Environmentally acceptable lubricants
Helping you to meet the latest regulations with our biodegradable lubricants
Shell Naturelle Range
Our Shell Naturelle range of biodegradable lubricants are approved by leading manufacturers for use in applications that have a potential oil-to-sea interface
Product Specifications
| Product Name | Product Description | Viscosity, mm2/s AT (40°C | 100°) |
|---|---|---|
| Shell Naturelle HF-E 46 | Synthetic ester based, advanced hydraulic fluid for use in applications requiring vessel general permit (VGP) compliance. Approved for use in major OEMs’ stabilisers and controllable-pitch propellers. Holds ISO 15380 (HEES) and DIN 51524 part 2 and 3. EU Ecolabel registered for VGP 2013 compliance | 47 | 9.4 |
| Shell Naturelle HF-E 68 | Synthetic ester based, advanced hydraulic fluid for use in applications requiring VGP compliance. Approved for use in major OEMs’ stabilisers, controllable-pitch propellers and stern tubes. Holds ISO 15380 (HEES) and DIN 51524 part 2 and 3. EU Ecolabel registered for VGP 2013 compliance | 68 | 12.3 |
| Shell Naturelle S4 Gear Fluid 68 | Fully saturated ester based gear fluid for use in thrusters and propulsion drives and certain stern tube designs. Superior load-carrying performance while maintaining biodegradability. | 68 | 11 |
| Shell Naturelle S4 Gear Fluid 100 | Fully saturated ester based gear fluid for use in thrusters and propulsion drives and certain stern tube and controllable-pitch propeller designs. Superior load-carrying performance while maintaining biodegradability. | 100 | 14.0 |
| Shell Naturelle S4 Gear Fluid 150 | Fully saturated ester based gear fluid for use in thrusters and propulsion drives and certain stern tube designs. Superior load-carrying performance while maintaining biodegradability. EU Ecolabel registered for VGP 2013 compliance | 150 | 18 |
| Shell Naturelle S4 Stern Tube Fluid 100 | Non-emulsifying fluid made from fully saturated esters. Approved by the major stern tube and seal manufacturers. EU Ecolabel certified guaranteeing VGP compliance. Designed to offer superior lubrication and resistance to hydrolysis | 100 | 13.7 |
| Product Name | Product Description | Viscosity, mm2/s AT (40°C | 100°) | Base |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Naturelle Grease S5 V 120P 2 | Advanced, biodegradable, extreme-pressure grease for use in plain and roller bearings and for general vessel lubrication. Approved by major rudder carrier and deck machinery OEMs. EU Ecolabel registered for VGP 2013 compliance | 120 | 19 | Lithium |
| Shell Naturelle S2 Wire RopeLubricant A | A high-performance, fully biodegradable lubricant for use on wire ropes, cables and open gears offering high resistance to water wash-off while maintaining outstanding adhesion properties. Complies with the VGP 2013 definitions | > 550 | > 80 | Calcium |
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