Researching sustainable biomaterials to replace conventional synthetic products for industrial and manufacturing applications.
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HeiQ AeoniQ™ is a cellulosic filament yarn developed as a sustainable alternative to polyester and nylon. This “Circular Cellulosic Yarn” matches the properties of fossil-based textiles, such as polyester, and can be processed, spin dyed, shaped and textured using standard textile processing equipment. HeiQ AeoniQ™ is derived from natural sources
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OriBond is a 100% bio-based thermosetting binding agent derived from annual crops. This material features a 2-component (resin + hardener) thermosetting binder system with water-resistant properties and a versatile curing range (from room temperature to 180°C). Applications for building, construction, and manufacturing processes include agglomerated panels (MDF, particleboard, OSB), high-pressure
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YOPP PHA pellets are bio-polyesters produced naturally from plant-based bacteria and other living organisms. To make YOPP PHA pellets, Mango Materials produces P3HB (Poly-hydroxybutryate), one of the many types of PHA, and formulates it with other additives that allow for enhanced properties and complete biodegradation. YOPP PHA is 100% bio-based,
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Luminy® PLA (poly lactic acid) is a 100% bio-based and biodegradable plastic derived from renewable resources, offering a reduced carbon footprint versus many traditional plastics. The Luminy portfolio from TotalEnergies Corbion (a joint venture) currently includes 10 PLA grades with different molecular weights across four categories differentiated by melt viscosity
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Vestamid® Terra products from Evonik are bio-based polyamides derived from Castor oil. These polymers are typically applied in injection molding, fibers, powder, extrusion, and films. Vestamid® Terra biopolyamides 610 and 1010 offer high-performance, durable, stable and renewable alternatives to fossil-based PAs in demanding applications for automotive, construction and textile markets.
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HallGreen® renewable esters are plant-derived plasticizers and polymer modifiers that can be used to improve the processing of both bio-based and synthetic materials. These bio-additives can be used in PLA, PHA, starch-based and other bio-polymers and hybrids as well as synthetic elastomers and PVC. HALLGREEN® modifiers improve processing by reducing
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Neossance™ Squalane is a bio-based emollient derived from a renewable sugarcane bio-fermentation process. Squalane works as a carrier oil in several personal care and cosmetic application, imparting several benefits including moisturizing, hydration, and anti-aging properties. The Neossance brand is part of the Aprinnova line and meets several quality and sustainability
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The Oleris® product range from Arkema features a range of oleochemicals and functional fatty acids derived from renewable castor oil. These 100% bio-based materials can be used to develop sustainable technologies for several different application areas, including cosmetics, synthetic lubricants, polymerization, flavors and fragrances, industrial markets, and more. The Oleris®
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EMEROX® Polyols are biobased, renewable polyols produced by Emery Oleochemicals with several grades for different polyurethane foam and CASE applications. Renewable content ranges from 45 – 99%, with several products certified by the USDA. These polyols are produced via Emery’s proprietary ozonolysis technology and deliver improved performance, better efficiencies and
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UPM BioPiva™ lignin is a 100% bio-based, natural polymer with high purity and consistent product quality. This purified kraft softwood lignin has excellent strength and adhesion properties and can be used as a bio-based substitute for petroleum products, such as petro-based phenol, in several application areas, including wood panels, composites,
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Biosuccinium™ is 100% biobased succinic acid produced by converting renewable, plant-based resources via a novel low pH yeast process. Biosuccinium™ offers a renewable alternative to fossil-based succinic acid and adipic acid, chemical building blocks used in the production of several key industrial materials, including solvents, resins, pigments, plasticizers, polyols and
