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Zinc dialkyldithiophosphate (ZDTP)

The primary anti-wear additive in motor oils, contributing zinc, phosphorus, and sulphur to the additive package. The Zn/P ratio and S/P ratio are measurable by ICP-OES and are brand-distinctive features used in lubricant forensic comparison.

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