • 1,2-heptanediol combined with one of 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, or 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, and 1,2-octanediol combined with one of the following: 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol.

[0311] In a more preferred modification of the present invention, in a detergent and / or cleaning composition, 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, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and mixtures thereof.

[0312] In a more preferred modification of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and mixtures thereof.

[0313] 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, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, and 2,3-tetradecanediol to detergents and / or cleaning compositions results in a significant improvement in cleaning power, as well as a significant (fragrance) enhancement and odor reduction / coating effect, compared to compositions without the addition of 2,3-alkanediols.

[0314] According to alternative preferred modifications, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer 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 carbon chains of 5 to 8 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0315] In a more preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer 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 carbon chains of 6 to 7 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol. In a still more preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 7 to 9 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having carbon chains of 7 to 9 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0316] Surprisingly, these 1,2-alkanediols were found to be particularly suitable (fragrance) enhancers in terms of strength and adhesion, and can be efficiently incorporated into detergents and / or cleaning compositions. These substances were found to exhibit better cleaning results and extremely superior fragrance performance. These improved properties were found, for example, in laundry detergents, and even after long-term storage of treated textile products, the textile products exhibit high fragrance intensity. Such detergents and / or cleaning compositions show improved cleaning and fragrance performance compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions without the addition of such substances. In addition, improvements in odor control were observed.

[0317] In a particularly preferred modification, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having carbon chains of 7 to 14 different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0318] Surprisingly, these 1,2-alkanediols, which have carbon chains of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, have been found to be particularly efficient fragrance enhancers that can be efficiently incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. In addition, these substances have been found to exhibit extremely excellent stain and / or dirt removal enhancement properties in detergents and cleaning compositions. Therefore, such detergents and / or cleaning compositions show improved cleaning properties compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions without the addition of such substances.

[0319] In a particularly preferred modification, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 9 to 14 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 9 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having carbon chains of 9 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0320] In a more preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 10 to 13 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 10 to 13 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having carbon chains of 10 to 13 carbon atoms different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0321] In a more preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of at least one linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 11 to 12 carbon atoms, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear 1,2-alkanediol having a carbon chain of 11 to 12 carbon atoms and one or more second linear 1,2-alkanediols having carbon chains of 11 to 12 different from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0322] Surprisingly, these long-chain alkanediols have been found to be particularly suitable (fragrance) enhancers in terms of strength and adhesion, and can be efficiently incorporated into a wide range of detergents and / or cleaning compositions.

[0323] Furthermore, these substances were found to exhibit better cleaning results and exceptionally superior fragrance performance. These improved properties were observed, for example, in laundry detergents, and even after long-term storage of treated textile products, the textile products exhibited a high fragrance intensity. Such detergents and / or cleaning compositions show a significant improvement in cleaning and fragrance performance compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions without the addition of such substances. In addition, improvements in odor control were observed.

[0324] In a further preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer 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 different log Pow values ​​of 1 ≤ from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0325] 1,2-alkanediols having a log Pow value of 1 ≤ are 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. These 1,2-alkanediols are soluble in water.

[0326] The Pow value is the partition coefficient of a chemical compound in a two-phase system consisting of two immiscible solvents in equilibrium: n-octanol and water. Therefore, this value represents a comparison of the solubility of the solute in these two liquids. Thus, the partition coefficient measures the degree to which a chemical substance is hydrophilic or hydrophobic.

[0327] The log Pow value is a constant defined in the following format: Log Pow = log10 (distribution coefficient) Partition coefficient, P = [n-octanol] / [water] In the formula, [] indicates the concentration of the solute in the organic and / or aqueous partition. The log Pow value is determined at a standard temperature of 25°C.

[0328] A log Pow value of ≤ 1 means that the compound has a higher affinity for the aqueous phase (is more hydrophilic) and is therefore more soluble in water, while a log Pow value ≥ 1 indicates a higher concentration in the liquid phase (i.e., the compound is more lipophilic) and is therefore more soluble in fatty solvents.

[0329] Surprisingly, 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≤1 were found to be particularly suitable (fragrance) enhancers within the scope of the present invention, and can be efficiently incorporated into a wide range of detergents and / or cleaning compositions. In addition, the aforementioned 1,2-alkanediols were found to exhibit extremely good improvement in cleaning properties in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, providing odor reduction and / or improved coating. Therefore, detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≤1 exhibit improved olfactory properties compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions without the addition of such 1,2-alkanediols.

[0330] In a further preferred modification, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises at least one (fragrance) enhancer 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 different log Pow value of ≥1 from the first linear 1,2-alkanediol.

[0331] 1,2-alkanediols having a log Pow value of ≥1 are selected from the group consisting of 1,2-octanediol (log Pow = 2.1), 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof. These 1,2-alkanediols are soluble in fatty solvents, such as n-octanol.

[0332] Surprisingly, 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≥1 have been found to be suitable (fragrance) enhancers that can be efficiently incorporated into a wide range of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, providing odor reduction and / or improved coating. In addition, the aforementioned 1,2-alkanediols have been found to exhibit extremely good improvements in the cleaning and fragrance properties of detergents and / or cleaning compositions. Therefore, detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing 1,2-alkanediols having a Pow value of ≥1 exhibit improved olfactory properties compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions without the addition of such 1,2-alkanediols.

[0333] In the context of this invention, the term "alkanediol" also includes its stereoisomers. Stereoisomers are molecules that have the same molecular formula but differ only in how their atoms are arranged in three-dimensional space. According to this definition, the linear alkanediols of this invention, or the first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as described in detail above, or the second linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, include 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.

[0334] 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.

[0335] In the context of this specification, the terms “1,2-diol,” “2,3-diol,” or “3,4-diol” include both the corresponding S-configurational enantiomer and R-enantiomer, as well as any mixture of these S- and R-configurational enantiomers, i.e., mixtures of racemic compounds of each diol.

[0336] The alkanediol mixture of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contains 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio within 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.

[0337] In the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are included in the mixture in a ratio preferably within the range of 98:2 to 99.9:0.1.

[0338] In the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are included in the alkanediol mixture in a ratio preferably within the range of 95:5 to 99.9:0.1.

[0339] Preferably, 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol are included in the mixture of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention in a ratio of ≥95:≤5, more preferably ≥96:≤4, even more preferably ≥97:≤3, and most preferably ≥98:≤2.

[0340] The majority of all mixtures of detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention contain 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio of ≥95:≤5, and include ratios of ≥95.5:≤4.5, ≥96:≤4, ≥96.5:≤3.5, ≥97:≤3, ≥97.5:2.5, and ≥98.0:≤2.0.

[0341] More preferably, the alkanediol mixture of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contains 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio of ≥98:≤2, and ≥98.1:≤1.9, ≥98.2:≤1.8, ≥98.3:≤1.7, ≥98.4:≤1.6, ≥98.5:≤1.5, ≥98.6:≤1.4, This includes the ratios ≥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.

[0342] The at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, as defined in detail above, are present in the alkanediol mixture according to the present invention in a ratio 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, and even more preferably in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0343] In the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol are included in the mixture in a ratio preferably within the range of 98:2 to 99.9:0.1.

[0344] In the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, the first linear alkanediol and the second alkanediol are included in the alkanediol mixture in a ratio preferably in the range of 95:5 to 99.9:0.1.

[0345] Preferably, the first linear alkanediol and the second alkanediol are included in the mixture of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention in a ratio of ≥95:≤5, more preferably ≥96:≤4, even more preferably ≥97:≤3, and most preferably ≥98:≤2.

[0346] The majority of all mixtures of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contain a first linear alkanediol and a second linear alkanediol in a ratio of ≥95:≤5, and include ratios of ≥95.5:≤4.5, ≥96:≤4, ≥96.5:≤3.5, ≥97:≤3, ≥97.5:2.5, and ≥98.0:≤2.0.

[0347] More preferably, the alkanediol mixture of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contains a first linear alkanediol and a second alkanediol in a ratio of ≥98:≤2, with ≥98.1:≤1.9, ≥98.2:≤1.8, ≥98.3:≤1.7, ≥98.4:≤1.6, ≥98.5:≤1.5, ≥98.6:≤1.4, This includes the ratios ≥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.

[0348] Alternatively, the ratio range of the first and second alkanediols can be switched such that one or more second alkanediols are the main components and at least one first alkanediol is the secondary component.

[0349] In an advantageous modification according to the present invention, the alkanediol mixture includes, as the first linear alkanediol, 1,2-alkanediols such as 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, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, and as the second linear alkanediol, 2,3-pentanediol, 2,3-hexa The compound contains the corresponding 2,3-alkanediol, such as 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol, in a ratio of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio of 80:20 to 98:2, and even more preferably in a ratio of 90:10 to 95:5. In a further advantageous modification according to the present invention, the alkanediol mixture is a 1,2-alkanediol such as 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol as the first linear alkanediol, and 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, The product contains a corresponding 2,3-alkanediol such as tandiol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol in a ratio of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio of 80:20 to 98:2, and even more preferably in a ratio of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0350] Similarly, the ratio or range of the first linear alkanediol to the second alkanediol described above is also applicable to the alkanediol mixture.

[0351] In a further preferred modification according to the present invention, the alkanediol mixture is 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, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol as the first linear alkanediol, and a 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2- The compound contains a corresponding 1,2-alkanediol such as hexanediol, 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol in a ratio of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio of 80:20 to 98:2, and even more preferably in a ratio of 90:10 to 95:5. In a further preferred modification according to the present invention, the alkanediol mixture is a 2,3-alkanediol such as 2,3-heptanediol, 2,3-octanediol, 2,3-nonanediol, 2,3-decanediol, 2,3-undecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, or 2,3-tetradecanediol as the first linear alkanediol, and a 1,2-heptanediol, 1,2- The product contains the corresponding 1,2-alkanediol, such as octanediol, 1,2-nonanediol, 1,2-decanediol, 1,2-undecanediol, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, or 1,2-tetradecanediol, in a ratio within 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, and even more preferably in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0352] Similarly, the ratio or range of the first linear alkanediol to the second alkanediol described above is also applicable to the alkanediol mixture.

