1610s, from Latin detergentem (nominative detergens), present participle of detergere "to wipe away, cleanse," from de- "off, away" (see de-) + tergere "to rub, polish, wipe.& [..]

"detergent substance," 1670s, from detergent (adj.).

In lubrication, either an additive or a compounded lubricant having the property of keeping insoluble matter in suspension thus preventing its deposition where it would be harmful. A detergent may als [..]

liquid soap concentrate used as a: 1. wetting agent for sprays and water 2. pesticide. Note: Detergent must be totally organic to be safe for plants.

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One of several drilling fluid additives that reduces clay balling and keeps tooling clean.

A detergent is a material intended to assist cleaning. The term is sometimes used to differentiate between soap and other surface-active chemical cleaning agents widely used in industry and laundering [..]

An additive which chemically neutralizes acidic contaminants in the oil before they become insoluble and fall out of the oil to form sludge. Particles are kept finely divided so that they can remain d [..]

A water-soluble cleansing agent, other than soap.

Surface-active compounds or formulation added to the water that serve to cleanse skin, such as soap for instance.

Chemical that removes soils but does not sterilise equipment.

Cleansing substance, especially a synthetic liquid that dissolves dirt and oil.

Detergent is similar to soap and is used for washing food preparation surfaces and equipment to remove grease, dirt and grime from surfaces. It only removes some surface bacteria and does not kill bacteria.

A chemical used to remove grease, dirt and food, such as washing-up liquid.

(n) a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering(n) a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension(adj) having cleansing power

  A cleansing agent.

A synthetic cleansing agent resembling soap in its ability to remove a soil from a surface.

Illustrated Glossary of Organic Chemistry Detergent: A substance or mixture intended to assist cleaning. Sodium dodecylsulfate (also called sodium lauryl sulfate) is an anionic surfactant and common s [..]

Synthetic washing agent that helps to remove dirt and oil. Some contain compounds which kill useful bacteria and encourage algae growth when they are in wastewater that reaches receiving waters. (EPA [..]

Synthetic washing agent that helps to remove dirt and oil. Some contain compounds which kill useful bacteria and encourage algae growth when they are in wastewater that reaches receiving waters.

Synthetic washing agent that helps to remove dirt and oil. Some contain compounds which kill useful bacteria and encourage algae growth when they are in wastewater that reaches receiving waters.

Purifying or cleansing agents, usually Salts of long-chain aliphatic bases or Acids, that exert cleansing (oil-dissolving) and antimicrobial effects through a surface action that depends on possessing [..]

Additive to keep engine parts clean. In motor oil formulations, the most commonly used detergents are metallic soaps with a reserve of alkalinity to neutralize acids formed during combustion.

A detergent is a type of surfactant. Essentially, a detergent is any surfactant that is not a soap.

A cleansing substance, especially a liquid soap.

Made up of soap or synthetic substitute, facilitates removal of grease and food particles from food contact surfaces, making them accessible to the action of disinfectants.

Chemical, such as washing-up liquid, used to assist with the removal of grease, dirt and food from utensils or equipment. Detergents do not kill bacteria. Detergents work best in clean, hot water.

The term detergent is used to describe both the basic surface active agents and finished products. The finished products are synthesized chemically from a variety of raw materials derived from petrole [..]

A chemical used to remove grease, dirt and food, such as washing-up liquid.

A surface active compound made from petroleum-based hydrocarbons.

A chemical which dissolves grease, it acts as an aid in cleaning.

Detergents are compounds that are derived from sulfur-containing organic acids that are cleansing to wounds, ulcers or skin itself.  

A chemical of mixture of chemicals made of soap or synthetic substitutes. Used for the removal of grease and food particles from dishes, utensils and food equipment. Its use promotes cleanliness so th [..]

A chemical which dissolves grease, it acts as an aid in cleaning. Disinfectant:

Generally a soap comprised of many chemicals that strip away oils and proteins while lathering better than soaps.  While they do not leave residue like soaps will, they can be rather harsh on the skin [..]

A cleaning agent. Usually, the term detergent refers to a prepared compound that may include surfactants, builders, dry solvents, softeners, brighteners, fragrances, etc. but does not include true soa [..]

synthetic washing agent that helps remove dirt and oil. Some contain compounds toxic to bacteria that are useful in the wastewater treatment process; other contain nutrients such as phosphorous tha [..]

a synthetic cleansing agent resembling soap; has the ability to emulsify oil and remove dirt; contains surfactants that do not precipitate in hard water.

in lubrication, either an additive or a compounded lubricant having the property of keeping insoluble matter in suspension thus preventing its deposition where it would be harmful. A detergent may also redisperse deposits already formed.

A surface active agent used to remove dirt and grease from a surface. Soap is a detergent.

DISPERSANT

Any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant.