Also known as 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural, 5-HMF, and 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde.
chemXplore tracks 2 projects targeting 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-hmf), of which one is active.
1 new construction.
Owners and developers: Michelin (1)
Investors: ADEME (1), Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) (1)
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Exclusive talks aim to industrialize 5‑HMF, a bio‑based platform for resins, polymers and PEF; first ~3,000 t/yr plant scheduled to start up early 2027.
They signed a Joint Development Agreement to create and commercialize bio-based polyesters and renewable binder resins for packaging, car tires, electronics, and more, leveraging their combined expertise.
The Biochem-1 facility in Switzerland now produces up to 20 tonnes of high-purity 5-HMF annually from renewable feedstock, offering sustainable materials for various industries.
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