China’s ‘Teapots’ Buy Iranian Crude At Premium For First Time Since 2022: Report by NDTV Profits | April 10, 2026 7:26 pm | Latest Posts, Market, Trending News At least two refiners in Dongying, reportedly, purchased Iranian Light crude at premiums of $1.50 to $2 a barrel above Brent – the first time teapots have bought Iranian oil at a premium since 2022.