Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is an alternative fuel made from non-petroleum feedstocks that can power aircrafts with similar properties to conventional jet fuel but has a significantly lower carbon footprint.

Formic acid is widely used in industrial applications including leather tanning, textile processing, rubber coagulation, and as a preservative in agriculture and animal feed. In chemical synthesis, it serves as a reducing agent and reagent. Its versatility spans from pharmaceutical preservatives to environmentally friendly de-icing agents, making it a valuable platform chemical across multiple industries.