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Upcycled biosurfactants, sustainable by design
Kensing’s new grades of biosurfactants, Regenyl™ and Revolis™, are surface-active ingredients entirely made by upcycling waste feedstocks.
These surface-active agents are produced through fermentation, thanks to an expert control of microorganisms, extraction, and purification. Thanks to the integration of waste feedstocks, the environmental impact of our palm-free, low-carbon, high-purity biosurfactants is significantly lower than that of competitors’ products made using virgin feedstocks.
Enabling ESG progress through biosurfactant solutions
The cleaning industry is at a critical juncture. Regulators, customers, and investors are pushing for meaningful reductions in environmental impact while maintaining performance and cost competitiveness. Scope 3 emissions dominate, and 2030 timelines leave little room for incremental change.
Simple feedstock substitution is insufficient: replacing palm oil with other virgin crops increases land use and shifts, rather than reduces, the burden. Even when fatty chains are more sustainably sourced, petrochemical intermediates remain necessary in conventional surfactant production and continue to drive a significant share of the carbon footprint.
True decarbonization, therefore, requires addressing the full molecular footprint.
Upcycled biosurfactants, derived from waste-based feedstocks, are Kensing’s answer: a differentiated pathway to help the industry meet its ambitious targets.
Average Scope 3 Absolute Emissions reduction required by 2030 to meet Net Zero[1]
more land is required if palm is replaced by other virgin crops[2-6]
Petro-based intermediates can impact significantly a surfactants’ carbon footprint[3]
Upcycling Impact: By the Numbers
Not all biosurfactants are inherently more sustainable. Those produced from virgin feedstocks can exhibit carbon footprints comparable to synthetic surfactants. A meaningful environmental advantage is only achieved when waste-based feedstocks are incorporated into the manufacturing process, enabling a demonstrably improved sustainability profile.
Our offer enables customers to showcase credible sustainability claims:
Upcycled biosurfactants brands
Regenyl™
Glycolipids biosurfactant for Personal Care formulations. Delivers gentle cleansing and a smooth skin feel.
Revolis™
Glycolipids biosurfactant for Home and Industrial cleaning. Provides powerful degreasing and surface cleaning performance.
Samples are for R&D use only, not for commercial sale.
Regenyl™
Regenyl™ is a glycolipids biosurfactant manufactured by fermentation using upcycled bio-based feedstocks. Its low toxicity profile, and compatibility with conventional surfactants, make it ideal for body lotions, liquid hand soaps, and makeup removers, where eye safety, and mildness to the skin and scalp are essential.
Products
Regenyl™ A-50
Regenyl™ L-50
Revolis™
Revolis™ is a glycolipids biosurfactant manufactured by fermentation using upcycled bio-based feedstocks. Designed for detergency, it is well-suited for degreasers, surface cleaners, and dishwashing liquids requiring effective and reliable cleaning.
Products
Revolis™ A-50
Revolis™ L-50
Biosurfactants Applications
Personal Care:
Home Care:
Find the Right Biosurfactant Solution
Our commercial and technical teams support you in selecting the most effective upcycled biosurfactant system for your formulation needs in Personal Care or Home and Industrial & Institutional cleaning.
Request a free sample for R&D use by filling out the form >>
Sources:
- Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard, V1.3.
- Meijaard, et al. (IUCN). Palm Oil and Biodiversity report; Issues Brief.
- World Resources Institute (2025). Forest Pulse: Primary forest loss in 2024. Forest Declaration Assessment (2025). 2025 Progress Report.
- WRI & Global Forest Watch (2026). Regional Dashboard: SE Asia.
- European Commission (2025). Regulation (EU) 2025/2650. (EUDR application date Dec 30, ‘26).
- Schowanek, et al. “Life cycle inventories for surfactants in European detergents.” Int J Life Cycle Assess.
