A Cost-Effective High-Energy Industrial Fuel
Mazut is a thick, dark, and highly viscous heavy fuel oil (HFO) derived as a residual product during the crude oil refining process. It is commonly used as an industrial fuel, especially for powering large boilers, furnaces, and thermal power plants. With a high British Thermal Unit (BTU) output, Mazut offers a reliable and energy-dense solution for commercial heating and power generation applications.
Key Applications of Mazut
Power Generation: Used in thermal power plants to produce
steam for electricity.
Industrial Boilers: An ideal
fuel for large-scale boilers requiring high heat
intensity.
Diesel Production: In the United States
and parts of Europe, Mazut is processed further to produce
diesel fuel.
Residential Heating: In Russia and many
Eastern European and Central Asian countries, Mazut is
used to heat homes and buildings due to its availability
and cost-effectiveness.
Types of Mazut
Mazut is generally classified into four main categories based on viscosity and sulfur content:
Type
Viscosity Grade
Mazut M100
M100
(standard)
Mazut 180
180 CST
Mazut 280
280
CST
Mazut 380
380 CST
M100 GOST is a
widely recognized standard, manufactured according to GOST
(State Standard of the Russian Federation) specifications.
This ensures consistent quality in terms of density,
sulfur content, and combustion properties.
Sulfur Classification of Mazut M100
The primary
grading factor for Mazut M100 is its sulfur content, which
directly affects its environmental footprint, energy
output, and regional market acceptability.
Grade
Sulfur Content
Very Low Sulfur
≤
0.5%
Low Sulfur
0.5% – 1.0%
Normal
Sulfur
1.0% – 2.0%
High Sulfur
2.0% –
3.5%
Very Low Sulfur Mazut is typically
produced from light, sweet crude oils and is in high
demand in regions with strict emission standards.
Production Regions
Mazut M100 is almost exclusively produced in:
Russian Federation
Iran
Kazakhstan
Azerbaijan
Turkmenistan
These
countries possess the necessary refining infrastructure
and crude oil characteristics suitable for efficient Mazut
production.
