Northern Technologies International Corporation

Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC) is a global developer and marketer of proprietary, environmentally beneficial products and services for industrial and consumer applications. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Circle Pines, Minnesota, the company focuses on converting advanced materials science into value-added solutions, emphasizing clean and green technologies.

NTIC operates primarily through two segments: ZERUST®/EXCOR® and Natur-Tec®. The ZERUST®/EXCOR® brand offers a comprehensive range of corrosion inhibiting products and services, including packaging, liquids, coatings, and engineered solutions for various industries such as automotive, electronics, military, and oil and gas. Its ZERUST® Integrity Solutions division specifically provides corrosion mitigation for the oil and gas and process chemical sectors. The Natur-Tec® segment specializes in bio-based and compostable polymer resin compounds and finished products, such as trash bags and agricultural films, designed to replace conventional petroleum-based plastics. NTIC distributes its products and services in over 50 to 70 countries through a network of direct sales, independent distributors, agents, and joint ventures.

G. Patrick Lynch serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of NTIC. The company recently reported strong financial performance, with consolidated net sales increasing by 12.6% year-over-year to a record $24.2 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2026. Notably, ZERUST® oil and gas sales surged by 72.3%, and Natur-Tec® sales grew by 5.0% during the same period. Recent developments include Natur-Tec India's collaboration with Bayer to develop compostable seedling cups and Natur-Tec's selection for the 2026 International Fresh Produce Association's Packaging Innovation Program, underscoring the company's commitment to sustainable innovation and market expansion.