Imported C9 Solvent 0.86
The C9 Aromatic Hydrocarbons Solvents Category is comprised of a petroleum naphtha refinery stream, “Solvent naphtha, (petroleum), light aromatic,” (CAS RN 64742-95-6; hereafter referred to as C9 aromatic. naphtha), from which the other, more chemically pure members of this category are isolated.
Uses in manufacturing
- Paints and coatings: C9 solvent is used in paints, paint thinners, and coatings for ships, vehicles, and bridges
- Printing: C9 solvent is used in printing inks, offset inks, and printing reducers
- Rubber: C9 solvent is used in polychloroprene rubber, hot-melt adhesives, and pressure sensitive adhesives
- Concrete: C9 solvent is used in concrete curing compounds
- Pesticides: C9 solvent is used in pesticides and agrochemicals
- Fuel: C9 solvent is used as fuel in food industry ovens, stoves, burners, and furnaces
- Road markings: C9 solvent is used for hot road markings
Other uses
- In lubricants and greases
- In plant protection products
- In washing and cleaning products
- In fertilizers
- In polymers
- In oil and gas exploration or production
Safety precautions
- Store C9 solvent in a cool, well-ventilated area
- Keep containers closed and handle with care
- Open containers slowly to control pressure release
- Store containers on a grounded and bonded surface
