Nouryon launches low-carbon hydrogen peroxide

Nordic speciality chemicals firm Nouryon has announced the launch of a new low-carbon hydrogen peroxide product, targeting the pulp and paper, mining, and water treatment end markets with a solution to significantly reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions.

At Nouryon’s sodium chlorate and hydrogen peroxide manufacturing facilities, processes are closely linked to manufacture a hydrogen peroxide product with a low-carbon footprint. This synergy enables Nouryon to offer a regional hydrogen peroxide product that reduces the carbon footprint by up to 90% compared to natural gas steam reforming processes.

“The growing demand in European industries for low-carbon footprint products aligns well with Nouryon’s sustainability agenda. With the introduction of our new regional hydrogen peroxide product, we reinforce our commitment to our customers by offering the pulp and paper, mining, and water treatment end markets with a solution that meets stringent industry standards,” said Ann Lindgärde, Senior Vice President, Renewable Fibers at Nouryon.

Known as Eka HP Puroxide, it is produced using fossil-free hydrogen, sourced from Nouryon’s chlorate production and oxygen from the air, resulting in a low carbon footprint. Unlike traditional methods that use natural gas, it relies solely on fossil-free hydrogen gas and is produced in Sweden exclusively using renewable electricity.

“We are proud to be the first in the Nordics to launch a hydrogen peroxide product with a very low carbon footprint. This Eco-Premium Solution is designed to help our customers achieve their emission reduction targets by reducing their Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant step forward for both traditional and new hydrogen peroxide customers in Europe and a major step forward in reducing environmental impact,” said Jennie Malker, Vice President of Research and Development, Renewable Fibers at Nouryon.