We have created a lignin-based product line—a by-product material found in wood that is responsible for supporting and protecting our trees. Branded as Ecolig, the product can be used as phenolic resins by replacing partially phenol, as an antioxidant for elastomers, and a multifunctional additive for PP and PE.
Lignin is the main constituent of wood fiber. It is a renewable material made of the same chemical building blocks as those found in petroleum-based materials. Industrywide, it represents a big source of underexploited material.
We have been taking steps towards providing alternatives to fossil fuels and fossil-based chemicals, by our bio-oil developments (made from eucalyptus biomass). Our stakes in Ensyn Corporation (a North American company) allow Suzano to have access to technology for production and applications, contributing to reduce carbon-intensity worldwide.
From Microfibrillated Cellulose to Nanocrystalline Cellulose, we invest in the development of various Cellulose Fiber Solutions that can be used in applications, ranging from hygiene to textiles and alternative products, to replace carbon intensive ingredients. This market is driven by technological developments and innovations, and Suzano is leading the way.
WoodSpin partners Spinnova and Suzano recently announced a €22 million euro investment to build the first commercial scale SPINNOVA® fiber production facility in Finland.
