Polyethylene furanoate, a polyester made from monoethylene glycol (MEG) and FDCA2,5-furandicarboxylic acid, an intermediate chemical produced from 5-HMF. The dicarboxylic acid can be used to make PEF = polyethylene furanoate, a po... More (2,5-furandicarboxylic acid, an intermediate chemical produced from 5-HMFHMF More). It can be a 100% biobasedThe term biobased describes the part of a material or product that is stemming from biomass. When making a biobased claim, the unit (biobased carbon c... More alternative for PETPolyethylenterephthalate, transparent polyester used for bottles and film. The polyester is made from monoethylene glycol (MEG), that can be renewably... More. PEF also has improved product characteristics, such as better structural strength and improved barrier behaviour, which will allow for the use of PEF bottles in additional applications. [bM 03/11, 04/12]