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Surfactants - surface active agents

The dynamic development of the surfactant industry is possible by the manufacturers’ focus on designing and developing innovative products used both in the production of consumer goods and in the technological processes.

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Alkyl esters

Alkyl esters are formed as a result of the esterification reaction of an alkyl polyol (alcohol) with carboxylic acids. Their distinctive properties are due to the presence of the -C(=O)O- functional group. Esters come in various combinations depending on the substrates used in the reaction – methyl, ethyl, derivatives of vegetable oils or glycerol. They are components of natural wax.

An example of an alkyl ester is alkyl benzoate (C12-15) formed by the reaction of benzoic acid with C12-C15 alcohols.It is mainly used in the broad cosmetics industry, mainly in personal hygiene products.The versatility of the ester is due to its antimicrobial, caring and protective properties.