Ergon's Resinall partners with Azelis to launch R-6000, a sustainable soy-based alternative to Tall Oil Fatty Acid for metalworking fluid formulations, offering comparable performance while reducing environmental impact

May 30, 2025 (press release) –

Key Highlights:

* Resinall , an Ergon company, has partnered with Azelis to launch the R-6000, a soy-based alternative to Tall Oil Fatty Acid (TOFA) at the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) annual conference.

* The R-6000, designed for the composites industry, is a drop-in replacement for TOFA and is reportedly the first bio-based alternative to achieve similar performance and cost-effectiveness.

* The partnership aims to reduce the environmental footprint of the composites industry, as TOFA is a byproduct of the wood pulp industry and is known to have environmental drawbacks.

Original Press Release:

Flowood, Mississippi , May 15 -- Ergon, Inc. issued the following news release:

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:

* Sustainability: Derived from renewable U.S. -grown soybeans

* Supply Security: Reduces reliance on tall oil supply chains, which are subject to volatility and regional constraints

* Performance: Comparable lubricity, emulsification and corrosion resistance to TOFA in benchmark formulations

* Formulator Flexibility: Easily integrated into existing metalworking fluid systems with minimal reformulation required

* 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.

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Source: Ergon, Inc.