naphtha

Naphtha is a light hydrocarbon commodity derived from crude oil refining, used as a primary feedstock for petrochemical production and as a fuel blendstock.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to price surges and supply concerns in Japan, prompting discussions about stockpiling and alternative production methods.

Latest on naphtha

• Japan flips to net importer of petrochemicals on naphtha price surge
• Japan aims to build naphtha reserves after Iran war shortages
• Japan's Kawasaki Heavy proposes making naphtha from hydrogen
• Bioplastic use rising in Japan amid naphtha woes
• Japan considering stockpiling naphtha again
• Japan narrows naphtha reliance on Middle East as supply shifts widen
• Naphtha, a flammable liquid processed from crude oil
• supply shifts widen

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