Propylene

Propylene is an unsaturated organic compound having the chemical formula C3H6. It has one double bond, and is the second simplest member of the alkene class of hydrocarbons, and it is also second in natural abundance.

Data Sheet

Molecular Properties
Chemical Name Propylene
Molecular Formula C3H6
Molecular Weight 42.08
Technical Properties
AppearanceColorless gas
Explosive Limits(V/V)2.0-11.1%
Boiling Point-47.6 C
Melting Point-185.2 C
Specific Gravity, 15 C Gas0.001178
S. Ignition Point455 C
Flash Point-108 C
Specifications
GradePolymer GradeChemical Grade
Acetylene, ml/m3<=1-
Propylene,%(v/v)>=99.6>=95
Water, ml/m3<=1-
Oxygen, ml/m3<=1<=1
Carbon monoxide, ml/m3<=1-
Paraffins,%(v/v)<=0.04-
AppearanceColorless gasColorless gas
Carbon dioxide, ml/m3<=5-
Allylene+allene, ml/m3<=510+50
Methanol, mg/kg<=5-
Sulphur, mg/kg<=1<=5
Hydrogen, ml/m3<=5-
Butene+Butadiene, ml/m3<=1+1<=500
Ethylene, ml/m3<=30<=500

Applications

The product is mainly used for the production of polypropylene. It is also a basic raw material for organic synthesis.

Packing

In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)

Transportation

Pipe transfer, or by means of a special vessel and special tank truck.

Storage

Spherical tank.