Kian Petroleum Company is an international specialized petrochemical company producing various petroleum products such as diesel , mineral spirits , etc
Kian Petroleum Company is an international specialized petrochemical company producing various petroleum products such as diesel , mineral spirits , etc
White spirit Or Mineral spirits
White spirit (UK) or mineral spirits (US), also known as mineral turpentine, turpentine substitute, petroleum spirits, solvent naphtha (petroleum), varsol, Stoddard solvent, or, generically, “paint thinner”, is a petroleum-derived clear, transparent liquid used as a common organic solvent in painting and decorating
A mixture of aliphatic and alicyclic C7 to C12 hydrocarbons, white spirit is used as an extraction solvent, as a cleaning solvent, as a degreasing solvent and as a solvent in aerosols, paints, wood preservatives, lacquers, varnishes, and asphalt products. In western Europe about 60% of the total white spirit consumption is used in paints, lacquers and varnishes. White spirit is the most widely used solvent in the paint industry. In households, white spirit is commonly used to clean paint brushes after use
Overview
White spirit is a flammable, clear, colourless liquid. It is a mixture of chemicals known as petroleum hydrocarbons. Other common names for white spirit are Stoddard solvent, turpentine substitute, mineral spirit and paint thinner
Uses of white spirit
White spirit is used in paints, coatings, waxes, varnishes, adhesives, printing inks and liquid photocopier toners. In industry it is also used as a solvent for, cleaning, degreasing and substance extraction. In households, white spirit is commonly used to clean paint brushes or thin paint
Exposure to white spirit
The general population may be exposed to white spirit due to its use in various consumer products for example paints and varnishes, although such levels in these sources are unlikely to cause harm if the product is used correctly. Exposure may also occur in an occupational setting where white spirit is produced or used. However, safe limits are enforced to protect the employees; such levels are below those that are thought to cause harmful effects.