Light Naphtha is a crucial petroleum product and a primary feedstock for petrochemical units, mainly consisting of C5–C6 hydrocarbons. Due to its low boiling point and high volatility, it is widely used in ethylene and propylene production, industrial solvents, and gasoline blending.

Features and Applications

• Low boiling point and high volatility
• Primary feedstock in ethylene and propylene production
• Solvent in paint, resin, and chemical industries
• Used in gasoline and light fuel production

Technical Specifications (Typical Properties)

• Boiling range: 30–90°C
• Density at 15°C: 0.68–0.72 g/cm³
• Octane number (RON): 50–60
• Hydrocarbon content: C5–C6

Safety and Precautions

• Flammable: keep away from heat and sparks
• Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes
• Ensure proper ventilation during handling and transfer
• In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water

Packaging and Storage

• Packaged in steel drums or specialized tanks with secure lids
• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
• Prevent vapor accumulation and maintain distance from heat sources

Industrial Applications

• Petrochemical feedstock
• Ethylene and propylene production
• Solvent in paint, resin, and chemical industries
• Gasoline and light fuel production

In the 1950s, Light Naphtha was used as the main feedstock for ethylene production in petrochemical units, which significantly contributed to the rapid development of the plastics industry.

Recent studies indicate that optimizing temperature and pressure in light naphtha cracking can increase ethylene production efficiency by up to 12%. Scientific Source