A colorless, inflammable gas with a characteristic odor. Under pressure, this gas is easily condensable.
Typical Applications
is suitable e.g. as a raw material for the synthesis of maleic anhydride, as well as foaming agents for olefin and styrene polymers in the area of packaging materials and technical plastic articles.
Benefits at a glance
n-Butane serves as a customizable propellant in cosmetics and other aerosols under the DRIVOSOL® branden, it can also be converted through the catalytic oxidation of n-butane in maleic anhydride synthesis for industries like construction and automotive, finally it can be used as a feedslate for steamcracking.