Glyceryl ether compounds and their use

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series – Organic compounds – Carboxylic acid esters

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ABSTRACT:
Glyceryl ether compounds prepared by the reaction of glycerol and olefin epoxides are disclosed. The compounds are renewable biomass-based surfactants useful as detergents and emulsifiers in formulations for cleaning, laundry, personal care, cosmetics, and industrial uses.

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