EINECS number 246-772-4

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CAS number 25265-78-5

BAB, branched alkyl benzene, (also called branched dodecylbenzene DDB) is a petrochemical produced through alkylation of benzene by propylene tetramer. It is a clear and limpid non corrosive liquid, with a high oxidative and thermal stability. Its hydrolysis stability is also very high. BAB is used in surfactant industry, plasticizer, solvent and base stock for metal working fluids like cutting oil, metal lamination, chemical intermediate synthesis, chemical additives. The combination of BAB superior thermal and lubricant

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EINECS number 203-806-2

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CAS number 110-82-7

Cyclohexane is an acyclic hydrocarbon from the Cycloalkane family. It is used as a non polar solvent in the chemical industry and a reactant in industrial production of Adipic acid and caprolactam, intermediates in Nylon production.

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EINECS number 204-626-7

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CAS number 123-42-2

Diacetone alcohol or DAA is an oxygenated solvent derived from acetone which has two alcohol and ketone functionalities.   It is the solvent of choice for many inks and coatings, including coil coatings, wood varnishes, and architectural coatings.  It is also used in the treatment of textiles and leather and is an excellent cleaning solvent.  It is a good solvent for many organic peroxides.

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EINECS number 203-872-2

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CAS number 111-46-6

Diethylene glycol (DEG) is a colorless, practically odorless and hygroscopic liquid organic compound.

It has a sweetish taste and is miscible in water, alcohol, ether, acetone, and ethylene glycol.

Diethylene glycol is used in the manufacture of unsaturated polyester resins, polyurethanes, plasticizers, as a building block in organic synthesis, e.g. of morpholine and 1,4-dioxane.

It is a solvent for nitrocellulose, resins, dyes, oils, other organic compounds, a humectant for tobacco, cork, printing ink, glue and in brake fluid.

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EINECS number 203-202-9

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CAS number 104-43-8

Paradodecylphenol is a yellow colored liquid. It is used in industrial and institutional surfactants, phosphite antioxidants for rubber and plastics, lube oil additives (corrosion inhibitor), agricultural chemicals, aromatic oils, germicides, anti-sludge agents.

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CAS number 30025-38-8

Ethyl DIPROXITOL is a colourless, hygroscopic, high boiling liquid with a mild odour. It is miscible in any proportion with water and many organic solvents and has good solvent power for nitrocellulose and dyestuffs.
It is used as an intermediate and in formulations in industrial, professional or consumer applications, mainly in surface coatings and printing inks and paints, cleaners, agrochemical or de-icing/anti-icing formulations.

EINECS number 216-374-5

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CAS number 1569-02-4

Ethyl Proxitol is a colorless, hygroscopic propylene glycol ether. Used in the surface coatings industry and printing inks and to regulate flow, leveling and coalescence. Possesses good volatility, viscosity and solvent power. Ethyl Proxitol can be used as a coupling agent. Used in adhesives.

EINECS number 940-726-3

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CAS number 185857-36-7

EINECS number 942-085-5

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CAS number 1809170-78-2

GTL Solvent GS1927 is a member of the product range that is derived from Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) technology . This technology delivers highly paraffinic products of constant composition. GTL products are typically very low in odour to even odourless . In addition sulphur, olefins, and aromatics levels are very low and even undetectable.
GTL Solvent GS1927 is a wider boiling range product, designed to meet the performance requirements of applications that favour characteristics such as constant quality, very low odour and impurities, but also a high flash point, balanced volatility, low viscosity and density, and a very low sooting tendency.

EINECS number 940-727-9

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CAS number 18437281-03-2

GTL Solvent GS215 is a member of the product range that is derived from Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) technology . This technology delivers highly paraffinic products of constant composition. GTL products are typically very low in odour to even odourless . In addition sulphur, olefins, and aromatics levels are very low and even undetectable.

EINECS number 940-728-4

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CAS number 1174918-46-7

GTL Solvent GS250 is a member of the product range that is derived from Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) technology . This technology delivers highly paraffinic products of constant composition. GTL products are typically very low in odour to even odourless . In addition sulphur, olefins, and aromatics levels are very low and even undetectable.

EINECS number 940-730-5

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CAS number 1437281-01-0

GTL Solvent GS270 is a member of the product range that is derived from Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) technology . This technology delivers highly paraffinic products of constant composition. GTL products are typically very low in odour to even odourless . In addition sulphur, olefins, and aromatics levels are very low and even undetectable.

EINECS number 940-734-7

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CAS number 1437280-85-7

GTL Solvent GS310 is a member of the product range that is derived from Gas-To-Liquid (GTL) technology . This technology delivers highly paraffinic products of constant composition. GTL products are typically very low in odour to even odourless . In addition sulphur, olefins, and aromatics levels are very low and even undetectable.

EINECS number 270-954-2

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CAS number 68512-02-7

HBAB, Heavy Branched Alkylbenzene, is derived from the production of BAB. It is a clear and limpid, non corrosive liquid.

