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This is a high-performance humic acid developed by applying the technology of Bolegard, which has been leading lignin chemistry. It is a product uniquely processed from leonardite-derived humic acid, achieving excellent solubility in low pH solutions. Conventional humic acid tends to aggregate in low pH environments, but Bolegro resolves this issue. It enhances the activity of microorganisms, which is the inherent function of humic acid, thereby increasing the nutrient absorption rate of plants. It can also be mixed with fertilizers for application. With an application rate of 1-3 kg per hectare, it demonstrates effects equivalent to 6-10 kg per hectare of conventional humic acid. *Inquiries from trading companies regarding the new handling of Bolegro are also welcome. *Samples of 200-300 g are currently available. For more details, please download the materials or feel free to contact us.

• Fertilizers and Pesticides

Currently, lignin is attracting attention as a powerful biomaterial, but it was previously used only for limited applications. Bolegard is a company that has consistently produced lignin since its early days. One of the applications that supported this early period was lead-acid batteries. Lead-acid batteries were invented in 1859 by the Frenchman Gaston Planté. The current basic structure consists of lead dioxide as the positive electrode, sponge lead as the negative electrode, and dilute sulfuric acid as the electrolyte. Until the first few decades of the 20th century, the containers for battery cells were made of wood. However, with improvements that changed the containers to plastic, a problem arose where the cycle life became shorter. Upon investigating the cause, it was found that lignin was what supported the cycle life of lead-acid batteries. It was discovered that the polymer structure of lignin has excellent functions in inhibiting or dispersing the crystallization of inorganic compounds due to steric hindrance. Subsequently, Bolegard followed a business path of developing lignin-based dispersants suitable for various applications. We are introducing various new applications for lignin. Please take a look at our special page.

• Soil improvement material

Lignin sulfonate salts are non-toxic, persistent, and less likely to be regulated (such as by REACH or EPA), which is why they are used in many products. For example, they are used as fluidizers in concrete products, as crystal growth inhibitors in lead-acid batteries, as dispersants and colloidal stabilizers in dyes, and as binders in animal feed. Here, we will highlight the important functions of these substances in pesticide formulations, such as binding, dispersion, complexation, and crystal growth inhibition. A common aspect of these functions is that lignin sulfonate salts exert these functions by adsorbing at interfaces. We will provide specific information on how these functions operate in pesticide formulations in the downloadable materials. ★Currently offering samples of 200-300g★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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This is a product based on lignin extracted from wood. It has a high ability to chelate trace metal ions, and this performance is stable. It can bind trace metal elements across a wide pH range, allowing for flexible customization of trace elements. Furthermore, it also provides a moisture-retaining effect, enabling suitable water supply to the leaf surface, creating an environment where plants can easily absorb trace elements. Please consider it as a material for making trace element fertilizers. ★OMRI certified ★Currently offering samples of 200-300g★ For more details, please download the materials or feel free to contact us.

