Petrochemical Raw Material

Petrochemical raw materials are chemical compounds obtained from petroleum and natural gas and are used as basic materials in many industries. These raw materials play a critical role in the production of plastics, synthetic rubber, detergents, solvents, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers and many other chemical products.

Major Petrochemical Raw Materials

1. Olefiner (Alkenes)

- Ethylene: Used in the production of plastics (polyethylene), antifreeze, synthetic fibers.

- Propylene: Used in the production of polypropylene plastics, paints, solvents and rubber.

- Butadiene: Basic raw material for the production of synthetic rubber and tires.

2. Aromatics

- Benzene: Used in the production of plastics, resins, synthetic fibers, paints and drugs.

- Toluene: Used in the production of paints, adhesives and explosives.

- Xylene: Widely used in the production of plastics, paints and solvents.

3. Synthetic Gases and Other Raw Materials

- Methanol: Used as a solvent, antifreeze, formaldehyde and fuel additive.

- Ammonia: Used in the production of fertilizers, explosives and cleaning products.

- Ethylene Oxide: Used in the production of detergents, antifreeze and polyester.

Areas of Use of Petrochemical Raw Materials

- Plastic and Polymer Production (Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC etc.)

- Textile and Fiber Industry (Polyester, Nylon etc.)

- Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Products

- Fertilizer and Agricultural Chemicals

- Solvents and Paint Industry

- Fuel and Lubricants

Petrochemical raw materials are one of the basic building blocks of modern industry and have a wide range of use in many sectors.