Description

6 Fuel Oil is a refined petroleum product classified as a residual fuel oil, primarily used for industrial heating and power generation. Its high energy density and cost-effectiveness make it a critical fuel source for large-scale operations requiring significant thermal output. This product is essential for industries such as marine shipping, power plants, and heavy manufacturing facilities.

Application

• Marine Fuel (Bunker Fuel): A primary fuel for large ocean-going vessels and cargo ships in main and auxiliary engines.
• Industrial Boiler Fuel: Used to generate steam and heat in industrial boilers for manufacturing processes.
• Power Generation: Serves as a fuel for electricity generation in dedicated power stations and co-generation plants.
• Heating Oil for Large Facilities: Provides central heating for large commercial buildings, hospitals, and institutional complexes.
• Cement and Lime Kilns: Utilized as a high-temperature fuel in rotary kilns for cement and lime production.
• Metal Processing: Applied in furnaces for smelting, reheating, and heat treatment within the metallurgical industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6 Fuel Oil
CAS No.	68553-00-4
Molecular Formula	Complex hydrocarbon mixture
Molecular Weight	Varies by composition
Synonyms	Residual Fuel Oil; Bunker C Fuel Oil; Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO); No. 6 Fuel Oil; Fuel Oil No. 6; Industrial Fuel Oil; IFO 380; Marine Fuel Oil; Furnace Fuel Oil; High-Sulfur Fuel Oil (HSFO); Low-Sulfur Fuel Oil (LSFO)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6 Fuel Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent industry specifications for viscosity, sulfur content, flash point, and pour point. Quality is assured through batch-specific analysis against standards such as ISO 8217 for marine fuels and ASTM D396 for fuel oils. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters are available upon request to ensure compliance with your operational requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in dedicated, well-ventilated fuel oil tanks at ambient temperatures to prevent solidification. Maintain storage temperatures above the product's pour point to ensure pumpability. Tanks should be equipped with appropriate heating coils if stored in cold climates. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. Follow all local and international regulations for the storage of combustible liquids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark Brown to Black Liquid
Density @ 15°C	~0.95 - 1.01 g/cm³
Kinematic Viscosity @ 50°C	Up to 700 cSt (Typical)
Flash Point (PMCC)	> 60°C
Pour Point	Varies by grade
Sulfur Content	Specified per grade (e.g., 3.5%, 1.0%, 0.5%)
Water Content	< 1.0%
Ash Content	< 0.2%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.