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For nearly a century, Lubrizol has created extraordinary value at the intersection of life and science. Explore our history.
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History

A Journey Through Our First Century

For nearly 100 years, Lubrizol has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering breakthrough solutions that enhance everyday life and make the modern world work better.
1920s
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1920s

Launched as Graphite Oil Products, Lubrizol's first product was a graphited lubricant for car suspension springs

1960s
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1960s

Lubrizol goes public on the New York Stock Exchange
Lubrizol introduces first multifunctional dispersant gasoline additive
Global expansion into new regions

2000s
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2000s

Acquisition of Noveon (legacy BF Goodrich, founded 1870)
Expands portfolio in personal care, performance coatings and engineered polymers

2010s
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2010s

Berkshire Hathaway acquires Lubrizol
Position of Chief Sustainability Officer established
Acquisition of high-value Lipotec™ skin care actives & Vesta medical devices

2021-2025
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2021-2025

Lubrizol accelerates delivery of sustainable innovations
Innovative health and beauty solutions recognized with numerous industry awards

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2025+

Deep chemicals and industrial expertise propelled by relentless innovation
Refreshed strategy with differentiated resource allocation to deliver growth and enhance customer value
Evolved brand expression that represents the best of who we are today and our optimism for our next 100 years

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