About Bio-surfactants
Bio-surfactants are amphiphilic compounds that are produced on the surfaces of living organisms (mostly microorganisms) or discharged extracellularly. They have both hydrophobic and hydrophilic parts, which makes them capable of reducing the surface tension between two liquid surfaces or a liquid and a solid surface. They can aggregate different interfaces of media with varying polarities. Apart from this, they also function as foaming agents, detergents, wetting agents, and emulsifiers. These functions make bio-surfactants a vital component in several industries such as agriculture, pharmaceutical, chemical cleaning, textile, food, and preservatives. They are biodegradable; with less toxicity; and effective in high temperature, pH, and salinity.

Technavio’s analysts forecast the global bio-surfactants market to grow at a CAGR of 6.02% during the period 2017-2021.

Covered in this report
The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global bio-surfactants market for 2017-2021. To calculate the market size, the report considers the retail selling price is considered as the average selling price of the product.

The market is divided into the following segments based on geography:
• APAC
• Europe
• North America
• ROW

Technavio's report, Global Bio-surfactants Market 2017-2021, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

Key vendors
• Akzo Nobel
• BASF
• Croda International
• Ecover
• Saraya
Other prominent vendors
• AGAE Technologies
• Clariant
• Evonik
• GlycoSurf
• Jeneil Biotech
• Kemin Industries
• Logos Technologies
• SEPPIC
• Stepan
• TensioGreen
Market driver
• Stringent government regulations
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Market challenge
• High price of bio-surfactants compared with traditional surfactants
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Market trend
• Potential use of marine origin bio-surfactant for cancer treatment

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Key questions answered in this report
• What will the market size be in 2021 and what will the growth rate be?
• What are the key market trends?
• What is driving this market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in this market space?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

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