Propane (/ ˈproʊpeɪn /) is a three- carbon chain alkane with the molecular formula C3H8. It is a gas at standard temperature and pressure, but becomes liquid when compressed for transportation and storage.
Propane is a fossil fuel that is often found alongside other gases, such as ethane, methane, butane, and other hydrocarbons. Propane is a byproduct of processing and refining these natural gases and crude oil.
Nearly 60,000 propane-powered forklifts were sold in the U.S. last year, making up a significant share of the forklift market. Propane is a clean, American-made fuel with very low emissions, making ...