SONGWON Launches SONGNOX 1076 Antioxidant, the First RSPO-Approved Product

In July 2026, Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd., a prominent global specialty chemicals and polymer stabilizers manufacturing company, launched the SONGNOX 1076 phenolic antioxidant after it was approved by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). The company was awarded the MB Grade Certificate from the RSPO. The RSPO authorization was issued in January 2026, and the approval allows the company to sell the SONGNOX 1076 antioxidant commercially as an RSPO-compliant product.

The company is planning to expand its portfolio of RSPO-approved products in the future. The SONGNOX 1076 antioxidant has one of the lowest environmental impacts in its class of products, and the RSPO approval further signals future sustainability to the buyers. This product allows customers to adopt a good quality and eco-friendly product in the wake of ever-strengthening environmental norms, for example, the European Union Deforestation regulations.

According to Hyeokkoo Lee, the Global Product Manager Main Antioxidants, the company has put significant impetus on providing effective and reliable products that are sourced ethically. This trend aligns with the global chemical industry trend of transitioning towards minimal raw materials usage in manufacturing operations, as well as industrial machinery optimized for maximum efficiency.

Impact on the Chemical Industry

According to Precedence Research, the launch of SONGNOX 1076 phenolic antioxidant is expected to propel the chemical industry towards the adoption of sustainable sourcing and manufacturing practices. Such measures ensure the company’s contribution towards environmental conservation as well as facilitate adherence to stringent regulations regarding carbon emissions. This launch comes at a time when various governments are promoting sustainable production by providing subsidies to companies with a low carbon footprint and penalizing companies with high emissions.

Impact on the Specialty Chemicals Market

The global specialty chemicals market size is valued at USD 940.72 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 978.79 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 1,377.32 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 3.54% from 2026 to 2035.

According to Precedence Research, the introduction of the SONGNOX 1076 phenolic antioxidant is expected to positively impact the specialty chemicals market, as it provides a benchmark for the production of high-quality palm oil derivatives while adhering to modern government laws.

Many specialty chemical companies hesitated before transforming their raw materials, as they feared losing the margin of profits. But Songwon has paved the way for companies to follow in the adoption of minimal-usage practices while simultaneously maintaining the quality of the final product. The company is also planning to broaden its portfolio of RSPO-certified polymer stabilizers, which will further improve the image of sustainable practices in the sector.

Impact on the Sustainable Materials Market

The global sustainable materials market size was evaluated at USD 374.67 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 421.17 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 1,183.54 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 12.19% from 2026 to 2035.

According to Precedence Research, the introduction of SONGNOX 1076 phenolic antioxidant is expected to expand the horizons of the sustainable materials market. Sustainable materials were conventionally used for mid-technological complexity chemical production as they pose less risk of final product quality and reliability degradation due to the fairly straightforward chemistry involved.

But in the case of high-end chemicals, corporations hesitated to change their traditional manufacturing pipelines to preserve the quality of the end product, which is of significant importance at that price point. Despite this, Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd. dared to adopt sustainable materials and production processes, and still achieved a very good quality final product, which does not compromise on reliability and performance.

Expert Opinion

According to industry experts, this is a major milestone in the eco-friendly usage of palm oil derivatives. Earlier, many companies marketed their chemical products as palm oil-free, which attracted consumers as it signalled low environmental hazard. But Songwon has modified this trend by proving that eco-friendly sourcing and usage of palm oil can still provide similar benefits of reduction in carbon footprint. They also maintained the quality of their produced goods, evading any decrease in quality. 

About Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd.

Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd. is a major global manufacturer of polymer stabilizers, fuel and lubricant additives, coatings, tin intermediates, and specialty chemicals. The company places significant emphasis on providing good services and products to its customers and is dedicated to contributing to the environment alongside growth. The company acts as a partner to its customers and provides technical assistance alongside consistently supplying good-quality, ethically sourced chemicals. Songwon has adopted corporate social responsibility (CSR), which refers to the company’s focus on wholesome contributions to society. This contribution is in various contexts, such as the protection of the environment and providing good quality products consistently at reasonable prices. The company also provides safety data sheets (SDS) and technical data sheets (TDS) to ensure safe usage and transport.