{"id":33175,"date":"2026-07-28T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpetroleumpr.com\/?p=33175"},"modified":"2026-07-29T20:03:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T20:03:02","slug":"api-sq-gf-7-certification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americanpetroleumpr.com\/en\/api-sq-gf-7-certification\/","title":{"rendered":"API SQ\/GF-7 certification: meaning and why it matters for your engine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

API SQ succeeds the previous API SP category as the most recent standard for gasoline engine oils<\/strong>. It took effect on March 31, 2025, and establishes performance standards for passenger vehicle oils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, ILSAC GF-7, divided into GF-7A and GF-7B, defines the minimum performance standards for gasoline engine oils<\/strong> in passenger vehicles, including efficiency, wear protection, and control of internal deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To inquire about the availability and prices of certified products, please contact the American Petroleum team at (787) 794-1985<\/a> or by email at info@americanpetroleumpr.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the American Petroleum Institute?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the leading organization in the development of technical standards for the petroleum, gas, and lubrication industry<\/strong>. With over 100 years of experience, the API sets standards that guarantee safety, efficiency, and performance in energy and automotive products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its certifications are recognized globally as a seal of trust<\/strong>, both by engine manufacturers and consumers looking for products of proven quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is API SQ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In the API service categories, the letter S identifies oils intended for gasoline engines. The second letter identifies the category within this classification. API SQ is the most recent category and succeeds API SP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

API SQ incorporates updated requirements for protection against low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) with both new oil and oil that has aged from use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

API describes SQ as a category designed to provide protection against LSPI with both fresh and aged oil, improve timing chain protection, and control deposits, sludge, and varnish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Identifying Symbols on the Container<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The symbols on the container help identify key aspects of the oil:<\/p>\n\n\n\n