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Borregaard's bio-based biodegradable structuring agent is robust. It stabilizes the suspended solids of fragrance capsules and can thicken by formulating cationic, non-ionic, and anionic surfactants, enzymes, and oxidants over a wide pH and temperature range. It prevents the suspension and sedimentation of fragrance capsules with a non-stringy product texture. 【Features】 ■ Structuring based on cationic, non-ionic, and anionic surfactants ■ Prevention of suspension and sedimentation of fragrance capsules ■ Improved product stability and shelf life ■ Adjustable product rheology and flow (injectability and sprayability) ■ Enhanced compatibility and robustness with surfactants, salts, enzymes, and oxidants ■ Non-stringy product texture ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our bio-based rheology additives are robust and can be used with extreme pH formulations as well as a wide range of additives and surfactants. The shear-thinning effect of cellulose fibrils improves the sprayability and spray uniformity of liquid products, including strongly acidic formulations. Rapid viscosity recovery extends the vertical adhesion of the product. 【Features】 ■ Uniform sprayability for strongly acidic, neutral, and alkaline products ■ Improved vertical adhesion of liquid formulations and foams ■ Extended contact time of cleaning agents on vertical surfaces ■ Enhanced stability and shelf life of highly acidic products such as acid washing solutions ■ Structuring of cationic, nonionic, and anionic surfactant systems ★ Samples of 200-300g are currently available ★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Through laboratory work, it has been demonstrated that the biopolymer from Pioneera exhibits superior performance in suppressing lime scale and cleaning power of surfactants compared to petrochemical-based products. In laboratory work, the performance of Boregard's plant-based biopolymer is compared to a polyacrylate (PA) benchmark. Surface tension was measured using a spinning drop video tensiometer. [Key Points] - Suppresses calcite scale better than petrochemical-based polyacrylate - Improved cleaning power under hard water conditions - Protects appliances and enhances cleaning ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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A study conducted in accordance with ASTM D3556-14 standards has demonstrated the superior anti-filming properties of Borregaard biopolymers compared to petrochemical-based products. In laboratory work following this standard, the anti-filming properties of Borregaard plant-based biopolymers are compared to a polyacrylate (PA) benchmark. Pioneer biopolymers exhibited better anti-filming performance compared to the benchmark polyacrylate (PA). 【Key Points】 <Pioneer Biopolymer> ■ Demonstrates superior anti-filming performance compared to the benchmark polyacrylate. ■ Can replace synthetic anti-filming additives (AFA) in automatic dishwasher formulations. ■ Performance can be enhanced when used in combination with synthetic AFA. ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our company offers a variety of plant-based anionic dispersants for automatic dishwashing (ADW) products. Biopolymer dispersants are designed to meet the challenges of difficult cleaning conditions such as water hardness and high alkalinity. They can replace oil-based components like polyacrylate, reduce phosphate levels, and improve the sustainability of detergents without compromising performance. 【Key Benefits】 ■ 100% bio-based ■ Compatible with a wide range of substrates, fillers, and other additives ■ Reduces staining and film adhesion on dishes ■ Provides a natural color without affecting the transparency of liquid formulations ■ REACH exempt, non-sensitizing, non-irritating (to eyes and skin), non-toxic ★ Samples of 200-300g are currently available ★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our products help solve typical challenges in the formulation of liquid home care products and industrial detergents. They are also essential in ongoing development and innovation to replace synthetic additives with bio-based alternatives without sacrificing performance. There are various typical challenges that our bio-based products aim to address, such as "suspension of capsules and solids in liquid detergents" and "rheology and viscosity control of strongly acidic formulations." [Challenges to be addressed] ■ Structuring of cationic, anionic, and nonionic surfactant systems ■ Suspension of capsules and solids in liquid detergents ■ Rheology and viscosity control of strongly acidic formulations ■ Uniform sprayability of strongly acidic, neutral, and alkaline liquid detergents ■ Detergents and foam sticking to vertical surfaces, leading to prolonged contact time ■ Incompatibility with pH, surfactants, salts, enzymes, oxidants, temperature, and solvents ■ Safety: REACH exempt, non-sensitizing, non-irritating, non-toxic ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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In laboratory work, a reduction in corrosion rate has been demonstrated in soft steel coupon tests using Pionera biopolymer. This test was conducted at ambient temperature and pH 6.8 +/- 0.3, using various formulations of corrosion inhibitors. The addition of Pionera biopolymer significantly reduced the corrosion rate from day one. [Key Points] - The addition of Pionera biopolymer significantly reduced the corrosion rate from day one. - Excellent corrosion protection was achieved in combination with zinc. ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

• Water treatment technology and systems

Pionera biopolymer helps in the degradation and dispersion of biofilms. Laboratory work was conducted using Staphylococcus simulans strains isolated from a meat processing plant after cleaning. Bacterial cultures were grown overnight at 30°C in tryptone soy broth (TSB). Adhesion to steel was measured by both surface coverage (microscopic examination) and colony-forming units, with colony-forming units determined by removing bacteria from coupons using ultrasonic treatment and plate spreading. [Points] - Rinsing operations using Pionera biopolymer significantly reduced bacterial films on steel coupons. - Delayed bacterial colonization. - REACH exempt and environmentally friendly. ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

