BASF and RiKarbon to commercialize emollients derived from bio-waste

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BASF and RiKarbon Inc., a U.S.-based technology start-up, have announced the signing of a partnership contract to exclusively license and commercialize proprietary technology from RiKarbon.

RiKarbon’s patented technology allows the upcycling of bio-waste into bio-based, biodegradable emollients for the global personal care market, supporting the industry’s drive to innovative sustainable solutions.

RiKarbon has demonstrated the conversion of bio-waste to new unique emollient chemical structures, while quickly elevating the technology from the laboratory-scale to the pilot stage. This innovative technology manufactures a clear and odorless emollient imparting excellent soft and silky sensory properties to personal care formulations. BASF intends to bring the RiKarbon technology inhouse and is planning a market launch of the initial solutions in 2024.

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