APAR’s Next-Generation Lubricants: Pioneering Green Innovation

As one of the top 10 lubricants companies in India, APAR Lubricants is relentlessly pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability. At the
heart of this effort is APAR’s commitment to pioneering green innovation through Bio-based and Environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs), aligned with the global urgency to reduce environmental impact while maintaining unmatched product performance.

Embracing Sustainability with Bio-Based Lubricants

The lubricants industry is undergoing a vital transformation where environmental responsibility is becoming as crucial as product efficiency. APAR’s oils business is leading this shift by focusing on eco-friendly EALs designed to offer outstanding lubrication while being biodegradable and less toxic. This balance between superior performance and ecological care marks a strategic move towards greener industrial practices.

Expanding a Versatile EAL Portfolio

APAR has developed an extensive and diverse portfolio of EALs covering a wide range of industrial needs:

• Transformer oils
• Metalworking fluids
• High-temperature chain oils
• Engine oils

These formulations are engineered to reliably protect machinery while minimising environmental footprint. Their ready biodegradability ensures safer operation both for equipment and the ecosystems where these products are used, making APAR a true partner in sustainable industrial progress.

Scientific Validation with Advanced Testing

Science backs APAR’s green claims. The company’s state-of-the-art R&D Centre at Rabale plant in Navi Mumbai boasts a cutting-edge Microbiology Laboratory dedicated to biodegradability testing in alignment with global standards such as OECD 301 B and ASTM D 5988. This means every formulation undergoes rigorous assessment for how it breaks down naturally in environmental conditions.

Research at the Rabale lab demonstrated that APAR’s oils show high biodegradability in both aqueous and soil environments, facilitated by indigenous microorganisms. This ensures that even if accidental spillage happens, the oil rapidly degrades through microbial action, significantly reducing environmental persistence. This unique capability strongly supports circular economy principles by minimising waste and pollution.

  

Alignment with ESG Goals and Global Sustainability Standards

APAR’s environmentally sound approach directly supports Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives and contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12—Responsible Consumption and Production. By offering lubricants that are efficient, safe, and sustainable, APAR empowers customers to meet stringent sustainability metrics without sacrificing operational excellence.

Looking Ahead: Innovating for a Sustainable Future

‘Tomorrow’s solutions today’ is more than a tagline, it reflects APAR’s forward-looking philosophy. The company continues to invest heavily in research and technology, setting new benchmarks for sustainable industrial lubricants.

Why APAR Stands Out in India’s Lubricants Market

• Comprehensive EAL portfolio tailored for multiple industrial sectors
• Advanced biodegradability testing aligned with international standards
• Proven environmental safety with rapid microbial degradation of products
• Strong commitment to ESG and UN sustainability goals
• Collaborative approach with customers to drive sustainable industrial practices