01 Product
ESPO Blend crude oil supply overview
ALGHAF MARINE FZCO supplies Russian ESPO Blend crude oil for qualified refiners and traders under FOB Kozmino cargo programs and destination-specific delivered structures.
ESPO Blend (Eastern Siberia–Pacific Ocean) is a Russian-origin crude grade exported primarily through Kozmino. It is generally classified as a light, relatively low-sulfur crude with active trading in Asia-Pacific markets.
ESPO crude oil specifications and typical quality profile
Values are indicative reference characteristics only. The contractual quality is determined by the cargo-specific assay / CoA.
Reference market assessments for ESPO Blend typically reflect API gravity around the mid-34° range and sulfur around 0.60 wt%, although contractual cargo quality may vary within agreed tolerance windows.
| Parameter | Typical value / range | Refinery relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Crude grade | ESPO Blend | Contractual grade identification |
| Crude type | Light / relatively low-sulfur | Distillate yield versus sulfur handling |
| API gravity | 34–36 | Light and middle distillate yields |
| Sulfur | 0.5–0.7 wt% | Sulfur handling and treating load |
| Density at 15 °C | ~0.83–0.85 g/cm³ | Mass–volume conversion with API gravity |
Refinery value & trading characteristics
ESPO is valued by refineries seeking relatively high yields of light and middle distillates with manageable sulfur handling requirements. Refinery economics depend on crude slate optimisation, local product demand and blending strategy.
From a trading perspective, key drivers include benchmark movement, quality differential, freight route economics and delivery term structure.
02 Origin
FOB Kozmino ESPO cargo programs
Kozmino is the principal seaborne export loading point for ESPO Blend crude. FOB Kozmino is the core market basis used for physical ESPO cargo trading in Asia-Pacific markets.
Cargo programs depend on loading availability, vessel suitability, laycan and the applicable commercial structure confirmed in the offer and SPA.
Origin, sanctions & transaction compliance
ESPO Blend is a Russian-origin crude grade. Any proposed transaction is therefore subject to destination-, counterparty-, vessel-, service-provider-, route- and sanctions-specific compliance review.
Commercial feasibility for one buyer, vessel or destination does not imply feasibility for another transaction.
03 Delivery
Typical ESPO cargo size & vessel structure
Typical FOB Kozmino ESPO cargo programs are approximately 100,000 MT and above. Larger cargo structures are subject to the applicable loading program and vessel.
Final cargo size, vessel requirements and loading window are confirmed for each transaction.
FOB Kozmino & delivered crude structures
FOB Kozmino is the core physical trading basis, with vessel nomination and post-loading freight scope typically managed by the buyer.
Destination-specific delivered structures may be evaluated for approved destinations, including CIF where commercially applicable. Final structure depends on cargo program, vessel, destination, freight and contractual allocation of obligations.
For Incoterms responsibilities, review our FOB vs CIF logistics guide.
Quality control & independent inspection
Independent inspection may be arranged according to the SPA at the applicable milestone. Cargo-specific quality is confirmed in the cargo-specific assay or CoA.
Typical ESPO crude shipping documents
- Commercial Invoice
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Cargo-specific assay / Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
- Certificate of Origin (if required)
- Customs export documents
- Insurance Certificate (for delivered structures where applicable)
- Inspection report (if agreed under SPA)
The applicable document set is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
04 Price & enquiry
ESPO pricing basis & market differential
ESPO crude is typically priced against relevant benchmark and differential structures, including FOB Kozmino assessments linked to Dubai-related pricing in Asia-Pacific markets.
Final pricing depends on benchmark structure, differential, cargo size, loading window, delivery basis, destination, freight and transaction structure, and is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
ESPO crude buyer details for a workable indication
To support a workable commercial indication, buyers should provide:
- Required cargo size and structure
- Delivery basis — FOB Kozmino or delivered structure
- Destination and shipment window / laycan
- Vessel requirements where applicable
- Company details for qualification
ESPO crude price & commercial quotation — how to request
Submit cargo size, delivery basis, destination, laycan and company details via qualification. Following qualification, ALGHAF MARINE FZCO can evaluate the applicable cargo program and current commercial indication.
