Cleansing formulation containing alkoxylated nonanol

Abstract

The present invention relates to a cleaning formulation containing alkoxylated nonanol as a nonionic surfactant. In particular, the alkoxylated nonanol has a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, especially 3 to 14.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to cleaning formulations containing alkoxylated nonanol, particularly laundry detergent formulations and hard surface detergent formulations. The present invention also relates to the use of alkoxylated nonanol in cleaning formulations and to methods for producing cleaning formulations using alkoxylated nonanol. [Background technology]

[0002] Nonionic surfactants are widely used in various fields, such as household and personal care products, due to their advantages such as resistance to hard water, good oil removal ability, and miscibility with other surfactants. A large group of nonionic surfactants that have been developed over decades are alkoxylated aliphatic alcohols, which consist of a hydrophobic group derived from an alcohol such as fatty alcohol, Guerbet alcohol, or oxo alcohol, and a hydrophilic chain or segment derived from an alkylene oxide such as ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, and / or butylene oxide. Alkoxylated aliphatic alcohols have excellent penetration, emulsifying, foaming, and cleaning power, and are environmentally friendly due to their low toxicity risk and high biodegradability.

[0003] Despite the widespread use of alkoxylated aliphatic alcohols, research on this type of nonionic surfactant generally focuses on alkoxylated long-chain alcohols, such as C13. 12 ~C 18 Alternatively, the focus has been on higher alcohols. Few researchers and manufacturers have focused on alkoxylated alcohols with fewer carbon atoms, especially those with branched chains, but several products are already commercially available, for example, C 10 - Alkyl polyethylene glycol ethers based on Guerbet alcohols and ethylene oxide are manufactured and sold by BASF as LUTENSOL® XP.

[0004] When alkoxylated aliphatic alcohols are used in cleaning products, their wetting properties, foaming properties, cleaning power, and other characteristics vary considerably depending on the type of alcohol and the type and amount of alkylene oxide adduct.

[0005] There is a need to find more alkoxylated aliphatic alcohol nonionic surfactants that can provide cleaning formulations with desired overall properties, such as formulation stability and viscosity, foaming power and foam stability, and cleaning power. [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0006] The objective of the present invention is to find an alkoxylated aliphatic alcohol nonionic surfactant useful in cleaning formulations that can exhibit overall performance in terms of foaming behavior, viscosity, stability, and cleaning power of cleaning formulations. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The inventors have found that this objective can be achieved by alkoxylated nonanol having a specific range of alkoxylation degrees. In particular, the inventors have found that this objective can be achieved by alkoxylated isononanol having a specific range of alkoxylation degrees. More specifically, the inventors have found that this objective can be achieved by alkoxylated isononanol obtained by alkoxylyzing a mixture of isomer nonanols having a specific range of branching degrees.

[0008] Accordingly, in a first aspect, the present invention relates to a cleaning formulation comprising alkoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, and even more specifically in the range of 7 to 9. In particular, the present invention relates to a cleaning formulation comprising alkoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, and even more specifically in the range of 7 to 9.

[0009] In particular, the present invention relates to a cleaning formulation comprising ethoxylated nonanol having a degree of ethoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9. In particular, the present invention relates to a cleaning formulation comprising ethoxylated isononanol having a degree of ethoxylation in the range of 3 to 14, particularly in the range of 5 to 10, more particularly in the range of 7 to 9.

[0010] More particularly, the present invention relates to cleaning formulations for personal care or home care, such as laundry detergent formulations and hard surface detergent formulations, comprising the alkoxylated isononanol described herein.

[0011] In a second aspect, the present invention relates to the use of alkoxylated nonanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9, in a cleaning formulation. In particular, the present invention relates to the use of alkoxylated isononanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9, in a cleaning formulation.

[0012] In particular, the present invention relates to the use of ethoxylated isononanol having a degree of ethoxylation in the range of 3 to 10, particularly in the range of 5 to 10, more particularly in the range of 7 to 9, in a cleaning formulation.

[0013] In a third aspect, the present invention relates to a process for producing a cleaning formulation, which comprises using alkoxylated nonanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9. In particular, the present invention relates to a process for producing a cleaning formulation, which comprises using alkoxylated isononanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9.

[0014] In particular, the present invention relates to a process for producing a cleaning formulation, which comprises using ethoxylated isononanol having a degree of ethoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more specifically in the range of 5 to 10, and still more specifically in the range of 7 to 9. MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0015] The singular forms "a", "an" and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Terms such as "comprise", "comprising" are used interchangeably with "contain", "containing" and the like, and should be interpreted in a non-limiting open-ended manner. That is, for example, additional components or elements may be present. "Consists of", "consisting of" and expressions of the same kind may be encompassed by expressions of the same kind of "comprises" or "comprising". Terms such as "include", "including" should be interpreted in a non-limiting open-ended manner.

[0016] As used herein, the term "isononanol" is intended to mean an isomer mixture of C9 oxo alcohols commercially produced generally by hydroformylation of a C8 olefin mixture.

[0017] As used herein, "degree of branching" means the sum of the product obtained by multiplying the number of branches of each alkyl alcohol (nonanol) in a mixture of isomeric alkyl alcohols (isononanol) by the proportion thereof. For example, the degree of branching of 1-nonanol is 1, the degree of branching of 2-ethyl-2-methyl-1-hexanol is 2, and the degree of branching of 2,3,4-trimethyl-1-hexanol is 3. The degree of branching of isomeric nonanols is the sum of all values obtained by multiplying the number of branches by the proportion of the respective nonanol.

[0018] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a cleaning formulation comprising alkoxylated nonanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol is preferably alkoxylated isononanol.

[0019] <Alkoxylated Nonanol> The alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention is of formula: RO-(AO) n -H (I) (In the formula, R is a linear or branched C9-alkyl group, particularly a C9-alkyl group derived from isononanol. AO is an alkylene oxy, such as ethylene oxy, propylene oxy, butylene oxy, or a combination thereof, and n is a number in the range of 2 to 20. It can be represented by:

[0020] Preferably, alkoxylated nonanol is obtained by alkoxylyzing a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0021] In some embodiments, the alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention has formula (I), where AO is ethyleneoxy, propyleneoxy, or a combination thereof, preferably ethyleneoxy.

[0022] Polymer segments derived from alkylene oxides of alkoxylated nonanols, for example, in formula (1) "-(AO) n A polymer segment represented by "-" may have a block polymer structure or a random polymer structure if the segment is derived from two or more different alkylene oxides, such as ethylene oxide and propylene oxide.

[0023] Equation (I) -(AO) nIt will be understood that "-" is intended solely to represent a polymer segment having a total of "n" alkylene oxy units and is not intended to impose any limitations on its polymer structure. If the segment is derived from two or more different alkylene oxides, such as ethylene oxide and propylene oxide, the exponent "n" in "-(AO)n-" represents the total number of ethylene oxy units and propylene oxy units, regardless of their arrangement within the segment.

[0024] It will also be understood that alkoxylated nonanols can be mixtures of alkoxylated compounds with respect to their degree of alkoxylation. In this case, the exponent n in formula (I) can be a decimal.

[0025] In some preferred embodiments, the alkoxylated nonanol is a mixture of isononanol alkoxylated compounds, taking into account the fact that isononanol is an isomer mixture. This alkoxylated nonanol can be a mixture of alkoxylated compounds with respect to the degree of alkoxylation. In this case, the exponent n in formula (I) can be a decimal.

[0026] Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention is a mixture of isononanol alkoxylated products having the same degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20.

[0027] In some embodiments, the alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention is a mixture of isononanol ethoxylated compounds having the same degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20.

[0028] The alkoxylated nonanols according to the present invention as described herein preferably have a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, and even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9. The alkoxylated nonanols according to the present invention as described herein preferably have a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 3 to 14, more particularly in the range of 5 to 10, and even more particularly in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9.

[0029] In particular, the alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention as described herein preferably has a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 5 to 10, more preferably in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9. In particular, the alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention as described herein preferably has a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 5 to 10, more preferably in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9, and is ethoxylated isononanol.

[0030] Alkoxylated nonanols can be prepared by adding alkylene oxides, such as ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, or mixtures thereof, to nonanol in the presence of an alkali metal catalyst such as potassium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide in the conventional manner. In particular, alkoxylated isononanols can be prepared by adding alkylene oxides, such as ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, or mixtures thereof, to isononanol by conventional methods in the presence of an alkali catalyst such as potassium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide.

[0031] In some preferred embodiments, the nonanol for preparing the alkoxylated nonanol is isononal. Suitable isononal (i.e., a mixture of isomers of C9 oxo alcohols) for preparing the alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention may be, for example, commercially available from BASF. Isonononal prepared via the hydroformylation pathway by known methods may also be used for the preparation of the alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention.

[0032] Generally, methods for preparing isononanol involve two or more steps and start with butene. In the first step, a mixture of isomers of octene is obtained by dimerizing butene. This octene mixture is then hydroformylated to obtain a C9 aldehyde, which is then hydrogenated to obtain a mixture of nonanol isomers, often referred to as isononanol. Details of preferred methods regarding hydrocarbon feedstocks as raw materials for butene, catalysts, process conditions, etc., are described in numerous patent applications, for example, German Patent Application Publication No. 19924339A1, International Publication No. 01 / 48049A1, or U.S. Patent No. 9090553B2.

