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Accredited Jet Fuel Testing for Custody Transfer & Compliance
AGT Labs provides professional Jet Fuel Testing to verify the quality, purity, and specification conformance of commercial and military turbine fuels. Our Houston laboratory delivers precise analysis of Jet A and Jet A-1 against ASTM D1655, including ISO/IEC 17025 accredited methods for key physical and chemical properties, supporting terminals, cargo operations, and refineries with defensible, traceable data.
Our analytical services cover the full specification matrix — from flash point and freeze point verification to thermal oxidative stability via JFTOT and trace sulfur speciation. Whether confirming product integrity at a storage terminal, verifying a bulk cargo parcel before ship loading, or screening for contamination after a commingling event, our laboratory provides the precise analytical results needed to protect your operations and equipment.
Accredited Jet Fuel Testing Highlights
- Flash Point by Pensky-Martens (ASTM D93)
- Freeze Point Determination (ASTM D2386)
- Thermal Oxidative Stability / JFTOT (ASTM D3241)
- Electrical Conductivity — SDA Verification (ASTM D2624)
- Total Sulfur Speciation by GC (ASTM D5623)
- Kinematic Viscosity at -20°C (ASTM D445)
- Copper Strip Corrosion (ASTM D130)
- Water Separation Index (MSEP) (ASTM D3948)
Key Technical Parameters
Comprehensive analytical coverage supporting our suite for jet fuel compliance and cargo release.
Flash Point
ASTM D93Freeze Point
ASTM D2386Thermal Stability
ASTM D3241Conductivity
ASTM D2624Sulfur Speciation
ASTM D5623Kin. Viscosity
ASTM D445Copper Corrosion
ASTM D130Water Separation (MSEP)
ASTM D3948Visual Appearance
ASTM D4176API Gravity
ASTM D5002Water Content (KF)
ASTM D6304Acidity / Acid Value
ASTM D3242Industries We Serve
Delivering accredited Jet A-1 analysis and turbine fuel compliance data across the full aviation and energy supply chain.
Fuel Terminals & Pipelines
Batch certification and cross-contamination screening for Jet A inventory at storage terminals and pipeline receipt points.
Cargo & Trading Operations
Independent analytical services for cargo parcel verification, bill of lading compliance, and pre-shipment quality release.
Refineries & Blending Facilities
Accredited quality control for finished Jet A production batches and blending stream optimization against ASTM D1655.
Airport Fuel Farm Operators
Routine specification checks and particulate monitoring to maintain into-plane product integrity and fuel farm compliance.
Military & Defense (JP-8)
JP-8 analysis and MIL-DTL-83133 compliance verification supporting defense logistics and military aviation operations.
Insurance & Forensic Investigations
Precision analytical data for root-cause analysis following fuel-related incidents, contamination events, or warranty disputes.
Laboratory Capabilities
Analytical Systems
Our Jet Fuel Testing utilizes dedicated JFTOT thermal oxidative stability systems, automated Pensky-Martens flash point analyzers, and cryogenic freeze point instrumentation. Trace sulfur is profiled via gas chromatography (ASTM D5623), and Karl Fischer coulometric titration is used for precise dissolved water detection per ASTM D6304.
Advanced Technical Support
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accredited Laboratory Operations
- Same-Day Rush Turnaround for Cargo Release & Port Logistics
- JP-8 Military Grade Analysis (MIL-DTL-83133)
- Contamination & Commingling Forensic Screening
Sampling, Handling & Chain of Custody
Reliable Jet Fuel Testing depends on pristine sample collection to avoid false failures in freeze point or particulate counts. We recommend clean, dedicated containers with a completed Chain of Custody form for all Jet A and Jet A-1 submissions. Avoid unlined metal containers when corrosion tests are required.
Download Chain of Custody FormContainers & Handling
- Use certified clean glass or epoxy-lined containers; avoid unlined metal for copper corrosion or MSEP tests.
- Flush sample valves thoroughly to ensure the sample is representative of the bulk Jet A stock.
- Seal containers immediately to prevent moisture ingress that could affect Karl Fischer water results.
Transport & Logistics
- Record sampling temperature, point of origin, batch or lot number on the Chain of Custody form.
- Expedited shipping to our Houston laboratory for time-sensitive cargo lifts and port release.
- Samples stored in temperature-controlled conditions to preserve thermal stability integrity prior to JFTOT analysis.
Quality & Reporting
Reports from our laboratory testing provide clear, defensible technical documentation for cargo release decisions, regulatory audits, and product certification.
- COA with full method references, numerical results, and authorized laboratory signatory.
- Secure PDF delivery via automated client portal with audit trail.
- Measurement uncertainty data reported for critical limit parameters such as flash point and freeze point.
- Technical consultation provided for out-of-spec results including JFTOT failure or conductivity non-conformance.
Standards & Accreditation
AGT Labs is ISO/IEC 17025 accredited (PJLA Certificate No. L25-276). Jet Fuel Testing is performed strictly according to ASTM methodologies, with core parameters covered under our accredited scope.
★ ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited — verify at www.pjlabs.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Jet A and Jet A-1?
Why is the JFTOT thermal stability test critical for Jet A?
Can you test for contamination from pipeline commingling?
How fast can I receive jet fuel test results?
Do you test JP-8 military jet fuel?
Certify Your Fuel with Jet Fuel Testing
Need reliable Jet Fuel Testing for your Houston terminal or nationwide cargo operation? Contact our technical team today for a custom Jet A or Jet A-1 analysis quote.
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