Description
One barrel of crude oil produces 80-85% of blended fuel products such as gasoline, diesel, and fuel oil. Gasoline fuel production is 45-55% of one crude oil barrel. These fuel products are made by blending 6-12 components produced in the refinery process units and have different qualities, such as RON/MON, RVP, distillation points, olefins, aromatic, etc., to meet the final product specs. These quality specs are controlled by regulatory agencies such as the EPA, which impose restrictions on greenhouse gas emissions both for the regional climate and population centers. In addition, quality specifications are seasonally adjusted for the proper functioning of vehicles in all weather conditions.
