En590

EN590 Diesel Fuel

Welcome to our specialized offering Tank Storage for EN590 diesel fuel products, expertly refined to meet European standards. Our Terminal ensures optimal engine performance with strict compliance to quality and environmental regulations.

About EN590 Diesel Fuel

EN590 is the European standard for diesel fuel used in compression ignition engines, commonly known as automotive diesel. It defines specific physical properties and chemical composition to ensure the fuel performs efficiently and safely within diesel engines. EN590 diesel is designed to meet the requirements of modern diesel engines, focusing on parameters like cetane number, density, sulfur content, and cold flow properties.

Common Varieties and Grades

• Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD): EN590 mandates sulfur content limits generally below 10 ppm, significantly reducing emissions and environmental impact.
• Winter and Summer Grades: Seasonal variants of EN590 diesel are formulated to improve cold-flow properties for winter use or optimize performance during warmer months.
• Biodiesel Blends (e.g., B7): EN590 fuels may include up to 7% fatty acid methyl esters (biodiesel) blended to provide renewable content without compromising engine compatibility.

Technical and Performance Characteristics

• Cetane Number: Typically 51 or higher for good ignition quality and smooth combustion.
• Density: Usually between 820 and 845 kg/m³ at 15 °C, affecting energy content and engine efficiency.
• Sulfur Content: Ultra-low sulfur levels (max 10 mg/kg) reduce harmful SOx emissions.
• Flash Point: Minimum 55 °C, ensuring safe handling and storage.
• Cold Flow Properties: Carefully controlled cloud point and cold filter plugging point (CFPP) to ensure operability in low temperatures.

Uses and Applications

EN590 diesel is the primary fuel for a broad range of diesel-powered vehicles and equipment, including:

• Passenger cars and light commercial vehicles
• Heavy-duty trucks and buses
• Agricultural machinery
• Marine vessels (where appropriate)
• Industrial and construction equipment

Its stringent quality standards make it suitable for modern diesel engines equipped with advanced emissions control technologies, such as particulate filters and selective catalytic reduction systems.

Production and Quality Standards

EN590 diesel is produced through the fractional distillation and refining of crude oil, followed by processes like hydrotreating to reduce sulfur content and improve stability. Refineries employ advanced quality control to ensure all parameters meet or exceed EN590 specifications.

Quality assurance includes laboratory testing for cetane number, density, sulfur, aromatics content, and cold flow characteristics, ensuring consistent performance and regulatory compliance.

Packaging and Trade

EN590 diesel fuel is typically traded in bulk shipments via tanker trucks, railcars, or sea tankers. It is stored in specialized tanks designed to preserve fuel quality and prevent contamination.

For commercial and industrial customers, EN590 fuel is supplied in large quantities with detailed certification documents confirming compliance with European fuel standards.

About Our Company

Atas Logistics pte ltd is a shipping and storage company serving the energy sector.In the process of moving goods from supply to demand, we offer vital infrastructure and cutting-edge services.