Base Oil SN600

Base Oil SN600

Base Oil SN600 is categorized at the upper end of grade I base oils, being one of the heavy-grade base oils, its high viscosity enables it to withstand high loads and hot temperatures.

SN600 also has a high blending ability which makes it one of the essential raw materials used to produce robust industrial lubricants for heavy machinery that ensures its safety and performance under any circumstances with no compromises

Base oil SN600 typically doesn't require sophisticated refinement procedures while in MASAFEE, it’s manufactured by the latest technologies of re-refining and recycling waste lube oil, this boosts its versatility and provides vast opportunities for its utilization in producing a wide array of lubricating products.

Base Oil SN600 Benefits and Advantages

• Cost-Effective

Cost is the largest controlling factor in pricing a product, this makes SN600 always the ultimate choice in producing affordable and efficient lubricants

• Super Versatile

Base Oil SN600 can be utilized in a wide array of manufacturing procedures due to its high adaptability and blending ability with several additives, boosting its capabilities

• High Viscosity

The thick nature of SN600 boosts its lubricating properties, enhancing its film strength and providing more protection for equipment even under the highest loads

• Thermal Stability

The high viscosity enables the base oil to endure extreme temperatures that the equipment may reach, effectively preventing breakdowns.

SN 600 base oil uses applications

SN600 can be used in manufacturing:

• Automotive Lubricants:

This includes specific grades of engine oils, transmission, and brake fluids

• Greasing Products:

A wide array of industrial and automotive grease production relies on base oil SN 600

• Rubber and Plastics Processing:

Production of Rubber and plastics requires processing oils, SN600 can achieve this task effectively

• Metalworking fluids:

Metal cutting and shaping processes

• Industrial Hydraulic oils:

Utilized in formulating hydraulic fluids, compressor oils, and turbine lubricants.

• General Purpose Oils:

Several applications, such as machinery or equipment maintenance, require lubricants that are formulated using SN600.

Base oil SN600 HS Code:

The HS Code for Base Oil SN300 is 271019, which can be further broken down into:

• 27 – refers to Mineral Fuels, Mineral Oils, and Products of Their Distillation such as crude oil, refined petroleum products, and lubricants.
• 10 – A subcategory that is related to refined oils like base oils and lubricating oils.
• 19 is a specific code for Other Oils that are not specifically segmented elsewhere in the broader mineral oils subcategory, Base Oil SN600 and similar products used for blending lubricants are typically referred to by this number.

The Breakdown Of SN600

S Refers to “Solvent Processed”

The conventional technique of solvent refining is used to improve the stability and functionality of crude oil to eliminate contaminants like sulfur and aromatics.

N stands for neutral.

This highlights the base oil SN600’s neutral pH, which indicates it is non-corrosive and appropriate for a range of industrial and automotive uses due to its flexible and strong properties.

Viscosity Grade 600

600 is the categorization of the oil’s viscosity grade, with a typical kinematic viscosity of 95–105 centistokes (cSt) at 40°C, SN600 is a high-viscosity base oil. This makes it suitable for demanding and hot environments.

Base Oil SN 600 Price

Several factors affect Base Oil SN600’s price:

Crude Oil Prices  

Main Influence: Base oils such as SN600 originate from crude oil, making their prices closely linked to trends in the crude oil market.  

Geopolitical situations, decisions by global entities, or natural factors impacting oil production can lead to variations in prices.  

Refining and Production Costs  

Refining Process: The intricacy and expenses involved in solvent refining influence pricing. Increased energy costs or upgrades to equipment can result in higher prices.  Supply Chain Efficiency: Production costs can increase due to delays or inefficiencies in transportation and refining processes.  

Supply and Demand  

Industrial Demand: SN600 is extensively utilized in automotive lubricants, industrial oils, and greases. A surge in demand from these industries can elevate prices.   The need for lubricants often rises during specific seasons (for instance, winter for heating or summer for construction), which can indirectly influence SN600 prices.  

Base Oil SN 600 19th Century

The rise of base oils originates from the beginning of the 19th century with the emergence of automotive and machinery, the primary forms of oils equal to the current SN600 were unrefined and crude.

This type was used in basic machinery due to its high viscosity and film strength.

1920-1930: The Introduction Of Solvent Refining

The introduction of solvent refining was introduced to make a noticeable leap in the quality of lubricants through the removal of impurities such as sulfur and aromatic compounds.

1980s: Enhancing Quality

The establishment of stricter emission regulations drove the enhancement of SN600’s quality by improving the refining processes, SN600 category saw a higher demand due to its cost-effectiveness compared to more sophisticated Group II and Group III oils.

2000s: The Dawn Of A New Era

This phase was a noticeable adaptation to emerging trends such as synthetic and semi-synthetic oil, this decreased the demand for traditional Group I base oils such as SN600, which began to be utilized more for industrial and non-automotive applications.

Innovations in additive technology enabled SN600 to maintain its competitiveness by improving its performance when used in blended formulations.

The epitome of refinement

Base Oil SN600 saw a lot of improvements over the past decade, this was achieved through a major integration of advanced technologies in refining and utilizing a series of additives that enhanced the performance.

The latest trend is re-refining which reuses waste lubrication oil, providing it with a new life cycle while ensuring the highest possible characteristics that meet all the industrial machinery demands.

MASAFEE: The Main Guard Of Sustainability

MASAFEE prides itself on being an ambassador of sustainability by specializing in recycling waste oils to produce sustainable base oils, contributing to the evolution of base oils in a greener, more eco-friendly direction.