Naphtha
A Key Product in the Petrochemical Industry
80% Naphtha, one of the light and high-quality cuts of crude oil, is a top export product With over the holding supplies 80% Naphtha with high purity and global standards to markets in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Properties of Naphtha
80% Naphtha (light naphtha with approximately 80% C5–C7 hydrocarbons) is a volatile, clear, and flammable hydrocarbon liquid obtained from crude oil distillation or refining processes. Key characteristics:
Chemical composition:Mainly aliphatic hydrocarbons (paraffins and naphthenes) and aromatics (benzene, toluene, xylene). Boiling point: 30–180°C.
Physical properties:Density 0.65–0.75 g/cm³, low viscosity, high solubility in organic materials.
High purity (sulfur <0.1%), calorific value 42–45 MJ/kg, low pollution.
These properties make 80% Naphtha a versatile material for industrial applications.
Applications of Naphtha
Due to its high solubility and volatility, 80% Naphtha is used in various industries:
Petrochemical Industry (70% of global consumption): Primary feedstock in steam cracking for ethylene, propylene, and butadiene; raw material for plastics, synthetic rubber, and resins.
industrial Solvent (15–20%): Used in paint, varnish, adhesive, printing ink, and industrial cleaners for degreasing metal and electronic parts.
Fuel and Energy: Mixed with gasoline to increase octane or as a diesel alternative (reducing greenhouse gases by 25%). Also used for hydrogen and syngas production.
Future of Naphtha
Demand growth: 50% increase in petrochemical demand by 2050, especially in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe
Renewable naphtha:Bio-naphtha market will grow from $0.72 billion in 2025 to $1.77 billion by 2035 (9.3% growth), reducing CO₂ emissions by 90%.
Challenges: Oil price fluctuations, environmental regulations, competition with natural gas
Opportunities: Growing demand in emerging markets (India, China), clean fuels, and Iranian exports (20–30% growth by 2030)