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Sugarcane bagasse to levulinic acid production
Project type
Portrait and description
Date
14 March 2025
Location
Durban
At BioValor Consulting, we provide expertise in converting sugarcane bagasse or any type of biomass, an abundant agricultural byproduct, into levulinic acid, a versatile bio-based chemical. Through optimized acid hydrolysis, cellulose and hemicellulose in bagasse are broken down into fermentable sugars, which are further processed into levulinic acid. This valuable platform chemical serves as a precursor for biodegradable plastics, biofuels, solvents, and pharmaceuticals, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-derived compounds. Our approach focuses on process efficiency, yield optimization, and cost-effectiveness, enabling industries to integrate circular economy principles into their operations.



