Diesel Fuel EN590 Overview

EN590 is the European standard for automotive diesel fuel, ensuring consistency in quality, emissions, and engine performance. It defines the fuel specifications used in most diesel-powered vehicles across Europe and many other countries.

Key Features of EN590 Diesel:

• Sulfur Content:
• Ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) with a maximum of 10 ppm (parts per million) of sulfur.
• Helps reduce emissions and is compatible with modern engines equipped with diesel particulate filters (DPF).
• Cetane Number:
• Minimum 51, ensuring efficient combustion and performance.
• Density:
  
  
• Varies between 820–845 kg/m³ at 15°C depending on the grade.
• Flash Point:
  
  
• Minimum 55°C, ensuring safe handling and storage.
• Cold Flow Properties:
  
  
• EN590 diesel is available in different climatic grades (e.g., summer, winter, arctic) to prevent fuel gelling in cold temperatures.
• CFPP (Cold Filter Plugging Point) varies depending on the region’s temperature requirements.

EN590 Diesel Grades by Climate:

Applications:

• Used in road transport, industrial machinery, and marine applications.
• Complies with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards, making it suitable for modern diesel engines.

Availability & Trade:

• Traded in metric tons or barrels, with pricing influenced by crude oil prices, refining costs, and geopolitical factors.
• Commonly sourced from refineries in Europe, Russia, the Middle East, and Asia.