CLEVELAND, September 29, 2025 — Lubrizol announces the launch of HybriCal™ lithium-free grease thickener formulation, designed to meet the performance needs of modern industrial applications. HybriCal™ formulation is based on anhydrous calcium and answers the demands of grease manufacturers and end users for a lithium hydroxide alternative. This innovative new solution meets the High-Performance Multiuse (HPM) Grease Specification from the National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI). The formulation also provides an alternative to the regulatory uncertainty and pricing volatility of the current lithium market. “With HybriCal™, Lubrizol provides a future-ready solution that combines performance, safety, and environmental responsibility, bringing manufacturers stability in a disrupted lithium market,” said Tim Saari, Grease Product Manager at Lubrizol.