White Spirit (Stoddard Solvent / Mineral Spirits)
CAS Number: 64742-82-1
White spirit (Stoddard solvent, ≥98.0%) is a petroleum-derived aliphatic/naphthenic solvent blend with a boiling range of 140–200°C, widely used as a paint thinner, degreaser, and extraction solvent. Available in low-aromatic (Type 1) and dearomatized (Type 2) grades, it is the backbone solvent for alkyd paints, varnishes, and household cleaning products.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| purity (%) | ≥98.0 |
| boiling point (°C) | 140–200 (range) |
| aromatic content (%) | ≤20 (Type 1) or ≤1 (Type 2) |
| density (g/mL, 20°C) | 0.775–0.800 |
Applications
- Thinner for alkyd, oil, and gloss paints and varnishes
- Industrial degreaser for metal parts, machinery, and floors
- Dry-cleaning and textile spotting solvent
- Extraction solvent for waxes, fats, and natural resins
- Carrier solvent for pesticide and agrochemical formulations
Key Features
- Broad boiling range providing controlled, multi-stage evaporation ideal for alkyd paint systems
- Available in Type 1 (low aromatic) and Type 2 (dearomatized) grades for different VOC profiles
- Low cost and high availability making it the standard thinner for decorative coatings globally
- Tailor-made petroleum cuts available meeting specific customer flash point and boiling range requirements
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