Trillium Renewable Chemicals
Plant-based industrial chemicals
About
Founded in 2021 as a spinout from a Department of Energy-funded nonprofit, Trillium Renewable Chemicals produces industrial chemicals derived from renewable feedstocks. Their flagship product is bio-based acrylonitrile, a key chemical for applications like carbon fiber and plastics. The company aims to replace fossil-fuel-derived chemicals with sustainable alternatives, serving chemical manufacturers seeking greener supply chains. They have raised $21.8M over multiple rounds, including a recent $13M Series B led by Hyosung Advanced Materials.
Products
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acrylonitrile from glycerol
— Produces acrylonitrile using glycerol as a renewable feedstock, reducing carbon emissions and enhancing supply security.
Customer sectors: chemical manufacturers, renewable materials producers, industrial manufacturers
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acetonitrile from biorenewable feedstocks
— Provides acetonitrile made from renewable feedstocks as a sustainable alternative to oil-derived chemicals.
Customer sectors: chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, solvent users
Market research & competitive positioning
Source-backed TAM / SAM / SOM sizing, displacement analysis, and an interactive peer positioning map for Trillium Renewable Chemicals — available to members.
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