FUELS

HiTEC® 4103
Cetane Improver

Raises the Cetane Number of Both Petrodiesel

and Biodiesel Fuels
 FUEL S

HiTEC® 4103 Cetane Improver

Raises the Cetane Number of Both Petrodiesel and Biodiesel Fuels

Application
Cetane Number Response
HiTEC® 4103 is a cost effective cetane improver additive used to raise the HiTEC® 4103 Response in ULSD and LSD
cetane number of both petrodiesel and biodiesel fuels. It lowers exhaust
emissions, especially NOx, from diesel engines. HiTEC® 4103 allows a 9

Average Cetane Number Increase

refinery to increase it's profitability by upgrading, for example, FCC light 8
cycle oils from cutter stock to diesel fuel valves. 7
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Key Performance Benefits 5
• Optimizes refinery profitability 4
• Increases the proportion of the crude barrel available for use in 3
the diesel pool 2
• Improves the ignition quality to give reduced noise, reduced emissions, 1
better cold startability and improved fuel economy 0
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• May be combined with additive packages to upgrade regular diesel
ULSD
to premium quality HiTEC® 4103 Treat Rate (ppmv)
LSD

Recommended Dosage
The recommended dosage for HiTEC® 4103 will depend on the cetane Cetane Improver Response Curve
number and sulfur content of the base fuel and the cetane number Base Cetane Number Impact
desired for the finished fuel. Typical treat rates are from 500 – 5000
10
ppm. Please contact your Afton Chemical representative for specific
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recommendations.
Cetane Number Increase

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Typical Characteristics
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Appearance Clear white to pale yellow liquid 5
Specific Gravity @ 20°C 0.965
4
Density, lbs/gal. 8.06
3
Viscosity @ 20°C, cSt 1.8
2
Flash Point, °C (PMCC) 65 min.
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Water, %M 0.05 max.
Total Alkyl Nitrates, %M 99.0 min. 0
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Base CN = 36
Handling Information Base CN = 44 HiTEC® 4103 Treat Rate (ppmv)
Max Handling Temp: 70°C Base CN = 52
Shelf Life: 120 months

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