We are steadfastly committed to embedding sustainability at the core of our operations. Our journey is guided by a clear purpose, anchored in ethics, compliance, and robust governance structures. We are on a mission to achieve "net zero" environmental impact, meticulously crafting value through sustainable products and pioneering circular solutions. Join us as we tread a path where every step is marked by responsibility towards our planet and its people.
Explore our sustainable product highlights
BIO-BASED
RENEWABLE FEEDSTOCK
Bio-based products are derived wholly or partially from biological materials, such as plants, animals, enzymes, and microorganisms. Unlike fossil-based alternatives, they do not include materials embedded in geological formations or fossilized remains. Bio-based alternatives tend to be drop in replacements for fossil based chemicals and provide the opportunity significantly reduce product carbon footprint thus benefiting the environment in the long term. From everyday essentials to cutting-edge innovations, bio-based products are revolutionizing industries across the board.
| Product | CAS | Benefits |
| Propylene Glycol BB | 57-55-6 | This renewably sourced product, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and boasts lower greenhouse gas emissions, minimizing environmental impact. With consistent performance and a safe, non-toxic profile, it seamlessly integrates into existing processes while providing sustainability benefits. |
| Acetic Acid BB | 64-19-7A | Acetic Acid, originates from sustainable sources, utilizing bioethanol and renewable, natural, bio-based raw materials. It boasts a remarkable reduction of up to 110% in CO2 emissions per ton compared to competitors, underlining its commitment to environmental sustainability. Designed with eco-friendliness andbiodegradability in mind, it offers versatility as a solvent with unique properties, maintaining identical quality to fossil alternatives without compromising performance. With no testing required, it is high quality and ready to use, ensuring convenience and efficiency. |
| Ethyl Acetate BB | 141-78-6 | Ethyl Acetate offers significant sustainability benefits with up to 65% lower CO2 emissions compared to fossil alternatives and is certified as 100% physically bio-based. Sourced from renewable bio-energy and bio-based based ethanol, it's both environmentally friendly and versatile, maintaining high quality while being ecologically safe and biodegradable. |
| EPILOX G-Series BB | - | This product is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional epoxy resins, thinners, and hardeners, with up to 50% less CO2 emissions compared to feedstock propylene. Made from renewable bioglycerin, it ensures environmentally conscious production while maintaining identical performance to petrochemical equivalents. With no complex tests required, it saves time and resources while delivering the same high efficiency. |
| Ethanol BB | 64-17-5 | Ethanol which is made from residual products from the forest industry. Bio Based, biodegradable and enviromental and body friendly. Using as a solvent for consumer products and medical applications. |
| Butylacetate BMB | 123-86-4 | Butylacetate BMB-Bio-Mass-Balanced enviromentyl friendly alternative to fossil based. Same specificationand reaction in production process, no testing, but reducing the Product Carbon Footprint more than 100%, ISCC+ certified. |
| Butylglycol BMB | 111-76-2 | Butylglycol BMB, certified by ISCC+, strong in paints and varnishes, friendly to the enviroment, Product Carbon Footprint around 100%, no testing necessary, same product values as fossil based, but-envirometally friendly. |
| Butanol BMB | 71-36-3 | Butanol BMB, strong reduction of Product Carbon Foodprint and certified by ISSC+, used in many applications of Food, Case, Personal Care and Pharmaceutical, also same chemical characteristics as fossil based, no sampling necessary. |
| Q-TAN | Q-TAN is a natural, biodegradable coagulant made from Black Acacia tannins for efficient wastewater treatment. It reduces sludge and promotes sustainable circularity across industries with high wastewater demands. |
Circular Distilled products represent a paradigm shift in the chemical industry, emphasizing sustainability and circularity. These chemical products are recovered and reused through distillation and additional steps to remove impurities from chemical reactions, yielding a product of high quality similar to the original. Circular Distilled products are suitable for various technical applications, offering cost competitiveness and significant sustainability benefits, such as waste reduction and a lower carbon footprint. However, trace impurities may remain, so testing for the target application is recommended before use.
