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C9 – C25
1-D (36-38 cetane number); 2-D (23-34 cetane number); winterized (1-D + 2D mix with 1-D at higher concentration); red grade (rebated fuel; lower VAT rate); and Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD, maximium 15 ppm sulfur).
Diesel is used mainly as/in: truck fuel; railroad fuel; aircraft fuel; military vehicle fuel; car fuel; fuel for tractors and heavy equipments; power generation; and heating equipment.
n-paraffins; iso-paraffins; cycloparaffins; naphthalenes; and alkylbenzenes.
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About Diesel. Diesel is defined as any liquid fuel designed to work in a diesel engine. The most common type of diesel fuel is a hydrocarbon mixed fuel, containing mostly paraffins but also aromatic hydrocarbons and small amounts of olefins. It is a viscous, yellowish-green liquid that can be obtained from crude oil as a specific fractional distillate, with average chemical formula of C12H24. Diesel fuel originated in 1892 and is still the main fuel used for shipping goods and moving freight. In 2018, diesel accounted for about 20% of total U.S. petroleum consumption and about 22% of total petroleum consumption by the transportation sector. Diesel oil's popularity as a Fuel can be attributed to its high compression rate inside the combustion chamber, which translates to better motor efficiency.

There are several grades of Diesel Fuel with the key factor being the cetane rating, related to the quality of the Fuel's ignition. The higher the cetane rating, the easier it is to perform a cold start, which is particularly relevant in harsher environments and during cold seasons.

While Petroil derived Disel Fuel is the most common, this commodity can also be produced from syngas via a Fisher-Tropsh (FT) process, and from bio-oil via transesterification. Synthetic diesel has near zero sulfur content or other contaminants such as low aromatics, therefore it produces less toxic emissions and particulates. Biodiesel, although it also reduces emissions, has high acidity, which can cause corrosion in engines and storage tanks, so it usually requires extra processing steps.

Diesel will absorb water from the environment, causing it to break down and damage the engine that it is powering. It must be kept in dry places and away from heat (store below 20 °C), as Diesel may absorb more water when heated. The low Sulfur content makes the fuel a lot more prone to microbial activity, so biocides must be used. It should be kept away from ignition source as it may cause storage and transportation tanks to explode. Diesel should be stored in yellow containers for proper fuel type differentiation. Fuel can be transported from the refineries via pipelines, tank ships, rail tankers or road tank trucks. The shortening of the transport routes allows cost saving and reduces safety risks. Diesel fuels are assigned to hazard class III because their flash point is > 55ºC.

Diesel is used mainly as/in: truck fuel; railroad fuel; aircraft fuel; military vehicle fuel; car fuel; fuel for tractors and heavy equipments; power generation; and heating equipment.

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<p><b>About Diesel Prices.</b> Diesel is a type of fuel that is widely used in various industries, including transportation, construction, and agriculture. It is a critical component for the operation of heavy-duty machinery, such as trucks, buses, tractors, and generators. As a result, the price of diesel is a critical factor that can impact the profitability and sustainability of many industrial plants and businesses. Having access to reliable diesel prices is essential in a wide range of situations, such as studies on logistics costs, development of feasibility studies, screening and assessing investment options.</p><p>One of the most significant factors that affect diesel prices is crude oil prices. Most of the diesel produced is derived from crude oil, and as such, any changes in the price of this raw material directly impact the cost of producing diesel. The global demand for crude oil, political instability in oil-producing countries, and fluctuations in the supply of crude oil are some examples of events that affect the price of oil, and diesel. Transportation costs are another factor. Diesel is typically transported by pipelines, tank ships, rail tankers or road tank trucks.</p><p>Government regulations can also play a significant role in determining diesel prices. This is achieved with policies that impose taxes or subsidies on the production or consumption of diesel. Regulations that impact the supply of diesel, such as import or export restrictions, are also relevant.</p>
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Data Legend. The Diesel chart shows the prices in USA Dollar per cubic meter (USD/m3). For the world region Americas, check Diesel prices in the following countries:

