FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 15, 2025
Resinall Partners With Azelis to Launch Soy-Based Alternative to Tall Oil Fatty Acid
Flowood, Miss. — Resinall, an Ergon company, is partnering with Azelis to launch the R-6000 product line, a high-performance, soy-based alternative to Tall Oil Fatty Acid (TOFA), designed specifically for use in metalworking fluid formulations, including soluble oils and semi-synthetics.
The bio-based solution offers formulators a sustainable, domestically sourced and performance-driven alternative to traditional TOFA without compromising on lubrication, corrosion protection or fluid stability.
Azelis, a leading global innovation service provider in the metalworking fluid industry, will provide specialized knowledge, ensuring the products are handled, applied and supported with precision — helping end users achieve peak operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and superior performance.
“We are excited about this strategic partnership with Azelis, which allows us to offer our customers a sustainable alternative to Tall Oil Fatty Acids. Not only does this product perform as a TOFA replacement, but it can also be tailored for rosin content, offering our customers additional versatility,” said Stephan Romanchak, Director of Sales – Resinall.
With 50 years’ experience, Resinall delivers innovative solutions to support ever-changing needs within the specialty chemicals industry. As global demand grows for renewable and environmentally responsible materials, the R-6000 soy-derived solution addresses both performance and sustainability needs.
Key Benefits of the Soy-Based TOFA Alternative Include:
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Sustainability: Derived from renewable U.S.-grown soybeans
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Supply Security: Reduces reliance on tall oil supply chains, which are subject to volatility and regional constraints
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Performance: Comparable lubricity, emulsification and corrosion resistance to TOFA in benchmark formulations
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Formulator Flexibility: Easily integrated into existing metalworking fluid systems with minimal reformulation required
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Purposeful Formulation: Rosin content can be tailored to specific applications and needs
About Azelis
Azelis is a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industry, operating in over 65 countries with a team of more than 4,300 employees. Their purpose, innovation through formulation, drives their commitment to delivering sustainable and innovative solutions across various industries.
About Resinall Corp
Resinall Corp is a manufacturer of thermoplastic resins and polymers used as binders and elastomer modifiers in a wide range of industrial applications, including adhesives, tires, inks and specialty markets. With manufacturing facilities in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Severn, North Carolina, Resinall is dedicated to delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions to customers.
About Ergon
Ergon is a group of privately held companies that operate under three primary business segments: Pavement & Coating Resources, Integrated Services & Logistics, and Energy & Specialty Solutions, of which Resinall is a part.
Contact Information
Kathy Potts
Vice President – Marketing & Communications
601-933-3000
Kathy.Potts@ergon.com
ergon.com