ESPO crude frequently asked questions
What is ESPO Blend crude oil?
ESPO Blend is a Russian-origin crude oil grade produced from Eastern Siberian fields and exported primarily through Kozmino. It is generally classified as a light, relatively low-sulfur crude traded on FOB Kozmino and destination-specific delivered structures in Asia-Pacific markets.
What are the typical specifications of ESPO crude oil?
Typical reference characteristics on this page are API gravity 34–36, sulfur 0.5–0.7 wt% and density around 0.83–0.85 g/cm³ at 15 °C. Contractual quality is determined by the cargo-specific assay / CoA and may vary within agreed tolerance windows.
What is the API gravity of ESPO Blend?
Typical API gravity for ESPO Blend is 34–36. Reference market assessments often sit around the mid-34° range. The contractual value is confirmed in the cargo-specific assay / CoA.
What is the typical sulfur content of ESPO crude oil?
Typical sulfur for ESPO Blend is 0.5–0.7 wt%. Reference market assessments often sit around 0.60 wt%. The contractual sulfur content is confirmed in the cargo-specific assay / CoA.
Is ESPO crude oil Russian origin?
Yes. ESPO Blend is a Russian-origin crude grade. Any proposed transaction is subject to destination-, counterparty-, vessel-, service-provider-, route- and sanctions-specific compliance review.
Where is ESPO crude oil loaded?
Kozmino is the principal seaborne export loading point for ESPO Blend crude. FOB Kozmino is the core market basis used for physical ESPO cargo trading in Asia-Pacific markets.
What is a typical ESPO crude cargo size?
Typical FOB Kozmino ESPO cargo programs are approximately 100,000 MT and above, subject to loading program and vessel suitability. Larger cargo structures depend on the applicable loading program and vessel.
Can ESPO crude be supplied on FOB Kozmino and delivered terms?
Yes. FOB Kozmino is the core physical trading basis. Destination-specific delivered structures, including CIF where commercially applicable, may be evaluated according to cargo program, vessel, destination and shipment window.
How is ESPO crude oil priced?
ESPO crude is typically priced against relevant benchmark and differential structures, adjusted for cargo-specific quality, loading window, delivery basis, freight and transaction structure. Final pricing is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
What documents accompany an ESPO crude cargo?
Typical documentation includes cargo-specific assay or CoA, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice and applicable export and shipping documents. The exact document set is defined in the commercial offer and SPA.
How do I request an ESPO crude commercial indication?
Provide the required cargo size, delivery basis, destination, laycan or shipment window and company details. Following qualification, ALGHAF MARINE FZCO can evaluate the applicable cargo program and current commercial indication.
How can a buyer verify a petroleum supplier?
Buyers should verify the legal identity of the contractual counterparty, official corporate communication channels, KYC/KYB information, transaction documentation and the contractual inspection procedure. Cargo-specific operational and inspection documents are provided according to the milestones defined in the SPA.
Can you provide previous Bills of Lading or inspection reports as proof of supply?
ALGHAF MARINE FZCO does not disclose confidential documents from unrelated customer transactions as proof of a new cargo. Cargo-specific documentation, including independent inspection documents where applicable, is provided according to the milestones defined in the SPA.
Can I receive a fresh SGS report before the transaction is contracted?
A fresh inspection report relates to a specific contractual ESPO crude cargo. Independent inspection is therefore performed at the applicable milestone defined in the SPA. Historical SGS reports from unrelated cargoes are not presented as proof of current supply.
How are transaction funding instructions issued?
Transaction-specific funding instructions are generated only within the ALGHAF MARINE FZCO Trading Portal after the applicable contractual stage. Wallet addresses are not issued through WhatsApp, Telegram, brokers or informal correspondence.
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Prices shown on this page are indicative only. Transaction-specific terms, origin, loading point, specification and pricing are confirmed in the applicable commercial offer and SPA.