URBANPETRO ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY OPPORTUNITIES FOR SN 500 BASE OIL

A technical and commercial overview for lubricant manufacturers, importers and industrial buyers

UrbanPetro Global News  |  23 October 2026

NEWS RELEASE

UrbanPetro Inc. is highlighting international supply opportunities for SN 500 Base Oil, a mineral base stock used by lubricant manufacturers in the production of selected automotive and industrial lubricants. The company invites qualified importers, lubricant blenders, distributors and industrial buyers to submit their product requirements for commercial evaluation.

SN 500 is commonly associated with the traditional Solvent Neutral base-oil classification and is generally selected where a relatively high-viscosity mineral base stock is required. Exact characteristics vary by producer and grade. UrbanPetro’s supply discussions are therefore based on the technical specification and documentation applicable to the proposed product lot.

1. What is SN 500 Base Oil?

SN 500 is a mineral base oil grade commonly used as a component in lubricant manufacturing. “SN” traditionally refers to Solvent Neutral, while “500” identifies a relatively high-viscosity grade in the conventional SN series. Depending on the refinery and production route, manufacture may involve vacuum distillation and refining, dewaxing and finishing processes.

Base oil is not the same as finished engine oil or gear oil. Finished lubricants are formulated by combining appropriate base stocks with additives and then verifying that the finished product meets its required performance standards.

Figure 1. Illustrative base-oil-to-finished-lubricant value chain.

2. Main applications

• Automotive lubricant formulations: SN 500 may be used as one component in selected mineral-based engine-oil formulations, subject to the finished oil’s required performance specifications.
• Industrial gear oils and machine oils: its viscosity profile may suit selected formulations for machinery and industrial equipment.
• Lubricating greases: SN 500 may serve as the base-oil component in suitable grease formulations.
• Selected transmission, circulating-oil and metalworking-fluid formulations: suitability depends on the required finished-product properties and equipment requirements.

The correct grade must always be selected against the intended application, equipment-manufacturer requirements and finished-lubricant formulation. SN 500 should not be represented as suitable for every engine, transmission or hydraulic system.

3. Technical specification — reference data

The following table reproduces selected published reference parameters for ORLEN’s SN 500 product. These are producer-specific published values, not a universal specification for all SN 500 products and not a guarantee of the characteristics of any UrbanPetro shipment.

Figure 2. Selected values from ORLEN’s published SN 500 product information.

Important: ORLEN notes that its published physical and chemical parameters are typical values and that actual values are stated on the quality certificate accompanying each product lot. Obtain the current TDS and lot-specific COA for the product under consideration. Do not use the table above as a substitute for the offered product’s documentation.

4. Producing regions and potential import markets

SN 500 and other base-oil grades are produced and traded through several international refining regions. Potential sourcing enquiries may involve the Middle East, South Asia, East Asia, Europe and other refining markets. However, a country’s refining activity does not prove that a particular producer currently exports SN 500; origin and availability must be verified supplier by supplier.

Potential demand and distribution markets to investigate include India, China, Turkey, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Brazil and selected markets in Africa and Latin America. This is a list of relevant markets for commercial research, not a verified ranking of the largest SN 500 importers. Trade statistics for base oils as a broad category may combine multiple viscosity grades and base-oil groups, so claims about SN 500-specific import rankings require product-level customs data.

5. Why buyers should verify each offer

• Quality: confirm the offered product meets the agreed specification and intended use.
• Origin: verify the actual manufacturer, refinery or country of origin; a seller’s registration country is not necessarily the product’s origin.
• Documentation: request the current Technical Data Sheet (TDS), lot-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and origin documentation where applicable.
• Logistics: confirm packaging, transport compatibility, loading and discharge arrangements, inspection scope and delivery schedule.
• Compliance: complete supplier and counterparty due diligence and comply with export, import, customs, sanctions and product-handling rules.

6. About UrbanPetro Inc.

UrbanPetro Inc. is a U.S.-based energy and petroleum trading company focused on connecting international petroleum supply with qualified buyers, industrial customers and strategic partners. Its published product portfolio includes refined petroleum products, crude oil, aviation fuel, base oils and selected energy commodities. Commercial activities and individual transactions are subject to product availability, specifications, destination requirements, compliance checks and agreed contractual terms.

The company’s international trading approach includes sourcing discussions, product specification review and coordination of commercial and logistics requirements. For SN 500 enquiries, buyers are encouraged to provide a clear product specification, required volume, destination port, preferred origin, packaging and delivery terms.

7. Request a quotation

Qualified buyers should include the following information in an enquiry:

• Required quantity per shipment and estimated monthly volume.
• Destination country and port.
• Preferred product origin or refinery, if any.
• Required technical limits and the intended application.
• Packaging or transport preference: drums, IBCs, suitable flexitanks, ISO tanks or bulk, subject to compatibility and route approval.
• Preferred delivery basis, such as CIF or FOB, with the named port and applicable Incoterms edition.
• Target shipment period and required documentation.

CIF and FOB are maritime trade terms with specific allocation of costs, responsibilities and risk under the applicable Incoterms rules. The named port and Incoterms edition should be stated in the contract. The availability of any specific origin, volume, price or delivery date must be confirmed before it is treated as a committed offer.

8. Quality, storage and transport

SN 500 should be stored in clean, suitable tanks or containers and protected against water, dust and other contamination. Transfer equipment and packaging should be compatible with the product. Buyers and sellers should follow the product’s SDS, applicable safety requirements and the agreed transport procedures. Packaging options must be assessed for product compatibility and destination requirements; not every method is appropriate for every shipment.

Conclusion

SN 500 Base Oil remains an important base stock for the manufacture of selected automotive and industrial lubricants. Its suitability and commercial value depend on the exact technical characteristics, formulation requirements, product documentation and delivered economics. UrbanPetro invites qualified buyers to submit their SN 500 requirements for review, with all supply details subject to confirmation for the specific transaction.

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Discover SN 500 Base Oil and its role in the international lubricant manufacturing industry.

UrbanPetro Inc. highlights potential supply opportunities for qualified lubricant manufacturers, importers, distributors, and industrial buyers.

SN 500 is a mineral base stock used in suitable formulations for industrial lubricants, selected automotive oils, gear oils, and lubricating greases.

Baiju Jayachandran, Founder & CEO of UrbanPetro Inc., leads the company’s vision of developing international petroleum trading relationships and commercial supply opportunities.

For product inquiries, technical documentation, and commercial discussions:

Website: https://urbanpetro.com
Email: info@urbanpetro.com

Product availability, origin, specifications, and delivery arrangements are subject to confirmation.

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