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Propan, Butan, Isobutane (LPG)
Liquefied petroleum gases used as propellants in aerosol cleaning products. These are flammable hydrocarbons with low acute toxicity but pose inhalation and fire hazards.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Mar 24, 2026
Health score-2.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Flammability, inhalation hazard at high concentrations (asphyxiation risk), possible mild respiratory irritation, explosion risk
Benefits
Efficient propellant for aerosol delivery, low toxicity at typical use concentrations