Insights
Cellulose Acetate
Cellulose acetate is a semi-synthetic polymer derived from cellulose, a natural polymer found in wood, cotton, and agricultural residues. It’s...
Renewable 1,4-Butanediol (BDO)
1,4-Butanediol (BDO) is a key platform chemical used in producing polyurethanes, polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), elastic fibers, solvents, and...
Biobased Hexamethylenediamine (HMDA)
Hexamethylenediamine (HMDA) is a key monomer in the production of nylon-6,6, polyurethane resins, coatings, and adhesives. Traditionally derived...
Renewable Ethyl Lactate
Ethyl lactate is a biodegradable solvent widely used in coatings, cleaning products, electronics manufacturing, and pharmaceutical applications....
Bio-based 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1,3-Propanediol (PDO) is a versatile diol used in the production of polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) for fibers and packaging, as well as in...
Lignocellulosic-derived Ethylene
Ethylene is a cornerstone of the petrochemical industry, used to produce polyethylene, ethylene oxide, ethylene dichloride (for PVC), and a wide...
Biobased Acetic Acid
Acetic acid, the simplest carboxylic acid after formic acid, is a vital building block in the chemical industry. It is used to produce vinyl acetate...
Bio-based Caprolactone
ε-Caprolactone is a key monomer used in producing biodegradable polyesters (like PCL), polyurethanes, adhesives, and biomedical materials....
Biobased Glycerol
Glycerol (or glycerin), a trihydroxy alcohol, is a widely used compound in personal care, pharmaceuticals, food, and chemical manufacturing. While...
Renewable Ethanol
Ethanol (C₂H₅OH) is a versatile bio-based chemical used as a fuel blend, solvent, and chemical feedstock. While traditionally derived from sugarcane...
Furfural from Agricultural Residues
Furfural (C₅H₄O₂) is a versatile platform chemical derived from lignocellulosic biomass, especially agricultural residues like corn cobs, rice husk,...
Malic Acid from Biomass
Malic acid, a C4-dicarboxylic acid naturally found in fruits like apples, is widely used in food and beverage (acidulant, flavor enhancer),...
Renewable Isobutene
Isobutene (C₄H₈), a high-value platform chemical, is used in gasoline additives (MTBE, ETBE), butyl rubber, cosmetic ingredients, and biofuels....
Bio-sourced Polyols
Polyols are essential building blocks for polyurethanes, coatings, elastomers, and personal care products. Conventionally derived from...
D-Mannitol from Biomass
D-Mannitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol used extensively in pharmaceuticals, food additives, oral care, and industrial fermentation. While...