Zemea® propanediol
When performance matters, Covation Bio PDO has a pure, petroleum-free diol solution. With multiple formulations (Zemea®, Zemea® USP-FCC & Zemea® USP-NF) to meet the exacting standards of a variety of markets and applications, our 100% plant-based performance brand, Zemea® propanediol, helps companies fulfill their sustainability goals without compromising on quality.
The benefits of Zemea® propanediol include:
- A pure, petroleum-free diol
- High performance in a variety of applications
- Certified 100% bio-based by USDA BioPreferred® program
Zemea®
This multifunctional, preservative-boosting humectant and ingredient delivers high performance in a variety of consumer applications—from cosmetics and personal care to laundry and household cleaning. Plus, Zemea® propanediol is sustainably sourced and generates up to 40% less greenhouse gas emissions over its life.
Zemea® USP-FCC
A welcome alternative to petroleum-based carriers, Zemea® USP-FCC propanediol offers flavorists and food technologists reduced bitterness and enhanced sweetness in applications like beverages, extracts, dairy, flavors and colors, as well as processing aids and humectants.
Zemea® USP-NF
Pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, personal care and other applications that require USP-NF standard can utilize Zemea® USP-NF propanediol as an alternative to petroleum-based glycols and glycerin. Additionally, Zemea® USP-NF propanediol may be used as an excipient for over-the-counter (OTC) oral and dermal pharmaceutical applications.
Zemea® propanediol can help product formulators fulfill their sustainability goals without compromising on quality in a variety of applications, including:
Personal care
As a bio-based ingredient in personal care products, Zemea® propanediol offers great sensory characteristics, creating formulations that are gentler on your body than petroleum.
Home care
As an enzyme stabilizer or eco-friendly solvent in household cleaning products, Zemea® propanediol improves sustainability profiles by replacing petroleum-based glycols.
Pharmaceuticals & dietary supplements
Zemea® USP-NF propanediol gives formulators an alternative to petroleum-based glycols and glycerin, bringing sustainability and excellent humectancy to gel caps, cough syrups and more.
Food & flavors
Zemea® USP-FCC propanediol offers flavorists and food technologists reduced bitterness and enhanced sweetness in food and beverage products.
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Product formulators and designers are invited to request a sample for application testing.