• Water treatment technology and systems

Pionera dispersants demonstrate superior performance in dispersing many common contaminants (rust, clay, soot, oil, etc.) in cooling circuits compared to polyacrylate. Dispersion improves cleaning by keeping particles suspended in water and preventing re-adhesion to surfaces. In the laboratory, a diluted dispersion of ferric oxide (0.1g in 50ml) and kaolin (1g in 50ml) was prepared with dispersant concentrations of 0.01% to 0.03% (weight of dispersant per weight of solid particles), using a reference polyacrylate (PA) with a molecular weight of 5000 Da. [Key Points] ■ Excellent dispersion performance of Pionera biopolymer compared to petroleum-based polyacrylate ■ Proven to be a bio-based sustainable alternative in water treatment formulations ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

• Water treatment technology and systems

In the dynamic flow tests conducted within the company, the dispersion capability of Pionera biopolymer has been demonstrated to be equivalent to that of petrochemical-based dispersants and superior to standard lignosulfonates. The calcium carbonate scale dynamic flow test measured the weight of calcium carbonate scale deposited on a glass surface, using a saturation solubility of 100 times, a polymer inhibitor at 50 ppm, and a scale time of 2 hours. The gypsum scale dynamic flow test utilized a calcium sulfate saturation solubility of 1.2x, a polymer inhibitor at 10 ppm, a scale time of 8 hours, and a temperature gradient using copper pipes, with the scale amount evaluated both by weight and optically. [Key Points] ■ Similar scale growth on the surfaces of biopolymers and petrochemical-based polyacrylates ■ Proven to be a sustainable alternative based on bio-resources ■ Superior to other bio-based options ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our biopolymer has been specially developed for boiler water treatment. It prevents, suppresses, and disperses deposits in boiler tubes, injectors, feed lines, and economizers. It keeps suspended carbonate, iron oxide, and phosphate sludge formed from reactions between water hardness, chemical treatment, and corrosion products. The sludge does not adhere to metal surfaces, accumulates in the boiler water, and can be blown off, significantly minimizing the eventual formation of hard scale, which typically reduces heat transfer. 【Features】 ■ Prevents, suppresses, and disperses deposits such as those in economizers ■ Keeps carbonate, iron oxide, and phosphate sludge in suspension ■ Sludge: accumulates in boiler water and can be blown off ■ Also provides protection against oxygen corrosion ■ Has film-forming capability ★Currently offering samples of 200-300g★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

