Metalworking — Process Challenge

Base Oils for Lubricant & Metalworking Fluid Formulation

Formulators need mineral, naphthenic and synthetic base oils as the carrier for metalworking and industrial lubricants
Updated Jun 2026
Solution Approach

RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.

Typical Selection Workflow
1
Process & Requirement Definition
Map the unit operation and define the functional, purity, and regulatory requirements the chemical input must meet.
2
Chemistry & Grade Selection
Match the solvent, intermediate, acid or base, catalyst, or specialty additive to the process and downstream compatibility.
3
Trial & Specification
Validate performance at bench or pilot scale, and set the grade, treat rate, and packaging to match throughput and handling.
4
Quality & Supply Assurance
Lock the spec with a CoA and secure multi-origin sourcing for supply resilience and consistent lot quality.

Need help selecting the right chemistry?

Our team can help with grade selection, dosage guidance, and multi-origin sourcing.

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