CAS 64741-49-7 · Petroleum Distillate
Mineral Spirits
White Spirit / Stoddard Solvent · C₉–C₁₂ Petroleum Distillate
The most widely used petroleum-based solvent for paints, coatings, and industrial cleaning. Mineral spirits' slow evaporation, broad compatibility, and low cost make it the go-to thinner and degreaser across construction, manufacturing, and maintenance. Texas-Chem supplies standard and low-odor grades in drums, totes, and bulk.
Composition
C₉–C₁₂ Hydrocarbons
Boiling Range
150–200 °C
Solubility
Practically insoluble
Pack Sizes
Drums · Totes · Bulk
Composition Diagram
Complex mixture of C₉–C₁₂ aliphatic, alicyclic, and aromatic hydrocarbons from petroleum distillation
Safety & Regulatory
- NFPA Health
- 1 — Slight hazard
- NFPA Flammability
- 2 — Moderate hazard
- NFPA Reactivity
- 0 — Stable
- OSHA PEL (TWA)
- 500 ppm (2,900 mg/m³)
- ACGIH TLV (TWA)
- 100 ppm
- DOT Hazard Class
- 3 — Combustible Liquid
- UN Number
- UN 1300
- Packing Group
- III
SDS available upon request.
Grades & Packaging
Available Grades
Pack Sizes
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Composition | C₉–C₁₂ aliphatic/alicyclic hydrocarbons |
| CAS Number | 64741-49-7 |
| Boiling Range | 150–200 °C (302–392 °F) |
| Flash Point | 38–62 °C (100–144 °F) — Combustible |
| Density | 0.760–0.800 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1–0.5 kPa at 20 °C |
| Solubility in Water | Practically insoluble |
| Aromatic Content | 14–22% (standard); <1% (dearomatized) |
| Evaporation Rate | Slow (relative to diethyl ether = 1) |
| Auto-ignition Temp. | ~260 °C (500 °F) |
| Explosive Limits | 0.8% – 6.5% (v/v in air) |
| Color | Water-white to pale yellow |
Industrial Applications
Paint Thinner
The most widely used paint thinner for oil-based paints, alkyd enamels, and varnishes. Slow evaporation improves brush flow and leveling.
Metal Degreasing
Effective degreaser for metal parts, machinery, and tooling. Removes oils, greases, and light waxes without aggressive attack on most substrates.
Cleaning & Maintenance
General-purpose cleaner for brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and industrial surfaces. Low-odor grades preferred for enclosed spaces.
Asphalt & Bitumen
Solvent for bituminous coatings, roofing compounds, and asphalt-based sealants in construction and waterproofing applications.
Lubricants & Waxes
Carrier solvent in furniture polishes, car waxes, and industrial lubricant formulations requiring slow evaporation.
Pesticide Formulations
Carrier and diluent in oil-based pesticide concentrates and emulsifiable concentrate (EC) formulations for agricultural use.
Why Source Mineral Spirits from Texas-Chem?
- 35+ years supplying petroleum solvents to Texas manufacturers
- Standard, low-odor, and dearomatized grades available
- Flexible packaging from 55-gal drums to bulk tanker delivery
- Competitive pricing backed by top-tier producer relationships
- Technical support and SDS documentation with every order
- Same-day quotes for standard quantities