Chemical Solvents
ARC International is also reputedly known as a leading suppliers, distributors and traders of Industrial solvents having an experience of more than seven years in this field we are successfully catering the industry having their requirements in the chemical and solvent based products.
We offer these solvents to our valuable customers at the most competitive rates, punctual and timely delivery of these products to our customers is one of the main futures of our organization.
Solvents can be used to thin paint, to make paint the desired consistency for application and to avoid clumps or globs. Solvents provide the necessary properties to make adhesives in building and construction work properly. Owing to the variety of solvents used in the industries, ARC Internationals is capable of offering many different solvents including Toluene, Xylene, Benzene, MEK, Ethanol, Methanol, Ethyl Acetate, N butanol, Butanol, Isopropyl Alcohol etc.
ACETONE
C9
Toluene
Xylene
Methanol
N Butanol
ISO Butanol
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK):
Ethanol 99.9 %
Extra Neutral Alcohol - ENA 96 % (Food & Pharma Grade)
ACETONE
Acetone is a remarkably strong product and an ideal chemical for applications ranging from thinning to cleaning
Acetone is the strongest and fastest evaporating product — a very useful set of qualities for both cleaning and thinning various types of resins, epoxies, vinyls, lacquers and adhesives. It is also known to be an excellent heavy-duty degreasing agent for industrial purposes.
Industrial acetone has countless uses, namely those that relate to professional thinning and cleaning the products listed above. Similarly, it is an excellent option for cleaning epoxy application tools, oil-based paint, varnish or polyurethane application tools, lacquer application tools, painting tools with dried coatings, new wood before finishing and fiberglass
C9
Aromatic hydrocarbons are a series of organic molecules that form flat ring-shaped bonds. Aromatic hydrocarbon C9 resins are conventionally named because it is defined by the number of carbon monomers in the chemical. C9 have a distinctive aromatic odor and a typical Gardner color of 6 – 10 (dark yellow to dark brown). It is insoluble in water, low alcohols and ketones, however are soluble in aliphatic hydrocarbons and chlorinated hydrocarbon solvents.
C9 is mainly used in adhesives, printing inks, sealants, polychloroprene rubber, concrete curing compounds, anti-drying agents and paints.
It has a good compatibility with SBR, SIS, SEBS and SEPS and can be used as a pressure sensitive adhesive, hot-melt adhesive and synthetic rubber.
C9 can also be applied to coatings on ships, vehicles and bridges because they will improve the luster, increase hardness and make areas more water resistant.
Within the printing industry, it will increase water resistance, solvent consumption and resistance to dry.
It is also used for hot road markings.
The end user markets for this product are the paints, coatings and rubber industries.
Toluene
Toluene is an industrial chemical used primarily as a solvent or thinner. It is also sometimes referred to as toluol. The chemical is water-insoluble liquid with very useful properties in industry, painting and art. One of its more attractive qualities is that it dries rapidly, making it ideal for several applications.
Toluene is an incredibly useful chemical and has a range of applications that run the gamut. As a solvent, toluene is a fast-drying chemical perfect for thinning paints, enamels, varnishes and alkyd resins — although it does have limits due to how strong it is. It is commonly used as a thinner for specialty paints and coatings because it can be too strong for many conventional coatings. However, that same strength makes it an excellent degreaser and all-purpose cleaner.
Xylene
The chemical xylene is an industrial-grade aromatic solvent. It is a type of liquid created through the distillation of petroleum, wood or coal tar. It is a common and highly popular petrochemical preferred for its capabilities in industrial production and more.
Xylene is widely considered to be one of the most reliable industrial chemicals, with a wide range of applications. Common xylene thinners are just the beginning. A few frequent applications include:
• Industrial cleaning. Xylene is ideal for heavy-duty cleaning applications. Its slow evaporation rate makes xylene a superior solvent for certain cleaning and degreasing applications. It effectively cleans oil-based paint, varnish or polyurethane application tools; lacquer and epoxy application tools; new wood before finishing and oil coatings before refinishing. Xylene can be used for degreasing bare metal and painted metal parts.