HBAB has a good hydrolytic stability and solvency with a high thermal stability.

Heavy Branched Alkylbenzenes are chemicals of choice in lubricant formulation, metal working fluids, silicone extender, heat transfer fluid, refrigeration compressor lubricants…

HBAB range covers four grades differentiated by the ISO VG kinematic viscosity at 40°C:

• HBAB 32
• HBAB 46
• HBAB 68
• HBAB 100

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EINECS number 285-591-5

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CAS number 85117-41-5

HLAB (Heavy alkyl benzenes) is derived from LAB. It’s a clear and limpid non corrosive liquid.

HLAB has a good hydrolytic stability and solvency with a high thermal stability.

Heavy Linear Alkylbenzenes are chemicals of choice in lubricant formulation and metal working fluids.

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EINECS number 265-151-9

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CAS number 64742-49-0

Hexane Extraction Grade is manufactured to the high standards required by the food and extraction industry. The solvent contains about 50% n-hexane, with a similar content of other hexane isomers. It is very low in aromatics, olefins and other impurities.

EINECS number 265-151-9

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CAS number 64742-49-0

Hexane Polymerisation Grade is manufactured to the high standards required by the polymerisation industry. The solvent contains about 50% n-hexane, with a similar content of other hexane isomers. It is very low in impurties such as aromatics, olefins, carbonyls and acid substances.

Pentanols – 99% (Isoamyl Alcohol)

Isoamyl Alcohol (at a minimum purity of 99%), is a mixture of isomers 3-methyl, 1-butanol and 2-methyl , 1-butanol, with a preponderance of the first (aproximately 85%). The raw material used by PETROM in the production of Isoamyl Alcohol is fusel oil, which in turn is a byproduct of the distilling of ethyl alcohol (ethanol).

Applications: The main applications of Isoamyl Alcohol are:

– the manufacturing of paints and varnishes, to produce isoamyl acetate;

– the manufacturing of plasticizers for the production of DIAP (DiisoAmyl phthalate);

– the manufacturing of perfumes, for the recovery of oils and essences;

– the synthesis of fragrances and aromas;

– the production of isoamyl salicylate, applied widely in soaps and cosmetic fragrances;

– the purification of phosphoric acid, acting as an extraction solvent.

– the production of Xanthates (mining industry)

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EINECS number 265-151-9

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CAS number 64742-49-0

Isohexane LNH is a narrow boiling range, C6 hydrocarbon solvent with less than 3.5% n-hexane content. It is made from hydrogenated feedstock. Isohexane LNH is used as a solvent and diluent in quick-drying lacquers, paints, varnishes and inks. Possesses very low aromatics and olefins content.

EINECS number 201-142-8

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CAS number 78-78-4

Isopentane contains a minimum of 95% isopentane. It is used for its high volatility, high purity and low odour.

EINECS number 201-126-0

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CAS number 78-59-1

Isophorone or IP is an oxygenated solvent derived from acetone with one ketone group.  It is an excellent solvent for a wide range of coatings and inks.  It is also synthesis intermediate for the production of chloroxylenol (A key antimicrobial) and also synthetic Vitamin E.  It is used as an extraction solvent and in frothers and grinding aids.

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EINECS number 200-661-7

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CAS number 67-63-0

Isopropyl Alcohol is used in a variety of applications including as a solvent for industrial processes and coating; as a component in cleaning, car care and deicing products; as a wetting agent for printing inks and as a feedstock in the manufacture of ester.

EINECS number 284-660-7

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CAS number 84961-70-6

LAB (linear alkyl benzene) is the main feedstock for the production of LABSA (Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonate) which is the most widely used raw material in the world for powder and liquid laundry detergents.  LAB is also used as a speciality solvent and as a component in some heat transfer fluids.

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EINECS number 252-104-2

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CAS number 34590-94-8

Methyl DIPROXITOL is a colourless, hygroscopic,high boiling liquid with a mild odour. It is miscible in any proportion with water and many organic solvents and has a good solvent power for nitrocellulose and dyestuffs.
This substance is used in the following products: coating products, anti-freeze products and lubricants and greases.

EINECS number 201-159-0

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CAS number 78-93-3

Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK or 2-butanone) is a colourless, low viscosity liquid with a mild odour similar to that of acetone. It is completely miscible with many organic liquids, but miscible with water to only a limited extent. With natural and synthetic resins, MEK produces solutions with low viscosity and high solids content.
MEK has exceptionally good solvency for many synthetic and natural resins that are used in the formulation of printing inks, lacquers, and other types of coatings.

EINECS number 203-550-1

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CAS number 108-10-1

Methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK) is the organic compound with the formula (CH3)2CHCH2C(O)CH3. This colourless liquid, a ketone, is used as a solvent for gums, resins, paints, varnishes, lacquers, and nitrocellulose.

