Overview
HoneySurf® LF is a low-foaming, lactonic sophorolipid biosurfactant developed through a natural fermentation process using sustainable, non-GMO feedstocks.
Manufactured in the UK and stocked in the U.S., it delivers excellent degreasing and emulsification capabilities while maintaining a mild, skin-friendly profile. With its low carbon footprint, full biodegradability, and renewable origin, HoneySurf® LF supports safe, high-performance formulations in both consumer and industrial markets.
Certified as 100% natural origin under ISO 16128, this biosurfactant is particularly suited for eco-friendly and clean-label product lines that avoid palm-derived ingredients, sulfates, and ethoxylates. Its low-foam character makes it an ideal choice where foam control and rinseability are critical.
Applications
HoneySurf® LF is optimized for low-foam cleaning applications, particularly where strong degreasing and emulsification are required, including:
- Home Care: laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids (manual and automatic), general-purpose and hard surface cleaners, fabric care products
- I&I Cleaning: industrial degreasers, low-foam institutional cleaners
- Green Formulations: compatible with other biobased surfactants and eco-label ingredient systems
Key Benefits
- Excellent degreasing and emulsification performance
- Low foaming, ideal for machine-wash and rinse-off products
- Extremely mild on skin, microbiome-compatible
- Non-damaging to plastics or sensitive surfaces
- Readily biodegradable and non-toxic
- Low carbon footprint, UK-sourced and manufactured
- Fully compatible with high-natural formulations
- Palm-free, sulfate-free, and ethoxylate-free formulation option
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value / Range | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Lactonic Sophorolipid | — |
| Appearance at 21°C | Amber, clear liquid | — |
| Color (Gardner) | ≤ 8.5 | ASTM D1544 |
| Sophorolipid Content | 55–65% by mass | HPLC |
| Fatty Acid Content | ≤ 10% by mass | Calculated |
| Water Content | 25–40% by mass | DIN EN ISO 3251 |
| pH | 4–7 | — |
| Viscosity | 300–1500 mPa·s | ASTM D7042 |
