In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has partnered with Catalyxx to develop a new value chain for low-carbon, biobased acrylic resins. Catalyxx is planning to build a first-of-its-kind industrial facility to produce bio-alcohols, including bio n-butanol, from bioethanol. These biobased alcohols, based on a patented technology validated at a demonstration plant in Seville, Spain, offer a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to fossil-based alternatives.
Arkema is evaluating the use of these bio-alcohols as feedstocks for the commercial-scale production of biobased acrylic resins with lower carbon footprint. These resins will serve high-performance applications in coatings, adhesives for new energy solutions, e-mobility, living comfort, and sustainable infrastructure markets.
Tags: Arkema, France
Category: Chemicals & Materials
