SUBSCRIBER NOTE: Platts to refine European hexane specifications

Following market feedback, Platts has decided to set a minimum n-hexane content specification of 45% and to remove the maximum content, currently set at 60%, in European hexane methodology. In addition, Platts has decided to set a maximum benzene content of 50 ppm and a maximum sulphur content of 200 ppm. Currently, Platts' European hexane methodology states that traded volume specifications should adhere to a minimum C6 (hexane, isomers, and methyl-cyclopentane) content of 98%. Product should have a maximum n-hexane content of 60%. Minimum boiling temperature of 65-70 degrees Celsius for food grade, 60-95 degrees C for adhesive grades. Platts plans to launch the methodology revisions on January 11, 2016. Please send any comments and queries to pl_petchems_ln@platts.com. For written comments, please provide a clear indication if comments are not intended for publication by Platts for public viewing. Platts will consider all comments received and will make comments not marked as confidential available upon request.