Moeve Chemicals has taken a significant step into the Chinese market by signing a supply agreement for its innovative NextPhenol BC. This phenol is produced sustainably, using raw materials sourced from biomass waste such as used cooking oils. The supply will be managed from Moeve’s certified plant in Shanghai, which holds ISCC+ PLUS certification.
As a leader in phenol production, Moeve supplies this chemical to various industries, including automotive, textiles, electronics, and household goods. Phenol is a key ingredient in everyday items like medicines, electronics, and even some food preservatives. Now, with this new initiative, Moeve aims to introduce its sustainable phenol to China, the world’s largest consumer market for chemicals.
The company’s NextPhenol BC is designed to deliver the same high performance as traditional fossil-based phenol but with a significantly lower carbon footprint. Thanks to a verified life cycle assessment, Moeve reports that NextPhenol BC achieves a reduction of over 100% in cradle-to-gate emissions, thanks to its use of bio and circular raw materials.
Since pioneering sustainable phenol production in Europe in 2019, Moeve has steadily expanded its green product line. The company emphasizes decarbonization through renewable energy use and circular material inputs. Its efforts have positioned Moeve as a pioneer in the global shift toward sustainable chemistry.
Maria Fernanda Patiño, who oversees Moeve’s Shanghai plant, highlighted the significance of this milestone: “NextPhenol exemplifies how chemistry can help address climate change. This first sale in China demonstrates our capacity to innovate and bring sustainable solutions to new markets.”
In addition to NextPhenol BC, Moeve develops other low-carbon phenols made from biomaterials and recycled waste. The company’ is replacing fossil-based inputs with renewable and recycled resources, aiming for a greener future for the chemical industry.
