BQCIS

Ensuring Fuel Quality and Compliance Across the Energy Spectrum

The quality, composition, and purity of fuels—from hydrocarbons to hydrogen—directly influence performance, safety, emissions, and commercial value. Whether for crude oil, refined fuels, LNG, or next-generation biofuels, consistent testing is critical for efficient energy management and sustainable transition.

BQCIS operates ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories equipped with advanced chromatographs, spectrometers, and distillation analyzers. Our experts test fuels to international standards (ASTM, ISO, EN, IP) covering parameters such as energy content, viscosity, sulfur, water content, density, and trace metals.

Our independent testing, certification, and reporting provide buyers, traders, and regulators with the assurance that fuels meet contractual and environmental specifications—supporting fair trade, optimal performance, and full regulatory compliance.

Our Fuel Testing Services

Crude Oil Assay

Full physical and chemical characterization (API gravity, sulfur, distillation yield) to determine refining potential and market value.

Refined Product Testing

Gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and lubricants testing for octane/cetane number, flash point, oxidation stability, and contamination.

LNG & LPG Analysis

Composition, calorific value, Wobbe index, and impurity quantification (sulfur, mercury) for natural and liquefied gases.

Biofuel Testing (Ethanol & Biodiesel)

Verification per ASTM D6751/D4806 and EN 14214 standards for purity, blend accuracy, and contamination control.

Hydrogen Fuel Analysis

Purity and contaminant testing for hydrogen under ISO 14687/SAE J2719 ensuring fuel-cell safety and performance.

Bunker Fuel Testing (ISO 8217)

Marine fuel analysis for viscosity, density, water, cat fines, and sulfur to ensure MARPOL Annex VI compliance.

Key Benefits of Our Fuel Testing Programs

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Assure Product Quality

Confirm product integrity across the supply chain and prevent disputes between producers, traders, and buyers.

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Ensure Regulatory Compliance

Demonstrate compliance with local and international environmental standards, including IMO sulfur and CO₂ thresholds.

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Protect Engines & Equipment

Detect contamination and off-spec parameters that could degrade turbines, engines, or fuel-cell systems.

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Support Fair Trade

Provide independent third-party certification and validated data for custody transfer and invoicing accuracy.

Success Story

Bunker Fuel Testing Prevents Costly Engine Damage

The Challenge:

A major shipping operator suspected contamination in a batch of VLSFO bunker fuel supplied at port. Standard ISO 8217 tests failed to detect the anomaly.

Our Solution:

BQCIS performed advanced Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and FTIR testing, identifying phenolic compounds and polymeric residues responsible for injector fouling.

The Result:

The operator avoided a $500,000 repair cost and downtime by rejecting the contaminated batch, using BQCIS’ report as contractual evidence during supplier arbitration.

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