192
Manufacture of products obtained from the processing of crude oil
This division covers activities of refining crude oil to obtain finished products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and other fuels. Essentially, it transforms extracted crude oil into products we use daily for cars, planes, or heating.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 192 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on manufacture of products obtained from the processing of crude oil. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 192 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
The petroleum refining industry, classified under NACE 192, represents a central pillar of the Romanian economy, making a significant contribution to the GDP and the country's energy security.
Romania, with a long tradition in hydrocarbon exploration and exploitation, has refining capacities that exceed domestic needs, transforming the country into an important player on the regional fuel market. Local refineries process crude oil to produce a wide range of products, from automotive and aviation fuels to lubricants and asphalt, thus supporting related industrial chains such as transport, construction, or agriculture.
In recent years, the sector has faced major challenges related to the volatility of international crude oil prices, rising energy costs, and regulatory pressures to reduce carbon emissions. The energy transition and the focus on renewable sources require refineries to invest in cleaner technologies and diversify their portfolio, for example by producing biofuels or through vertical integration with petrochemicals.
Entrepreneurs active in this field must carefully manage logistics flows, comply with strict environmental and safety standards, and anticipate demand fluctuations in a dynamic global market. Despite these challenges, Romania's strategic position and existing capacities offer opportunities for modernization and efficiency, strengthening the role of the refining industry in the country's energy future.
Included Activities
- ✅ Refining of crude oil
- ✅ Manufacture of gasoline, diesel, kerosene
- ✅ Production of liquefied petroleum gases
- ✅ Manufacture of lubricating oils
- ✅ Production of aviation fuels
- ✅ Manufacture of paraffin and other derived products
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Extraction of crude oil (included in NACE 061-062)
- ❌ Transport via oil pipelines
- ❌ Manufacture of petrochemical products (included in NACE 201)
- ❌ Retail trade of fuels
Similar or Related CAEN Codes:
From the same category of economic activities:
Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 192?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "manufacture of products obtained from the processing of crude oil" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 192?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 192. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.