| Formula / Notation | C3H8 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 74-98-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 44.10 |
| Melting Point | -305.9 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | -43.8 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.59 at -58 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 0.01 % (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Propane appears as a colorless gas with a faint petroleum-like odor. It is shipped as a liquefied gas under its vapor pressure. For transportation it may be stenched. Contact with the unconfined li... |
| Also Known As | n-Propane; Dimethylmethane; Propyl hydride; 74-98-6; Propyldihydride; Purifrigor p 3.5; HC 290; R 290; INS NO.944; DTXSID5026386 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Propane?
Propane is a gas molecular entity and an alkane. It has a role as a food propellant.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: propane
Other Names / Synonyms: n-Propane; Dimethylmethane; Propyl hydride; 74-98-6; Propyldihydride; Purifrigor p 3.5; HC 290; R 290; INS NO.944; DTXSID5026386
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -305.9 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | -43.8 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.59 at -58 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 44.10 |
| Solubility | 0.01 % (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Propane appears as a colorless gas with a faint petroleum-like odor. It is shipped as a liquefied gas under its vapor pressure. For transportation it may be stenched. Contact with the unconfined li... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Propane is a gas molecular entity and an alkane. It has a role as a food propellant.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Propane is: C3H8