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Chemical Feedstock

LPG as petrochemical feedstock for propylene, ethylene, and butylene production - supporting India's plastics, synthetic rubber, and synthetic fibre industries.

Petrochemicals PDH Process Plastics Feedstock Propylene

How BPCL LPG Powers Chemical Feedstock

Approximately 40% of global LPG supply is consumed as petrochemical feedstock rather than as fuel. In India, LPG (primarily propane) is used as feedstock for Propane Dehydrogenation (PDH) plants, which convert propane to propylene - a key monomer for polypropylene plastics used in packaging, automotive components, and consumer goods.

LPG cracking also produces ethylene, butylene, and isobutylene - feedstocks for polyethylene, synthetic rubber (butyl rubber, SBR), synthetic fibres (polyester, nylon precursors), and specialty chemicals. BPCL's bulk LPG supply capabilities serve large-scale petrochemical feedstock users across India.

Industry at a Glance

40%
Global LPG Used as Feedstock
600-700°C
PDH Reactor Temperature
85%+
Propylene Yield from PDH

Where BPCL LPG Is Used in Chemical Feedstock

Propane Dehydrogenation (PDH) to propylene
Steam cracking to ethylene
Polypropylene resin production
Polyethylene production feedstock
Synthetic rubber (SBR, butyl)
Isopropyl alcohol production
Acrylic acid & acrylates
LPG-based aerosol propellants

Advantages for Chemical Feedstock

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High Purity Feedstock

BPCL commercial LPG's consistent composition ensures stable PDH reactor performance and product yield.

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Competitive Feedstock Cost

LPG feedstock typically offers a cost advantage vs naphtha for propylene and ethylene production in India.

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Bulk Supply Capability

BPCL's bulk LPG terminal infrastructure supports large-volume feedstock delivery to petrochemical complexes.

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Flexible Propane/Butane Ratio

BPCL can supply LPG with specified propane/butane ratios to meet individual feedstock process requirements.

Choose the Right LPG Pack for Your Operation

5 kg
Small Commercial
19 kg
Standard Commercial
35 kg
Medium Industrial
47.5 kg
Large Industrial

Bulk piped LPG supply is also available for high-volume consumers. Contact BPCL to discuss your requirements.