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In recent years, with growing interest in environmental conservation, there has been a growing demand for "eco-friendly" lubricants used in machinery and equipment.
Among these, biodegradable grease is attracting attention.

■ What is biodegradable grease?
Biodegradable grease is a lubricating grease that is decomposed by microorganisms in nature after use.
Its main ingredients are renewable resources such as vegetable oil and synthetic esters, and it is characterized by its low susceptibility to soil and water pollution.
Regular mineral oil-based greases take a long time to break down if spilled into the environment.
Biodegradable grease, on the other hand, decomposes naturally over a period of time, significantly reducing its impact on the environment.

■ Wide range of uses
Biodegradable greases are used in particular in the following environments:

• Equipment used outdoors, such as construction and agricultural machinery
• Port facilities, dams, power plants, and other sites near water or natural environments
• Facilities that require hygiene management, such as food factories and paper factories

In these situations, it is necessary to select lubricants that have a low environmental impact in case of a leak.

■ Performance improvements
Until recently, biodegradable grease was said to be "good for the environment but inferior in performance."
However, in recent years, thanks to improvements in additive technology and base oils, there has been an increase in high-performance products that offer a good balance of wear resistance, rust prevention, and oxidation resistance.
Products with lubricating properties equivalent to those of regular mineral oil-based greases have also appeared, making it easier to adopt them.

■ For environmentally friendly and sustainable society
Biodegradable grease is no longer just an "alternative" but is quickly becoming the standard choice for the future.
We are also promoting biodegradable products as part of our efforts to reduce environmental impact and create a sustainable society.

A lubricant that is environmentally friendly and gentle on machinery.
This is "biodegradable grease."


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