Mini single-dose laundry detergent sheets are a new revolutionized product in comparison with liquid or powder detergents. These thin and lightweight sheets contain potent cleaning materials in a small area, which quickly dissolve in water to allow the washing of clothes. Knowing how they function involves a brief look at the chemical properties of the crucial components of the two gospels.
Surfactant containing core
The aluminium core of the laundry detergent sheets consists of an element termed surfactant that has the task of removing dirt, stains and oils on fabric. Surfactants contain two parts a polar (having affinity for water) end, referred to as the head, and a nonpolar (reforming water) end, referred to as the tail. In diluted form, the non-polar tails are attracted to the dirt and grease, while the polar heads are attracted to the water. This interaction enables the dirt particles to be lifted off fabrics and to be washed off during the washing process.
Extra Softeners, brighteners and scents
Laundry Detergent Sheets also include softeners, brighteners and scents, all wrapped into one dissolvable sheet. In contrast to past liquid detergents, these sheets are developed to contain less water and unnecessary packaging material, thus being more environmentally friendly.
To sum up, a new innovative product – laundry detergent sheets – uses the strengths of detergents, surfactants, enzymes and other additives to provide the same cleaning effect as the traditional detergent but in a more environmentally friendly and improved form.
