Polypropylene

(C₃H₆)ₙ

IUPAC: Polypropene

CAS: 9003-07-0

Обзор

Polypropylene is the second most widely produced plastic polymer. It has excellent chemical resistance, elasticity, and fatigue resistance. It can be bent millions of times without breaking, making it ideal for living hinges in bottle caps and containers.

Состав

Элемент Символ Атомы Атомная масса
Hydrogen H 6 1,0080
Carbon C 3 12,0110

Элементный состав

H
Hydrogen ×6
14,4%
C
Carbon ×3
85,6%

Применение

  • • Food containers and packaging
  • • Automotive parts
  • • Medical devices
  • • Carpets and textiles

Интересные факты

  • ✦ The 'living hinge' on a Tic Tac box is made of polypropylene and can flex thousands of times without breaking

Безопасность

  • ⚠ Generally non-toxic
  • ⚠ Flammable
  • ⚠ Microplastic pollution

Свойства

Тип
polymer
Состояние
solid
Молярная масса
42,08 g/mol
Плотность
0,9050 g/cm³
Температура плавления
160,0 °C
Растворимость
insoluble

Также известен как

PP

Связанные соединения

Cellulose

(C₆H₁₀O₅)ₙ

Epoxy Resin DGEBA

C₂₁H₂₄O₄

Kevlar

(C₁₄H₁₀N₂O₂)ₙ

Nylon-6,6

(C₁₂H₂₂N₂O₂)ₙ

Sodium Polyacrylate

(C₃H₃NaO₂)ₙ

Polyethylene

(C₂H₄)ₙ

Polylactic Acid

(C₃H₄O₂)ₙ

Polymethyl Methacrylate

(C₅H₈O₂)ₙ

Polyurethane

(C₃H₂NO)ₙ

Polycarbonate

(C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polypropylene?
Polypropylene ((C₃H₆)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Polypropene.
What is the molecular weight of Polypropylene?
Polypropylene has a molar mass of 42.081 g/mol.
What state is Polypropylene at room temperature?
Polypropylene is a solid at room temperature.
Is Polypropylene organic or inorganic?
Polypropylene is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Polypropylene?
Polypropylene ((C₃H₆)ₙ) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C).