Chemicals

Liquid Detergent Unit

The unit focuses on the production of liquid detergent, a cleaning chemical solution formulated with surfactants for fabric cleaning. The process involves the neutralization of acid slurry with caustic soda, followed by the addition of foam boosters and fragrances, then filling and packaging the final product into bottles.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Building & Civil Work3.7
Plant & Machinery6.31
Furniture & Fixtures0.2
Working Capital4
Total14.21

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution3.55
Term Loan4.88
Working Capital Loan3
Total14.21

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment4

Manufacturing process

  1. Transfer water into a stainless steel tank.
  2. Add acid slurry into the tank to achieve the desired color.
  3. Neutralize the solution with aqua caustic soda to achieve a PH level between 7 and 9.
  4. Add AOS as a foam booster.
  5. Add urea as a buffering agent for transparency.
  6. Add color and perfume.
  7. Fill the liquid detergent into bottles.
  8. Complete packaging of the goods.

Market

The detergent market is growing with a CAGR of over 10%. While powder detergents currently dominate, liquid detergent is a growing premium segment in the Indian market with long-term growth potential.

From the project report