Renewable Chemistry and Oleochemistry

Kemitek has a world-renown expertise in the renewable chemistry and oleochemistry sectors

The chemical industry has begun shifting towards replacing petroleum or mineral components with renewable ingredients.

Kemitek’s leading expertise in renewable chemistry and oleochemistry enables it to support companies facing many challenges such as:

  • The replacement of toxic or non-renewable components in existing products

  • The development of new biobased chemicals

  • The recovery of biomass through extractive or synthetic means

  • The characterization of properties of new renewable materials

  • The reformulation of products using chemicals facing environmental and regulatory constraints

Examples of realised projects

  1. Development of a biobased form-release agent usable in low temperatures
  2. Development of bitumen substitutes in the formulation of waterproofing agents used in construction
  3. Development of a biosourced and biodegradable electrical tranformer insulating oil for cold applications
  4. Development of a biodegradable automotive anti-rust product from vegetable oil

Testimony

Development of new renewable based materials and adhesives for the construction industry

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” Since 10 years, SOPREMA works in close relationship with Kemitek on the development of high profile technologies in order to better position our company in the industry. Many of these collaborative projects led to the commercialisation of new innovative products. Notably, Kemitek’s team expertise, active listening and good comprehension of our needs enabled us to commercialise a new renewable based adhesive used for construction purpose. This useful collaboration is still ongoing and will be pursued for the future! ”

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KEMITEK

835, rue Mooney
Thetford Mines, Québec, Canada G6G 0A5

Phone : (418) 338-1318
Fax : (418) 338-1338
Email : info@kemitek.org

Monday to Friday: 9h – 17h
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

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