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Fuel Ethanol Testing
ISO 17025 Accredited ASTM Ethanol Analysis for Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
Soliton Sciences provides fuel ethanol testing and analytical laboratory services for ethanol producers requiring ASTM-compliant ethanol analysis, export readiness verification, and defensible quality control data.
As an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, we deliver traceable, audit-ready analytical results that meet domestic and international fuel ethanol specifications.
Whether you require standard specification panels or specialized export documentation, our laboratory provides precise, defensible analytical results aligned with industry regulations.
We understand that data integrity is critical to plant operations, regulatory reporting, and customer confidence. Quality controls, instrument calibration, method validation, and traceable documentation are embedded into every analysis we perform.
Custom testing packages are available to streamline your quality program, allowing ethanol producers to consolidate routine ASTM testing, export verification, and specialized analytical services into a seamless and efficient laboratory workflow.
Part #
Method Description
Water by Karl Fischer Titration
FE-KF
ASTM E1064
Visual Appearance
FE-AP
Visual
FE-PR²
Proof
ASTM D4052
FE-SG²
Specific Gravity
ASTM D4052
Methanol by GC
FE-GC
ASTM D5501
FE-GC
Ethanol Purity by GC
ASTM D5501
Copper by Atomic Absorption
FE-CU
ASTM D1688
FE-SU
Sulfur by Combustion
ASTM D5453
Existent Gum
FE-GU
ASTM D381
Solvent-Washed Gum
FE-GU
ASTM D381
FE-IC
Chloride by IC
ASTM D7319
Sulfate by IC - "Potential" (i.e. oxidized)
FE-ICb¹
ASTM D7319
pHe by Meter
FE-PH
ASTM D6423
Acidity (as Acetic Acid) by Titration (mass)
FE-AC-M
ASTM D7795
Acidity (as Acetic Acid) by Titration (volume)
FE-AC-V
ASTM D1613
FE-VP
Vapor Pressure
ASTM D5191
FE-DC³
Denaturant
Calculation
Sulfate by IC - "Existent" (i.e. as is)
FE-ICa¹
ASTM D7319
Accelerated Iron Corrosion
FE-AIC
ASTM D7577
D5798 Test Package
FE-D5798
Package
D4806 Test Package
FE-D4806¹
Package
FE-CO
Conductivity
ASTM D1125
Corrosive Properties
FE-CP
NACE 0172
FE-PHOS
Phosphorus
ASTM D3231
Undenatured Organic Impurites by GC (Speciated Impurities)
FE-UE-COMP-FID
Proprietary
Note 1: Please specify “Existent” or “Potential” Sulfate
Note 2: If FE-SG and FE-PR are both requested, only one charge is applied
Note 3: FE-DC requires the purchase of FE-GC and FE-KF
Note 4: Please call to discuss this testing prior to submitting samples. 605.838.6679
D4806 Test Package includes: D5501, D381, E1064, D7319, D1688, D7795, D6423, D5453, D4052
D5798 Test Package Includes: D5501, D381, E1064, D7319, D1688, D7795, D6423, D5453, D5191, D4052
Fuel Ethanol Testing FAQs
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Fuel ethanol testing is laboratory analysis used to verify the chemical and physical properties of ethanol produced for use as transportation fuel. Analytical laboratories measure parameters such as composition, impurities, moisture, and other quality indicators to ensure ethanol meets industry and regulatory specifications.
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Accurate laboratory testing allows ethanol producers to verify product quality, maintain consistent plant performance, and generate defensible analytical data for regulatory reporting and commercial transactions.
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Ethanol testing laboratories perform a range of analytical methods including wet chemistry analysis, chromatography, and other chemical testing techniques used to measure sample composition and verify process performance.
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An ISO 17025 accredited laboratory has demonstrated technical competence in performing laboratory testing and calibration. Accreditation verifies that the laboratory follows validated methods, maintains instrument calibration, and produces reliable and traceable analytical results.
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Testing results help ethanol producers monitor production efficiency, confirm product quality, support regulatory reporting requirements, and maintain compliance with industry standards.