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TRECOR™ Phosphorus Pentasulfide (P2S5)

TRECOR™ is a unified Trecora brand which includes a portfolio of high-performance phosphorus pentasulfide (P2S5) solutions. Trusted worldwide, TRECOR™ products are engineered for quality, consistency, and reliability across diverse applications, including lubricant additives, solid-state batteries, mining flotation chemicals, organophosphate insecticides, and pharmaceutical cleaning. TRECOR™ reflects Trecora’s unwavering commitment to excellence in the development and global supply of high-performance materials.

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Why Choose Trecora for TRECOR™ P2S5?

With over 50 years of experience, Trecora stands as a trusted leader in the high-purity chemical manufacturing industry.  Our TRECOR™ phosphorus pentasulfide (P2S5) is produced in Lawrence, KS, ensuring fast and reliable shipping across the U.S. and beyond.

Trecora’s high-quality phosphorus pentasulfide (P2S5) plays a critical role in lubricant additives, solid-state batteries, organophosphate insecticides, flotation chemicals, and pharmaceutical cleaning.  Our expertise ensures consistent performance across these essential industries.

Unmatched Purity & Quality

We prioritize high-purity manufacturing to deliver the most consistent P2S5 on the market.


Strategic Location for Fast Shipping

Centrally located in Kansas for rapid distribution.

Reliable Supply Chain

Consistent availability to meet your production needs.


Industry Experts & Customer Focus

Our experienced team provides dedicated support tailored to your applications.

Applications of TRECOR™ P2S5

Lubricant Additives

Lubricant Additives

Enhancing performance and longevity in industrial and automotive lubricants.

Solid-State Batteries

Solid-State Batteries

Playing a key role in next-generation battery technology for elect energy storage solutions.

Organophosphate Insecticides

Organophosphate Insecticides

Essential for agricultural and pest control applications.

Flotation Chemicals

Flotation Chemicals

Used in mineral processing to improve metal recovery.

Pharmaceutical Cleaning

Pharmaceutical Cleaning

A key ingredient in specialty cleaning agents.

Contact us today to discuss your P₂S₅ needs and request a quote!

Trecora is committed to delivering high-quality, high-purity phosphorus pentasulfide backed
by decades of expertise and reliable supply.

What is TRECOR™ P2S5?

Phosphorus pentasulfide (P2S5) is a unique and highly versatile chemical that plays a critical role in multiple industries, thanks to its distinct chemical properties.  Here’s what makes it special:

Key Properties & Why They Matter

Highly Reactive

P2S5 readily reacts with alcohols and amines to form phosphorus-based compounds, making it essential for producing lubricants, batteries, and pesticides.

Sulfur-Rich Chemistry

Its ability to introduce sulfur into chemical structures enables high-performance lubricants and advanced battery electrolytes.

Thermal Stability

In some applications, P2S5 helps improve heat resistance, making it useful in high-temperature environments like engine oils and solid-state batteries.

Efficient Sulfur Source

P2S5 delivers a reliable and efficient sulfur source for a range of industrial applications. Trecora’s P2S5 supports critical processes in lubricant additives, mining, and chemical synthesis. This ensures optimal sulfur integration with minimal impurities.

Corrosion Inhibitor

P2S5 helps extend equipment life and protect critical assets by forming protective films that reduce wear and shield against oxidation and corrosion – even under extreme conditions.

Industrial Versatility

P2S5 is also critical for:

  • Zinc dialkyldithiophosphate (ZDDP) in engine oils (anti-wear protection)
  • Pesticides and agrochemicals
  • Matches and pyrotechnics

Better Batteries Start with Better Chemistry

Powering the Future: How Trecora’s TRECOR™ P2S5 Fuels Next-Generation Lithium Batteries

The world is shifting to electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and portable electronics that demand higher-performance batteries.  Phosphorus pentasulfide (P2S5) is a critical ingredient for the development and implementation of high performance solid state batteries.

Why TRECOR™ P2S5 Matters

Key to Solid-State Batteries

P2S5 readily reacts with alcohols and amines to form phosphorus-based compounds, making it essential for producing lubricants, batteries, and pesticides.

Improved Energy Storage Capacity

Phosphorus-based compounds like P2S5 enhance and improve energy storage capacity of sulfide batteries.

