Less Corrosive Organomolybdenum Compounds as Lubricant Additives

This invention involves the development of less corrosive, high performing organomolybdenum compounds with applications as additives in lubricants. Lubricants containing these compounds have demonstrated improved performance with respect to friction reduction, wear protection, and copper and lead corrosion, in particular for diesel and passenger car engine oil applications where high performing, more durable additives are required in terms of oxidative and hydrolytic stability.