Originally Posted By: il_signore97
I think it's more complicated then that. Getting the appropriate certifications is much more involved than simply paying for them. The up front cost is just part of the burden required to get the certifications.
Other implications such as locking them down to a specific formulation and basestock supplier are very big considerations. Thus, everytime Amsoil would want to switch basestock suppliers or tweak their formula, they would have to be re-certified. Not cost effective at all, and does not allow for incremental product improvements.
Excuse my ignorance, but how would you know if the new oil is still certified after the formula is changed without being re-certified by an independent organization? Could any change to the formula potentially fail the certification?
I think it's more complicated then that. Getting the appropriate certifications is much more involved than simply paying for them. The up front cost is just part of the burden required to get the certifications.
Other implications such as locking them down to a specific formulation and basestock supplier are very big considerations. Thus, everytime Amsoil would want to switch basestock suppliers or tweak their formula, they would have to be re-certified. Not cost effective at all, and does not allow for incremental product improvements.
Excuse my ignorance, but how would you know if the new oil is still certified after the formula is changed without being re-certified by an independent organization? Could any change to the formula potentially fail the certification?
