Surface Active Agents: Historical Perspectives and Future Developments

The production and use of surface active agents have seen various evolutions over time, yet rarely, if ever, has this information been collated in one place.

Covering all surfactant classes in a clear and concise style, from their properties and applications to an overview of the evolution of their production processes, this book is a comprehensive overview of the field. It is both a record of important documents and intellectual property as well as a springboard for possible future developm...