What is Biodiesel?

Biodiesel is the name of a clean burning alternative fuel, produced from domestic, renewable resources. Biodiesel contains no petroleum, but it can be blended at any level with petroleum diesel to create a biodiesel blend. It can be used in compression-ignition (diesel) engines with little or no modifications. Biodiesel is simple to use, biodegradable, nontoxic, and essentially free of sulfur and aromatics.

How is BioDiesel made?

Biodiesel is made through a chemical process called whereby the glycerin is separated from the fat or vegetable oil. The process leaves behind two products -- methyl esters (the chemical name for biodiesel) and glycerin (a valuable byproduct usually sold to be used in soaps and other products).

Is Biodiesel the same thing as Raw Vegetable Oil?

No! Fuel-grade biodiesel must be produced to strict industry specifications (ASTM D6751) in order to insure proper performance. Biodiesel is the only alternative fuel to have fully completed the health effects testing requirements of the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments. Biodiesel that meets ASTM D6751 and is legally registered with the Environmental Protection Agency is a legal motor fuel for sale and distribution. Raw vegetable oil cannot meet biodiesel fuel specifications, it is not registered with the EPA, and it is not a legal motor fuel.

For entities seeking to adopt a definition of biodiesel for purposes such as federal or state statute, state or national divisions of weights and measures, or for any other purpose, the official definition consistent with other federal and state laws and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) guidelines is as follows:

Biodiesel is defined as mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats which conform to ASTM D6751 specifications for use in diesel engines. Biodiesel refers to the pure fuel before blending with diesel fuel. Biodiesel blends are denoted as, "BXX" with "XX" representing the percentage of biodiesel contained in the blend (ie: B20 is 20% biodiesel, 80% petroleum diesel).

Why should I use Biodiesel?

Biodiesel is better for the environment because it is made from renewable resources and has lower emissions compared to petroleum diesel. It is less toxic than table salt and biodegrades as fast as sugar. Since it is made in the USA from renewable resources such as soybeans, its use decreases our dependence on foreign oil and contributes to our own economy.

Where can I buy BioDiesel?

It can be purchased directly from biodiesel producers and marketers, petroleum distributors, or at a handful of throughout the nation. Family Farmers growing fuel for America and the World.

Station / Store Name	Location	Contact #	Grade	Hours / Other
RK Travel Center 1000 South FM 1912 Amarillo, TX 79118		(806)335-2841	B20 & B5	BioWillie location
Loves Travel Center 715 S. Central Exprswy (I-75) Anna, TX 75409		(972) 924-3683	B20 & B5	Open 24/7 - Carl's Jr.| Truck and Auto pumps available (972) 924-3683
Red River Biofuels, LLC 10175 Fincher Rd Argyle, TX 76226		(940) 206-4182 (cell phone voicemail)	Call	Call for availability. Cash or Checks accepted.
Austin Biofuels, LLC 1501 E 7th Austin, TX 78702		(512) 825-1211	B20	24hrs - 'Fuelman' and credit cards only
Austin Biofuels, LLC 2027 Anchor Lane Austin, TX 78723		(512) 474-8755	B100, B99	M-F 8-5
Major Brand 1723 East Oltorf Street Austin, TX 78704		(512)326-9976	B20	M-S 7AM-1A; Sun 6:30AM to mid Visa, M/C & Discover
Austin Biofuels LLC 10012 Old Lockhart Road Austin, TX 78747		(512) 220-1443	B100	Call for availability.
Eco-wise 110 w. elizabeth st. Austin, TX 78704		(512) 326-4474	B99	7 days a week/ 10-7 pm Central Austin area 800 Gal Store
Shoppers Mart # 23 800 E. William Cannon Austin, TX 78745		(512) 441-2829	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Shoppers Mart # 24 10500 N. Lamar Austin, TX 78753		(512) 837-0079	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Shoppers Mart # 34 609 Bastrop Hwy. Austin, TX 78741		(512) 389-0166	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Signature Store 2 608 S. Lamar Austin, TX 78704		(512) 440-8853	B20	M-W 6AM-11PM Th-Sat 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Signature Store 31 6412 Hwy 290 West Austin, TX 78731		(512) 892-1601	B20	M-W 6AM-11PM Th-Sat 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Signature Store 35 6107 Parmer Ln. Austin, TX 78729		(512) 257-7653	B20	M-W 6AM-11PM Th-Sat 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Shoppers Mart # 8 525 W. Ben White Austin, TX 78704		(512) 326-4750	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Signature Store 11 1601 East St. Elmo Rd. Austin, TX 78744		(512) 441-8832	B20	M-S 5AM-12AM Sun 6AM-12AM
Signature Store 25 1405 RR 620 South Austin, TX 78734		(512) 263-5581	B20	M-S 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Signature Store 26 6500 Hwy 183 South Austin, TX 78744		(512) 243-1416	B20	M-F 5AM-12AM Sat 6AM-1AM Sun 7AM-12AM
Signature Store 36 606 West Slaughter Ln. Austin, TX 78748		(512) 280-2687	B20	M-W 6AM-11PM Th-Sat 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Signature Store 38 11000 RR 2222 Austin, TX 78726		(512) 346-7528	B20	M-S 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Signature Store 39 8701 Hwy. 290 East Austin, TX 78750		(512) 929-1960	B20	6AM-12AM / 7 days
Shoppers Mart # 14 7837 Burnet Rd. Austin, TX 78757		(512) 407-8761	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Shoppers Mart # 44 11300 N. I-35 Austin, TX 78753		(512) 339-0669	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Signature Store 1 8801-B South IH-35 Austin, TX 78744		(512) 280-5727	B20	5AM-1AM / 7 Days
Signature Store 41 1420 East Anderson Ln. Austin, TX 78753		(512) 381-1166	B20	M-S 5AM-12AM Sun 7AM-12AM
Signature Store 9 900 East Ave. Austin, TX 78701		(512) 476-4158	B20	M-F 6AM-12AM Weekends 8AM-12AM
Signature Store 17 8947 Bee Caves Rd. Austin, TX 78746		(512) 263-5900	B20	6AM-12AM /7 Days
Signature Store 33 1515 Round Rock Ave. Austin, TX 78681		(512) 255-5508	B20	M-S 6AM-12AM Sun 8AM-12AM
Diesel Green Fuels 3222 E. 5th St. Austin, TX 78702		(512) 391-0569	B100	Retail by appointment, also sell filtered WVO
Signature Store 42 2854 Hwy 71 East Cedar Creek, TX 78612		(512) 247-2633	B20	24 Hours / 7 Days

Shoppers Mart # 20 602 N. Bell Cedar Park, TX 78613		(512) 258-7697	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
Shoppers Mart # 32 12305 F.M. 620 Cedar Park, TX 78613		(512) 257-0443	B20	6AM-10PM Daily
U S A Truck Stop 17144 I 10 E Channelview, TX 77530