[0353] A more advantageous modification according to the present invention involves a combination of a 1,2-alkanediol as the first linear alkanediol and the corresponding 2,3-alkanediol as the second linear alkanediol, for example, 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 2,2-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 an alkanediol mixture containing 1,2-tetradecanediol and 2,3-tetradecanediol, The first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol exist in a ratio within 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.

[0354] Similarly, the ratio or range of the first linear alkanediol to the second alkanediol described above is also applicable to the alkanediol mixture.

[0355] These mixing ratios result in the aforementioned alkanediol mixture exhibiting a synergistically enhanced fragrance-enhancing effect compared to the individual substances. The same applies to cleaning performance and odor control.

[0356] Preferred modifications according to the present invention also include mixtures comprising 1,2-hexanediol as the first linear alkanediol and 1,2-octanediol as the second linear alkanediol in any of the following ratios: 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably 80:20 to 98:2, or even more preferably 90:10 to 95:5.

[0357] Therefore, according to another preferred modification, the present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions specified herein, (i) A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol contains 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in a ratio of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio of 80:20 to 98:2, and even more preferably in a ratio of 90:10 to 95:5, or (ii) A mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols as defined herein comprises the first linear alkanediol and the second alkanediol in a ratio of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio of 80:20 to 98:2, and still more preferably in a ratio of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0358] A further preferred modification of the present invention relates to detergents and / or cleaning compositions as specified herein, wherein a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols as defined herein comprises the first linear alkanediol and the second alkanediol in a ratio within 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, and even more preferably in the range of 90:10 to 95:5.

[0359] These mixing ratios result in the aforementioned mixture exhibiting synergistic fragrance enhancement performance, along with improved cleaning efficiency and odor reduction / coating performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, compared directly to the corresponding individual alkanediol substances.

[0360] Alkanediols are obtained by synthesis from petrochemical or other fossil fuel sources by known methods such as olefin bishydroxylation, hydrolysis from epoxides or various chemical transformations, as described in U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2019 / 0241491(A1) and U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2020 / 0189995(A1), or from bio-derived raw materials by fermentation, or from bio-based natural and renewable raw materials such as biomass by catalytic synthesis. The alkanediols used in accordance with the present invention include either petrochemical alkanediols or alkanediols derived from bio-based natural and renewable raw materials. Preferably, the alkanediols are derived from bio-based sources and are therefore bioalkanediols.

[0361] In addition to the alkanediols identified above, further or second additional (fragrance) enhancers of the enhancing mixture (c) of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention include (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV )Ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture of the aforementioned further enhancers.

[0362] Glyceryl caprylate, (c II ):

[0363] [ka] It is a natural emollient derived from glycerin and vegetable fatty acids, which usually appears as a white, waxy solid. This ingredient is used in many skincare products for its emollient and moisturizing properties, as it helps maintain the moisture balance in the skin. In addition, glyceryl caprylate (c II ) is used as an antibacterial active ingredient in cosmetic preparations.

[0364] Surprisingly, glyceryl caprylate, an oily surfactant coemulsifier, was found to be an even more suitable (fragrance) enhancer within the scope of the present invention.

[0365] 4-Hydroxyacetophenone (4-HAP), (c III ):

[0366] [ka] It possesses antioxidant, bactericidal, and bacterial growth inhibitory properties, and is therefore used to stabilize cosmetic preparations.

[0367] Surprisingly, 4-HAP was found to be an even more suitable (aroma) enhancer within the scope of the present invention.

[0368] Ethylhexylglycerin (EHG), (c IV ):

[0369] [ka] Ethylhexylglycerin (EHG or octoxyglycerin) is a relatively new cosmetic ingredient used for its surfactant, dispersion, skin softening, skin conditioning, and antibacterial properties. Ethylhexylglycerin is a glyceryl ether and vicinal diol.

[0370] Surprisingly, EHGs were found to be suitable for providing fragrance-enhancing effects in detergents and / or cleaning compositions within the scope of the present invention.

[0371] Further (aromatic) enhancers identified above (c II ), (c III ), and (c IV ) can be used individually or in the form of a mixture of two or more of the (fragrance) enhancers. Therefore, in the enhancing mixture / composition (c), further (or second) (fragrance) enhancers (c II ), (c III ), and (c IV At least one of these is included as a second enhancing component, in addition to at least one alkanediol component.

[0372] Similarly, the (aromatic) enhancers identified above (c II ), (c III ), and (c IV ), or a mixture or two or three (aromatic) enhancers (c II ), (c III ), and (c IV ) also includes one or two alkanediol enhancers as defined herein (c I ) can also be used in mixture with the following. Preferably, such mixture contains two or more enhancers as defined herein.

[0373] Therefore, the enhancing component (c) is based on a mixture of at least one first alkanediol enhancing component (first enhancing agent / component) specified above, combined with at least one further or second enhancing component (further or second enhancing agent / component) selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof.

[0374] In certain preferred modifications, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, at least one (fragrance) enhancer (c) comprises one of the following mixtures / combinations: · (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, and (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and (c I A mixture comprising 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, · (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, and (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and (c I A mixture comprising 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, · (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and (c IA mixture comprising 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, · (c 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c II A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate, · (c 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone, · (c 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c IV A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin.

[0375] In a preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises any of the following enhancer mixtures / combinations selected from the group consisting of: · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-pentanediol, · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-hexanediol, · (c II A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-heptanediol, · (c II A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-octanediol, · (c II A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-nonanediol, · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-decanediol, · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-undecanediol, · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-dodecanediol, · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-tridecanediol, · (c II ) A mixture containing glyceryl caprylate and 1,2-tetradecanediol, · (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-pentanediol, · (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-hexanediol, · (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-heptanediol, · (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-octanediol, · (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-nonanediol, · (c III A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-decanediol, · (c III)A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-undecanediol, · (c III )A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-dodecanediol, · (c III )A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-tridecanediol, · (c III )A mixture containing 4-hydroxyacetophenone and 1,2-tetradecanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-pentanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-hexanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-heptanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-octanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-nonanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-decanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-undecanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-dodecanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-tridecanediol, · (c IV )A mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-tetradecanediol.

[0376] Surprisingly, the combinations identified above were found to be particularly efficient in terms of fragrance enhancement, odor control, and cleaning performance, and can be efficiently incorporated into a wide range of detergents and cleaning compositions. These enhancement mixtures were found to exhibit extremely excellent synergistic enhancement effects.

[0377] Particularly remarkable synergistic aroma enhancement effects and improvements in odor masking / reduction / prevention can be observed with the following enhancers: • 1,2-heptanediol, • 1,2-octanediol, • 1,2-nonanediol, • 1,2-decanediol, • 1,2-Undecanediol, • 1,2-dodecanediol, • 1,2-Tridecanediol, • 1,2-tetradecanediol, Combine with at least one of the following further enhancers: • Glyceryl caprylate, • 4-hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin.

[0378] Furthermore, more significant synergistic fragrance enhancement effects and improvements in odor masking / reduction / prevention can be observed with the following enhancers: • 1,2-nonanediol, • 1,2-decanediol, • 1,2-Undecanediol, • 1,2-dodecanediol, • 1,2-Tridecanediol, • 1,2-tetradecanediol, Combine with at least one of the following further enhancers: • Glyceryl caprylate, • 4-hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin.

[0379] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention are as follows: (c1.1), (c1.2), (c2.1), (c2.2), (c3.1), (c3.2), (c I ), (c II ), (c III ), (c IV (a)), (c)) can be optionally combined with the list of surfactants (a) specified herein.

[0380] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention are as follows: (c1.1), (c1.2), (c2.1), (c2.2), (c3.1), (c3.2), (c I ), (c II ), (c III ), (c IV (c)) can be optionally combined with the list of aroma substances specified herein.

[0381] For detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention, the list of surfactants (a) specified herein may be optionally combined with the list of fragrance substances specified herein.

[0382] In certain advantageous modifications, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises one of the following combinations of components (b) and (c): • Extracts of natural aromatic raw materials + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Natural aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (cI) 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 as defined above and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Synthetic fragrance substances + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Hydrocarbons + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aliphatic alcohols + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (cI ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aliphatic aldehydes and their acetals + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aliphatic ketones and their oximes + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aliphatic sulfur-containing compounds + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aliphatic nitriles + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aliphatic carboxylic acid esters + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Acyclic terpene alcohols + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Acyclic terpene aldehydes and ketones + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Cyclic terpene alcohols + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Cyclic terpene aldehydes and ketones + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Cyclic alcohol + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Alicyclic alcohol + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Cyclic and alicyclic ethers + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Cyclic and macrocyclic ketones + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Alicyclic aldehydes + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Alicyclic ketones + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Esters of cyclic alcohols + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Esters of alicyclic alcohols + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Esters of alicyclic alcohols + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Esters of aromatic aliphatic alcohols and aliphatic carboxylic acids + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aromatic and aromatic aliphatic aldehydes + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aromatic and aromatic aliphatic ketones + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aromatic and aromatic aliphatic carboxylic acids and their esters + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Nitrogen-containing aromatic compounds + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (cIV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Phenols, phenyl ethers, and phenyl esters + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Lactone + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin.

[0383] In certain preferred modifications, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention comprises one of the following combinations of components (b) and (c): • Natural aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Ester-type aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Ether-type aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: ( cI ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Aldehyde-type aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Ketone-type aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Alcohol-based fragrance substances + the following (fragrance) enhancers: (c I ) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin, or • Hydrocarbon-type aromatic substances + the following (aromatic) enhancers: (c I) A mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined above, and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, wherein at least one of the following further enhancers: (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, or (c IV ) Combined with ethylhexylglycerin.

