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General Characteristics
BTX fraction is manufactured by distillation of pyrolysis petrol. It is yellowish, highly combustible and easily inflammable liquid with strong aromatic odour. BTX fraction is a mixture of aromatic hydrocarbons containing predominantly benzene.
CAS: 91723-50-1
BTX fraction is used as an intermediate for the production of benzene and is used during its whole life cycle under strictly controlled conditions defined in article 18(4) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 REACH.
The product is classified as hazardous pursuant to Act No. 350/20011 Coll. and corresponding EU legal regulations (Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 CLP, Directive No 67/548/EHS or Directive No 1999/45/EC.
Quality
| Parametre | Unit | Values | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| C5 hydrocarbons | % wt. | max. 5 | gas chromatography |
| C6-C8 non-aromatic hydrocarbons | % wt. | max.15 | gas chromatography |
| C9+ hydrocarbons and higher | % wt. | max. 5 | gas chromatography |
| Benzene content | % wt. | max. 60 | gas chromatography |
| Toluene content | % wt. | max. 30 | gas chromatography |
| Xylenes content | % wt. | max. 10 | gas chromatography |
| Ethylbenzene content | % wt. | max. 12 | gas chromatography |
| Styrene content | % wt. | max. 1 | gas chromatography |
| Density at 15 °C | kg/m3 | 850 – 870 | EN ISO 12185 |
| Sulfure content | ppm wt. | max.100 | ASTM D 3120-96 |
| Brom number | g Br2 /100g | max. 25 | ASTM D 1492-96 |
| Diene number | g J2 /100 g | max. 3 | internal method |
| Water content | ppm wt. | max. 500 | ISO 760 |
Packaging, Storage, Transportation
BTX fraction is stored in tightly closed containers. It is delivered in steel railway tanks
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