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    CI Dip Test, SGS Inspection, and Quality Verification

    PetroIntermediation TeamTrade Terms
    CI Dip Test, SGS Inspection, and Quality Verification

    A dip test measures the actual liquid level in a tank or vessel. Combined with density and temperature, it produces gross/net volume.

    SGS / Intertek / Saybolt issue an inspection report covering:

    • Dip and ullage
    • Density at 15°C
    • Sulfur content
    • Flash point
    • Cetane (for diesel) / Smoke point (for jet)

    Demand pre-load inspection on every shipment. List inspection-ready offers on petromarketplace.com.

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