Used oil

We define used oil as any mineral oil or synthetic base that has become unsuitable for the application it was initially intended. This definition also applies to combustion engine oils, lubricants, hydraulic, insulation, heat transfer, etc.

The used oil is a liquid, toxic and hazardous waste, which is generated in very large quantities worldwide.

The mineral oil life, despite additives that prolong its duration, is limited. It progressively lose its properties and should be replaced with new oil.

Used Oil - a toxic and dangerous waste

The oil is rich in metals, sulfur and chlorine from additives which are added. For this reason, if it isn’t properly managed, a negative impact on the environment is made.

Uncontrolled burning of used oil and pouring it into the soil or water, could cause a major environmental problem.

A spill could reach groundwater levels and fields where crops grow
5 liters of burnt oil, pollutes the air one person breathes for three year
1 liter of used oil can contaminate 1 million gallons of water

Situation in Catalonia

To avoid the adverse effects of mismanagement of used oil, Catalonia opted for the collection and regeneration of 100% of the oil. Like that we avoid the negative effects on the environment, and on the other hand we preserve the natural resources by the regenerated oil which is reused.