[0001] The present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition in a “ready to use” compressed form, comprising cleaning agent, preservative, stabilizer and binder.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] All households or workplaces have materials that require fabric cleaners for cleansing. These include sofas, auto upholstery, shoes, travel bags, table linen etc. Cleaning these surfaces is important as routine use leads to exposure to dust, dirt, grime and stains. The stains may range from simple water marks to tough oil-based stains. Leaving these surfaces unattended for long may also amount to the growth of a host of bacteria. However, cleaning these fabrics is also a task and accordingly, they are not cleaned on a regular basis. The reasons for the same may be the scale or size of the item, the location of the item or the amount of use of the item, among others.
[0004] Most cleaners are water based and require extensive usage of water for the cleaning process. The general process of cleaning the fabric with water involves soaking of the fabric in water, then using detergents to wash the fabric such that the oil is separated out in water. There must be enough water for the oil or dirt separated from the fabric to suspend in water. Thereafter the suspended oil or dirt is rinsed with water. Therefore the entire process of cleaning is a water intensive process. It is generally assumed that higher the amount of water more efficient would be the cleaning process. With fabrics like table linen, travel bags etc. more than ordinary amount of water may be required as the fabric would consume a lot of water just for soaking. Retention of water in these fabrics must also be avoided as it may lead to growth of bacteria. Further, the rinsed water comprising dirt and oil get transferred to local water bodies, contaminating the same. Some forms of fabric are not suitable for water washing as they shrink or deform in water. In these cases petroleum based products can be used however usage of these products is harmful and must be avoided.
[0005] Therefore, there is a need in the art to develop unique compositions that are capable of cleaning fabrics. Further, these compositions should use less amount of water for the cleaning process.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0006] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a fabric cleaner composition.
[0007] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition that does not require water for the cleansing action.
[0008] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition that reduces the amount of time taken to dry the fabric.
[0009] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a fabric cleaner composition that exhibits excellent cleaning property over a range of fabrics such as carpet, rugs, slipcovers, curtains, throw pillows, bedding, sofas, table linens, fabric shoes, suitcase and auto upholstery among others.
[0010] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a fabric cleaner composition that retains the look and feel of the fabric and doesn’t leave behind any residue.
[0011] The other objects and preferred embodiments and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the following description of the present invention when read in conjunction with the accompanying examples and figures, which are not intended to limit scope of the present invention in any manner.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0012] This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in Detailed Description section. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0013] The present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition.
[0014] In one aspect, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising active agent, preservative, stabilizer and binder.
[0015] In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the active agent is a cleaning agent selected from but not limited to anionic surfactant, cationic surfactant, non-ionic surfactant, amphoteric surfactant and mixtures thereof.
[0016] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the composition further comprises a chelating agent, colorant and fragrance.
[0017] Other aspects of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent from the description, or may be learnt by the practice of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0018] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further illustrate aspects of the present disclosure. The disclosure may be better understood by reference to the drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specific embodiments presented herein.
[0019] Figure 1: illustrates Average cleaning effectiveness for Non-wool felt fabric
[0020] Figure 2: illustrates Average residue percentage for Non-wool felt fabric
[0021] Figure 3: illustrates Average cleaning effectiveness for Sandwich fabric
[0022] Figure 4: illustrates Average residue percentage for Sandwich fabric
[0023] Figure 5: illustrates Average cleaning effectiveness for Suede fabric
[0024] Figure 6: illustrates Average residue percentage for Suede fabric
[0025] Figure 7: illustrates Average cleaning effectiveness for Rexene fabric
[0026] Figure 8: illustrates Average residue percentage for Rexene fabric
[0027] Figure 9: illustrates Average cleaning effectiveness for Velvet fabric
[0028] Figure 10: illustrates Average residue percentage for Velvet fabric

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0029] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[0030] Unless the context requires otherwise, throughout the specification and claims which follow, the word “comprise” and variations thereof, such as, “comprises” and “comprising” are to be construed in an open, inclusive sense that is as “including, but not limited to.”
