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Future of LPG as a petrochemical feedstock

Journal Article · · Chem. Eng. Prog.; (United States)
OSTI ID:7119792
An evaluation is made of probable LPG (primarily propane) supplies and demand factors through 1985. The analysis indicates that because of diminishing domestic supplies and the transportation economics for foreign supplies the petrochemical industry will be forced to convert to the use of naphtha or heavy crude components for ethylene production. (JSR)
Research Organization:
Purvin and Gertz, Inc., Houston, TX
OSTI ID:
7119792
Journal Information:
Chem. Eng. Prog.; (United States), Journal Name: Chem. Eng. Prog.; (United States) Vol. 72:10; ISSN CEPRA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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