[0384] The aforementioned combinations, comprising fragrance substances and the (fragrance) enhancer mixtures specified herein, have been found to result in superior fragrance performance in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, namely, the fragrance performance of such detergents and / or cleaning compositions is better in terms of intensity and adhesion than that of detergents and / or cleaning compositions that do not contain the (fragrance) enhancer mixtures specified herein.

[0385] However, this combination, which includes a mixture of fragrance components and (fragrance) enhancers, not only possesses remarkable fragrance performance but also exhibits enhanced cleaning activity combined with odor reduction and / or improved coating, effectively preventing odor formation and resulting in improved performance during application compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions without the addition of the (fragrance) enhancer mixture. Therefore, it is also beneficial in laundry detergents, manual and automatic dishwashing detergents, hard surface cleaners, medical and dental equipment cleaners, stain removers, and the like.

[0386] Surprisingly, it has been observed that adding the mixture of enhancers identified above can synergistically provide an efficient fragrance-enhancing effect to detergents and / or cleaning compositions when combined with fragrance substances.

[0387] Specific and significant synergistic aroma-enhancing effects and the improvements identified above can be observed for the following enhancers: • 1,2-heptanediol, • 1,2-octanediol, • 1,2-nonanediol, Combine with at least one of the following further enhancers: • Glyceryl caprylate, • 4-hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin.

[0388] For detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention, the list of enhancers and mixtures thereof specified herein may be optionally combined with the list of surfactants specified herein.

[0389] Selective components Antibacterial agent / component (d), (d1), (d2), (d3): The detergent and / or cleaning composition may further contain one or more antimicrobial agents.

[0390] In the context of this invention, the term “antimicrobial component” refers to a group of substances, in particular agents that kill or stop or inhibit the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, yeasts, and / or fungi, in order to prevent microbial contamination of a product. Without the addition of such agents, the product may spoil, exhibit changes in odor, discoloration, mold growth, gas formation, emulsion separation, or changes in viscosity, making the product unacceptable to consumers.

[0391] Suitable antimicrobial agents include, but are not limited to, antimicrobial classes such as phenols, quaternary ammonium compounds, metal derivatives, amines, alkanolamines, nitro derivatives, analides, organosulfur and sulfur nitrogen compounds, and various other compounds. Exemplary phenolic agents include pentachlorophenol, orthophenylphenol, and phenoxyethanol. Exemplary quaternary antimicrobial agents include antimicrobial compositions containing amines and nitros such as benzalkonium chloride, cetylpyridinium chloride, and hexahydro-1,3,5-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)-s-triazine, dithiocarbamates such as sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate, and various other materials whose antimicrobial properties are known in the art. Other exemplary antimicrobial agents include glutaraldehyde, bronopol (2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol), silver, and isothiazolones such as methylisothiazolinone, lauroylethyl HCl alginate sold under the trade name Neolone®, sodium benzoate, benzyl alcohol, or methylbenzyl alcohol.

[0392] In a preferred modification according to the present invention, the detergent and / or cleaning composition is further combined with benzyl alcohol, methylbenzyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, and any mixture thereof. These substances have broad activity against microorganisms and are added to the detergent and / or cleaning composition to inhibit microbial decay and therefore for stabilization purposes.

[0393] In particular, antimicrobial agents are added to liquid detergents and / or cleaning agents due to their higher water content, which makes them more susceptible to microbial invasion and growth.

[0394] If an antimicrobial agent is included in the detergent and / or cleaning composition of the present invention, it is preferably added in an amount of about 0.001% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0395] The antimicrobial component is present in the composition according to the present invention in an amount of 0.0001% to 15.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a preferred variation, the composition contains the antimicrobial component in an amount of 0.001% to 10.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a particular preferred variation, the antimicrobial component is advantageously used in the composition in an amount of 0.001% to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0396] Therefore, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention preferably contains at least one antimicrobial compound in an amount of 0.0001% to 15.0% by weight, more specifically 0.001% to 10.0% by weight, and most specifically 0.001% to 5.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0397] The activity of these antimicrobial compounds is synergistically improved based on the formulation of the composition according to the present invention, and in particular synergistically based on component (c) as specified herein.

[0398] Enzymes and enzyme stabilizers: The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention may further include an enzyme formulation comprising at least one enzyme, or at least one enzyme as a further component that provides additional cleaning benefits.

[0399] Enzymes are known as effective chemicals used in conjunction with detergents and other cleaning agents to break down dirt. Enzymes enhance substrate cleaning by breaking down dirt, making it more soluble, and allowing surfactants to remove the dirt from the surface. Specifically, enzymes can provide desirable activity for removing, for example, protein-based, carbohydrate-based, or triglyceride-based dirt from substrates. In addition, enzymes also help improve cleaning results at lower temperatures. As a result, enzymes have been used in a variety of cleaning applications to digest or break down dirt such as greases, oils (e.g., vegetable oils or animal fats), proteins, and carbohydrates. For example, enzymes can be added as components to compositions for laundry, textiles, dishwashing, stationary cleaning, drainpipes, floors, carpets, medical or dental instruments, meat cutting tools, hard surface cleaning, and personal care.

[0400] Enzymes suitable for detergents and / or cleaning compositions can act by decomposing or modifying one or more types of dirt residue encountered on fabrics or textile products, thereby removing the dirt or making the dirt more easily removable by the surfactant or other components of the cleaning composition. Both decomposition and modification of dirt residue can improve cleaning power by reducing the physicochemical forces binding the dirt to the utensil or device being cleaned, for example, making the dirt more water-soluble. For example, one or more proteases can cleave complex high-molecular-weight protein structures present in the dirt residue into simpler, shorter-chain molecules, which themselves can be more easily desorbed, solubilized, or otherwise removed from the surface by a detergent solution containing the protease.

[0401] The cleaning enzyme according to the present invention has cleaning, stain removal, or other beneficial effects when used as an ingredient in detergents and / or cleaning compositions for instruments, devices, or equipment such as medical or dental instruments, devices, or instruments, or for laundry, textile products, dishwashing, stationary cleaning, drainpipes, carpets, meat cutting tools, hard surfaces, personal care, etc.

[0402] Enzymes that can be used in accordance with the present invention include enzymes that provide desirable activity for removing protein-based, carbohydrate-based, or triglyceride-based stains from substrates; for cleaning, stain removal, and disinfection pre-soaks such as pre-soaks for medical and dental instruments, devices, and equipment; pre-soaks for cutlery, cooking utensils, and tableware; or pre-soaks for meat cutting equipment; for washing machine dishes; for laundry and cleaning and stain removal of textile products; for cleaning and stain removal of carpets; for cleaning-in-place (CIP) and in-place stain removal; for cleaning and stain removal of food processing surfaces and equipment; for drain pipe cleaning; and for cleaning pre-soaks.

[0403] Suitable enzymes for use in accordance with the present invention are selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, cutinases, gluconases, peroxidases, pectinases, mannanases, esterases, hemicellulases, xylanases, phospholipases, pectinate lyases, keratinases, reductases, nucleases (including DNase and / or Rnase), phenol oxidases, lipoxygenases, ligninases, pullulanases, tannases, pentosanases, maranases, β-glucanases, arabinosidases, hyaluronidases, chondroitinases, oxidoreductases, and any mixtures thereof.

[0404] The enzymes used in accordance with the present invention may be of any preferred origin, such as plant, animal, bacterial, fungal, or yeast origin.

[0405] Protease: Any protease or mixture of proteases from any source may be used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable within the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the protease enzyme may be derived from plants, animals, or microorganisms such as yeast, mold, or bacteria. Preferred protease enzymes include, but are not limited to, those derived from Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis, and Streptomyces griseus. The protease enzyme derived from B. subtilis is most preferred. The protease may be purified or a component of a microbial extract that is either wild-type or a variant (either chemical or recombinant). Exemplary proteases are available from Novozymes under the trade names Alcalase®, Blaze®, Savinase®, Esperase®, and Progress UNO®, Liquanase®, and Pristine®, respectively, as well as from DuPont / IFF under the trade names Preferenz®P and Excellentz®P.

[0406] Amylase: Any amylase or mixture of amylases from any source may be used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable within the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the amylase enzyme may be derived from plants, animals, or microorganisms such as yeast, mold, or bacteria. Preferred amylase enzymes include, but are not limited to, those derived from Bacillus species such as B. licheniformis, B. amyloliquefaciens, B. subtilis, or B. stearothermophilus. The amylase enzyme derived from B. subtilis is most preferred. The amylase may be purified or a component of a microbial extract, either wild-type or variant (either chemical or recombinant). Preferred amylases are commercially available under the trade names Stainzyme® and Amplify® from Novozymes, and Preferenz® S from DuPont / IFF, respectively.

[0407] Lipase: Any lipase or mixture of lipases from any source may be used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable within the desired pH range (approximately 6 to approximately 9). For example, lipase enzymes may be derived from plants, animals, or microorganisms such as fungi or bacteria. Preferred protease enzymes include, but are not limited to, those derived from Pseudomonas, such as Pseudomonas stutzeri ATCC 19.154, or Humicola, such as Humicola lanuginosa (typically produced recombinantly in Aspergillus oryzae). The lipase may be purified or a component of a microbial extract, either wild-type or variant (either chemically or recombinantly). Preferred lipases are commercially available under the trade names Lipex® from Novozymes and Preferenz® L from DuPont / IFF.