• Refrigeration units, boilers, cooling towers

Borregaard is improving water treatment formulations for industrial cooling circuits by providing sustainable and renewable biopolymers. Our products help control suspended solids and iron stains, and also have the effect of suppressing the growth of surface scale. Biopolymers are a sustainable alternative to petrochemical-based dispersants commonly used in water treatment formulations. 【Features】 ■ Reduces the precipitation of calcium carbonate and calcium sulfate scale on surfaces ■ Works well with common scale threshold inhibitors ■ Improves the dispersion of contaminants in process water ■ Limits the deposition of organic matter and inorganic particles ■ Restricts the accumulation of biofilm on surfaces ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our products have been proven to have a low climate footprint and provide excellent environmental performance across almost all environmental categories. We have contracted with Norsus, an independent third party, to conduct a life cycle assessment (LCA) based on ISO 14044/48 standards. The LCA analyzes the environmental impact of our products from raw materials to finished goods and monitors how environmental improvements in the value chain can reduce this impact. We prioritize innovations and activities that can improve the environmental and climate impact of our products, such as reducing emissions and waste, and improving water and energy efficiency. The LCA confirms that the negative environmental and climate impacts of our products and processes have decreased over time. 【Other Contributions to Sustainable Living】 ■ Global challenges and sustainable solutions ■ Aspects of sustainability in customer solutions ■ Sustainably managed forests - an eternal resource ■ Commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions ■ Commitment to strong innovation *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our company has been recognized for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance regarding climate change, forests, and water security by the global environmental nonprofit CDP, and has been included in the annual "A List." Based on data reported through CDP's 2022 questionnaires on climate change and forests, Borregaard is one of the few companies that achieved a double "A" out of approximately 15,000 companies that received scores. We provide green products that excel in climate and environmental characteristics, replacing petroleum-based products. [About Borregaard] ■ Operates a sustainable biorefinery ■ Uses natural renewable raw materials ■ Produces environmentally friendly biochemicals that can replace petroleum-based products in sectors such as agriculture and aquaculture, construction, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, food, batteries, and biofuels. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our company offers lignin-based seed pelletization and coating agents. These sustainable products increase seed size and promote seed protection, germination, and performance. They help incorporate necessary materials onto the seed surface, and the use of these binders results in uniformly sized and shaped pellet seeds. As a result, placement accuracy and seed germination improve, leading to uniform plant stands. 【Features】 ■ Better quality coated seeds ■ Low dust and good flowability ■ Sustainable bio-based solutions *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Exilva" is an efficient biodegradable stabilizer for solid components, active ingredients, pigments, and nutrients in liquid coatings that contain high solids, large amounts of salt, or multiple active ingredients. It creates porous films and coatings, enabling early germination of seeds, and provides sedimentation prevention properties that lead to a uniform coating surface in liquid coatings. It can be used for the development of solutions to structural or compatibility challenges, as well as innovations that do not use microplastics. 【Features】 ■ Capable of formulating multiple active ingredients under high ionic strength conditions and a wide pH range ■ Reduces dust-off ■ Promotes early germination *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our sustainable lignosulfonates and microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) can be used for seed coating, pelletizing, and as a skin, helping to reduce dust from key pesticides and biological components. Lignin-based biopolymers add the necessary strength to pelletized and coated seeds, improving flowability from seed treatment facilities to planting. Additionally, microfibrillated cellulose Exilva can be used as a sedimentation prevention additive and germination promoter for film-coated seeds. 【Product Lineup】 ■ EXILVA for film-coated seeds ■ Binders for pelletized and coated seeds *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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A life cycle analysis (LCA) of using Marasperse AG and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) in plant nutrition concluded that Marasperse AG is a more sustainable alternative. This study was conducted in 2019 by NORSUS, Norway's leading independent research institute for LCA and other environmental impact analyses. NORSUS concluded that by replacing EDTA with Borregaard's chelating biopolymer Marasperse AG and applying Zn and Mn to tangerines, CO2 emissions could be reduced by 90%. For example, if EDTA were replaced with Marasperse AG in an area the same size as farmland in Wisconsin, CO2 emissions would be reduced to an amount equivalent to the emissions from 33,000 cars per year or 153,000 flights between London and New York. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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Our company provides fertilizer additives, inert agents, and co-formulants that are certified for organic use in agriculture, ornamental plants, and landscaping soil amendments. The Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) supports organic integrity by providing independent reviews of products intended for certified organic production, handling, and processing to certifiers, growers, manufacturers, and suppliers. Products listed by OMRI undergo rigorous reviews to ensure compliance with organic standards. 【Application Areas】 ■ Sustainable functional materials for plant nutrition ■ Sustainable co-formulants, ingredients, and adjuvants for crop protection ■ Sustainable co-formulants and adjuvants for use in biocontrol ■ Sustainable products for seed coating, pelleting, and covering *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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"Borrechel" is a series of sustainable soluble lignin complex micronutrients. These micronutrients include iron, copper, manganese, and zinc (or combinations of these), forming complexes with lignosulfonic acid, a natural chelating agent. The trace elements are highly complexed, with a complexation rate of at least 90%. This represents a higher level of water-soluble and complex micronutrients compared to those prepared from other chelating agents. 