Abstract: The invention concerns powdered detergent compositions that display less malodour and less degradation than known powdered detergent compositions, these compositions comprise at least surfactants, sequestrants and/or anti-oxidants, while also heavy metal ions are present. Other components such as support material, soaps, bound water, builders and perfumes can also be present. The invention also concerns a process to make these compositions wherein specific components are added to a mixer through different ports of addition situated downstream from each other.