Petroleum Inspection
Frequently Asked Questions
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Brake Fluid and Antifreeze
- What do I need in order to sell brake fluid and/or antifreeze products in the State of Florida?
- Must I register brake fluid and antifreeze products every year?
- What do I need to do with a completed registration form?
- When can I expect to receive a permit or registration certificate?
- Are the brake fluid and antifreeze products that are placed in customers' cars by motor vehicle repair and radiator shops subject to product quality specifications?
Gasoline and Oil Inspection Affidavit and Inspection Fee Report
- Who is required to submit a Gasoline and Oil Inspection Affidavit and Inspection Fee Report?
- What fuels are subject to the 1/8 cent per gallon Petroleum Inspection Fee?
Service Agencies Registration
- Must I re-submit a Service Agencies Registration Application annually?
- Is it possible for a Meter Mechanic to register on line?
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What do I need in order to sell brake fluid and/or antifreeze products in the State of Florida?
You must apply for a permit to sell each brand/formula combination of brake fluid and register each brand of antifreeze using the forms (DACS Forms 03211, 03212 or 03213) on this web site. Please read the instruction page carefully on each form.
Must I register brake fluid and antifreeze products every year?
Yes. A brake fluid permit must be re-applied for by July 1 of the registration year, if previously registered in this state in the immediate prior registration period. A $25 late fee shall be charged in addition to the $50 registration renewal fee if the application is submitted after July 1 of the calendar year. New brake fluid products can be registered at any time, but will expire on June 30 and will have to be renewed according to the procedures above in order for the product to continue to be sold in this state. The registration fee for new brake fluid products is $100. Anytime a change is made to a brand/formula combination, it shall be considered a new registration.
Antifreeze product registration applications must be received by July 1 of the registration year, if previously registered in this state in the immediate prior registration period. The cost to register antifreeze products is $200 for each brand. Any first-time applications can be submitted at any time.
What do I need to do with a completed registration form?
Each form has instructions specifying what needs to be done to successfully complete your application. You must ensure that the forms, products and fees are sent to the proper addresses (which are different) listed in the instructions on each form.
When can I expect to receive a permit or registration certificate?
A permit or registration certificate will be issued after all fees and paperwork have been received and processed. The product samples must also pass appropriate laboratory tests according to specifications adopted by the Department in order to receive a permit or registration certificate.
Are the brake fluid and antifreeze products that are placed in customers' cars by motor vehicle repair and radiator shops subject to product quality specifications?
Yes, all such products must meet adopted product quality standards. Some of the antifreeze products are even recycled products. Although recycled antifreeze products are not registered as brands, any such product placed into a customer's car must be of the same quality as virgin packaged antifreeze products. Brake fluid products cannot be recycled for use in consumer vehicles.
Who is required to submit a Gasoline and Oil Inspection Affidavit and Inspection Fee Report?
Before selling or offering for sale petroleum fuel in this State, all manufacturers, terminal suppliers, wholesalers, and importers must complete and submit the affidavit form (DACS Form 03202) and inspection fee report (DACS Form 03222), if applicable, available on this web site.
What fuels are subject to the 1/8 cent per gallon Petroleum Inspection Fee?
The petroleum inspection fee, pursuant to Section 525.09, F.S., is imposed on all gasoline, kerosene (except when used as aviation turbine fuel), and #1 fuel oil sold in this State. The inspection fee is collected in the same manner as the motor fuel tax pursuant to section 206.41, F.S.
Must I re-submit a service agency registration application annually?
No. However all registered meter mechanics must attend a clinic hosted by the Department on an annual basis.
Is it possible for a Meter Mechanic to register on line?
No, meter mechanics must register at one of the annual meter mechanic clinics held at specified statewide locations, usually in the spring. This is to ensure any new changes in regulations are discussed with the meter mechanics and they have the opportunity to have any questions answered by Department staff. All registered mechanics are notified of the time and location prior to the clinic dates in order to make arrangements to attend.