Overview

5W-20 gasoline engine oil is a low-viscosity lubricant designed for modern passenger car engines.

Product Parameters

Test Item	Key Value
Kinematic Viscosity @100°C (ASTM D445)	~8.5 cSt
CCS Viscosity @-30°C (ASTM D5293)	≤ 5,800 cP
Noack Volatility (ASTM D5800)	≤ 11.5%
Total Base Number - TBN (ASTM D2896)	~7.5 mg KOH/g
HTHS Viscosity @150°C (ASTM D4683)	≥ 2.6 mPa·s
Pour Point (ASTM D97)	≤ -42°C

Technical Specifications

Specification Area	Key Data
API / ILSAC Rating	API SP / ILSAC GF-6A
OEM Approvals	Ford WSS-M2C962-A1 / Chrysler MS-6395
Fuel Economy Gain	+1.2% (EPA cycle test)
Timing Chain Wear	-50% wear (Seq. IVB test)
Phosphorus Content	≤ 0.08%
Backward Compatibility	API SN Plus / SN / SM

Automotive Applications

Passenger & Hybrid Vehicles: Formulated for gasoline and hybrid passenger cars, SUVs, and light-duty trucks requiring SAE 5W-20 viscosity grade.

High-Idle Urban Fleets: Suited for municipal service vehicles, taxi fleets, and last-mile delivery vans operating under continuous stop-and-go city driving conditions.

Regional Car Brands: Validated for maintenance and service intervals of North American and Asian passenger vehicle platforms specifying low-viscosity engine oils.

Quality Control

Automated In-Line Blending: Digital mass-flow controllers manage chemical dosing to hold blending variance below ±0.1%, stabilizing formulation across multi-ton production runs.

100% Batch Laboratory Verification: Every production lot is tested on-site for kinematic viscosity (ASTM D445) and cold-cranking simulator (CCS) viscosity (ASTM D5293) before packaging.

24-Month Sample Retention: Sealed, 500 ml reference samples from all released batches are archived for 24 months for quality counter-testing and third-party verification.

Laser-Printed Lot Tracing: Permanent, unique batch numbers and manufacturing timestamps are laser-printed onto all bottles, drums, and IBC totes to facilitate supply chain tracking.

Commercial Terms

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 metric tons for bulk flexitanks/isotanks, or 10 standard pallets for packaged goods.

14-Day Lead Time: Cargo is dispatched to the designated Port of Loading within 14 business days following official PO confirmation and advance payment receipt.

International Incoterms: Standard pricing structures are available under FOB, CIF, or DDP (Incoterms 2020) frameworks.

Payment Structures: Settlement via Irrevocable Letter of Credit (L/C) at sight, or Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) with a 30% advance deposit and 70% balance paid against the Bill of Lading (B/L) copy.

Packaging Configurations

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) bottles available in 1-quart and 1-liter capacities, featuring induction-sealed, tamper-evident closures.

Heavy-duty 208-liter (55-gallon) steel drums compatible with standard industrial pneumatic fluid distribution pumps.

1,000-liter composite IBC totes configured with integrated bottom-discharge valves and protective steel cages.

Full OEM contract manufacturing providing custom label application and outer carton printing according to buyer-furnished vector artwork and branding specifications.

Industry Certifications

API SP & ILSAC GF-6A Licensed: Registered formulations designed for modern downsized, turbocharged gasoline direct-injection (TGDI) engines to prevent Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI).

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Facilities: All blending and packaging operations follow documented standard operating procedures (SOP) audited annually by accredited third-party registrars.

REACH Compliant Base Oils & Additives: All chemical components comply with European REACH regulations, allowing direct importation into EU member states.

FAQ

Q: Can buyers verify the API SP and ILSAC GF-6A licensing directly with API?

A: Yes, the registered API Service Category License number is provided on request and can be cross-checked on the API Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System (EOLCS) database for authenticity.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity and sample lead time for private-label OEM bottling?

A: Private-label orders require a minimum of 10,000 units per SKU, with a printed-label sample mockup delivered within 7 business days for buyer approval before mass production.

Q: What warranty applies if a delivered batch fails to meet the stated HTHS viscosity specification?

A: We guarantee specification compliance for 24 months from production date and will replace the non-conforming batch at no cost if an independent lab confirms deviation beyond ASTM tolerance limits.

Q: How can a buyer request testing of the 24-month archived reference sample in a dispute?

A: Buyers submit the laser-printed batch number from the product packaging, and the corresponding 500ml retain sample is shipped to a buyer-nominated lab within 5 business days for independent verification.

Q: Does the 14-day lead time change during peak demand seasons like Q4?

A: During September-December peak season, lead times extend to 18-20 business days due to higher order volume, and contract clients with annual purchase agreements receive guaranteed production slot priority.

Q: What happens if drums or IBC totes arrive damaged or leaking during ocean transit?

A: Claims with photo evidence submitted within 10 days of arrival are processed under the agreed Incoterms liability split, with replacement stock dispatched within 15 business days for confirmed transit damage.

Q: Can buyers request artwork proofing before full custom label production begins?

A: A digital proof is sent within 2 business days of artwork submission, and one round of revisions is included free before the physical label sample run is approved.

Q: Is there a fuel economy or wear performance report available beyond the EPA cycle figures listed?

A: Full Sequence IVB and VID test reports, including raw timing chain wear and fuel economy data sheets, are available as PDF downloads upon signing a standard technical data NDA.

Q: What payment security options exist for first-time buyers unfamiliar with the supplier?

A: First-time buyers can use Irrevocable L/C at sight through any internationally recognized bank, eliminating advance payment risk before goods are confirmed shipped via B/L.

Q: Do you provide blending consistency data across multiple production batches for the same SKU?

A: Yes, buyers placing repeat orders can request a batch-to-batch variance report comparing kinematic viscosity and CCS results across the last 12 months of production for that SKU.

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