Fuel Oil HSFO / VLSFO

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Petro Stellar supplies High Sulfur Fuel Oil (HSFO) and Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) suitable for marine and industrial applications. Our fuel oils are produced in modern refineries and meet the requirements of ISO 8217:2024, ensuring quality, performance and compliance with international and environmental regulations.

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Reliable Supply

Sourced from reputable refineries with a robust global logistics network.

High Performance

High energy content and stable quality for efficient operation.

Environmental Compliance

HSFO and VLSFO options available to meet IMO 2020 and local emission regulations.

Applications

Marine propulsion (ocean-going vessels)
Marine auxiliary engines
Power generation
Industrial boilers and furnaces
Heating and process industries

Key Benefits

Consistent quality and reliable supply
High energy content for efficient performance
Suitable for a wide range of marine and industrial applications
Cost-effective and efficient fuel solution
Compliance with IMO 2020 and local environmental regulations

Typical Specifications & Test Methods — ISO 8217:2024, Edition 7

Property	Unit	HSFO (Typical Range)	VLSFO (Typical Range)	Test Method
Density at 15 °C	kg/m³	960 – 991	950 – 990	ISO 12185
Kinematic Viscosity at 50 °C	cSt	180 – 700	10 – 180	ISO 3104
Kinematic Viscosity at 100 °C	cSt	15 – 50	2 – 20	ISO 3104
Flash Point (PMCC)	°C	min. 60	min. 60	ISO 2719
Pour Point	°C	max. +30	max. +30	ISO 3016
Sulfur Content	% m/m	0.50 – 4.50 (typical)	≤ 0.50 (Global) / ≤ 0.10 (SOx-ECA)	ISO 8754 / ISO 14596
Ash Content	% m/m	max. 0.15	max. 0.10	ISO 6245
Water Content	% V/V	max. 0.5	max. 0.5	ISO 3733
Carbon Residue (10% distillation residue)	% m/m	max. 18	max. 15	ISO 10370
Aluminum + Silicon	mg/kg	max. 80	max. 60	ISO 10478
Vanadium	mg/kg	max. 350	max. 150	ISO 14597
Sodium	mg/kg	max. 100	max. 50	ISO 14596
Heating Value (Net)	MJ/kg	40.0 – 42.0	40.0 – 42.0	ISO 1716
Total Sediment (by Extraction)	% m/m	max. 0.10	max. 0.10	ISO 10307-2

⚠ HSFO: Sulfur Content > 0.50% m/m. VLSFO: Sulfur Content ≤ 0.50% m/m. Values are typical ranges for reference only; final specifications as per Seller’s Official Specification, COA and ISO 8217:2024.

Supply & Logistics

Available in bulk (Road Tanker, Rail Tanker, Barge, Pipeline) and in ISO Tanks / Drums.
Standard packing: ISO Tanks, Drums (200 L) and IBC (upon request).
Flexible delivery terms: FOB, CIF, CFR, DES, DDP as per contract.
Global supply capability with reliable logistics partners.

Standards & Compliance

ISO 8217:2024, Edition 7 — Petroleum products – Fuels (Class F – Residual fuels).
IMO MARPOL Annex VI (IMO 2020 Sulfur Cap): 0.50% m/m (Global) / 0.10% m/m (SOx-ECA).
Compliant with local environmental regulations for fuel oils.

Quality Assurance

Manufactured in accredited refineries under strict quality control systems.
Quality control at every stage of production, blending and loading.
Certificate of Analysis (COA) provided for each shipment.
Third-party inspection available upon request (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, etc.).