hydrocarbonproducts
nounUK /ˌhaɪdrəˈkɑːbən ˈprɒdʌkts/
US /ˌhaɪdrəˈkɑːrbən ˈprɑːdʌkts/
Things made from oil and gas, like fuel for cars and plastic for toys.
The factory turns crude oil into hydrocarbon products such as gasoline and plastic.
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2. Chemicals made mainly of hydrogen and carbon, used to make many everyday items.
Plastics, paints, and detergents are all hydrocarbon products.
3. Fuels like petrol, diesel, and kerosene that come from refining oil.
The station sells hydrocarbon products for cars and trucks.
4. Materials produced by the petrochemical industry for manufacturing.
The plant supplies hydrocarbon products to make rubber and fibers.