FTC orders standard ID for all pumps dispensing B5 or higher biodiesel blends

The Federal Trade Commission has ordered that all US pumps dispensing B5 or high blends of biodiesel have proper identification. The FTC has issued a 44-page ruling outlining its labeling requirements, and will impose fines of up to $11,000 per day for non-compliance. The regulations take affect on December 16, 2008.

Meanwhile, OPIS has developed a series of weather-resistant pump decals retailing at $0.99 each.

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