ILSAC GF-6 and GF-7 Lubricants Market Set to Witness Significant Growth Through 2035 – BIS Research

What Are ILSAC GF-6 and GF-7 Lubricants? 

ILSAC (International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee) GF categories define performance standards for passenger car engine oils in North America and globally. GF-6, introduced in 2020, improved wear protection, timing chain durability, and fuel economy while addressing LSPI in turbocharged direct-injection engines. GF-7, currently under development, will address even more stringent requirements for high-temperature deposits, oxidation stability, and hybrid engine performance. 

What Is the Market Outlook of ILSAC GF-6 and GF-7 Lubricants Market? 

Technology Growth: 

• GF-6 accelerated adoption of SAE 0W-16 and 0W-20 grades; GF-7 will drive broader OEM approval for ultra-low viscosities like SAE 0W-8. 
• Advanced additive packages with improved deposit control and extended drain intervals are expected to dominate. 

Commercialization Push: 

Collaboration between base oil producers, additive companies, and OEMs will be key to meeting GF-7’s tighter performance margins. 

How Fast Is the ILSAC GF-6 and GF-7 Lubricants Market Growing? 

The global market is projected to grow at a steady CAGR through 2034, with GF-7 lubricants expected to capture a significant share by 2030. Growth will be supported by OEM factory-fill demand and aftermarket replacement driven by expanding hybrid and turbocharged vehicle penetration. 

How Will This Report Help You? 

Planning to Enter the Market? 

• Assess OEM adoption timelines and viscosity-grade preferences by region. 

Analyzing the Competitive Landscape? 

• Review major lubricant brands’ reformulation pipelines and licensing strategies. 

Seeking R&D Insights? 

• Track additive chemistry developments for deposit control, fuel economy, and hybrid compatibility. 

Interested in Regional Market Trends? 

• Compare market readiness for GF-7 adoption across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. 

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What’s Driving Demand, Opportunities, and Barriers in ILSAC GF-6 and GF-7 Lubricants Market? 

Demand Drivers: 

• Stricter global fuel economy and emissions regulations 
• Growing hybrid and turbocharged engine fleet 
• OEM push for extended drain intervals and ultra-low viscosities 

Opportunities: 

• Expansion into emerging markets with tightening standards 
• Licensing of new formulations in OEM service networks 
• Additive innovations targeting hybrid-specific challenges 

Challenges: 

• Balancing ultra-low viscosity with wear protection in severe climates 
• Coordinating global specification harmonization between ILSAC and ACEA 
• Managing reformulation costs amid fluctuating base oil prices 

Market Segmentation 

by Engine Application 

•    Standard Gasoline Engines (MPFI, older vehicles) 

•    Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDI) 

•    Hybrid Engines 

by Base Oil 

•    Conventional (Group II or lower) 

•    Semi-Synthetic (Blends) 

•    Full Synthetic (Group III, IV/PAO, GTL) 

by Sales Channel 

•    OEM Factory Fill 

•    Dealership Service Fill 

•    Aftermarket Retail  

by Region 

•    U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Japan  

•    Others (Including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest-of-the-World) 

Key Players  

•    ExxonMobil 

•    Shell 

•    BP Castrol 

•    Chevron 

•    TotalEnergies 

•    Valvoline 

•    Lubrizol 

•    Infineum 

•    Afton Chemical 

•    SK Lubricants 

•    Idemitsu 

•    Petronas 

•    Sinopec 

•    Petro-Canada Lubricants   

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Strategic Developments: 

• GF-7 specification finalization and licensing expected by late 2027–2028 
• Joint OEM–lubricant company test programs for hybrid and turbocharged platforms 
• Market entry of bio-based and synthetic GF-7 lubricants with improved environmental footprint 

Case Study: 

A leading Japanese OEM’s shift to SAE 0W-8 factory fill for hybrid models demonstrated measurable fuel economy gains of ~1% over GF-6B SAE 0W-16 oils, highlighting the potential of GF-7 to meet aggressive CO₂ targets. 

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