Insights
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...
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...
Bioethylene from Ethanol
Ethylene is a foundational petrochemical used to produce plastics (especially polyethylene), solvents, and antifreeze. Global production exceeds 220...
Renewable Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB)
Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a type of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) — a biodegradable polyester naturally synthesized by microorganisms as an...
Bio-based Fumaric Acid
Fumaric acid is a four-carbon unsaturated dicarboxylic acid used in food acidulants (E297), resins, polyesters, and pharmaceuticals. Conventionally...
Biobased Epoxy Resins Production from Epoxidized Vegetable Oils
Epoxy resins are widely used in coatings, adhesives, composites, electronics, and construction due to their strong chemical resistance, thermal...
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...