Propane Refrigerant R290 Refrigeration Grade Cylinder

1. Product Overview

Propane Refrigerant R290 is a high-purity, refrigeration-grade natural refrigerant designed for efficient cooling and heat-pump applications. It is widely used in commercial refrigeration, industrial cooling, air-conditioning, and heat-pump systems where high thermodynamic performance is required. R290 offers excellent energy efficiency and a very low global warming potential, making it a strategically important alternative to higher-GWP refrigerants. Supplied in cylinders for professional industrial use, it supports reliable performance and environmentally responsible refrigeration strategies.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: Propane (C₃H₈)
• Refrigerant designation: R290
• Grade: Refrigeration grade
• Purity: Typically ≥99.5% for refrigeration-grade applications; exact specification available on request
• Physical form: Liquefied gas under pressure
• Appearance: Colorless gas/liquid
• Odor: Odor characteristics may vary according to applicable specification
• Packaging: High-pressure refrigerant cylinders
• Cylinder sizes: Available according to customer and market requirements
• Storage: Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources and direct heat
• Shelf life: Subject to proper storage conditions and cylinder integrity
• Safety classification: Highly flammable refrigerant; handling must comply with applicable safety standards and regulations

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Commercial refrigeration: Supermarkets, display cabinets, refrigerated storage, and commercial cooling systems.
• Industrial refrigeration: Process cooling, cold rooms, refrigeration plants, and temperature-controlled operations.
• Air conditioning: Suitable for approved systems engineered for R290.
• Heat pumps: Used in high-efficiency heating and cooling systems.
• Appliance manufacturing: Refrigerators, freezers, and other refrigeration equipment designed for hydrocarbon refrigerants.
• Performance advantage: R290 provides strong thermodynamic efficiency and low environmental impact, supporting lower energy consumption and reduced refrigerant-related emissions compared with many conventional high-GWP alternatives.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Refrigeration-grade purity supports dependable system performance when used in compatible equipment.
• Supply reliability: Cylinder-based supply supports controlled handling, storage, and distribution for industrial buyers.
• Logistics capability: Suitable for bulk procurement and structured international supply programs, subject to dangerous-goods transportation requirements.
• Price competitiveness: Efficient thermodynamic performance can contribute to favorable operating economics over the equipment lifecycle.
• Environmental benefits: R290 has a very low global warming potential and zero ozone depletion potential, supporting the transition toward lower-impact refrigerant solutions.
• Technical documentation: Product specifications, safety documentation, and compliance documentation can be provided subject to supply specification and destination requirements.
• Strategic sourcing value: Combines high refrigeration performance, environmental advantages, and scalable bulk procurement for professional refrigeration supply chains.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK – 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: Subject to applicable cylinder configuration, container specifications, dangerous-goods regulations, and destination requirements
• Packaging: Refrigerant-grade cylinders suitable for professional handling and transportation
• Bulk Supply: Available for commercial, industrial, and international B2B procurement