Reasons for unqualified gum content in finished gasoline
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Recently, the gasoline has shown unacceptable levels of gums during storage, with a storage period of nearly two weeks. What could be the reason?
Oil contains unsaturated hydrocarbons, which are prone to oxidizing into a dark brown, viscous substance under conditions of light exposure, high temperature, and poor sealing; this substance is collectively referred to as sludge
Is it an oxidation issue? Try adding antioxidants