This invention relates to an antimicrobial particle and a process for preparing the same. These bipolar antimicrobial particles may be used in laundry detergent compositions, fabric conditioners, personal care and cosmetic compositions. In view of the foregoing, it is an object of the present invention to provide a stabile antimicrobial agent immobilised on a carrier particle. It is a further objective to provide an antimicrobial particle with improved retention to the fabric so that larger amounts of antimicrobial will be available even after rinsing. Surprisingly it has been found that antimicrobial molecules tagged by surface reaction onto naturally occurring asymmetric clay surfaces, act as an antimicrobial particle with improved retention properties with improved stability.
