As industries strive to reduce their carbon footprint, the shift towards bio-based chemicals is gaining momentum. Ethyl Acrylate (EA), a key ingredient in coatings, adhesives, and polymer dispersions, is now being produced using bioethanol instead of fossil-based raw materials. This transition marks a significant step towards sustainable feedstocks.
A lower-carbon alternative with the same performance
Produced using bioethanol from European sources that do not compete with food production, bio-based Ethyl Acrylate maintains the same chemical properties and quality as its fossil-based counterpart. The bio-based version has a 鹿鈦碈-traceable bio-content of 40鈥�% and offers a 30鈥�% reduction in Product Carbon Footprint (PCF), making it an effective drop-in solution for manufacturers looking to reduce environmental impact without altering their formulations.
Scaling up sustainable solutions
Companies like BASF are leading the way in this transformation. By applying strict sustainability criteria to bioethanol sourcing 鈥� using residues from starch production, lower-quality grains, and molasses 鈥� this approach ensures that renewable feedstocks are utilised responsibly.
As bio-based Ethyl Acrylate becomes more widely available, industries reliant on polymer dispersions, coatings, and adhesives can seamlessly adopt greener alternatives, reducing emissions and contributing to a circular economy.
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