A buyer's guide to food-grade NSF H1 brands for food & beverage plants — each brand's strengths (Interflon MicPol/PFAS-free, CRC ready-to-use sprays, Bechem, Klüber, FUCHS Cassida), a model-by-model cross-reference table (ISO VG/NLGI), and how to choose without locking to one brand.
Many food and beverage plants start with a single food-grade brand, then hit the same procurement friction — stock checks, out-of-stock items, slow pricing — that stalls maintenance and oil changes. The fix isn't waiting on one brand; it's knowing several equally NSF-certified food-grade brands and choosing per application — because audits check the registration, not the brand.
This guide summarises five food-grade brands available in Thailand, with a model-by-model cross-reference. (For the fundamentals of NSF H1/H2/H3 and ISO 21469, see the Food-Grade NSF H1 / ISO 21469 guide.)
Each brand's strength
Interflon (Netherlands) — the most complete single brand: hydraulic/gear oils (Food Lube H32–H68, G100–G460), greases (Food Grease MP2/EP/LT2), dry-film sprays and cleaners (Metal Clean F, Foam Clean). Its MicPol® technology gives a dry, clean, dust-repelling film, and it is the first brand with NSF 537 (PFAS-free) across the full range — ideal for exporters answering chemical-safety audits.
CRC Food Grade (USA) — strongest in ready-to-use cleaners and sprays: Bio Degreaser (NSF A1, plant-based, biodegradable), Contact Cleaner 3102NZ, Silicone 03040, Chain Lube 03055. Off-the-shelf aerosols/gallons at a low entry price — covers cleaning and small-point lubrication where other cleaner lines are hard to get.
Bechem (Germany) — specialty NSF H1 greases and oils, strong on OEM-specified points.
Klüber Lubrication (Germany) — the widest catalogue (270+ NSF H1 products), strong in heavy-load polyglycol gear oils (Klübersynth UH1) — for OEM-approval matches and top-grade needs.
FUCHS Cassida (Germany) — a full range in one line (40+ products), including ester chain oils to +300°C and low-temp chain oil to -50°C for freezers.
Model-by-model cross-reference (using Bechem now → what to compare)
| Current Bechem | Spec | Interflon | CRC | Klüber | Cassida |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berusynth 32 H1 | ISO VG 32 oil | Food Lube H32 | — | Klüberoil 4 UH1-32 N | Cassida Fluid HF 32 |
| Berusynth 100 H1 | VG 100 gear oil | Food Lube G100 | — | Klüberoil 4 UH1-100 N | Cassida Fluid HF 100 |
| Berulub FG-H 2 EP | NLGI 2 EP grease | Food Grease EP | Sta-Lube SL35615 | Klüberfood NH1 (EP) | Cassida Grease EPS 2 |
| Berulub SIHAF 2 | NLGI 2 + PTFE | Food Grease MP2¹ | — | Klüberfood NH1 94-402 | Cassida Grease RLS 2 |
| Berusynth H1 Spray | chain spray | Food Lube spray² | Chain Lube 03055 | Klüberoil UH1-1500 Spray | Cassida Chain Oil |
| Cleaners (Beruclean) | degreaser/cleaner | Metal Clean F | Bio Degreaser FG05171 | — | RIVOLTA (A1) |
¹ SIHAF 2 contains PTFE; Interflon's current H1 line is PFAS-free (no PTFE) — flag if the customer requires PTFE. ² Interflon's is a dry film (non-tacky) vs a tacky adhesive spray — check whether the job needs tack or dry.
Matches are based on spec (ISO VG / NLGI / NSF) and application, not a manufacturer endorsement — always confirm suitability for the actual point of use before switching.
How to choose
- Start from the point of use — incidental food contact (chains/belts/gears above the line) → NSF H1; direct contact → 3H; cleaners → A1.
- Match the spec — oils by ISO VG; greases by NLGI grade, temperature range and load (EP).
- Budget & urgency — need off-the-shelf/spray now → CRC; need a full range or high spec → Interflon/Klüber/Cassida.
- Keep certificates — every new model, obtain the NSF/ISO 21469 certificate for your chemical register.
Sahawatthanakit (1988) supplies several food-grade brands on one quote — send your point of use or the model you currently run to request a quote or call 02-096-2118. We cross-reference the spec, propose the right option, and provide certificates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Does a food plant have to stay with one brand — can we switch from Bechem?
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2Why does Interflon's PFAS-free (NSF 537) matter for exporters?
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3How is CRC different from Bechem/Interflon?
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