The Difference Between Clear and Dyed Diesel Fuel 

Have you ever wondered what kinds of dyed diesels are there? What about the differences between clear and dyed diesel? Well, we are going to answer those questions for you. There are three types of diesel that we will define: that we will define: clear, red, and blue diesel. The coloring of the diesels help to purify the air and help the government to collect taxes on fuel. Having knowledge on the differences and regulations can save you from getting fined a penalty or even jail time. Here are the differences of the three dyed diesels:

• Clear Diesel: Any on-road vehicle can use this type of diesel to fuel their vehicle. This includes cars, SUVs, trucks, and even boats. This fuel does not have any color to it, hence the name “clear diesel” and it also has low sulfur levels. It is sold at regular gas stations at a taxable rate. This diesel is also referred as green diesel for the fact that it is eco-friendly.

• Blue-Dyed Diesel: This diesel is just like clear diesel but it is only used and sold to government on-road vehicles. It also is dyed a blue color.

• Red-Dyed Diesel: Other than this being dyed a red color, it is a non-taxed dyed diesel in the United States. Red-dyed diesel is meant to be purchased and used to fuel off-road vehicles, this includes tractors, generators, heavy farming equipment, and heavy construction equipment. Most of the time, this diesel is not readily available to the public for purchase. Another name for red-dyed diesel is off-road dyed diesel.

If you are caught using dyed diesels in an on-road vehicle or remove the dye from the diesel you can be facing anywhere from thousands of dollars of fines or jail time.

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