The food and beverage processing industry and their selection and use of lubricants is critical to food safety and also machine reliability. Lubricants must meet the requirements of the FDA and the USDA for the given application and still fulfill the demanding performance requirements of the food processing industry. Applications may require lubricants be certified as H1, H2 or H3. Often times Religious organizations such as the Muslim and Jewish Religions may also influence lubricant selection based on beliefs.