Surface, aggregation properties and antimicrobial activity of four novel thiourea-based non-ionic surfactants

- Novel thiourea-based non-ionic surfactants were synthesized and investigated.
- Spectrophtometric and pendant drop techniques were used to evaluate their CMC in ethanol and toluene.
- Besides cleaning agents these surfactants possess good antimicrobial activities.
- The incorporation of thiourea-based group enhances their role in soil fertility.
- These surfactants are economical and environmentally friendly.