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Bonny Light Crude Oil

Nigerian Bonny Light Crude

What is Bonny Light Crude?

Bonny Light Crude is a type of Light Sweet Crude oil produced in the Niger Delta, Nigeria, specifically from the Bonny Terminal. It is considered one of the best crude oils globally due to:

  • High API gravity (very light)
  • Very low sulfur content (environmentally friendly)
  • Ease of refining and production of high-quality fuel

Technical Specifications

Property Typical Value
API Gravity ~ 35° – 37°
Density at 15°C ~ 0.84 kg/liter
Sulfur Content Only 0.14% – 0.17%
Color Golden to light brown
Refinability Very high
Thermal Energy ~ 42 – 44 MJ/kg

Main Uses

  • Ideal for producing gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel
  • Used in European and Asian refineries
  • Considered a pricing benchmark for some African crudes

Competitive Advantage

Element Bonny Light Heavy crudes like Urals
API Higher (lighter) Lower (heavier)
Sulfur Very low High
Emissions Lower Higher
Market Price Higher (due to purity) Lower

Export and Shipping

  • Shipping Port: Bonny Terminal, Niger Delta
  • Shipping Terms: CIF or FOB
  • Quantity: Typically sold in Spot or annual contracts with a minimum of 1 million barrels monthly

Required Documents

  • ICPO – Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order
  • BCL – Bank Capability Letter
  • FCO – Full Corporate Offer
  • POP – Proof of Product
  • Q&Q – Quality and Quantity Certificate (SGS or Intertek)
  • MSDS – Safety Data Sheet
  • SPA – Sales and Purchase Agreement

Gopix – Your Trading Broker for Bonny Light Crude

At Gopix Global Trading, we provide you with:

  • Direct connection with certified Bonny Light suppliers in Nigeria
  • CIF or FOB price quotes within 48–72 hours
  • Full support in banking documentation and international contracts
  • Ability to schedule monthly shipments or Spot orders

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