August 8, 2026 1:57 PM
OMCs find no evidence of 500 ppm chloride or water contamination in E20 petrol
Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have said nationwide intensive testing of E20 petrol found no evidence to substantiate recent claims of excessive chloride or moisture contamination in the fuel, and that samples tested across the supply chain remained within prescribed quality limits. The testing was undertaken following recent media reports alleging the presence of moisture and chloride in ethanol-blended motor spirit (EBMS), or E20 petrol. OMCs said the additional surveillance covered the entir...