[0408] Cellulase: Any cellulase or mixture of cellulases from any source may be used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, provided that the selected enzyme is stable within the desired pH range (about 6 to about 9). For example, the cellulase enzyme may be derived from plants, animals, or microorganisms such as fungi or bacteria. Preferred cellulase enzymes include, but are not limited to, those derived from Humicola insolens, Humicola strain DSM1800, or cellulase 212-producing fungi belonging to the genus Aeromonas, and those extracted from the hepatopancreas of the marine mollusk Dolabella Auricula Solander. The cellulase may be purified or a component of a microbial extract, either wild-type or variant (either chemical or recombinant). Preferred cellulases are commercially available under the trade names Celluclean® and Carezyme® from Novozymes, and Revitalez® from DuPont / IFF, respectively.

[0409] The choice of enzyme depends on the conditions of the final usability, including the physical product form, the pH used, the temperature used, and the type of dirt being decomposed or modified, and is influenced by factors such as pH activity and / or optimal stability, thermal stability, and stability against active detergents, builders, etc. Enzymes can be selected to provide optimal activity and stability for any given set of usability conditions. In this regard, bacterial or fungal enzymes are preferred.

[0410] Protease enzymes, amylase enzymes, and lipase enzymes are the most commonly used enzymes in detergents and / or cleaning compositions. Protease enzymes are particularly advantageous for cleaning stains containing proteins, such as eggs, milk, and meat residues. Amylase enzymes are particularly advantageous for removing starchy stains such as pasta and rice. Lipase enzymes are particularly advantageous for cleaning stains containing fats and oils.

[0411] As those skilled in the art will see, enzymes are designed to work with specific types of stains. For example, according to embodiments of the present invention, a protease enzyme may be used for dishwashing applications because it is effective at the high temperatures of dishwashers and is effective in reducing protein-based stains. Protease enzymes are particularly advantageous for cleaning protein-containing stains such as blood, skin scales, mucus, grass, and food (e.g., eggs, milk, spinach, meat residue, tomato sauce).

[0412] According to the present invention, the enzymes contained in detergents and / or cleaning compositions may vary based on the specific cleaning application and the type of dirt to be cleaned. For example, the temperature of a particular cleaning application affects the enzymes selected for the enzyme composition according to the present invention. For dishwashing applications, e.g., clean substrates at temperatures above about 60°C, or above about 70°C, or about 65°C to 80°C, enzymes such as proteases are desirable due to their ability to maintain enzymatic activity at such high temperatures.

[0413] For laundry applications, such as cleaning laundry at temperatures above approximately 40°C, above approximately 50°C, or between approximately 65°C and 95°C, enzymes such as proteases are desirable due to their ability to maintain enzymatic activity at such high temperatures.

[0414] In some variations of the present invention, the enzyme in the detergent and / or cleaning composition is a single enzyme. In some other variations, the enzyme in the detergent and / or cleaning composition is preferably an enzyme cocktail of two, three, four, or more different enzymes. Preferably, the laundry detergent contains two (preferably proteases and amylases) to five or even six enzymes.

[0415] Preferably, at least one enzyme is selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, gluconases, cellulases, peroxidases, or mixtures thereof.

[0416] In some variations, the enzymes in the composition are proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, gluconases, peroxidases, mannanases, or any mixture thereof.

[0417] Preferably, the enzyme is a mixture of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, and / or pectin lyases.

[0418] Preferred cleansing enzymes include hydrolases such as proteases, amylases, lipases, or combinations thereof.

[0419] Preferably, the enzyme is a protease, amylase, lipase, cellulose, peroxidase, gluconase, or any mixture thereof.

[0420] In a further preferred modification, the enzyme in the detergent and / or cleaning composition disclosed herein is a protease, amylase, lipase, or any mixture thereof.

[0421] More preferably, the enzyme is a protease, an amylase, or a mixture thereof.

[0422] More preferably, the enzyme is a protease, lipase, or a mixture thereof.

[0423] More preferably, the enzyme is selected from amylase, lipase, or a mixture thereof.

[0424] In some other embodiments, the enzyme is a protease.

[0425] In several other variations, the enzyme is amylase.

[0426] In several other variations, the enzyme is lipase.

[0427] In several other variations, the enzyme is cellulase.

[0428] Preferred enzymes in the solid detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention include proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, or combinations thereof.

[0429] Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention for cleaning medical or dental devices or instruments include proteases, amylases, cellulases, lipases, or combinations thereof.

[0430] Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention for food processing surfaces and equipment include proteases, lipases, amylases, gluconases, or combinations thereof.

[0431] Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention for laundry or textile products include proteases, cellulases, lipases, peroxidases, or combinations thereof. Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition for carpets include proteases, amylases, or combinations thereof.

[0432] Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention for meat cutting tools include proteases, lipases, or combinations thereof.

[0433] Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention for hard surfaces include proteases, amylases, lipases, or combinations thereof.

[0434] Preferred enzymes in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention for drain pipes include proteases, amylases, lipases, or combinations thereof.

[0435] For stain removers, the enzyme is preferably selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, mannanases, pectin lyases, and any mixtures thereof.

[0436] For fabric softeners, the enzyme is preferably cellulase.

[0437] To increase the bleaching effect, oxidoreductase is added to the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention.

[0438] Oxidoreductases are selected from the group consisting of peroxidases such as oxidases, oxygenases, catalases, halo-, chloro-, bromo-, lignin-, glucose-, or manganese-peroxidases, dioxygenases or laccases such as phenol oxidases and polyphenol oxidases, and any mixture thereof.

[0439] Enzymes are typically not used in combination with bleaches in liquid detergents and / or cleaning compositions because they are unstable (enzyme denaturation), but percarbonates and enzymes are typically added to powder compositions.

[0440] Commercially available enzymes are available in liquid or dry form (i.e., packs, powders, etc.) and are sold as unprocessed aqueous solutions or in various purified, processed, and compounded forms established in the prior art, generally containing about 0.1% to about 80% by weight of active enzymes in combination with stabilizers, buffers, cofactors, impurities, and inert vehicles. The actual active enzyme content is not significant and depends on the manufacturing method, assuming that the solid detergent and / or cleaning composition has the desired enzyme activity.

[0441] Preferably, the enzyme is added to the detergent and / or cleaning composition as a single enzyme formulation, as an enzyme cocktail formulation containing a mixture of different enzymes, or more preferably as a formulation mixed with a stabilizer, preferably one or more enzyme stabilizers, buffers, etc.

[0442] This includes, for example, solid enzyme preparations obtained by granulation, extrusion, or freeze-drying, or, particularly in the case of liquid or gel-like agents, enzyme solutions that are advantageously as concentrated as possible, low in moisture, and / or containing added stabilizers. Alternatively, enzymes can be encapsulated for both solid and liquid dosage forms, for example, by spray-drying or extruding the enzyme solution together with a natural polymer, or in the form of capsules, for example, in which the enzyme is enclosed in a coagulated gel, or in a core-shell form in which the enzyme-containing core is coated with a protective layer that is impermeable to water, air, and / or chemicals. Further active substances, such as stabilizers, emulsifiers, pigments, bleaches, or dyes, can be additionally applied to the superimposed layers. Such capsules are applied using methods that are known in themselves, for example, by vibration or roll granulation, or in a fluidized bed process. Advantageously, such granules are less dusty as a result of, for example, the application of polymer film-forming agents, and are stable for storage due to the coating. Furthermore, it is possible to package two or more enzymes together so that a single granule exhibits multiple enzyme activities.

[0443] In a preferred modification according to the present invention, the enzyme is added to the detergent and / or cleaning composition as a single enzyme.

[0444] In some other variations, the enzymes added to the detergent and / or cleaning composition are preferably an enzyme cocktail of two, three, four, or even more different enzymes. Typically, for laundry detergents, the enzyme cocktail contains two (preferably proteases and amylases) to six enzymes.

[0445] Enzymes are typically incorporated into detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to this disclosure in an amount sufficient to produce effective cleaning during a cleaning procedure. An effective cleaning amount means an amount that produces a clean, hygienic, and preferably non-corrosive appearance on the material being cleaned, particularly for medical or dental devices or instruments. An effective cleaning amount may also mean an amount that produces a cleaning, stain removal, dirt removal, whitening, deodorizing, or freshness-improving effect on a substrate such as a medical or dental device or instrument. Such cleaning effects can be achieved with a small amount of enzyme, such as about 0.02% by weight of the detergent and / or cleaning composition.

[0446] In the detergents and / or cleaning compositions of this disclosure, suitable cleaning can typically be achieved when the enzyme is present in an amount of 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, based on the total weight of the composition. Higher enzyme levels are typically desirable in highly concentrated cleaning formulations.

[0447] In the detergents and / or cleaning compositions of this disclosure, suitable cleaning can typically be achieved when the enzyme is present in an amount of 0.0001% to 5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Preferably, the enzyme is present in an amount of 0.0001% to 4% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. More preferably, the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention contain the enzyme in an amount of 0.001% to 3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Most preferably, the enzyme is present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.01% to 2% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Even more preferably, the enzyme is present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.05% to 2% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0448] Typically, enzymes are present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention in an amount of 0.05% to 2.0% by weight. Usually, proteases and amylases are used in higher concentrations in the detergent and / or cleaning composition, i.e., 0.4% to 1.5% by weight of protease and 0.05% to 0.6% by weight of amylase, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0449] With respect to enzyme cocktails, the above amounts refer to the total amount of enzymes in the mixture; that is, the amount is the sum of the amounts of all enzymes in the mixture.

[0450] Enzyme stabilizers: The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention optionally comprises at least one enzyme stabilizer to further stabilize the enzyme in the detergent and / or cleaning composition from loss of activity (i.e., to maintain proteolytic activity or enzyme retention). The enzyme is further stabilized by the enzyme stabilizer through physical protection by a protective layer.

[0451] In a more preferred modification, at least one enzyme is added to the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention as an enzyme formulation mixed with one or more stabilizers, preferably one or more enzyme stabilizers, and optionally a buffer, an additive, etc. Suitable enzyme stabilizers are known to those skilled in the art.