CIRCULAR DISTILLED
| Product | CAS | Benefits |
| Acetic Acid 80% CD | 64-19-7 | Acetic Acid, is a premium recycled solvent that actively supports the circular economy, offering consistent chemical quality from continuous waste streams. With a significant carbon footprint reduction of 50–80% per metric ton, it plays a crucial role in environmental protection. With ISO 14001 certified operations, we ensuring the highest environmental management standards, while Acetic Acid itself is environmentally friendly and biodegradable. Versatile for both technical and medical applications, it stands as a sustainable solution for various industries. |
| Acetic Acid Glacial CD | 64-19-7 | Acetic Acid Glacial technical grade, with 99,5 % purity is a recycled solvent, used in this concentrated form for various industrial applications. Certified by ISO 14001 and provides significantly reduced product carbon footprint vs fossil based alternatives. |
| Isobutanol CD | 78-83-1 | Isobutanol, very similar with to 1-Butanol, main applications are as precursors to ester , varnishes, could also be used for Biofuels. Isobutanol for nature is one of the least toxic of the butanols. Also ISO 14001 certified and bringing the advantage of reduced CO2 due to the recycling process. |
| Acetone CD | 67-64-1 | Acetone , a common solvent and well known for nail polisher is more than that. Acetone - also as recycled product, could be used in various application, like resins, fats, oils, plastic adhesives and also for cleaning. Aceton recycled certified by ISO 14001 and reduced CO2 |
| Acetonitrile CD | 75-05-8 | Acetonitrile CD is a high-purity, eco-friendly solvent ideal for pharmaceuticals and organic synthesis. With a 70% lower carbon footprint, it offers reliability and ISO-certified quality for sustainable operations |
| THF CD | 109-99-9 | Tetrahydrofuran (THF) is a high purity (99.8%) classified as a solvent which is used in adhesives and coatings,automotive care product, but also as a important precusor for Polytetrahydrofuran. Also helpful in various organic reaction. As a recycled product it helps to develop a better environmental, by avoiding chemical waste and saving CO2, as all from our recycled family certified by ISO 14001. |
| Toluene CD | 108-88-3 | Toluene recycled comparable to the fossil derived one, also as substitute for benzene. Belonging to the recycled family same attributes like certified by ISO 14001 and protecting environment by reducing CO2 and avoiding chemical waste |
| Monopropylene Glycol CD | 57-55-6 | MPG recycled, offers similar sustainability benefits as our Bio Based MPG, however small difference in specification so testing necessary. Recycled MPG reduces CO2 to protect the environment and prevents chemical waste and is certified by ISO 14001. |
| Dimethylformamid CD | 68-12-2 | Recycled and highly efficient, DMF CD reduces carbon emissions by up to 80% while maintaining versatility as a catalyst and solvent. It’s an environmentally sound option for diverse chemical applications. |
INNOVATIVE
NOVEL CHEMISTRY
Innovative products provide novel chemistry and alternative chemicals to replace more hazardous and toxic products, often classified as substances of very high concern (SVHC) by ECHA, and subject to strict regulations. We screen the market for suitable chemical alternatives for specific production processes, offering dosage advice and recommending sample testing. Additionally, we support the development of products based on new chemistry, incorporating the latest technical advances and alternative feedstocks for more sustainable and better-performing solutions. This development leverages existing research and requires thorough screening to confirm use cases, impacts, and dosage, presenting long-term advantages and enabling substitution away from more environmentally harmful chemicals.
| Product | CAS | Benefits |
| Propylene Carbonate | 108-32-7 | Propylene Carbonate, is an environmentally friendly solvent solution with exceptional dissolving power, applicable across various industries. It promotes sustainability as a non-toxic and easily biodegradable option, serving as an alternative to substances of concern like dimethylformamide (DMF) listed as SVHC. |
| Cyrene | 53716-82-8 | Cyrene™ is a bio-based solvent that demonstrates circularity, sustain ability and safety at every stage of its life cycle. From fossil-free non-food feedstock, to its recyclability and end of life disposal, Cyrene™ is a safer and more sustainable alternative to traditional toxic petroleum-based solvents. |
| Toluene | 108-88-3 | Toluene is able to replace the more harmful and toxic benzene in many cases, with testing to confirm suitability and dosage rates for targetted applications. |
| Q-TAN | Q-TAN is a natural, biodegradable coagulant made from Black Acacia tannins for efficient wastewater treatment. It reduces sludge and promotes sustainable circularity across industries with high wastewater demands. |
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Emad Kakakhel
Group Director Sustainability
emad.kakakhel(at)oqema.com
Andrea Hillebrand
Sustainability Portfolio Manager
andrea.hillebrand(at)oqema.com