Biointermediates: High-Performance Phenolic Feedstocks.
Bridging the gap between agricultural waste and industrial chemistry, our Biointermediates category focuses on non-edible botanical extracts that serve as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based phenols. By leveraging the unique molecular structures of agricultural by-products, we provide the raw materials necessary for the next generation of high-friction linings, epoxy resins, and anti-corrosive coatings.
What is Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL)?
CNSL is a versatile, long-chain substituted phenol extracted from the pericarp (shell) of the cashew nut. Unlike the edible kernel, the shell contains a caustic, viscous resin that is a natural source of Cardanol.
Friction Stability
CNSL is the global standard for “brake dust”—used in automotive brake linings to maintain friction levels at high temperatures.
Hydrophobicity
The long-chain alkyl structure makes it naturally water-repellent, ideal for marine coatings and heavy-duty primers.
Flexibility
CNSL provides a degree of “give” in epoxy systems that standard petroleum phenols cannot match.
Logistics
This is typically traded in ISO Tanks or Flexitanks within 20ft containers.
Industrial Applications & Chemical Derivatives
The utility of CNSL lies in its transition from a raw, “crude” liquid into refined chemical components. Through advanced distillation and decarboxylation, we categorize our biointermediates by their molecular readiness. Whether utilized as a raw friction dust component or refined into high-purity Cardanol for specialty resins, these derivatives represent the pinnacle of renewable phenolic chemistry.
Precision-Graded Specifications
Not all CNSL is created equal. We categorize our intermediates based on critical chemical markers, including Iodine Value, Viscosity, and Moisture Content. By ensuring strict adherence to technical data sheets, we provide manufacturers with the consistent molecular stability.
Rigorous Compliance & Safety
Navigating the complexities of REACH, GHS, and SDS documentation is central to our operation. We focus on the safe handling and legal movement of hazardous bio-materials, ensuring that every shipment meets the stringent environmental and safety standards of the European and global markets.
Sustainable Phenolics
Our biointermediates offer a powerful “green” alternative to petroleum-derived phenols. By upcycling the non-edible byproduct of the cashew industry, we enable our partners to reduce their carbon footprint and transition toward a circular chemical economy without sacrificing industrial performance.