[0452] Enzyme formulations containing enzyme stabilizers are added to detergents and / or cleaning compositions in such an amount that the enzyme stabilizer is present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.0001% to 5% by weight based on the total weight of the detergent and / or cleaning composition. Preferably, the enzyme stabilizer is present in an amount of 0.001% to 4% by weight based on the total weight of the detergent and / or cleaning composition. Most preferably, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains the enzyme stabilizer in an amount of 0.01% to 3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0453] Optional additional components In the context of the present invention, in order to obtain a composition or formulation ready for use, it is possible, and in some cases advantageous, to combine the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention with other active substances and / or additives, depending on the purpose of the composition. The active ingredients provide the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention with desired properties and functionality. The terms “functional ingredient” or “functional additive” include ingredients that provide beneficial properties in a particular use. Several specific examples of functional ingredients are discussed in more detail below. However, a wide variety of other functional ingredients may be used.

[0454] The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention may include, for example, organic solvents, builders, and any additional auxiliary agents such as antifouling agents, thickeners, colorants, and fragrances, which are commonly found in such compositions.

[0455] Preferably, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention includes, for example, antistatic agents, anti-wrinkle agents, antibacterial agents, dye transfer inhibitors (dye transfer inhibiting agents or dye transfer inhibitors) / color protectants, dye scavengers, dyes / colorants, graying inhibitors, odor removers / odor scavengers, stain shielding / stain release agents, anti-re-adhesion agents, UV protective agents, disinfectants, bactericides, water repellents, insect repellents, anti-pilling agents, acidulants, mold removers, anti-allergy agents, solubility modifiers, rheology modifiers / viscosity modifiers or thickeners, dispersants, water softeners, buffers, (organic) solvents, defoaming agents / foaming inhibitors / anti-foaming agents, foam stabilizers, fabric softeners, starches, bleaching compounds / agents, bleaching activators, bleaching catalysts and bleaching stabilizers, bleaching scavengers, optical gloss agents and UV absorbers, chelating agents / metal ion sequestrants. It may be advantageously combined with or modified with at least one active substance and / or at least one (functional) additive, such as agents (sequestrants), builders, co-builders, pH adjusters, stabilizers, hydrotropes, preservatives, fire retardants, shrinkage control agents, (inorganic) salts, and any mixtures thereof.

[0456] Enhancer (c) within the scope of the present invention is (c1.1) 1,2-heptanediol, (c2.1) 2,3-heptanediol, (c3.1) a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, or (c I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or (c IV ) is a mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin. Preferably, enhancer (c) within the scope of the present invention is (c I ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or (c IV It is a mixture containing ethylhexylglycerin.

[0457] Therefore, the enhancing component (c) is based on a mixture of a first alkanediol enhancing component identified herein and at least one second enhancing component selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof.

[0458] The present invention provides for the presence of 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1), in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition in the detergent and / or cleaning composition. In a preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1), in an amount of 0.01% to 10.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a more preferred variation, 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1), may be favorably used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.1% to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In an even more preferred variation, 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1), may be favorably used in detergents and / or 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 modifications, 1,2-heptanediol (c1.1) or 2,3-heptanediol (c2.1), or a mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol (c3.1) is favorably used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0459] For heptanediol mixtures (c3.1), the above amounts refer to the total content of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in the mixture; that is, the amount is the sum of the content of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in the mixture.

[0460] At least one first component of the enhancing component or mixture (c), namely, the alkanediol component (c) according to the present invention. I) is present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains at least one alkanediol enhancing component (c) in an amount of 0.01% to 10.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. I ) contains. A more preferred variant contains at least one alkanediol enhancing component (c I ) is favorably used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.1% to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a more preferred variation, at least one alkanediol enhancing component (c I ) is favorably used in detergents and / or 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 modification, at least one alkanediol enhancing component (c I ) is favorably used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0461] For an alkanediol mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols, the above amount is with respect to the total content of the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in the mixture, that is, the amount is the sum of the content of the first linear alkanediol and the second linear alkanediol in the mixture.

[0462] In certain preferred modifications of the present invention, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol of a mixture (c3.1) containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight, preferably 0.01% to 10.0% by weight, more preferably 0.1% to 5.0% by weight, even more preferably 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, and most preferably 0.5% to 1.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0463] More preferably, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains 2,3-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol of a mixture (c3.1) containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol in an amount of 0.001% to 0.5% by weight, preferably 0.005% to 0.1% by weight, and most preferably 0.01% to 0.075% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition or the detergent and / or cleaning product.

[0464] In certain preferred modifications of the present invention, the detergent and / or cleaning composition comprises, based on the total weight of the composition or detergent and / or cleaning product, 0.001% to 15.0% by weight, preferably 0.01% to 10.0% by weight, more preferably 0.1% to 5.0% by weight, even more preferably 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, and most preferably 0.5% to 1.0% by weight, a mixture comprising at least one linear alkanediol, a 2,3-alkanediol, or at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols.

[0465] More preferably, the detergent and / or cleaning composition comprises, based on the total weight of the composition or detergent and / or cleaning product, 0.001% to 0.5% by weight, preferably 0.005% to 0.1% by weight, and most preferably 0.01% to 0.075% by weight, at least one linear alkanediol, or a mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols.

[0466] At least one second component of the enhancing component or mixture (c), i.e., (c) according to the present invention. II ) Glyceryl caprylate and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone and / or (c IVEthylhexylglycerin (also known as (c1.2), (c2.2), and (c3.2)) is present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition is present in an amount of 0.01% to 10.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. II ) Glyceryl caprylate and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone and / or (c IV ) Contains ethylhexylglycerin. In a more preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains (c) in an amount of 0.1% to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. II ) Glyceryl caprylate and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone and / or (c IV ) Contains ethylhexylglycerin. A more preferred modification is (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone and / or (c IV Ethylhexylglycerin is favorably used in detergents and / or 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 modification, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate and / or (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone and / or (c IV Ethylhexylglycerin is favorably used in detergents and / or cleaning compositions in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0467] For mixtures of two or more further enhancers, the above amounts are with respect to the total content of the further enhancers in the mixture, i.e., the amounts are the sum of the content of each individual further enhancer in the mixture.

[0468] Preferably, the detergent and / or cleaning composition contains, in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition, more preferably in an amount of 0.01% to 10.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition, and even more preferably in an amount of 0.1% to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition, a mixture of enhancer (c), i.e., at least one (first) alkanediol enhancer (at least one enhancer) as specified herein, and at least one second enhancer (at least one further enhancer) selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof. In a more preferred variation, enhancer (c) is favorably used in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.3% to 3.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In the most preferred variation, enhancer (c) is favorably used in the detergent and / or cleaning composition in an amount of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0469] Therefore, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention preferably contains, based on the total weight of the composition, at least one enhancer (c) in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight, preferably 0.01% to 10.0% by weight, more preferably 0.1% to 5.0% by weight, even more preferably 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, and most preferably 0.5% to 1.0% by weight. I ), and (c II ), (c III ), (c IV ), and a mixture of at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further enhancers.

[0470] For enhancing component (c), i.e., a mixture of enhancing agents as specified herein, the above amounts are in relation to the total content of the enhancing agents in the composition, i.e., the amount is the sum of the content of all enhancing agents (alkanediol enhancing agents + further enhancing agents) in the composition.

[0471] Typically, at least one surfactant (a), (a1), (a2), (a3) ​​is present in the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present 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 / or cleaning composition according to the present invention contains the surfactant in an amount of 0.01% to 50% by weight, most preferably 0.1% to 40% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0472] In contrast, the light composition according to the present invention contains at least one surfactant in an amount of 0.001% to 40% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Preferably, the at least one surfactant is present in an amount of 0.005% to 30% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention preferably contains a surfactant in an amount of 0.01% to 25% by weight, preferably 0.1% to 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0473] With respect to surfactant mixtures, the above amounts refer to the total amount of surfactants in the mixture; that is, the amount is the sum of the amounts of all surfactants in the mixture.

[0474] In the detergent and / or cleaning composition, at least one fragrance substance or mixture of fragrance substances (components (b), (b1), (b2), (b3)) is preferably included in an amount of about 0.00001% to 10% by weight, preferably 0.0001% to 5% by weight, and particularly preferably 0.001% to 2% by weight, based on the total amount of the detergent and / or cleaning composition.

[0475] At least one antimicrobial compound (components (d), (d1), (d2), (d3)) is preferably present in the composition according to the present invention in an amount of 0.0001% to 15.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a preferred variation, the composition contains an antimicrobial component in an amount of 0.001% to 10.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In a particular preferred variation, the antimicrobial component is advantageously used in the composition in an amount of 0.001% to 5.0% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

[0476] Therefore, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention preferably contains at least one antimicrobial compound in an amount of 0.0001% to 15.0% by weight, more specifically 0.001% to 10.0% by weight, and most specifically 0.001% to 5.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0477] Detergents and / or cleaning compositions and their products According to a further aspect of the present invention, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention may be used as is (i.e., as a detergent and / or cleaning product) or for the preparation of detergents and / or cleaning products or detergents and / or cleaning formulations.

[0478] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions of this disclosure have been found to have, remarkably, superior cleaning performance compared to compositions without the addition of the enhancer mixture of the invention, and at the same time, to exhibit efficient odor coating and / or odor reduction properties. In addition, the compositions according to the present invention have been found to be efficient in preventing the formation of odors.

[0479] Furthermore, surprisingly, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention has been found to enhance the olfactory properties and / or adhesion of the fragrance substances contained in the detergent and / or cleaning composition compared to a composition without the addition of the enhancer mixture of the invention. This results in improved intensity even when using small amounts of fragrance components.

