Cerisea
Cerisea
Industrializing 5-HMF for Sustainable Chemistry
Cerisea is Michelin ResiCare’s latest breakthrough in green chemistry, focused on the industrial-scale production of 5-HMF
(5-Hydroxymethylfurfural), a biosourced, non-toxic molecule with wide-ranging industrial applications. Backed by a €60 million investment, Cerisea will establish the world’s largest 5-HMF production unit in Péage-de-Roussillon, France.
Industrializing 5-HMF for Sustainable Chemistry
Cerisea is Michelin ResiCare’s latest breakthrough in green chemistry, focused on the industrial-scale production of 5-HMF (5-Hydroxymethylfurfural), a biosourced, non-toxic molecule with wide-ranging industrial applications. Backed by a €60 million investment, Cerisea will establish the world’s largest 5-HMF production unit in Péage-de-Roussillon, France.
"The Sleeping Giant"
What is 5-HMF and Why Does It Matter ?
Also known as the “sleeping giant,” 5-HMF is a versatile platform molecule derived from fructose using green chemistry processes. Given its ability to replace fossil-based and hazardous ingredients, it is already used in Michelin ResiCare’s non-toxic adhesive resins, helping reduce health risks for operators and consumers. Its industrial availability will unlock a European market potential of over 40,000 tonnes by 2030.
What is 5-HMF and Why Does It Matter ?
Also known as the “sleeping giant,” 5-HMF is a versatile platform molecule derived from fructose using green chemistry processes. Given its ability to replace fossil-based and hazardous ingredients, it is already used in Michelin ResiCare’s non-toxic adhesive resins, helping reduce health risks for operators and consumers. Its industrial availability will unlock a European market potential of over 40,000 tonnes by 2030.
"The Sleeping Giant"
Unlocking New Potential for European Industry
Cerisea brings together leading partners to make large-scale bio-based chemistry a reality in Europe. By replacing fossil-based inputs with plant-based alternatives, this flagship initiative promotes circularity, local sourcing, and industrial resilience, all while enhancing European autonomy in sustainable materials.
Unlocking New Potential for European Industry
Cerisea brings together leading partners to make large-scale bio-based chemistry a reality in Europe. By replacing fossil-based inputs with plant-based alternatives, this flagship initiative promotes circularity, local sourcing, and industrial resilience, all while enhancing European autonomy in sustainable materials.
Collaborative Innovation for a Greener Future
Cerisea is supported by France 2030 (ADEME) and the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU). It brings together 13 partners, including ADM, Avantium, Arkema, Kraton, and leading research institutions.
Collaborative Innovation for a Greener Future
Cerisea is supported by France 2030 (ADEME) and the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU). It brings together 13 partners, including ADM, Avantium, Arkema, Kraton, and leading research institutions.
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