Ingredient Information

Function

Propellants are vaporized into pressurized gas. They are used to make carbonated drinks, whipped cream and cooking-oil spray. The function of a propellant is to incorporate pressurized gas into the product. A propellant is a substance that produces gas under pressure. Liquid propellants, such as nitrous oxide, are used in food.

Other Use and Industries

Propellants are used in the manufacture of fuel. Rocket fuel, jet fuel and gasoline are all used in propellants. Propellants are used in cosmetics to make sprays like deodorants and perfumes. Propellants are used to make cleaning products and insecticides as well. Solid propellants are used to make weapons.

Health Effects

Propellants in asthma sprays are known to be one of the causes of coughing and bronchospasm. Propellants are known to have carcinogenic properties. Excess consumption and usage is unhealthy.

Origins

Propellants have been in use since the 1990s. Their main application was in rocket and other fuels.