LPG — Propane, Butane and Mixes

Liquefied petroleum gas for distribution, industry and petrochemicals, supplied as propane, butane or agreed mixes.

Overview

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is a mix of propane and butane produced from natural gas processing and oil refining. It is used for cooking and heating, as an automotive fuel and as a petrochemical feedstock.

BRONCI coordinates LPG supply in the composition each market needs, from commercial propane to butane-rich mixes, delivered by pressurised or refrigerated carriers.

Typical Quality Parameters

ParameterTypical value / limit
CompositionPropane, butane or agreed mix (for example 30/70, 40/60, 50/50)
Vapour pressureAccording to grade and destination
Total sulphurmax 30 mg/kg (after odorisation, automotive EN 589)
Copper strip corrosionClass 1
Dienesmax 0.5 mol %
Motor octane number (automotive)min 89
Free waterNone

Automotive LPG values follow EN 589; other grades follow the buyer's specification. Final specifications are agreed in each contract and confirmed by independent inspection at the loading port.

Applications

  • Household cooking and heating
  • Automotive LPG (autogas)
  • Industrial heating and drying
  • Petrochemical feedstock

Supply Terms

  • Delivery basis: FOB, CFR or CIF
  • Shipment: Pressurised or refrigerated LPG carriers, spot and term
  • Inspection: SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas or an equivalent independent inspector at the loading port
  • Payment: Irrevocable documentary letter of credit from a first-class bank, or other instruments agreed in the contract

How We Work

Every enquiry follows the same disciplined process: counterparty verification (KYC), sanctions screening, a written offer, a signed sales contract and independent quality and quantity inspection. Read more about our compliance standards and transaction procedure.