Specialty Chemicals & Innovation Hub

Advancing Chemistry: Ethanol & Alcohol Derivatives

Tano Distilleries and Chemicals Limited is strategically focused on expanding beyond traditional alcohol production into the realm of value-added specialty chemicals derived from ethanol and other alcohols. We view innovation not just as a capability, but as a core driver of growth and differentiation in the competitive chemical landscape. Our commitment to Research & Development (R&D) enables us to transform renewable resources like ethanol into sophisticated chemical building blocks, offering unique functionalities and sustainable advantages to our customers. This focus on downstream diversification mirrors the strategies of forward-thinking biorefineries globally, aiming to capture higher value and build deeper partnerships.

By leveraging our deep expertise in alcohol chemistry, we are actively building a portfolio that addresses evolving market needs for performance, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Driving Innovation: Our Research & Development Engine

Innovation is the lifeblood of Tano's specialty chemicals division. Our dedicated R&D team, comprising experienced chemists and engineers, works relentlessly to push the boundaries of alcohol chemistry.

  • R&D Philosophy

    Our research is driven by a commitment to solving customer challenges, anticipating market trends, embracing principles of green chemistry 13 , and continuously optimizing our production processes for efficiency and sustainability. We aim to develop products that offer superior performance, reduced environmental impact, and economic advantages.

  • Capabilities

    We operate well-equipped in-house R&D laboratories capable of synthesis, process development, analytical testing, and application studies. We foster a culture of scientific curiosity and are open to exploring collaborations with universities, research institutions, and industry partners to accelerate innovation, a practice common among industry leaders.

  • Focus Areas

    Our current R&D efforts concentrate on:

    1. Developing novel ethanol and alcohol derivatives with unique properties.
    2. Exploring new applications for existing products.
    3. Implementing greener synthetic routes and improving process sustainability (e.g., increasing yields, reducing waste, lowering energy consumption).
    4. Responding to specific customer needs through tailored product development.
  • Innovation Pipeline

    We maintain an active pipeline of potential new products and process improvements, ensuring Tano remains at the forefront of bio-based chemical innovation. [Hint at general areas without specifics].

Presenting R&D not merely as an internal function but as an engine for customer solutions is critical. B2B clients seek partners whose innovation can provide them with a competitive edge, whether through new ingredients, improved formulations, or more sustainable options.Tano's R&D narrative must emphasize this outward-facing value proposition.

Collaboration & Custom Synthesis

Tano Distilleries welcomes opportunities for collaboration. We are open to discussing:

  • Collaborative R&D Projects: Partnering on research initiatives to develop new chemical entities or applications leveraging our expertise in alcohol chemistry.
  • Custom Synthesis / Toll Manufacturing: Utilizing our manufacturing assets and technical capabilities to produce specific chemicals on a custom basis for clients, based on our core competencies.

We invite companies seeking innovative chemical solutions or reliable manufacturing partners to connect with our R&D and business development teams.