Abstract: By the inclusion of an effective level of a layered clay, e.g. a synthetic hectorite, in an enzymatic dishwashing composition, the formation of spots and films on the cleaned objects is significantly reduced.

Abstract: The use of a layered clay in a non-enzymatic dish-washing composition with a reduced pH of 9-11 provides for a significant reduction of spot and film formation on the cleaned articles.

Abstract: The use of a layered clay, e.g. a synthetic hectorite, in a non-enzymatic machine dishwashing composition provides for a significant reduction of spot and film formation.

Abstract: Effervescent bleach activator granules for use in washing and/or bleaching compositions comprising a bleach activator, a peroxoborate and a binding material are disclosed. Preferred granules include an alkali metal perborate monohydrate, preferably in a proportion at least equal to the amount of the bleach activator. These granules have the advantage that the reduction of mechanical loss when used in washing machines combined with a fast dissolution of and reaction between the bleach activator and the percompound in close proximity at a high local pH should improve the bleach performance, particularly in the low/medium temperature range, to a substantial degree.