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Braskem, Lallemand Introduce Bio-Acetone Platform for Ethanol Producers in US

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Braskem (BAK) and Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits have launched a new bio-acetone production platform for the corn-ethanol industry, the companies said Tuesday.

The technology enables producers to create a new coproduct alongside ethanol, the companies said, adding that the technology is now available in the US following five years of collaborative development and validation.

Bio-acetone is an alternative to fossil-based acetone. It can be used in cosmetics, paints and coatings, acrylics, adhesives, and personal care applications, the companies said.

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