Research

Chemical Sciences

Title :

Synthesis of surfactants by employment of renewable feedstock for industrial applications.

Area of research :

Chemical Sciences

Focus area :

Sustainable Chemistry

Principal Investigator :

Ms. Tanvi Phoolchand Gupta, Institute Of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, Maharashtra (400019)

Timeline Start Year :

2024

Timeline End Year :

2028

Contact info :

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Executive Summary :

The study aims to create an eco-friendly surfactant using renewable feedstocks to reduce environmental impact. Current industrial methods use petroleum-sourced raw materials due to their ease of production and cost-effectiveness. The research proposes a method that is efficient, cost-effective, and derived from sustainable feedstocks and less hazardous chemicals. Surfactants will be synthesized using economically sustainable sources, and their applicability in various industrial applications will be investigated using physicochemical parameters. The project aims to develop a technique that is cost-effective, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and reduces environmental impact.

Total Budget (INR):

28,55,520

Organizations involved