LANXESS Launches Sustainable Lubricant Additive for Extreme Pressure Applications

Date: October 30, 2025
Location: Cologne, Germany
Company: LANXESS

Overview

Specialty chemicals leader LANXESS has introduced a more sustainable variant of its well-established lubricant additive, Additin RC 2515, now manufactured at the ISCC PLUS-certified site in Mannheim. This innovative product caters to the lubricant industry’s growing demand for eco-friendly, high-performance additives suitable for extreme pressure environments.

Key Features of the New Additin RC 2515

• Sustainability Focus:

  • Over 80% of raw materials are sourced sustainably and certified under the ISCC PLUS (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) standard.
  • This enables full traceability and independent audits for raw materials, integrating renewable inputs into production.
  • The product’s product carbon footprint (PCF) is reduced by 34% compared to the previous version.

• Scopeblue Label:

  • Additin RC 2515 carries the Scopeblue label, reserved for products containing at least 50% recycled or bio-based raw materials and featuring significantly lower carbon footprints.

• Performance:

  • A light-colored, low-odor sulfur carrier with medium sulfur activity.
  • Designed for excellent lubricity and outstanding performance under extreme pressure.
  • Low reactivity with non-ferrous metals makes it ideal for lubricating components made from alloys like brass and bronze.
  • Versatile applications include metalworking fluids, heavy metal-free EP (extreme pressure) greases, slideway lubricants, and industrial gear oils.

ISCC PLUS Certification Elevates Mannheim Site

The Mannheim production facility has achieved ISCC PLUS certification, underscoring LANXESS’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing and enhancing its global lubricant additives business. According to Neelanjan Banerjee, Head of LANXESS Lubricant Additives:

"With ISCC PLUS certification and the more sustainable Additin RC 2515, we demonstrate that high-performance lubricant additives and sustainability go hand in hand, providing our customers with new opportunities to reduce their CO₂ footprint."

Commitment to Sustainability and Industry Leadership

LANXESS continues to expand its portfolio of certified sustainable products amid rising market demand for climate-friendly solutions. The new Additin RC 2515 embodies this strategy by balancing exceptional product performance with responsible environmental stewardship.

Company highlights:

• Annual sales of EUR 6.4 billion (2024)
• Around 11,900 employees across 32 countries
• Recognized in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index, MSCI ESG, and ISS ESG ratings for sustainability leadership

Additional Information

For further details on LANXESS’s sustainability initiatives and the Scopeblue product portfolio:
LANXESS Additin & Scopeblue

About LANXESS

LANXESS is a global specialty chemicals company focused on developing, manufacturing, and marketing chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products. Their dedication to sustainability and innovation makes them a trusted partner for sustainable industrial solutions worldwide.

This summary is based on the official LANXESS press release dated October 30, 2025.

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