A colorless, inflammable gas with a characteristic odor. Under pressure, this gas is easily condensable.
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Typical Applications
Iso-Butane is useful as a solvent for manufacturing of polyethylenes as well as propellants (e.g., for construction foam) and alkylate petrol.
Benefits at a glance
Isobutane is a valuable chemical due to its use as a refrigerant substituting ozone-depleting chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), its application as a propellant in aerosol products and its deployment as a feedstock in producing high-octane gasoline components.