What are alkyl polyglucosides (APG)?
Alkyl polyglucosides (APGs) are a unique class of non-ionic surfactants made from fatty alcohols derived from palm kernel oil or coconut oil, and glucose from corn. These biosurfactants offer a multitude of benefits ranging from excellent skin compatibility to streak-free cleaning.
1 Glucopon products do not contain ethylene oxide, therefore no 1,4-dioxane is expected.
2 Readily biodegradable” means ≥ 60% degradation within 28 days. Measured by the OECD 301
methods.
3 Renewable carbon index was calculated to be 100%
4 All Glucopon products are registered for use in Safer Choice products with the exception of
Glucopon 425
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Where can APGs be used in Home Care?
Hard Surface Cleaning
Streak-free performance and excellent skin cleaning. These are two reasons why APGs are the ideal
surfactant for hard surface cleaners.
See them in action in our video below.
Laundry
APGs can also be used in laundry detergents to complement or partially replace harsher surfactants. At
BASF, we offer the technical expertise needed to employ APGs in laundry applications.
See their performance here.
Dishwashing
These mild, high foaming ingredients are great in manual dish as they offer a cleaning experience –
without compromising sustainability.
Find out more about APGs in dish here.
Explore the power of Glucopon®
A diverse portfolio for all your cleaning needs
Life is messy and Glucopon® APGs are here to help tackle those moments. BASF offers eight different APGs to clean all the messes life throws at you and the expertise to help you use the right surfactant for your needs.
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