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ISO tank container labeled "Pentane Blend 70/30" with flammable hazard symbol, ready for shipment.

What is Pentane Blend 70/30?

FAQ – Pentane Blend 70/30

Pentane Blend 70/30 is a mixture of n-Pentane and Isopentane in a 70:30 ratio, commonly used as a blowing agent or solvent in industrial applications.

It is widely applied in polyurethane foam production, solvent formulations, and as a chemical intermediate.

The blend contains high-purity components, typically above 95–99% hydrocarbon content.

Packaging options include ISO tanks, drums, or bulk shipment according to customer needs.

It is flammable; handle with proper safety measures, including ventilation and PPE.

The n-Pentane to Isopentane ratio can be customized to suit specific requirements.

Cyclopentane as a physical blowing agent forming closed-cell bubbles in polyurethane foam production

Cyclopentane as a Blowing Agent: FAQ and Applications

Introduction
Cyclopentane is an eco-friendly chemical widely used as a physical blowing agent in modern foam production. With the global shift towards environmental sustainability, cyclopentane is replacing traditional CFCs and HCFCs in insulation and refrigeration foams.


FAQ: Cyclopentane and Blowing Agents

1️⃣ What is Cyclopentane?
Cyclopentane is a five-carbon cyclic hydrocarbon, non-toxic, colorless, and environmentally friendly. In foam production, it serves as a liquid physical blowing agent.

2️⃣ How does Cyclopentane act as a blowing agent?

  • Cyclopentane vaporizes during foam formation, creating uniform bubbles in the polymer matrix.
  • These bubbles form a closed-cell structure, providing lightweight and excellent thermal insulation.
  • Unlike chemical blowing agents, cyclopentane does not rely on chemical reactions to produce gas.
  • It is environmentally safe, with negligible ozone depletion potential and low global warming potential.

3️⃣ Applications of Cyclopentane in Foam Production

  • Building Insulation: Sandwich panels, roof insulation, pipe insulation.
  • Refrigeration: Foam layers in refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners.
  • High-End Packaging: Thermal packaging and cold chain foam materials.

4️⃣ Why choose Cyclopentane?

  • Eco-friendly and safe, replacing CFCs/HCFCs.
  • High thermal insulation performance.
  • Suitable for multiple industries.
  • Easy to handle as a liquid, vaporizes naturally during foam formation.

5️⃣ How to use Cyclopentane in foam production?

  1. Add liquid cyclopentane to polyurethane or XPS foam systems.
  2. During foam reaction, cyclopentane vaporizes and forms bubbles.
  3. After curing, bubbles are sealed inside the foam, providing lightweight insulation.

Conclusion
Cyclopentane is a high-performance, eco-friendly physical blowing agent essential for modern insulation, refrigeration, and packaging foams. Its ability to form closed-cell foam structures ensures lightweight materials with superior thermal insulation.

High-purity Isopentane and Pentane in labeled laboratory glassware, showcasing precision solvent applications.

High-Purity Isopentane & Pentane Series — Case Study in Fine Chemical Applications

Ensuring process stability and low-impurity performance for precision chemical applications

In a fine chemical R&D project, a company faced challenges with solvent impurities affecting product stability. To ensure research efficiency and process reliability, they selected our Isopentane 99% and Pentane series products.

Product Specifications:

  • Isopentane: 99%
  • n-Pentane: per batch records
  • Cyclopentane: <100 ppm
  • Heavy components: <100 ppm
  • Light components: <0.5%
  • Benzene: <10 ppm
  • Total sulfur: <1 ppm
  • Non-volatile matter: <1 mg/100 ml

After using this batch, the R&D team observed significantly improved solvent system stability and effective control of impurities, making the overall process smoother. The team commented, “The high purity and low impurity Pentane series greatly reduced process uncertainty, which is exactly the quality assurance we needed.”

Case Summary:
The high-purity Pentane series not only meets strict specification requirements but also provides reliable process support for fine chemical, electronic materials, and precision applications.