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Itaconate surfactant surface active systems: UnileverRecent Research Landscape

Skin and fabric irritation from aggressive cleansing agents increases consumer dissatisfaction and product liability. These innovations engineer specific surfactant ratios to lower the critical micelle concentration and reduce monomer-induced irritation.

What technical problems is Unilever addressing in Itaconate surfactant surface active systems?

Insufficient surfactant cleaning efficiency

(5)evidences

Dermal sensitivity and barrier disruption caused by aggressive cleansing agents. Reducing this irritation allows for frequent use without compromising skin integrity.

Textile soil redeposition

(5)evidences

Insufficient removal of soils and stains from surfaces. Enhancing cleaning efficacy ensures competitive product utility and consumer satisfaction.

Insufficient cleaning efficacy

(3)evidences

Inadequate breakdown of stubborn fats during manual cleaning. Improving cleaning efficiency reduces physical effort and water consumption.

Insufficient soil removal efficiency

(3)evidences

Incomplete removal of particulates during domestic laundering leads to graying and fabric degradation. Preventing soil reattachment maintains textile integrity and aesthetic longevity.

Inadequate cleaning efficacy

(3)evidences

Suboptimal interfacial tension and poor substrate wetting limit the efficacy of standard cleaning agents. Improving soil detachment efficiency enhances cleaning performance across diverse surfaces.