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US Sanctions Slash China's Oil Imports, Prices Plummet

11/19/2025

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The tightening of US sanctions on Chinese oil infrastructure and Russian energy companies disrupts markets and cuts flows from Russia and Iran to China.
Chinese imports of Russian crude could fall by 800,000 barrels per day in November, while Iranian imports fall by 400,000 barrels per day.
The sanctions have made China's refiners cautious, suspending Russian oil purchases.
Some traders circumvent restrictions, creating an oil surplus that sinks prices.

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Story summary

The tightening of US sanctions on Chinese oil infrastructure and Russian energy companies disrupts markets and cuts flows from Russia and Iran to China.
Chinese imports of Russian crude could fall by 800,000 barrels per day in November, while Iranian imports fall by 400,000 barrels per day.
The sanctions have made China's refiners cautious, suspending Russian oil purchases.
Some traders circumvent restrictions, creating an oil surplus that sinks prices.