High-boiling aromatic solvents

Paint chemicals 2025-03-21

The naphthalene content in the product has strict requirements. High-boiling point aromatic solvent adopts the aromatic separation Technology of Tianjin University. It is obtained through distillation, freezing and centrifugation, which is more complicated than the common model, but is more environmentally friendly.

Possessing good solvency, low toxicity, free of chlorine and heavy metals, stable chemical and physical properties.

HIGH-BOILING AROMATIC SOLVENTS: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

Category Specifications
Product Type High-boiling aromatic hydrocarbons
Common Examples Aromatic 150, Aromatic 200, Solvesso 100/150
Boiling Range 180-290°C
Flash Point 65-110°C (PMCC)
Density (20°C) 0.86-0.95 g/cm³
Viscosity (25°C) 1.5-3.5 mPa·s
Evaporation Rate 0.01-0.05 (n-butyl acetate = 1)

KEY PROPERTIES

Property Performance Data
Solvency Power Excellent for resins, oils, rubber
Chemical Stability Resistant to oxidation
Odor Mild aromatic
Electrical Properties High dielectric strength
Compatibility Miscible with most organic solvents

TYPICAL COMPOSITION

Component Content (%)
C9-C12 Aromatics 85-98
Paraffins/Naphthenes 1-10
Olefins <1
Sulfur Content <10 ppm

APPLICATIONS

Industry Primary Uses
Coatings High-solids paints, baking enamels
Inks Gravure, flexo ink formulations
Adhesives Rubber-based adhesives
Cleaning Agents Industrial degreasers
Agriculture Pesticide formulations

SAFETY & HANDLING

Parameter Requirements
GHS Classification H304, H315, H336
PPE Gloves, goggles, ventilation
Storage Steel drums, away from ignition sources
Fire Fighting Foam, CO₂, dry chemical

ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE

Aspect Data
VOC Content 100%
Biodegradability <20% (28 days)
ODP 0
GWP <1 (CO₂ = 1)

COMPARISON WITH OTHER SOLVENTS

Property Aromatic 150 Mineral Spirits Glycol Ethers
Boiling Point (°C) 185-210 155-202 170-230
KB Value 90-100 30-35 50-60
Evaporation Rate 0.02 0.1 0.05

References:

  1. Industrial Solvents Handbook (5th Ed.) – Ernest W. Flick
  2. ASTM D86 – Standard Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products