Surfactants are substances which have molecules attracted by water on the one hand and pushed by water and attracted by the oil. In this way, these substances ensure that water and oil which do not mix with each other normally work together. These substances used in cleaning work reduce the surface tension of the water and ensure that protein and carbohydrate based dirt and fats break off from the contaminated surface and do not collapse again. Such substances are most commonly used in detergents, fabric softeners, shampoos, hair conditioners and toothpastes.

Surfactants are generally produced from petroleum derivatives and are synthetic, but are also available in varieties produced from vegetable or animal oils.

Synthetic products are toxic to underwater life until they are biodegradable. Some of them do not break down easily and some of them react with chemicals in the atmosphere and show a carcinogenic effect. They can cause redness, dryness and itching in the human body. Some of them irritate the skin.

In cleaning works carried out with cationic active substances, due to the antiseptic properties of these substances, there is much later pollination in the environment after cleaning. These materials also have the ability to remove dirt, but the cost is high.

Cationic active agents are also used in fabric softening products. This material is attracted to the negatively charged areas formed on the fabrics by the positively charged ions in their structures. Clinging to these areas creates a feeling that the fabric is softer. In fact, the cationic active substance does not really soften the laundry, it just gives the feeling that it is softer by clinging to the laundry.

Cationic active substance analysis is also performed within the scope of basic physical and chemical analyzes performed by accredited laboratories. It is very important that the laboratories to carry out these analyzes use state-of-the-art equipment and equipment and employ experienced and trained engineers and technicians.