sanctionsothermedium impact18/08/2026, 11:05:14Confidence 63/100
Hengli Group designated as main importer of sanctioned Iranian crude oil
The US Treasury has sanctioned Hengli Group for allegedly importing Iranian crude oil since 2023. This move targets China's second-largest teapot refinery over its dealings with Iranian petroleum. Claims regarding the extent of these dealings have not been independently verified.
Claims & verification status
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Claims regarding the extent of Hengli Group's dealings with Iranian petroleum have not been independently verified.
Likely
The US Treasury has sanctioned Hengli Group for allegedly importing Iranian crude oil since 2023.
Attributed to: US Treasury