Crude Oil
Crude oil is supplied to refiners by named grade, subject to availability and full compliance checks on origin. Each grade is defined by its assay: API gravity, sulphur, pour point and yields. Assays are shared before contract.
Crude Oil grades we supply
Where Crude Oil is used
Crude Oil is supplied as: Light sweet crude, Medium sour crude, Heavy crude. Grades and specifications can be matched to your destination market on request.
- 01Refinery feedstock
- 02Blending to optimise refinery slates
- 03Topping and teapot refineries
- 04Strategic and commercial storage
Conforms to Grade assay
Each grade is supplied with its assay. Quality and quantity are verified at load port by an independent inspector. Origin documents are checked against applicable sanctions rules before any offer.
Typical specifications — Crude Oil
| Property | Unit | Min | Max | Test method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light sweet (typical) | ||||
| API gravity | °API | 35 | 45 | ASTM D287 |
| Sulphur | % wt | – | 0.5 | ASTM D4294 |
| Medium sour (typical) | ||||
| API gravity | °API | 26 | 34 | ASTM D287 |
| Sulphur | % wt | 1.0 | 2.5 | ASTM D4294 |
| Heavy (typical) | ||||
| API gravity | °API | – | 25 | ASTM D287 |
| Sulphur | % wt | 2.0 | – | ASTM D4294 |
| All grades | ||||
| Basic sediment & water | % vol | – | 0.5 | ASTM D4007 |
| Salt content | PTB | – | 10 | ASTM D3230 |
Typical values based on Grade assay. The binding specification for each cargo is the certificate of analysis issued at loading. Custom specifications are available on request.
Storing Crude Oil
Temperature: Heat to the pumping and handling temperature on the data sheet, and avoid overheating, which increases sediment.
Tanks: Use heated, insulated tanks with heating coils, and drain water and sludge from the tank bottom regularly.
Safety: Watch for hydrogen sulphide in tank headspace, use gas detectors and ventilate before entry.
Compatibility: Avoid mixing different residual fuels in one tank without a compatibility test, because blends can become unstable.
How we ship Crude Oil
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- FOB · CIF · CFR · DAP
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Crude Oil: common questions
What is Crude Oil?+
Crude oil is supplied to refiners by named grade, subject to availability and full compliance checks on origin. Each grade is defined by its assay: API gravity, sulphur, pour point and yields. Assays are shared before contract.
What is Crude Oil used for?+
Crude Oil is mainly used for: refinery feedstock; blending to optimise refinery slates; topping and teapot refineries; strategic and commercial storage.
Which standard does WGV's Crude Oil meet?+
Each grade is supplied with its assay. Quality and quantity are verified at load port by an independent inspector. Origin documents are checked against applicable sanctions rules before any offer.
How is Crude Oil shipped?+
WGV Oil Trading ships Crude Oil by tanker vessel, on FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP terms. Every cargo is inspected at the load port by SGS, Intertek or an equivalent independent inspector.
How do I get a price for Crude Oil?+
Send the quantity, destination port, preferred Incoterms and timing through the quote form on this page, by WhatsApp on +34 663 192 105, or by email to sales@wgvoiltrading.com. WGV Oil Trading replies with a written offer the same day. Payment is by documentary LC, SBLC or TT against documents.