Brent Crude Oil
Brent Crude is a major trading classification of sweet light crude oil sourced from the North Sea, with an API gravity of about 38 degrees, qualifying under 2709.00.20. It serves as a global benchmark for oil pricing due to its low sulfur content and high yield of refined products. This crude remains unrefined, directly fitting the petroleum oils category.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for heavier crude varieties like Venezuelan heavy
API below 25 degrees shifts classification to 2709.00.10 for denser crude oils.
If partially distilled into light oils
Products where 90%+ distills at 210°C per ISO 3405 qualify as light oils under 2710.12, not crude.
If derived primarily from bituminous shales
Oils specifically from oil shales or tar sands may classify under heading 2704 rather than general petroleum crude.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain independent assay reports confirming API ≥25° and sulfur content to support entry summary
• Use ISO-compliant temperature corrections for volume declarations to prevent shortages claims
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Related Products under HTS 2709.00.20
West Texas Intermediate Crude Oil
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) is a high-quality, light sweet crude oil with an API gravity typically ranging from 38 to 42 degrees, well above the 25 degrees threshold for this HTS code. It is extracted from oil fields in Texas and used primarily as a refinery feedstock for gasoline and diesel production. Classified under 2709.00.20 due to its crude state and high API gravity indicating low density.
Bonny Light Crude Oil
Bonny Light is a Nigerian light sweet crude with API gravity around 35 degrees, exceeding the 25 degrees A.P.I. threshold for HTS 2709.00.20. Known for its low sulfur (0.2%) and high gasoline yield, it is shipped in large tankers as unprocessed crude. Fits perfectly as crude petroleum oil from bituminous minerals.
Saharan Blend Crude Oil
Saharan Blend from Algeria has an API gravity of approximately 45 degrees, classifying it as a light crude under 2709.00.20. This paraffinic crude is ideal for high-value products like kerosene and jet fuel. It is imported in raw form without any refining processes.
Tapis Crude Oil
Tapis Crude from Malaysia boasts an API gravity over 43 degrees, firmly in the 2709.00.20 category for light crudes testing 25° A.P.I. or more. It is a premium sweet crude prized for its high naphtha content. Remains as crude petroleum oil straight from offshore platforms.