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  "url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2008-692/annex-IX/division-B",
  "json_url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2008-692/annex-IX/division-B.json",
  "legislation": "eur/2008/692",
  "legislation_title": "Commission Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 of 18 July 2008 implementing and amending Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 of the European Parliament and of the Council on type-approval of motor vehicles with respect to emissions from light passenger and commercial vehicles (Euro 5 and Euro 6) and on access to vehicle repair and maintenance information (Text with EEA relevance)",
  "legislation_url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2008-692",
  "path": "annex/IX/division/B",
  "kind": "division",
  "number": "B",
  "heading": "REFERENCE FUELS FOR TESTING EMISSIONS AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES — TYPE 6 TEST",
  "text": "Type: Petrol (E5)\nThe values quoted in the specifications are ‘true values’. In establishment of their limit values the terms of ISO 4259 Petroleum — products Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test have been applied and in fixing a minimum value, a minimum difference of 2R above zero has been taken into account; in fixing a maximum and minimum value, the minimum difference is 4R (R = reproducibility). Notwithstanding this measure, which is necessary for technical reasons, the manufacturer of fuels shall nevertheless aim at a zero value where the stipulated maximum value is 2R and at the mean value in the case of quotations of maximum and minimum limits. Should it be necessary to clarify whether a fuel meets the requirements of the specifications, the terms of ISO 4259 shall be applied.\nThe fuel may contain oxidation inhibitors and metal deactivators normally used to stabilise refinery gasoline streams, but detergent/dispersive additives and solvent oils shall not be added.\nEthanol to meet specification of EN 15376 is the only oxygenate that shall be intentionally added to this reference fuel.\nThe actual sulphur content of the fuel used for the Type 6 test shall be reported.\nThere shall be no intentional addition of compounds containing phosphorus, iron, manganese, or lead to this reference fuel.\nParameter\nUnit\nLimits\nTest method\nMinimum\nMaximum\nResearch octane number, RON\n95,0\n—\nEN 25164\nprEN ISO 5164\nMotor octane number, MON\n85,0\n—\nEN 25163\nprEN ISO 5163\nDensity at 15 °C\nkg/m3\n743\n756\nISO 3675\nEN ISO 12185\nVapour pressure\nkPa\n56,0\n95,0\nEN ISO 13016-1 (DVPE)\nWater content\n% v/v\n0,015\nASTM E 1064\nDistillation:\n—\nevaporated at 70 °C\n% v/v\n24,0\n44,0\nEN-ISO 3405\n—\nevaporated at 100 °C\n% v/v\n50,0\n60,0\nEN-ISO 3405\n—\nevaporated at 150 °C\n% v/v\n82,0\n90,0\nEN-ISO 3405\n—\nfinal boiling point\n°C\n190\n210\nEN-ISO 3405\nResidue\n% v/v\n—\n2,0\nEN-ISO 3405\nHydrocarbon analysis:\n—\nolefins\n% v/v\n3,0\n13,0\nASTM D 1319\n—\naromatics\n% v/v\n29,0\n35,0\nASTM D 1319\n—\nbenzene\n% v/v\n—\n1,0\nEN 12177\n—\nsaturates\n% v/v\nReport\nASTM D 1319\nCarbon/hydrogen ratio\nReport\nCarbon/oxygen ratio\nReport\nInduction period\nminutes\n480\n—\nEN-ISO 7536\nOxygen content\n% m/m\nReport\nEN 1601\nExistent gum\nmg/ml\n—\n0,04\nEN-ISO 6246\nSulphur content\nmg/kg\n—\n10\nEN ISO 20846\nEN ISO 20884\nCopper corrosion\n—\nClass 1\nEN-ISO 2160\nLead content\nmg/l\n—\n5\nEN 237\nPhosphorus content\nmg/l\n—\n1,3\nASTM D 3231\nEthanol\n% v/v\n4,7\n5,3\nEN 1601\nEN 13132\nType: Petrol (E10):\nThe values quoted in the specifications are ‘ true values ’ . In establishment of their limit values the terms of ISO 4259 Petroleum products - Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test have been applied and in fixing a minimum value, a minimum difference of 2R above zero has been taken into account; in fixing a maximum and minimum value, the minimum difference is 4R (R = reproducibility). Notwithstanding this measure, which is necessary for technical reasons, the manufacturer of fuels shall nevertheless aim at a zero value where the stipulated maximum value is 2R and at the mean value in the case of quotations of maximum and minimum limits. Should it be necessary to clarify whether a fuel meets the requirements of the specifications, the terms of ISO 4259 shall be applied.\nA correction factor of 0,2 for MON and RON shall be subtracted for the calculation of the final result in accordance with EN 228:2008.\nThe fuel may contain oxidation inhibitors and metal deactivators normally used to stabilise refinery gasoline streams, but detergent/dispersive additives and solvent oils shall not be added.\nEthanol is the only oxygenate that shall be intentionally added to the reference fuel. The ethanol used shall conform to EN 15376.\nThe actual sulphur content of the fuel used for the Type 6 test shall be reported.\nThere shall be no intentional addition of compounds containing phosphorus, iron, manganese, or lead to this reference fuel.\n( 2 ) Equivalent EN/ISO methods will be adopted when issued for properties listed above.