Kazakhstan (North Caspian Mangystau) Light/Sour Regional (Caspian) Argus, local differentials

North Caspian (Kazakhstan)

Crude oil price, specifications and price history for North Caspian from Kazakhstan (North Caspian Mangystau).

API gravity40°Light
Sulfur0.85%Sour
Density0.82g/cm³
DeliveryAtyrau CPC Pipeline

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Crude quality

Technical specifications

Classification, chemical properties and trading details for North Caspian.

Basic classification

Grade name
North Caspian
Classification
Light/Sour
Region / field
Kazakhstan (North Caspian Mangystau)

Chemical properties

API gravity
40 °API
Sulfur content
0.85%
Density
0.82 g/cm³
Pour point
-10 °C
Viscosity
4 cSt

Trading & logistics

Delivery basis
Atyrau, CPC Pipeline
Major exchanges
Argus, local differentials
Export hub
Atyrau Region
Main destinations
Europe, Russia, local
Benchmark type
Regional (Caspian)

Typical refinery yields

  • Gasoline 48-52%
  • Diesel 26-30%
  • Jet fuel 10-12'%
  • Residual fuel 08-12'%

Key characteristics

Light sour Caspian blend, local/CPC distribution

Typical use / refining notes

Blended for domestic & export

FAQ

North Caspian frequently asked questions

Quality, pricing and refining questions about North Caspian.

Gasoline : 48-52

Diesel : 26-30

Jet Fuel : 10-12'

Residual Fuel : 08-12'

North Caspian is produced from Kazakhstan (North Caspian Mangystau) oil field

North Caspian is primarily exported from Atyrau Region.
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