Permitted Oxygenates

In Simple Terms

F1 fuel can only contain specific types of alcohol-based additives (called oxygenates) to boost performance. These additives must be simple alcohol compounds that boil below 210°C to ensure they burn properly in the engine and meet environmental standards.

• Only paraffinic monoalcohols and paraffinic monoethers are allowed as fuel oxygenates
• All permitted oxygenates must have a final boiling point below 210°C
• These restrictions ensure fuel consistency, engine performance, and environmental compliance
• Any other oxygenate compounds are strictly prohibited