\nParameter\nUnit\nLimits\nTest method\nMinimum\nMaximum\nResearch octane number, RON\n95,0\n98,0\nEN ISO 5164\nMotor octane number, MON\n85,0\n89,0\nEN ISO 5163\nDensity at 15 °C\nkg/m 3\n743,0\n756,0\nEN ISO 12185\nVapour pressure (DVPE)\nkPa\n56,0\n95,0\nEN 13016-1\nWater content\nmax 0,05 % v/v\nAppearance at – 7 °C: clear and bright\nEN 12937\nDistillation:\n—\nevaporated at 70 °C\n% v/v\n34,0\n46,0\nEN ISO 3405\n—\nevaporated at 100 °C\n% v/v\n54,0\n62,0\nEN ISO 3405\n—\nevaporated at 150 °C\n% v/v\n86,0\n94,0\nEN ISO 3405\n—\nfinal boiling point\n°C\n170\n195\nEN ISO 3405\nResidue\n% v/v\n—\n2,0\nEN ISO 3405\nHydrocarbon analysis:\n—\nolefins\n% v/v\n6,0\n13,0\nEN 22854\n—\naromatics\n% v/v\n25,0\n32,0\nEN 22854\n—\nbenzene\n% v/v\n—\n1,0\nEN 22854\nEN 238\n—\nsaturates\n% v/v\nreport\nEN 22854\nCarbon/hydrogen ratio\nreport\nCarbon/oxygen ratio\nreport\nInduction Period\nminutes\n480\n—\nEN ISO 7536\nOxygen content\n% m/m\n3,3\n3,7\nEN 22854\nSolvent washed gum\n(Existent gum content)\nmg/100 ml\n—\n4\nEN ISO 6246\nSulphur content\nmg/kg\n—\n10\nEN ISO 20846\nEN ISO 20884\nCopper corrosion 3 hrs, 50 °C\n—\nclass 1\nEN ISO 2160\nLead content\nmg/l\n—\n5\nEN 237\nPhosphorus content\nmg/l\n—\n1,3\nASTM D 3231\nEthanol\n% v/v\n9,0\n10,0\nEN 22854\nType: Ethanol (E75)\nThe values referred to in the specifications are ‘ true values ’ . When establishing the value limits, the terms of ISO 4259 Petroleum products — Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test were applied. When fixing a minimum value, a minimum difference of 2R above zero was taken into account. When fixing a maximum and minimum value, the minimum difference used was 4R (R = reproducibility). Notwithstanding this procedure, which is necessary for technical reasons, fuel manufacturers shall aim for a zero value where the stipulated maximum value is 2R and for the mean value for quotations of maximum and minimum limits. Where it is necessary to clarify whether fuel meets the requirements of the specifications, the ISO 4259 terms shall be applied.\nIn cases of dispute, the procedures for resolving the dispute and interpretation of the results based on test method precision, described in EN ISO 4259 shall be used.\nIn cases of national dispute concerning sulphur content, either EN ISO 20846 or EN ISO 20884 shall be called up similar to the reference in the national annex of EN 228.\nThe actual sulphur content of the fuel used for the Type 6 test shall be reported.\nThe unleaded petrol content may be determined as 100 minus the sum of the percentage content of water and alcohols.\nThere shall be no intentional addition of compounds containing phosphorus, iron, manganese, or lead to this reference fuel.\nEthanol to meet specification of EN 15376 is the only oxygenate that shall be intentionally added to this reference fuel.\nParameter\nUnit\nLimits\nTest method\nMinimum\nMaximum\nResearch octane number, RON\n95\n—\nEN ISO 5164\nMotor octane number, MON\n85\n—\nEN ISO 5163\nDensity at 15 °C\nkg/m 3\nreport\nEN ISO 12185\nVapour pressure\nkPa\n50\n60\nEN ISO 13016-1 (DVPE)\nSulphur content\nmg/kg\n—\n10\nEN ISO 20846\nEN ISO 20884\nOxidation stability\nminutes\n360\n—\nEN ISO 7536\nExistent gum content (solvent washed)\nmg/100ml\n—\n4\nEN ISO 6246\nAppearance shall be determined at ambient temperature or 15 °C whichever is higher\nClear and bright, visibly free of suspended or precipitated contaminants\nVisual inspection\nEthanol and higher alcohols\n% (V/V)\n70\n80\nEN 1601\nEN 13132\nEN 14517\nHigher alcohols (C 3 – C 8 )\n% (V/V)\n—\n2\nMethanol\n—\n0,5\nPetrol\n% (V/V)\nBalance\nEN 228\nPhosphorus\nmg/l\n0,3\nEN 15487\nASTM D 3231\nWater content\n% (V/V)\n—\n0,3\nASTM E 1064\nEN 15489\nInorganic chloride content\nmg/l\n—\n1\nISO 6227 — EN 15492\npHe\n6,5\n9\nASTM D 6423\nEN 15490\nCopper strip corrosion (3h at 50 °C)\nRating\nClass 1\nEN ISO 2160\nAcidity (as acetic acid CH 3 COOH)\n% (m/m)\n0,005\nASTM D1613\nEN 15491\nmg/l\n40\nCarbon/hydrogen ration\nreport\nCarbon/oxygen ration\nreport",
  "extent": "E+W+S+N.I.",
  "status": null,
  "version": "current",
  "annotations": [
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F1",
      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) No 136/2014 of 11 February 2014 amending Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, Commission Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 as regards emissions from light passenger and commercial vehicles (Euro 5 and Euro 6) and Commission Regulation (EU) No 582/2011 as regards emissions from heavy duty vehicles (Euro VI) (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F2",
      "text": "Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) No 566/2011 of 8 June 2011 amending Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 as regards access to vehicle repair and maintenance information (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f1",
      "text": "The values quoted in the specifications are ‘true values’. In establishment of their limit values the terms of ISO 4259 Petroleum — products Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test have been applied and in fixing a minimum value, a minimum difference of 2R above zero has been taken into account; in fixing a maximum and minimum value, the minimum difference is 4R (R = reproducibility). Notwithstanding this measure, which is necessary for technical reasons, the manufacturer of fuels shall nevertheless aim at a zero value where the stipulated maximum value is 2R and at the mean value in the case of quotations of maximum and minimum limits. Should it be necessary to clarify whether a fuel meets the requirements of the specifications, the terms of ISO 4259 shall be applied."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f2",
