VISWA LAB Tel: USA (713) 842-1985

12140 Almeda Road, Fax: USA (713) 842-1981

Email: customerhelp@viswalab.com
Houston, Texas 77045, USA Web: http://www.viswalab.com

TECHNICAL UPDATE: 2016/10/11

CONTINUED SUPPLY OF LOW FLASHPOINT DISTILLATE FUELS IN THE NEW

YORK AREA
Please recall our earlier Technical Update on this topic (TechUpd 2016/10/10 –
Increase number of low flashpoint fuels in the New York area). We have now received
5 more samples where the flash point is mandatory 60 degC. Interestingly, the same 4
suppliers who supplied the off‐spec fuel last time have also supplied off‐spec fuel this
time.

Considering the various problems associated with low flashpoint, including

classification requirements, you may consider insisting that the supplier produce the
flashpoint test certificate prior to the supply. Also, you may consider insisting that the
samples be drawn only at the ship manifold and these seal numbers be entered in the
Bunker Delivery Note (BDN).
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Best regards,
Dr.Vis

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