Låkril Technologies has reached a significant milestone in its journey toward sustainable chemical production. The company commissioned its first fully continuous pilot plant in December 2025. This marks the fourth plant overall and the first to operate on a continuous basis.
The new plant produces samples of bio-based acrylic acid (bio-AA) for customers. The technology converts low-cost lactic acid from renewable sugars such as corn, cane, and beet into acrylic acid. This process achieves over 90% selectivity and offers a drop-in replacement for petrochemical acrylic acid.
Acrylic acid is a key ingredient in products like paints, adhesives, and superabsorbent polymers. The global market exceeds $12 billion annually. Låkril’s bio-AA promises comparable performance at a lower carbon footprint, reducing CO₂ emissions by more than 80%.
Since its founding, Låkril has rapidly developed its technology, building barriers to entry. The new pilot plant moves the process from laboratory to kilogram-scale production. Digital twins and detailed engineering are in place to support further development.
Chris Nicholas, CTO of Låkril, highlighted the significance: “Our catalytic dehydration process overcomes key challenges with superior yields and economics. This continuous pilot allows us to produce customer samples and reduce risks for commercial scaling.”
Backed by approximately 200 industry patents, Låkril’s technology transforms agricultural resources into high-value chemicals. The company is now focused on expanding capacity, licensing its technology, and accelerating commercialization.
This milestone underscores Låkril’s commitment to delivering sustainable, cost-competitive bio-based chemicals that support a greener, lower-carbon future.
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