[0033] In some preferred embodiments, an isononanol suitable for the preparation of alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention may have the following composition, with the sum of the components being 100% by weight, as described in U.S. Patent No. 9090553B2: • 6.0 to 16.0% by weight, preferably 7.0 to 15.0% by weight, particularly preferably 8.0 to 14.0% by weight of n-nonanol, 12.8-28.8% by weight, preferably 14.8-26.8% by weight, particularly preferably 15.8-25.8% by weight of 6-methyloctanol, • 12.5-28.8% by weight, preferably 14.5-26.5% by weight, particularly preferably 15.5-25.5% by weight of 4-methyloctanol, 3.3 to 7.3% by weight, preferably 3.8 to 6.8% by weight, and particularly preferably 4.3 to 6.3% by weight of 2-methyloctanol. 5.7 to 11.7% by weight, preferably 6.3 to 11.3% by weight, and especially preferably 6.7 to 10.7% by weight of 3-ethylheptanol. 1.9-3.9% by weight, preferably 2.1-3.7% by weight, particularly preferably 2.4-3.4% by weight of 2-ethylheptanol, • 1.7-3.7% by weight, preferably 1.9-3.5% by weight, particularly preferably 2.2-3.2% by weight of 2-propylhexanol, • 3.2 to 9.2% by weight, preferably 3.7 to 8.7% by weight, particularly preferably 4.2 to 8.2% by weight of 3,5-dimethylheptanol, and 6.0 to 16.0% by weight, preferably 7.0 to 15.0% by weight, particularly preferably 8.0 to 14.0% by weight of 2,5-dimethylheptanol. 1.8 to 3.8% by weight, preferably 2.0 to 3.6% by weight, and especially preferably 2.3 to 3.3% by weight of 2,3-dimethylheptanol, • 0.6 to 2.6% by weight, preferably 0.8 to 2.4% by weight, and particularly preferably 1.1 to 2.1% by weight of 3-ethyl-4-methylhexanol, · 2.0 to 4.0% by weight, preferably 2.2 to 3.8% by weight, particularly preferably 2.5 to 3.5% by weight of 2-ethyl-4-methylhexanol, and • 0.5 to 6.5% by weight, preferably 1.5 to 6% by weight, and particularly preferably 1.5 to 5.5% by weight, of other alcohols having nine carbon atoms.

[0034] In some embodiments, an isononanol suitable for the preparation of alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention may have the following composition, with the total sum of the components being 100% by weight: • 7.0-15.0% by weight of n-nonanol, • 14.8-26.8% by weight of 6-methyloctanol • 14.5-26.5% by weight of 4-methyloctanol • 3.8-6.8% by weight of 2-methyloctanol, • 6.3-11.3% by weight of 3-ethylheptanol 2.1-3.7% by weight of 2-ethylheptanol, • 1.9-3.5% by weight of 2-propylhexanol, • 3.7-8.7% by weight of 3,5-dimethylheptanol, 7.0-15.0% by weight of 2,5-dimethylheptanol • 2.0-3.6% by weight of 2,3-dimethylheptanol • 0.8-2.4% by weight of 3-ethyl-4-methylhexanol, · 2.2-3.8% by weight of 2-ethyl-4-methylhexanol, and Preferably 1.5 to 6% by weight of another alcohol having 9 carbon atoms.

[0035] In some other embodiments, an isononanol suitable for the preparation of alkoxylated isononanol according to the present invention may have the following composition, with the total sum of the components being 100% by weight: • 8.0-14.0% by weight of n-nonanol, • 15.8-25.8% by weight of 6-methyloctanol • 15.5-25.5% by weight of 4-methyloctanol 4.3-6.3% by weight of 2-methyloctanol, • 6.7-10.7% by weight of 3-ethylheptanol, • 2.4-3.4% by weight of 2-ethylheptanol, • 2.2-3.2% by weight of 2-propylhexanol 4.2-8.2% by weight of 3,5-dimethylheptanol, 8.0-14.0% by weight of 2,5-dimethylheptanol, • 2.3-3.3% by weight of 2,3-dimethylheptanol • 1.1-2.1% by weight of 3-ethyl-4-methylhexanol • 2.5-3.5% by weight of 2-ethyl-4-methylhexanol, and • Other alcohols containing 9 carbon atoms, in a concentration of 1.5 to 5.5% by weight.

[0036] In some specific embodiments, the alkoxylated isononanols of the present invention are obtained by alkoxylyzing a mixture of isomer nonanols having a degree of branching in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably 1.1 to 1.4, and more preferably 1.1 to 1.3. The degree of branching represents the sum of the number of branches of each alkyl alcohol in the mixture of isomer alkyl alcohols multiplied by their ratio. For example, the degree of branching of nonanol-1 is 0, 2-ethyl-2-methylhexanol-1 is 2, and 2,3,4-trimethylhexanol-1 is 3. The number of branches of each nonanol is shown in the table below. Isomer nonanols commercially available from BASF have a degree of branching in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, for example, 1.1 to 1.4 or 1.1 to 1.3.

[0037] [Table 1]

[0038] According to any embodiment of the present invention, the alkoxylated isononanol used in the cleaning formulation according to the present invention is of formula: RO-(AO) n -H (I) (In the formula, R is a linear or branched C9-alkyl group, preferably R is a C9-alkyl group derived from isononanol. AO is ethylene oxy, and n is a number in the range of 2 to 20. This can be represented by , and this alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by ethoxylation of a mixture of isomer nonanols having a degree of branching in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0039] In a particular embodiment of the present invention, the alkoxylated isononanol used in the cleaning formulation according to the present invention is of formula: RO-(AO) n -H (I) (In the formula, R is a linear or branched C9-alkyl group, preferably R is a C9-alkyl group derived from isononanol. AO is ethylene oxy, and n is a number in the range of 2 to 20. It can be represented by, This alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by ethoxylation of a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4. The resulting ethoxylated isononanol has a degree of branching in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0040] <Cleaning compound> The types of cleaning formulations according to the present invention are not particularly limited and may be formulations designed to clean any contaminated material. Examples of cleaning formulations according to the present invention include, but are not limited to, laundry detergent formulations, such as liquid, powder, or single-use laundry detergent formulations for cleaning or softening textiles or fabrics, and hard surface detergent formulations for cleaning surfaces such as dishes, tiles, ceramics, carpets, glass, plastic surfaces, wood surfaces, metal surfaces, or lacquered surfaces.

[0041] In some embodiments, the present invention provides laundry detergent formulations, particularly liquid laundry detergent formulations including non-concentrated and concentrated types, powder laundry detergent formulations, and laundry detergent formulations in single-use doses, as well as hard surface detergent formulations, particularly dishwashing formulations, kitchen cleaning formulations, bathroom cleaning formulations, and toilet cleaning formulations.

[0042] Various types of cleaning formulations are known in the art. Any conventional formulation can be used to contain the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant according to the present invention. The alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant according to the present invention can be used in addition to or instead of conventional nonionic surfactants that are typically included in cleaning formulations.

[0043] The alkoxylated nonanol of the present invention can be used as a nonionic surfactant in any type of cleaning formulation. As described above, preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, and more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, more specifically in the range of 5 to 10, and even more specifically in the range of 7 to 9. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, and even more preferably in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9.

[0044] The alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant according to the present invention may be present in a cleaning formulation in an amount that varies from 0.5% to 40%, preferably 1% to 30%, based on the total weight of the formulation, depending on the type of cleaning formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyly saturating a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0045] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in a standard (i.e., unconcentrated) liquid laundry detergent formulation may be in the range of 0.5% to 10%, preferably 1% to 8%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, the alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0046] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in a concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation may be in the range of 1% to 40%, preferably 10% to 30%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, the alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0047] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in a single-use laundry detergent formulation may be in the range of 5% to 30%, preferably 10% to 20%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, the alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0048] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in the powder laundry detergent formulation may be in the range of 0.5% to 10%, preferably 1% to 5%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, the alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0049] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in the dishwashing formulation may be in the range of 0.5% to 15%, preferably 1% to 8%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, the alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0050] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in the kitchen cleaning formulation may be in the range of 0.1% to 10%, preferably in the range of 0.5% to 5%, and more preferably in the range of 0.5% to 2.5%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, and more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyly saturating a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0051] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in the bathroom cleaning formulation may be in the range of 0.1% to 10%, preferably in the range of 0.1% to 5%, and more preferably in the range of 0.5% to 2.5%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyly saturating a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0052] The amount of alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant in the toilet cleaning formulation may be in the range of 0.1% to 10%, preferably in the range of 0.1% to 5%, and more preferably in the range of 0.5% to 2.5%, based on the total weight of the formulation. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactant, as described above. More preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated nonanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, and more specifically in the range of 5 to 10. Even more preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactant is an ethoxylated isononanol having an alkoxylation degree in the range of 2 to 20, preferably in the range of 3 to 14, and more preferably in the range of 5 to 10, for example, 7, 8 and 9. Preferably, alkoxylated isononanol is obtained by alkoxyly saturating a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0053] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may further comprise additional surfactants, for example, anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, nonionic surfactants other than the alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention, amphoteric surfactants, zwitterionic surfactants, and any combination of these. The cleaning composition of the present invention may further, and preferably does, comprise from about 1% to about 70% by weight of the composition of a surfactant system.

[0054] Non-limiting examples of anionic surfactants include C9 to C 20 linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS), C 10 to C 20 primary, branched and random alkyl sulfates (AS), of formula CH3(CH2) x (CHOSO3 - M + )CH3 and CH3(CH2) y (CHOSO3 - M + )CH2CH3, wherein x and (y+1) are integers of at least about 7, and M is a water-solubilizing cation, C 10 to C 18 secondary (2,3) alkyl sulfates, unsaturated sulfates such as oleyl sulfate, C8 to C 18 alkyl alkoxy sulfates (AExS), wherein x is from 1 to 30, C containing 1 to 5 ethoxy units 10 to C 18 alkyl alkoxy carboxylates, internally branched alkyl sulfates described in U.S. Patent No. 6,020,303 and U.S. Patent No. 6,060,443, internally branched alkyl alkoxy sulfates described in U.S. Patent No. 6,008,181 and U.S. Patent No. 6,020,303, linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid (LABSA), modified alkylbenzene sulfonate (MLAS) described in International Publication WO 99 / 05243, International Publication WO 99 / 05242 and International Publication WO 99 / 05244, methyl ester sulfonate (MES) and α-olefin sulfonate (AOS).

[0055] Anionic surfactants are typically salts, such as alkali metal salts. These salts may be organic substances, such as salts of triethanolamine (TEA) or monoethanolamine (MEA). However, any of the anionic surfactants of this application may be included in the compositions of the present invention in acid form.

