MOLYKOTE® G-4500FMS is a PAO-based, NLGI Grade 2 grease with an aluminum complex thickener and is certified for incidental food contact under NSF H1. It's trusted by plant maintenance teams for its reliability, extended equipment protection, and compliance with food safety standards.
Product type: Multi-purpose synthetic grease
Chemistry: Polyalphaolefin (PAO)
Base oil viscosity: 110 @ 40°C
NLGI Grade: 2
Thickener: Aluminum complex
Solid lubricant: PTFE, white solids
High temp: 163°C (300°F)
Low temp: −51°C (−40°F)
Color: White
Hazmat: No
Conor Robertson, Technical Specialist
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MOLYKOTE® G-4500FMS is a specialty multi-purpose synthetic grease comprised of a polyalphaolefin (PAO) base oil, an aluminum complex thickener, and performance additives, including PTFE. As a food-safe lubricant, MOLYKOTE® G-4500FMS meets NSF H1 requirements and the FDA regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 for incidental food contact applications. MOLYKOTE® G-4500FM multi-purpose synthetic grease is engineered to deliver dependable performance in demanding environments. It is commonly used in food processing equipment, packaging lines, conveyors, and bearings where cleanliness and reliability are critical. The formulation helps reduce friction, minimize start-up torque, and resist washout in wet or steam-prone areas.
Designed as a robust, long-life solution, MOLYKOTE® G-4500FMS provides high load capacity, good wear resistance, and a longer service life than many traditional lubricants. Its thermal stability is excellent, with an operating range from −40°C to 149°C (−40°F to 300°F). In addition, it offers strong oxidation resistance and corrosion protection, helping extend maintenance intervals and reduce unplanned downtime. Compatibility with many elastomers and plastics broadens application versatility, while its clean-running characteristics support GMP and HACCP compliance goals.
Helps when the current lubricant can't withstand frequent high-temperature washdowns, leading to premature wear on bakery and food-processing equipment. Plus, more frequent maintenance shutdowns.
Inadequate synthetic lubricants causing frequent reapplication and unplanned line downtime
Risk of equipment and product contamination from non-food-safe lubricants, putting food safety certifications and product integrity at risk
If you’re responsible for keeping equipment running in demanding environments, whether deep in the plant or managing daily maintenance on food processing lines, MOLYKOTE G-4500FMS is engineered with your needs in mind. This advanced, multi-purpose grease provides reliable, food-grade lubrication where uptime, compliance, and efficiency are critical.
Typical use cases include:
Rolling element bearings: ensures smooth, long-lasting rotation during high loads and frequent washdowns
Splined shafts and couplings: prevents wear and seizing throughout extended production cycles
Mixer components: protects parts exposed to heat, food ingredients, and moisture
Motors: guards against friction to extend service life in food-safe zones
Conveyor mechanisms: withstands continuous motion, heat, and repeated sanitation cycles
Furniture and fixture hardware: delivers quiet, maintenance-free performance
Instrumentation, photo, and optical assemblies: maintains smooth functioning in sensitive production equipment
Maintenance, repair, and overhaul projects: ideal for plant-wide applications where regulatory compliance and equipment reliability are essential
The MOLYKOTE® Food Grade performance lubricants provide superior protection and friction control in a wide variety of applications commonly found in the food & beverage manufacturing industries. Learn more about their solutions portfolio here!
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