[0031] Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. Thus, the appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment” or “in an embodiment” in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.
[0032] As used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural referents unless the content clearly dictates otherwise. It should also be noted that the term “or” is generally employed in its sense including “and/or” unless the content clearly dictates otherwise.
[0033] In some embodiments, the numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, properties such as concentration, reaction conditions, and so forth, used to describe and claim certain embodiments of the disclosure are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the term “about.” Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the disclosure are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable.
[0034] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the disclosure and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the disclosure otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the disclosure.
[0035] The headings and abstract of the disclosure provided herein are for convenience only and do not interpret the scope or meaning of the embodiments.
[0036] The following discussion provides many example embodiments of the inventive subject matter. Although each embodiment represents a single combination of inventive elements, the inventive subject matter is considered to include all possible combinations of the disclosed elements. Thus if one embodiment comprises elements A, B, and C, and a second embodiment comprises elements B and D, then the inventive subject matter is also considered to include other remaining combinations of A, B, C, or D, even if not explicitly disclosed.
[0037] The present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition.
[0038] In one embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising active agent, preservative, stabilizer and binder.
[0039] In another embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the active agent is a cleaning agent selected from but not limited to anionic surfactant, cationic surfactant, non-ionic surfactant, amphoteric surfactant and mixtures thereof.
[0040] In a preferred embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the cleaning agent is a mixture of anionic surfactant, non-ionic surfactant and amphoteric surfactant.
[0041] In another embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the cleaning agent is also an emulsifier.
[0042] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the cleaning agent is present in an amount ranging from about 35% to about 85%, preferably about 40% to about 75% by weight of the composition.
[0043] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the anionic surfactant is selected from the group comprising of sodium coco sulfate, sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate, Ammonium Lauryl Ether Sulfate, TEA Lauryl surfactant and the like.
[0044] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the cationic surfactant is selected from the group comprising of quaternary ammonium compound, didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride and the like.
[0045] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the non-ionic surfactant is selected from the group comprising of ethoxylated alcohol, alkyl poly glucoside and the like. Preferably the ethoxylated alcohol is a C12-C14 ethoxylated alcohol, also known as Tergitol, which is the surfactant derived from the polymerization of fatty alcohol and ethylene oxide.
[0046] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the amphoteric surfactant is selected from the group comprising of cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB), coco alkyl dimethyl betaines and the like.
[0047] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the preservative is selected from the group comprising of citric acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, potassium benzoate, benzisothiazolinone (BIT), mixtures thereof and the like. BIT is preferably present in the form of BIT-20. Preferably the preservative is a mixture of sodium benzoate and BIT-20. Some preservatives also act as anti-microbial agents such as BIT-20.
[0048] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the preservative is present in an amount ranging from about 5% to about 15% by weight of the composition.
[0049] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the stabilizer is selected from citric acid and propylene glycol, preferably propylene glycol.
[0050] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the stabilizer is present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 10%, preferably about 3% to about 8% by weight of the composition.
[0051] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the binder is water, present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 10%, preferably about 3% to about 8% by weight of the composition.
[0052] In yet another embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the composition further comprises a chelating agent, colorant and fragrance.
[0053] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a rinse-free fabric cleaner composition wherein the chelating agent is a water softener tetra sodium EDTA, present in an amount ranging from about 0.01% to about 0.5% by weight of the composition.
[0054] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition wherein the colorant is selected from the group comprising of natural permitted colors selected from but not limited to apple green, pink, yellow, blue and the like.
[0055] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the colorant is present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 1% by weight of the composition.
[0056] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition wherein the fragrance is selected from the group comprising of lily, jasmine, mogra, rose, lavender, lemon and the like.
[0057] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the fragrance is present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 7%, preferably about 0.5% to about 5% by weight of the composition.
