Tall Oil
Reliable, Traceable Tall Oil for Biofuels and Biochemicals
Tall oil is a renewable liquid byproduct of the kraft pulping process, valued as a feedstock for biodiesel, HVO, and biochemical applications. Prime Elements sources it from certified pulp and paper partners and delivers it worldwide with full traceability.
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Powering Biofuel and Biochemical Innovation with Reliable Tall Oil
Tall oil is a liquid byproduct of the kraft pulping process, extracted from wood resins during paper production. Once considered a waste stream, it is now valued as a renewable feedstock for biodiesel, hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), and biochemical applications such as adhesives, resins, and oleochemicals. Prime Elements sources tall oil from certified pulp and paper partners and delivers it through optimized global logistics to fuel producers and chemical manufacturers.
Consistent Quality and Performance
Thanks to our long-term partnerships with pulp mills, Prime Elements secures a stable supply of tall oil with controlled acid value and moisture content. Every batch is tested for fatty acid, rosin acid, and moisture content before shipment.
Trusted Logistics Partner
We understand how vital timely delivery is to your production schedule. Tall oil is delivered in bulk or containerized form by sea, rail, or road, using heated tanks and tank trucks where required, with customs support and real-time tracking included.
Compliance and Sustainability
As a byproduct of wood pulping, tall oil supports the circular economy and reduces reliance on virgin vegetable oils and fossil-based chemical inputs. Prime Elements supplies tall oil with RED II and ISCC-aligned documentation, giving full traceability from mill to end user.
Why Choose Tall Oil from Prime Elements?
Long-Term Mill Partnerships: Stable sourcing direct from pulp producers.
Technical Support: Formulation and specification guidance.
Sustainability-Driven Sourcing: Certified renewable feedstock with full traceability.
Transparent Pricing: Flexible contract terms.
Choose Prime Elements as your partner in dependable tall oil supply for sustainable fuels and biochemicals.
Tall oil is a versatile renewable feedstock used across the biofuel and biochemical industries.
Typical applications include:
- Biodiesel and HVO production
- Adhesives and resin manufacturing
- Coatings and industrial chemicals
- Oleochemical processing
- Rosin and fatty acid derivatives
Its high content of fatty acids and rosin acids makes it a versatile renewable input for both fuel and chemical applications.
| Parameter | Unit | Typical Range |
|---|---|---|
| Fatty acids | % | 40 – 60 |
| Rosin acids | % | 30 – 50 |
| Unsaponifiables | % | 5 – 15 |
| Acid value | mg KOH/g | 130 – 170 |
| Moisture | % | <2 |
Specifications vary depending on feedstock origin and production batch.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Delivery terms | FCA / FOB / CIF |
| Transport modes | Heated tank trucks, ISO tanks, tank vessels |
| Shipment size | 20 – 1,000 MT |
| Packaging | Bulk liquid |
| Storage | Heated storage tanks may be required |
Our standards are non-negotiable.
Every product in our portfolio is documented, tested and certified against international standards — and our memberships put that commitment on the record.
ISCC
International Sustainability & Carbon Certification.
EPCA
European Petrochemical Association — active member.
GROFOR
Federal Association of German Fuel Trade.
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