Recycled oil is used oil that has been run through a process of filtration in order to lose its physical impurities and dirt. Not all oil is created equal, and contrary to popular belief, recycled oils are not “dirty,” or lesser in quality than pure, virgin or newly produced oil.

Although filtration removes physical impurities in the form of particulate matter from the oil, it does not remove chemical impurities and contaminants. This allows the oil to be reused in the form of fuel or as lubrication in non-critical systems. Motor oils and hydraulic oils are commonly recycled and can be combusted as fuel for a variety of heating applications such as for boilers, space heaters and for industrial purposes such as for cement kilns or blast furnaces. 

Recycled oil is positive for the environment, keeping lubricant products within circulation rather than being wasted through disposal or through environmentally detrimental dumping into soil or waterways.

Most common applications for recycled base oil are as follows:

Motor oil

Industrial oil

Lubricating Greases

Metal processing fluids

Additives

Hydraulic Oils