KEROSENE OIL

Kerosene oil is extremely versatile. With clean-burning characteristics, kerosene oil is used in agriculture, commercial sectors and aviation, but can also be used for home heating and various applications that can only operate running on a low sulphur fuel. 

Kerosene oil can be used as a cleaning solution. Kerosene oil is one of the safest fuels to use and is considerably cheaper than gas. There’s an array of advantageous benefits that come with using kerosene oil – it’s economical to produce and a cost-effective option to heat your home. 

Like all fuel types, there are dangers involved. Kerosene burns are relatively easy to deal with and the fuel itself has a low carbon monoxide risk. However, kerosene fumes shouldn’t be inhaled and it’s recommended to use protective gear such as masks and gloves to maintain optimal safety. 

It’s estimated that around 500 million households continue to use fuels such as kerosene oil to light up their home. The accuracy required to produce kerosene is immensely important. Kerosene oil is collected during the distillation process and later sold to distributors such as ourselves. 

Historically, kerosene was solely used for lighting purposes, helping keep lamps and glass lanterns lit for long periods of time. Most recently, kerosene oil has been used for aviation fuel – this is because it’s less prone to freezing and doesn’t burn too quickly when it reaches higher temperatures. 

Roughly 1,084,200 barrels of kerosene oil are used daily around the world. In the UK alone, 1.6 million households that aren’t connected to the mains network rely on kerosene oil. Kerosene offers a long shelf life when stored in suitable conditions, which are typically dry, cool and away from direct sunlight.