- The Montmeló, Spain facility has an annual capacity of 10,000 metric tons.
- A second large-scale facility is planned pending market introduction success.
- The process uses renewable raw materials and fixes carbon dioxide.
- Biobased succinic acid has a significantly improved carbon footprint compared to fossil-based alternatives.
Facility Launch
Succinity GmbH has successfully started its first commercial production facility for biobased succinic acid in Montmeló, Spain. The plant has an annual capacity of 10,000 metric tons and aims to serve the global market. A second large-scale facility is planned, with the final investment decision pending market introduction success.
Production Process
The production process utilizes renewable raw materials and fixes carbon dioxide. The proprietary microorganism Basfia succiniciproducens allows for flexible usage of different feedstocks. The closed-loop process ensures efficient production with minimal waste streams, and an elaborate downstream processing method guarantees high-quality output.
Development Background
BASF and Corbion Purac have been developing biobased succinic acid since 2009, driven by technological advances and the increasing need for renewable intermediates. Biobased succinic acid offers a significantly improved carbon footprint compared to conventional, fossil-based succinic acid or other dicarboxylic acids.
Market Potential
Biobased succinic acid is a versatile building block with significant market potential in the chemical intermediates market. It can be used in various applications, including bio-polymers like Polybutylene succinate (PBS), polyurethanes, coatings, and life science products.
