HOUSTON, December 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ascend Performance Materials today announced the successful production of acrylonitrile, hexamethylene diamine, adipic acid and nylon 6,6 from raw materials derived from used cooking oils, expanding its Bioserve wallet. The resulting nylon 6.6 has a 25% lower carbon footprint than nylon 6.6 made from raw materials derived from fossil fuels.
Using an ISCC Plus certified mass balance approach enables industrial-scale production of sustainable materials without sacrificing performance. Ascend’s production facilities at the United States are all ISCC Plus certified to handle bio-sourced, circular and bio-circular materials.
“We are focused on finding technical solutions to our customers’ challenges,” said Alex MihutAscend vice president for performance chemicals. “Using the mass balance approach allows us to meet the growing need for sustainable materials at scale while continuing to deliver reliable performance and quality. »
Combined with Ascend’s efforts to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions, the company’s Bioserve products offer one of the lowest carbon footprints for industrial-scale nylon 6.6 and its precursors available on the market Today.
“Part of our sustainability strategy is based on a pillar we call ‘Operate Without Compromise’,” said Chris JohnsonSenior Director of Sustainability at Ascend. “It’s built on a commitment to finding comprehensive solutions that meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals.”
Ascend recently released its Sustainable development report 2023which highlights progress made against the company’s 2030 vision.
About Ascend Performance Materials
Ascend Performance Materials makes high-performance materials for everyday essentials and new technologies. Our goal is to improve quality of life and inspire a better future through innovation. Based in Houston, TXand with regional offices in Shanghai, Brussels And DetroitWe are a fully integrated hardware solutions provider with global manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe And Asia. Our global workforce makes the materials used to make safer vehicles, cleaner energy, better medical devices, smarter appliances, and more durable clothing and consumer goods. We are committed to the safety, sustainability and success of our customers and communities.
Learn more about Ascend at www.ascendmaterials.com.
Contact: Osama Khalifa+1 832-963-1347, okhali@ascendmaterials.com
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