Welcome to Cortec® Corporation
World Class Corrosion Solutions from Cortec® Corporation
Cortec® Corporation is committed to providing world class corrosion solutions for industries across the globe. As the global leader in innovative, environmentally responsible VpCI® and MCI® corrosion control technologies, Cortec® seeks to deliver cost-effective, user-friendly integrated solutions for corrosion problems in packaging, metalworking, construction, electronics, oil and gas, and many other industries.
Customer Centric
Cortec® focuses on providing individualized solutions that meet the specific needs of the customer, paired with responsive customer service and a strong record of quick turnarounds and on-time shipments.
Insightful R&D
Through research, testing, and direct knowledge of end user needs, Cortec® R&D continues an ongoing cycle of product discovery and improvement. Cortec’s innovation is evident in the development of over 400 products and the acquisition of more than 60 patents since 1977. Supporting this successful R&D program is the only ISO/IEC -17025 accredited lab in the industry, an accreditation that also enables Cortec® to provide valuable testing services to its customers.
Vertical Integration and Quality
Cortec® is seeking to make its wide range of corrosion solutions more accessible as plants, distribution facilities, offices, and distributors increase globally. Specialized plants allow Cortec® to produce specific product categories while vertically integrating in order to deliver quality corrosion inhibiting options.
An Expanding Portfolio of Solutions
Cortec’s wide variety of corrosion inhibiting solutions include time-tested general VpCI® and MCI® Technology for use in effectively any industry that battles rust. Cortec® continues to grow as a specialty chemical company committed to finding more environmentally friendly solutions for its customers.
Cortec® began this journey by offering organic corrosion inhibiting chemistries at a time most companies still relied on inorganic chemistries. Cortec® moved on to its second technological platform with the introduction of biodegradable and biobased building blocks and now offers a growing portfolio of USDA certified biobased products.
As it continues to expand its diverse technological portfolio, Cortec® is eager to help end users find the best solution for their corrosion needs.
Cortec® World Headquarters wins State of Minnesota Governor’s Safety Award!
What's New:
Case History Spotlight #679: Seasonal Boiler Layup at Alabama Theatre
NEWS ALERT: A Renewable Corrosion Inhibitor for Renewable Crop Irrigation
FEATURED IN: Ecocortec: Innovating Sustainable Packaging Featured in Forbes Magazine
FEATURED IN: Fighting Corrosion in Concrete Potable Water Structures Using MCI’s Featured in BFT Magazine
FEATURED IN: Extend the Service Life of the Structure with New 100% Silane Penetrating Water Repellent Featured in Mid East Info
FEATURED IN: Rust-Preventive Oils Provide Bio-Based Protection Featured in Modern Machine Magazine
FEATURED IN: The Many Shapes and Sizes of CorShield® VpCI®-146 Rust Prevention Featured in SP News
FEATURED IN: Green Corrosion Protection Inhibitors for Food and Beverage Industry Featured in F&B Magazine
PRESS RELEASE: Best Practices for Successful Corrosion Protection with VpCI® Film
NEWS ALERT: Plan to Join Us in Boston for the Spring ICRI Convention!
FEATURED IN: The Many Shapes and Sizes of CorShield® VpCI®-146 Rust Prevention Featured in Packaging Magazine
Case History Spotlight #619: Clamp and Powerline Protection
PRESS RELEASE: Contractors: Make Life Easier with MCI® Construction Site Coatings!
FEATURED IN: Outsmarting Corrosion in Cooling Water Systems for Tooling Featured in W&W Magazine
FEATURED IN: Maximizing Corrosion Protection and Preservation At Grease Points Featured in EE Magazine