| abstract |
Provided is a biologically derived surfactant having biodegradability and environmental harmony, but relatively stable. Since 2-acyloxyethanephosphonic acid or a salt thereof is derived from a natural product isolated from cyanobacteria, it is expected to have few environmental problems, and its chemical structure is simple. It can also be easily synthesized and has a surface activity. As a surfactant, detergent, emulsifier, wetting agent, dispersant, solubilizer, etc., toiletries, cosmetics, agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, Useful in detergent and bioscience fields. [Selection figure] None |