Supporting Sustainability

More durable, high-capacity batteries mean fewer replacements, less waste, and a greener future.

Trecora’s TRECOR™ P2S5: The Foundation of Innovation

At Trecora, we supply high-purity phosphorus pentasulfide to the world’s leading battery innovators, ensuring they have the materials needed to develop the next generation of battery technology.

Let’s power the future – together.

Want to learn more about our TRECOR™ P2S5 solutions? Contact us today!

TRECOR™ P2S5 isn’t just another chemical—it’s a building block for innovation in energy, automotive, and industrial applications.

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Wood & Composite Board Treatments

Our specialty waxes enhance water resistance in particleboard and fiberboard, improving durability and structural integrity.  This makes them ideal for furniture, construction materials, and engineered wood products.  The use of wax formulations ensures added resistance to swelling and moisture damage.

Food-Grade Applications

Trecora’s food-grade waxes help preserve cheese freshness, extend fruit shelf life, and improve the texture of chocolate coatings.  These applications contribute to food safety and product appeal.  Our paraffin wax-based solutions enhance gloss and provide protective coatings for food preservation.

Cosmetics & Skincare

Our waxes are widely used in lip balms, lotions, and creams for their moisture retention and protective qualities.  They create smooth, non-greasy textures while enhancing product stability and performance.  The addition of paraffin wax can further improve emollient properties and provide a natural barrier against environmental stressors.

Lubricants & Polishes

Trecora’s specialty waxes serve as key ingredients in car waxes, furniture polishes, and floor finishes.  They enhance shine, durability, and resistance to wear, providing long-lasting surface protection.  Our paraffin wax formulations contribute to smoother application and enhanced water repellency in these products.

Rubber & Tire Industry

Our waxes prevent oxidation and cracking in rubber products, extending the lifespan of tires and other rubber-based materials.  This results in improved performance and sustainability for automotive and industrial applications.  The incorporation of paraffin wax blends enhances ozone resistance, further protecting rubber compounds from degradation.

Paper & Packaging Coatings

Trecora’s wax solutions enhance moisture resistance in food packaging, paper cups, and cartons.  They improve the durability and protective barrier properties of paper-based materials, ensuring product integrity and longevity.  Our paraffin wax-compatible formulations contribute to superior flexibility and sealing performance in these applications.

Lubricant Additives

Trecora supplies high-purity phosphorus pentasulfide (P2S5), a critical component in the production of lubricant additives used across the automotive, industrial, marine, and heavy-duty equipment sectors.  As a key building block for anti-wear and extreme pressure agents, P2S5 enhances performance and extends the life of engines and machinery operating under demanding conditions.  Our reliable sourcing, consistent product quality, and strong industry expertise make Trecora a trusted partner to additive formulators seeking dependable solutions for high-performance lubrication systems.

Polymers

Our alpha olefins serve as essential building blocks in polymer production, contributing to improved flexibility, toughness, and chemical resistance.  These properties support the development of high-performance plastics used in packaging, automotive, and industrial applications.

Ink & Coatings

Our specialty waxes enhance the performance of inks and coatings by improving scratch resistance, gloss control, and anti-blocking properties.  These benefits result in better print quality, longer-lasting finishes, and improved application consistency across a variety of surfaces.

Textile Emulsions

Trecora’s oxidized waxes play a crucial role in textile emulsions, providing superior softening, water repellency, and improved fiber lubrication.  These properties enhance fabric processing, dye uptake, and durability, ensuring textiles maintain their quality and performance over time.

Candles

Synthetic waxes from Trecora provide superior stability, cleaner burning, and enhanced fragrance retention in candle production.  By optimizing melt points and viscosity, our waxes help create high-quality candles with consistent performance and longer burn times.

PVC Lubricants

Trecora’s specialty waxes serve as effective lubricants in PVC manufacturing, improving processing efficiency and enhancing the mechanical properties of the final product.  Our waxes help reduce friction during extrusion and molding, preventing defects and ensuring a smoother, more uniform finish.  This leads to increased production speeds, reduced energy consumption, and improved durability in PVC-based applications.

Coatings & Lubricants

Our phosphorus-based additives significantly enhance anti-wear properties and oxidation resistance in high-performance coatings and lubricants.  This leads to improved equipment longevity, reduced friction, and increased operational efficiency.  The result is lower maintenance costs, extended machinery life, and higher performance in industries such as automotive, industrial machinery, and aerospace.

