Heavy Naphtha is a hydrocarbon product obtained from the distillation of crude oil, distilled at higher temperatures than light naphtha. It serves as a primary feedstock for petrochemical units, gasoline production, and industrial solvents. Due to its diverse hydrocarbon composition and high boiling point, Heavy Naphtha plays a crucial role in chemical processes and energy production.

Features and Applications

• Boiling Point: 120–210 °C
• Density: 0.72–0.78 g/cm³
• Used as feedstock for reforming and cracking units
• Gasoline and basic chemical production
• Industrial solvent in resin and coating manufacturing

Technical Specifications:

• Boiling Point: 120–210 °C
• Density: 0.72–0.78 g/cm³
• Aromatic Content: 20–35%
• Paraffinic Content: 45–60%
• Color: Colorless to pale yellow

Safety and Precautions

• Flammable; keep away from heat and sparks.
• Avoid direct skin contact and inhalation of vapors.
• In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water.

Packaging and Storage

• 200-liter steel drums or tankers
• Store in a cool, well-ventilated area
• Keep away from heat sources and direct sunlight

Industrial Applications

• Petrochemical units (reforming and cracking)
• Gasoline and industrial solvent production
• Resin and coating manufacturing

In the 1950s, Heavy Naphtha was used as the main feedstock for thermal cracking units in U.S. refineries, significantly improving gasoline production efficiency.

Recent studies indicate that using nanocatalysts in Heavy Naphtha cracking can increase gasoline yield by up to 15%.