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Biomass to Fine Chemicals
Inspired by nature and the chemistry of life inside our cells our talented team has developed a range of green high-tech solutions to make sustainable fine chemicals using new eco-technologies based on renewable starting materials.
Biomass to Fine Chemicals
By using green catalytic technology, we have developed an eco-friendly process to transform biomass into sustainable fine chemicals such as capsaicin. Capsaicin is a naturally occurring substance in chili peppers and gives that spicy feeling when consumed. Besides food, capsaicin has been found to have highly interesting properties. This includes anti-herpes and anti-fungal properties.
There is a high industrial demand for pure capsaicin. However, current processes are limited and cannot cover the high demand for pure capsaicin. By using green catalytic technology our scientist has found a way to transform biomass into pure capsaicin using no pressure and low temperature.
XPC technology yields a superior and predictable Capsaicin product quality with purities above 96%. Capsaicin is today used as:
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Animal feed additive for healthier animals and reduced use of antibiotics.
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Active ingredient in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for treatment of pain; liniment and plasters.
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Protection against pests/rodents and as anti-fouling agent in marine applications.
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Active ingredient in self-defence sprays.
XPC Feed
Animal feed supplements
The positive effect of capsaicin in animal feeds:
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Animals such as pigs cannot break down oligosaccharides. This results in bacteria growth which has a negative effect on the health of the pigs
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By adding capsaicin to the animal feed two effects can be observed
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A better intestine environment: more healthy animals and less bacteria growth
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Less antibiotics are needed to keep the animals healthy
Other effects:
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Increased growth
XPC Cosmetics
Cosmetics and pharmaceuticals plasters
Capsaicin is today used in cosmetic products marketed towards:
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Muscle and joint pain relief, liniment
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Nerve pain, OTC plasters
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Stiff joints
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Slimming cream
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Anti-age cream
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Lip plumping gloss
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Face masks
Benefits of our capsaicin in cosmetics:
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High Purity Capsaicin, >98%
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Odour free
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No colour
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Free from pesticides and heavy metals
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Sustainable production with origin from wood
XPC Protect
Antifouling in paints, protection against pests, self-defence spray
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Prevents growth on surfaces such as ship hulls and marine installations.
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Mixed into the outer casing of cables to protect against bite damage from rodents and insects.
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Protects animals from electric shock.
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High purity is required for colour and plastic compatibility.
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UV-active product which facilitate identification of an attacker.
XPC Life
Dietary supplements and life science
The positive effect of capsaicin in humans:
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Capsaicin from chili are today used in numerous over the counter supplements for promotion of weight loss.
Capsaicin’s anti-obesity effect have been attributed to several different mechanisms:
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Inhibit adipogenesis – reduce formation of new fat cells.
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Activate brown adipose tissue – increased energy expenditure.
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Effects on hypothalamus – reduced appetite.
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Improved gastrointestinal tract and gut microbiome.
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