Tag: Covation Biomaterials

CovationBio achieves on spec biobased THF and PTMEG production at Qidong, gets its foot into door of the footwear market

CovationBio achieves on spec biobased THF and PTMEG production at Qidong, gets its foot into door of the footwear market

September 7, 2026 |

In China, Covation Biomaterials has successfully produced its first series of commercial, on-spec batches of biobased tetrahydrofuran and polytetramethylene ether glycol, which are sold under the trade names Xatryx.T bioTHF and Xatryx® bioPTMEG, respectively.  The 50,000 metric ton per year plant at Qidong was completed in April 2026. “Rigorous internal quality control testing” found that […]

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The future is biobased and woven: Covation Biomaterials and WGSN map textile trends

The future is biobased and woven: Covation Biomaterials and WGSN map textile trends

August 3, 2026 |

In Delaware, Covation Biomaterials and global trend forecasting firm WGSN have released a report examining the material trends expected to shape the textile industry through 2027 and beyond. The report analyzes biobased functional fibers, market data, and consumer behavior to identify emerging opportunities in sustainable apparel development. According to Market Data Forecast, the global biobased […]

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Covation Biomaterials sells its interest in Primient Covation

Covation Biomaterials sells its interest in Primient Covation

January 20, 2026 |

In Delaware, Covation Biomaterials LLC has agreed to sell its interest in Primient Covation LLC (known as “CovationBio PDO” and “Primient”), the world’s largest producer of 100 percent bio-based 1,3 propanediol (BioPDO). Following the transaction, Primient will continue to supply CovationBio with BioPDO under a long-term supply agreement for the production of partially bio-based Sorona® […]

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Covation Biomaterials unveils BioPTMEG

Covation Biomaterials unveils BioPTMEG

April 14, 2025 |

In China, biobased materials company Covation Biomaterials is set to launch CovationBio bioPTMEG, a biobased polytetramethylene ether glycol. BioPTMEG is a biobased alternative to petroleum-based PTMEG, helping customers reduce their reliance on non-renewable materials and maintain the durability and resilience expected of spandex, polyurethanes and thermoplastic elastomers. Feedstock is 100% biobased and obtained from annually […]

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