Synthetic base stocks
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Supply reliability
Through a global footprint that includes four manufacturing centers, we provide supply capability as well as technical and customer support in all regions.
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Market overview
Learn how the use of synthetic lubricants in light- and heavy-duty vehicles and in industrial applications is increasing.
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Formulating electric vehicle fluids and lubricants
Tests show that synthetic base oils can boost performance in electric vehicle fluid formulations.
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Synthetic lubricant base stocks formulation guide
Formulators are asked for more sophisticated advanced lubricants every day. This guide can provide you with a head start.
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ExxonMobil Synthetic base stocks Brochure - Innovative lubricants start here
Advanced technology synthetic base stocks that deliver the blending flexibility you need to formulate innovative lubricants for today's demanding marketplace. Updated to include the SpectraSyn MaX PAO
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Synthetics technical video series
Learn about the technical properties of synthetic base stocks with our informative video series.
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Synovation video series
Learn more about lubrication to better protect your equipment and boost productivity by watching our short, lively Synovation videos.
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Make the Grade video series
Discover how synthetic base stocks can help your lubricant formulations meet the changing demands of today's marketplace.
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The People Behind You video series
Meet the people who support your efforts to make innovative lubricants.
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Esterex™ esters
Organic esters are well-suited as a blend component for additive solvency, seal compatibility or biodegradability.
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SpectraSyn Elite™ mPAO
High-viscosity metallocene polyalphaolefin base stock provides high performance at a wide temperature range and exceptional low-temperature properties.
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SpectraSyn™ Hi Vis PAO
High viscosity base stock especially suited for industrial oils requiring high stability under harsh operating conditions.
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SpectraSyn™ Low Vis PAO
Low viscosity base stock offering low-temperature fluidity, low volatility and improved thermal stability.
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SpectraSyn™ MaX PAO
Next-generation low-viscosity, low-volatility base stock designed to provide fuel economy, energy efficiency and long drain intervals.
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SpectraSyn Plus™ PAO
Advanced low-viscosity synthetic base stock for low volatility and low-temperature fluidity to produce advanced lubricants.
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Synesstic™ AN
Alkylated naphthalene base stock often used as blend component for additive solvency, seal compatibility and hydrolytic stability.