[0480] In addition, the odor reduction and / or odor-coating performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions can be synergistically further improved based on a combination of at least one enhancing composition, surfactant components, fragrance components, and optionally additional antimicrobial components, which is based on a combination of at least one alkanediol enhancer and at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof of these further enhancers as specified herein.

[0481] Surprisingly, it has been found that adding a mixture of at least one alkanediol specified herein as an effective amount of a first enhancing agent and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof as a second / further enhancing agent as defined herein to detergents and / or cleaning compositions has a favorable effect in synergistically enhancing the cleaning efficiency and / or odor reduction / coating of the detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or the olfactory properties and / or adhesion of the fragrance substances contained therein. The fragrance substances in these detergents and / or cleaning compositions exhibit superior olfactory performance in terms of intensity and adhesion compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions that do not contain such enhancing compositions. Furthermore, surprisingly, it was found that the combination of an alkanediol component as a first enhancing agent and a second / further enhancing agent selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, or ethylhexylglycerin, or any mixture thereof, synergistically enhances (or improves) the odor reduction and / or odor-coating performance of detergents and / or cleaning compositions.

[0482] Therefore, detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing a fragrance substance or a mixture of fragrance substances, in combination with a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or at least one alkanediol specified herein, and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as defined herein, exhibit improved olfactory performance compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions that do not contain such fragrance-enhancing compositions (c).

[0483] Conversely, due to the enhancing effect, the amount of fragrance and other components in these detergents and / or cleaning compositions used to increase fragrance performance, cleaning performance, or odor control performance can be reduced while achieving a similar cleaning effect, that is, without losing fragrance performance or cleaning performance.

[0484] Furthermore, detergents and / or cleaning compositions containing fragrance substances or mixtures of fragrance substances, when combined with a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or an alkanediol specified herein, and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as defined herein, exhibit improved odor reduction properties and enable efficient odor coating. Moreover, these compositions have been found to additionally prevent odor formation.

[0485] Conversely, due to the enhancing effect, the amount of additives such as odor reducers and other components for improving olfactory perception can be reduced without losing cleaning performance.

[0486] The combination of an enhancer selected from the group of alkanediols in detergents and / or cleaning compositions with at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and ethylhexylglycerin provides an improved sense of freshness and cleanliness. In particular, the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention are especially beneficial in preventing, minimizing, or masking unpleasant odors. Surprisingly, these enhancers have been found to act synergistically.

[0487] According to a further aspect of the present invention, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention can be used as is or for the preparation of detergent and / or cleaning products.

[0488] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products specified herein can be used in a variety of cleaning or washing methods. As used herein, the term “cleaning” means performing, facilitating, or assisting in the removal of dirt, bleaching, etc. Preferably, the detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products are useful for cleaning textiles, laundry, dishwashing, fabric care, cleaning hard surfaces in household, institutional, and industrial settings such as utensils or other surfaces, and cleaning medical and dental instruments.

[0489] As used herein, the term “fabric cleaning” includes detergents and / or cleaning compositions designed to clean stained and / or soiled materials. Such formulations include, but are not limited to, laundry detergent compositions, fabric softening compositions, fabric strengthening compositions, fabric freshening compositions, pre-washes, pre-wash treatments, laundry additives, spray products, dry cleaning agents or compositions, wash rinse additives, cleaning additives, post-rinse fabric treatments, ironing aids, unit-dose formulations, delayed-delivery formulations, detergents contained on or in porous substrates or nonwoven sheets, substrates containing fibers, preferably containing activators, and compositions such as other suitable forms that may be apparent to those skilled in the art.

[0490] As used herein, the term “fabric care” refers to a variety of fabric benefits, including smoothness, shape retention, resilience, color preservation, pilling control, and others.

[0491] As used herein, the term “utensils” refers to solid surfaces such as countertops, tiles, floors, walls, panels, windows, plumbing fixtures, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, electrical appliances, engines, circuit boards, and dishes. Examples of hard surfaces include healthcare surfaces such as medical or dental instruments, medical or dental devices, electronic devices used to monitor patient health, and the surfaces of floors, walls, or fixtures of structures where healthcare is performed, as well as food processing surfaces such as the surfaces of tools, machines, equipment, and structures used as part of food processing, preparation, or storage activities. In the context of the present invention, the term “utensils” refers to articles such as eating and cooking utensils, dishes, and other hard surfaces such as showers, sinks, toilets, bathtubs, countertops, windows, mirrors, and floors.

[0492] Preferably, detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products can be used to clean, wash, or pre-soak medical or dental devices, instruments, or equipment, including any of the various medical or dental instruments or devices that can benefit from cleaning with an enzymatic cleaning composition. Exemplary medical and dental instruments and devices include instruments, devices, tools, instruments, apparatus, and equipment used in medical or dental settings, including those that can be sterilized at low temperatures, immersed, 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.

[0493] Preferred examples of detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products include heavy detergents, color care detergents, light detergents, all-purpose cleaners, fabric softeners, fabric laundry fragrances, fragrance lotions, laundry wipes, stain removers (press-potter, disappearing type), washing machine cleaners, all-purpose cleaners, dishwashing detergents, automatic dishwashing detergents, hard surface cleaners, glass and mirror cleaners, wet cleaning wipes, kitchen cleaners, cookware cleaners, oven cleaners, floor cleaners, wooden floor cleaners, carpet cleaners, bathroom and shower cleaners, toilet cleaners, grout cleaners, disinfectants, drain blockers, toilet rim block gels, air fresheners, furniture polishes, car shampoos, medical cleaning products, and the like.

[0494] In a preferred variation, the detergent and / or cleaning composition is a stain remover (press potter, disappearing type).

[0495] The aforementioned detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products refer to detergents and / or cleaning compositions in liquid, solid, tablet, encapsulated, diluted, or concentrated form, and optionally in two-compartment or multi-compartment form.

[0496] Accordingly, based on the beneficial properties of the compositions disclosed herein, the present invention further relates to detergents and / or cleaning products comprising detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention.

[0497] The aforementioned products preferably refer to detergent and / or cleaning compositions in the form of liquid, solid, gel, stick, paste, spray, tablet, encapsulated, diluted, or concentrated forms, and optionally in two-compartment or multi-compartment forms.

[0498] As used herein, liquids include free-flowing liquids, as well as pastes, gels, foams, and mousses. Non-limiting examples of liquids include light and heavy liquid detergents and / or cleaning compositions, fabric strengtheners, detergent gels commonly used in laundry, bleaches, and laundry additives. Gases, such as suspended bubbles, or solids, such as particles, may be contained within the liquids.

[0499] Solids used herein include powders, flakes, granules, pellets, tablets, microcapsules, beads, noodles, pearlescent balls, lozenges, packs, briquettes, bricks, blocks, or other solid forms known to those skilled in the art.

[0500] Solid detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products may be provided as compressed solid blocks, molded solid blocks, extruded pellets or blocks, or tablets. Furthermore, solid detergent compositions or products may be provided in unit dose form. A unit dose refers to a solid detergent and / or cleaning composition unit of a size such that the entire unit is used in a single cleaning cycle.

[0501] Solid detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products may also be provided in the form of multi-use (e.g., multi-use) solids such as blocks or multiple pellets, which can be repeatedly used to produce aqueous use solutions of the detergent composition for multiple cycles or a predetermined number of dispensing cycles. Multi-use solid detergent compositions can be repeatedly used to produce aqueous detergent compositions, e.g., use solutions, for multiple cleaning cycles. Pressed solid detergent blocks are preferably prepared to provide stability such that the reactive components in the composition do not react with each other until the time of dilution and / or use. In some embodiments, the order in which the components are introduced to form a solid is not limited, as there is and / or no water introduced into the solid composition. However, in some embodiments, the pressed solid detergent block is prepared by using a binding system to minimize any damage to the coated granules that may be employed. Essentially, the pressing process for preparing a pressed solid detergent block produces a pressed solid detergent block and prevents the components from reacting or mixing. In embodiments of this disclosure, the solid detergent composition remains unreacted or unmixed until the time of use, e.g., dilution.

[0502] In a compressed solids process, fluid solids, such as granular solids containing a binder or other particulate solids, are combined under pressure. In a compressed solids process, the fluid solids of the composition are placed in a mold (e.g., a mold or container). This method may include gently compressing the fluid solids in the mold to produce a solid cleaning composition.

[0503] Detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products may be provided in a concentrated form and diluted in a solution of use, or provided in a solution of use. Preferably, the composition of use 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.

[0504] The detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products according to the present invention are used for household cleaning, medical cleaning, industrial cleaning such as cleaning schools, airports, and hospitals, or for industrial cleaning.

[0505] Detergents and / or cleaning compositions or products according to the present invention can be prepared by combining and mixing various components according to common and known methods. Preferably, enzymes are added last to prevent denaturation or inactivation of the enzymes. Mixing can be carried out by any suitable automatic or manual method. For example, automatic or manual stirring can be performed. Detergents and / or cleaning agents, such as detergent compositions, can be prepared in batch or continuous processes.

[0506] Based on the aforementioned advantageous effects, the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to the present invention, comprising a combination of at least one fragrance substance and an aroma-enhancing composition based on a mixture of at least one alkanediol and glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin, is particularly efficient in washing and cleaning processes for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of the detergent and / or cleaning composition, and / or for enhancing the olfactory properties of the fragrance substances contained therein, and / or for enhancing the adhesion of the fragrance substances contained therein, and / or for odor reduction and / or odor coating and / or odor prevention.

[0507] Therefore, in a further embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for processing a substrate, - A step of treating a substrate with a detergent and / or cleaning composition or product according to the present invention, The present invention relates to a method comprising the step of optionally rinsing the substrate in water to remove the composition or product.

[0508] Preferably, the substrate is treated in a cleaning device or container containing a cleaning solution comprising water and a detergent and / or cleaning composition or product according to the present invention. The cleaning solution may be applied to the substrate, or the substrate may be immersed in the cleaning solution.

