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FAQ: Motor Fuel Quality Control

What happens if a fuel sample does not meet specifications in one of the lab tests?

The lab targets for a 24-hour turnaround. If a sample fails a test, a field inspector is immediately dispatched to issue a "stop sale" order for the fuel that does not meet specifications. The "stop sale" will be removed when the problem is corrected. Inspectors work with the distributor to discover the source and correct the problem.



 
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Motor Fuel Quality Control FAQ
  1 - What do the inspectors look for?
  2 - What happens if the inspector detects a problem at my service station?
  3 - What happens if a fuel sample does not meet specifications in one of the lab tests?
  4 - How can the "stop sale" order be lifted?
  5 - Can I sell the product on which a "stop sale" has been issued?