Crude oil cargoes by grade and origin, for refineries and qualified buyers.
Crude oil is supplied by grade and origin, each with its own assay of API gravity, sulphur content and product yield.
Cargoes are offered to refineries and qualified buyers under SPA terms, with independent quantity and quality inspection at loading.
| Parameter | Unit | Limit / requirement | HPG typical | Test method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| API gravity | °API | per assay | [tbc] | ASTM D287 / D1298 |
| Sulphur | % mass | per assay | [tbc] | ASTM D4294 |
| Pour point | °C | per assay | [tbc] | ASTM D97 |
| Kinematic viscosity | mm²/s | per assay | [tbc] | ASTM D445 |
| Water & sediment (BS&W) | % vol | per contract | [tbc] | ASTM D4007 |
| Salt content | PTB | per contract | [tbc] | ASTM D3230 |
Summary for orientation only. The latest edition of the referenced standard and the specification agreed in the SPA govern.
Every cargo is sampled and tested by an independent inspection company (SGS, Intertek or equivalent) at the port of loading. The buyer receives the following documents:
HS 2710.12
HS 2710.19