Company Profile
Since1873Who We Are
Since 1873, Neatsfoot Oil Refineries Corporation has built its reputation on quality, consistency and generations of experience in refining specialty oils. The company began in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond as the Berg Company, founded by Abram Sulzberger Berg as an animal-rendering operation. Over time, the business evolved from rendering animal by-products into the production and refining of high-quality animal oils and specialty chemical products.
In 1930, the company adopted the name Neatsfoot Oil Refineries Corporation, reflecting its growing focus on refined oils used for leather care and other applications. For generations, Neatsfoot oil has been recognized for its ability to condition and preserve leather, becoming closely associated with products such as footwear, saddles, baseball gloves and other leather goods. In the 1980s, the business became Nupro Industries Corporation as it broadened its operations and entered additional areas of specialty oils and lubricants. In 1987, Neatsfoot Oil Refineries Corporation adopted Statistical Process Control (SPC) as a comprehensive quality-control system, reinforcing its commitment to predictable, consistent and uniform product quality.
Building on more than a century of experience with naturally derived oils, the company further expanded its capabilities with the addition of ester manufacturing operations in 2003. Today, Neatsfoot Oil Refineries Corporation produces refined animal oils and specialty esters for a wide range of industries, including leather, metalworking, textiles, steel, pharmaceuticals, personal care, paints and coatings, oilfield, mining and lubrication.
More than 150 years after its founding, Neatsfoot continues to combine traditional expertise with modern processing and quality-control practices to deliver dependable, high-quality products to customers throughout the United States and around the world. We remain committed to the principles that have sustained our company for more than a century and a half: quality, consistency, dependable service and long-term customer relationships.
Our Mission
We manufacture and supply consistent, high-quality oils and specialty ester solutions backed by practical technical expertise and dependable service. We are committed to helping our customers achieve reliable performance and lasting value.
Our Vision
To be a trusted global partner in bio-based and synthetic specialty solutions, recognized for manufacturing expertise, continuous innovation and strong customer-focused partnerships.
LeadershipWhat We Bring
Manufacturing capabilities, rigorous quality control, technical support and custom solutions combine the expertise and flexibility needed to meet evolving industry requirements.
More than 150 years of experience in refining natural oils and producing bio-based and synthetic esters for a wide range of industrial applications.
Rigorous process control, careful raw material selection and precise attention to specifications ensure consistent quality from production through final delivery.
Practical, application-focused guidance to help customers select the right products and achieve reliable performance across a wide range of applications.
Dependable support from initial inquiry through delivery, serving domestic, wholesale, international and custom requirements with speed and attention to detail.
Our Values