Fuel

The prevention of theft of diesel that has had the tax paid is a major concern. One method of securing your fuel is to dye it a different colour.

Powder dyes

FastColours are able to offer a range of solvent powder dyes that can fulfil this role. The dyes are extremely pure (98%+ dye content). Typical application levels would be 10-100 ppm. The more dye you use, the stronger the colour will be.

The powdered dye requires pre-dissolving in fuel. Make a concentrated solution by dissolving a known weight into a small quantity of fuel and then add this solution to the bulk to achieve the desired shade. The dyes can be mixed together to produce many different colours.

Liquid dyes

FastColours offers the following products from John Hogg, the specialist in fuel markers.

Dyeguard Blue 79K

Gives a very distinctive blue colour and so acts as a visual deterrent. It is suitable for all types of fuel and is approved by HMRC. However, you must still inform HMRC that you have added this product to your fuel. Typical applications levels are between 25 and 100 ppm. 1 litre is enough for between 10,000 and 40,000 litres of fuel.

Dyeguard Black K

Gives a black colour that acts as a visual deterrent. It is suitable for all types of oils and lubricants, but it is essential that you test the product before committing to large volumes. It cannot be used in the United Kingdom in fuel/diesel/heating oil as it has not been approved by HMRC. For other countries you would need to check the local regulations.

Dyeguard Marker IG and Dyeguard Developer D3

These 2 products have been specially formulated to detect fuel and oil theft. Dyeguard Marker IG is completely colourless in fuel. The addition of Dyeguard Developer D3 changes the colour of the fuel to a strong green.

Due to the physical form of the Dyeguard range, it is only for general sale in UK and Western EU countries. For other countries outside these areas, please get in touch and we will be happy to advise further.

IF YOU ARE ADDING DYES TO DERV (DIESEL FUEL) AND PETROL YOU MUST INFORM HMRC. Please ensure you read the safety data sheet that comes with the product before using.

Click here for information on how to test with Dyeguard Marker IG and Dyeguard Developer D3

Click here for Dyeguard application rates.

Samples (approx. 20 g) are available for each dye. The cost of the sample is refunded on first-time purchase of 1 kg or more of the same dye.

For technical help, friendly advice and information, Please Contact Us.

Technical help is given to the best of our general knowledge without guarantee or warranty. It is the responsibility of the user to test the suitability of the products under their processing conditions.

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  • Bestoil Blue 2N (Solvent Blue 35 CI 61554)

    Bestoil Blue 2N (Solvent Blue 35 CI 61554)

    Colour : Blue

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14BLU03500

    Weight : 1kg
    £79.00
    £94.80 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Blue AP (Solvent Blue 36 CI 61551)

    Bestoil Blue AP (Solvent Blue 36 CI 61551)

    Colour : Blue

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14BLU03600

    Weight : 1kg
    £83.00
    £99.60 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Green FYG (Solvent Green 5 CI 59075)

    Bestoil Green FYG (Solvent Green 5 CI 59075)

    Colour : Green

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14GRN00500

    Weight : 1kg
    £118.00
    £141.60 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Red 4B (Solvent Red 27 CI 26125)

    Bestoil Red 4B (Solvent Red 27 CI 26125)

    Colour : Red

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14RED02700

    Weight : 1kg
    £95.00
    £114.00 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Red BT (Solvent Red 24 CI 26105)

    Bestoil Red BT (Solvent Red 24 CI 26105)

    Colour : Red

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14RED02400

    Weight : 1kg
    £61.00
    £73.20 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Yellow 3GP (Solvent Yellow 16 CI 12700)

    Bestoil Yellow 3GP (Solvent Yellow 16 CI 12700)

    Colour : Yellow

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14YEL01600

    Weight : 1kg
    £65.00
    £78.00 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Yellow DE (Solvent Yellow 56 CI 11021)

    Bestoil Yellow DE (Solvent Yellow 56 CI 11021)

    Colour : Yellow

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14YEL05600

    Weight : 1kg
    £65.00
    £78.00 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Bestoil Yellow EY (Solvent Yellow 14 CI 12055)

    Bestoil Yellow EY (Solvent Yellow 14 CI 12055)

    Colour : Yellow

    Form : Powder

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 14YEL01400

    Weight : 1kg
    £57.00
    £68.40 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Dyeguard Black K

    Dyeguard Black K

    Colour : Black

    Form : Liquid

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 18BLK00000

    Weight : 1kg
    £80.00
    £96.00 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Dyeguard Blue 79K

    Dyeguard Blue 79K

    Colour : Blue

    Form : Liquid

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 18BLU00000

    Weight : 1kg
    £70.00
    £84.00 (inc. VAT)

    There is a £10/Kg discount on 2 or more 1 Kg packs at checkout

  • Dyeguard Developer D3

    Dyeguard Developer D3

    Colour : None

    Form : Liquid

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 18DEV10000

    Weight : 1kg
    £70.00
    £84.00 (inc. VAT)

  • Dyeguard Marker IG

    Dyeguard Marker IG

    Colour : None

    Form : Liquid

    Water Soluble : No

    Product Code : 18INV00100
    £5.00
    £6.00 (inc. VAT)