      "text": "The fuel may contain oxidation inhibitors and metal deactivators normally used to stabilise refinery gasoline streams, but detergent/dispersive additives and solvent oils shall not be added."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f3",
      "text": "Ethanol to meet specification of EN 15376 is the only oxygenate that shall be intentionally added to this reference fuel."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f4",
      "text": "The actual sulphur content of the fuel used for the Type 6 test shall be reported."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f5",
      "text": "There shall be no intentional addition of compounds containing phosphorus, iron, manganese, or lead to this reference fuel."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f6",
      "text": "The values quoted in the specifications are ‘ true values ’ . In establishment of their limit values the terms of ISO 4259 Petroleum products - Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test have been applied and in fixing a minimum value, a minimum difference of 2R above zero has been taken into account; in fixing a maximum and minimum value, the minimum difference is 4R (R = reproducibility). Notwithstanding this measure, which is necessary for technical reasons, the manufacturer of fuels shall nevertheless aim at a zero value where the stipulated maximum value is 2R and at the mean value in the case of quotations of maximum and minimum limits. Should it be necessary to clarify whether a fuel meets the requirements of the specifications, the terms of ISO 4259 shall be applied."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f7",
      "text": "A correction factor of 0,2 for MON and RON shall be subtracted for the calculation of the final result in accordance with EN 228:2008."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f8",
      "text": "The fuel may contain oxidation inhibitors and metal deactivators normally used to stabilise refinery gasoline streams, but detergent/dispersive additives and solvent oils shall not be added."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f9",
      "text": "Ethanol is the only oxygenate that shall be intentionally added to the reference fuel. The ethanol used shall conform to EN 15376."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f10",
      "text": "The actual sulphur content of the fuel used for the Type 6 test shall be reported."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f11",
      "text": "There shall be no intentional addition of compounds containing phosphorus, iron, manganese, or lead to this reference fuel."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f12",
      "text": "The values referred to in the specifications are ‘ true values ’ . When establishing the value limits, the terms of ISO 4259 Petroleum products — Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test were applied. When fixing a minimum value, a minimum difference of 2R above zero was taken into account. When fixing a maximum and minimum value, the minimum difference used was 4R (R = reproducibility). Notwithstanding this procedure, which is necessary for technical reasons, fuel manufacturers shall aim for a zero value where the stipulated maximum value is 2R and for the mean value for quotations of maximum and minimum limits. Where it is necessary to clarify whether fuel meets the requirements of the specifications, the ISO 4259 terms shall be applied."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f13",
      "text": "In cases of dispute, the procedures for resolving the dispute and interpretation of the results based on test method precision, described in EN ISO 4259 shall be used."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f14",
      "text": "In cases of national dispute concerning sulphur content, either EN ISO 20846 or EN ISO 20884 shall be called up similar to the reference in the national annex of EN 228."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f15",
      "text": "The actual sulphur content of the fuel used for the Type 6 test shall be reported."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f16",
      "text": "Ethanol to meet specification of EN 15376 is the only oxygenate that shall be intentionally added to this reference fuel."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f17",
      "text": "The unleaded petrol content may be determined as 100 minus the sum of the percentage content of water and alcohols."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f18",
      "text": "There shall be no intentional addition of compounds containing phosphorus, iron, manganese, or lead to this reference fuel."
    }
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  "attribution": "Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: legislation.gov.uk, The National Archives."
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