Biodegradable Lubricants Supplier

High Quality Biodegradable Lubricants Delivered UK-Wide

We know that for environmentally sensitive sites, the importance of using a biodegradable product combined with high performance and protection is key.

Crown Oil supplies biodegradable lubricants, oils and greases nationwide to help protect the environment from accidental spills.

Whether you’re looking for a product from a globally recognised brand or a custom-made blend that has been formulated by our specialists, we have the biodegradable oils you need to meet your environmental and operational needs.

Our innovative range has been expertly developed by our in-house team to help minimise any environmental impact, particularly beneficial for equipment or machinery operating in conditions where there’s a heightened risk of pollution.

What are biodegradable lubricants?

Biodegradable lubricants work in the same way as regular lubricants by reducing the friction between moving parts with the added benefit of degrading naturally in the event of a spill to minimise any environmental damage.

This innovative range of products are non-toxic and subject to rapid decomposition by living organisms.

Industries using biodegradable lubricants

Several applications require or recommend the use of biodegradable lubricants, for example, when an application involves a specific risk of the environment being exposed to a leak, or when environmental legislation requires their use. Popular examples are listed below.

Forestry and horticulture

We understand the extremely versatile and environmentally challenging conditions that need to be adhered to in forestry and horticulture which is why we have oils suitable for every equipment, including:

• Forestry tractors
• Skidders
• Harvesters
• Loaders
• Chainsaws
• Shredders

Our biodegradable oils will help ensure that your forestry and logging operations have minimal environmental impact without compromising performance.

Marine and offshore gas and oil

Where vessels and equipment have the potential to leak oil, there is a growing global trend for biodegradable oils and greases to be used in marine and offshore gas and oil applications.

Farming and agriculture

Stationary and mobile agricultural machinery and vehicles can leak fuels while operating, risking oil leaking into the soil or entering nearby watercourses. Choosing a biodegradable lubricant can help reduce the risk of pollution and harm to wildlife.

Waterway management and maintenance

When working near watercourses, eco-friendly lubricants are integral in avoiding water contamination from any accidental spills.

Other examples include civil works in green spaces and outdoor activities.

Benefits of biodegradable lubricants

• Excellent lubricity compared to mineral oil
• Higher viscosity index than mineral and synthetic oils
• Higher flash point than mineral and synthetic oils
• Less toxic and readily biodegradable
• Metal-wetting attraction helps keep dirt and debris off metal surfaces
• Water-soluble PAGs are ideal for fire-resistant lubricants
• Ideal for industries and applications where oil comes into contact with the environment