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Propylene
Shell chemicals companies operate large scale manufacturing locations around the world making both refinery and chemical grade propylene. As a result, we have strong global supply capabilities, allied with a strong manufacturing technology and cost position.
More than 60% of the world's production of propylene is used to make polypropylene. Since its invention in 1954, polypropylene has grown into one of the most widely- used and versatile products of the petrochemical industry.
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CAS number: 115-07-1 Chemical formula: C3H6
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