Few physical, chemical and fuel related properties of calophyllum inophyllum linn (honne) oil and its blends with diesel fuel for their use in diesel engine

► Honne oil is a renewable energy source and a potential feedstock for the substitution of diesel fuel. ► This study characterizes the few properties of honne oil and diesel fuel blends. ► Most of the properties of blends of honne oil and diesel fuel are within the limit set by ASTM 6571-08 standards. ► Properties were determined according to BIS 1448 standards. ► Honne oil and diesel fuel blends could be used in diesel engine for short-term application.