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Furandicarboxylic Acid (FDCA)

FDCA is a bio-based platform chemical that serves as a renewable alternative to terephthalic acid (TPA), the key monomer in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) production. When polymerized with ethylene glycol, FDCA forms polyethylene furanoate (PEF) — a 100% bio-based...

Vanillin Production from Lignin via Enzymatic or Chemical Conversion

Vanillin, the primary component of vanilla flavor, is widely used in food, beverages, fragrances, and pharmaceuticals. Traditionally sourced from vanilla beans or synthesized from petrochemicals (like guaiacol), vanillin can also be produced from lignin — an abundant,...

Polyethylene Furanoate (PEF) Production from FDCA and Ethylene Glycol

Polyethylene furanoate (PEF) is a 100% bio-based polyester made from 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) and ethylene glycol (EG). Often dubbed the “bio-PET alternative,” PEF offers superior gas barrier properties, higher mechanical strength, and full recyclability....

Bio-based Paraxylene

Paraxylene (p-xylene) is a vital aromatic hydrocarbon, primarily used to manufacture polyethylene terephthalate (PET)—which is essential in...

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Erythritol from Fermentation

Erythritol is a zero-calorie polyol (sugar alcohol) widely used as a natural sweetener in food and beverage industries. With around 60–70% sweetness...

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Bio-based Styrene

Styrene (C₈H₈) is a vital monomer used in the production of polystyrene, ABS plastics, and synthetic rubbers. Currently produced via dehydrogenation...

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Renewable Acetone

Acetone (C₃H₆O) is a widely used industrial solvent and chemical intermediate, essential in producing acrylic plastics, synthetic fibers,...

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Bio-based Phenol

Phenol, a crucial aromatic compound, is used to produce bisphenol-A (BPA), phenolic resins, and nylon intermediates. Traditionally derived from...

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Renewable Polyamide

Polyamides (PAs), commonly known as nylons, are high-performance polymers used in textiles, automotive parts, electronics, and industrial...

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Nylon 11 from Castor Oil

Nylon 11, also known as polyamide 11 (PA11), is a high-performance engineering plastic known for its chemical resistance, flexibility, and...

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Bioethylene from Ethanol

Ethylene is a foundational petrochemical used to produce plastics (especially polyethylene), solvents, and antifreeze. Global production exceeds 220...

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Bio-based Fumaric Acid

Fumaric acid is a four-carbon unsaturated dicarboxylic acid used in food acidulants (E297), resins, polyesters, and pharmaceuticals. Conventionally...

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Bio-based Succinic Acid

Succinic acid, a four-carbon dicarboxylic acid, is a high-demand platform chemical used in biodegradable plastics, coatings, solvents, and food...

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