Biosurfactants: The green generation of speciality chemicals and potential production using Solid-State fermentation (SSF) technology

Surfactants are multipurpose products found in most sectors of contemporary industry. Their large-scale manufacturing has been mainly carried out using traditional chemical processes. Some the species involved their production considered hazardous and some industrial processes employing them categorised as “having potential negative impact on environment”. Biological surfactants have therefore generally accepted worldwide suitable sustainable greener alternatives. Biosurfactants exhibit same functionalities synthetic analogues while having ability to synergize with other molecules improving performances; this strengthens possibility reaching different markets via innovative formulations. Recently, use was suggested help combat Covid-19. In review, an analysis recent bibliography is presented descriptions, statistics, classifications, applications, advantages, challenges; evincing reasons why biosurfactants can be specialities future. Finally, uses solid-state fermentation a technology for presented.