In response to the growing global demand for lactic acid and lactates, Jungbunzlauer is considering an expansion of its lactic acid fermentation with a new production plant in Port Colborne, Canada.
Lactic acid is a highly important organic acid used in many food and non-food applications globally. Furthermore, it is an efficient biocidal active substance used in disinfectants. It is also used for making the bioplastic polylactic acid (PLA), a novel polymer that is promising in replacing traditional plastics. The growth in the markets requiring lactic acid has been very dynamic and is even accelerating and Jungbunzlauer is projecting further growth of the lactic acid demand throughout all applications. The expansion plan resonates with the idea of securing adequate future supply to meet growing global demand.
Jungbunzlauer’s activities in lactic acid started in 2012 with its first fermentation facility in Marckolsheim, France. For a better access to the Canadian and the US market, the new factory is considered for the Canadian production site in Port Colborne, Ontario. Presently, the Port Colborne site runs a major citric acid facility paired with a corn wet milling plant as source for fermentation raw material. Since its inauguration in 2001, the site underwent several expansion and technology upgrading. The new lactic acid project is likely to enhance the competencies of the site further and promote future growth of both output as well as workforce. This project will utilise modern technology which minimises greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption and product side streams.
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