Micromidas Inc.
Chemical ManufacturingCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
Micromidas Inc. is a small chemical manufacturing company based in West Sacramento, California. It develops and scales environmentally benign biological and chemical processes that convert waste biomass into valuable chemical and material commodities. The firm is currently advancing a process that turns the cellulose in waste biomass into para-xylene, a key component used in PET and polyester. Its target market includes players in the chemical manufacturing sector and downstream plastics producers that rely on para-xylene for polymer production. By converting waste biomass into a widely used commodity, Micromidas addresses the need for sustainable feedstocks and waste valorization within this industry. The company operates with a small team and concentrates on scalable production methods within the broader chemical manufacturing landscape.