E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
GLUCAN FIBER COMPOSITIONS FOR USE IN LAUNDRY CARE AND FABRIC CARE

Abstract:

An enzymatically produced .alpha.-glucan oligomer/polymer compositions is provided. The enzymatically produced .alpha.-glucan oligomer/polymers can be derivatized into .alpha.-glucan ether compounds. The .alpha.-glucan oligomers/polymers and the corresponding .alpha.-glucan ethers are cellulose and/or protease resistant, making them suitable for use in fabric care and laundry care applications. Methods for the production and use of the present compositions are also provided.