Northern Technologies International Corporation NTIC

Company Overview

Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC) is a specialty chemicals company focused on corrosion prevention, lubricant additives, and bio-based materials. The company operates primarily within the industrial chemicals, materials science, and sustainability-focused packaging industries. NTIC is best known for its proprietary ZERUST® corrosion inhibiting technologies, which are used to protect metal components during manufacturing, shipping, and storage across a wide range of industrial applications.

NTIC was founded in 1970 and initially focused on corrosion control solutions for industrial customers. Over time, the company expanded its technology platform and global reach through a network of international joint ventures and subsidiaries. In the 2010s, NTIC broadened its strategic scope by investing in bio-based and compostable polymer technologies, positioning itself at the intersection of traditional industrial materials and emerging sustainable alternatives.