The world’s first magnetic soap has been produced and it could dramatically improve pollution clean-ups.

Scientists from the University of Bristol made the soap by dissolving iron in chloride and bromide ions, very similar to those found in everyday mouthwash or fabric conditioner.

Amazingly, the soap responded to a magnetic field, which raises the possibility of producing pollution-fighting detergents that can be lifted back out of sensitive environments.

Watch for home cleaning solutions coming soon.