Replace fossil-derived aldehydes in resins, polymers, and speciality additives with a non-toxic, REACH-registered bio-based monomer produced in France.
Through its strategic partnership with Michelin ResiCare, IMCD now offers exclusive European distribution of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF), a non-toxic, REACH-registered bio-based monomer derived from fructose. The molecule is produced at the Michelin ResiCare industrial site in Roussillon, France, with full commercial-scale availability from 2027.
What 5-HMF brings to European industry
Known as the Sleeping Giant of bio-based chemistry, 5-HMF is a versatile platform molecule that can replace a wide range of fossil-derived intermediates. It is well suited to:
- Bio-based thermoset resins: Adhesive, composite, and abrasive resin systems
- Aromatic aldehyde substitution: Bio-based intermediate for chemistries reliant on fossil-derived aldehydes
- Speciality additives: Building block for new functional ingredients across multiple sectors
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