LANXESS Launches Sustainable Lubricant Additive for Extreme Pressure Applications

Overview

Specialty chemicals leader LANXESS has introduced an enhanced sustainable version of its well-known lubricant additive, Additin RC 2515. The new formulation is manufactured at LANXESS’s Mannheim site, which recently earned ISCC PLUS certification, underscoring the company’s commitment to sustainability and climate-friendly product solutions.

Sustainability Credentials

• Over 80% renewable raw materials: The new Additin RC 2515 utilizes more than 80% sustainable inputs verified under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS standard.
• Carbon footprint reduction: This upgrade achieves a 34% reduction in product carbon footprint (PCF) relative to the previous version.
• Scopeblue label: The product meets the criteria of LANXESS’s Scopeblue label, which identifies products containing at least 50% recycled or bio-based materials and having a significantly lower carbon footprint than conventional alternatives.
• Mass balance approach: Production follows a sustainable mass balance methodology, further supporting traceability and environmental responsibility.

Product Performance

• Extreme pressure capability: Designed for severe operating conditions, Additin RC 2515 offers excellent lubricity and moderate sulfur activity.
• Compatibility: Its low sulfur reactivity makes it ideal for lubricating components made of non-ferrous alloys such as brass and bronze.
• Versatility: Suitable for a variety of applications including metalworking fluids, heavy metal-free extreme pressure greases, slideway lubricants, and industrial gear oils.
• Sensory profile: The additive is light-colored and low-odor, enhancing usability across lubricant formulations.

Strategic Importance

• The Mannheim facility’s ISCC PLUS certification enhances LANXESS’s ability to meet rising market demands for transparent and climate-conscious products.
• Neelanjan Banerjee, head of LANXESS’s Lubricant Additives business unit, emphasized that this innovation exemplifies how "high-performance lubricant additives and sustainability go hand in hand," offering customers a pathway to reduce their CO₂ footprints significantly.

About LANXESS

• A global specialty chemicals company with 2024 sales reaching EUR 6.4 billion.
• Employs roughly 11,900 professionals across 32 countries.
• Known for leadership in chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products.
• Recognized for strong ESG performance, including standings in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and ratings by MSCI ESG and ISS ESG.

Additional Resources

• Explore the sustainable Additin RC 2515 and other climate-friendly products under the Scopeblue portfolio:
  LANXESS Additin Scopeblue

For media inquiries, contact Michael Fahrig, Spokesperson Trade & Technical Media, LANXESS: +49 221 8885 5041, michael.fahrig@lanxess.com

This innovation marks a significant step in sustainable lubricant development, aligning premium performance with environmental stewardship to serve evolving industry needs responsibly.

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