Small-scale companies, organisations and individuals wanting to buy petrol and diesel in quantities exceeding 20 litres from petrol stations for personal use using drums or any suitable containers are required to apply for a special permit.

Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said the permit comes under the Control of Supplies Act 1961.

However, purchases under 20 litres including in emergency cases are allowed without the special permit.

He said this in a statement today to clarify reports in connection with the purchase of petrol and diesel using drums or containers without permission under the act.

Alexander said the act states that petrol stations must have a licence to sell petrol and diesel, adding that the petrol stations are not allowed to sell diesel and petrol of all grades except when it is filled into the original tank of the vehicle or which has been approved by the relevant agency; and parties authorised by his ministry among others.

Those authorised to buy petrol and diesel through the special permit can use drums or any suitable containers according to the daily quantity approved, he added.

Among those granted the special permit are forklift drivers, those involved in the agriculture and livestock sectors, food industry operators, rural residents, users of water transportation as well as part-time fisherfolk (not e-nelayan cardholders).

Alexander said the application for the special permit can be submitted through the Mysubsidi Special Permit system or at any of the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry offices.

Approval will be granted in less than seven days and the special permit is free, he added.

- Bernama

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