Platts to include Nalco lubricity improver EC5727A in Singapore gasoil

Following a review of recognized additives included in the FOB Singapore gasoil assessment process, Platts, part of S&P Global Energy, will add diesel lubricity improver EC5727A by Nalco, with effect from Aug. 20, 2026.

Platts first proposed the inclusion of the gasoil additive in a subscriber note published March 15, 2025, https://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/pricing-benchmarks/our-methodology/subscriber-notes/031325-platts-proposes-including-nalco-lubricity-improver-ec5727a-in-singapore-gasoil

Platts understands the additive has broad market acceptance and/or has been consumed in the region and is reflected in the key regional national chemical inventory.

For the full list of previously identified additives, please see: asia-refined-oil-products-methodology.pdf.

The list of Platts gasoil recognized additives is intended to provide clarity to market participants regarding which additives are generally considered merchantable and accepted for cargoes delivered through the Platts Market on Close assessment process in Singapore.

Platts does not align its FOB Singapore additives acceptance to any particular importing country.

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