JOURNAL OF SHANDONG UNIVERSITY(NATURAL SCIENCE) ›› 2025, Vol. 60 ›› Issue (10): 13-22.doi: 10.6040/j.issn.1671-9352.0.2025.168

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Synthesis and application of biosurfactants

HAN Xinxin, LI Mengqi, ZHANG Peiyu*, CUI Jiwei*   

  1. Key Laboratory of Collid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, Shandong University, Jinan 250100, Shandong, China
  • Published:2025-10-17

Abstract: In the intersection of chemistry and biotechnology, biosurfactants have emerged as key candidates to replace traditional chemical surfactants due to their inherent advantages, including biodegradability, low toxicity and environmental friendliness. Derived from microorganisms, plants, and animals, these natural molecules possess unique structural characteristics that confer superior physicochemical properties. This paper systematically reviews the classification of biosurfactants and focuses on a comparative analysis of their manufacturing processes. Furthermore, integrating recent research advances, it discusses the application prospects of biosurfactants in fields such as petroleum extraction, food and medicine, and environmental remediation. The insights presented herein aims to provide a theoretical foundation for advancing biosurfactant technology innovation.

Key words: biosurfactant, synthesis, application

CLC Number: 

  • O648
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