  • US: transaction, fob
  • Germany: retail
  • China: spot, exw
  • Japan: transaction, fob
  • Saudi Arabia: spot, fob, Arab Gulf
  • Brazil: transaction, cif
  • Singapore: spot, fob
  • South Africa: transaction, cif
  • Belgium: transaction, cif
  • Indonesia: transaction, cif
  • Turkey: transaction, cif
  • Thailand: transaction, fob
  • Russia: transaction, fob
  • India: transaction, fob
  • Netherlands: spot, fob, ARA
  • South Korea: transaction, cif
  • Philippines: transaction, cif
  • Colombia: transaction, cif
  • Australia: transaction, cif
  • United Kingdom: spot, cif
  • Finland: transaction, fob
  • France: transaction, cif, Lavera
  • United Arab Emirates: retail
  • Canada: transaction, fob
  • Chile: transaction, cif
  • Czech Republic: transaction, cif
  • Hungary: transaction, fob
  • Italy: spot, fob
  • Mexico: transaction, cif
  • Morocco: transaction, cif
  • Norway: transaction, fob
  • Poland: transaction, cif
  • Sweden: transaction, fob
  • Taiwan: transaction, fob
  • Ukraine: transaction, cif

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Price Dynamics. The Diesel price in Brazil decreased during July 2018 to 776 USD per m3, which represents a slight decline of 2% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, Diesel prices in Brazil increased significantly by 41%. Meanwhile, in Canada, the average price of Diesel amounted to 560 USD per m3 in July 2018, from 399 USD per m3 one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the Diesel price in Canada is 1% lower than the price one month before.

The price of Diesel in Chile rose slightly throughout July 2018, reaching 579 USD per m3. The price in Chile is 0.1% higher than the average price in the previous month and 56% higher than the average price one year before. In contrast, Diesel prices in Colombia decreased modestly during July 2018, reaching 530 USD per m3, which means a decline of 0.3% from the previous month’s price and a rise of 46% from the previous year’s price. 

In the month examined, the Diesel prices in Mexico experienced a modest decline of 18 USD per m3 from the previous month's price, to 574 USD per m3. Such price movement in Mexico meant a decrease of 3% on a monthly basis and a rise of 49% on a yearly basis. On the other hand, in July 2018, the Diesel price in United States witnessed a decline of 5 USD per m3 when compared against the previous month's price, to 854 USD per m3. The July 2018 price in United States is 30% higher than the price one year before. 

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About Diesel. Diesel is defined as any liquid fuel designed to work in a diesel engine. The most common type of diesel fuel is a hydrocarbon mixed fuel, containing mostly paraffins but also aromatic hydrocarbons and small amounts of olefins. It is a viscous, yellowish-green liquid that can be obtained from crude oil as a specific fractional distillate, with average chemical formula of C12H24. Diesel fuel originated in 1892 and is still the main fuel used for shipping goods and moving freight. In 2018, diesel accounted for about 20% of total U.S. petroleum consumption and about 22% of total petroleum consumption by the transportation sector. Diesel oil's popularity as a Fuel can be attributed to its high compression rate inside the combustion chamber, which translates to better motor efficiency.

There are several grades of Diesel Fuel with the key factor being the cetane rating, related to the quality of the Fuel's ignition. The higher the cetane rating, the easier it is to perform a cold start, which is particularly relevant in harsher environments and during cold seasons.

While Petroil derived Disel Fuel is the most common, this commodity can also be produced from syngas via a Fisher-Tropsh (FT) process, and from bio-oil via transesterification. Synthetic diesel has near zero sulfur content or other contaminants such as low aromatics, therefore it produces less toxic emissions and particulates. Biodiesel, although it also reduces emissions, has high acidity, which can cause corrosion in engines and storage tanks, so it usually requires extra processing steps.

Diesel will absorb water from the environment, causing it to break down and damage the engine that it is powering. It must be kept in dry places and away from heat (store below 20 °C), as Diesel may absorb more water when heated. The low Sulfur content makes the fuel a lot more prone to microbial activity, so biocides must be used. It should be kept away from ignition source as it may cause storage and transportation tanks to explode. Diesel should be stored in yellow containers for proper fuel type differentiation. Fuel can be transported from the refineries via pipelines, tank ships, rail tankers or road tank trucks. The shortening of the transport routes allows cost saving and reduces safety risks. Diesel fuels are assigned to hazard class III because their flash point is > 55ºC.

Diesel is used mainly as/in: truck fuel; railroad fuel; aircraft fuel; military vehicle fuel; car fuel; fuel for tractors and heavy equipments; power generation; and heating equipment.

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