In pharmaceutical production, equipment operates at high speed and continuously every day—from tablet compression and powder mixing to capsule packaging, even the slightest friction or pause in any step can affect the quality of the finished product. However, many companies overlook a crucial aspect: lubrication.
Pharmaceutical equipment is mostly composed of high-precision mechanisms, such as molds, guide rails, shafts, and transmission chains. Inadequate lubrication can lead to overheating, wear, and even seizure due to friction. This can result in surface defects in the product, or even equipment downtime and reduced production capacity. Even more problematic is the fact that while ordinary industrial lubricants are inexpensive, they pose a risk of contamination. Contact with pharmaceutical powder or capsule shells can render the product unusable.
The following are common lubrication pain points in the pharmaceutical industry :
1️⃣ High risk of contamination: Lubricating oil may evaporate or migrate into pharmaceuticals, affecting safety.
2️⃣ Harsh environment: High humidity and large temperature difference in the workshop. If the oil has poor anti-emulsification properties, it is easily emulsified and ineffective by water vapor.
3️⃣ High load operation: The equipment operates frequently, requiring extremely high oil film stability and shear resistance.
4️⃣ Strict cleaning audits: Pharmaceutical companies' GMP regulations require that lubricants be safe and traceable.
To meet the specific needs of the pharmaceutical industry, food-grade lubricants have become the mainstream choice. They not only need to have excellent anti-wear and anti-oxidation properties, but also must be non-toxic, odorless, and residue-free, and certified by NSF and FDA to ensure safety and reliability in the event of accidental contact with pharmaceuticals.
Baoxing BX-308 series food-grade lubricants use a Group III hydrotreated base oil formula , which has excellent anti-wear and anti-oxidation properties; it maintains a stable oil film under high temperature, high humidity and high speed conditions, preventing sticking and wear.
Our products meet FDA, NSF, and other food-grade standards and can be used in critical parts of equipment such as tablet compression and pill demolding machines. They are safe, clean, and residue-free. Baoxing Lubricants provide a more reliable lubrication solution for pharmaceutical equipment.
