Description

Tail Gas, Petroleum, Thermal Cracking Absorber is a specialized gaseous by-product stream derived from the thermal cracking and subsequent gas treatment processes in petroleum refining. This product matters as a critical intermediate or utility stream, often utilized for its energy content or as a feedstock in downstream chemical synthesis, playing a key role in optimizing refinery efficiency and value recovery. It is primarily needed by operators in the petrochemical, oil & gas refining, and industrial gas sectors for fuel gas, chemical recycling, or as an absorber medium in gas purification units.

Application

• Refinery Fuel Gas: Utilized as a combustible fuel source for furnaces, boilers, and power generation within the refinery complex.
• Chemical Feedstock Recovery: Serves as a source of light hydrocarbons (e.g., ethylene, propylene) for separation and recovery in petrochemical production.
• Gas Purification & Sweetening: Acts as an absorber or carrier gas in processes designed to remove sulfur compounds (e.g., H2S) and other contaminants from other process streams.
• Thermal Cracking Process Recycle: Re-injected into cracking units to modify process conditions or improve yield profiles of desired olefins.
• On-site Power Generation: Fed to gas turbines or engines for the co-generation of steam and electricity.
• Hydrogen Production Feed: Can be used as a feed for steam reforming or partial oxidation processes to produce hydrogen.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tail Gas, Petroleum, Thermal Cracking Absorber
CAS No.	71808-30-5
Molecular Formula	Complex Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Petroleum Tail Gas; Refinery Tail Gas; Thermal Cracker Off-Gas; Absorber Overhead Gas; Cracking Process Tail Gas; Fuel Gas (Refinery); Sour Gas (Tail); Acid Gas Absorber Tail Gas
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tail Gas, Petroleum, Thermal Cracking Absorber is produced and controlled under stringent protocols to ensure consistent composition and performance for industrial applications. Quality is verified through rigorous analysis of key parameters including hydrocarbon composition, heating value, and contaminant levels (e.g., sulfur content). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific batch characteristics is provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your process requirements.

Storage

This product is highly volatile and gaseous at ambient conditions. It must be contained in appropriate pressurized gas cylinders or dedicated pipeline systems designed for hydrocarbon service. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and ignition points. Ensure containers are tightly sealed when not in use to prevent loss and maintain purity. Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (GC)	Complies
Main Components (C1-C4 Hydrocarbons)	≥ 85% v/v
Heating Value (Gross)	Contact for details
Total Sulfur (as H2S)	< 100 ppm v/v
Oxygen Content	< 0.5% v/v
Moisture (Water Dew Point)	< -40°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.