From now on, gas stations in Ukraine must display special markings informing drivers about the proportion of biocomponents in fuel. Such markings should be visible near the pumps or on information boards, as reported by the Ministry of Economy.
The labeling system includes four codes:
E5 — gasoline with a bioethanol content of up to 5%;
E10 — gasoline with a bioethanol content of up to 10%;
B7 — diesel fuel with a biodiesel content of up to 7%;
B10 — diesel fuel with a biodiesel content of up to 10%.
Bioethanol is produced from cereals and root crops such as corn, wheat, and sugar beet. It is added to gasoline to reduce the use of fossil fuels, decrease harmful emissions, and comply with environmental standards in EU countries.
The Ministry of Economy notes that the new codes do not introduce new types of fuel but merely disclose the composition of existing ones. Most gasoline cars manufactured in the last 15–20 years can use gasoline with up to 10% bioethanol without problems. Owners of older cars are advised to check the manufacturer's recommendations.
Regarding the price, the ministry assures that the addition of bioethanol will not affect the cost of fuel. Since alcohol is produced in Ukraine, logistics costs remain low. According to the Ministry of Economy, increasing the share of domestic raw materials in fuel will also reduce dependence on imported petroleum products.
