5-HMF (hydroxymethylfurfural)
5-HMF (hydroxymethylfurfural)
5-HMF: a sustainable & safe aromatic aldehyde
5-HMF (5-Hydroxymethylfurfural) is a 100% biobased and safe platform chemical used in a wide range of applications. It has long been considered a promising biobased building block due to its versatility and potential to replace petroleum-derived chemicals.
The versatility of 5-HMF is allowed by its molecular structure : the molecule contains a furan ring as well as aldehyde and alcohol functions, which make it a platform molecule towards an infinite number of chemical derivatives and polymers.
Scaling a first-of-a-kind HMF production in Europe
Michelin ResiCare, in collaboration with IFPEN, has developed a fully sustainable process to produce HMF from fructose, a carbohydrate derived from wheat, potato or corn starch.
Michelin ResiCare's willingness is to create a large scale HMF supply with European origin. This product will be supplied in an industrial grade (95%), in a water solution (65% titration).
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