China · Regulatory
LNG in China
Status
Allowed for private trade
CNOOC, Sinopec, PetroChina dominate; independent terminals (ENN, Yulong) rising. World's largest LNG importer (overtook Japan 2021).
Frequently asked
- Can private companies import LNG into China?
- Yes. CNOOC, Sinopec, PetroChina dominate; independent terminals (ENN, Yulong) rising. World's largest LNG importer (overtook Japan 2021).
- What license is typically required?
- CNOOC, Sinopec, PetroChina dominate; independent terminals (ENN, Yulong) rising. World's largest LNG importer (overtook Japan 2021).
- Does OilFlow screen LNG listings against China rules?
- Yes. OilFlow's matching engine blocks impossible listings — for example, a private buyer-side LNG listing into China will be rejected automatically if this page says blocked or restricted.
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