Platts to lower USGC 3%S resid metals content

After a period of industry feedback, Platts will lower the metals content for its US Gulf Coast 3% sulfur fuel oil physical assessment basis to 100 ppm maximum aluminum and silicon content beginning January 3, 2011.

Currently, USGC 3% sulfur fuel oil assessments reflect product with 130 ppm maximum aluminum and silicon content.

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