Abstract:

GOST R 51858-2002 "Crude oil. General specifications" defines the quality requirements for crude oil intended for domestic supply and export. The article examines the key aspects of the standard, including the classification of oil by sulfur content, density, impurities, and other parameters, as well as technical requirements, test methods, and acceptance rules. Special attention is paid to safety measures when handling oil, its transportation, and storage.

Keywords: crude oil, GOST R 51858-2002, oil quality, classification, technical requirements, safety, transportation, test methods.