[0509] Alternatively, this method may include directly applying a detergent and / or cleaning composition or product, i.e., an undissolved one without water, to part or all of the substrate in order to directly treat the substrate. Such a process is preferably a pretreatment, which may be followed by treatment with a cleaning solution or treatment in a cleaning solution.

[0510] Surprisingly, the detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention have been found to be suitable for a wide range of fabrics or textile products made from cotton, wool, silk, and synthetic fibers such as polyester, polyacrylic, and viscose, and to provide a strong, long-lasting fragrance.

[0511] Preferably, this method is applied at low temperatures. Preferably, the processing temperature is below 50°C, more preferably below 40°C, and more preferably below 30°C.

[0512] Surprisingly, the method according to the present invention was found to be particularly efficient at such low temperatures.

[0513] Therefore, this method enables the removal of dirt and / or stains within a low-temperature range, particularly for temperature-sensitive fabrics or textile products such as silk, wool, polyester, polyacrylic, and viscose.

[0514] The use of the detergent and / or cleaning composition or product according to the present invention in the method according to the present invention provides improved cleaning performance.

[0515] Based on the advantageous effects, in further embodiments, the present invention includes (c) a mixture comprising or consisting of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, (c I ) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 as defined herein and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The use of a mixture comprising at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures thereof, This invention relates to the use of detergents and / or cleaning compositions to enhance their cleaning efficiency, / or to enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, / or to enhance the adhesion of fragrance substances, / or to reduce malodors, and / or to coat and / or prevent malodors.

[0516] Based on the advantageous effects, in a further preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a mixture (c) which is (c I ) At least one (fragrance) enhancer selected from the group consisting of 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 as defined herein and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The use of a mixture comprising, or consisting of, at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further enhancers, This invention relates to the use of detergents and / or cleaning compositions to enhance their cleaning efficiency, / or to enhance the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, / or to enhance the adhesion of fragrance substances, / or to reduce malodors, and / or to coat and / or prevent malodors.

[0517] Preferably, the alkanediol has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms.

[0518] With regard to aromatic substances / fragrant substances and preferred variations thereof, refer to the previous description of aromatic substances related to detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention, which is equally effective in connection with the use of at least one (fragrance) enhancing composition (c) for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of aromatic substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of aromatic substances, and / or for odor reduction, and / or odor coating.

[0519] The enhancing effect allows for a reduction in the total amount of other additives in the detergent and / or cleaning composition, thereby largely eliminating, or at least reducing, the use of additional additives such as fragrances and fixatives, while providing an efficient detergent and / or cleaning composition that offers excellent cleaning and olfactory performance.

[0520] Remarkably, the use of an effective amount of a mixture (c) of alkanediols such as 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or the addition of a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or at least one alkanediol specified herein as an enhancer, in combination with a further enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as defined herein, to detergents and / or cleaning compositions preferably has a synergistic effect on cleaning performance, efficiently enhances the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, such as their intensity, and / or improves the adhesion of fragrance substances contained in the composition. At the same time, these substances enable efficient odor reduction and / or odor coating, or even prevention of odor formation. This excellent effect is based on the synergistic combination of fragrance substances and fragrance-enhancing compositions. The improvements also provide a fresh, clean, and hygienic scent impression that emphasizes the efficient cleaning performance of the compositions disclosed herein, while enabling a reduction in fragrance compounds and their auxiliary agents in the detergents and / or cleaning compositions.

[0521] Therefore, the present invention further provides, for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or reducing malodors, and / or covering malodors and / or preventing malodors, at least one surfactant as component (a), at least one fragrance substance as component (b), and (c I ) A mixture of at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms as defined herein and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or (c IV The present invention relates to the use of a composition comprising at least one aroma-enhancing mixture (c) comprising a mixture of at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of ethylhexylglycerin, and optionally at least one antimicrobial compound as component (d).

[0522] Preferably, the alkanediol used as at least one (fragrance) enhancer has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms.

[0523] Preferably, the composition is used for cleaning textile products, laundry, fabric care, dishwashing, household, institutional, and industrial hard surface cleaning, and cleaning medical and dental instruments.

[0524] Finally, based on the advantageous effects, the present invention also relates to a method for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or reducing and / or covering odors and / or preventing odors, (i) A step of providing a detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising at least one surfactant and at least one fragrance substance, (ii) a mixture of effective amounts of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol (c), or 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, (c I ) At least one enhancer selected from the group comprising 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 as defined herein and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The present invention relates to a method comprising the step of adding to a mixture containing at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures thereof.

[0525] Finally, based on the advantageous effects, the present invention also relates to a method for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or reducing and / or covering odors and / or preventing odors, (i) A step of providing a detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising at least one surfactant and at least one fragrance substance, (ii) an effective amount of mixture (c), (c I) At least one enhancer selected from the group comprising 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 as defined herein and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one enhancer, (c II ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c III )4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c IV ) Ethylhexylglycerin, and The present invention provides a method comprising the step of adding to it at least one enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures thereof of these further enhancers, or a mixture consisting thereof.

[0526] With regard to aromatic substances / fragrant substances and preferred variations thereof, refer to the previous description of aromatic substances related to detergents and / or cleaning compositions according to the present invention, which is equally effective in connection with the use of at least one fragrance-enhancing composition (or mixture) (c) for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of the aromatic substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of the aromatic substances, and / or for odor reduction, and / or odor coating and / or odor prevention.

[0527] Preferably, the alkanediol used as at least one (fragrance) enhancer has a carbon chain of 7 to 14 carbon atoms, more preferably 7 to 12 carbon atoms, even more preferably 7 to 10 carbon atoms, and most preferably 7 to 9 carbon atoms.

[0528] Surprisingly, the addition of a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol or 2,3-heptanediol, or a mixture of 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol or other alkanediols specified herein, in combination with an effective amount of an enhancer selected from the group consisting of glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin as defined herein, to detergents and / or cleaning compositions has been found to have a favorable effect in that it synergistically enhances the aromatic properties of the fragrance substances or mixtures of fragrance substances (fragrance oils) contained therein. The fragrances in these detergents and / or cleaning compositions exhibit remarkable intensity and adhesion compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions that do not contain such fragrance-enhancing compositions. In addition, the synergistic combination of the (fragrance) enhancer and the fragrance substances or mixtures of fragrance substances is for improved odor reduction and / or odor coating of detergents and / or cleaning compositions compared to detergents and / or cleaning compositions that do not contain the mixture of (fragrance) enhancers of the present invention.

[0529] Conversely, due to the enhancing effect, the amount of fragrance or other components used to increase / improve the fragrance impression in these detergents and / or cleaning compositions can be reduced to achieve a similar fragrance effect.

[0530] The present invention is described in detail herein by reference to the following examples, which are merely illustrative of the present invention and are not limited to the following examples. [Examples]

[0531] Example 1: The following tests are conducted to demonstrate the enhancing effects of the enhancers specified herein in relation to improving cleaning performance and fragrance intensity, and enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances to the corresponding substrates, in commercially available liquid detergents and / or cleaning compositions.

[0532] In parallel, comparative tests are performed under the same conditions for the corresponding compositions, but for compositions that do not contain the mixture of the first enhancing component and the further (second) enhancing component of the present invention as specified herein.

[0533] Laundry detergent The cleaning performance of laundry detergents is analyzed according to the standard AISE (International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products) laundry detergent testing guidelines.

[0534] The cleaning performance test consists of evaluating the stain removal efficiency of the test laundry detergent against 14 different stains.

[0535] Test conditions: Washing machine, Miele European household front loader Water hardness: 2.5 mmol / l Water temperature: 40℃ Washing cycle: 6 cycles (heavy detergent: cotton cycle, Lightweight detergent (for delicate cycles). Ballast load: 3kg, Clean White ballast load Ballast stains: 4 SBL 2004 sheets (100% cotton, approximately 8g of stains / sample) Dosage: Recommended dosage for normal soiling / medium hardness. Drying: Hang to dry overnight. Stain set: Tea, chocolate, coffee, grass, red wine, grass / mud, fruit juice, blood, tomato puree, unused engine oil, salad dressing balsamic, cooked beef fat, French-style tube mustard, and cosmetics.

[0536] Measurement / evaluation is performed on each stain before and after cleaning (to verify the quality of the stain).

[0537] The evaluation of the degree of stain removal is as follows: (A) Visually through experts, (B) The stain removal index (SRI) can be evaluated by either using a spectrophotometer or a digital image analysis system to determine the whiteness W.

[0538] Sensory evaluation is used to determine aroma intensity and odor reduction. This sensory evaluation was conducted by trained experts.

[0539] It is possible to measure the degree of stain removal, and therefore the cleaning performance, based on spectroscopic determination or visual determination by experts.

[0540] The results are statistically processed using Tukey's HSD (honestly significant difference) test with a 95% confidence level. The HSD value highlights significant differences between the products of each pair.

[0541] Sensory evaluation The degree of odor reduction or odor masking and / or fragrance intensity and / or fragrance adhesion was subsequently tested and evaluated by trained experts in established settings.

[0542] For the evaluation of odor coverage / reduction, a specified amount of the composition was applied to filter paper along with a specified amount of sweat odor. Alternatively, textile product samples were treated with sweat odor and then washed with detergent and / or cleaning composition.

[0543] Fragrance intensity and adherence were evaluated on a scale ranging from 1 (odorless) to 6 (very strong), or alternatively, on a scale of 1 to 10 in blinded evaluations. Alternatively, for odor evaluation, panelists were asked to rate individual samples on a scale of 0 to 10 (0: odorless, 10: strongest imaginable). Cleaning performance was visually determined by experts on a scale of 1 (no cleaning) to 10 (complete removal).

