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 #860: Bridge Rehabilitation in Macedonia (Login Required)
PRESS RELEASE: Rust Prevention in Manufacturing: Simple Tips to Protect Parts and Help Your Team Work Smarter
TECHNICAL PAPERS: Adding Migrating Corrosion Inhibitors Routine Maintenance to Slow Down Corrosion Process
TECHNICAL PAPERS: Developing Next-Generation VpCI® Sustainable Films
Case History Spotlight #637: Saudi Arabia Land Rig Preservation
NEWS ALERT: Troubleshooting Wastewater Woes: What to Do When Your Plant Isn’t Performing
PRESS RELEASE: Ensuring Power Plant Startup Readiness: Keep the Lights on with VpCI® Preservation
TECHNICAL PAPERS: Sustainable Stainless Steel Protection
CASE HISTORY #859: Restoration and Preservation of Oil and Gas Spares (Login Required)
PRESS RELEASE: Attention Formulators: Get Ready to Unleash Nature’s Microscopic Cleanup Crew!
NEWSLETTER: MCI Newsletter: August 2025
NEWS ALERT: Rusty Trailer Hitches: Make Sure They Bear the Load!
NEWS ALERT: Plan Now to Prevent Winter Grease Trap Emergencies
CASE HISTORY SPOTLIGHT: Case History #597: CorteCros® Warehouse Restoration
PRESS RELEASE: From Seals to Shields: Rubber Gaskets as Corrosion Inhibitors