A class of surfactants <i>via</i> PEG modification of the oleate moiety of lactonic sophorolipids: synthesis, characterisation and application
Joseph K. Ogunjobi, Con Robert McElroy, James H. Clark, David W. Thornthwaite, Osaretin E. Omoruyi, Thomas J. Farmer
Abstract
A family of new bio-based surfactants have been prepared via the epoxidation and PEGylation of lactonic sophorolipids. This modification enhances their performance and diversifying their potential applications.
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MoietyPEG ratioClass (philosophy)ChemistryPEG 400Combinatorial chemistryOrganic chemistryComputer sciencePolyethylene glycolFinanceEconomicsArtificial intelligenceSynthetic Organic Chemistry Methodsbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesPolyoxometalates: Synthesis and Applications