FTC Decarbonizer – Independent Unleaded Fuel Testing
FTC Decarbonizer is suitable for use in unleaded petrol and is designed to support cleaner, more complete combustion while helping reduce combustion-related carbon deposits.
To confirm that the treatment did not negatively affect fuel quality, ULP 98 treated with FTC Decarbonizer and Cleanpower Fuel Treatment was independently tested by Intertek against relevant Australian petrol-quality requirements.
The treated fuel remained compliant across every parameter included in the laboratory testing program, including octane rating, oxidation stability, gum content, copper corrosion, sulfur, benzene, oxygenates, lead and phosphorus.
Independent laboratory conclusion
The treated ULP 98 conformed to the applicable Australian Fuel Quality Standards requirements for Premium Unleaded Petrol without ethanol across all parameters tested.
Complete ULP 98 Fuel Test Results
Independent laboratory verification by Intertek
| ASTM / Standard | Test Parameter | Treated Fuel Result | Specification / Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM D1319 | Aromatics | 38.5 vol% | Maximum 45.0 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D1319 | Olefins | 14.1 vol% | Maximum 18.0 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D1319 | Saturates | 47.4 vol% | Reported value | PASS |
| ASTM D5580 | Benzene | 0.86 vol% | Maximum 1.00 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D130 | Copper Corrosion at 50°C for 3 hours | Class 1a | Maximum Class 1 | PASS |
| ASTM D86 | Final Boiling Point | 187.2°C | Maximum 210°C | PASS |
| ASTM D4815 | DIPE | <0.20 vol% | Maximum 1.00 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D4815 | ETBE | <0.20 vol% | Maximum 1.00 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D4815 | Ethanol | <0.20 vol% | Maximum 10.00 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D4815 | MTBE | <0.20 vol% | Maximum 1.00 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D4815 | Tert-Butanol | <0.20 vol% | Maximum 0.50 vol% | PASS |
| ASTM D4815 | Total Oxygen | <0.20 wt% | Maximum 2.70 wt% | PASS |
| ASTM D381 | Average Washed Gum Content | <0.5 mg/100 mL | Maximum 5.0 mg/100 mL | PASS |
| ASTM D525 | Induction Period at 100°C | >360 minutes | Minimum 360 minutes | PASS |
| ASTM D3237 | Lead Content | <2.5 mg/L | Maximum 5.0 mg/L | PASS |
| ASTM D2700 | Motor Octane Number | 87.4 | Minimum 85.0 | PASS |
| ASTM D3231 | Phosphorus Content | <0.20 mg/L | Maximum 1.3 mg/L | PASS |
| ASTM D2699 | Research Octane Number | 98.1 | Minimum 95.0 | PASS |
| ASTM D5453 | Sulfur Content | 12 mg/kg | Maximum 50.0 mg/kg | PASS |
Summary of Findings
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FTC Decarbonizer suitable for use in unleaded petrol?
Yes. FTC Decarbonizer is suitable for use in unleaded petrol. This independent testing was completed on treated ULP 98.
Has FTC-treated unleaded fuel been independently tested?
Yes. Intertek independently tested ULP 98 treated with FTC Decarbonizer and Cleanpower Fuel Treatment against relevant Australian petrol-quality requirements.
Did the treatment negatively affect the octane rating?
No. The treated sample recorded a Research Octane Number of 98.1 and a Motor Octane Number of 87.4, with both results above the applicable minimum limits.
Did the treatment cause excessive gum or corrosion?
No. Average washed gum content was below 0.5 mg/100 mL and the copper corrosion result was Class 1a. Both complied with the applicable limits.
What do the laboratory results confirm?
The results confirm that ULP 98 treated with FTC Decarbonizer and Cleanpower remained compliant with every Australian petrol-quality parameter included in the laboratory testing program.
Laboratory: Intertek Testing Services (Australia) Pty Ltd.
Report date: 7 May 2026. Results apply to the submitted treated ULP 98 sample and the parameters tested.
