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Sulfur

Product
Sulfur
Packaging
25 Kg Bags/ pallet / jumbo bag
Price
Negotiable
Payment Terms
Negotiable, T/T
Delivery Terms
FOB, CIF, CFR, CPT and FCA
Min Order
Negotiable
HS Code
390330
Sulfur is a common impurity found in crude oil and its refined products. During the refining process, sulfur-containing compounds are removed to meet environmental regulations and product specifications. This process is known as desulfurization.There are various methods for desulfurizing petroleum products, including:Hydrodesulfurization (HDS): 
This is the most widely used method for removing sulfur from petroleum products. It involves reacting sulfur compounds with hydrogen at high temperatures and pressures in the presence of a catalyst, typically a metal sulfide, such as cobalt or molybdenum. The sulfur compounds are converted into hydrogen sulfide, which can be further processed or removed.
Claus process: This method is used to recover sulfur from hydrogen sulfide gas produced during the refining process or from other industrial processes, such as natural gas processing. The Claus process involves converting hydrogen sulfide into elemental sulfur through a series of catalytic reactions and thermal processes.
Adsorption: Adsorption processes involve passing petroleum products through adsorbent materials, such as activated carbon or molecular sieves, to selectively remove sulfur compounds.
The sulfur removed during refining processes can be further processed and purified for use in various industries, such as agriculture, chemical manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. Alternatively, it can be converted into sulfuric acid, one of the most widely used industrial chemicals.

No.propertiesUnitTest MethodResult
1Purity (on dry basis)wt % Min.BS-411399.5 MIN
2Ash Contentwt % Max.BS-41130.02 – 0.2
3Moisturewt % Max.BS-4113< 0.3
4Acidity (as H2SO4)wt %BS-41130.001 – 0.05
5Bulk Density(kg / m3)BS-41131.45
6ARSENICP.P.MBS-4113TRACE
7SELENIUMP.P.MBS-4113TRACE
8TELERIUMP.P.MBS-4113TRACE
9Cl- as Cl NaP.P.MBS-4113TRACE
10Color--YELLOW

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Sulfur emissions from crude oil refining contribute to air pollution and environmental degradation, leading to adverse effects on human health, ecosystems, and infrastructure. Sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions can cause respiratory problems, acidify soil and water, and corrode buildings and infrastructure.

  Refineries implement various strategies to reduce sulfur emissions, including upgrading refining processes, installing sulfur removal equipment, and using low-sulfur crude oil feedstocks. Additionally, regulatory agencies set limits on sulfur content in fuels and enforce emissions standards to protect air quality and public health.

Sulfur recovery units (SRUs) capture sulfur-containing gases emitted during refining and convert them into elemental sulfur, a valuable byproduct used in various industrial applications such as fertilizer production. By recovering sulfur from waste streams, refineries reduce emissions, minimize waste, and promote resource conservation and environmental sustainability.

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