The MEF and the MCI strengthen the quality control system for petroleum products

The government, through the ministers of Economy and Finance and of Commerce and Industry, announces the strengthening of quality control for petroleum products, in order to prevent the distribution of contaminated or non-compliant fuels that could damage engines.

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07 Nov 2026 — Lecture : 1 min.
The MEF and the MCI strengthen the quality control system for petroleum products

Un vendeur remplit le réservoir d'un bus de carburant à l’aide d’un gallon jaune (image d’archives)

The government, through the ministers of Economy and Finance and of Commerce and Industry, announces the strengthening of quality control for petroleum products, in order to prevent the distribution of contaminated or non-compliant fuels that could damage engines. The system includes verification of certificates, laboratory analyses, and strict controls on storage and distribution. New standards have been communicated to operators, the government announces in the joint statement.<\/p>

It should be noted that on September 18, 2026, the MCI inspected gas stations in the capital and collected samples. To date, the ministry has never published the results of this inspection nor specified, in the statement, the measures that will be reinforced, leaving areas of uncertainty regarding the situation.<\/p>