EINECS number 203-539-1

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CAS number 107-98-2

Methyl Proxytol is an organic solvent with a wide variety of industrial and commercial uses. Similar to other glycol ethers, it is used as a carrier/solvent in printing/writing inks and paints/coatings. It also finds use as an industrial and commercial paint stripper. It is used as an antifreeze in diesel engines.

EINECS number 203-603-9

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CAS number 108-65-6

Methyl PROXITOL acetate is a colourless, neutral propylene oxide-based glycol ether acetate with a mild odour and a volatility, viscosity and solvent power similar to those of ethylene glycol-based glycol ether acetates.

EINECS number 203-473-3

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CAS number 107-21-1

Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) is a colorless, practically odorless and viscous liquid organic compound.

It has a sweetish taste and is miscible in water, alcohol, ether, acetone, and ethylene glycol.

Mono Ethylene Glycol is primarily used as a raw material in the manufacture of polyester fibers and fabric industry and polyethylene terephthalate resins (PET) used in bottling. A small percent is also used in other applications such as antifreeze formulations and other products.

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EINECS number 200-338-0

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CAS number 57-55-6

MPG is a clear, viscous liquid. There are 2 different grades of MPG- MPGI (Industrial) and MPG USP grade.

General MPGI applications include surfactants, food packaging, UPR resins, coolant, anti-freeze, and coating.

While, MPG USP is used in the food, cosmetic, and flavourings industries.

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EINECS number 203-692-4

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CAS number 109-66-0

n-Pentane (Hydrocarbons 95%) is an aliphatic hydrocarbon solvent. n-Pentane (Hydrocarbons 95%) is suited as a high-purity solvent in crystallization, extraction, HPLC and SMB chromatography processes. Recommended for printing inks applications.

EINECS number 307-301-9

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CAS number 97593-01-6

Nonene is an alkene, also called propylene trimer with an average carbon number of nine. It is a branched olefin oligomer produced by polymerisation of propylene.

Nonene is a key building block for major chemical compounds.

Nonene derivated chemicals are used in wire and cable coatings, electrical insulation, automotive interiors and coated fabrics and for Polyvinylchloride (PVC) flexibilisation.

Nonene can be used to produce other chemical intermediates such as alkyl phenols. Those intermediates yield to detergents and cleaners, as well as antioxidants used in crankcase lubricating oils.

Equilex is a leading distributor of Nonene in the world. Feel free to contact us for your supplies in nonene.

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EINECS number 202-422-2

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CAS number 95-47-6

Equilex Chemicals is now an importer of high purity orthoxylene into the European Union. OX is extracted from mixed xylene streams and it is the key raw material in the production of phthalic anhydride. OX derivatives are used in a wide range of resins, plasticisers, medicines and dye products.

Pentane 80/20 is a blend of 80% n-pentane and 20% isopentane. It is a very fast evaporating hydrocarbon solvent and low in impurities such as sulphur, olefins, benzene and total aromatics. Examples of end uses for this solvent are blowing agent, electronic cleaning and polymerisation.

EINECS number 64742-49-0

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CAS number 265-151-9

SBP 100/140 is a C7-C9 hydrocarbon solvent. Being made from hydrogenated feedstock, its aromatics and olefins content is very low.

EINECS number 265-151-9

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CAS number 64742-49-0

SBP 60/95 is a C6 -C7 hydrocarbon solvent with a n-hexane content of less than 3%. Being made from hydrogenated feedstock, its aromatics and olefins content is very low.

EINECS number 265-151-9

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CAS number 64742-49-0

SBP 80/110 is a C6- C7 hydrocarbon solvent with an n-hexane content of less than 5%. Being made from hydrogenated feedstock, its aromatics and olefins content is very low.

EINECS number 285-591-5

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CAS number 85117-41-5

FuSyn 22 is a newly patented chemical produced by Formosan Union Chemical Corporation (FUCC) – Taiwan.

FuSyn 22 has been developed using FUCC owned catalyst technologies and its long term expertise in alkylation (alkyl benzene, nonlphenol…)

FuSyn 22 found his main applications in lubricants formulations, refrigeration oil, intermediate for synthesis like sulfonation.

FuSyn 22 offers the following properties:

• Very high thermal and oxidation resistance
• High hydrolysis performance
• High solvency and low volatility.

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EINECS number 298-697-1

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CAS number 93821-12-6

Propylene tetramer is an oligomer produced by the polymerization of propylene, with an average carbon number of twelve. This olefin is branched and frequently referred to as dodecene.

Dodecene is a chemical feedstock to produce chemical intermediates such as dodecylbenzene, dodecylphenol, tridecylalcohol, T-dodecylmercaptan.

Major applications, shared by derivatives of dodecene, include plasticizers, surfactants, lubricating oil additives, specialty chemicals and industrial coatings. Download our Technical Data Sheet

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