Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) is a high-performance oxygenate and octane enhancer that has become an indispensable component in modern gasoline blending operations worldwide. As a leading chemical manufacturer based in Binzhou, Shandong Province, Shandong Aolansu Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2020 and has rapidly emerged as a reliable supplier of premium Fuel Grade MTBE to the global market. Our company operates a large-scale production facility with complete hazardous chemical production and operation qualifications, enabling us to provide consistent ten-thousand-ton level bulk supply capacity for our international clients.
For gasoline producers, the selection of an oxygenate is closely related to finished-fuel quality, blending efficiency, storage conditions, and regulatory compliance. A suitable material must not only provide a strong octane contribution but also maintain consistent physical and chemical properties throughout bulk handling and gasoline blending.
Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether is commonly evaluated by refiners and fuel traders according to parameters such as octane number, purity, sulfur content, methanol content, water content, density, and copper strip corrosion. These indicators help determine whether the material can be incorporated into a specific gasoline blending program while maintaining the required finished-fuel specifications.
AOLANSU supplies MTBE for fuel-related applications from Binzhou, Shandong, China. Shandong Aolansu Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. has hazardous chemical operation qualifications and provides product testing, documentation, bulk packaging, and international logistics coordination for customers purchasing chemical materials for gasoline blending.
One of the main reasons refiners purchase Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether is its high octane contribution. The supplied product specification provides a Research Octane Number of ≥117, allowing fuel producers to use MTBE as part of an octane management strategy.
The actual increase in finished gasoline octane depends on the characteristics of the base gasoline, existing oxygenate content, blending ratio, and final product specification. For this reason, professional fuel producers normally conduct laboratory blending calculations before determining the commercial addition rate.
Consistent chemical properties are important when MTBE is introduced into large gasoline blending systems. Variations in purity, water, methanol, or other impurities can influence material handling and finished-fuel quality.
AOLANSU controls key product parameters to provide customers with a more predictable feedstock for fuel blending. Batch quality information can be supplied through product documentation and Certificate of Analysis, allowing customers to compare incoming material against their purchasing specifications.
Fuel formulation is not determined by octane number alone. Oxygen content, vapor pressure, sulfur level, density, distillation characteristics, and local environmental regulations may all influence the acceptable formulation range.
Therefore, Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether should be evaluated as one component of the complete gasoline formulation. Before commercial blending, customers should verify the finished fuel against the standards applicable to their destination market.
The supplied Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether specification requires a purity of ≥99.0%. Controlled purity helps fuel producers maintain more predictable blending behavior and reduces uncertainty when calculating the composition of the finished gasoline.
For long-term procurement, customers can establish agreed quality parameters before shipment and use batch-specific analytical data for incoming material inspection.
Sulfur is an important parameter in modern fuel production because excessive sulfur can interfere with emissions-control systems and finished-fuel specifications. The supplied specification limits sulfur content to ≤10 ppm.
Methanol content is also controlled at ≤0.1%. Controlling these parameters helps fuel producers maintain a more consistent raw-material profile when preparing gasoline blends.
Water content should be monitored during storage and transportation because contamination can affect chemical handling and the quality management of fuel-blending materials. The supplied specification limits water content to ≤0.05%.
Bulk storage systems should remain properly sealed, and loading and unloading equipment should be maintained to minimize the possibility of external contamination.
The specified density at 20°C is 740–745 kg/m³. Consistent density is useful for bulk measurement, inventory calculations, transportation management, and blending operations.
For large-volume customers, monitoring density together with purity and other quality parameters provides a more complete assessment of incoming material consistency.
Refineries can use Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether as part of gasoline formulation when additional octane contribution or oxygenate content is required. The material can be incorporated into an existing blending system after compatibility and formulation calculations have been completed.
Before full-scale production, refiners typically evaluate the base gasoline properties, required finished octane, oxygen content, and applicable fuel regulations to determine the appropriate formulation.
Fuel distributors and trading companies may purchase MTBE in bulk for resale or supply to downstream gasoline blending operations. For these buyers, procurement reliability is often as important as the chemical specification itself.
AOLANSU supports distributors with product documentation, packaging coordination, shipment planning, and international trade communication to simplify the purchasing process.
MTBE may also be involved in petrochemical and chemical processing operations beyond direct gasoline blending. Customers using the material for other processes should confirm the required purity, process compatibility, storage conditions, and regulatory requirements before purchase.
AOLANSU provides packaging options including 200L drums and tank-truck transportation according to customer requirements. The appropriate method depends on purchase volume, receiving facilities, storage capacity, transportation distance, and unloading equipment.
For high-volume procurement, bulk transportation can help reduce packaging requirements and improve logistics efficiency when suitable receiving infrastructure is available.
MTBE is a highly flammable chemical, and transportation should be arranged according to applicable dangerous-goods regulations. Packaging, labeling, vehicle or vessel selection, documentation, and emergency procedures should be managed according to the requirements of the transportation route and destination country.
AOLANSU provides relevant product and shipping documentation and coordinates with professional logistics partners to support compliant international chemical transportation.
Storage facilities should be designed for flammable chemical materials. Containers and tanks should be kept tightly closed, protected from heat and ignition sources, and equipped with appropriate ventilation and grounding measures.
Customers should always refer to the latest SDS and local regulations when establishing storage, transfer, and emergency-response procedures.
A common misunderstanding is that increasing MTBE dosage will continuously improve gasoline performance. In practice, the finished fuel must remain within the required specification. Excessive addition may alter oxygen content and other fuel properties beyond the acceptable range.
The better approach is to calculate the required amount according to the base gasoline properties and verify the finished formulation through laboratory testing before commercial production.
