Solvent 406 is a clear, colorless industrial solvent with high solvency, widely used in paints, resins, adhesives, and various chemical processes. Its moderate volatility and compatibility with many organic compounds make it ideal for industrial applications.

Features

• Colorless and transparent
• Flammable with medium boiling point
• Soluble in most common organic solvents

Applications

• Solvent for paints, resins, and adhesives
• Thinner and viscosity regulator for industrial coatings
• Industrial cleaning and degreasing

Technical Specifications

• Chemical Formula: Not specified (depends on composition)
• Molecular Weight: –
• Density: Approx. 0.85–0.88 g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 130–160°C (approx.)
• Melting Point: –
• Water Solubility: Practically insoluble
• Color: Colorless
• Odor: Typical industrial solvent odor

Hazards and Safety

• Flammability: Keep away from heat, flames, and sparks.
• Skin and Eye Contact: Gloves and safety goggles recommended.
• Inhalation: High concentrations may affect the central nervous system.
• Environmental: Avoid release into water and soil.

Packaging and Storage

• Packaging: 200-liter steel drums, IBC, safety containers
• Storage: Cool, dry, ventilated area, away from oxidizing agents

Industrial Applications

• Paints, resins, and adhesives industries
• Thinner and viscosity regulator for coatings
• Industrial cleaning and degreasing

Industrial solvents similar to 406 have been used since the 1980s as thinners in paints and resin production, significantly improving coating uniformity and surface quality.

A 2022 study demonstrated that industrial solvents like 406 in acrylic coating formulations can improve surface finish and durability. Source