[0058] In a preferred embodiment, the rinse free fabric cleaner composition comprises:
a) TEA Lauryl surfactant 44.45%;
b) Tergitol 15%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 10%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
[0059] In another preferred embodiment, the rinse free fabric cleaner composition comprises:
a) Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate 35%;
b) Tergitol 20.45%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 14%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
[0060] In yet another preferred embodiment, the rinse free fabric cleaner composition comprises:
a) TEA Lauryl surfactant 35%;
b) Tergitol 20.45%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 14%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
[0061] In still another preferred embodiment, the rinse free fabric cleaner composition comprises:
a) Sodium Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonate 30%;
b) Ammonium Lauryl Ether Sulfate 10%;
c) Tergitol 19.95%;
d) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 10%;
e) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
f) Propylene glycol 5%;
g) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
h) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
i) Water 5%;
j) Mogra fragrance 9.5%; and
k) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
[0062] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the fabric cleaner composition may be present in the form of solid or liquid.
[0063] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the fabric cleaner composition is preferably a liquid concentrated in compressed form. The Fabric cleaning composition exists as a compressed liquid concentrate, thus decreasing the overall use of plastic per person and is relatively cost-effective than the existing products by about 60-70%.
[0064] The Fabric cleaner composition according to the embodiments of the present invention is referred to as “Homsta fabric cleaner”.
[0065] The essence of compressed technology is that the components of the composition are compressed or collected together without the solvent as a base or carrier. The concentrate or the solute is specified in a desired formulation so that once dissolved in solvent or water, the composition dissolves completely. The inventive aspect of the compressed technology is the specific composition of the ingredients involved which are completely soluble, stable and efficient at the same time.
[0066] According to embodiments of the present invention, the rinse free fabric cleaner in the form of a liquid concentrate (10 mL) is diluted with tap water (250 mL) to make a fabric cleaning solution that is sprayed over the fabric to be cleaned. The cleaning composition is left for 1-2 minutes on the stained part after which it is wiped off with a clean and dry cloth resulting in a stain free fabric, free of any contaminants or unwanted impurities. The cleaning composition is rinse-free and does not require the additional use of water for rinsing or soaking the fabric after cleaning.
[0067] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition has excellent cleaning property.
[0068] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition is effective over a range of fabrics such as carpet, rugs, slipcovers, curtains, throw pillows, bedding, sofas, table linens, fabric shoes, suitcases and auto upholstery.
[0069] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition wherein the active ingredients, preservatives and stabilizers ensure remarkable product performance.
[0070] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition shows effective cleaning of stain with its deep-penetrating and foaming action.
[0071] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition that restores the look and feel of fabric and doesn't leave behind any sticky residue.
[0072] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition that does not change the look, feel and breathability of the fabric.
[0073] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition that has optimum pH and foam for fabric cleaning.
[0074] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition that has pH in the range of about 4.5 to about 10.5, preferably about 4 to about 10.
[0075] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition wherein the preservative and the stabilizer maintain product performance over a period of time.
[0076] In an embodiment, the present disclosure relates to a fabric cleaner composition wherein the fabric cleaner composition reduces the amount of water to clean and time to dry.
[0077] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the disclosure, other and further embodiments of the disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the disclosure is determined by the claims that follow. The disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the disclosure when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.
[0078] The present invention is further explained in the form of following examples. However, it is to be understood that the following examples are merely illustrative and are not to be taken as limitations upon the scope of the invention.
[0079] All the raw materials used are commercially available and were procured from local vendors such as Goyal Chemicals, Delhi, BRM Enterprise, Delhi, Gogia Fragrance, Delhi and Neelikon Food Dyes & Chemicals Ltd, Delhi
[0080] Example 1: Rinse free Fabric cleaner composition

Composition A:
a) TEA Lauryl surfactant 44.45%;
b) Tergitol 15%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 10%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
Composition B:
a) Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate 35%;
b) Tergitol 20.45%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 14%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
Composition C:
a) TEA Lauryl surfactant 35%;
b) Tergitol 20.45%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 14%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
Composition D:
a) Sodium Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonate 30%;
b) Ammonium Lauryl Ether Sulfate 10%;
c) Tergitol 19.95%;
d) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 10%;
e) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
f) Propylene glycol 5%;
g) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
h) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
i) Water 5%;
j) Mogra fragrance 9.5%; and
k) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
[0081] Example 2: Preparation of rinse-free Fabric cleaning composition
a. Sodium benzoate and tetra sodium EDTA solution was prepared in stated quantity in hot water.
