Ascend Performance Materials Unveils Bio-Circular Performance Chemicals for Sustainability Enhancement

Ascend Performance Materials: Pioneering Bio-Circular Chemicals

In a groundbreaking announcement, Ascend Performance Materials has taken a significant step towards sustainable manufacturing by rolling out new bio-circular performance chemicals. This initiative includes the production of essential components like acrylonitrile, hexamethylenediamine, adipic acid, and nylon 6,6 derived from used cooking oils. The new nylon 6,6 boasts a 25% smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional nylon sourced from fossil fuels, marking a vital contribution to environmental sustainability in the chemical industry.

Innovations in Sustainable Manufacturing

Ascend's approach utilizes a certified ISCC Plus mass balance method, allowing the company to produce high-quality materials on an industrial scale without compromising performance. The production facilities in the United States are now ISCC Plus certified, validating their capacity to handle bio-based, circular, and bio-circular materials.

Alex Mihut, the Vice President for Performance Chemicals at Ascend, emphasizes the company's commitment to solving technical challenges for their clients. According to him, “Using the mass balance approach enables us to meet the growing demand for sustainable materials at scale while still delivering reliable performance and quality.” Ascend’s commitment to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions aligns closely with this innovative product line, positioning their Bioserve offerings as leaders in low-carbon nylon solutions available in today’s market.