Pharmaceutical Cleaning

Trecora’s P2S5 plays an integral role in specialized cleaning formulations used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, where it helps ensure compliance with stringent cleanliness and purity standards.  By contributing to the formulation of efficient cleaning agents, P2S5 supports the pharmaceutical industry in maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety in drug production, preventing contamination and enhancing product quality.

Flotation Chemicals

Used in mining applications, our phosphorus-based additives optimize the efficiency of mineral separation processes in flotation cells.  By improving surface interaction between minerals and flotation agents, our additives increase yield and reduce waste, supporting more sustainable and cost-effective mining operations.

Custom Chemical Manufacturing

Trecora specializes in custom chemical manufacturing, offering tailored solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients.  We utilize advanced technologies and expertise to produce high-quality, precision-engineered chemicals for a wide range of industries, ensuring safe, optimal performance and compliance with industry standards.

Specialty Packaging Solutions

Trecora provides innovative specialty packaging solutions designed to meet the unique needs of diverse industries.  Our packaging options ensure product integrity, enhance shelf life, and improve customer experience, with a focus on sustainability and efficiency in every design.

Private Label Products

Trecora offers private label products, providing businesses with high-quality materials that can be branded as their own.  Our expertise in production and formulation allows us to deliver customized solutions across various industries, from personal care to industrial applications, with consistent quality and reliable performance.

Custom Blends and Formulations

Trecora offers tailored solutions through custom processing, blends, and formulations to meet specific customer needs.  We work closely with clients to develop products with the ideal properties, whether it’s for unique applications in coatings, lubricants, or specialty chemicals.  Our expertise in formulation science and high-quality raw materials ensure safety, exceptional performance, consistency, and innovation in every custom solution we provide.

Expandable Polystyrene

Trecora supplies high-purity pentane, a critical blowing agent for the production of expandable polystyrene (EPS).  Our pentane supports the creation of lightweight, thermally efficient materials used in packaging, insulation, and construction.

Polyethylene Wax

Our polyethylene waxes are engineered for enhanced slip, gloss, and abrasion resistance, making them essential in coatings, plastics, and printing inks.  Trecora’s products improve durability and visual appeal in industrial and consumer applications.  Trecora’s low-carbon footprint waxes also provide excellent rheological modification with excellent heat stability for the most demanding applications.

Alpha Olefins

Trecora’s high-purity alpha olefins are versatile chemical building blocks used in lubricants, surfactants, and plasticizers.  Known for their consistency and quality, they drive innovation in diverse manufacturing processes.

Microcrystalline Wax

Designed for applications requiring flexibility and moisture retention, Trecora’s microcrystalline waxes excel in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial products.  Their elasticity, adhesion, and barrier properties make them ideal for high-performance formulations.

Paraffin Wax

Trecora’s paraffin waxes are renowned for their exceptional purity and consistency, serving key roles in candles, coatings, and cosmetics.  They offer outstanding smoothness, moisture resistance, and pliability, ensuring optimal performance across various uses.

Oxidized Wax

Our oxidized waxes deliver reliable performance in coatings, adhesives, and inks.  Trecora’s high-quality formulations provide superior hardness, adhesion, and heat resistance, making them indispensable for demanding industrial and consumer products.  Trecora oxidized waxes also provide unmatched lubrication for polar polymers at high temperatures.

Polyisocyanurate

Trecora supplies specialty hydrocarbons and advanced materials tailored for polyisocyanurate (PIR) foam manufacturing.  Our solutions enhance PIR’s insulating properties and structural durability, supporting energy-efficient applications across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Polyethylene

Trecora’s high-purity hydrocarbons are vital feedstocks for polyethylene production, enabling the creation of durable, lightweight, and versatile materials used in packaging, construction, and everyday consumer products.

Solid State Batteries

Trecora’s P2S5 plays a crucial role in the development of advanced solid-state battery electrolytes, enabling higher energy densities, faster charging times, and improved safety in next-generation energy storage systems.  This provides significant benefits for applications in electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and portable electronics, helping to meet the growing demand for more efficient and sustainable energy solutions.