[0056] Anionic surfactants are particularly C9-C 20 Linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LAS), C8~C 18 Alkyl ethoxylate sulfate, C 12 ~C 18 These are alkyl sulfates and linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acids.

[0057] The cleaning composition may contain one or more anionic surfactants in an amount ranging from 1% to 50%, preferably 2% to 30%, more preferably 3% to 25%, and most preferably 5% to 25%, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0058] Other non-limiting examples of nonionic surfactants include C8-C 18 Alkyl ethoxylates, e.g., NEODOL® nonionic surfactant from Shell; ethylene oxide / propylene oxide block alkoxylates, e.g., PLURONIC® from BASF; C as described in U.S. Patent Nos. 6,153,577, 6,020,303 and 6,093,856. 14 ~C 22 Examples include internally branched alkyl alcohol chelates BAEx (wherein x is 1 to 30), alkyl polysaccharides as described in U.S. Patent No. 4,565,647, specifically alkyl polyglycosides as described in U.S. Patent Nos. 4,483,780 and 4,483,779, polyhydric fatty acid amides as described in U.S. Patent No. 5,332,528, and ether-terminated poly(oxyalkylated) alcohol surfactants as described in U.S. Patent No. 6,482,994 and International Publication No. 01 / 42408.

[0059] Nonionic surfactants may also be alkylphenol ethoxylates, alkyl glycosides, polyhydric fatty acid amides (glucamides), alkylamine oxides, fatty acid esters of polyethylene glycol, ethoxylated fatty acid amides, sorbitan ether esters, or mono- or dialkylalkanolamides.

[0060] The cleaning composition or the fabric care and home care composition may contain one or more other nonionic surfactants in an amount ranging from 0% to 30%, for example, from 0% to 20%, and particularly from 0% to 10%.

[0061] Non-limiting examples of cationic surfactants include quaternary ammonium compounds and ester quats, particularly quaternary fatty acid trialcanolamine ester salts. Examples of quaternary ammonium compounds, but not limited to them, include alkyltrimethylammonium chloride, dialkyldimethylammonium chloride, and trialkylmethylammonium chloride, such as cetyltrimethylammonium chloride, stearyltrimethylammonium chloride, distearyldimethylammonium chloride, lauryldimethylammonium chloride, lauryldimethylbenzylammonium chloride, and tricetylmethylammonium chloride, as well as imidazolium compounds known by the INCI names quaternium-27, quaternium-83, and quaternium-87. The alkyl chain of the above-mentioned surfactants preferably has 10 to 18 carbon atoms. Examples of ester quats, but not limited to them, include quaternary ester salts of fatty acids and triethanolamine, quaternary ester salts of fatty acids and diethanolalkylamine, and quaternary ester salts of fatty acids and 1,2-dihydroxypropyldialkylamine.

[0062] The cleaning composition may contain one or more cationic surfactants in an amount of 0% to 5% by weight, preferably 0.01% to 1% by weight, based on the total amount of the personal care composition.

[0063] Suitable amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactants include, for example, alkyl betaines, alkylamidopropyl betaines, alkyl sulfobetaines, alkyl glycine salts, alkyl carboxyglycine salts, alkyl amphoacetates or propionates, alkyl amphodiacetates or dipropionates. Examples of amphoteric surfactants, but not limited to, include cocodimethylsulfopropyl betaine, lauryl betaine, cocamidopropyl betaine, or sodium cocoamphodipropionate.

[0064] The personal care composition may contain one or more amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactants in an amount of 0.1% to 20% by weight, preferably 3% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the personal care composition.

[0065] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention further comprises auxiliary additives (also abbreviated as "auxiliaries" herein), which are preferably added to the surfactants described above herein.

[0066] Suitable auxiliary agents include builders, fatty acids and / or salts thereof, structuring agents, thickeners and rheology modifiers, clay / stain removers / re-soiling inhibitors, polymer soil release agents, polymer dispersants such as polymer dispersants, polymer oil and fat cleaning agents, solubilizers, amphoteric copolymers, chelating agents, enzymes, enzyme stabilizers, encapsulated beneficial agents such as encapsulated fragrances, bleaching compounds, bleaching agents, bleaching activators, bleaching catalysts, catalytic materials, fluorescent whitening agents, odor suppressants, pigments, dyes, opacifiers, pearlescent agents, color correctors, color transfer inhibitors, fabric softeners, carriers, foaming accelerators, anti-foaming agents (defoamers), colored particles, silverware care agents, anti-tarnish and / or corrosion inhibitors, alkalizing agents, pH adjusters, pH buffers, hydrotropes, scrub particles, antibacterial and antimicrobial agents, preservatives, antioxidants, softeners, descaling acids, fillers, solvents, processing aids, fragrance precursors, and fragrances.

[0067] The builders used in connection with the present invention shall not be distinguished from components referred to elsewhere as "cobuilders." Examples of builders include complexing agents, ion exchange compounds, dispersants, scale inhibitors, and precipitating agents.

[0068] The builder can be selected from citrates, phosphates, silicates, carbonates, phosphonates, aminocarboxylates, and polycarboxylates.

[0069] Suitable citrates include mono-, di-, and tri-alkali metal salts of citric acid, ammonium or substituted ammonium salts of citric acid, and citric acid. The citrate can be used as an anhydrous compound or a hydrate, such as trisodium citrate dihydrate.

[0070] Suitable phosphates include sodium metaphosphate, sodium orthophosphate, sodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium pyrophosphate, and polyphosphates, such as sodium tripolyphosphate. However, it is preferable that the cleaning formulation according to the present invention does not contain phosphates, polyphosphates, or hydrogen phosphates.

[0071] Suitable silicates include sodium disilicate and sodium metasilicate, aluminosilicates, such as zeolites and layered silicates, particularly those having the formulas α-Na2Si2O5, β-Na2Si2O5, and δ-Na2Si2O5.

[0072] Suitable carbonates include alkali metal carbonates and alkali metal bicarbonates, preferably sodium salts.

[0073] Suitable phosphonates are hydroxyalkanephosphonates and aminoalkanephosphonates. Among the hydroxyalkanephosphonates, 1-hydroxyethane-1,1-diphosphonate (HEDP) is particularly important as a builder. It is preferably used as a sodium salt, with the disodium salt being neutral and the tetrasodium salt being alkaline (pH 9). Suitable aminoalkanephosphonates are preferably ethylenediaminetetramethylenephosphonate (EDTMP), diethylenetriaminepentamethylenephosphonate (DTPMP), and their higher homologues. The phosphonate is preferably used in the form of a neutral sodium salt, for example, as the hexasodium salt of EDTMP or as the heptasodium and octasodium salts of DTPMP.

[0074] Suitable aminocarboxylates and polycarboxylates include nitrilotriacetate, ethylenediaminetetraacetate, diethylenetriaminepentaacetate, triethylenetetraaminehexaacetate, propylenediaminetetraacetate, ethanol-diglycine, methylglycinediacetate, and glutaminediacetate. The aminocarboxylates and polycarboxylates are preferably used in the form of their respective unsubstituted or substituted ammonium salts and alkali metal salts, such as sodium salts, particularly in the form of their respective fully neutralized salts.

[0075] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may contain an alkali source. The alkali source ensures that the pH is at least 9, for example, if an alkaline pH is desired. Suitable alkali sources include, for example, alkali metal carbonates, alkali metal bicarbonates, alkali metal metasilicates, and alkali metal hydroxides. Preferably, the alkali metal is potassium in each case, and more preferably sodium. In the present invention, the pH can also be adjusted to >7 using an amine, preferably an alkanolamine, and more preferably a triethanolamine.

[0076] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may contain an enzyme, preferably a detergent enzyme.

[0077] Enzymes include protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase, mannanase, hemicellulase, phospholipase, esterase, pectinase, lactase, peroxidase, xylanase, cutinase, pectinate lyase, keratinase, reductase, oxidase, phenol oxidase, lipoxygenase, ligninase, pullulanase, tannase, pentosanase, maranase, beta-glucanase, arabinosidase, hyaluronidase, chondroitinase, laccase, nuclease, DNase, phosphodiesterase, phytase, and carbohydrate. The enzymes may be selected from the group consisting of dolases, galactanases, xanthanases, xyloglucanases, oxidoreductases, perhydrolases, aminopeptidases, asparaginases, carbohydrases, carboxypeptidases, catalases, chitinases, cyclodextrin glycosyltransferases, alpha-galactosidases, beta-galactosidases, glucoamylases, alpha-glucosidases, beta-glucosidases, invertases, ribonucleases, transglutaminases, and dispersins, as well as combinations of at least two of the above types. More preferably, the enzymes are selected from the group consisting of proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulases, mannanases, xylanases, DNases, dispersins, pectinases, oxidoreductases, and cutinases, as well as combinations of at least two of the above types. Most preferably, the enzyme is a protease, preferably a serine protease (EC 3.4.21), more preferably a subtilisin protease (EC 3.4.21.62). Alternatively, the enzyme is a bacterial or fungal amylase (α and / or β) (EC 3.2.1.1 and 3.2.1.2, respectively). Preferably, the amylase is selected from the group of α-amylases (EC 3.2.1.1).

[0078] Preferably, the protease is a protease having at least 90% sequence identity with Sequence ID No. 22 of European Patent No. 1921147B1 and having the amino acid substitution R101E (according to BPN numbering). Preferably, the amylase is an amylase having at least 90% sequence identity with Sequence ID No. 54 of International Publication Brochure No. 2021032881A1.

[0079] The composition of the present invention may contain one enzyme or two or more different enzymes, for example, amylase and protease, or two or more enzymes of the same type, for example, two or more different proteases, or a mixture thereof, for example, amylase and two different proteases.

[0080] If an enzyme is present, it may be present in the composition according to the present invention in an amount sufficient to provide an effective amount for achieving beneficial effects, preferably a primary cleaning effect and / or a secondary cleaning effect such as a blackening prevention or pilling prevention effect (for example, in the case of cellulase). Preferably, the enzyme may be present in an amount of 0.00001% to 5%, preferably 0.00001% to 2%, more preferably 0.0001% to 1%, and even more preferably 0.001% to 0.5%, based on the total weight of the enzyme protein composition.

