MOSH, MOAH & How FUCHS Formulates for Maximum Food Safety (Part 2)
Some food‑safety risks are obvious. Others are invisible but just as important. MOSH and MOAH fall squarely into that second category.
Before we talk prevention, let’s get clear on what these substances actually are.
What MOSH & MOAH Are & Why They Matter
MOSH (Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons)
MOAH (Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons)
These petroleum‑derived compounds can migrate into food through packaging, processing environments, or—most commonly—lubricants.
Regulators are paying close attention because:
- MOSH can accumulate in human tissue
- Certain types of MOAH may contain genotoxic compounds
- Even trace contamination can trigger recalls or regulatory action
For food manufacturers, the takeaway is simple: Your lubrication choices directly influence your MOSH/MOAH risk profile.
How FUCHS Minimizes MOSH/MOAH Risk Through Formulation
FUCHS designs its food‑grade lubricants with MOSH/MOAH control at the core. Their portfolio is divided into two purpose‑built families:
1. CASSIDA — Fully Synthetic, Zero MOSH/MOAH
No mineral oils. No MOSH. No MOAH. Engineered for maximum food safety
2. CASSIDA FM — White Mineral Oil‑Based, Zero MOAH
Contains some MOSH (as expected with white mineral oils). Contains no MOAH. Formulated to meet strict food‑industry safety requirements
Both product lines are:
- NSF H1 registered
- Made exclusively with FDA‑listed raw materials
- Kosher and Halal certified
- Manufactured in an ISO 21469 certified facility
This is why FUCHS is trusted globally: their formulations are built to meet—and stay ahead of—evolving food‑safety expectations.
Contact Quadra to explore the full FUCHS CASSIDA and CASSIDA FM product lines.
Build your food‑safety program on a foundation you can trust.
Where to go next in the series
Now that you understand the science, the next step is learning how MOSH/MOAH actually enter production—and how to stop them.
