INEOS Nitriles bio-based acrylonitrile reduces carbon footprint

INEOS Nitriles has confirmed the world first sales of InvireoTM a new bio-based acrylonitrile, a raw material necessary in the production of carbon fibre.

INVIREOTM acrylonitrile is produced via a controlled and certified (ISCC+) mass balance route which allows INEOS Nitriles to offer customers products with a 90% reduction in their carbon footprint vs. conventional acrylonitrile-based products.

Carbon fibre is increasingly used across a variety of applications as a lightweight yet durable alternative to aluminium, titanium and steel. 

Gordon Adams, business director for INEOS Nitriles and INEOS Phenol businesses said: “This is a significant milestone in the delivery of INEOS Nitriles sustainability strategy. Our new bio-based acrylonitrile has the potential to significantly cut the carbon footprint of a variety of everyday industries. Consumers and businesses alike are looking for improved sustainability for their products, and this new acrylonitrile delivers that.”