Green Chemistry and Catalysis

Bio-based Products

Bio-based products are those goods which are made from renewable biogenic material (also called “biomass”). The most commonly used types of biomass are:

·         sugar

·         starch

·         plant oils

·         wood and natural fibres

Bio-based products generally provide an alternative to conventional petroleum derived products and include a varied range of offerings such as grease, detergents, inks, fertilizers and bioplastics.”