What is the minimum order quantity for Iranian Crude Oil export?

Minimum shipment is 500,000 barrels (approximately 79,500 MT), shipped via VLCC, Suezmax, or Aframax tankers. Smaller sample batches in 200–210 kg steel drums are available for refinery evaluation upon request.

How is Iranian Crude Oil priced?

Pricing is based on Platts/Dubai benchmarks with a differential reflecting API gravity, sulfur content, and market conditions. Formal quotations are issued only upon receipt of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with buyer credentials.

Which refineries are best suited for Iranian Heavy Crude?

Complex refineries equipped with coking, hydrocracking, or residue upgrading units achieve the best yields from Iranian Heavy Crude. Simpler hydroskimming refineries typically prefer the Light grade for higher middle-distillate yields.

Crude Oil – Light & Heavy Grades — Export from Iran

High-Quality Export Grade Crude Oil – Suitable for Refining & Blending

Crude Oil is a premium-grade hydrocarbon feedstock widely used in refineries for the production of gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, bitumen, and petrochemical derivatives. We supply two primary grades: Light Crude and Heavy Crude, both known for consistent quality and excellent refining yield.

These crude oils are compatible with a wide range of refining processes including distillation, catalytic cracking, and coking. Ideal for blending and direct refining in modern facilities.

Note: All shipments comply with international export regulations and are subject to pre-shipment inspection by SGS or equivalent.

Iranian Crude Oil Export – Janis Group FOB Gulf Port

VLCC Tanker Loading Iranian Crude Oil – Janis Group

Crude Oil Cargo Ready for Export – SGS Inspected – Janis Group

🛢️ Our Crude Oil Sourcing Capability: Janis Group actively facilitates Iranian Crude Oil trade with verified suppliers, providing complete TBP assay documentation, SGS inspection coordination at load port, and full documentary compliance under international crude trade standards. We serve qualified buyers — refineries, trading houses, and industrial end-users — across Asia, Africa, and Latin America with professional logistics support.

General Properties

Property	Test Method	Light Grade	Heavy Grade
Specific Gravity @ 15.56°C	ASTM D5002	0.8568	0.8785
API Gravity	ASTM D5002	33.6	29.6
Sulfur Content (Total)	ASTM D4294	1.46 wt.%	2.24 wt.%
H₂S Content	IP 570	86 ppm	153 ppm
Mercaptan Content	UOP 163	60 ppm	90 ppm
Nitrogen Content (Total)	ASTM D5762	0.13 wt.%	0.20 wt.%
Water & Sediment	ASTM D4007	< 0.05 vol.%	< 0.05 vol.%
Salt Content	ASTM D3230	7 PTB	13 PTB
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C	ASTM D445	6.319 mm²/s	10.070 mm²/s
Pour Point (Upper)	ASTM D5853	-12 °C	-18 °C
Reid Vapor Pressure	ASTM D323	8.95 psi	7.70 psi
Asphaltene Content	IP 143	1.6 wt.%	3.6 wt.%
Wax Content	BP 237	4.8 wt.%	5.4 wt.%
Drop Melting Point of Wax	IP 133	57 °C	55 °C
Conradson Carbon Residue	ASTM D189	4.50 wt.%	6.93 wt.%
Total Acid Number	UOP 565	0.12 mg KOH/g	0.15 mg KOH/g
Nickel Content	ASTM D5863	11 mg/kg	18 mg/kg
Vanadium Content	ASTM D5863	40 mg/kg	61 mg/kg
Iron Content	ASTM D5863	<1 mg/kg	1 mg/kg
Lead Content	ASTM D5863	<1 mg/kg	<1 mg/kg
Sodium Content	ASTM D5863	8 mg/kg	20 mg/kg
Zinc Content	ASTM D5863	<1 mg/kg	<1 mg/kg
Copper Content	ASTM D5863	<1 mg/kg	<1 mg/kg

TBP Distillation Analysis (ASTM D2892 & ASTM D5236)

TBP Distillation Analysis – Light Crude

Frac. No.	Boiling Range, °C	Yield, wt.%	Cumulative Yield, wt.%	Sp.Gr. @ 15.56/15.56 °C	Yield, vol.%	Cumulative Yield, vol.%
1	IBP-15	1.56	1.56	0.5759	2.32	2.32
2	15-65	3.64	5.20	0.6472	4.82	7.14
3	65-100	4.12	9.32	0.7145	4.94	12.08
4	100-125	3.35	12.67	0.7430	3.86	15.94
5	125-150	4.07	16.74	0.7642	4.56	20.50
6	150-175	3.82	20.56	0.7796	4.20	24.70
7	175-200	4.03	24.59	0.7918	4.36	29.06
8	200-225	4.86	29.45	0.8093	5.15	34.21
9	225-250	4.49	33.94	0.8284	4.64	38.85
10	250-275	4.44	38.38	0.8438	4.51	43.36
11	275-300	4.56	42.94	0.8538	4.58	47.94
12	300-325	4.25	47.19	0.8747	4.16	52.10
13	325-350	4.40	51.59	0.8846	4.26	56.36
14	350-385	6.00	57.59	0.8927	5.76	62.12
15	385-425	6.25	63.84	0.9220	5.81	67.93
16	425-450	3.65	67.49	0.9290	3.37	71.30
17	450-475	3.40	70.89	0.9401	3.10	74.40
18	475-500	3.25	74.14	0.9508	2.93	77.33
19	500-530	3.75	77.89	0.9624	3.34	80.67
20	530-565	3.90	81.79	0.9729	3.43	84.10
21	565+	18.21	100.00	0.9813	15.90	100.00

