Armizan: Preliminary tests on 43 RON95 samples find no significant water contamination

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — In a preliminary laboratory test examining 43 petrol samples, the Dewan Rakyat was informed that no significant water contamination was detected, according to Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. The minister emphasized that testing for water content took priority, as a comprehensive analysis of all liquid properties and foreign contaminants required more time.

Armizan stated, “All 43 samples analyzed recorded a water content of less than 0.05 per cent, well below the minimum threshold for reporting.” These findings were based on the preliminary report received from the Department of Chemistry on October 29, 2026. The tests came after viral claims that certain petrol stations in Selangor and northern states were selling contaminated RON95, potentially damaging vehicles.

The allegations first emerged online last month and were subsequently reported by the media. Armizan mentioned that the remaining samples are still undergoing rigorous laboratory testing, with a full report expected once the Department of Chemistry completes its analysis. The first formal complaint was received by his ministry (KPDN) on October 3, leading to targeted inspections in Selangor and Perak.

Perak received 25 complaints from various petrol stations throughout October. By October 31, inspections had been conducted at eight petrol station brands across eight states and three oil company depots, collecting a total of 262 RON95 samples, comprising 259 from petrol stations and three from oil company depots.