MD Premier Transit Corporation

CRUDE OIL

Property Specification
Chemical Formula Mixture of hydrocarbons (C5 to C50+)
Appearance Dark brown to black liquid
Density 0.80 - 0.95 g/cm³ at 15°C
API Gravity 20 - 45 degrees (depends on crude type)
Viscosity 1 - 100 cP (centipoise) at 40°C
Flash Point 40°C - 100°C (depends on crude type)
Pour Point -5°C to -30°C (depending on crude type)
Sulfur Content 0.1% - 5% (depends on the crude type)
Water Content 0% - 5% (max)
Ash Content 0.01% - 0.1% (max)
Boiling Range 50°C to 350°C
Carbon Content 83% - 87%
Hydrogen Content 12% - 15%
Energy Content 42 - 47 MJ/kg
VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) Varies (depending on crude type)