- Perstorp Oxo's biodiesel plant in Stenungsund will produce 160,000 tons per year.
- The plant will be commissioned in the first quarter of 2007.
- The project aims to meet the EU's 2010 biofuel directive of 5.75% biofuel content.
- Esterfip-H technology produces biodiesel and high-purity glycerin with reduced waste.
Project Overview
Perstorp Oxo has chosen Axens' Esterfip-H™ technology for a new biodiesel plant in Stenungsund, Sweden. The facility will have an annual production capacity of 160,000 tons and is scheduled for commissioning in the first quarter of 2007.
EU Biofuel Directive Compliance
This project aligns with the European Directive 2003/30/EC, which mandates a 5.75% biofuel content in diesel and gasoline by 2010. The plant's early commissioning ensures compliance well ahead of the target date.
Biodiesel Composition
Biodiesel produced at the plant will consist of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME), derived from the esterification of vegetable oils such as rapeseed, soybean, and sunflower oil. The Esterfip-H process, developed by the French Institute of Petroleum (IFP) and commercialized by Axens, facilitates this production.
Technological Advancements
The Esterfip-H process represents a significant advancement in biofuel technology. It ensures the production of biodiesel that meets European specification EN 14214 and directly produces glycerin of unmatched purity. Additionally, this solid catalyst process significantly reduces waste streams compared to other methods.
