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Laundry detergents are all mixtures of things, so there is no "chemical formula" for a given washing soap. Apologies, but this probably doesn't help. In general, these soaps contain surfactants, which are usually amphiphilic organic compounds. (There are quite a few different ones, each with a different chemical formula. And a given soap will have several different ones blended in.) The term amphiphilic means that the chemical structure has two distinct parts, one that reacts well with organic solvents (like oils) and one that reacts well with water. We know that oil and water don't get along, but these compounds have structures that hook up with oils and also hook up with water. That is what makes them effective in removing stuff from clothing to get it clean. There are usually a handful of things in soap. See the Related Link below for more information.

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There is no "chemical name" for Surf detergent or any other detergent. There are a number of compounds blended into any contemporary washing detergent. These include surfactants and non-surfactants, viscosity modifiers, oxidants, pH adjusters, enzymes, and also the brighteners, softeners, perfumes and colorants that you're probably aware of. There is no "chemical name" for any modern detergent because there are a number of different chemicals in any one of them.


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Does Family Dollar or Walmart have any laundry detergent coupons available in the stores?

There are numerous companies that have laundry detergent coupons on their sites and in the stores. All of the individual laundry detergent manufacturer's sites have this information. Retail Me Not and Coupon Cabin also have this information. Some great brands of laundry detergent are All, Gain, Tide, and Seventh Generation.


Difference between soap and detergent?

The two words can be used interchangeably in everyday conversation (I have heard both 'laundry soap' and 'laundry detergent' used). Chemically though,"Detergent" refers to any surfactant (a chemical that lowers the surface tension of a liquid) that has cleaning properties and soap refers specifically to the salt of a fatty acid. Therefore soap is a form of detergent, but not all detergents are soaps.


How can I use laundry detergent coupons?

The policy means that any coupon is double the value off. This means that you would be able to receive double the savings on any coupon including those for laundry detergent.


Is it safe to bathe in sun laundry detergent?

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What is the difference between liquid laundry detergent and dry laundry detergent?

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If you have a favorite brand of laundry detergent you could visit their website to see if they have any coupons available. You can also visit http://printable-coupons.blogspot.com/2006/04/tide-coupons.html.


Which laundry detergent is best for elderly people?

A gentle, hypoallergenic detergent specifically designed for sensitive skin is a good choice for elderly people, as their skin can be more delicate. Look for products that are fragrance-free and dye-free to reduce the risk of irritation. It may also be helpful to choose a liquid detergent over a powder to avoid any potential breathing hazards.


What is the chemical formula of detergent?

The chemical formula for "detergent" really depends on what you mean by the word. By itself the word does not connotate any specific formula. Commercial detergents are made up of many different chemical compounds (different surfactants, colorants, pH modifiers, chlorinated and non-chlorinated whiteners, etc). For example, one effective (albeit harsh) surfactant is sodium lauryl sulfate (aka sodium dodecyl sulfate): C12H25NaO4S.


What websites or print locations have coupons for laundry detergent?

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