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U.S. exports of crude oil (End-Use 11100) totaled $17.1B in April 2026, traded with 36 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUS crude oil exports — enabled at scale following the lifting of the statutory export ban in late 2015 — have grown into a major component of American energy trade, with light tight oil from shale basins representing the dominant export grade. API gravity and sulfur content are the key quality parameters that determine a crude's market value and refinery fit for overseas buyers. Export logistics center on Gulf Coast terminals, and EEI filing in AES is required for all crude oil export transactions.
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The broad statutory prohibition on crude oil exports was repealed in December 2015. Today, most US crude oil may be exported freely, though shipments to certain sanctioned destinations remain prohibited. Exporters must comply with BIS and OFAC screening requirements and complete EEI filings for all export transactions.
Buyers generally specify API gravity, sulfur content (sweet vs. sour), Reid vapor pressure, and basic sediment and water (BS&W) levels. US shale-derived crudes tend to be light and sweet, which suits certain refinery configurations but may require blending for refineries optimized for heavier feedstocks. Quality certificates from independent inspectors are standard practice in crude oil trade.
End-Use codes describe different products on the import and export sides. Cross-direction imports are not shown for this slug.
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Monthly export values over time