Monthly quantity
10,000 – 3,000,000 BBL
CIF · gross
$86.00 /BBL
FOB · gross
$84.00 /BBL
Inspection
SGS / CIQ

Prices are gross, indicative and quoted in USD. Firm pricing, discounts and commissions are confirmed in the FCO for each transaction.

What is Export Blend Crude?

Export Blend Crude is a blended crude-oil stream prepared to a consistent export specification, giving refiners a predictable barrel from cargo to cargo. Typical export blends run medium gravity and sour — around 31–33° API with 1.2–1.4% sulphur — which suits refineries configured with desulphurization capacity. The full assay for the offered stream is provided at the FCO stage so your refinery planning team can evaluate yields before contract.

Typical assay parameters

ParameterTypical value
API gravity≈ 31 – 33°
Sulphur content≈ 1.2 – 1.4 % mass
Density at 15 °C≈ 860 – 875 kg/m³
Water content≤ 0.5 % vol
Salt contentWithin export pipeline spec

Values are indicative of a medium sour export blend; the contractual assay is attached to the FCO and verified by SGS/CIQ at loading.

Supply & delivery terms

Logistics & documentation

Tankers from Handysize to VLCC are nominated per parcel size and discharge draft, with laycans fixed in the SPA and lightering arranged where port limits require.

Every cargo travels with a complete document set presented through the banks:

How a transaction works

Crude follows our standard documented sequence — ICPO → SCO → FCO (with assay) → SPA → POP against payment instrument → loading under SGS/CIQ → delivery CIF or FOB. The mechanics of each step are explained in the trading procedure guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is Export Blend Crude?

A blended crude-oil stream prepared to a consistent export specification — typically a medium-gravity, sour barrel around 31–33° API with roughly 1.2–1.4% sulphur — suitable for refineries configured for medium sour crude.

What quantities are available?

From 10,000 BBL trial parcels to 3,000,000 BBL per month on term contracts, loaded on tankers from Handysize up to VLCC depending on the discharge port.

What is the crude price per barrel?

Gross indicative pricing is USD 86 per barrel CIF and USD 84 per barrel FOB. Firm pricing is set in the FCO, typically referenced against the relevant benchmark at contract date.

How is the cargo verified?

SGS or CIQ performs quantity and quality inspection at the loading port at the seller's expense; the assay and certificates are presented bank-to-bank with the shipping documents.

How do I start a crude purchase?

Issue an ICPO with your refinery or storage details, monthly quantity and delivery basis via the quotation form. An SCO follows within 24 hours on business days.

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