- In September 2024, Evonik introduced TEGO Wet 570 Terra and TEGO Wet 580 Terra, biosurfactants derived entirely from natural resources. These products enhance performance in coatings and inks by improving pigment wetting, reducing grinding time, and meeting EU Ecolabel standards
- In October 2023, Sasol Chemicals introduced Carinex and Livinex, biosurfactants targeting the personal and home care sectors. Developed in partnership with UK biotech start-up Holiferm, these products are derived from natural, palm-free oils and sugars using fermentation. Carinex is aimed at personal care applications, while Livinex targets home care, technical, institutional, and industrial cleaning sectors. Both are fully biodegradable and serve as detergents, dispersants, emulsifiers, foaming agents, or wetting agents in various products
- In October 2022, BASF and Hannong Chemicals announced plans to establish a joint venture, BASF Hannong Chemicals Solutions Ltd., to produce non-ionic surfactants in the Asia Pacific region. BASF will hold a 51% stake, with Hannong Chemicals owning 49%. The facility will be located at the Daejuk site in Korea's Daesan Industrial Complex. This collaboration aims to meet the increasing demand for non-ionic surfactants in sectors such as home care, personal care, and industrial applications across Asia
- In January 2021, it was projected that the global oilfield surfactants market would reach approximately $798 million by 2025, driven by increased demand in enhanced oil recovery activities and a growing interest in bio-based, environmentally friendly surfactants
