France · Independent R&D partner · Worldwide

Lubricant & grease formulation
consultancy for France manufacturers.

Independent lubricant, grease and additive formulation R&D for French blenders, OEM suppliers and industrial buyers — ACEA and OEM-spec products, with full IP transfer.

Serving France and francophone Europe

Independent formulation R&D,
engineered for France.

France’s market is driven by OEM approvals (including PSA/Stellantis and Renault sequences) and ACEA rigour across automotive and industrial sectors. Lubechem develops ACEA C-series low-SAPS oils, industrial gear and hydraulic fluids, and greases engineered to French OEM and ACEA requirements.

  • Founded 2010 by Er. Manoj Kumar, chemical engineer — 500+ formulations
  • Fully independent of Lubrizol, Afton, Infineum & Oronite
  • Full BOM, ASTM/IP test data & IP transfer — you own the formula
  • Remote-first delivery worldwide, on-site where needed
France market focus

What France clients
brief us on most.

Specific to France and francophone Europe — not a generic worldwide boilerplate.

  • Formulated to the standards listed below for France buyers.
  • Independent of Lubrizol, Afton, Infineum and Oronite single-source lock-in.
  • Full BOM, ASTM/IP data and IP transfer — you own the formula.
  • Remote-first delivery with on-site support when the project needs it.
Standards & compliance

Built to the standards
France buyers require.

We formulate to ACEA standards, support French OEM-sequence documentation, and develop biodegradable (EAL) grades. We lead with international standards so your products are accepted across markets — and support the documentation your buyers and regulators expect.

Regulatory & compliance support →

  • ACEA A/B, C (low-SAPS), E
  • OEM sequences (PSA/Renault)
  • ISO VG / FZG
  • API SP
  • ISO 15380 biodegradable
Industries in France

Lubricants for the sectors
that drive France.

Deep-dive industry formulation pages — not just labels.

How we work

From brief to commercial batch
in four disciplined steps.

Brief & baseline

NDA, target spec locked, cost targets agreed.

R&D & bench batch

Lab formulation and ASTM/IP testing against target.

Scale-up & pilot

Pilot batch, process SOP, full documentation.

Handover & support

Full BOM, TDS/MSDS and IP transfer — you own it.

Why Lubechem

An independent R&D partner
— not an additive reseller.

When an additive company offers “formulation support”, it is limited to its own range. Lubechem designs from individual components across multiple suppliers, so France clients get the right formulation at minimum cost — and own it independently.

About Lubechem & our founder →   Annual R&D partnership →

  • Chemistry-first, hands-on senior formulator access
  • 10–25% lower additive treat cost vs commercial packages
  • Full formula transparency — you own the IP
  • Also: bio-lubricants & EV / specialty fluids
FAQ — France

Common questions.

Do you work with lubricant manufacturers in France?
Yes. Lubechem Consultant works with blenders, private-label brands and industrial buyers in France and worldwide. Engagements run remotely (video, email, WhatsApp) with on-site support as needed, and every formulation is delivered with full IP transfer.
Which standards do you formulate to for the France market?
We formulate to ACEA standards, support French OEM-sequence documentation, and develop biodegradable (EAL) grades. We lead with international API, ACEA, ISO and SAE standards so your products are accepted across markets, not just one.
Are you independent of additive suppliers like Lubrizol, Afton and Infineum?
Yes — that independence is our core advantage. We design additive packages from individual components across multiple suppliers, so you get the right chemistry at the best cost and own the formulation outright, with no single-source lock-in.
Can you help a new France brand from formula to finished product?
Yes. We cover the full journey: formulation, bill of materials, ASTM/IP testing, regulatory documentation, plant/lab setup and troubleshooting — then transfer the complete IP so the product is yours.
What should a France blender prepare before the first call?
Send target grades (e.g. 15W-40 CI-4 Plus, NLGI 2 lithium), base-oil availability, monthly volume, and any local standard you must clear. Typical first briefs from France include: Formulated to the standards listed below for France buyers. We reply within one business day under NDA.
Connect with a specialist

Talk to a lubricant & grease
formulation specialist serving France.

One business-day response. NDA before any technical discussion. Free initial assessment for France manufacturers and buyers.