Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Biobased Thermoplastics in Polymer Applications
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — AMP Polymix, a leading Nordic distributor of high-performance polymer materials, and Lignin Industries AB, a pioneer in lignin-based biobased thermoplastics, have announced an exclusive distribution partnership to commercialize Renol® — a lignin-based thermoplastic compound designed as a drop-in replacement for fossil-based plastics in injection molding, extrusion, and additive manufacturing.
The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between laboratory-scale biobased materials and industrial adoption by leveraging AMP Polymix’s technical sales network and application engineering capabilities across the Nordic and Baltic regions.
Renol®: Lignin-Based Thermoplastic Platform
Renol® is a patented family of thermoplastic compounds where technical lignin (a byproduct of pulp & paper and biorefining) replaces 30–60% of the fossil polymer matrix, delivering:
| Property | Renol® Performance |
|---|---|
| Biobased carbon content | 30–60% (ASTM D6866) |
| CO₂ footprint reduction | Up to 50% vs. virgin PP/PE/ABS |
| Processing | Drop-in on standard injection molding & extrusion equipment |
| Mechanical properties | Comparable to filled polypropylene |
| Thermal stability | Suitable for 180–240°C processing windows |
| End-of-life | Recyclable in existing plastic streams; compostable grades in development |
Feedstock: Kraft lignin from Nordic pulp mills — a high-volume, underutilized side stream (~50 million tons/year globally).
Partnership Structure
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Territory | Exclusive: Nordics & Baltics; Non-exclusive: Europe |
| AMP Polymix role | Technical sales, application development, warehousing, logistics |
| Lignin Industries role | Manufacturing, R&D, product certification, global strategy |
| Target segments | Automotive interior, consumer goods, packaging, construction, 3D printing filament |
“Lignin is the only biobased aromatic polymer available at scale. Renol® unlocks its potential as a functional thermoplastic filler — not just a cost reducer, but a performance enhancer with a carbon story,” said Fredrik Henriksson, CEO of Lignin Industries.
“Our customers are asking for drop-in biobased alternatives that don’t require requalification. Renol® fits that brief precisely,” said Anders Malmström, CEO of AMP Polymix.
Market Drivers
- EU Green Claims Directive & PPWR: Mandatory recycled/biobased content substantiation
- Automotive OEMs: Scope 3 reduction targets cascading to tier 1/2 suppliers
- Consumer brands: Plastic-free and carbon-label claims driving material switching
- Technical lignin supply: Nordic pulp mills investing in lignin separation (LignoBoost®, etc.)
Development Roadmap
- H1 2026: Commercial sampling of Renol® PP and PA6 grades
- H2 2026: Filament grades for FDM/FFF 3D printing (diameter control ±0.02 mm)
- 2027: Renol® ABS and PC/ABS grades for higher-heat applications
- 2028: Chemically recyclable grade (depolymerizable lignin-polymer linkage)
Resources
- Lignin Industries Press Release: AMP Polymix Exclusive Partnership
- PolyesterTime coverage
- Lignin Industries Renol® Page
- AMP Polymix Portfolio
Company Boilerplates
Lignin Industries AB (Stockholm) develops Renol® — thermoplastic compounds where technical lignin replaces fossil carbon. The company’s patented technology modifies lignin’s reactivity for melt processing compatibility. Pilot production in Sweden; industrial scale-up underway with Nordic pulp mill partners.
AMP Polymix AB (Gothenburg) is a technical distributor of engineering polymers, bioplastics, and specialty compounds, providing material selection support, application engineering, and supply chain management to OEMs and processors across the Nordics.
Source: Lignin Industries press release, May 19, 2026