[0081] Preferably, the enzyme-containing composition may further contain an enzyme stabilization system. The enzyme-containing composition may contain 0.001% to 10%, 0.005% to 8%, or 0.01% to 6% of the enzyme stabilization system based on the total weight of the composition. The enzyme stabilization system may be any stabilization system compatible with the enzyme.

[0082] Preferably, the enzyme stabilization system includes at least one compound selected from the group consisting of polyols (preferably ethylene glycol, 1,2-propanediol, 1,3-propanediol, glycerol, or sorbitol), salts (preferably CaCl2, MgCl2, or NaCl), short-chain (preferably C1-C6) carboxylic acids or their salts (preferably formic acid, formate (preferably sodium formate), acetic acid, acetate, or lactate), borates, boric acid, boronic acid (preferably 4-formylphenylboronic acid (4-FPBA)), peptaldehydes, peptide acetals, and peptaldehyde bisulfite adducts. Preferably, the enzyme stabilization system includes a combination of at least two compounds selected from the group consisting of salts, polyols, and short-chain carboxylic acids, preferably one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of borates, boric acid, boronic acid (preferably 4-formylphenylboronic acid (4-FPBA)), peptaldehydes, peptide acetals, and peptaldehyde bisulfite adducts. In particular, if a protease is present in the composition, a protease inhibitor selected from borates, boric acid, boronic acid (preferably 4-FPBA), peptaldehyde (preferably peptaldehydes such as Z-VAL-H or Z-GAY-H), peptide acetals, and peptaldehyde bisulfite adducts may be added.

[0083] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may further contain a bleaching agent selected from sodium perborate in anhydrous form, as monohydrate, as tetrahydrate, or as so-called dihydrate, sodium percarbonate in anhydrous form, or as monohydrate, and sodium persulfate.

[0084] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may further contain a bleaching catalyst selected from oxaziridinium-based bleaching catalysts, bleaching-promoting transition metal salts or transition metal complexes, such as manganese-, iron-, cobalt-, ruthenium-, or molybdenum-salen complexes or carbonyl complexes. Complexes of manganese, iron, cobalt, ruthenium, molybdenum, titanium, vanadium, and copper with nitrogen-containing tripod ligands, and further cobalt-, iron-, copper-, and ruthenium-amine complexes can also be used as bleaching catalysts.

[0085] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may contain a bleaching activator, such as tetraacetylethylenediamine, tetraacetylmethylenediamine, tetraacetylglycoluryl, tetraacetylhexylenediamine, acylated phenol sulfonates, such as n-nonanoyl- or isononanoyloxybenzene sulfonates, N-methylmorpholinium acetonitrile salt ("MMA salt"), trimethylammonium acetonitrile salt, N-acylimide, such as N-nonanoylsuccinimide, 1,5-diacetyl-2,2-dioxohexahydro-1,3,5-triazine ("DADHT"), or nitrile quat (trimethylammonium acetonitrile salt).

[0086] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may include a corrosion inhibitor, such as a triazole, particularly benzotriazole, bisbenzotriazole, aminotriazole, alkylaminotriazole, and a phenol derivative, such as one selected from hydroquinone, pyrocatechol, hydroxyhydroquinone, gallic acid, phloroglucinol, or pyrogallol.

[0087] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may contain a cleaning polymer and / or a soil-releasing polymer and / or a blackening-preventing polymer.

[0088] Examples of detergent polymers include, but are not limited to, "polyfunctional polyethyleneimines" (e.g., BASF's Sokalan® HP20) and / or "polyfunctional diamines" (e.g., BASF's Sokalan® HP96).

[0089] A suitable polyfunctional polyethyleneimine is typically an ethoxylated polyethyleneimine having a weight-average molecular weight Mw in the range of 3,000 to 250,000 g / mol, preferably 5,000 to 200,000 g / mol, more preferably 8,000 to 100,000 g / mol, more preferably 8,000 to 50,000 g / mol, more preferably 10,000 to 30,000 g / mol, and most preferably 10,000 to 20,000 g / mol. A suitable polyfunctional polyethyleneimine has ethylene oxide side chains in the range of 80% to 99% by weight, preferably 85% to 99% by weight, more preferably 90% to 98% by weight, and most preferably 93% to 97% or 94% to 96% by weight, based on the total weight of the material. The ethoxylated polyethyleneimine is typically based on a polyethyleneimine core and a polyethylene oxide shell. A suitable polyethyleneimine core molecule is a polyethyleneimine having a weight-average molecular weight Mw in the range of 500 to 5,000 g / mol. Preferably, a molecular weight of 500 to 1,000 g / mol is used, and an Mw of 600 to 800 g / mol is more preferable. In this case, the ethoxylated polymer has an average of 5 to 50, preferably 10 to 35, and more preferably 20 to 35 ethylene oxide (EO) units per NH group.

[0090] Suitable polyfunctional diamines are further quaternized, optionally sulfurized, and typically ethoxylated C2-C2. 12- Alkylenediamines, preferably hexamethylenediamines. Typical polyfunctional diamines have a weight-average molecular weight Mw in the range of 2,000 to 10,000 g / mol, more preferably in the range of 3,000 to 8,000 g / mol, and most preferably in the range of 4,000 to 6,000 g / mol. In particular, ethoxylated, quaternized and sulfated hexamethylenediamines can be used, which contain an average of 10 to 50 ethylene oxide (EO) groups per NH group, preferably 15 to 40, and even more preferably 20 to 30, and preferably have two cationic ammonium groups and two anionic sulfate groups.

[0091] Suitable anti-blackening polymers include copolymers of acrylic acid or maleic acid with styrene, polymers in which acrylic acid is grafted onto maltodextrin, or carboxymethylated cellulose and alkali metal salts thereof, particularly sodium salts thereof.

[0092] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may also include a complexing agent that can be selected from methylglycine diacetic acid (MGDA) and glutamic acid diacetic acid (GLDA) and their salts. MGDA and GLDA may exist as racemates or optically pure compounds. GLDA may be selected from a mixture rich in enantiomers of L-GLDA, containing at least 80 mol%, preferably at least 90 mol%, of L-GLDA. Suitable salts are ammonium salts and alkali metal salts, particularly preferably potassium salts, and especially sodium salts.

[0093] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention, when it is a detergent formulation for hard surfaces, may particularly include an organic solvent. The organic solvent can be selected from low molecular weight alcohols, such as methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, butanol; glycols, such as ethylene glycol, 1,2-propylene glycol, 1,3-propylene glycol, hexylene glycol; polyols, such as glycerol; glycol ethers, such as ethylene glycol butyl ether, diethylene glycol monobutyl ether, dipropylene glycol methyl ether, propylene glycol mono-n-butyl ether, dipropylene glycol, dipropylene glycol mono-n-butyl ether, or combinations thereof.

[0094] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention may also include a thickening agent, which may be, for example, a cellulosic substance, guar gum, xanthan gum, or a synthetic polymer thickening agent. The synthetic polymer thickening agent may be a hydrophobically modified alkali-swelling emulsion (HASE) copolymer.

[0095] The cleaning formulation according to the present invention also includes a disinfectant, which may be, for example, a natural essential oil. Certain natural essential oils and their active substances are thought to act as protein denaturants. Certain natural essential oils and their active substances are also compounds that contribute to the safety profile of the composition when the composition is used for disinfecting surfaces. A further advantage of certain natural essential oils and their active substances is that they impart a pleasant fragrance to the composition without the need for the addition of fragrances.

[0096] The cleaning formulations according to the present invention may also include antimicrobial agents and / or preservatives. Antimicrobial agents are compounds that kill microorganisms or inhibit their growth or proliferation. Microorganisms may be bacteria, yeasts, or fungi. Preservatives are antimicrobial agents that can be added to aqueous products and compositions to maintain the original performance, characteristics, and integrity of the products and compositions by killing contaminating microorganisms or inhibiting their growth. Examples of preservatives are described on pages 35-39 of the patent application brochure, International Publication No. 2021 / 115912A1.

[0097] In particular, the following antimicrobial and / or preservatives are noteworthy: ·4,4'-Dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether (also known as ·5-chloro-2-(4-chlorophenoxy)phenol, diclosan, DCPP), 2-Phenoxyethanol (also known as phenoxyethanol, methylphenyl glycol, phenoxetol, ethylene glycol phenyl ether, ethylene glycol monophenyl ether, 2-(phenoxy)ethanol, 2-phenoxy-1-ethanol), 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol (also known as 2-bromo-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, bronopol), Glutaraldehyde (also known as 1,5-pentanedial, pentane-1,5-dial, glutaraldehyde), Glyoxal (also known as ethanedial, oxylaldehyde, 1,2-ethanedial), · 2-butyl-benzo[d]isothiazol-3-one (BBIT), · 2-methyl-2H-isothiazole-3-one (MIT), · 2-octyl-2H-isothiazole-3-one (OIT), · 5-Chloro-2-methyl-2H-isothiazole-3-one (CIT or CMIT), A mixture of 5-chloro-2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (CMIT) and 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT) (a mixture of CMIT / MIT). • 1,2-Benzisothiazole-3(2H)-one (BIT), • Hexa-2,4-dienoic acid (commonly known as "sorbic acid") and its salts, such as calcium sorbate, sodium sorbate, (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoic acid potassium (potassium sorbate), Lactic acid and its salts, L-(+)-lactic acid, especially sodium lactate, Benzoic acid and salts of benzoic acid, such as sodium benzoate, ammonium benzoate, calcium benzoate, magnesium benzoate, MEA benzoate, potassium benzoate, Salicylic acid and its salts, for example, calcium salicylate, magnesium salicylate, MEA salicylate, sodium salicylate, potassium salicylate, TEA salicylate, Benzalkonium chloride, benzalkonium bromide, benzalkonium saccharate, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride (DDAC), • N-(3-aminopropyl)-N-dodecylpropane-1,3-diamine (diamine), • Peracetic acid, and ·hydrogen peroxide.

