Remember, it comes from sunflower seeds. This veggie oil could decrease the need for petroleum drilling and promote homegrown industries. And High Oleic Sunflower Oil is still twice as expensive as petroleum lubricants. Based on performance, HOSO is priced right. Its cost mirrors performance when compared to both petroleum and synthetic lubes.
Testing is still under way.
Many companies are working to genetically engineer sunflowers to produce less-saturated oils. These altered plants could lower the cost and increase the yield of High Oleic Sunflower Oil. Many experts speculate that vegetable lubricants will gain popularity as mineral oils become scarcer. Motorboats and forestry vehicles are coming under greater regulation. In Germany, Sweden, and Denmark, rapeseed and canola oil lubricants are already mandated for use in these industries.