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Originally published by The Standardtop
April 27, 2026
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How fuel marking technology protects public health and regional energy security

Fuel marking works by introducing minute, forensic chemical markers into legitimate petroleum products at key points in fuel supply chain..
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Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) is enhancing its Fuel Integrity Solution (FIS), a technology-driven system designed to combat fuel adulteration, smuggling, and tax evasion.
- The FIS introduces invisible, forensic chemical markers into fuel to ensure authenticity, tax compliance, and public health protection.
- This system provides end-to-end traceability from import terminals to retail pumps, supported by advanced technology and mobile inspection units.
- The fuel marking technology is rigorously tested, compliant with international safety regulations like the EU's REACH, and has been used safely for up to a decade in various global markets.
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