DEF price per gallon: 2026 price guide
Public market ranges for DEF and lubricants by package, with sources and dates. These are market ranges, not our quote. Last reviewed 2026-11-12.
Prices move with the urea and base oil markets, freight and order size. Use these ranges to sanity check quotes. For a delivered price to your site, request a quote.
DEF wholesale list prices by region
Cornerstone Energy publishes average DEF prices by region and package. Freight is not included.
| Region | Bulk (2,500 gal min) | 330 gal tote | 55 gal drum | 2.5 gal jugs (pallet) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast | $1.59 | $2.79 | $2.73 | $3.18 |
| Midwest | $1.52 | $2.58 | n/a | n/a |
| Southeast | $1.47 | $2.75 | n/a | n/a |
| Southwest | $1.64 | $2.86 | n/a | n/a |
| West | $1.78 | $3.12 | n/a | n/a |
Per gallon, "AVG MAR '26". Source: Cornerstone Energy Corp, DEF packaged products ("AVG MAR '26" table), checked 2026-11-11.
Delivered DEF price ranges
| Package or channel | Range per gallon | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk tanker delivery | $0.80 to $1.80 | Anytime Fuel Pros, Aug 2026 |
| Totes and drums, delivered | $1.50 to $2.50 | Anytime Fuel Pros, Aug 2026 |
| Mini-bulk, scheduled | Under $2.50 to $3 | NüDef, 2026 |
| 275 to 330 gal totes, delivered | $2.50 to $4.50 | NüDef, 2026 |
| 55 gal drums, delivered | $3 to $6 | NüDef, 2026 |
| Bulk (Florida) | $1.50 to $3.00 | BettyJet |
| 330 gal tote, delivered (Florida) | $1.80 to $2.50 | BettyJet |
| Tote and drum, commercial accounts (Mid-Atlantic) | $3.10 to $3.40 | OILQ / ASAP Oil, Apr 2026 |
| Pump islands | $3 to $5 | Anytime Fuel Pros, Aug 2026 |
| Retail 2.5 gal jugs | $5 to $20 | Anytime Fuel Pros; NüDef |
Delivery and handling fees can add $0.10 to $1.00 or more per gallon, more for small or rural drops (Anytime Fuel Pros). Sources: Anytime Fuel Pros, "DEF Delivery Cost: What Fleets Pay per Gallon in 2026" (Aug 27, 2026); NüDef, "Bulk DEF Guide: Totes, Drums, Pumps & Storage" (2026); BettyJet, Miami DEF delivery page; OILQ / ASAP Oil, "Lubricant Market Insights" (last updated Apr 20, 2026, Mid-Atlantic commercial accounts). All checked 2026-11-12.
Bulk lubricant price examples
| Product | Package | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional motor oil (15W-40, 10W-30) | Drum and tote, commercial | $4.80 to $5.20 / gal | OILQ / ASAP Oil, Mid-Atlantic, Apr 2026 |
| Full synthetic motor oil | Drum and tote, commercial | $8.50 to $9.20 / gal | OILQ / ASAP Oil, Apr 2026 |
| Coolant 50/50 | Bulk, commercial | $5.50 to $6.80 / gal | OILQ / ASAP Oil, Apr 2026 |
| 15W-40 CK-4 heavy duty | Bulk | $10.38 / gal list | ASAP Oil catalog |
| 15W-40 heavy duty | 275 gal tote | $3,495 (about $12.71 / gal) | buysinopec.com retail |
| Hydraulic ISO 32 / 46 / 68 | Bulk | $7.31 / $7.83 / $8.43 per gal list | ASAP Oil catalog |
| AW32 hydraulic | 275 gal tote / 55 gal drum | $3,245 (about $11.80 / gal) / $649 | buysinopec.com retail |
| EP2 lithium grease | 120 lb keg / 400 lb drum | $399 / $999 | buysinopec.com retail |
| Lithium MP-2 grease | 120 lb keg / 35 lb pail | $356 / $128.25 | oilmiami.com |
| Total Multis EP2 grease | 120 lb keg | $537 | evolubesupply.com |
Sources: OILQ / ASAP Oil, "Lubricant Market Insights" (last updated Apr 20, 2026, Mid-Atlantic commercial accounts); ASAP Oil online catalog, DYNA-PLEX product listings; buysinopec.com online store (retail, free shipping listings); oilmiami.com online store (Miami); evolubesupply.com, Total Multis EP2 listing. Prices as listed when checked on 2026-11-12; online listings change often.
How to read these numbers
- List vs delivered. Wholesale list prices exclude freight. Delivered prices include it.
- Package size. Bigger packages cost less per gallon, but only if you use the product before it ages.
- Region. Freight distance and local competition move prices.
- Frequency. Scheduled routes usually cost less than one-off deliveries.
Questions
How much does DEF cost per gallon in 2026?
Public 2026 sources put delivered bulk and tote DEF from about $0.80 to $4.50 per gallon depending on package, volume and region, against $5 to $20 per gallon for retail jugs. See the tables on this page for sources.
Why do sources disagree?
They measure different things: wholesale list prices before freight, delivered prices, different regions and different order sizes. Use them as ranges and get a delivered quote for your ZIP.
Are these your prices?
No. These are public market ranges from the sources listed. Your quote is based on your product, package, volume and ZIP.
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