scope:

This specification covers biodiesel (B100) Grades S15 and S500 for use as a blend component with diesel fuel oils defined by Specification D 975 Grades 1-D, 2-D, and low sulfur 1-D and 2-D.

Biodiesel may be blended with fuel oils whose sulfur, aromatic, cetane, or lubricity levels are outside Specification D 975 Grades 1-D, 2-D, and low sulfur 1-D and 2-D, provided the finished mixture meets pertinent national and local specifications and requirements for these properties.

This specification, unless otherwise provided by agreement between the purchaser and the supplier, prescribes the required properties of biodiesel fuel at the time and place of delivery.

Nothing in this specification shall preclude observance of federal, state, or local regulations which may be more restrictive.

NOTE 1-The generation and dissipation of static electricity can create problems in the handling of distillate fuel oils with which biodiesel may be blended. For more information on the subject, see Guide D 4865.

The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.