b. Surfactant mixture formation: Surfactants (mixture of anionic, non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants) were weighed and mixed to form surfactant mixture.
c. Stated quantity of BIT-20 was weighed and added into surfactant mixture.
d. Premixed sodium benzoate and tetra sodium EDTA mixture was added to the surfactant batch followed by addition of stated quantity propylene glycol.
e. The last step was the addition of fragrance and colorant to the batch resulting in required Fabric cleaning composition.
[0082] Example 3: Studies to determine the cleaning efficiency of the Fabric Cleaner composition
[0083] Preliminary testing:
a) For testing optimum concentration of surfactants: Suede fabric was selected due to high adherence of contamination on it and turmeric (curry), tea, coffee, ketchup, ink were selected for contamination due to their stronger bonding and difficult removal from the fabrics.
b) Contaminants were applied on fabrics evenly and kept in oven for 2 hours at 50 degrees.
c) 0.5 ml of compositions A, B, C and D was sprayed on the dried contaminants on fabric and were rubbed by a soft bristle brush.
d) Then the fabrics were kept for drying, afterwards they were visually analyzed to finalize the composition for the formulation.
[0084] Based on the cleaning efficacy of these compositions, one of them was finalized for further studies. The Fabric cleaner composition according to the embodiments of the present invention is referred to as “Homsta fabric cleaner”.
[0085] The experiment design of the fabric cleaner was categorized into six steps: (1) Selection and preparation of substrate/test coupons, (2) Stain Application or Preparation of contaminant test coupon, (3) Fabric Cleaner Solution Preparation, (4) Process for removal of stains: Cleaning of contaminated test coupons, and (5) Quantitative approach for performance evaluation: Cleaning Effectiveness Factor (CEF) and Residual contaminant calculation.
[0086] Selection and preparation of substrate/test coupons :
a) 5 types of different fabrics were selected for testing namely Non wool felt, Sandwich, Suede, Rexene and Velvet
b) Pre-washing of fabrics by a detergent to clear any deposited dust and dirt.
c) Fabric swatches were cut into rectangular pieces of 10 X 10 cm.
d) Swatches were placed on the table with the help of tape to avoid crumbling of the fabric.
[0087] Stain Application Process:
a) Contaminants were measured and placed in beakers with proper labeling.
b) Solid contaminants like chocolate were heated in oven for 2-5 minutes before applying.
c) Contaminants quantity applied for each fabric:
• Pickle oil : Oil + Turmeric: 0.6 ml
• Tea + Coffee: 0.5 ml
• Lipstick: 3 strokes
• Chocolate: 0.5 g
• Ink: 0.5 mL
• Mud: 0.5g
d) Contaminants were spread over the individual swatches on a small area evenly by the help of an applicator and were weighed along with the fabric, as total weight before drying.
e) Swatches were placed in an oven at 50 degrees temperature for 1-2 hours or kept for overnight drying.
[0088] Fabric Cleaner Solution Preparation:
[0089] The Fabric cleaner composition in the form of a liquid concentrate (10 mL) was diluted with tap water (250 mL) to make a fabric cleaning solution that was sprayed over the fabric to be cleaned.
