According to GlobalData’s company profile on Reckitt Benckiser Group, Water-soluble detergent packaging was a key innovation area identified from patents. Reckitt Benckiser Group's grant share as of January 2024 was 51%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11851632B2) discloses a solid composition for automatic dishwashing, comprising at least 70 wt. % of an ethoxylated alcohol with specific characteristics and at least 5 wt. % of glycerol. The ethoxylated alcohol is defined by the formula R1[CH2CH2O]zOH, where R1 is an aliphatic hydrocarbon group with 14-20 carbon atoms and z ranges between 30 and 40. The composition may also include various actives, such as modified polyglycol ethers and non-ionic surfactants, along with oxidation catalysts, enzymes, builders, anti-corrosion agents, and additives with antimicrobial activity. The solid composition can be in the form of a powder or gel, and can be used in conjunction with a container, cage, or porous solid support for controlled release of actives during automatic washing operations.

Furthermore, the patent also covers products incorporating the solid composition for automatic dishwashing, including those housed in containers with perforations, cages with specific perforation ratios, and porous solid supports. A method for the controlled release of actives during automatic dishwashing operations using the disclosed composition is also detailed in the patent. The composition's unique formulation, including the ethoxylated alcohol and glycerol content, aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of automatic dishwashing processes, providing a comprehensive solution for achieving optimal cleaning results. The patent's claims outline the specific parameters and components required for the solid composition, ensuring its efficacy in automatic dishwashing applications.

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