INFORM November/December 2025

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Biomass pyrolysis: Liquid properties Bio-oil, the complex liquid produced by biomass pyrolysis, is emerging as a versatile renewable resource—used today as a fuel and food flavoring and explored for future roles in advanced biofuels, specialty chemicals, and sustainable materials. Cashew nut liquid as a PVC plasticizer Researchers show that cashew nutshell liquid, a non-edible byproduct of cashew processing, can be transformed into high-performing, sustainable plasticizers that rival and even surpass conventional phthalates for flexible PVC applications. Read about the physical properties associated with the bio-based plastics they created. Dairy benefits from high-oleic soybeans High-oleic soybeans are increasingly being adopted in dairy diets. They improve milk composition and reduce feed costs, while lowering the risk of milk fat depression, sometimes boosting milk fat yield and percentage. And the altered chemistry that comes with roasting the soybeans provides other benefits. Read this article to understand how high-oleic is helping farmers.

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CONTENTS

4 Index to Advertisers

5 Editor’s Letter 6 Division Update

29 Regulatory Review 31 Extracts & Distillates