Different gasoline blendstocks have different octane numbers and chemical compositions. Therefore, a dosage that works for one refinery stream may not produce the same result in another formulation.
Fuel producers should establish the appropriate blending ratio through laboratory testing and process calculations rather than relying on a universal percentage.
Although octane contribution is an important reason for purchasing MTBE, professional procurement should also consider purity, sulfur, methanol, water, density, transportation requirements, documentation, and supply stability.
Evaluating the complete specification helps purchasing teams reduce the risk of receiving material that performs differently from the requirements of their gasoline blending process.
AOLANSU applies quality inspection procedures to verify important parameters before shipment. Testing focuses on purity, sulfur content, methanol content, water content, density, and other specified characteristics.
Batch-related quality information allows customers to compare delivered material against agreed purchasing specifications and supports their internal incoming inspection procedures.
A Certificate of Analysis can be provided with shipments to document the measured characteristics of the supplied material. Customers can use the COA for supplier qualification, receiving inspection, inventory records, and quality management.
For international orders, AOLANSU can provide SDS, product specifications, COA, and relevant shipping documentation according to customer and destination requirements.
A fuel distributor was looking for a stable MTBE supplier to support regular gasoline blending operations. The company had previously experienced procurement difficulties caused by inconsistent supply availability and variations in raw-material documentation.
After cooperating with AOLANSU, the customer received regular bulk deliveries supported by product specifications and batch quality documentation. The more structured procurement process helped the customer improve incoming material verification and maintain more predictable supply planning.
Through continuous communication, coordinated shipment arrangements, and stable product supply, AOLANSU established a long-term cooperation relationship with the customer.
AOLANSU manages chemical production through standardized operating procedures covering raw-material handling, production processes, storage, packaging, and quality inspection. Process control is designed to improve operational consistency while reducing unnecessary material loss and production risks.
As a hazardous chemical product, MTBE requires strict controls throughout production and handling. AOLANSU holds hazardous chemical operation qualifications and maintains corresponding safety management procedures for chemical storage, handling, and shipment preparation.
Because the material has a low closed-cup flash point of -28°C, ignition-source control and appropriate transportation procedures are particularly important. AOLANSU coordinates dangerous-goods shipment arrangements and provides relevant safety documentation to support customers and logistics providers.
The following specifications are provided for fuel blending and industrial procurement evaluation. AOLANSU maintains batch-level quality inspection to verify key physical, chemical, and fuel-related parameters before shipment. Customers can also request the corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each batch.
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Research Octane Number (RON) | ≥117 | ASTM D2699 |
| Purity | ≥99.0% | Gas Chromatography (GC) |
| Sulfur Content | ≤10 ppm | ASTM D5453 |
| Methanol Content | ≤0.1% | Gas Chromatography (GC) |
| Water Content | ≤0.05% | Karl Fischer Method |
| Density at 20°C | 740–745 kg/m³ | ASTM D4052 |
| Boiling Point | 55.2°C | ASTM D86 |
| Closed Cup Flash Point | -28°C | ASTM D56 |
| Copper Strip Corrosion | Grade 1 | ASTM D130 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid | Visual Inspection |
| Solubility in Water | Limited solubility | Standard Laboratory Method |
| Certifications | ISO 9001, REACH Compliant | Certification Documentation |
| Shelf Life | 12 Months | Storage Stability Evaluation |
| Packaging | 200L Drum / Tank Truck | Export Packaging Standard |
MTBE is mainly used as an oxygenate and octane-enhancing component in gasoline. Its high octane contribution allows refiners to adjust gasoline formulation while meeting the required fuel performance specifications.
According to the supplied specification, the Research Octane Number is ≥117. The final increase in gasoline octane depends on the properties of the base fuel and the selected blending formulation.
The appropriate blending ratio depends on the base gasoline, target octane, oxygen content, finished-fuel requirements, and applicable regulations. Laboratory blending evaluation is recommended before determining the commercial dosage.
Buyers should confirm purity, sulfur content, methanol content, water content, density, packaging, quantity, delivery schedule, documentation, and destination-country regulatory requirements. For fuel applications, the finished gasoline specification should also be confirmed in advance.
Yes. MTBE is highly flammable and requires appropriate storage, handling, and transportation procedures. Customers should follow the current SDS, dangerous-goods requirements, and local regulations when handling the product.
Yes. AOLANSU provides bulk supply solutions using 200L drums or tank-truck transportation according to order quantity and customer requirements. Large-volume procurement can be coordinated with production and logistics schedules in advance.
AOLANSU can provide COA, SDS, product specifications, and relevant export and shipping documents according to the requirements of the customer and destination market.
Shandong Aolansu Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. is a China-based chemical supplier located in Binzhou, Shandong Province. The company holds hazardous chemical operation qualifications and provides chemical products and export services for international customers.
AOLANSU understands that fuel-industry customers require reliable quantities, predictable quality, and coordinated delivery schedules. Production planning, quality inspection, packaging, and logistics coordination are integrated into the supply process to support long-term procurement.
Manager Jiao and the international trade team provide one-to-one communication for overseas customers. The team supports specification confirmation, quotation, documentation, shipment coordination, and other purchasing requirements.
If you are sourcing Fuel Grade Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether from a China supplier for gasoline blending, fuel distribution, or related chemical applications, AOLANSU can provide product specifications, quality documentation, bulk packaging, and international shipment support.
Contact AOLANSU to discuss your required quantity, product specifications, packaging method, destination, and delivery schedule. Our team can provide a suitable supply solution based on your procurement requirements.
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