Propane

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C3H8 · 44.1 g/mol

dimethyl methane · propyl hydride · Dimethylmethane · Propyldihydride

What is Propane?

The gas in a barbecue bottle and a camping stove. It liquefies under modest pressure, which is what lets a small cylinder hold so much fuel. from source

CategoryEveryday chemistry

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Fig. 1 · 2D structure RDKit

SMILESCCC

Where you'll find it

Fuel and flamewhat else is in it →Aerosol canswhat else is in it →

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Toxicity & hazards

DangerFlammableCompressed gasIrritantH220, H280, H336from source

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Compare with

Propane vs Butane Propane vs Methane

Sources & methodology

PubChem CID: 6334
Wikidata: Q131189
Structure: PubChem → RDKit
Similar molecules: MoleculeFinder fingerprint similarity
Everyday relationships: MoleculeFinder editorial curation
Data refreshed: September 13, 2026

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