- Borealis partners with AnQore to produce sustainable acrylonitrile using Borvida™ B-propylene.
- Borvida™ B-propylene is made from ISCC PLUS-certified non-food waste biomass.
- Econitrile-MB offers a carbon footprint up to 90% lower than regular acrylonitrile.
- AnQore operates at Chemelot Chemical Park in Geleen, Netherlands.
Partnership Overview
Borealis has teamed up with AnQore to advance circularity in the acrylonitrile (ACN) value chain. This collaboration focuses on using Borealis' Borvida™ B-propylene, a sustainable feedstock derived from ISCC PLUS-certified non-food waste biomass.
Sustainable Production
Borvida™ B-propylene is chemically identical to conventional propylene and serves as a building block for Econitrile-MB™, the first sustainable, mass-balanced ACN. This approach supports a shift away from fossil feedstocks, offering a lower carbon footprint while maintaining the same properties and performance as traditional base chemicals.
Environmental Impact
Econitrile-MB, produced using Borvida™ B-propylene and sustainable ammonia, has been in production for several years. It provides end users with a more sustainable solution, reducing the carbon footprint by up to 90% per kilogram compared to regular acrylonitrile, without compromising performance.
Applications and Benefits
Econitrile-MB enables producers of ABS, acrylamide, carbon fiber, acrylic fiber, nitrile rubber, surfactants, and other advanced materials to enhance the sustainability of their products. This initiative helps companies meet sustainability goals and prepare for future transformations.
Location and Operations
AnQore, a trusted European producer of acrylonitrile and other key chemical building blocks, operates at the Chemelot Chemical Park in Geleen, Netherlands. The company focuses on delivering safe, secure, and sustainable solutions for various applications, including water treatment, consumer goods, and high-performance sectors like automotive and electronics.
