Trecora Resources
Trecora Resources specializes in specialty petrochemical products and synthetic waxes, as well as provides customer processing services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1967
- HeadquartersSugar Land, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Trecora Resources does
Trecora Resources specializes in specialty petrochemical products and synthetic waxes, as well as provides customer processing services.
Trecora Resources firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Trecora Resources
- Legal name
- Trecora Resources
- Website
- https://www.trecora.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1967
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Trecora Resources specializes in specialty petrochemical products and synthetic waxes, as well as provides customer processing services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Trecora Resources industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Specialty Petrochemicals
- NAICS
- Petrochemical Manufacturing (325110), Resin and Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing (32521), Custom Compounding of Purchased Resins (325991)
- SIC
- Industrial Organic Chemicals (2860), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Styrenics (Styrene Monomer, PS, EPS, ABS) (IMAEADAE)
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Where Trecora Resources is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Sugar Land
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices5 records
Markets served
Trecora Resources business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Specialty Chemical Product Sales: Sale of high-purity specialty hydrocarbons (TRECOR™), performance waxes (TRECWAX™), and lubricant additives (TRECAD™) to industrial customers. Revenue generated through direct product sales with pricing influenced by raw material costs and market conditions.
- Custom Processing & Toll Production: Contract manufacturing and toll production services where Trecora processes customer-owned materials using its specialized equipment and technical expertise. Customers provide feedstocks and pay for processing services.
- Specialty Monomer Sales: Sale of aromatic monomers including Vinyl Toluene, Divinylbenzene, Para-Methylstyrene, and Para-Tertiary-Butyl Styrene for polymer and chemical applications.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | TRECOR™ Product Surcharge |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Specialty Monomer Price Increase |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
Trecora Resources product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Trecora Resources manufactures and sells high-purity specialty hydrocarbons (TRECOR™ Isopentane, N-Pentane, Cyclopentane, Isohexane, N-Hexane, Petroleum Ether, Blends), high-performance polyethylene waxes (TRECWAX™ Polyethylene, Oxidized, Alpha Olefin, L-Crysta™ 100), phosphorus pentasulfide additives (TRECAD™ P2S5), and aromatic monomers (Para-Methylstyrene, Vinyltoluene, Divinylbenzene, Tertiary-Butylstyrene). In addition, Trecora provides contract custom chemical processing and toll production services covering reaction chemistry, polymerization, oxidation, propoxylation, butoxylation, hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, multiple distillation modes, wiped film evaporation, flaking, and pastillation for industrial customers.
Product overview
Trecora Resources is a specialty chemicals company offering a diversified portfolio of high-purity chemical products, performance waxes, and custom manufacturing services. The company's core offerings include the TRECOR™ brand of specialty hydrocarbons (Isopentane, N-Pentane, Cyclopentane, N-Hexane, Isohexane, Petroleum Ether, and Blends), the TRECWAX™ brand of performance waxes (Polyethylene Wax, Oxidized Wax, Alpha Olefin Wax, and L-Crysta™ 100 Wax Additive), and the TRECAD™ brand of phosphorus-based additives (Phosphorus Pentasulfide). Trecora also produces high-performance aromatic monomers including Para-Methylstyrene, Vinyltoluene, Divinylbenzene, and Tertiary-Butylstyrene. Additionally, Trecora provides comprehensive custom processing and toll production services utilizing advanced technologies including reaction chemistry, polymerization, oxidation, hydrogenation, various distillation methods, and forming services (flaking and pastillation). The company operates manufacturing facilities in The Woodlands (TX), Silsbee (TX), Pasadena (TX), Lawrence (KS), and Baton Rouge (LA), serving customers across multiple industries including petrochemicals, plastics, adhesives, coatings, lubricants, pharmaceuticals, and energy systems.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- TRECOR™: High-purity specialty hydrocarbon materials including Isopentane, N-Pentane, Cyclopentane, Isohexane, N-Hexane, and Petroleum Ether, crafted to exceed ASTM standards.
- TRECWAX™
- TRECAD™
- L-Crysta™
- TRECOR™ CP (Cyclopentane)
- TRECOR™ IH (Isohexane)
- TRECOR™ IP (Isopentane)
- Aromax®
Products and services
- TRECOR™ Isopentane High-purity isopentane crafted to exceed ASTM standards, featuring rigorous Statistical Process Control, custom loading procedures, and nitrogen purging options for consistent, reliable products used by industrial manufacturers.
