Palm-based Body Wash
Rising environmental concerns and stricter regulatory frameworks are driving the demand for bio- based raw materials across various sectors, such as laundry, personal care and cosmetics. The growing demand for bio-based raw materials in particular surfactant, is expected to boost the demand for methyl ester sulphonates (MES), a renewable, palm oil derived surfactant, eco-friendly and better performance and available locally. MES offers several advantages such as high detergency in hard water conditions, readily biodegradable nature and low toxicity, which give MES an advantage over their traditional rival surfactant.
Main researcher: Dr. Yusrabbil Amiyati Yusof
E-mail: amiyati@mpob.gov.my