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 SheetMolecular Properties | |
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Chemical Name | Propylene |
Molecular Formula | C3H6 |
Molecular Weight | 42.08 |
Technical Properties | |
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Appearance | Colorless gas |
Explosive Limits(V/V) | 2.0-11.1% |
Boiling Point | -47.6 C |
Melting Point | -185.2 C |
Specific Gravity, 15 C Gas | 0.001178 |
S. Ignition Point | 455 C |
Flash Point | -108 C |
Specifications | ||
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Grade | Polymer Grade | Chemical 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 | - |
Appearance | Colorless gas | Colorless gas |
Carbon dioxide, ml/m3 | <=5 | - |
Allylene+allene, ml/m3 | <=5 | 10+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 |
The product is mainly used for the production of polypropylene. It is also a basic raw material for organic synthesis.
In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)
Pipe transfer, or by means of a special vessel and special tank truck.
Spherical tank.