Butane Supply & Sourcing Guide
A butane RFQ should define the required n-butane and iso-butane profile, purity, sulphur, water, residue and intended use. Seasonal blending, cylinder markets and petrochemical applications can require different composition and vapour-pressure behaviour, so a generic butane name is not enough.
Specification checklist for the RFQ
- n-Butane and iso-butane composition
- C3/C5 content, purity and vapour pressure
- Sulphur, water, residue and corrosivity
- Cargo condition, parcel size and terminal limits
Applications and end-use context
- Mixed LPG and cylinder blending
- Autogas and seasonal fuel adjustment
- Petrochemical and isomerisation feed
- Aerosol and industrial applications where permitted
Delivery structure and logistics
Butane can move in pressurised, semi-refrigerated or refrigerated parcels depending on volume and infrastructure. Delivered value must separate monthly CP from propane/butane spread, cargo ratio, freight, insurance, terminal acceptance, seasonal demand and payment terms.
Prices shown on the site are public market references only. An executable indication depends on specification, origin, destination, Incoterm, freight, insurance and payment structure.
Documents and commercial inputs
- Composition and quality specification
- Recent COA or representative analysis
- Destination and terminal capability
- Quantity, Incoterm, laycan and payment route
How the inquiry is reviewed
Define product, grade, quantity, destination and timing.
Review specification, documents, logistics assumptions and compliance points.
Where appropriate, summarise possible sourcing or freight routes for the next commercial discussion.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the propane-butane ratio matter?
It changes vapour pressure, cold-weather performance, product economics and suitability for the destination market.
Is all commercial butane the same?
No. n-Butane, iso-butane, propane and heavier-component limits can vary by source and application.
Submit a structured RFQ
Include the exact specification, quantity, destination, timing and delivery terms for a focused review.