• Thinning. Xylol paint thinner can be used for oil-based paints or stains, lacquers, polyurethanes, epoxies, oil finishes, enamels, varnishes and alkyd resins — but only when the coating manufacturer recommends it as an approved thinner.
• Removing paint. It’s for more than thinning, as well. Xylene thinners are frequently used for removing paint. When handled safely and in a well-ventilated area, xylene can be a very effective paint remover.
• Degreasing. For metal and concrete surfaces, degreasing can be especially challenging. The nature of xylene is such that degreasing can be done both safely and effectively.
Methanol
Also known as methyl alcohol, methanol is the simplest alcohol with various qualities that make it ideal for commercial use. It is commonly used in the manufacturing of chemicals.
It is characterized by being colorless and highly flammable, which means extreme care must be exercised when using it. Methanol (methyl alcohol) also is toxic, especially when ingested or inhaled, so all proper safety protocols must be followed to ensure minimal risk to workers.
Despite the inherent dangers of methanol (methyl alcohol), it is a valuable and renewable resource produced from sustainable sources such as natural gas and biomass. Its lower carbon footprint and greater biodegradability compared to other chemicals makes it an ecofriendly alternative in many applications
N Butanol
n-Butanol (also known as normal butanol and n-butyl alcohol) is a primary alcohol with a molecular formula of C4H10O. It is a colorless liquid of medium volatility and a characteristic banana-like odor.
Applications. Normal butanol is used as a raw material for coating resins, butyl carboxylates such as butyl acetate, butyl acrylate, and glycol ethers. On the other hand, it is widely used as a solvent because many organic materials are soluble in it.
ISO Butanol
Isopropyl alcohol is a colorless, flammable, odorless chemical compound. It is used in the production of a wide range of industrial and home chemicals, and it is a frequent constituent in antiseptics, disinfectants, and detergents. It is found in a wide range of personal care and cosmetic products, including sunscreen, deodorant, perfumes, and other fragrances.
• The use of isopropyl alcohol in skincare products has the advantage of assisting in the dissolution of other skincare components, enabling them to be dispersed uniformly throughout the formulation.
• Isopropyl alcohol also eliminates germs, which is one of its key advantages. As a result, it is frequently used in hand sanitisers. This, together with the fact that isopropyl alcohol evaporates quickly, makes it an excellent component in both skincare and hand sanitiser products.
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK):
Methyl Ethyl Ketone, commonly known as MEK and 2-Butanone, is a colourless, volatile liquid with a sweet odour. It is a ketone, which means it has a carbonyl group in its molecular structure. MEK is soluble in water and many other organic solvents and is widely used in various industries due to its chemical properties.
MEK is primarily used as a solvent and in manufacturing plastics, synthetic rubber, paraffin wax, paints, inks, glues, and other chemical products. MEK is considered by some to be dangerous or hazardous. It’s been known to cause irritation to the skin, eyes, throat, and nose, as well as its flammable qualities.
Ethanol 99.9 %
We offer a wide selection of laboratory and pharmacopeia grade ethanol’s, ranging from 96% to 99.99% purity. Our ethanol’s are produced under strict quality control to ensure the highest level of purity and consistency. We are proud to deliver the highest quality product on the market, backed by our commitment to superior customer service. Our ethanol’s are ideal for laboratory and industrial applications. We offer customized production services as per your quality needs.
Extra Neutral Alcohol - ENA 96 % (Food & Pharma Grade)
Extra Neutral Alcohol – ENA 96 % (Food & Pharma Grade)
ENA, short for extra neutral alcohol, is ethanol with a minimum of 96% alcohol per volume. It can be made from raw materials such as sugarcane, molasses and grains like corn, rye, wheat, barley and rice. While widely used as the only existing food grade alcohol, its denatured form is very popular in more industrial sectors such as pharmaceuticals and electronics.
Packaging available: 200 Kgs HDPE, MS Drums & Tanker Load