Basrah Light
Iraq (Basra, Persian Gulf)
82.04USD/BBL 0.00 0.00%
Basrah Light Price Analysis
| Period | High | Low | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Days | 82.04 | 82.04 | 0% |
| 30 Days | 85.10 | 82.04 | 3.6% |
| 90 Days | 108.39 | 82.04 | 24.31% |
| 180 Days | 117.62 | 66.77 | 43.23% |
| 365 Days | 117.62 | 66.77 | 43.23% |
Technical Specifications
Basic Classification
| Grade Name | Basrah Light |
| Classification | Medium/Sour |
| Region/Field) | Iraq (Basra, Persian Gulf) |
Chemical Properties
| API Gravity (oAPI) | 30.5 |
| Sulfur Content (%) | 2.9% |
| Density (g/cm3) | 0.872 |
| Pour Point (oC) | 18 |
| Viscosity (cSt) | 9.8 |
Other Details
| Diesel Yield (%) | 40-44 |
| Gasoline Yield (%) | 18-22 |
| Jet Fuel Yield (%) | 08-10' |
| Residual Fuel Yield (%) | 22-28 |
| Delivery Basis | Basra (Persian Gulf) terminals |
| Major Exchanges | SOMO OSP (vs Dubai/Oman) |
| Export Hub | Al-Amiq Terminal, Khor al-Amaya, Mina al-Bakr |
| Main Destinations | Asia, Europe |
| Benchmark Type | Regional (Middle East) |
Key Characteristics
Iraq's flagship crude, high residual content
Typical Use/Refining Notes
High residual fuel content; used in complex refineries