Reduces Greenhouse Gases:
Lowers CO2 emissions due to more complete combustion.
bio diesel
A Clean, Green Fuel
Biodiesel – A Cleaner, Greener Alternative Fuel
Biodiesel is a renewable, eco-friendly alternative to conventional fossil diesel, derived from natural sources like plant oils (Jatropha Curcas, Sunflower, Rapeseed, Palm, Karanj) and animal fats, as well as used vegetable oils. It meets most of the chemical and physical standards of petrodiesel while offering significant environmental benefits.
Being plant-based, biodiesel is non-toxic, biodegradable, non-polluting, and does not emit harmful sulfur dioxide or carbon monoxide when burned.
Eco Advantages
Environmental Benefits
Using biodiesel in conventional diesel engines substantially reduces emissions of:
01. Unburned hydrocarbons
02. monoxide (CO)
03. Sulfates and sulfur compounds (less than 24 ppm sulfur)
04. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)
05. Particulate matter (PM)
The highest emissions reductions are achieved with pure biodiesel (B100). Biodiesel also works efficiently with advanced emission control technologies like diesel oxidation catalysts.
Core Benefits
Key Features & Advantages
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Compatible with Diesel Engines:
Can be used in existing diesel engines without modification.
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Engine-Friendly:
Endorsed by major automobile manufacturers like Mercedes, Daimler Chrysler, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Tata Motors.
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Safe & Sustainable:
No sulfur dioxide emissions, making it ideal for polluted urban areas.
Here’s the Physical Characteristics of Biodiesel in a clean, tabular format:
| Property | Value Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 0.87 to 0.89 | Density relative to water |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C | 3.7 to 5.8 mm²/s | Measures flow resistance at 40°C |
| Cetane Number | 46 to 70 | Indicates ignition quality |
| Higher Heating Value | 16,928 to 17,996 BTU/lb | Total energy content before combustion |
| Sulfur Content | 0.0% to 0.0024% | Virtually sulfur-free, reducing harmful emissions |
| Cloud Point | -11°C to 16°C | Temperature where wax crystals start forming |
| Pour Point | -15°C to 13°C | Lowest temperature at which the fuel can flow |
| Iodine Number | 60 to 135 | Indicates the degree of unsaturation |
| Lower Heating Value | 15,700 to 16,735 BTU/lb | Net usable energy after combustion |
Why Biodiesel?
Why Choose Biodiesel?
By switching to biodiesel, you’re not just fueling engines—you’re driving the change towards a healthier planet. Reduce dependence on fossil fuels, support local agriculture, and promote sustainability without compromising performance.
Power your future with Biodiesel—clean energy for a cleaner world.
Production Process
Biodiesel is primarily produced through transesterification, where natural oils or fats react with methanol and a catalyst (potassium hydroxide). This process converts triglycerides into fatty acid methyl esters (biodiesel)and glycerol, a valuable by-product used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Feedstock & Sustainability
Biodiesel can be produced from a wide range of sustainable feedstocks:
- New, used, or non-edible vegetable oils
- Animal fats
- Recycled cooking oils