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Core Insights - Covation Biomaterials LLC, a subsidiary of Huafeng Group, will sell its entire stake in Primient Covation LLC to Primient, granting Primient 100% ownership of the world's largest bio-based 1,3-propanediol (Bio-PDO) production business. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approvals [1][2]. Group 1 - Primient Covation LLC was established in 2000 and became the first company to achieve large-scale production of bio-based PDO. It has a production capacity of 77,000 tons per year at its facility in Tennessee, USA, and plans to expand capacity by 33,000 tons by April 2024 [2]. - The brands Zemea® and Susterra® under Primient Covation are recognized for their 100% bio-based properties and are widely used in cosmetics, personal care, textiles, coatings, and functional fluids, serving as core raw materials for Sorona® polymer production [2]. Group 2 - The sale marks a strategic divestment of Huafeng Group's overseas bio-based PDO business, following its acquisition of DuPont's bio-based PDO/PTT business for approximately $240 million in June 2022. This divestment highlights the company's strategic shift to focus on core areas [3]. - After divesting the PDO business, Huafeng will concentrate on the commercialization of the next generation of bio-based polyether glycol (BioPTMEG), which is derived from corn husks and does not compete with food resources. This product can replace traditional petroleum-based polytrimethylene ether glycol and is expected to provide significant carbon reduction benefits in various applications [3]. Group 3 - For Primient, this acquisition is a key move to strengthen its leadership in the bio-manufacturing sector. Primient's CEO emphasized the company's deep understanding of the technical capabilities and growth potential of the business since its inception [4]. - Post-transaction, Primient will continue to supply bio-based PDO to Huafeng through long-term supply agreements, ensuring stable raw material supply for Sorona® polymer production [4].

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of bio-based chemicals and materials as a key pillar of the bio-manufacturing industry, highlighting their advantages such as renewable raw materials and low carbon emissions throughout their lifecycle, which positions them to replace traditional petroleum-based products in various sectors like packaging, textiles, and automotive [2] - The Chinese government prioritizes the development of bio-based new materials, categorizing them as strategic materials, and has implemented multiple supportive policies for the industry. However, challenges remain, including cost competitiveness, stability of raw material supply chains, product performance optimization, and market acceptance [2] Event Details - The "5th China Synthetic Biology and Bio-Manufacturing Conference" will be held in Hangzhou from March 31 to April 1, 2026, with an expected attendance of 1,000 participants [4] - The conference aims to gather insights from various sectors including industry, academia, and research to address challenges in the bio-based chemicals and materials industry and promote high-quality development [2][4] Forum Setup - The conference will feature multiple sessions, including: - Day 1 AM: Bio-Manufacturing Industry Ecological Conference and Life China Third Functional Food and Nutrition Science Conference - Day 1 PM: Special sessions on food and drug synergy, efficacy skincare, and AI + bio-manufacturing - Day 2 AM: Special sessions on functional raw materials and bio-manufacturing, and bio-manufacturing processes - Day 2 PM: Special sessions on future food and all-age nutrition, and bio-based chemicals and materials [8] Proposed Topics - Topics to be discussed include: - Green bio-manufacturing of bio-based bulk chemicals - Molecular and material innovation based on synthetic biology technology - Large-scale production and high-value utilization of bio-based platform compounds - Development and application of furan bio-based new materials technology - Industrialization practices for high-value utilization of non-food biomass [13]

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of bio-based chemicals and materials as a key pillar of the bio-manufacturing industry, highlighting their advantages such as renewable raw materials and low carbon emissions throughout their lifecycle, which positions them to replace traditional petroleum-based products in various sectors like packaging, textiles, and automotive [2] - The Chinese government prioritizes the development of bio-based new materials, categorizing them as strategic materials, and has implemented multiple supportive policies for the industry. However, challenges remain, including cost competitiveness, stability of raw material supply chains, product performance optimization, and market acceptance [2] Event Details - The "5th China Synthetic Biology and Bio-Manufacturing Conference" will be held in Hangzhou from March 31 to April 1, 2026, with an expected attendance of 1,000 participants [4] - The conference aims to gather insights from various sectors including industry, academia, and research to address challenges in the bio-based chemicals and materials industry and promote high-quality development [2][4] Forum Structure - The conference will feature multiple sessions, including: - Day 1 AM: Bio-Manufacturing Industry Ecosystem Conference and Life China Third Functional Food and Nutrition Science Conference [8] - Day 1 PM: Special sessions on food and drug synergy, efficacy skincare, and AI + bio-manufacturing [8] - Day 2 AM: Special sessions on functional raw materials and bio-manufacturing, and bio-manufacturing processes [8] - Day 2 PM: Special sessions on future food and all-age nutrition, and bio-based chemicals and materials [8] Proposed Topics - Topics to be discussed include: - Green bio-manufacturing of bio-based bulk chemicals - Molecular and material innovations based on synthetic biology technology - Large-scale production and high-value utilization of bio-based platform compounds - Development and application of furan bio-based new materials technology - Industrialization practices for high-value utilization of non-food biomass [13]