The detergency sector is engaged in the manufacture and marketing of household and laundry cleaning and care products, such as detergents, fabric softeners, surface cleaners and disinfectants. Companies in the sector seek to develop increasingly effective, sustainable and environmentally-friendly formulas, using high-quality raw materials and innovative technologies.

The detergency industry is fundamental for preserving hygiene and health of people and spaces, and has a major impact on the global economy, generating employment and fueling growth of different related sectors.