Accutrace™ Plus Implementation in Norway – Everything You Need to Know
ShareFrom 1st January 2026, Norway will adopt Accutrace™ Plus as the official fuel marker for off road diesel, replacing Solvent Yellow 124. This change is part of a broader European initiative to improve fuel traceability, reduce fraud, and address environmental concerns.
If you’re a fuel supplier, trader, oil company, or retailer operating in Norway, now is the time to prepare. At John Hogg, we’re here to help you navigate this transition with confidence.
Understanding the Euromarker System
The Euromarker is a chemical marker used across the EU and several non-member states to differentiate between taxed and untaxed fuels. It plays a vital role in:
- Preventing fuel misuse, theft, and adulteration
- Supporting tax enforcement
- Ensuring regulatory compliance
The marker is typically added at refineries, fuel terminals, or import points using marker dye concentrates. These concentrates are tailored to meet each country’s specific legislation, including dosage rates, colour requirements, and operational setups.
What Is Accutrace™ Plus?
Accutrace™ Plus, developed by Dow, is a next-generation fuel marker containing 76% butoxybenzene as its active ingredient. It was selected to replace Solvent Yellow 124 for two key reasons:
Improved resistance to laundering – making it harder for fraudsters to remove the marker and evade taxes.- Environmental benefits – addressing concerns about the long-term use of Solvent Yellow 124.
This transition has already happened across Europe, and Norway is the latest country to implement the change.
What Does This Mean for Norway?
From 1st January 2026, Accutrace™ Plus will be the mandatory marker for off road diesel in Norway. Until then, Solvent Yellow 124 remains permitted. We recommend the following actions for fuel suppliers and businesses in Norway to prepare for the change:
- Review and use up existing fuel stocks containing Solvent Yellow 124 before December 2025.
- Manage remaining concentrate inventories carefully, especially if stored in separate tanks.
- Assess your dosing systems to ensure compatibility with the new marker.
Introducing Dyeguard® with Accutrace™ Plus
To support this transition, John Hogg has developed a new Dyeguard® marker concentrate product containing Accutrace™ Plus . This product is:
Fully compliant with Norwegian legislation- Designed for seamless integration into existing operations
- Available for purchase now
As a leading fuel dye manufacturer, we’ve ensured our solutions meet both regulatory and operational needs across Europe.
Additional Resources
We recommend reviewing our detailed Euromarker FAQ, which addresses common questions from the EU transition period and remains highly relevant for Norwegian stakeholders.
Need Support?
At John Hogg, we’re proud to be the market expert and leader in fuel dyes and markers. If you have any questions about the upcoming changes, product compatibility, or operational planning, get in touch with our team. We’re here to ensure your transition to Accutrace™ Plus is smooth, compliant, and stress-free.
