C10-12 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE- ▸ Paint thinning: solvent and thinner for paints, varnishes, and coatings
- ▸ Parts cleaning: degreasing and cleaning solvent
- ▸ Extraction: extraction and process solvent
- ▸ Aerosols & preservatives: carrier solvent in aerosols and wood-preservative formulations
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Odorless mineral spirits (white spirit, CAS 64742-48-9) is a hydrotreated, deodorized petroleum distillate composed of aliphatic and alicyclic C7-C12 hydrocarbons. Established uses include paint and coating thinning, parts cleaning and degreasing, extraction, and service as a carrier solvent in aerosols and wood preservatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is odorless mineral spirits?
Odorless mineral spirits (white spirit, CAS 64742-48-9) is a hydrotreated, deodorized petroleum distillate composed of aliphatic and alicyclic C7-C12 hydrocarbons. It is supplied as an aliphatic solvent for industrial use.
What is the difference between mineral spirits and odorless (low odor) mineral spirits?
Odorless mineral spirits is hydrotreated to remove most aromatic hydrocarbons, which sharply reduces odor compared with conventional mineral spirits. Specifications and aromatic content are listed on the CoA and SDS.
What is odorless mineral spirits used for?
It is used to thin paints, varnishes, and coatings, for parts cleaning and degreasing, as an extraction and process solvent, and as a carrier solvent in aerosols and wood-preservative formulations.
What can I use instead of odorless mineral spirits?
Depending on the application, other aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents or distillate fractions can serve similar thinning, cleaning, or carrier roles. Match flash point, evaporation rate, and aromatic content to your process; we can advise on a comparable aliphatic grade.
How is bulk odorless mineral spirits supplied?
It is offered in drums, totes, and larger bulk volumes; the SDS covers flash point and handling. Send your quantity and destination for a quote; a CoA and SDS are provided with each order.