๐Ÿ”„ Re-refining vs. Recycling: What Happens to Used Engine Oil After Export?

Jun 27, 2025 | Used Engine Oil | 0 comments

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When used engine oil is exported from workshops, ports, or recycling hubs, what happens next? Most bulk buyers use it for two very different purposes: re-refining or fuel recycling. But the processes, risks, and returns are very different.

At Cavin Resource, we work with buyers across Africa, Asia, and LATAM โ€” helping them secure clean, filtered used oil with lab reports and COA, suitable for both reprocessing paths. Hereโ€™s how the two options compare.

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โ™ป๏ธ What Is Re-refining of Used Engine Oil?

Re-refining is the process of removing contaminants (water, fuel, metals, carbon) from used oil to recover a usable base oil.

Common uses after re-refining:

  • โš™๏ธ Manufacturing new lubricants
  • ๐Ÿš› Blending into fresh engine or gear oils
  • ๐Ÿงช Base stock for oil manufacturers

๐Ÿงช This process requires oil with low moisture, low ash, and consistent flash point. Cavin Resource provides lab-tested batches ideal for re-refining.


๐Ÿ”ฅ What Is Waste Oil Recycling for Fuel Use?

In this case, the oil is filtered but not chemically broken down โ€” it is used directly as combustion fuel for:

  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Cement kilns
  • ๐Ÿญ Industrial boilers and furnaces
  • ๐Ÿ”‹ Energy generation (heat or electrical)

๐Ÿ’ก Buyers in Nigeria, Vietnam, and Peru often use 20,000L flexitank shipments of filtered oil for this purpose. See our bulk pricing forecast for typical regional rates.


๐Ÿงช How Cavin Resource Prepares Used Oil for Both Markets

We operate a quality control system designed for dual-purpose oil:

  • โœ… Moisture content โ‰ค 5%
  • โœ… Flash point โ‰ฅ 150ยฐC
  • โœ… TDS and COA available
  • โœ… HS Code: 2710.19 โ€“ recyclable, non-hazardous

Whether youโ€™re a fuel burner or re-refining plant, our product is export-ready, certified, and packed to match your process.


โš ๏ธ Which Option Is Better?

Use CaseFuel RecyclingRe-refining
PurposeCombustion / heatLubricant base oil recovery
RequirementsLow water, filter onlyCOA, lab tests, traceable origin
Profit MarginMedium (energy ROI)Higher (new product resale)
InvestmentLow (simple burners)High (processing plant & tech)
Popular InAfrica, Southeast Asia, LATAMIndia, Europe, industrial refiners

๐ŸŒ Why Cavin Resource Is a Trusted Supplier

  • ๐Ÿ›ข๏ธ Sealed 200L drums or flexitanks from Malaysia
  • ๐Ÿงช Each lot includes COA + SDS + batch report
  • ๐Ÿš› Export-ready packaging with traceable labeling
  • ๐ŸŒ Experience in fuel and re-refining supply chains

Whether youโ€™re buying waste oil for burning or used engine oil for re-refining, Cavin Resource ensures consistent quality and compliance.

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