Naphtha

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-018114",
  "term": "Naphtha",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. A generic term applied to a petroleum fraction with an approximate boiling range between 122 and 400 degrees Fahrenheit.\n\n2. Blendstock falling within the boiling range of gasoline which is composed of only hydrocarbons, is commonly or commercially known as naphtha, and is used to produce gasoline.\n\n3. (< 401°F). Generic term applied to a petroleum fraction with an approximate boiling range between 122 °F and 400 °F. The naphtha fraction of crude oil is the raw material for gasoline and is composed largely of paraffinic hydrocarbons.\n\n4. Blendstock or fuel blending component falling within the boiling range of gasoline, which is composed of only hydrocarbons, is commonly or commercially known as naphtha, and is used to produce gasoline or E85 (as defined in 40 CFR 1090.80) through blending.",
  "subject": "Chemical substances",
  "references": [
    "Greenhouse Gas Emissions",
    "40 CFR 80.1401 (CFR 2013)",
    "40 CFR 98.6 (CFR 2013)",
    "40 CFR 80.2 (CFR 2024)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/naphtha/"
}