Petrochemicals

Petrochemicals are chemical products derived from petroleum (crude oil) or natural gas. These chemicals are used as raw materials in the manufacturing of a wide range of products, including plastics, fertilizers, synthetic fibers, detergents, and pharmaceuticals. Petrochemical production involves refining crude oil or natural gas to extract hydrocarbons, which are then processed further to create more specialized chemicals. These hydrocarbons are typically composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms and can be transformed into both basic and complex chemicals through various chemical reactions.