GASOLINE
GASOLINE
Through our extensive network of over 30 refinery partners, we guarantee a reliable supply of gasoline products. Gasoline, a flammable liquid derived from crude oil, is the principal fuel source for internal combustion engines in various vehicles and equipment. This product is a carefully formulated blend of hydrocarbons and additives, classified by its octane rating, which indicates its combustion characteristics. Gasoline production occurs at refineries and blending facilities, frequently including fuel ethanol to improve performance and lower emissions.
ORIGIN
Non-Russian/Non-Sanctioned OPEC Member countries, or EU
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Gasoline is a fuel derived from crude oil, primarily used in vehicles with spark-ignited internal combustion engines. It's a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, with additives like ethanol included to improve performance and reduce emissions. Produced in oil refineries, gasoline is then transported to gas stations for retail sale.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
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Volatility:
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Gasoline is a volatile fuel, meaning it evaporates and ignites easily, making it suitable for spark-ignition engines.
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Hydrocarbon Mixture:
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It's a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, typically containing molecules with 4 to 12 carbon atoms.
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Additives:
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Modern gasoline contains additives, such as ethanol, to improve engine performance, reduce pollution, and prevent deposits.
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Specifications and Standards
Gasoline specifications and standards set requirements for fuel properties like octane rating, sulfur content, and Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) to ensure quality and reduce harmful emissions. Key standards, such as the Anti-Knock Index (AKI) for octane and the 10 ppm average sulfur standard, are defined by agencies like the EPA. These standards ensure the fuel is suitable for engines, prevents damage, and meets environmental regulations for cleaner air.
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Gasoline is primarily used as fuel in vehicles, accounting for the vast majority of consumption in light-duty cars, trucks, and SUVs. While U.S. consumption saw declines in 2019-2025 due to factors like high crude oil prices and the shift to electric vehicles, it remains high. Other uses include powering recreational vehicles and some equipment like chainsaws, generators, and landscaping tools.
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Gasoline is a refined, volatile liquid with short carbon chains, ideal for high-horsepower applications like cars due to its faster burn rate and spark-ignition engines. In contrast, diesel fuel has longer carbon chains, higher energy density, and a slower burn rate, making it suitable for high-torque, lower-RPM applications such as trucks and heavy machinery, utilizing compression ignition. Alternative fuels like renewable gasoline can offer lower emissions, but their availability and infrastructure are still developing, with some fuels like natural gas providing potentially better environmental performance.
