Kuala lumpur: Companies, organisations and individuals intending to purchase petrol or diesel at fuel stations for use outside vehicle tanks are required to obtain a Special Permit from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) under the Supply Control Act 1961. KPDN Enforcement director-general Datuk Azman Adam announced that the permit is necessary to regulate purchases of 20 litres and above, ensuring the prevention of misuse of controlled and subsidised fuel.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, permit holders are allowed to store the fuel in drums, plastic containers, or other suitable and safe containers, subject to the approved quantity, fuel station location, duration, and frequency of purchase. Applications for the permit can be made online via the Supply Permit System at spb.kpdn.gov.my, and it is offered free of charge to eligible applicants.

Azman outlined that 10 categories qualify for the permit, including forklift operations, water transport, residents in rural and island areas, food industry operators, water-based recreation, agriculture and livestock, emergency assistance, maintenance, tourism, and small-scale construction. He emphasized that no parties other than Special Permit holders are allowed to purchase petrol or diesel in containers at fuel stations, except in emergency cases where the permitted quantity is below 20 litres.

He further mentioned that KPDN had taken note of viral reports in mainstream and social media regarding the recent practice of filling petrol into containers. Under the Act, fuel stations are only permitted to sell diesel and all grades of petrol into vehicle tanks unless otherwise approved by relevant authorities or for individuals holding a Special Permit issued by KPDN.