Methods for producing phenolic compounds including syringol from biomass and using same for 3D printing
Sustainable production of syringol from lignin-rich biomass addresses the non-renewable source issue, enhancing resin processability in 3D printing through enzymatic and catalytic depolymerization processes.
WO2025207660A2 Publication Date: 2025-10-02ALIGN TECHNOLOGY INC
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/US2025/021381
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-11-22
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-25
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-02
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing methods for producing syringol, a key component in 3D printable resins, rely on non-renewable and unsustainable tree charcoal oils, necessitating a shift to renewable biomass sources.
Method used
Methods for producing syringol from renewable biomass through depolymerization of lignin using oxygen sources, enzymes, and catalytic processes, including biological, enzymatic, and chemical treatments, to yield syringol and related compounds.
Benefits of technology
Provides a sustainable and cost-effective production of syringol from lignin-rich biomass, enabling the use of renewable resources and improving resin processability in 3D printing applications.
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Abstract
Methods for the production of syringol from biomass are provided. Reactive diluents derived from syringol and their use in 3D printing are also provided.
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