Fuels

Our specialty chemicals are used in diverse fuel formulations, enhancing combustion efficiency and reducing emissions.  Trecora’s products are designed to improve fuel performance in a wide range of applications, from gasoline and diesel fuels to biofuels and alternative energy sources.  By improving fuel efficiency and reducing harmful emissions, our solutions help meet environmental standards while supporting the continued development of clean energy technologies.

Geothermal

Trecora’s products are integral to geothermal energy applications, supporting the stability and efficiency of heat transfer fluids used in power generation.  Our products help maintain fluid stability at high temperatures and pressures, ensuring efficient energy extraction while minimizing corrosion in geothermal systems.  By enabling more effective geothermal energy production, we contribute to sustainable and renewable energy solutions.

Propellants

Our high-quality hydrocarbons are used in the formulation of aerosol propellants, ensuring consistent performance in both consumer and industrial applications.  Propellants offer rapid and reliable discharge, making them ideal for use in products such as spray paints, cleaning agents and personal care products.

Insulation and Durables

Trecora’s chemical solutions are used to develop high-performance insulation materials and durable goods that offer superior thermal resistance and longevity.  Our products are key in the creation of insulating foams, packaging and construction products that maintain their performance over time and contribute to the energy efficiency of buildings by reducingheating and cooling costs, and improving the lifespan of structural materials.  Trecora’s hydrocarbons are optimized for compliance with environmental regulations, including low Global Warming Potential (GWP) standards.

Road Markings

Trecora’s high-purity hydrocarbons and specialty waxes contribute to durable and weather-resistant road marking formulations, improving adhesion, visibility, and longevity.  These characteristics help maintain clear and lasting road markings in varying environmental conditions.  Trecora waxes provide excellent processability in a wide range of temperatures. 

Coatings

Trecora’s hydrocarbons and synthetic waxes contribute to the durability, gloss, and protective performance of automotive, industrial, and architectural coatings.

Extraction

Trecora’s specialty chemicals enhance the efficiency of impurity removal within various processes including seed oil, food spices and heavy refining by improving yields and reducing environmental impacts.  Our chemical solutions increase processing effectiveness by reducing harsh chemical usage, resulting in more sustainable products and operations.

Mining

Trecora supplies hydrocarbons and specialty materials that improve the efficiency and sustainability of mining processes, such as flotation agents and dust control solutions.

Organophosphate Insecticides

Trecora’s P2S5 is an essential precursor in the synthesis of organophosphate insecticides, providing powerful and targeted pest control solutions for agricultural and commercial applications.  Our P2S5 contributes to the effectiveness of insecticides by enhancing their ability to disrupt insect nervous systems, leading to better pest management and higher crop yields.

Pharmaceuticals

Trecora’s specialty chemicals are critical in the manufacturing of specific pharmaceutical products, where they meet rigorous purity standards for active ingredients and formulation stability.  Our chemicals help ensure the safety, efficacy, and longevity of medications, from active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to excipients.  By providing high-quality intermediate solutions, we support the development of life-saving drugs while adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Refrigerants

Our high-purity chemicals are central for modern refrigeration systems, offering optimal thermal stability and energy efficiency for cooling processes.  Trecora’s hydrocarbons ensure that refrigerants maintain performance over a wide temperature range while meeting environmental regulations.  This makes them ideal for use in LNG systems as well as wide ranging appliance units, while contributing to reduced energy consumption and lower carbon footprints.

Lubricants

Trecora’s high-purity hydrocarbons and synthetic waxes deliver exceptional viscosity control and thermal stability, optimizing the performance of lubricants in industrial and automotive applications even under challenging thermal conditions.

Hydrocarbons

Trecora produces high-purity hydrocarbons that serve as critical components for various applications, including plastics, adhesives, and coatings.  Our precise manufacturing processes ensure superior quality and performance to meet the demands of diverse industries.

Polymers & Catalysts

Trecora supplies key chemical components that are integral to various polyolefin, catalyst and polymer formulations utilized globally including polyethylene, synthetic rubber and elastomers.  By enhancing reaction efficiency and selectivity, our solutions help optimize the conversion of raw materials into valuable products, improving process yields while reducing energy consumption.  Our products are essential in the production of everyday use resin products and contribute to more sustainable and cost-effective industrial operations.