High-Quality Oil Production Surpasses Heavy in Brazil

Written by Paulo Nogueira

Published on 22/03/2019 at 08:15

Updated on 22/03/2019 at 11:11

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With the Integration of the New Pre-Salt Production Systems, Brazil Now Produces Light and Medium API Oil, But What Is Missing for National Self-Sufficiency?

The oil produced in Brazil is “heavy oil.” This statement, which is still heard and written out there, is no longer true. Today, national oil production consists of 80% medium and light API grade oil. Lula and Sapinhoá, the largest oil-producing fields in Brazil today, produce a high-quality light oil with low sulfur content, highly appreciated in the market. We can say that they are our “filet mignon” oil.

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