Technology
YXY® Technology
Avantium’s proprietary catalytic process for converting plant-based sugars into FDCA (2,5-furandicarboxylic acid) — the key building block for …
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Material
releaf®
releaf® is Avantium’s brand name for PEF (polyethylene furanoate) — a 100% plant-based, recyclable polyester made from FDCA (furandicarboxylic …
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PEF: The Plant-Based Plastic That Could Replace PET
PEF (polyethylene furanoate) is a 100% plant-based polymer with superior barrier properties compared to PET. This deep dive explores the technology, …
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Partnerships
Avantium partners with Gepack and Frubaça to trial PEF bottles for functional beverage shots
Avantium collaborates with Portuguese packaging manufacturer Gepack and beverage producer Frubaça to demonstrate PEF ‘releaf’ in …
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Technology
Avantium Publishes Updated LCA: releaf® PEF Cuts GHG Emissions up to 88% vs. PET in 500 mL Bottles
Avantium’s updated Life Cycle Assessment confirms releaf® PEF reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 88% compared to conventional PET in 500 …
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Partnerships
Avantium and Heynen Systems Explore PEF Applications in Bedding and Upholstery
Avantium partners with Dutch technical textile specialist Heynen Systems to develop releaf® PEF-based comfort foam and textile prototypes for bedding …
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