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At Cepsa Chemicals we make chemistry for a better world. Our products are present in the daily lives of millions of people worldwide and in the value chain of almost all industrial sectors. In addition, we favor a circular economy that optimizes the use of resources to build a more sustainable, efficient, and fair world.
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INTERNATIONAL LEADERS
We are the world's leading producer of alkylbenzene, a raw material for manufacturing biodegradable detergents. We are also the world’s leading producer of Cumene and second in Phenol and Acetone.
INNOVATIVE PROJECTS
We are committed to continuous improvement to provide value to our customers, and we rely on innovation to develop our business.
SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
We do not understand chemicals without sustainability, which is why we are committed to continuous improvement in areas such as Safety, Health and the Environment.
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Cepsa Acetone Pharma
Applications: API Manufacturing
Product Families: Solvents & Carriers, Solvents
Acetone Pharma (CAS: 67-64-1) is a side product of the phenol production via the cumene route. Cumene is obtained through a catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene using solid bed catalyst.Cepsa Acetone Pharma is high purity, low water and benzene free. This product is Kosher and Halal certified. It complies with the current European Pharmacopoeia and is specifically used in different applications within the pharmaceutical industry.Sustainability:Cepsa Chemicals complies with the ISCC+ certification (International Sustainability Carbon Certification) for both Acetone and Phenol products.Applications:Pharmaceutical IndustryAcetone is commonly used as a solvent in fillers and active ingredients to ensure accurate dosage of medicine. Common drugs often use acetone as an excipient.Packaging:Bulk
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Cepsa Acetone
Applications: Chemical Manufacturing, Resin Manufacturing, Polycarbonates Manufacturing
Product Families: Solvents & Carriers, Aldehydes & Ketones, Ketones
Chemical Family: Ketones
End Uses: Bis-Phenol A (BPA) Manufacturing, Acetone Cyanohydrin Manufacturing, Polycarbonate Resins Manufacturing
Acetone (CAS: 67-64-1) is a side product of the phenol production via the cumene route. Cumene is obtained through a catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene using a solid bed catalyst. Acetone is commonly used for various chemical synthesis and as a solvent for paints, lacquers and pharmaceutical applications.Cepsa Acetone is high purity, low water and benzene free. This product is Kosher and Halal certified.Sustainable Solutions:When it comes to more sustainable solutions, Cepsa Chemicals is a pioneer. Being the first phenol producer complying with ISCC+ certification (International Sustainability Carbon Certification) for both Acetone and Phenol products. Cepsa's plant in Spain uses 100% renewable electricity.Applications:Acetone Cyanohydrin (ACH)Acetone is mainly used in the production of acetone cyanohydrin (ACH) in the methyl methacrylate route.Bisphenol A (BPA)Second-largest use of acetone is in the production of bisphenol A (BPA), an intermediate in the production of polycarbonate and epoxy resins.SolventAcetone is commonly used as a solvent in paints, lacquers and pharmaceutical applications.Personal Care / CosmeticsAcetone is a primary ingredient in nail polish remover. In other cosmetic products, like skin creams and makeup, acetone acts as a solvent to deliver different chemicals.Packaging:Bulk
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Cepsa Alpha Methylstyrene (AMS)
Applications: Chemical Manufacturing, Resin Manufacturing, Styrenics Manufacturing
Product Families: Intermediates, Aromatics, Solvents & Carriers
Chemical Family: Aromatics, Styrenics
End Uses: Styrenic Resins Manufacturing, Cosmetic Production, Coatings Manufacturing
Alpha Methyl-Styrene (AMS, CAS: 98-83-9) is a high purity colorless liquid and organic chemical that is used in the production of a wide variety of styrenic polymers, the result of splitting cumene hydroperoxide with sulphuric acid. Before, cumene is obtained through a catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene. Fractionation units allow AMS to be separated from the rest of the elements.Cepsa Alpha Methylstyrene (AMS) is Kosher and Halal certified.Applications:Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) ResinsMain usage of Alpha Methyl-Styrene (AMS) is the production of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) resin, a thermoplastic resin commonly used for injection molding (IM) applications. The function of AMS in ABS resins is to prevent heat distortion.Low Molecular Weight PolymersAMS is also used in the production of low molecular weight polymers, which form viscous liquids used in adhesives and coatings, waxes and plasticizers.OtherIn addition AMS has applications in a diverse range of products and markets including perfumes, antioxidants, drying oils and lubricants.Packaging:Bulk
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Cepsa Cumene
