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Our laundry detergent tests show that some laundry detergents deal especially well with specific stains, such as ring around the collar, grass, tea, chocolate, or clay. But most people need a laundry detergent that can tackle a wide range of common stains. If you're looking for information about laundry detergents, Consumer Reports is your best resource. Use our laundry detergent buying guide to learn about the laundry detergent features that are most important to consider. We also provide Ratings and recommendations on the best high-efficiency and conventional types of laundry detergent.