Toxicity of liquid hydrocarbons
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When selecting pumps for liquid hydrocarbons, such as ethylene, propylene, lpg, etc., in addition to considering their flammability and volatility, their toxicity also needs to be considered. So I would like to ask, are liquid hydrocarbons toxic? If so, is it moderate or mild? (Not according to pressure vessel regulations) Thank you.
To judge the toxicity of liquid hydrocarbons, please check the LC/LD in the respective MSDS.
It is best to check the relevant regulations in our country rather than those abroad.
The main components of liquefied hydrocarbons are C3 and C4. The design and use mainly consider their flammability and explosiveness, and generally do not need to consider their toxicity.
In fact, we also need to consider the issues of pressure, vaporization, heat absorption and freezing.