Diesel Fuel (High, Low and Ultra-low Sulphur)

- Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals (other than crude) and preparations not elsewhere specified or included, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous minerals, these oils being the basic constituents of the preparations, other than waste oils: (HS 27101) . Liquid fuels (ICS 75.160.20)

This national standard has been developed in recognition of the consumer concerns as it relates to quality of the product with respect to performance, environmental and health concerns present in a growing nation which is increasing the use of vehicles that use diesel fuel. This standard represents one aspect of efforts to minimize air pollution with a view to reducing harmful effects to the public and the environment. It includes requirements for three key properties, namely, cetane value (number and index), sulphur content and aromatic hydrocarbon content.