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Lubrizol launches ILSAC GF-7specification additive
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ubrizol has announced the launch of its new passenger car engine oil additive technology, Lubrizol® PV1710, which will enable oil marketers to meet the performance requirements of ILSAC GF-7, the new passenger car engine oil specification that will go into the market on March 31, 2025.
Lubrizol® PV1710 offers customers a solution formulated to meet ILSAC GF-7credentials and with the capability to reach dexos 1 specification. Core technology testing is complete and additional testing is underway to cover extensive industry requirements. Lubrizol® PV1710 will be available in advance of the first-license timeline, enabling oil marketers to fully prepare to go to market.
“In developing Lubrizol® PV1710, our goal was to simplify the process for our customers,” said Padu Sreenivas, Product Manager for Lubrizol. “This product is designed for coverage in a broad range of base stocks and viscosity grades, enabling customers to address GF-7market needs in a streamlined timeframe.”
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Lubrizol is an active participant in the development of GF-7, working with a broad range of industry stakeholders to develop the parameters of the category and to support the testing required for oil marketers to achieve a licensable position.
“We are well versed in the requirements of this important upgrade, and we’re applying those insights to help oil marketers upgrade the performance of their products in the easiest and most efficient way possible,” said Sarah Kipp, Director-Engine Oils for Lubrizol. “Lubrizol is dedicated to supporting the entire industry and in ensuring that category upgrades deliver true value to all stakeholders.”. .