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Ethylene
Olefin
Overview
Largest-volume organic chemical; produced by steam cracking of naphtha/ethane.
Formula
C2H4
CAS
74-85-1
HS Code
2901.21
Category
Olefin
Major Origin Countries
USASaudi ArabiaChinaSouth Korea
Key Uses & Applications
- Polyethylene (HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE)
- Ethylene oxide / MEG
- Vinyl chloride monomer
- Styrene
Major Global Suppliers