ADA
GasolineThe core anti-detonation additive. Converts low-octane straight-run and virgin gasoline into higher commercial grades.
≈ +6 RON at 1.5% doseAbout us
Balien Petrochemicals supplies the ADA range of anti-detonation additives.
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman · Gasoline & diesel additives
Request a sampleDosed by simple in-line blending, ADA lifts the RON of straight-run, catalytic and virgin gasoline - and DT-N lifts diesel cetane - without a reformer, isomerisation unit or MTBE plant.
1993ADA range in production since
6grades for gasoline and diesel
+15.7RON, best refinery trial gain
4,000 tof gasoline upgraded per 60 t of ADA
What we do
One accountable partner from first sample to recurring supply.
We work with refiners, fuel blenders, import terminals, distributors and trading houses that need to hit tighter octane and emissions specifications without a multi-year capital project.
Balien Petrochemicals handles the commercial side end to end: qualifying your requirement, shipping samples, coordinating laboratory and field trials with the manufacturer's technical team, and building a landed-cost case against your current MTBE or import volumes. Once the numbers are proven on your fuel, we set up regular supply in drums or bulk.
Sourcing & samples
Sample shipment and documentation for lab evaluation.
LabTechnical liaison
Direct line to the manufacturer's formulation team.
R&DLogistics
185–200 L drums or bulk tank delivery, planned to your schedule.
Drums · BulkThe ADA Range
Six grades, matched to your feedstock and target spec.
Built on aromatic-amine and oxygenate chemistry, free of lead, manganese and iron. Supports production across RON-76, 92, 95 and 98 grades.
ADA - Super
GasolineHigher-performance grade for premium production — the straightforward route from RON 92 to RON 95.
92.0 → 95.6 RON at 1.5%ADA - Krata
GasolineMultifunctional: octane boost plus detergent and anti-corrosion action. Formulated to support Euro-4 compliant gasoline.
GOST hazard class 4 (lowest)ADA - N
GasolineAsh-free nano-structured grade with the strongest uplift, also acting as a combustion catalyst in the engine.
10+ RON upliftDT - N
DieselIgnition-quality booster with anti-smoke, depressor and dispersant action. Cuts CO by a factor of 1.7 at a 1% dose.
+6 cetane minimum at 1%Techno - ADA - D
DieselEVA-copolymer cold-flow depressor that turns summer-grade diesel into winter-grade and steadies low-temperature storage.
Pour point −15°C at 5%Need something specific? The manufacturer can formulate an individual grade for your base gasoline. Tell us your stream →
Performance
Proven in refinery trials.
Re-proven on your fuel.
Built on aromatic-amine and oxygenate chemistry, free of lead, manganese and iron. Supports production across RON-76, 92, 95 and 98 grades.
| Refinery / feedstock | Dose | Base RON | Gain |
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Versus MTBE
A 60 t shipment of ADA upgrades about 4,000 t of gasoline. The same 60 t of MTBE upgrades about 500–600 t — so MTBE needs over six times the tanker movements for the same volume.
Freight per tonne of finished RON-95
$0.43ADA-Krata
$3.33MTBE
Modelled on a 4,000 t RON-92 → RON-95 batch: roughly $11,200 saved on freight alone.
Cleaner exhaust
~30%less tailpipe CO
~8%fewer unburned hydrocarbons
15–20%less combustion-chamber deposit
How we start
A low-risk path from enquiry to supply.
- 01
Specify
Share your base stream, current RON/cetane and target grade. We recommend the right additive and dose.
- 02
Sample & Lab test
We ship samples with full documentation so your lab can verify the uplift on your own fuel.
- 03
Terminal Trial
Blend a representative batch at terminal or blending level, before any refinery-wide commitment.
- 04
Regular supply
With a landed-cost case proven, we agree a supply schedule in drums or bulk.
Regional hubs, built around local demand.
Markets
Oman & the GCC
Lifting RON-91 streams to Mumtaz 95; extending to the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
Nigeria & West Africa
Upgrading domestic PMS output and cutting imported blend-stock and freight.
Malaysia & SE Asia
A base for the Philippines and Indonesia.
Pakistan
Gasoline and HSD quality upgrades for refiners and OMCs.
Latin America & Caribbean
Building a regional distribution network.
Operating elsewhere? Talk to us about your market →
Technical
Frequently Asked Questions
Full technical data sheets and SDS are available on request. Your HSE and engineering teams should review them against local regulations and site conditions.
Request data sheetsHow is ADA dosed?
By the same in-line or batch blending used for other gasoline components, at the refinery or downstream at terminals. ADA is denser than gasoline, so mix thoroughly — by pump circulation between tanks, nitrogen sparging, or recirculation through tank zones.
What is the shelf life?
From date of manufacture: ADA and ADA-Super 6 months; ADA-Krata 4 months. Store at 25 ±5°C in sealed steel containers, ideally under nitrogen; shade or cool tanks in hot climates.
Is it corrosive or hard on seals?
Non-corrosive to steel in 1,000-hour GOST testing. PTFE and paronite seals are unaffected; ordinary rubber can swell, so check seal materials before adoption.
What are the hazards?
The main component, N-methylaniline, is flammable (flash point 80°C). Finished ADA grades are GOST hazard class 3; ADA-Krata is class 4. Keep away from ignition sources and use explosion-proof equipment in storage areas.
Does treated fuel keep?
Yes. Built-in antioxidants stabilise the blend, reducing gum formation and colour degradation in storage and transit.
The Manufacturer
Three decades of production.
The ADA range has been established in the market since 1993, originally developed as an alternative to tetraethyl lead in fuel applications. With a long-standing production history, a diverse chemical portfolio and international market reach, the range is supported by established manufacturing expertise and quality management standards, including ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Balien Petrochemicals manages the commercial supply and distribution of the ADA range within its designated territories, providing customers with a dedicated point of contact for product enquiries, technical coordination and supply arrangements.
Since 1993ISO 9001:2015Lead-free alternative to TEL
Trade compliance
Every counterparty and shipment is screened against applicable UK, EU, US and UN sanctions and export-control regimes before we quote. Product origin is declared accurately on all commercial and customs documentation, and payments run only through regulated banking channels.
We supply only where it is lawful to do so, and will decline or pause any transaction that cannot meet these standards.
Contact
Request a sample, or a trial
Tell us about your fuel and your target spec. A member of our team will respond within two working days.