Fuel Marker Program

Governments and oil companies lose significant revenue every year due to the illegal diversion of low-grade or tax-free transit fuels into premium domestic fuels. This poses a serious threat to tax revenues and fuel quality, affecting both consumers and the industry.

Our fuel marking programs provide a reliable, cost-effective solution helping to regulate fuel distribution. By adding detectable chemical markers to fuel, we help identify adulterated or smuggled fuel, safeguard tax compliance and prevent fuel theft. Our fuel marker programs benefit governments, the oil industry, and consumers by ensuring fuel quality, differentiating fuel types and preventing illegal trade.

Discover the benefits of marked fuel

Deter illegal fuel trade
Combat the illegal trade of adulterated or smuggled fuels through reliable fuel marking and monitoring.
Ensure tax compliance
Help government bodies collect appropriate excise taxes on fuel and prevent revenue losses.
Protect consumer confidence
Guarantee the quality of automotive and heating fuels, ensuring safety and reliability.
Prevent vehicle damage
Ensure vehicles receive the correct quality of fuel, reducing the risk of engine damage.
Prevent illegal imports
Block illegal imports of low-tax or no-tax fuels and prevent transit fuel dumping.
Support environmental protection
Help governments and industries meet environmental standards by identifying non-compliant fuels.

SGS fuel marking, trusted globally

As the global leader in both the upstream and downstream oil and gas sectors, we provide unmatched expertise in fuel integrity programs. We pioneered the first fuel marker program in Kenya in 1998, helping the government curb illegal fuel dumping and adulteration. Since then, we have successfully implemented similar programs in other countries facing the same challenges. Our deep understanding of the industry enables us to offer customized solutions that deliver measurable results, ensuring your fuel supply chain remains secure and compliant.