TBP Distillation Analysis – Heavy Crude

Frac. No.	Boiling Range, °C	Yield, wt.%	Cumulative Yield, wt.%	Sp.Gr. @ 15.56/15.56 °C	Yield, vol.%	Cumulative Yield, vol.%
1	IBP-15	1.30	1.30	0.5493	2.08	2.08
2	15-65	3.41	4.71	0.6504	4.61	6.69
3	65-100	4.03	8.74	0.7121	4.97	11.66
4	100-125	3.17	11.91	0.7412	3.76	15.42
5	125-150	3.73	15.64	0.7617	4.30	19.72
6	150-175	3.75	19.39	0.7801	4.22	23.94
7	175-200	3.26	22.65	0.7920	3.62	27.56
8	200-225	4.19	26.84	0.8081	4.56	32.12
9	225-250	3.54	30.38	0.8307	3.74	35.86
10	250-275	4.15	34.53	0.8443	4.32	40.18
11	275-300	3.56	38.09	0.8543	3.66	43.84
12	300-325	4.01	42.10	0.8749	4.03	47.87
13	325-350	3.95	46.05	0.8848	3.92	51.79
14	350-385	5.34	51.39	0.8939	5.25	57.04
15	385-425	5.71	57.10	0.9225	5.44	62.48
16	425-450	3.90	61.00	0.9305	3.68	66.16
17	450-475	3.61	64.61	0.9469	3.35	69.51
18	475-500	3.61	68.22	0.9624	3.30	72.81
19	500-530	3.38	71.60	0.9741	3.05	75.86
20	530-565	3.90	75.50	0.9819	3.49	79.35
21	565+	24.50	100.00	1.0423	20.65	100.00

Applications

Feedstock for refineries (distillation, FCC, hydrocracking)
Production of gasoline, diesel, jet fuel
Manufacture of fuel oil and bitumen
Feed for petrochemical plants (after upgrading)
Blending with other crudes to optimize refining yield

Who Should Buy Which Grade?

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Light Crude (API 33.6°)

Choose this if: Your refinery targets maximum middle-distillate yield — gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel — with simpler or hydroskimming configurations.

Typical buyers: Independent refineries, state-owned fuel producers, and trading houses supplying retail-fuel markets.

Decision factors: Lower sulfur (1.46%), lower residue (15.9 vol% at 565°C+), and higher API translate into better refinery margins on transportation fuels.

✓ Priority: Middle distillates • Cleaner slate

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Heavy Crude (API 29.6°)

Choose this if: Your refinery has complex upgrading units — coking, hydrocracking, or visbreaking — and needs feedstock for fuel oil, bitumen, or asphalt.

Typical buyers: Complex integrated refineries, bitumen producers, and industrial fuel blenders.

Decision factors: Attractive discount to Light grade offsets higher residue (20.65 vol% at 565°C+) and sulfur (2.24%), when upgrading capacity exists.

✓ Priority: Residue yield • Cost advantage

💡 Want to learn more? Read our comprehensive guide: Iranian Crude Oil – Complete Buyer’s Guide

Key Notes

Light Grade: Higher API, lower viscosity, ideal for gasoline and diesel production
Heavy Grade: Higher residue and sulfur, suitable for fuel oil, bitumen, and coking units
Both grades are compatible with modern refining processes
Stable supply with consistent properties
All shipments subject to pre-shipment inspection by SGS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the difference between Light and Heavy Iranian Crude Oil?

Light Crude has API 33.6° and sulfur 1.46 wt%, yielding more middle distillates. Heavy Crude has API 29.6° and sulfur 2.24 wt%, with higher residue suited for complex refineries. Read our full crude oil guide here for detailed assay comparisons.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity?

Minimum shipment is 500,000 barrels (~79,500 MT) via VLCC/Suezmax/Aframax. Sample batches in steel drums available for refinery evaluation.

Q: How is pricing determined?

Pricing is based on Platts/Dubai benchmarks with differentials reflecting API, sulfur, and market conditions. Formal quotes issued upon LOI receipt.

Q: Which refineries are best suited for Heavy Crude?

Complex refineries with coking, hydrocracking, or residue upgrading units achieve the best yields. Simpler hydroskimming refineries typically prefer Light grade.

Export Logistics

Bulk: VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax tankers
Steel Drums: 200–210 kg per drum (ISO standard, leak-proof, suitable for samples and small batches)
Primary Loading Port: Major Gulf Port (Confidential – Disclosed upon LOI, as standard practice for crude trade)
Alternative Options: STS (Ship-to-Ship) transfers available in international waters for sanctioned-market compliance
Northern Corridor (upon request): Caspian Sea routes via Neka/Amirabad for CIS markets (smaller parcel sizes)
Minimum Shipment: 500,000 barrels (79,500 MT approx.)
Export Capacity: Up to 1.5 million barrels per month
Delivery Terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, STS (flexible based on buyer’s request)
Target Markets: Asia, Africa, Latin America, CIS

Why Choose Our Crude Oil?

Consistent quality with stable API and sulfur levels
Competitive pricing based on Platts/Dubai benchmarks
Proven compatibility with international refineries
Full documentation: CoA, Certificate of Origin, SGS report
Reliable supply for long-term contracts
Professional export team with experience in crude logistics

Certifications

Pre-shipment inspection by SGS (standard)
Compliance with international crude oil trade regulations
Batch-specific quality reports provided

🔐 Pricing & Inquiries: Detailed quotations are available only upon submission of a formal Letter of Intent (LOI). All inquiries must include company profile, intended use, destination, and monthly/annual volume requirements.

Submit LOI → info@janis-group.com
Required: Company profile, refinery details, destination port, and monthly volume (barrels/MT).

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