- TRECOR™ N-Pentane High-purity n-pentane meeting ASTM standards with quality demonstrated through Statistical Process Control and nitrogen purging options for industrial applications.
- TRECOR™ Cyclopentane High-purity cyclopentane used as a blowing agent in foam insulation manufacturing, meeting ASTM standards with consistent quality controls.
- TRECOR™ N-Hexane High-purity n-hexane crafted to exceed ASTM standards for various industrial applications.
- TRECOR™ Isohexane High-purity isohexane for high-performance manufacturing applications, meeting rigorous ASTM standards.
- TRECOR™ Petroleum Ether High-purity petroleum ether for solvent and cleaning agent applications, exceeding ASTM standards.
- TRECOR™ Blends Custom hydrocarbon blends tailored to specific customer requirements.
- TRECOR™ Performance Materials Advanced specialty materials for polyisocyanurate foam manufacturing and other high-performance applications.
- TRECWAX™ Polyethylene Wax High-performance polyethylene waxes including hard, high melting point, and low to medium viscosity options for applications like hot melt adhesives, PVC, and rubber.
- TRECWAX™ Oxidized Wax Oxidized wax formulations serving industries such as textiles and PVC extrusion, providing tailored solutions with superior hardness, adhesion, and heat resistance.
- TRECWAX™ Alpha Olefin Wax Alpha olefin waxes serving as essential building blocks in polymer production, contributing to improved flexibility, toughness, and chemical resistance.
- L-Crysta™ 100 Wax Additive Specialized wax additive for enhanced performance in various industrial applications.
- TRECAD™ Phosphorus Pentasulfide (P2S5) High-purity phosphorus pentasulfide for use in lubricant additives, batteries, mining chemicals, and agricultural applications, serving as a key building block for anti-wear and extreme pressure agents.
- Para-Methylstyrene (PMS) High-performance aromatic monomer serving as an essential building block for chemical and polymer applications such as ion exchange, composites, and specialty coatings.
- Vinyltoluene (VT) High-performance aromatic monomer for polymer applications including ion exchange, composites, and specialty coatings.
- Divinylbenzene (DVB) High-performance aromatic monomer used in ion exchange, composites, and specialty coatings applications.
- Tertiary-Butylstyrene (TBS) High-performance aromatic monomer for specialty polymer and coating applications.
- Custom Processing and Toll Production Services Contract manufacturing and toll production services where Trecora processes customer-owned feedstocks using specialized equipment and technical expertise, including reaction chemistry, polymerization, oxidation, propoxylation, butoxylation, hydrogenation, high pressure hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, azeotropic distillation, conventional distillation, high vacuum distillation, wiped film evaporation, flaking, and pastillation.
Quantifiable outcome
- High-purity products exceeding ASTM standards
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Trecora Resources
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Trecora Resources technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Trecora Resources partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, support and strategic.
- ChemtradecoreTrecora LLC, an affiliate of Balmoral Funds, acquired Chemtrade's lubricant additives business located in Lawrence, Kansas. This acquisition expanded Trecora's P2S5 production capabilities and customer base in the lubricant additives sector.
- Odyssey Logistics & TechnologysupportTrecora entered into a multi-year managed services agreement with Odyssey Logistics & Technology for logistics and transportation services supporting product distribution.
- BASFcoreBASF sold its former sterols production plant in Pasadena, Texas to Trecora Resources. Trecora initiated production at the acquired BASF plant in June 2016, expanding its specialty chemical manufacturing capabilities.
- AnellotechstrategicAnellotech selected South Hampton Resources (a Trecora subsidiary) as operating partner for the TCat-8 fully-integrated development and testing facility. The partnership was renewed in January 2022 for the process development pilot plant, supporting Anellotech's renewable hydrocarbon technology development.
- SSI Chusei, Inc.strategicTrecora Resources agreed to acquire SSI Chusei, Inc., expanding its specialty chemical processing capabilities and product portfolio. Pro forma financial results were provided following the acquisition.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Trecora Resources competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- INEOS: Global integrated petrochemical and specialty chemicals producer. Comparable to Trecora across high-purity hydrocarbons, specialty monomers, and custom processing, though INEOS operates on a vastly larger integrated feedstock base.
