Rütgers is a carbon chemicals producer specializing in the distillation of coal tar, a by-product of steel industry coke ovens, into essential raw materials for industrial applications. Now part of Rain Carbon Inc., the company operates tar distillation and downstream processing facilities serving customers across Europe and North America.
Its portfolio includes coal tar pitch for anode binders and impregnation in aluminum smelting and graphite production; naphthalene and related derivatives used in resins, plasticizers, and construction chemicals; as well as creosote oils, carbon black feedstock oils, and specialty aromatics for the steel, refractories, wood protection, and chemicals sectors. Rütgers focuses on converting by-products into value-added materials that support critical processes in metals, materials, and chemical manufacturing, with an emphasis on consistent quality and regulatory compliance.
The acquisition aims to create the largest carbon chemicals company, leveraging complementary products, global presence, and R&D to provide innovative solutions and growth opportunities.