【Features】 ■ Suitable for sustainable and organic farming ■ Avoids precipitation of Cu, Mn, and Zn in water-soluble fertilizer solutions for fertigation ■ Suitable for direct application or for use in combination with dry fertilizer blends ■ When used properly, does not cause leaf burn associated with synthetic chelates ■ Available in powder, granule, or liquid form ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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"Marasperse AG" is a unique lignosulfonate that exhibits excellent performance as a chelating agent for micronutrients. It is sustainable and easy to use, generating stable metal complexes across a wide pH range, providing high-quality liquid micronutrient fertilizers. It can be used as a substitute for synthetic chelating agents. It can be applied through foliar spraying, fertilizer application, or as a soil amendment. It biodegrades slowly but steadily through soil microbial activity, contributing to the natural soil cycle and mechanisms. 【Features】 ■ High micronutrient content in the formulation ■ Requires a small dosage to achieve the target chelation rate ■ No leaf burn ■ Long-lasting effects with foliar application ■ Supports producers in reducing CO2 emissions ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our sustainable chelating agents and ready-to-use micronutrients provide excellent complexing performance for foliar applications of micronutrient formulations. Lignin-based chelating agents possess unique properties that offer benefits to micronutrient formulators at many stages of operation. They can be used to stabilize metal complexes over a wide pH range and allow for higher concentrations of metal salts to be loaded compared to other chelating agents. We also offer a variety of ready-to-use lignosulfonate complex micronutrients in powder, granular, and liquid forms. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Chelating Agent "Marasperse AG" ■ Micronutrient "Borrechel" ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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"BorreGRO HA-1" is a modified humic acid that increases the uptake of plant nutrient solutions applied to the soil, is compatible with fertilizers, and adds carbon content to soil microorganisms. It is a specially formulated potassium humate derived from leonardite, providing excellent solubility in low pH solutions. It enables a top-class humic content in fertilizer formulations. The concentrated active humic content means enhanced complexation of metal salts, increased carbon content in soil microorganisms, and improved nutrient use efficiency in various fertilizer applications. 【Features】 ■ When added to starter fertilizers, it improves nutrient retention in the soil profile, resulting in healthier and higher-yielding plants. ■ Prevents phosphorus fixation and complexes metal salts. ■ Enhances nutrient retention and availability. ■ Improves seed germination. ■ Compatible with a wide pH range (2-12) with low insolubility. ★Samples of 200-300g are currently available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our sustainable BorreGRO soil conditioner effectively complexes nutrients, enhances their availability to plants, and maximizes health and performance. The application to various crops, lawns, and houseplants demonstrates that BorreGRO products consistently improve the effects of specialized fertilization, resulting in significantly healthier plant growth and increased yields. We offer products such as "Boregro HA-1," a modified humic acid that enhances nutrient use efficiency in plants, and "Boregro K," a bio-based lignosulfonate. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Boregro HA-1 ■ Boregro K ■ BORREGRO CA ★ Samples of 200-300g are currently available ★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Our sustainable products maximize the use of nutrients present in the soil or added during fertilization. They can be used for applications such as soil conditioners, micronutrients, liquid fertilizers, soluble concentrates, and granulation aids. Our functional ingredients for plant nutrition help reduce the environmental footprint of agricultural inputs. Additionally, they contribute to making the soil more fertile by restoring the levels of organic matter necessary for healthy plant growth. 【Features】 ■ Maximizes the use of nutrients present in the soil or added during fertilization ■ Our functional ingredients for plant nutrition help reduce the environmental footprint of agricultural inputs ■ Helps make the soil more fertile by restoring the levels of organic matter necessary for healthy plant growth ★Samples of 200-300g are available★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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This document features various products handled by Boregarde. We offer a rich selection, including "lignin products" made from components that account for about 25% of coniferous trees, and "cellulose fiber products" that are microfibrillated. We also provide detailed information on the lineup of each product, their applications, main functions, and shapes. Please make use of this for your product selection. 【Contents (excerpt)】 ■ Lignin Products ■ What is Lignin? ■ Cellulose Fiber Products ■ What is Exilva? *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This document features various products handled by Boregarde. It richly introduces "lignin products" made from components that account for about 25% of coniferous trees, as well as "cellulose fiber products" that are microfibrillated. Detailed information on the lineup of each product, their applications, main functions, and shapes is also provided. Please use this information to assist in your product selection. [Contents (excerpt)] ■ Lignin products ■ What is lignin? ■ Cellulose fiber products ■ What is Exilva? *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This document features various products handled by Boregarde. We offer a rich selection, including "lignin products" made from components that account for about 25% of coniferous trees, and "cellulose fiber products" that are microfibrillated. We also provide detailed information on the lineup of each product, their applications, main functions, and shapes. Please make use of this information when selecting products. 【Contents (excerpt)】 ■ Lignin products ■ What is lignin? ■ Cellulose fiber products ■ What is Exilver? ★ Samples of 200-300g are currently available ★ Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Cellulose fiber products are not as delicate as CNF and offer excellent cost performance. LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) have been completed. The CO2 footprint as a raw material can be reported. *Free samples are available. Please request them through [Contact Us].

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It is a powdered lignin sulfonic acid that is soluble in water and has a light brown appearance. LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) have been created. The CO2 footprint as a raw material can be reported. *Free samples are available. Please request through [Contact Us].

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