Assumptions to the Annual Energy Outlook 2003

Table 68.  Crude Oil Specifications

Crude Oil Categories

Sulfur
(percent)

Gravity
(degrees API)

Low Sulfur Light    

0 - 0.5

>  24

Medium Sulfur Heavy

0.35 - 1.1

>  24

High Sulfur Light    

> 1.1

 >  32

High Sulfur Heavy    

> 1.1

24 - 33

High Sulfur Very Heavy

 > 0.7 

0 - 23

Source:  Energy Information Administration, Office of Integrated Analysis and Forecasting.  Derived from EI-810, “Monthly Refinery Report” data.