Petroleum Additive Testing Houston | Chemical Lab

Precise Quality Verification for Performance Chemicals

AGT Labs provides professional Petroleum Additive Testing Services to verify the active component concentrations and purity of specialty chemical packages.

We also provide specialized analytical support for essential chemical intermediates, including Diethylene Glycol (DEG) and Monoethylene Glycol (MEG). Analyzing these specific chemicals with absolute precision is critical for downstream polymerization, resin manufacturing, and industrial coolant production. For fuel ethanol testing, please see our dedicated Ethanol Testing Services page.

Our Petroleum Additive Testing Services support manufacturers, blenders, and fuel marketers with accredited technical data for ASTM D5623 and D4815. Whether managing batch consistency of corrosion inhibitors, verifying the purity of metal deactivators and antioxidants, or ensuring the exact commercial specifications of foundational chemicals like DEG and MEG, we offer the precise results needed to ensure finished product stability and system performance.

Key Technical Parameters

Accredited analysis supporting our Petroleum Additive Testing Services suite for high-value chemical components.

Sulfur Speciation

ASTM D5623

Oxygenate Content

ASTM D4815

DEG Analysis

GC/FID

MEG Analysis

GC/FID

Refractive Index

ASTM D1218

Kin. Viscosity

ASTM D445

Copper Corrosion

ASTM D130

Acidity / Acid Value

ASTM D1613

Nonvolatile Matter

ASTM D1353

Chemical Intermediates & Specialty Profiles

Detailed analytical evaluations for high-value petrochemicals, ensuring purity, performance, and compliance across your supply chain.

Diethylene Glycol (DEG)

Comprehensive testing for DEG utilized in natural gas dehydration processes, unsaturated polyester resins, and heavy-duty antifreeze formulations. We verify critical parameters including trace water content via Karl Fischer titration, acidity, specific gravity, and color (Pt-Co scale). By ensuring optimal performance and minimal corrosivity, our DEG analysis helps plant operators prevent equipment degradation, optimize solvent recovery, and maintain the integrity of their continuous chemical processes.

KEY DEG TEST PARAMETERS

→ DEG Purity GC/FID
→ Water Content ASTM E203
→ Acidity (as Acetic Acid) ASTM D1613
→ Specific Gravity ASTM D891
→ Color (Pt-Co Scale) ASTM D1209

Monoethylene Glycol (MEG)

Rigorous quality assurance for MEG shipments destined for critical applications such as PET plastics, polyester fiber production, and industrial coolants. We perform detailed evaluations of absolute purity, moisture, and trace contaminants like aldehydes, iron, and chlorides. Furthermore, our specialized UV transmittance testing ensures the MEG meets the ultra-high purity requirements necessary for optical-grade plastics and fibers, preventing costly batch rejections and production downtime.

KEY MEG TEST PARAMETERS

→ MEG Purity GC/FID
→ UV Transmittance ASTM E2193
→ Water Content ASTM E203
→ Iron Content ASTM E394
→ Acidity (as Acetic Acid) ASTM D1613

Industries We Serve

Providing precision technical data for performance chemicals utilizing our Petroleum Additive Testing Services capabilities.

Additive Manufacturers

Verifying final batch purity and component concentrations for global product distribution.

Refinery & Blending

Ensuring incoming additive packages and blend stocks meet treat-rate requirements and solubility standards for optimal performance.

Specialty Chemicals

Precise refractive index, GC profiling, and density testing for high-purity industrial chemicals, including MEG and DEG.

Fuel Marketers

Acceptance testing for performance additive packages (antioxidants, CFIs) to protect fuel integrity.

Chemical Insurers

Independent analytical support for forensic source matching and complex batch contamination investigations.

Terminal Operators

Monitoring for cross-contamination during bulk additive storage and specialized transfer operations.

Laboratory Capabilities

Analytical Systems

Our Petroleum Additive Testing Services utilize high-sensitivity GC-SCD for sulfur profiling, automated digital refractometers, and Karl Fischer titration for trace water detection. Our lab is equipped with DHA systems for solvent carrier analysis and specialized GC setups dedicated to the comprehensive purity profiling of MEG and DEG.

Advanced Technical Support

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accredited Laboratory Operations
Component Purity & Solubility Verification
Inter-Laboratory Correlation Participation
Rapid Technical COA Data Delivery via Portal

Analytical lab instruments for petroleum additive testing services

Sampling, Handling & Chain of Custody

Reliable Petroleum Additive Testing Services and intermediate chemical profiling (especially for moisture-sensitive glycols like MEG and DEG) depend on clean, dry sampling to prevent moisture ingress or chemical reaction. We provide technical sampling kits and specialized amber glass containers with a completed CoC.

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Containers & Handling

Use clean amber glass to prevent UV-induced degradation of active components.
Minimize headspace to prevent oxidation of oxygen-sensitive additive chemicals.
Seal with tamper-evident closures to maintain technical sample integrity.

Transport & Logistics

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all technical chemical and additive samples.
Expedited intake for Houston refinery, blending plant, and terminal logistics.
Samples recorded and stored per technical ISO 17025 environmental requirements.

Quality & Reporting

Reports from our Petroleum Additive Testing Services provide technical certainty for production QC, commercial dispute resolution, and industrial formulation auditing for specialty chemicals like DEG and MEG.

✓ COA with method references, results, and certified signatures.
✓ Rapid turnaround for time-sensitive high-value production batches.
✓ Secure PDF data delivery via automated technical client portal.
✓ Technical consultation for complex component solubility issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is sulfur speciation (ASTM D5623) important?

Many performance additives are sulfur-based. In our Petroleum Additive Testing Services, ASTM D5623 identifies specific sulfur species to ensure the active components are present at the correct concentration and no unwanted sulfur impurities were introduced.

Do you test chemical intermediates like MEG and DEG?

Yes, we provide high-resolution purity profiling and contaminant detection for essential chemical intermediates including Diethylene Glycol (DEG) and Monoethylene Glycol (MEG) to support downstream petrochemical operations.

Can you verify the purity of metal deactivators?

Yes, through our Petroleum Additive Testing Services, we use a combination of refractive index (ASTM D1218), density, and gas chromatography to verify the chemical signature and purity levels of metal deactivators and antioxidants.

How fast can I get technical COAs?

Routine profiling via our Petroleum Additive Testing Services typically takes 48 to 72 hours. We offer expedited rush services for Houston-area blending terminals and high-throughput refinery operations.

Do you test for residual solvents in additives?

Absolutely. We utilize Detailed Hydrocarbon Analysis (DHA) as part of our Petroleum Additive Testing Services to quantify residual paraffinic or aromatic solvents used as carriers in specialty chemical formulations.

Certify Your Chemical Package with Petroleum Additive Testing Services

Need reliable accredited Petroleum Additive Testing Services for Houston operations? Contact our technical team today for a custom additive analysis quote.

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Petroleum Additive Testing Services & Specialty Chemicals