Amyris, Wilmar plan partnership to replace phased-out surfactants

In California, Amyris is planning to establish a collaboration with Wilmar International for the development and worldwide commercialization of surfactants derived from Amyris Biofene to be used in consumer packaged goods, personal care products and industrial applications.

The two companies expect the surfactants will replace nonylphenol ethoxylate surfactants, whose use is being either phased out or restricted by regulatory agencies around the world.  The collaboration will start with a feasibility study.  Dependant on the outcome, Amyris and Wilmar will form a joint venture, using Wilmar’s established channels to market.