Synthetic Base Oils
Synthetic base oils are chemically synthesised lubricant base stocks classified by the American Petroleum Institute as Group IV (polyalphaolefins) and Group V (all other synthetics, including esters, polyalkylene glycols and alkylated naphthalenes). They are used to blend high-performance engine oils, aviation and industrial lubricants, compressor and gear oils, and greases where wide temperature range, oxidation stability or specific solvency is required.
Grades are defined by chemistry and viscosity. Group IV polyalphaolefins (PAO) are fully synthesised hydrocarbons specified by viscosity grade (for example PAO 4, PAO 6, PAO 40 cSt at 100 C) with high viscosity index and very low pour point. Group V esters (diesters, polyol esters) and polyalkylene glycols are specified by viscosity, ester or glycol type, additive solvency and seal compatibility. Key parameters include kinematic viscosity, viscosity index, pour point, flash point and Noack volatility. HS codes are provided on documentation; precise CAS framing is given per product on the SDS.
Synthetic base oils ship in ISO tanks, flexitanks, drums (200-210 L) and IBCs. They are generally not classed as dangerous goods.
Compliance typically includes SDS provision, CLP/GHS labelling, REACH registration or Only Representative routing for EU entry, and SABER/SASO registration for Saudi Arabia, coordinated where required.
Himalay's verified manufacturer and exporter partners supply synthetic base oils with CoA per batch, SDS, REACH/CLP compliance coordinated for EU, GHS labelling, and SABER for Saudi Arabia handled as part of the standard order flow.