[0098] The composition according to the present invention may contain at least one antimicrobial agent or preservative in an amount of 0.0001 to 10% based on the total weight of the composition.

[0099] Preferably, the composition according to the present invention may contain 2 ppm to 5%, preferably 0.1% to 2%, of 2-phenoxyethanol or 0.001% to 3%, preferably 0.002% to 1%, more preferably 0.01% to 0.6%, of 4,4'-dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether (DCPP) based on the total weight of the composition.

[0100] Preferably, the composition according to the present invention may contain 4,4'-dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether in an amount of 0.001 to 3%, preferably 0.002 to 1%, and more preferably 0.01 to 0.6%, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0101] The composition according to the present invention may also include water and / or additional organic solvents, such as ethanol or propylene glycol and / or fillers, such as sodium sulfate.

[0102] Further optional components may include, but are not limited to, viscosity modifiers, cationic surfactants, foaming or defoaming agents, fragrances, dyes, fluorescent whitening agents, and color transfer inhibitors.

[0103] In a fourth aspect, the present invention provides a method for preserving an aqueous cleaning composition containing the copolymer described herein from contamination or growth by microorganisms, the method comprising adding 2-phenoxyethanol to the detergent composition.

[0104] In a fifth aspect, the present invention provides a method for cleaning a fabric or hard surface, comprising antimicrobial treatment of the fabric or hard surface with a cleaning composition comprising the copolymer described herein and its 4,4'-dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether.

[0105] The following embodiments will illustrate aspects of the present invention in more detail, but these are provided to illustrate specific aspects of the invention and should not be construed as limiting the invention.

[0106] In a second aspect, the present invention relates to the use of alkoxylated isononanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 5 to 10, particularly in the range of 7 to 9, in a washing formulation.

[0107] In some embodiments, the present invention relates to the use of ethoxylated isononanol having an ethoxylation degree in the range of 5 to 10, particularly in the range of 7 to 9, in washing formulations. Preferably, the ethoxylated isononanol is obtained by ethoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4.

[0108] In this specification, with respect to a first aspect of the present invention, any alkoxylated isononanol, particularly ethoxylated isononanol, described above as generally or preferred may be incorporated herein by reference.

[0109] The alkoxylated isononanols described herein, particularly ethoxylated isononanols, are especially useful in laundry detergent formulations, such as liquid, powder, or single-use laundry detergent formulations for washing or softening textiles or fabrics, and hard surface detergent formulations for washing surfaces such as tableware, tiles, ceramics, carpets, glass, plastic surfaces, wood surfaces, metal surfaces, or lacquered surfaces.

[0110] In some embodiments, the present invention provides the use of alkoxylated isononanol, particularly ethoxylated isononanol, as described herein, in liquid laundry detergent formulations, powder laundry detergent formulations, single-use laundry detergent formulations, dishwashing formulations, kitchen cleaning formulations, bathroom cleaning formulations, or toilet cleaning formulations, including unconcentrated and concentrated forms.

[0111] In some specific embodiments, the present invention provides, in particular, the use of alkoxylated isononanols, especially ethoxylated isononanols, as described herein in single-use dose laundry detergent formulations.

[0112] Preferably, the present invention provides the use of alkoxylated isononanol, particularly ethoxylated isononanol, in single-dose laundry detergent formulations containing an organic solvent, such as 1,2-dipropylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, glycerol, or a combination thereof. In particular, alkoxylated isononanol, particularly ethoxylated isononanol, can be used in single-dose laundry detergent formulations to reduce the amount of organic solvent used.

[0113] In a third aspect, the present invention provides a method for producing a cleaning compound, comprising using an alkoxylated isononanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 3 to 14, preferably in the range of 5 to 10, and particularly in the range of 7 to 9.

[0114] In particular, the present invention relates to a method for producing a washing compound, comprising using ethoxylated isononanol having an ethoxylation degree in the range of 3 to 14, preferably in the range of 5 to 10, and especially in the range of 7 to 9.

[0115] In this specification, any alkoxylated isononanol, particularly ethoxylated isononanol, and any washing formulation described above as generally or preferred, can be incorporated herein by reference with respect to the first and second aspects of the present invention.

[0116] Embodiment Various embodiments (Embodiments 1 to 18) are described below. It will be understood that the embodiments described below can be combined with any other aspect and other embodiments within the scope of the present invention. A washing formulation comprising alkoxylated nonanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 1.2 to 20, particularly in the range of 3 to 14, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol is preferably alkoxylated isononanol. 2. The alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention is of formula: RO-(AO) n -H (I) (In the formula, R is a linear or branched C9-alkyl group. AO is an alkylene oxy, such as ethylene oxy (EO), propylene oxy (PO), butylene oxy, or a combination thereof, and n represents the degree of alkoxylation and is a number in the range of 2 to 20. It can be represented by, Preferably, R is a C9-alkyl derived from isononanol. Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol is obtained by alkoxylyzing a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably 1.1 to 1.4, in the washing formulation according to Embodiment 1. 3. The cleaning compound according to Embodiment 2, wherein AO is ethylene oxy, propylene oxy, or a combination thereof, preferably ethylene oxy. 4. The washing formulation according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 3, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol has a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 3 to 14, preferably in the range of 5 to 10, more preferably in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9. 5. A cleaning compound according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 4, which is a laundry detergent compound or a hard surface detergent compound. 6. A cleaning formulation according to Embodiment 5, selected from a non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation, a concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation, a powder laundry detergent formulation, and a laundry detergent formulation in single-use units. 7. A cleaning compound according to Embodiment 5, selected from a dishwashing compound, a kitchen cleaning compound, a bathroom cleaning compound, and a toilet cleaning compound. 8. The washing formulation according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 7, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol is present in the washing formulation in an amount that varies from 0.5% to 40%, preferably from 1% to 35%, based on the total weight of the formulation. 9. Use of the alkoxylated nonanol described in any one of Embodiments 1 to 4 in a washing formulation. 10. The cleaning compound is a laundry detergent compound or a hard surface detergent compound, as described in Embodiment 9. 11. The cleaning formulation is selected from non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulations, concentrated and concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulations, powder laundry detergent formulations, and single-use laundry detergent formulations, as described in Embodiment 10. 12. The cleaning formulation is selected from single-use laundry detergent formulations containing an organic solvent, such as 1,2-dipropylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, glycerol, or a combination thereof, as described in Embodiment 11. 13. The cleaning compound is selected from a dishwashing compound, a kitchen cleaning compound, a bathroom cleaning compound, and a toilet cleaning compound, as described in Embodiment 10. 14. A method for producing a washing compound, comprising using alkoxylated isononanol as described in any one of Embodiments 1 to 4. 15. The method according to Embodiment 14, wherein the cleaning compound is a laundry detergent compound or a hard surface detergent compound. 16. The method according to Embodiment 15, wherein the cleaning formulation is selected from a non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation, a concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation, a powder laundry detergent formulation, and a laundry detergent formulation in single-use units. 17. The method according to Embodiment 15, wherein the cleaning formulation is selected from single-use laundry detergent formulations containing an organic solvent, such as 1,2-dipropylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, glycerol, or a combination thereof. 18. The cleaning compound is selected from a dishwashing compound, a kitchen cleaning compound, a bathroom cleaning compound, and a toilet cleaning compound, as described in Embodiment 15. [Examples]

[0117] The following embodiments will illustrate aspects of the present invention in more detail, but these are provided to illustrate specific aspects of the invention and should not be construed as limiting the invention.

[0118] I. Chemicals: In specific embodiments, the following commercially available nonionic surfactants were used: 1) Natural C12 / 14 alcohol ethoxylate C12 / 14(EO)7, a commercially available product from BASF, contains 7 moles of ethylene oxide added to C12 / 14(EO)7. 12 C 14 Fatty alcohol ethoxylates, C12 / 14(EO)9, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C12 / 14(EO) with 9 moles of ethylene oxide added. 12 C 14 Fatty alcohol ethoxylates, 2) Oxo-C13 / 15 alcohol ethoxylate Oxo-C13 / 15(EO)7, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C13 / 15(EO) compound with 7 moles of ethylene oxide added.13 C 15 Oxo alcohol ethoxylate, 3) Iso-C13 alcohol ethoxylate Iso-C13(EO)7, a commercially available product from BASF, is a carbon compound with 7 moles of ethylene oxide added. 13 Oxo alcohol ethoxylate, Iso-C13(EO)8, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C13(EO) with 8 moles of ethylene oxide added. 13 Oxo alcohol ethoxylate, 4) C10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylate C10(EO)7, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C10(EO) compound with 7 moles of ethylene oxide added. 10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylate, C10(EO)8, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C10(EO) compound with 8 moles of ethylene oxide added. 10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylate, C10(EO)9, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C10(EO) compound with 9 moles of ethylene oxide added. 10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylate, C10(EO)10, a commercially available product from BASF, is a C10(EO) with 10 moles of ethylene oxide added. 10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylate, 5) Fatty acid methyl ester ethoxylate The OXFMEE P812, which is commercially available from Oxiran, Oxiran's commercially available OXFMEE P816, 6) Glycerin ester ethoxylate OXOE 122, which is sold commercially by Oxiran, OXOE 124, which is sold commercially by Oxiran, OXOE 126, which is sold commercially by Oxiran, OXOE 128, a commercially available product from Oxiran.

[0119] In specific examples, the following alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactants were used: INA 3: Iso-C9(EO)3, a C9 oxo alcohol ethoxylate with 3 moles of ethylene oxide added. INA 5: Iso-C9(EO)5, a C9 oxo alcohol ethoxylate with 5 moles of ethylene oxide added. INA 6: Iso-C9(EO)6, a C9 oxo alcohol ethochate with 6 moles of ethylene oxide added. INA 7: Iso-C9(EO)7, a C9 oxo alcohol ethoxylate with 7 moles of ethylene oxide added. INA 8: Iso-C9(EO)8, a C9 oxo alcohol ethoxylate with 8 moles of ethylene oxide added. INA 9: Iso-C9(EO)9, a C9 oxo alcohol ethoxylate to which 9 moles of ethylene oxide have been added, and INA 10: Iso-C9(EO)10, a C9 oxo alcohol ethoxylate with 10 moles of ethylene oxide added. INA is used as an abbreviation for isononanol alkoxylate.

