Technology
Turning Food Waste into Biosurfactants
Through our proprietary BioEterna™ process, we combine principles of precision fermentation and synthetic biology to transform food waste streams into natural, biodegradable surfactants that replace synthetic ingredients, without the environmental cost.
What are biosurfactants?
Biosurfactants are natural, soap-like substances made by microbes, such as bacteria and fungi. Just like traditional surfactants, they help mix two phases that don’t mix, such as oil and water, by latching onto oily particles with tiny structures called micelles, breaking them down for easier cleaning and removal.
Simply put, biosurfactants are structurally different but functionally the same as conventional surfactants.
Economical
High-value and cost-effective, we prioritize performance and creating economical value for you
Biodegradable
Our products are completely biodegradable and eco-friendly
Highly-Compatible
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Why It Matters
With the abundance of waste present around us, we are shifting towards a more sustainable approach based on a circular economy to reduce reliance on Earth’s natural resources.
Sustainable by design. Proven by results.
Our technology makes it easier than ever before for brands to build products that align with a circular, low-impact future and keep up with tightening regulations around the globe. We don’t do greenwashing, we do green chemistry.
Introducing PuraSurf M™
PuraSurf M™ is the first member of the PuraSurf™ family, and the world’s first biosurfactant made entirely from food-waste.
Designed to deliver powerful cleaning, foaming, and emulsifying performance, PuraSurf M™ offers a sustainable alternative to synthetic and bio-based surfactants derived from palm or petroleum.
It integrates smoothly into formulations with minor adjustments, enabling formulators to meet both performance and sustainability goals.
Meet PuraSurf M™
Applications
At Dispersa, we offer a range of natural and economical biosurfactants that can replace the existing synthetic/petroleum-based surfactants in your products. Our biosurfactants can be integrated in your product line to deliver a 100% green value.
Biosurfactants are known for their pleasant skin softening feeling which comes with their naturally sourced origins. You can replace or introduce our eco-friendly ingredients into your cosmetics product line, from shampoos, to moisturizers, micellar water, and more. We can help you achieve a 100%-natural seal on your products with our bio-ingredients.
FAQs
What are biosurfactants and how do they work?
Biosurfactants are naturally-derived surfactants that disperse oil. The molecules envelope oil particles – hydrocarbons – in a structure called micelles, breaking down and separating them for ease of removal.
What is the difference between surfactants and biosurfactants?
The main difference is in how they are produced – surfactants (ie; synthetic) are typically derived from petroleum or palm via chemical processes , while biosurfactants are derived from biological organisms. The specific molecular structures differ, however functionally they play the same role.
Are there microbes in your final product?
No, there are no microbes in our final products – our surfactants are meticulously extracted from the fermentation process, ensuring no microbial traces.
If you are interested in exploring how our technology can make your products greener, contact us.