CLEVELAND, Ohio – Lubrizol announces the launch of HybriCal™ lithium-free grease thickener formulation designed to meet the performance needs of modern industrial applications.

HybriCal™ formulation is based on anhydrous calcium and answers the demands of grease manufacturers and end users for a lithium hydroxide alternative. This innovative new solution meets the High-Performance Multiuse (HPM) Grease Specification from the National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI).

HybriCal™ benefits include lower processing temperatures and reduced dehydration time compared to lithium-based greases, enabling faster production and reduced energy consumption in manufacturing. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including bearings, mining equipment and general manufacturing. The formulation also provides an alternative to the regulatory uncertainty and pricing volatility of the current lithium market. Because HybriCal™ is lithium-free, it is not impacted by the recent provisional classification of lithium hydroxide as a Category 1A reproductive toxin by the European Chemicals Agency.

“With HybriCal™, Lubrizol provides a future-ready solution that combines performance, safety, and environmental responsibility , bringing manufacturers stability in a disrupted lithium market,” said Tim Saari, Grease Product Manager at Lubrizol.

Lubrizol Introduces HybriCal™ Lithium-Free Grease Thickener Technology for a Changing Market