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Researchers invent ‘Perfect’ Soap molecule that is Better for the Environment, cleans in all conditions

The OFS soap molecules made from renewable sources could dramatically reduce the number of chemicals in cleaning products and their impact on the environment. Credit: Paul J. Dauenhauer, University of Minnesota

The OFS soap molecules made from renewable sources could dramatically reduce the number of chemicals in cleaning products and their impact on the environment. Credit: Paul J. Dauenhauer, University of Minnesota

A team has invented a new soap molecule made from renewable sources that could dramatically reduce the number of chemicals in cleaning products and their impact on the environment. The soap molecules also worked better than some conventional soaps in challenging conditions such as cold and hard water. The technology has been patented by the University of Minnesota and is licensed to the new Minnesota-based startup company Sironix Renewables.

“Our team created a soap molecule made from natural products, like soybeans, coconut and corn, that works better than regular soaps and is bett...

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