ENZEPOX
Chemo‑enzymatic epoxidation of undecenoic acid and its valorization.
Context
Epoxides are incorporated into numerous everyday products (e.g. plasticizers, paints, lubricants). Industrial production of these molecules typically requires strong acids, which cause equipment corrosion, necessitate neutralization steps, generate waste treatment requirements, and often lead to low selectivity due to side reactions.
Objectives
The ENZEPOX project aims to develop a chemo‑enzymatic epoxidation process using more selective and environmentally benign synthetic pathways.
Expected results
The reaction conditions for the epoxidation process will be optimized.
Target markets
- Lubricants
- Detergents
- Cosmetics
Components involved
- UMR 5629 LCPO
- UMR 792 TBI
- ITERG
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