- Eastman Chemical Company: Specialty chemical manufacturer serving plastics, additives, fibers, and chemical intermediates. Comparable to Trecora in custom chemical processing, specialty monomers, and high-purity intermediates across diverse end markets.
- LyondellBasell: Major petrochemical producer with significant US Gulf Coast presence producing olefins, polyolefins, and specialty intermediates. Comparable to Trecora at the petrochemical manufacturing and processing layer, though at substantially greater scale.
- Chevron Phillips Chemical: US-based petrochemical joint venture producing aromatics, olefins, and specialty intermediates including alpha olefins (a wax building block) used in polymer and lubricant markets adjacent to Trecora's TRECWAX™ and TRECAD™ lines.
- ExxonMobil Product Solutions (Chemical): Integrated major in petrochemicals producing hydrocarbons, aromatics, and high-purity intermediates at very large scale. Comparable as a competitor and potential customer/toll-partner counterparty to Trecora in specialty hydrocarbons.
Direct peers
- Sasol: Specialty hydrocarbons and high-purity solvents/waxes producer with deep application expertise in fuels and chemicals. Comparable to Trecora in pentanes, hexanes, and high-purity specialty fluids sold into foam blowing and industrial customers.
- Italmatch Chemicals: Global specialty chemicals producer focused on lubricant additives, phosphorus-based chemistries, and flame retardants. Highly comparable to Trecora's TRECAD™ phosphorus pentasulfide line sold into lubricant additive formulators.
- Pilot Chemical Company: Privately held specialty chemical manufacturer producing performance chemistries with proprietary processes. Comparable to Trecora in scale, custom processing orientation, and diversified B2B specialty chemical portfolio serving industrial customers.
- Vertellus Specialties: Specialty chemicals producer focused on intermediates, custom manufacturing, and toll processing across multiple chemistries. Closely mirrors Trecora's custom chemical processing and toll production revenue stream for industrial customers.
Others
- Lubrizol (Berkshire Hathaway): Major lubricant additives producer and a primary downstream buyer of P2S5. Comparable to Trecora's TRECAD™ business as a customer/adjacent participant in lubricant additive chemistry, though not a direct toll-manufacturing competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trecora Resources leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles11 records
Trecora Resources subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
Trecora Resources funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Trecora Resources M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Trecora Resources
What does Trecora Resources do?
Trecora Resources manufactures and sells high-purity specialty hydrocarbons (TRECOR™ Isopentane, N-Pentane, Cyclopentane, Isohexane, N-Hexane, Petroleum Ether, Blends), high-performance polyethylene waxes (TRECWAX™ Polyethylene, Oxidized, Alpha Olefin, L-Crysta™ 100), phosphorus pentasulfide additives (TRECAD™ P2S5), and aromatic monomers (Para-Methylstyrene, Vinyltoluene, Divinylbenzene, Tertiary-Butylstyrene). In addition, Trecora provides contract custom chemical processing and toll production services covering reaction chemistry, polymerization, oxidation, propoxylation, butoxylation, hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, multiple distillation modes, wiped film evaporation, flaking, and pastillation for industrial customers.
Is Trecora Resources a public or private company?
Trecora Resources is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Trecora Resources founded?
Trecora Resources was founded in 1967. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Trecora Resources based?
Trecora Resources is headquartered in Sugar Land, United States, in the North America region.
How does Trecora Resources make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Specialty Chemical Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are custom Processing & Toll Production and specialty Monomer Sales.
Who are Trecora Resources's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are INEOS, Eastman Chemical Company, LyondellBasell, Chevron Phillips Chemical and ExxonMobil Product Solutions (Chemical). Direct peers are Sasol, Italmatch Chemicals, Pilot Chemical Company and Vertellus Specialties. Lubrizol (Berkshire Hathaway) is listed as an others.
Does Trecora Resources have an API?
No public API is recorded for Trecora Resources.
What industry is Trecora Resources in?
Trecora Resources's product category is Specialty Petrochemicals. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEADAE, Styrenics (Styrene Monomer, PS, EPS, ABS). Its NAICS code is 325110 and its SIC code is 2860.