[0120] Isononanol is commercially available from BASF. The branching degree of isononanol will be discussed later.

[0121] Alkoxylated nonanol nonionic surfactants were prepared according to the process described below.

[0122] In specific embodiments, the following anionic surfactants were used: LAS: Linear alkylbenzene sulfonates, commercially available from BASF. LABSA: Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid, which is commercially available from BASF, and AES: A commercially available alcohol ethoxysulfate from BASF.

[0123] II. Preparation INA 7 was prepared according to the following process.

[0124] 797 g of isononanol (from BASF) and 4.3 g of catalyst KOH (88%, solid) were charged into a 5 L pressure reactor. After introducing 3.5 bar of nitrogen, the pressure was evacuated until it reached 0.3 bar, and this introduction-evacuation process was repeated. Vacuum was applied at 200 mbar for 15 minutes, followed by 80 mbar for 30 minutes, with a stirring speed of 150 rpm and a temperature of 115°C.

[0125] Once the moisture content fell below 1,000 ppm, 3.5 bar of nitrogen was introduced into the pressure reactor and discharged until the pressure reached 0.3 bar. This introduction-discharge process was repeated three times. Next, 0.5 bar of nitrogen was introduced into the pressure reactor, the stirring speed of the pressure reactor was set to 400 rpm, and the temperature was heated to 130°C. 1703 g of ethylene oxide (EO) was introduced into the pressure reactor at an EO flow rate of 450 g / h, and the heat of reaction was used to raise the alkoxylation temperature to a range of 160°C to 180°C. After the introduction of EO was complete, the reaction system was held at 170°C for 1 hour. After analysis and identification, the reactor was cooled to 60°C. Then, 4.1 g of acetic acid was added to the reactor and stirred for 15 minutes to obtain the neutralized product, which was then discharged into a bottle at a temperature below 60°C.

[0126] Other alkoxylated isononanol nonionic surfactants were prepared using the same process, except that isononanol, ethylene oxide (EO), and KOH were introduced in the amounts summarized in Table 1 below.

[0127] [Table 2]

[0128] Preparation of comparative examples: INA for comparison: The same synthesis method was used for the preparation of the comparative examples, except that a different isononanol (EXXAL® 9 from Exxon Mobile) was used. The amounts of ethylene oxide (EO) and KOH introduced are summarized in Table 2 below.

[0129] [Table 3]

[0130] Measurement and calculation of branching degree:

[0131] [Table 4]

[0132] Measurement method: The retention times of each isomer were confirmed by GC-FID. The ISO index is calculated as the sum of the number of branches multiplied by the ratio. For example, the number of branches of nonanol-1 is 1, according to the number of branched methyl groups, the number of branches of 2-ethyl-2-methylhexanol-1 is 2, and the number of branches of 2,3,4-trimethylhexanol-1 is 3. The ratios are analyzed by GC-FID. The lower the ISO index, the higher the linearity of the molecules in each fraction.

[0133] The degree of branching of isononanol for preparing the alkoxylated isononanol examples is calculated as shown in the table below.

[0134] [Table 5]

[0135] The table below shows the results regarding the degree of branching of isononanol used in the preparation of the embodiment of the invention.

[0136] [Table 6]

[0137] [Table 7]

[0138] III. Examination Methods Viscosity of the sample and formulation: The viscosity of the sample and formulation was confirmed using a viscometer (DV2T LVT from Brookfield) fitted with spindle 63, at 60 rpm and 25°C.

[0139] Stability of the sample and formulation: The samples and formulations were placed in a stability testing chamber (BPHS-060A from Yiheng Technology Co. Ltd.) and the temperature was set separately to constant temperatures of 5°C, 10°C, 23°C, 40°C, and 60°C. Subsequently, the samples and formulations were visually observed for the presence or absence of turbidity, phase separation, and solidification for up to 8 weeks.

[0140] Dissolution of the compound: 0.4g of detergent compound (colored with red dye) was added to 200ml of cold hard water (10℃, Ca / Mg 3:2) while magnetically stirring at 300rpm (RET Basic from IKA). The dissolution time was determined visually by the time it took for the detergent compound to completely disperse in the water (using the dye as an indicator).

[0141] Foaming and stability (Rosmiles): To test foaming and stability using the Rossmiles method, a 550 ml detergent solution (2 g / L detergent) was prepared in hard water (Ca / Mg 3:2, calculated as 250 ppm CaCO3). First, 50 ml of the detergent solution was pre-filled into a graduated cylinder, and then the remaining 500 ml of the detergent solution was allowed to flow into the cylinder via a spherical glass container. The amount of foam was recorded after 30 seconds and 5 minutes.

[0142] Foaming and stability: To test foaming and stability using the foaming chamber method, 40 ml of detergent solution (2 g / L detergent) was prepared in hard water (Ca / Mg 3:2, calculated as CaCO3, 250 ppm). The detergent solution was placed in a 280 ml graduated cylinder, and the cylinder was rotated at 30 rpm for 120 seconds. The foam height was observed as the initial foam, and the foam volume after 2 minutes, 5 minutes, and 10 minutes was recorded as a value representing foam stability.

[0143] Foam retention: To test foam retention using the foaming box method, 40 ml of detergent solution (6 g / L detergent) was prepared in hard water (Ca / Mg 3:2, calculated as CaCO3 at 250 ppm). After loading the detergent solution into a 280 ml graduated cylinder, the cylinder was rotated at 30 rpm for 60 seconds to obtain initial foam. Next, 50 μl of standard dirt (GB 9985) was added to the detergent solution, and the cylinder was rotated at 30 rpm for 60 seconds. The amount of foam was recorded each time 50 μl of the standard dirt was added, and this was continued until all the foam disappeared, and the total amount of dirt added to the detergent solution was calculated.

[0144] Cleaning kitchen stains: Kitchen stains were prepared based on the composition shown in Table 2 below. These stains were then applied to stainless steel using a brush, adjusted to a weight of approximately 2 ± 0.2 g. The stained stainless steel was degraded in an oven at 160°C for 30 minutes.

[0145] The test formulation was sprayed (four times) onto a deteriorated contaminated surface and left for one minute. Finally, the surface was rinsed with water for 10 seconds, and the weight was measured after drying.

[0146] [Table 8]

[0147] Soap scum removal: Soap scum stains were prepared based on the compositions shown in Tables 3 and 4 below. These stains were then applied to the ceramic surface using a brush, with the weight adjusted to approximately 0.5 ± 0.05 g. The stained ceramic was then degraded in a 180°C oven for 30 minutes.

[0148] One drop of the test compound was placed on the contaminated surface for a set period of time (1 minute / 2 minutes / 3 minutes). Finally, the surface was rinsed with water for 20 seconds, and the performance was determined by visual observation.

[0149] [Table 9]

[0150] [Table 10]

[0151] Removal of limescale (marble slab immersion test): A marble slab (3cm x 2cm x 1cm) was immersed in the test mixture for 10 minutes. The marble slab was then rinsed with water, dried at 105°C, and weighed. The same marble slab was repeated three more times, and the total weight loss and removal rate were calculated.

[0152] Hot water washing: In the laboratory, the laundry process was simulated using a turgotometer (RHLQ-IV from RIDCI) containing 16 wash tubs, each equipped with an agitator. Each wash tub was filled with 1 liter of water and operated at a uniform agitation speed of 120 revolutions per minute (rpm). Unless otherwise specified, 8 to 12 soiled cloths (6 cm x 6 cm square pieces, with a minimum of 3 pieces per stain) were immersed in the water in each wash tub, a detergent mixture was added, and the wash cycle was performed at 30°C for 20 minutes. After washing, the test pieces were removed from the wash tub, drained, rinsed twice with 10 liters of tap water for 30 seconds each, and then dried overnight at ambient temperature.

[0153] Cold water wash: In the laboratory, a turgotometer (RHLQ-III from Shanghai Bank Equipment Co. Ltd., China) was used to simulate the laundry process following the same steps as described in "Hot Water Washing." The only difference from "Hot Water Washing" was the application of 15°C to verify the washing performance at low temperatures.

[0154] Measurement of changes in whiteness: For the fabrics before and after the washing process, the reflectance value (in %) representing the whiteness was measured at 457 nm by photometry using an integrating sphere reflectometer (Datacolor, SF 500 model from the USA, wavelength range 360-700 nm, optical geometry d / 8°) equipped with a UV cutoff filter. The change in reflectance (ΔR) represents the change in the whiteness of the fabric before and after washing and is used to evaluate the stain removal performance of each detergent formulation in the following examples. A high ΔR value indicates high cleaning performance.

[0155] The following fabrics were used in the tests in the examples: JB 01: Carbon black / oil-contaminated cotton, standard contaminated cloth according to GB-T13174-2008, available from China Research Institute of Daily Chemical Industry. JB 02: Cotton contaminated with pigments / proteins, standard contaminated cloth according to GB-T13174-2008, available from China Research Institute of Daily Chemical Industry. JB 03: Cotton contaminated with pigments / sebum, standard contaminated cloth according to GB-T13174-2008, available from China Research Institute of Daily Chemical Industry. WFK 10D: Cotton contaminated with pigments / sebum, from WFK Testgewebe GmbH, Germany. WFK 20D: Pigment / sebum-stained polyester, from WFK Testgewebe GmbH, Germany. CS-61: Cotton contaminated with beef tallow and colored with Sudan Red, from the Center for Test Materials, Netherlands. PS-61: Beef tallow-contaminated, Sudan Red-colored polyester, from Center for Testmaterials, Netherlands. CS-62: Cotton contaminated with lard, colored with Sudan Red, from the Center for Testmaterials, Netherlands, and PS-62: Polyester contaminated with lard, colored Sudan Red, from Center for Testmaterials, Netherlands.

