About AmphiStar
Located in Frieda Saeysstraat, Gent, Amphistar operates as a leading cosmetic lab specializing in biosurfactant production through innovative biotechnology. The Belgian facility features:
- 15 m³ scale microbial fermentation capabilities
- Patented Starmerella bombicola yeast technology
- Production of 25+ distinct glycolipid biosurfactants
- Sustainable processing of first and second-generation biomass
From its Vlaams Gewest base, Amphistar produces biodegradable, sulfate-free ingredients for personal care, home care, and industrial applications across Europe.
Frequently asked questions
Amphistar produces biosurfactants through microbial fermentation at 15 m³ scale. The product line includes:
- Glycolipid biosurfactants
- 25 distinct variants
- Produced using Starmerella bombicola yeast
- Derived from bumblebee honey strains
- End-use applications
- Personal care formulations
- Home care products
- Industrial cleaners
- Textile processing
- Agricultural solutions
All products are biodegradable, sulfate-free, 1,4-dioxane free, and non-toxic.
The production system operates through these steps:
- Microbial fermentation
- Patented technology platform
- 15 m³ production scale
- Biological conversion process
- Process controls
- Strain maintenance protocols
- Fermentation parameters
- Product recovery methods
- Quality verification
- Analytical testing
- Performance validation
- Stability assessment
This process represents 0.5% of global surfactant production using biological methods.
Amphistar processes two categories of biomass feedstocks:
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The fermentation process converts these materials into surface-active compounds through biotechnology.
More details about AmphiStar
Innovative biotechnology at Amphistar
Located in Frieda Saeysstraat, Gent, Amphistar operates as a cosmetic lab and biotechnology company specializing in the development of sustainable biosurfactants. The Belgian firm has established itself as a leader in microbial fermentation technology.
Advanced biosurfactant production facility
At its Flemish headquarters, Amphistar operates a 15 m³ scale production facility where biomass is transformed into high-performance biosurfactants. The company employs a unique process using Starmerella bombicola yeast, sourced from bumblebee honey, to create 25 different glycolipid biosurfactants.
Sustainable raw material processing
The company processes both primary materials like glucose and fatty acids, and secondary resources including crude glycerine and food waste. This approach supports the circular economy while maintaining high production standards.
Product applications and characteristics
Amphistar produces biodegradable biosurfactants that are:
- Sulfate-free
- 1,4-dioxane free
- Non-toxic
These products serve various sectors including:
- Home care products
- Personal care items
- Industrial cleaning solutions
- Textile manufacturing
- Agricultural chemicals
Market position in Belgium
From its strategic location in Gent, Amphistar contributes to the growing biobased production sector. While global surfactant production reaches 20 million tonnes yearly, only 4% are fully biobased. This positions Amphistar at the forefront of sustainable chemical development in the Benelux region.
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