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Oregon One-Pager (State's Fuel Quality Regulation) |
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OR Dept of Agriculture
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NCWM Region |
WWMA
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Primary Contact |
Nathan Gardner (see Notes below)
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Last Modified |
09/03/13
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Phone |
(503) 986-4677
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Email |
ngardner@oda.state.or.us
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What's needed for a
successful program?
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W&M conducts at least quarterly surveillance testing for all B100 imported into and produced in the state. Tests required are noted below and include Cold Soak Filtration. B5, based on capacity produced in the state, is currently mandated except for railroad locomotive, marine engines, and heating oil applications.
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| AUTHORITY |
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Fuel Authority
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Statutory (enacted legislation); Regulatory (state regulations)
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Statutory/Regulatory Citation
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Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 646.921, 646.922, and 646.923.
Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 603-027-0410 – 603-027-0490.
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| ADOPTED FUEL SPECIFICATIONS |
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Fuels Currently Regulated |
Biodiesel-Blends_yes; B100-Biodiesel_yes; Diesel Fuel_yes
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Fuel Specifications
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B100_ASTM D6751; B1-B5_ASTM D975; B6-20_ASTM D7467.
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Other Specifications |
N/A
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If no spec - plan to adopt
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N/A
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Process to Adopt Specifications
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Administrative Rulemaking
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ASTM-Rev Adopted |
Not automatic - use adopted edition until law / regulations revised
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| TESTING PROGRAMS |
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Proactive Tests
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Biodiesel (B100); Petroleum Diesel; Biodiesel Blends
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Reactive Test Circumstance
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1. Suspect fuel based upon screening,
2. Consumer complaint.
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Fuel Test Performed
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Glycerine; Visual; Acid Number; Water & Sediment; Cloud Point; Flash Point; Oxidation Stability; Sulfur; Cold Soak Filterability; Biodiesel Content.
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Where Sampled
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Retailer; Terminal / Blender; Producer
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Where Tested
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Out-Sourced
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Penalties
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Maximum penalty; $5,000.00
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| REPORTING
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How to Report
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http://oregon.gov/ODA/MSD
or call MSD Office at 503-986-4670. |
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| PRODUCT INDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
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Dispenser Labeling
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Up to B5 may be sold as diesel except within the city limits of Portland must state B5 on dispensers. Product transfer documents must state percentage of biodiesel for 2% or more. B6-B20 may be sold as Bxx Biodiesel Blend where xx is the actual percentage or indicate the range is between 5% and 20% or use the FTC labeling. For biodiesel blends greater than B20, the actual percentage must be displayed such as Bxx Biodiesel Blend where xx is the percentage of biodiesel and a label which states; “Consult Vehicle Manufacturers Fuel Recommendation”. |
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| NOTES |
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Temporary until 10/01/13 when vacant position should be filled. |
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