Ecological Footprint of Bio-Adipic Acid

In order to become less dependent on oil and to reduce the ecological footprint of adipic acid production, the use of biomass as alternative feedstock is promising. However, such bio-based routes to a novel bio-based adipic acid (bio-adipic acid) have to compete with conventional processes with regard to the economic efficiency. In this regard, the low price of adipic acid about 1500/ton (ICIS Pricing) and the fully depreciated petrochemical plants are challenging for new bio-based processes, as this requests for high titers, yields, and productivities. Consequently, low-cost... 

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