DETERGENT TABLET

摘要

A detergent tablet for use in a washing machine, the tablet having one or mo re phases at least one of which is in the form of a compressed particulate solid comprising: a) a polymeric disintegrant having a particle size distribution such that at least 90 % by weight thereof has a particle size below about 0.3 mm and at least 30 % by weight thereof has a particle size below about 0.2 mm; and b) a water-soluble hydrated salt having a melting point in the range from about 3 0 .degree.C to about 95 .degree.C. The detergent tablets display improved dissolution, strength and long-term storage characteristics.