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What are Surfac APG's?

As Clean Beauty requirements continue to evolve, formulators are increasingly seeking surfactant systems that deliver proven performance, regulatory compliance, and improved skin compatibility.

Surfachem’s own-brand SURFAC® Alkyl Polyglucosides (APGs) are designed to meet these technical demands.

SURFAC® APGs are non-ionic surfactants derived from renewable, plant-based raw materials, offering excellent mildness, strong detergency, and broad formulation compatibility across rinse-off applications.

SURFAC® Personal Care Portfolio – Technical Overview


SURFAC® Decyl Glucoside MB

High foaming, exceptionally mild surfactant suitable for sensitive skin and scalp formulations.

SURFAC® Coco Glucoside MB
Delivers robust foam and is widely used in sulfate-free surfactant systems.

SURFAC® Lauryl Glucoside MB
Generates dense, creamy foam and is commonly used to improve mildness and viscosity in shampoo and body wash formulations.

SURFAC® Cap Capryl Glucoside MB
Effective solubiliser for fragrances and essential oils, with excellent wetting and emulsification performance.

SURFAC® PO 65 MB
Lipid layer enhancer (Coco-Glucoside & Glyceryl Oleate blend) designed to replenish the skin’s lipid barrier and improve after feel in rinse off formulations.

Key Formulation Benefits

✔ 100% readily biodegradable
✔ RSPO MB certified options available
✔ Sulfate-free; compliant with ECOCERT & COSMOS standards
✔ Naturally derived, plant-based raw materials
✔ Compatible with anionic, amphoteric, and non-ionic surfactants

Looking to optimise surfactant performance while meeting sustainability and regulatory targets? Our technical team can support formulation development to help you Deliver Chemistry for a Better Life™.

How Surfachem Can Support You

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For support with any of the above or to start your product development journey, contact us here.

Monday, 02 February 2026

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