"EUROCOB is the European leader in the industrial processing of corn cob. A company on a human scale, based at the foot of the Pyrenees, in Maubourguet, EUROCOB ranks 3rd in the world. Founded by a visionary, it has been innovating continuously since 1987.

A true bridge between the agricultural and industrial worlds, EUROCOB is recognized as a key player in the circular economy, motivated by research and innovation. The corn cob is a source of intelligence for EUROCOB. Its mission is to create sophisticated and useful products from an agricultural co-product.

EUROCOB indirectly provides additional income to farmers by purchasing co-products linked to the cultivation of seed corn. EUROCOB thus ensures the evacuation of the stalks at the seed manufacturers to allow them to work continuously without interrupting their process. This respectful approach founded at EUROCOB a sense of collaboration and an ethic of service. Our Customers are our partners, which is why we strive to offer tailor-made solutions in response to the problems of our interlocutors."

In 1990, our founder, Dr. Bernard Gordon III, PhD, was working as a professor of polymer science at Penn State University. He saw an opportunity to capitalize on a niche market by developing a novel process of producing poly(2-ethyl-2-oxazoline), later trade named Aquazol®, while remaining cost effective for customers. This entrepreneurial ambition paved the way for the company we are today. 30 years later, PCI is still the only commercial manufacturer of Aquazol® (PEtOx) and has expanded into other specialty materials – each synthesized through innovative processes known and developed exclusively by PCI’s chemists.

WHO WE ARE

Our international team is highly motivated to bring Lanolin and its opportunities to our customers all over the world. The location of our warehouse is in Bremen, Germany – coupled with the close proximity of the major port of Hamburg, provides us with logistical advantages with respect to stock support and speedy delivery within Europe. Should you have a special Lanolin request, or simply wish to discuss the possibilities of Lanolin, please do not hesitate to contact us.

ABOUT LANOLIN

Lanolin is the name given to refined Wool grease, which is also known as Wool Wax, Wool Fat and Adeps Lanae. Wool grease is a natural wax secreted by the sebaceous glands of sheep covering the wool fibres. It naturally protects the sheep’s skin and wool from environmental conditions, waterproofing the fibres and avoiding moisture accumulation. After rigorous refining processes, lanolin is obtained: a yellow unctuous product, solid at room temperature with a faint characteristic odor. To avoid confusion, the refined, waterless substance is referred to as ‘Anhydrous Lanolin’. In the pharmaceutical industry, however, ‘Lanolin’ is traditionally describes as water-in-oil (w/o) emulsion, with a water content of approximately 30 % by weight.

APPLICATIONS

Lanolin is versatile and widely used in pharmaceutical, personal care and industrial products. Lanolin is an excellent emollient, possessing a number of important chemical and physical similarities to human Stratum Corneum Lipids. It has strong emulsifying properties, making it an important ingredient in formulations.

It is commonly used in a diversity of Creams including Breast Creams, Baby Creams, Lotions, Ointments, Plasters, Shampoos, Hair Conditioners and other cosmetic products. Industrial applications include Leather Finishing, Rust Prevention, Plasticisers, Lubricants, Adhesives and Textiles. Pharmaceutical applications include Cholesterol and Vitamin D3.