DMTD derivatives are added to lubricants as multifunctional additives

Specialty Chemicals Company Lanxess has commissioned a new production line at its Mannheim site for the synthesis of dimercaptothiadiazole (DMTD) derivatives. These chemicals are added to lubricants as multifunctional additives. The production line, which started in May 2018, doubles the annual production capacity of these specialty additives. The investment volume is in the single-digit-million-euro range.

"With this investment, we have responded to the increased customer demand for these specialties. The new plant will enable us to meet their requirements for high-quality lubricant additives, but also helps us acquire new customers, and further develop our own package solutions for a rapidly growing market," says Dr. Martin Säwe, Head of the Lubricant Additives business line in Lanxess's Additives (ADD) business unit.

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