🛢️ Crude Oils
WTI (West Texas Intermediate)
Product Code: WTI
US benchmark light sweet crude oil from Texas.
Product Overview
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) is a grade of crude oil used as a benchmark in oil pricing. WTI is a light, sweet crude oil with a low sulfur content, making it ideal for refining into gasoline. It is primarily refined in the Midwest and Gulf Coast regions of the United States.
Technical Specifications
The following specifications represent typical industry standards for WTI (West Texas Intermediate). Actual specifications may vary by producer and should be confirmed with the seller.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| API Gravity | 39.6° (Light) |
| Sulfur Content | 0.24% mass (Sweet) |
| Pour Point | -36°C |
| Viscosity @ 40°C | 3.3 mm²/s |
| Nickel | 1.7 ppm |
| Vanadium | 1.5 ppm |
| Reid Vapor Pressure | 7.0 psi |
| Total Acid Number | 0.03 mg KOH/g |
| Salt Content | 4 lb/1000 bbl |
Industry Standards & Certifications
This product is typically produced in accordance with the following international standards:
NYMEX CL
CME NYMEX Light Sweet Crude Futures
Cushing Delivery
Physical Delivery at Cushing, Oklahoma
ASTM D6377
Crude Oil Vapor Pressure Standard
Common Applications
- US oil price benchmark
- US Gulf Coast refinery feedstock
- Midwest refinery processing
- Financial derivatives trading
- Strategic Petroleum Reserve
Packaging & Delivery Options
Verified sellers in our network typically offer the following delivery methods:
- Pipeline (Cushing hub)
- US Gulf Coast export terminals
- VLCC, Suezmax exports
- Rail (limited)
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