[0156] IV. Test Results IV.1 Stability of Nonionic Surfactants

[0157] [Table 11]

[0158] At 10°C, all nonionic surfactant samples solidified. After 6 weeks at 23°C, INA ethoxylates such as INA 7, INA 8, and INA 9 remained fluid despite phase separation, while C12 / 14(EO)9 and C10 ethoxylates (C10(EO)7, C10(EO)8, and C10(EO)10) solidified. The C10 ethoxylates also became turbid at 40°C and heterogeneous after 6 weeks.

[0159] IV.2 Formulation and Performance The amounts of the components shown in the table below are expressed as weight percentages unless otherwise specified. Unless otherwise specified, percentages are usually based on total weight.

[0160] Group A: Non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation (pH=8)

[0161] [Table 12]

[0162] [Table 13]

[0163] All formulations were stable for more than 8 weeks in the temperature range of 5°C to 40°C. Formulation A-1 of the present invention, containing INA 7, dissolves more rapidly than the others. Both formulation A-1 containing INA 7 and formulation A-2 containing INA 9 exhibit improved properties in terms of foaming, stability, and cleaning performance against stubborn stains.

[0164] Group B: Non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent (pH=8)

[0165] [Table 14]

[0166] [Table 15]

[0167] Both formulation B-1, which contains INA 7, and formulation B-2, which contains INA 9, exhibit improved properties in terms of viscosity control and cleaning performance against stubborn stains in both hot and cold water washing. In particular, formulation B-1, which contains INA 7, shows a significant improvement in cleaning performance against stubborn stains.

[0168] Comparative formulations B-5 containing C10(EO)7 and B-6 containing Iso-C13(EO)7 also exhibit good viscosity control and cleaning effectiveness against stubborn dirt. However, C10(EO)7 was observed to cause phase separation at lower temperatures (i.e., 5°C) and have a lower cleaning effect against ordinary dirt, while formulations containing Iso-C13(EO)7 caused turbidity even at room temperature (i.e., 25°C).

[0169] Group C: Concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulation (pH=8)

[0170] [Table 16]

[0171] [Table 17]

[0172] Formulation C-4 was formulated with 3% ethanol as a solvent to reduce viscosity and maintain the compatibility of the formulation. However, ethanol, being a volatile solvent, is unsafe during transport and manufacturing. This does not contribute to cleaning performance or other detergent properties. Furthermore, formulations containing ethanol still do not exhibit stability when stored at low temperatures. At 15°C and 5°C, fluidity decreases or is lost.

[0173] When organic solvents such as ethanol were not present in the formulation, either turbidity or high viscosity was observed, as seen in comparative formulations C-5 to C-10.

[0174] The isononanol ethoxylate according to the present invention has been found to be able to control the viscosity and stability of the formulation even at 5°C, as observed in formulations C-1 to C-3 of the present invention.

[0175] On the other hand, the formulation of the present invention containing INA 7 to INA 9 showed a significant improvement in the ability to remove stubborn stains.

[0176] Group D: Single-dose (SUD) formulation (pH=8)

[0177] [Table 18]

[0178] [Table 19]

[0179] MPG (1,2-propylene glycol), DPG (dipropylene glycol), and glycerol are the most commonly used solvents in SUD formulations to balance the compatibility, stability, and film tolerance of the formulation, and they do not contribute to the cleaning performance or other detergent properties.

[0180] Surfactants such as C10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylates / alkoxylates (e.g., C10(EO)7 from BASF) were widely used in SUD formulations, particularly those containing a large amount of nonionic surfactants, to reduce viscosity and maintain the compatibility and stability of the formulation during low-temperature storage.

[0181] A comparative formulation containing the common nonionic surfactant C10(EO)7 showed turbidity or precipitate formation after 4 weeks of storage at 5°C and -5°C, depending on the solvent system.

[0182] Surprisingly, it was found that replacing the nonionic surfactant C10 Guerbet alcohol ethoxylate (C10(EO)7) with the nonionic surfactant INA 7 according to the present invention significantly improves the storage stability of the SUD formulation at 5°C without reducing its cleaning performance, even when MPG or DPG is used as the solvent.

[0183] Group E: Single-dose formulation (pH=8)

[0184] [Table 20]

[0185] [Table 21]

[0186] Surprisingly, formulation E-1, which contains the nonionic surfactant INA 7 according to the present invention, was found to have significantly improved viscosity and stability at 5°C compared to comparative formulation E-2, even without the presence of 5% glycerol, which imparts higher stability compared to other comparative formulations. On the other hand, formulation E-1 was observed to have far superior performance in removing stubborn stains due to the contribution of INA 7.

[0187] Group F: Single unit dose formulation (pH=8)

[0188]

Table 22

[0189]

Table 23

[0190] Compared with glycerol, MPG exhibits higher efficiency in SUD formulations, but is also more expensive. It is even more difficult to reduce the content of MPG in SUD formulations. It has been recognized that when conventional nonionic surfactants are used as nonionic surfactants and MPG is reduced by 5% from SUD formulations, either a significantly high viscosity or formulation compatibility problems will occur, as can be seen from the comparison between comparative formulation F-2 and comparative formulations F-3 to F-7.

[0191] Surprisingly, it has been found that even when the amount of MPG used is reduced by 5% compared to comparative formulation F-2, formulation F-1 containing INA 10 according to the present invention still exhibits better viscosity and stability at 5°C. Meanwhile, it was observed that formulation F-1 has much higher removal performance for stubborn stains.

[0192] Group G: Powder laundry detergent formulation (pH=12, 1% aqueous solution)

[0193]

Table 24

[0194]

Table 25

[0195] It has been found that formulation G-1 containing INA 7 according to the present invention exhibits higher detergency against stubborn stains in powder detergents than natural C12 / 14 ethoxylate.

[0196] Group H: Dishwashing formula for hand washing (pH=7)

[0197] [Table 26]

[0198] [Table 27]

[0199] The formulations according to the present invention, which include isononanol ethoxylate, a nonionic surfactant, particularly INA 7, exhibit superior foaming ability in hand-washing applications compared to conventional formulations containing nonionic surfactants such as C12 / 14(EO)7 and Iso-C13(EO)8.

[0200] [Table 28]

[0201] When dirt is added to the test solution, formulation H-1 of the present invention, containing 6% INA 6 and 6% C12 / 14(EO)7, and formulation H-2 of the present invention, containing 6% INA 7 and 6% C12 / 14(EO)7, can maintain foam height far better than the comparative formulation H-6, which contains 12% C12 / 14(EO)7. This is a very important performance characteristic for dishwashing detergents, as foam is the most easily understood indicator for the end user to determine whether the detergent's effect is still present.

[0202] [Table 29]

[0203] It was found that Formulations H-4 and H-5 of the present invention, each containing 12% of INA 6 or INA 7, respectively, exhibit even better foam retention than Comparative Formulation H-6 containing 12% of C12 / 14(EO)7. This indicates that the isononanol ethoxylate, which is the nonionic surfactant according to the present invention, is an excellent nonionic surfactant that stably maintains foam in the presence of dirt.

[0204] Group I: Formulations for kitchen cleaning (pH=11)

[0205]

Table 30

[0206]

Table 31

[0207] Formulations H-1 and H-2 containing INA 5 or INA 7, respectively, remove more kitchen dirt from stainless steel surfaces than comparative formulations containing conventional nonionic surfactants C12 / 14(EO)7, C10(EO)7 and C10(EO)8.

[0208] Group J: Formulations for bathroom cleaning (pH=3)

[0209]

Table 32

[0210]

Table 33

[0211] All formulations containing the nonionic surfactant nonanol ethoxylate according to the present invention, particularly formulations containing INA 7 (H-2) or INA 9 (H-3), remove soap scum from ceramic much more rapidly than comparative formulations at 1 minute and 2 minutes after the detergent is dropped onto the test surface.

[0212] Group K: Toilet cleaning formulation (pH<1)

[0213] [Table 34]

[0214] [Table 35]

[0215] The marble slab immersion test is a method that simulates the removal of limescale during toilet flushing. The present invention's formulation H-1, which contains INA 7, exhibits better cleaning performance than comparative formulations containing the conventional nonionic surfactants C12 / 14(EO)7 and C10(EO)7.

[0216] While this specification has described the present invention with reference to specific embodiments, it should be understood that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and applications of the present invention. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that modifications and variations of the methods and apparatus of the present invention can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Accordingly, the present invention is intended to encompass modifications and variations that fall within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0217] Evaluation of cleaning performance 1) Preparation of the metal plate: After washing the metal plate with water, wash it with 100% ethanol and weigh it (M0). 2) Preparation of contaminated metal plate: Place 0.3g to 0.4g of contaminants (various oils) onto a plate (stainless steel 304), spread it with a dropper, and dry at 150°C ± 2°C for 15 minutes. Cool to room temperature and weigh (M1). 3) Cleaning solution composition: 0.18% by weight of nonionic surfactant, 0.18% by weight of NaOH (SCRC product name?), 0.15% by weight of Na2SiO3 (from SCRC), 0.09% by weight of MGDA (methylglycinediacetic acid) (from BASF), 0.18% by weight of TRITON (registered trademark) H-66 (from DOW), remaining amount until 100% by weight of water. 4) Test procedure: Prepare 600 ml of cleaning solution at 60°C ± 2°C. Immerse the contaminated metal plate in the cleaning solution for 6 minutes, then wash it by agitating for 15 seconds. Wash it again by agitating for 15 seconds in tap water at 60°C ± 2°C. Dry at 105°C ± 2°C for 1 hour and measure the weight (M2). Oil removal rate

number

[0218] [Table 36]

[0219] Dynamic surface tension test The SITA science line T60 measures the dynamic surface tension of liquids down to the quasi-static range. It generates bubbles from a capillary with a known radius. The bubble pressure is measured as a function of the bubble's lifetime and can be correlated with the surface tension according to the Young-Laplace equation.

[0220] Equipment and materials: 1.SITA T60 (Sita Messtechnik, Germany) 2.Water bath 3. Heating and stirring plate 4. Glass beaker 5. Glass vial (100 mL)

[0221] The SITA science line T60 was calibrated with deionized water. The surface tension of the clean water sample after calibration should be 72.0 ± 1.0 mN / m (dependent on water quality and temperature). After calibration, the SITA was programmed to take readings at desired time intervals (i.e., 0.1, 1.0, and 10.0 seconds).

