Usually, paraffins, iso paraffins and kerosene, which are toxic, combustible and non-friendly to the ecosystem, are used to formulate waterless hand cleaner (Klotz et al., 2002). Due to implication of environmental regulations, natural solvents are finding a place in market applications. A report by MarketResearch.com indicated that due to environmental concern, there is demand for replacement of traditional with alternative solvent (www.marketresearch.com). Renewable resources also have the advantages over petrochemicals especially in terms of safety to users and other environmental consideration (Hill, 2000).

Main Research: Cik Asiah Ahmad