[0090] Process for removal of stains
a) Volume of stain remover: to the specific contaminants on the fabric swatch, the fabric cleaner was used in 3 pumps (around 1.5 mL)
b) The applied fabric cleaner was rubbed softly with the help of brush upto 2 mins
c) With the help of a clean napkin, wipe the excessive cleaner
d) It takes 20-30 min for evaporation and the fabric was completed dried
e) Visual analysis was carried out to analyze the cleaning efficacy of the Fabric cleaner
[0091] Quantitative approach for performance evaluation:
[0092] This test method provided quantitative results as to be the ability of a specific cleaning agent for removing selected contaminants from fabric swatches. Cleaning was performed using varieties of cleaning agents like, the Fabric cleaner composition of the present invention and scotch guard fabric cleaner, water and Tide detergent as positive controls.
[0093] The effectiveness of the cleaning solvent is represented as Cleaning Effectiveness Factor (CEF) that is the fraction of the contaminant removed. A control coupon was used to account for any fabric removal effects due to the cleaning solvent.
[0094] The current test method is the procedure for calculating cleaning effectiveness factor and residual contaminants. Cleaning effectiveness factor is defined as the fraction of the contaminant removed from initially contaminated fabric swatches and determined by gravimetric techniques, whereas residual contamination is defining as the absolute mass of the contaminant remaining after the cleaning process.
[0095] The process of analysis included validation of procedure by examine the control coupons to determine whether they lost mass, gained mass or exhibited the same mass. If the change in mass between control coupon after cleaning and control coupon before cleaning was less than the balance error, then the experiment was valid. The cleaning effectiveness factor indicates the fractional contaminant that was removed during cleaning (for example, CEF = 0.9 indicates that 90 % of the contaminant was removed).
or Stain Removal percentage = (Total weight before cleaning – Total weight after cleaning X 100
Total weight before cleaning
Similarly, residual contaminants can be calculated as:
[0096] Result: The data was plotted based on the type of contaminant and the fabric used. The fabric cleaner of the present invention (referred to as “Homsta”) along with different types of cleaning agents was tested against different types of contamination and fabric types. The quantitative approach for performance evaluation results is shown in Figures 1 to 10.
[0097] Figures 1,3,5,7 and 9 indicates the average cleaning efficacy of the competitive product called “scotch guard” and the present invention along with water as a control sample and Tide detergent as positive control for Non wool felt, Sandwich, Suede, Rexene and Velvet respectively. These samples were tested against various contaminations like (curry): turmeric + oil, tea, coffee, ink, chocolate, soya sauce, lipstick and mud etc. and the average cleaning efficacy was calculated according as shown in Figure 1,3,5,7 and 9. The results indicate that the average cleaning efficacy of the Fabric cleaner of the present invention was 19%, 52%, 36%, 96% and 54% respectively for Non wool felt, Sandwich, Suede, Rexene and Velvet fabric which is better than the competitive product “Scotch guard” by 1%, 18%, 5%, 7% and 20% respectively.
[0098] Figures 2,4,6,8 and 10 indicate the average residue contaminant percentage of the competitive product called “scotch guard” and the Fabric cleaner of the present invention along with water as a control sample and Tide detergent as positive control for Non wool felt, Sandwich, Suede, Rexene and Velvet respectively. These samples are tested against various contaminations like (curry): turmeric + oil, tea, coffee, ink, chocolate, soya sauce, lipstick and mud etc and the average residue contaminant percentage is calculated according as shown in Figure 2,4,6,8 and 10. It is a measure of how much contaminant remains on the fabric if cleaned by a rinse free fabric cleaner. It indicates that the average residue of the present invention as 82%, 48%, 64%, 3% and 45% respectively for Non wool felt, Sandwich, Suede, Rexene and Velvet fabric which is better than the competitive product “Scotch guard” by approx 0.2%, 18%, 5%, 7% and 20% respectively.
[0099] This implies that there is significant residue left on the substrate in some cases after being cleaned by the said invention, which is also not 100% cleaned by the positive control.
[00100] Based on the efficacy testing the Fabric cleaner of the present invention was better than scotch guard upto 20% with all types of fabrics. In the case of Sandwich, Rexene and Velvet fabrics, the Fabric cleaner of the present invention perform better cleaning and is able to clean them upto 52%, 96% and 54% respectively. In case of Rexene fabric, the Fabric cleaner of the present invention proved to be better than the positive control (detergent requiring rinsing with water) by upto 9%.
