Utilization of transgenic high oleic soybean oil in industrial applications
AssigneeMonsanto Technology LLC
InventorJerald D. Heise
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Abstract
Oil compositions derived from transgenic soybeans having a high concentration of oleic acid are described for use in various applications including use to enhance the low temperature pour characteristics of engine fluids. Such oil compositions are useful as lubricants, rail curve grease and engine penetrants.
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A biodegradable liquid lubricant composition consisting essentially of a wax, a petroleum base oil, and a high oleic acid transgenic soybean oil wherein the oleic acid composition of said oil is at least 45%.
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An engine lubricant comprising from about 10% to about 30% low ash detergent inhibitor;
- from about 10% to about 45% transgenic high oleic soybean oil, a synthetic polyol-based ester, and mixtures thereof;
- from about 14% to about 37% polyalphaolefin;
- from about 7% to about 18% synthetic ester;
- from 2% to about 10% surfactant;
- and from about 2% to about 5% pour point depressant, by weight of the lubricant.
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