1. Product Introduction & Main Application
Arnico’s Light Hydrocarbon is a very volatile, flammable hydrocarbon fraction with a distillation range of 30°C to 90°C, primarily consisting of pentanes, hexanes, and their isomers. This product, obtained from crude oil and gas condensate distillation, is used as a feedstock for steam crackers to produce olefins, as an industrial solvent for oil extraction and adhesive production, and as a blowing agent in the production of polystyrene foams.
2. Technical Specifications
| Technical Parameter | Petrochemical Feed Grade | Industrial Solvent Grade | Unit |
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| Density (15°C) | 630 – 660 | 640 – 680 | kg/m³ |
| Distillation Range (IBP-FBP) | 30 – 75 | 40 – 90 | °C |
| Total Pentanes & Isopentane | ≥ 75 | ≥ 60 | % |
| Total Sulfur | ≤ 10 | ≤ 20 | ppm |
| Flash Point | ≈ -40 | ≈ -30 | °C |
| Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) | 80 – 120 | 60 – 80 | kPa |
3. Features & Benefits
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High Olefin Yield Feedstock: The petrochemical grade, with a minimal aromatic content, provides the highest conversion rate to ethylene and propylene.
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High Volatility & Selective Solvent: Fast, residue-free evaporation, making it ideal for oil extraction and degreasing.
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Effective Blowing Agent: A safer replacement for CFCs in the production of insulation foams (EPS/XPS).
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Ultra-Low Sulfur: Protects the expensive catalysts in cracking units.
4. Industrial Applications
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Petrochemicals: Feedstock for steam crackers to produce ethylene and propylene.
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Chemical Industry: A solvent in extraction and synthesis processes.
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Polymer & Foam Industry: A blowing agent in the production of EPS and XPS foam blocks.
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Fuel: Blending into gasoline pools to adjust vapor pressure.
5. Safety & Handling
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MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet): This liquid is extremely flammable and volatile. Its vapors are heavier than air, explosive, and inhalation is hazardous. The Arnico MSDS is mandatory.
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Storage Conditions: Store in pressurized spherical tanks or floating-roof tanks with a vapor recovery system, in a completely cool environment, away from sparks.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Anti-static clothing and shoes, a respirator with an AX filter, and Viton gloves are required.
6. Quality Assurance & COA
Arnico Light Hydrocarbon shipments are accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with a precise GC analysis.
