Turpentine
Mixtures of bicyclic monoterpene hydrocarbons C10H16 = 136.24.
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Colour, Hazen Unit (HU) maximum | 100 |
| Specific Gravity @ 20º C | 0.858 - 0.865 |
| Ash Content | Nil |
| TYPICAL PROPERTIES | |
| Refractive index @ 20ºC | 1.465 – 1.468 |
| Distillation Range : Initial | 161-165º C |
| 95 ml | 170-180º C |
| Flash Point (TCC) | above 35ºC |
| Odour | Terpenic |
| REGULATORY/ CLASSIFICATIONS | |
| CAS No. | 8006-24-2 |
| Shipping Name | Double Distilled Turpentine |
| UN | N.A |
| TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION | |
| LD50 Oral (rat) | N.A |
| LD50 Dermal (rabbit) | N.A |
| Skin Irritation (20% in petrolatum) | No irritation |
| Skin sensitization (20% in petrolatum) | No sensitization Undiluted liquid may cause skin and eye irritation |
APPLICATIONS
- In resins, lacquers, waxes, alkyd resins, rosins, printing inks, belt dressings & polishes as an excellent solvent.
- In paints, varnishes, oils & enamels, as a thinner.
- In preparation of mild fumigent, formulations, disinfectants & insecticides.