EC Joint Research Centre releases new reference material for CFPP and CP

In Italy, scientists at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre have developed and produced a new certified reference material (CRM) for the cold filter plugging point (CFPP) and cloud point (CP) temperatures of biodiesel. This material helps laboratories accurately establish the lowest temperature at which biodiesel can be used, supporting the implementation of the EU policy on the use of biofuels for transport.

The JRC processed a batch of biodiesel and extensively characterized the homogeneity and stability of the material. Subsequently, an intercomparison study amongst 11 expert laboratories from nine different EU countries was organized to establish the CP and CFPP values. After a technical evaluation of the results, the certified values were assigned in line with all requirements of ISO Guide 34. The newly released ERM-EF002 will be used by laboratories to demonstrate the accuracy of their measurement results for CP and CFPP.