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Propylene

/ˈproʊ.pəˌliːn/noun
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Propylene is a flammable, colorless gas that's a vital unsaturated hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C3H6, commonly used as a building block in the production of plastics and chemicals. In today's industrial landscape, it plays a key role in creating everyday materials like packaging and textiles, while also driving innovations in sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based products.

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