[00101] The foregoing examples are merely illustrative and are not to be taken as limitations upon the scope of the invention. Various changes and modifications to the disclosed embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[00102] The present disclosure provides a fabric cleaner composition that is rinse-free.
[00103] The present disclosure provides a fabric cleaner composition that does not require water for cleansing action.
[00104] The present disclosure provides a fabric cleaner composition that restores the look, feel and breathability of fabric.
[00105] The present disclosure provides a fabric cleaner composition doesn’t leave any sticky residue on the fabric.
[00106] The present disclosure provides a fabric cleaner composition that reduces the amount of water to clean and time to dry.
[00107] The present disclosure provides a fabric cleaner composition that provides optimum pH and foam for fabric cleaning.

WE CLAIM

1.A rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising active agent, preservative, stabilizer and binder, wherein the active agent is a cleaning agent selected from anionic surfactant, cationic surfactant, non-ionic surfactant, amphoteric surfactant and mixtures thereof, present in an amount ranging from about 35% to about 85%, preferably about 40% to about 75% by weight of the composition, characterized in that the composition is compressed in the form of a liquid concentrate that is diluted with water before use and the composition is 60-70% cost effective as compared to the existing products.
2. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein cleaning agent is a mixture of anionic surfactant, non-ionic surfactant and amphoteric surfactant.
3. The composition as claimed in claims 1 and 2, wherein:
-the anionic surfactant is selected from the group comprising of sodium coco sulfate, sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate, Ammonium Lauryl Ether Sulfate and TEA Lauryl surfactant;
-non-ionic surfactant is selected from the group comprising of ethoxylated alcohol Tergitol and alkyl poly glucoside; and
- amphoteric surfactant is selected from the group comprising of cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB), coco alkyl dimethyl betaines.
4. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein:
-preservative is selected from the group comprising of citric acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, potassium benzoate, benzisothiazolinone (BIT) and mixtures thereof, preferably the preservative is a mixture of sodium benzoate and BIT-20, present in an amount ranging from about 5% to about 15% by weight of the composition;
-stabilizer is selected from citric acid and propylene glycol, preferably propylene glycol, present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 10%, preferably about 3% to about 8% by weight of the composition;
- binder is water, present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 10%, preferably about 3% to about 8% by weight of the composition.
5. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition further comprises a chelating agent, colorant and fragrance, wherein:
- chelating agent is a water softener tetra sodium EDTA, present in an amount ranging from about 0.01% to about 0.5% by weight of the composition;
-colorant is selected from the group comprising of natural permitted colors like apple green, pink, yellow and blue, present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 1% by weight of the composition; and
- fragrance is selected from the group comprising of lily, jasmine, mogra, rose, lavender and lemon, present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 7%, preferably about 0.5% to about 5% by weight of the composition.
6. A rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising:
a) TEA Lauryl surfactant 44.45%;
b) Tergitol 15%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 10%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
7. A rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising:
a) Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate 35%;
b) Tergitol 20.45%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 14%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
8. A rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising:
a) TEA Lauryl surfactant 35%;
b) Tergitol 20.45%;
c) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 14%;
d) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
e) Propylene glycol 5%;
f) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
g) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
h) Water 5%;
i) Mogra fragrance 10%; and
j) Apple green colorant 0.5%.
9. A rinse-free fabric cleaner composition comprising:
a) Sodium Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonate 30%;
b) Ammonium Lauryl Ether Sulfate 10%;
c) Tergitol 19.95%;
d) Cocamidopropyl betaine (CPAB) 10%;
e) Sodium Benzoate 5%;
f) Propylene glycol 5%;
g) Benzisothiazolinone (BIT-20) 5%;
h) Tetra sodium EDTA 0.05;
i) Water 5%;
j) Mogra fragrance 9.5%; and
k) Apple green colorant 0.5%.