Detergents and washing preparations

CPC v2.1 Code: 35322

About detergents and washing preparations

cpc code 35322 covers the production of detergents and washing preparations, an essential industry that plays a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across households, businesses, and industries. These products are crucial for the effective cleaning and deodorizing of a wide range of surfaces, fabrics, and materials, contributing to the overall well-being and sanitation of our daily lives. As a key component of the broader chemical manufacturing sector, the detergents and washing preparations industry is a significant contributor to the global economy.

Production process

The production of detergents and washing preparations typically involves a multi-step process. The primary raw materials, such as surfactants, builders, and other chemical compounds, are carefully selected and combined through various mixing, blending, and formulation techniques. Specialized equipment, including reactors, mixers, and packaging machinery, is used to ensure the efficient and consistent production of these cleaning products. Quality control measures are also implemented throughout the manufacturing process to maintain product integrity and safety.

Production inputs

The detergents and washing preparations industry relies on a range of raw materials, including 20141 Organic surface-active agents, 20142 Inorganic surface-active agents, 20143 Soap and organic surface-active products, and various other chemical compounds. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment, as well as energy sources, water, and packaging materials to support the production and distribution of these essential cleaning products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the detergents and washing preparations industry are a diverse range of cleaning products, such as laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, all-purpose cleaners, and specialized cleaning solutions. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries and sectors, including 46411 Wholesale of textiles, 46421 Wholesale of clothing and footwear, 46441 Wholesale of china and glassware, and 47111 Retail sale in non-specialised stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating.

Family tree for detergents and washing preparations

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35'>35: Other chemical products; man-made fibres</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/353'>353: Soap, cleaning preparations, perfumes and toilet preparations</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3532'>3532: Soap and detergents, perfume and toilet preparations</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35322'>35322: Detergents and washing preparations</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35321'>35321: Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35323'>35323: Perfume and toilet preparations</a>"]

    

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