Stamping & Metal-Forming Fluids

At Rock Valley Oil & Chemical Company, we produce water based stamping fluids and metal forming fluids that are compatible with many reputable car manufactures, including BMW, Ford Motor Company, General Motors and more. All water based stamping fluids and metal forming fluids are available in 5-gallon pails, 55-gallon drums, totes and in bulk.

Contact us with any further questions regarding product recommendations and custom product orders.


4465 Blank Wash

4465 Blank Wash is a water-extendable stamping, drawing and blank washing compound formulated to provide superior lubricity and corrosion protection in all phases of the stamping process. It has been approved by the Hydromation Corporation and is recommended for use with five-micron filter media. The formula provides excellent corrosion protection on cold rolled steel, as well as automotive galvanized steel.

  • Recommended for stamping and drawing operations at a concentration of 10-50%
  • Recommended for blank washing operations at 10-12.5%

4465 Blank Wash is recommended for use in:

  • BMW
  • FCA (Fiat-Chrysler)
  • Ford Motor Company
  • Freightliner
  • General Motors
  • Nissan
  • Honda
  • International Truck
  • Paccar
  • Tesla
  • Volvo Truck

7723 Oil Blank Wash Series

7723C/7723 Oil Blank Wash is a drawing and stamping fluid formulated to provide excellent formability of galvanized body panels as well as all additional forms of substrates used in automotive body production, including aluminum. When properly applied, the fluid film will protect blanks against rust and stain throughout the manufacturing process. Stamped parts will also be protected during storage and shipment to off-site assembly plants.

Laboratory testing has shown that 7723C/7723 Oil Blank Wash is compatible with subsequent manufacturing processes including adhesive and sealant application, phosphate systems, cleanability and E-Coat/painting process.

7723C is recommended for use in:

  • BMW (Steel-7730 AL for Aluminum)
  • FCA (Fiat-Chrysler)
  • Honda
  • General Motors
  • Nissan
  • Volvo USA

7723 is recommended for use in:

  • Chrysler
  • Ford Motor Company (Blanking Only)
  • Honda
  • Nissan