Impact of Non-Palm Triglyceride Feedstocks on Surfactant Properties and Consumer Product Applications

Abstract: Increased demand and sustainability concerns for palm derivatives, which include the major plant-based feedstocks for surfactants in household, personal care, and I&I applications, is anticipated to cause supply concerns over the next decade. This article reviews the impact of the fatty acid alkyl chain length and unsaturation and resulting physical properties from non-palm feedstocks on formulation, processing, and functionality. Potential adjustments and their limitations are also discussed.