Piperylene

Piperylene is a volatile, flammable hydrocarbon consisting of a five carbon chain with two double bonds. It is obtained as a byproduct of ethylene production from crude oil.

Data Sheet

Molecular Properties
Chemical Name Piperylene,1-methylbutadiene, 1,3-pentadiene
Molecular Formula C5H8
Molecular Weight 68.12
Typical Properties
Boiling PointsCIS 44.7 C, TRANS 42.3 C
AppearanceColorless or light yellow liquid(volatile combustible and explosive)
Flash Point-29 C
Specific Gravity0.6830
Melting PointsCIS -141 C, TRANS -87 C
Specifications
Dicyclopentadiene+Cydopentadiene,%<=1.0
Water, %<=0.025
Trans Piperylene,%>=42.0
Piperylene,%>=67.0
AppearanceColorless and clear liquid
Color(Pt-Co)<= 100
Cydopentane+Cydopentene,%<=Surplus

Applications

Piperylene is used as an monomer in the manufacture of plastics, adhesives and resins.

Packing

In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)

Transportation

To be transported as first class dangerous articles, bulk deliveries of tank car.

Storage

Store in a place with low temperature and good air circulation, Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and fire. Do not store for extended periods to prevent polymerization.