Base oil production in the United States dropped to 4.6 million barrels in August, according to newly released government data, interrupting two consecutive months of recovery from impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fuchs Group acquired Sanford, North Carolina-based PolySi Technologies, which formulates and manufactures silicone lubricants and greases, as well as providing contract packaging services.

Afton Chemical reported higher operating profit and a decrease in sales for its third quarter, and Valvoline’s operating income and sales from its three segments increased year over year for the quarter ending Sept. 30.