[0544] The results demonstrate that compositions comprising a surfactant, an aromatic substance, an effective amount of 1,2-heptanediol and / or 2,3-heptanediol, or an alkanediol specified herein, and an enhanced mixture with glyceryl caprylate, 4-hydroxyacetophenone, and / or ethylhexylglycerin are particularly useful for odor reduction and / or odor coating based on a synergistic odor reduction / coating effect.

[0545] Simultaneously, the aromatic intensity of the fragrance components is synergistically enhanced. Furthermore, combi...

Claims

1. Detergents and / or cleaning compositions, (a) at least one surfactant, (b) at least one aroma substance and (c) A mixture, (c Ｉ ) At least one enhancer selected from the group comprising 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 carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and at least one further enhancer, (c ＩＩ ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c ＩＩＩ ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c ＩＶ Ethylhexylglycerin, and A further enhancer comprising, or comprising, at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further enhancers, (d) A detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising, optionally, at least one antimicrobial compound.

2. The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to claim 1, wherein the at least one surfactant is selected from the group consisting of nonionic surfactants, anionic surfactants, amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, and any mixture thereof, and preferably contains the at least one surfactant in an amount of 0.001% to 90% by weight, preferably 0.001% to 60% by weight, more preferably 0.01% to 50% by weight, and most preferably 0.1% to 40% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

3. - The anionic surfactant is C10-C18 alkylbenzene sulfonates, C10-C18 alkyl sulfates, - C10-C18 alkyl sulfates ethoxylated with 1-3 moles of ethylene oxide, C10-C18α-olefin sulfonates, - C8-C18 alkylcarboxylates ethoxylated with 1-10 moles of ethylene oxide, and selected from the group consisting of any mixture thereof, - The cationic surfactant is • Quaternary C8-C18 alkylethanolamines, • Quaternary C8-C18 alkylammonium compounds, C8-C18 alkylammonium methosulfate, and selected from the group consisting of any mixture thereof, - The aforementioned nonionic surfactant, - C6-C18 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1-12 moles of ethylene oxide, ・Alkoxylated C6-C18 fatty alcohols, for example, C6-C18 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with 1-25 moles of ethylene oxide, C6-C18 fatty alcohols propoxylated with 1-15 moles of propylene oxide, C6-C18 fatty alcohols butoxylated with 1-10 moles of butylene oxide, and their combinations, • C6-C18 sophorolipids, C6-C18 rhamnolipids, C5-C18 alkyl polyglycosides, C6-C18 alkanolamides, C6-C18 fatty acid ester alkoxylates, And selected from the group consisting of any mixture thereof, - The aforementioned amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactant, C10-C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-dimethylamine oxide, C10-C18 N-(alkyl)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide, C10-C18 alkylamidopropyldimethylamine oxide, C10-C18 alkylbetaines, C10-C18 alkylamide betaine, C10-C18 sulfobetaine, and selected from the group consisting of any mixture thereof, The cleaning agent and / or cleaning composition according to claim 1 or 2, which is any mixture of the cationic, anionic, nonionic, and amphoteric / zwitterionic surfactants specified above.

4. The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the at least one fragrance substance is selected from the group consisting of esters, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, alcohols, and hydrocarbons, or any mixture thereof, and preferably contains the at least one fragrance substance in an amount of 0.00001% to 10% by weight, preferably 0.0001% to 5% by weight, and most preferably 0.001% to 2% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

5. The at least one linear alkanediol or the at least one 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 2,3-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof. and / or The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the one or more second linear alkanediols are 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 mixture thereof.

6. 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, 1,2-dodecanediol, 1,2-tridecanediol, 1,2-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof. or 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, 2,3-dodecanediol, 2,3-tridecanediol, 2,3-tetradecanediol, and any mixture thereof. or The mixture comprising at least one first linear alkanediol and one or more second linear alkanediols is A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-pentanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-hexanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-octanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-nonanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-decanediol and 2,3-decanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-undecanediol and 2,3-undecanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-dodecanediol and 2,3-dodecanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-tridecanediol and 2,3-tridecanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-tetradecanediol and 2,3-tetradecanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-hexanediol and 2,3-octanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-hexanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-octanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-hexanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-heptanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-octanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 1,2-nonanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-pentanediol and 2,3-nonanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-octanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-octanediol, A mixture containing 1,2-heptanediol and 1,2-nonanediol, and A detergent and / or cleaning composition according to claim 5, selected from the group consisting of a mixture comprising 1,2-heptanediol and 2,3-nonanediol.

7. The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 6, 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 alkanediol in a ratio of 50:50 to 99.9:0.1, preferably in a ratio of 75:25 to 99:1, more preferably in a ratio of 80:20 to 98:2, and even more preferably in a ratio of 90:10 to 95:

5.

8. The detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the at least one antimicrobial compound is selected from the group consisting of benzyl alcohol, methylbenzyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, and any mixture thereof, and preferably contains the at least one antimicrobial compound in an amount of 0.0001% to 15.0% by weight, more specifically in an amount of 0.001% to 10.0% by weight, and most specifically in an amount of 0.001% to 5.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

9. A detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 8, further comprising at least one enzyme, preferably the at least one enzyme being selected from the group consisting of protease, lipase, amylase, cellulase, cutinase, gluconase, peroxidase, pectinase, mannanase, esterase, hemicellulase, xylanase, phospholipase, pectinate lyase, keratinase, reductase, nuclease (including DNase and / or RNase), phenol oxidase, lipoxygenase, ligninase, pullulanase, tannase, pentosanase, maranase, β-glucanase, arabinosidase, hyaluronidase, chondroitinase, oxidoreductase, and any mixture thereof, and optionally further comprising at least one enzyme stabilizer.

10. Based on the total weight of the composition, at least one enhancer (c) is added in an amount of 0.001% to 15.0% by weight, preferably 0.01% to 10.0% by weight, more preferably 0.1% to 5.0% by weight, even more preferably 0.3% to 3.0% by weight, and most preferably 0.5% to 1.0% by weight. Ｉ ), and (c ＩＩ ), (c ＩＩＩ ), (c ＩＶ A detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 9, comprising a mixture of at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of ), and any mixture of these further enhancers.

11. Antistatic agents, wrinkle inhibitors, antibacterial agents, color transfer inhibitors / color protectors, dye scavengers, dyes / colorants, graying inhibitors, odor removers / odor scavengers, stain shielding / stain release agents, re-adhesion inhibitors, UV protectants, disinfectants, sterilizers, water repellents, insect repellents, anti-pilling agents, acidulants, mold removers, allergy inhibitors, solubility modifiers, rheology modifiers / viscosity modifiers or thickeners, dispersants, water softeners, buffers, solvents, defoamers / foaming inhibitors / anti-foaming agents, foam stabilizers, fabric softeners A detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 10, further comprising at least one active substance and / or additive selected from the group consisting of starch agents, bleaching agents, bleaching activators, bleaching catalysts and bleaching stabilizers, bleaching scavengers, optical glossing agents and ultraviolet absorbers, chelating agents / metal ion sequestering agents, builders, co-builders, pH adjusters, stabilizers, hydrotropes, preservatives, fire retardants, shrinkage control agents, salts, and any mixtures thereof.

12. Use of the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 11, preferably as a detergent and / or cleaning product, or for the preparation thereof, for cleaning textile products, laundry, fabric care, dishwashing, household, institutional, and industrial hard surface cleaning, and cleaning medical and dental instruments.

13. A mixture (c), (c Ｉ ) at least one linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms, or at least one first linear alkanediol having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms defined in any one of claims 1, 5 to 7 and one or more second linear alkanediols having a carbon chain of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, selected from the group consisting of a mixture comprising At least one further enhancer, (c ＩＩ ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c ＩＩＩ ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c ＩＶ Ethylhexylglycerin, and The use of a mixture comprising, or comprising, at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixture of these further enhancers, Use for the purpose of enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances, and / or reducing malodors, and / or covering malodors, and / or preventing malodors.

14. Preferably, the detergent and / or cleaning product comprises the detergent and / or cleaning composition according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the detergent and / or cleaning product comprises heavy detergents, color care detergents, light detergents, all-purpose cleaners, fabric softeners, fabric laundry fragrances, fragrance lotions, laundry wipes, stain removers, washing machine cleaners, home care products, all-purpose cleaners, dishwashing detergents, automatic dishwashing detergents, hard surface cleaners, glass and mirror cleaners, wet cleaning wipes, kitchen cleaners, cookware cleaners, oven cleaners, floor cleaners, wood floor cleaners, carpet cleaners, bathroom and shower cleaners, toilet cleaners, grout cleaners, disinfectants, drain blockers, toilet rim block gels, air fresheners, furniture polishes, car shampoos, medical cleaning products, all of the aforementioned products in liquid, solid, gel, bar, paste, spray, tablet, encapsulated, diluted, or concentrated forms, and optionally in two-compartment or multi-compartment forms, and all of the aforementioned products for household, medical, institutional, or industrial use.

15. A method for enhancing the cleaning efficiency of detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the olfactory properties of fragrance substances contained in detergents and / or cleaning compositions, and / or enhancing the adhesion of fragrance substances and / or odor reduction and / or odor coating, and / or for odor prevention, (i) Providing a detergent and / or cleaning composition comprising at least one surfactant and at least one fragrance substance, (ii) an effective amount of mixture (c), (c Ｉ ) at least one enhancer selected from the group comprising 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 as defined in any one of claims 1, 5 to 7 and one or more second linear alkanediols having carbon chains of 5 to 14 carbon atoms different from the first linear alkanediol, and At least one further enhancer, (c ＩＩ ) Glyceryl caprylate, (c ＩＩＩ ) 4-hydroxyacetophenone, (c ＩＶ Ethylhexylglycerin, and A method comprising the step of adding at least one further enhancer selected from the group consisting of any mixtures of these further enhancers, or a mixture consisting of them.

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