NSF Food Grade Lubricant Classifications

Food grade lubricants are commonly classified by NSF International as follows:

H1 – Incidental Food Contact

Lubricants suitable for use in areas where incidental contact with food is possible.

Commonly applied on bearings, chains, conveyors, gearboxes and processing equipment.

H2 – No Food Contact

Lubricants intended for use in areas without any possibility of food contact, such as external machinery components

H3 – Edible Oils

Edible oils used mainly for rust prevention on hooks, trolleys and similar equipment