As Europe phases out creosote, Tanasote® – an advanced oil-based wood preservative developed by Arxada – is rapidly gaining traction across agriculture, rail, and utility sectors. With the UK’s 2026 creosote ban looming, farmers and contractors are turning to Tanasote® for its durability, installer friendly attributes, and aesthetic appeal. Its popularity is especially strong in contract fencing & equestrian settings, where it deters cribbing and mimics the traditional creosote finish.
Ireland has already banned creosote in fencing, leading to widespread adoption of Tanasote®, now stocked by over 200 suppliers and supported under the TAMS scheme. This success sets a precedent for broader EU uptake.
In rail, Tanasote® is poised to replace creosote-treated sleepers across major European networks by 2025–2026, following successful live-track trials. Its resilience under heavy loads and harsh conditions has earned trust from infrastructure managers.
The utility sector is also embracing Tanasote® for its 50-year service life and environmental credentials. A UK trial since 2018 has shown strong performance, and Arxada forecasts 2028 as a tipping point for widespread adoption.
Backed by EU Biocidal Products Regulation approval and a life cycle assessment showing the lowest environmental impact among alternatives, Tanasote® is positioned as the future of wood protection. Arxada’s upcoming whitepaper launch in August 2025 will further showcase the science, performance, and regulatory strength behind this sustainable solution.