Applications: Chemical Manufacturing, Chemical Building Blocks & Intermediates
Product Families: Solvents & Carriers, Aromatics
Chemical Family: Aromatics
End Uses: Propylene Oxide (PO) Manufacturing, Cumene Hydroperoxide Manufacturing, Fuel Additives
Cumene (isopropylbenzene) (CAS: 98-82-8) is a high purity product, obtained through a catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene. Both raw materials come from a distillation of crude oil.Cepsa Cumene is Kosher and Halal certified.Applications:Cumene HydroperoxideNearly all cumene, produced as a pure compound on an industrial scale, is converted into cumene hydroperoxide, which is a chemical intermediate (building-block chemical) in the synthesis of other important chemicals such as phenol and acetone. Both chemicals are widely used to make plastics.Propylene Oxide (PO)Cumene is used in surfactants, in the production of propylene oxide (PO).GasolineCumene is used as an additive (blending component) in high octane motor fuels.Solvent for Paints, Lacquers and EnamelsCumene is in minor amounts is used as a solvent during the production of paints, lacquers, and enamels.Packaging:Bulk
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Cepsa Phenol 90%
Applications: Chemical Manufacturing, Resin Manufacturing, Polycarbonates Manufacturing
Product Families: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), Solvents & Carriers, Carriers, Diluents, Solvents & Solubilizers
Chemical Family: Phenols & Phenolics
End Uses: Medical Aid, Bis-Phenol A (BPA) Manufacturing, Polycarbonate Resins Manufacturing
Phenol 90% (CAS: 108-95-2) is a dilution of pure phenol with 10% of water content. The pure phenol results from splitting the cumene hydroperoxide with sulphuric acid. Cumene (isopropylbenzene) is obtained through the catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene.This product is low color, and Kosher and Halal certified.Sustainability:Cepsa Chemicals complies with the ISCC+ certification (International Sustainability Carbon Certification) for both Phenol and Acetone products.Applications:Bisphenol A (BPA)Phenol is mainly used in the production of Bisphenol A (BPA), an intermediate in the manufacturing of Polycarbonate and Epoxy Resins.CaprolactamPhenol is also used to produce caprolactam through the Nylon 6 route.DyesSubstituted phenols are used in the dye industry to make intensely colored azo-dyes.DisinfectantsPhenol is used in low concentrations as a disinfectant in household cleanersPhenolic ResinsPhenolic resins account for a large percentage of the phenol production. Phenolic resins are used in several industries and applications, like for example in building and construction (insulation, laminates and coatings).Food Preservation AdditivesPhenols are used to produce synthetic phenolic compounds (antioxidants) like butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) and tertiary-butylhydroquinone (TBHQ).OtherIntermediate in organic synthesisPlant protection chemicalsPackaging:Bulk
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Cepsa Phenol
Applications: Chemical Manufacturing, Resin Manufacturing, Polycarbonates Manufacturing
Product Families: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), Solvents & Carriers, Carriers, Diluents, Solvents & Solubilizers
Chemical Family: Phenols & Phenolics
End Uses: Polycarbonate Resins Manufacturing, Laminates Manufacturing, Epoxy Resin Manufacturing
Labeling Claims: Halal, Kosher, Low Water Content
Benefit Claims: Low Color
Phenol (CAS: 108-95-2) results from splitting cumene hydroperoxide with sulphuric acid. Cumene (isopropylbenzene) is obtained through the catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene, using a solid bed catalyst.Phenol has excellent solubility in alcohol, ether, chloroform, glycerin, carbon disulfide, and aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons.Cepsa Phenol is Kosher and Halal certified. High purity 99.98%, low color and low water content.Sustainable Solutions:Cepsa Chemicals is a pioneer in more sustainable solutions, being the first phenol producer with ISCC+ certification (International Sustainability Carbon Certification) for both Phenol and Acetone products. The Cepsa site in Spain uses 100% renewable electricity.Applications:Bisphenol A (BPA)Phenol is mainly used in the production of Bisphenol A (BPA), an intermediate in the manufacturing of Polycarbonate and Epoxy Resins.CaprolactamPhenol is also used to produce caprolactam through the Nylon 6 route.DyesSubstituted phenols are used in the dye industry to make intensely colored azo-dyes.DisinfectantsPhenol is used in low concentrations as a disinfectant in household cleanersPhenolic ResinsPhenolic resins account for a large percentage of the phenol production. Phenolic resins are used in several industries and applications, like for example in building and construction (insulation, laminates and coatings).Food Preservation AdditivesPhenols are used to produce synthetic phenolic compounds (antioxidants) like butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) and tertiary-butylhydroquinone (TBHQ).OtherIntermediate in organic synthesisPlant protection chemicalsPackaging:Bulk
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