Category

Chemical Name / Product Type

Purpose

1. Detergents

Liquid/Enzyme-based Detergents

Remove dirt, grease, and body soils

2. Alkali Builders

Sodium Metasilicate, Soda Ash

Boost pH to improve cleaning

3. Emulsifiers

Solvent-based or Nonionic surfactants

Break down oils, fats, and greases

4. Bleaching Agents

Sodium Hypochlorite (Chlorine bleach), Hydrogen Peroxide

Whitening, stain removal

5. Neutralizers

Acetic Acid, Citric Acid

Neutralize residual alkali and chlorine

6. Fabric Softeners

Cationic surfactants

Soften and condition fabrics

7. Sour & Soft

Combination of souring and softening agents

Neutralize and soften in one step

8. Starch

Natural or synthetic starch solutions

Provide crispness to uniforms, linens

9. Disinfectants

Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QUATs), Peracetic acid

Bacterial and viral disinfection

10. Anti-redeposition Agents

Polyacrylates

Prevent redeposition of soil on clothes