Food Grade Lubricants Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2022-2028)

Food Grade Lubricants is the name given to any industrial lubricant that is considered safe for incidental contact with items that may be consumed by humans or animals if it does not exceed a certain concentration. In recent years, the demand for food-grade lubricants has risen dramatically due to the growing demand in the food and beverages industry to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and to prevent contamination of food products. Furthermore, many companies in the market are expanding their business by collaborating with other players to offer better lubricants in the market. For instance, in October 2020, FUCHS Lubritech GmbH strengthened the specialty business of lubricants by signing an agreement to acquire Welponer SRL, Italy, and integrate it into its subsidiary named FUCHS Lubrificanti S.P.A.

The Food Grade Lubricants Market is expected to grow at a steady rate of around 7% owing to the increasing consumption of processed food and beverages. Many major market players are also contributing to the growth of the market by launching a new type of food-grade lubricant. For instance, In Jan 2022, Petro-Canada announced the launch of PURITY FG Synthetic Compressor Fluid, a new addition to their extensive line of food-grade lubricants, greases, and specialty fluids.

Based on type, the market is segmented into mineral oil, synthetic oil, and bio-based oil. The mineral oil category is expected to grow with a robust CAGR during the forecast period. As they are suitable for machineries such as hydraulic systems that operate at temperatures between 120°F and 150°F. Food-grade mineral oil lubricants are inexpensive and used because they are readily available and cheaper. Furthermore, food-grade mineral oil lubricants have superior performance characteristics compared to other segments which will add growth to the market.

Based on end-user, the food-grade lubricants market has been classified into food & beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and others. The food & beverages category is to witness the highest adoption of food-grade lubricants during the forecast period owing to maintain the safety and quality of food products and to protect the equipment used in the production. Also, food-grade lubricants do not pose any physiological threat or affect the odor and taste of finished products from these industry verticals. Hence, the food & beverage industry is increasing the demand for food-grade lubricants that help maintain this industrial equipment.

For a better understanding of the market adoption of the food grade lubricants industry, the market is analyzed based on its worldwide presence in the countries such as North America (U.S., Canada, Rest of North America), Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Rest of World. APAC is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. This is mainly growing due to the increasing demand for safe and high-quality food products. Additionally, the use of food grade lubricants in food processing equipment helps to confirm that there is no contamination of food products, which is crucial in maintaining their quality and safety. In addition, the rise in the number of food processing facilities and the growth of the food and beverage industry in the region is driving the demand for food grade lubricants. Furthermore, expanding the food processing industry in the APAC region to provide lucrative opportunities for involved stakeholders is driving the growth of the market in the region. For instance, in May 2021, NCH brews partnerships with breweries in the APAC region to provide the highest quality lubricants for the brewing industry.

Some of the major players operating in the market include: Shell plc, TotalEnergies SE, ExxonMobil Corporation, Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc., Chevron Corporation, BP plc., Fuchs Petrolub SE, AB SKF, Kluber Lubrication Munchen KG, and Illinois Tool Works Inc.