What is AdBlue® made of?
“The technical name for AdBlue® is AUS32. It is 1/3 aqueous urea solution and 2/3 deionized water.”
Certas Energy
Certas Energy is the leading independent distributor of fuels and lubricants in the UK.
Questions & answers
What is AdBlue® used for?
“AdBlue® is used to make sure diesel fuelled cars and heavy vehicles are compliant with environmental standards. Adding AdBlue® to your SCR system helps maintain legal emission limits.”
What are the benefits of using AdBlue®?
“With the haulage industry under increasing pressure to lower their carbon output, AdBlue® is a simple and effective solution. By easily adding AdBlue® to the AdBlue® tank in your vehicle, nitrogen oxide becomes a harmless vapour of nitrogen and water.”
How long does AdBlue® last?
“AdBlue® lasts for quite a while, but its lifespan depends on usage. AdBlue® has a fairly low consumption rate compared to diesel.”
Is AdBlue® corrosive?
“Whilst AdBlue® is non-hazardous, non-flammable and completely safe to store, it is corrosive. It can dissolve certain materials that are not AdBlue® proof and should only be used with AdBlue® compliant systems.”
What are the different types of AdBlue®?
“Whilst there may be other products with the same chemical make-up as AdBlue®, AdBlue® is a stand-alone product. AdBlue® is also known as AUS32, a diesel fuel additive.”
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