Intertek tests fuel ethanol, including blends like E-85*. Ethanol testing laboratories offer sampling and inspection services where required for customers in key market areas that use fuel ethanol. Ethanol testing and inspection services are available in the USA, Brazil, Europe, Australia and many other locations. Ethanol, denatured ethanol & fuel ethanol testing is offered on a global basis. Testing can be conducted to specifications such as ASTM D5798-06.
Fuel Ethanol Testing:
Ethanol by ASTM D5501
Density or relative density by ASTM D1298, D4052
Hydrocarbon/aliphatic ether by difference
Vapor pressure by D5191
Lead content by D5059/D3341
Phosphorus content by D3231
Sulfur content by D2622/D5453
Methanol, higher alcohols & ethers by D4815
Acidity by D1613
Solvent washed gum content by D381
pHe by D6423
Unwashed gum content by D381
Total chlorine as chlorides by D4929B
Inorganic chloride by D512, D2988
Copper content by D1688 Modified
Water content by E203, E1064
Appearance by D5798
Additional fuel ethanol or denaturant (hydrocarbon) tests:
Distillation by ASTM D86
Research Octane Number by D2699
Motor Octane Number by D2700
Oxidation stability by D525
Prepaid sample shipping kits are available for your convenience in the USA.
What is E-75 and E-85 Ethanol Fuel?
*Fuel ethanol (E-75 & E-85) is defined by ASTM as a blend of ethanol and hydrocarbon of which the ethanol portion is nominally 70 -85 volume % denatured fuel alcohol.