Insights
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...
Bio-based Paraxylene
Paraxylene (p-xylene) is a vital aromatic hydrocarbon, primarily used to manufacture polyethylene terephthalate (PET)—which is essential in...
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...
Bio-based Styrene
Styrene (C₈H₈) is a vital monomer used in the production of polystyrene, ABS plastics, and synthetic rubbers. Currently produced via dehydrogenation...
Renewable Acetone
Acetone (C₃H₆O) is a widely used industrial solvent and chemical intermediate, essential in producing acrylic plastics, synthetic fibers,...
Bio-based Phenol
Phenol, a crucial aromatic compound, is used to produce bisphenol-A (BPA), phenolic resins, and nylon intermediates. Traditionally derived from...
Renewable Polyamide
Polyamides (PAs), commonly known as nylons, are high-performance polymers used in textiles, automotive parts, electronics, and industrial...
1,3-Propanediol from Corn Sugar
1,3-Propanediol (PDO) is a versatile biobased diol used primarily in polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT), solvents, cosmetics, and personal care...
Bio-acrylic Acid: Renewable Routes to a Versatile Polymer Precursor
Acrylic acid is a vital industrial chemical used in superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) for diapers, coatings, adhesives, and textiles. Traditionally...
Glycolic Acid from Biomass: A Sustainable Route to High-Purity AHA
Glycolic acid (GA) is a high-demand α-hydroxy acid used in cosmetics, cleaners, biodegradable polymers, and drug delivery systems. Traditionally...