[0222] 100 ml of 0.1% surfactant (ethoxylated isononanol) was transferred to a 100 ml vial and immersed in a water bath heated to 23°C ± 1°C. The sample was equilibrated in the water bath for 30 minutes. The sample was then tested with SITA. After each sample was tested, the SITA was washed, and then the surface tension of the deionized water was checked to ensure that the SITA was sufficiently clean. If the measured value of the deionized water was not within the range of 72.0 ± 1.0 mN / m, the washing procedure was repeated. The surface tension (mN / m) against the lifetime of bubbles at 23°C was recorded. The experimental data are shown in the table below.

[0223] [Table 37]

[0224] The lower dynamic surface tension value obtained with the isononanol of the present invention means that the surfactant properties are superior to those of a comparative isononanol with the same EO number.

[0225] Emulsification ability test >Test conditions: Product content in a deionized aqueous solution at 23°C: 2 g / L >Oil type: Anti-wear hydraulic fluid L-HM 46# (UK CULL) >Testing method: 1) Place 20 ml of oil and 20 ml of 2 g / L surfactant solution into a 100 ml graduated cylinder. 2) After inverting for 1 minute, record the time it takes for a 10 ml layer to form.

[0226] [Table 38]

[0227] A longer time means better emulsification performance. Compared to the inventive examples with the same number of EOs, the comparative examples with a much higher degree of branching were shown to have relatively lower emulsifying power.

[0228] Testing of biocides in liquid laundry detergent formulations

[0229] [Table 39]

[0230] [Table 40]

[0231] Liquid laundry detergent formulations containing 0.3% Tinosan® HP 100 (from BASF), which is the nonionic surfactant and / or biocide of the present invention, or 1% phenoxyethanol (Protectol® PE, BASF), are prepared according to Examples L-1 to L-4. This formulation is prepared by first preparing a premix containing the surfactant, solvent, citric acid, and NaOH shown in Table 6, and water to reach 90%. This premix is ​​prepared by adding appropriate amounts of water to all components and stirring at room temperature. Then, the pH is set to pH=8.5 using NaOH. Next, 90% of this premix, containing the nonionic surfactant of the present invention and / or Tinosan® HP 100 (a commercially available BASF SE product containing 30% of 4,4'-dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether (CAS 3380-30-1), an antimicrobial active substance) and 2-phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6) in appropriate concentrations, is mixed with water to 100% and stirred at room temperature to prepare the final formulation. For comparison, a standard liquid detergent formulation containing an AEO-type nonionic surfactant (C12 / 14 7EO, BASF) is prepared.

[0232] As shown in Table 2, formulations L-1 and L-2 containing INA 7, and formulations L-3 and L-4 containing INA 9, all showed compatibility in the presence of the biocide Tinosan® HP 100 (from BASF) 0.3% or phenoxyethanol (Protectol® PE, BASF) 1%, and remained stable after storage tests.

[0233] Cleaning performance test:

[0234] [Table 41]

[0235] [Table 42]

[0236] Both formulation M-1, which contains INA 7, and formulation M-2, which contains INA 9, show improved cleaning performance against stubborn stains. In comparative examples, formulations M-3, which contains Com.INA 7, and Com.INA 9 are found to have a lower cleaning effect against stubborn stains.

[0237] Stability test of concentrated liquid laundry detergent formulations

[0238] [Table 43]

[0239] [Table 44]

[0240] Concentrated liquid laundry detergents use solvents such as ethanol to obtain formulations with good compatibility and appearance. However, volatile solvents are unsafe during transport and manufacturing. This does not contribute to cleaning performance or other detergent properties. On the other hand, even if ethanol is included in the formulation, stability is not achieved during low-temperature storage. At 15°C and 5°C, fluidity decreases or is lost.

[0241] When organic solvents such as ethanol were not present in the formulation, turbidity or phase separation was observed, as seen in comparative formulation N-3 containing comparative example Com.INA 9. On the other hand, the present invention formulation N-1, which contains the inventive example INA 7, is clear and stable at room temperature or high temperature.

[0242] In the invention example, formulation N-2 containing INA 9 was found to be transparent and stable even at low temperatures (e.g., 5°C). On the other hand, comparative formulation N-4 containing INA 9 lost its fluidity at low temperatures.

[0243] Foam retention test of dishwashing agent formulation (pH=7)

[0244] [Table 45]

[0245] When dirt is added to the test solution, formulations P-1 containing 1% INA 7 and P-2 containing 1% INA 9, which are the formulations of the present invention, can maintain a much better foam height than the comparative formulations P-3 containing 1% comparative INA 7 and P-4 containing 1% comparative INA 9. This is a very important performance characteristic for dishwashing detergents, as foam is the most easily understood indicator for the end user to determine whether the detergent's effect is still present.

[0246] Oil release test of dishwashing agent (pH=7) Test method: To test the cleaning performance by lifting the oil, 80 ml of detergent solution (50 g / L detergent) was prepared in hard water (Ca / Mg 3:2, calculated as CaCO3, 250 ppm). 0.1 g of chili oil (soybean oil and chili peppers, commercially purchased) was applied to a ceramic spoon so that the bottom of the spoon was evenly covered. The spoon coated with chili oil was immersed in the aforementioned detergent solution, and the time from the start until all the chili oil peeled off the spoon was recorded.

[0247] [Table 46]

[0248] Formulation B-1 of the present invention, containing 0.6% INA 9, was found to have better fluidity at low temperatures (lower viscosity) than comparative formulation B-2, containing 0.6% C12 / 14(EO)9, which means it is easier for consumers to handle even in winter.

[0249] Formula Q-1 also shows that it lifts oil from ceramic spoons much faster than Formula Q-2 without mechanical force. This indicates that Formula B-1, which contains INA 9, has superior oil-removing properties when washing dishes by hand.

Claims

1. A washing formulation comprising alkoxylated nonanol having a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 2 to 20, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol is preferably alkoxylated isononanol.

2. The alkoxylated nonanol according to the present invention has the formula: RO-(AO) ｎ -H (I) (In the formula, R is a linear or branched C ９ -It is alkyl, AO is an alkylene oxy, such as ethylene oxy, propylene oxy, butylene oxy, or a combination thereof, and n represents the degree of alkoxylation and is a number in the range of 2 to 20. It can be represented by, Preferably, R is a C derived from isononanol. ９ -It is alkyl, Preferably, the alkoxylated nonanol is obtained by alkoxyling a mixture of isomer nonanols having a branching degree in the range of 1.1 to 1.5, preferably in the range of 1.1 to 1.4, the washing compound according to claim 1.

3. The cleaning compound according to claim 2, wherein the AO is ethylene oxy, propylene oxy, or a combination thereof, preferably ethylene oxy.

4. The washing compound according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol has a degree of alkoxylation in the range of 3 to 14, preferably in the range of 5 to 10, more preferably in the range of 7 to 9, for example, 7, 8 and 9.

5. A cleaning compound according to any one of claims 1 to 4, which is a laundry detergent compound or a hard surface detergent compound.

6. A cleaning compound according to claim 5, selected from a non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent compound, a concentrated liquid laundry detergent compound, a powder laundry detergent compound, and a laundry detergent compound in single-use quantities.

7. A cleaning compound according to claim 5, selected from a dishwashing compound, a kitchen cleaning compound, a bathroom cleaning compound, and a toilet cleaning compound.

8. The washing formulation according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the alkoxylated nonanol is present in the washing formulation in an amount that varies from 0.5% to 40%, preferably from 1% to 35%, based on the total weight of the formulation.

9. A cleaning compound according to any one of claims 1 to 8, further comprising 1% to 70% by weight of a surfactant system.

10. The cleaning formulation according to any one of claims 1 to 9, preferably comprising 2 ppm to 5%, more preferably 0.1 to 2% by weight of 2-phenoxyethanol based on the total weight of the composition.

11. A cleaning compound according to any one of claims 1 to 10, preferably comprising 4,4'-dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether in an amount of 0.001 to 3%, preferably 0.002 to 1%, and more preferably 0.01 to 0.6%, based on the total weight of the composition.

12. A washing compound according to any one of claims 1 to 11, comprising at least one enzyme, preferably selected from the group consisting of protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase, hemicellulase, mannanase, xylanase, DNase, dispersin, pectinase, oxidoreductase, and cutinase.

13. Use of the alkoxylated nonanol according to any one of claims 1 to 4 in a washing formulation.

14. The use according to claim 13, wherein the cleaning compound is a laundry detergent compound or a hard surface detergent compound.

15. The use according to claim 14, wherein the cleaning compound is selected from a non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent compound, a concentrated liquid laundry detergent compound, a powder laundry detergent compound, and a laundry detergent compound in single-use quantities.

16. The use according to claim 15, wherein the cleaning formulation is selected from single-use laundry detergent formulations containing an organic solvent, such as 1,2-dipropylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, glycerol, or a combination thereof.

17. The use according to claim 16, wherein the cleaning compound is selected from a dishwashing compound, a kitchen cleaning compound, a bathroom cleaning compound, and a toilet cleaning compound.

18. A method for producing a cleaning compound, comprising using alkoxylated isononanol as described in any one of claims 1 to 4.

19. The method according to claim 18, wherein the cleaning compound is a laundry detergent compound or a hard surface detergent compound.

20. The method according to claim 19, wherein the cleaning compound is selected from a non-concentrated liquid laundry detergent compound, a concentrated liquid laundry detergent compound, a powder laundry detergent compound, and a laundry detergent compound in single-use quantities.

21. The method according to claim 20, wherein the cleaning compound is selected from single-use laundry detergent formulations containing an organic solvent, such as 1,2-dipropylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, glycerol, or a combination thereof.

22. The method according to claim 21, wherein the cleaning compound is selected from a dishwashing compound, a kitchen cleaning compound, a bathroom cleaning compound, and a toilet cleaning compound.

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