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What are Varsol Fluids?
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What makes the Varsol Fluids unique among hydrocarbon fluids?
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Are different grades of Varsol Fluids available?
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What are the principal applications of Varsol Fluids?
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What is the percentage of aromatics in Varsol Fluids?
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Which fluid should be used to replace Stoddard solvent in dry cleaning?
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What are Varsol Fluids?
Varsol is ExxonMobil Chemical's brand name for a line of hydrocarbon fluids comprised of both aliphatic and aromatic components. These products are commonly referred to as either mineral spirits or white spirits, and boil in the range of 149 to 213ºC (300 to 415ºF). Mineral spirits are typically clear, petroleum-based distillates. They are sometimes also referred to as Stoddard solvents, often in connection with their historical use as dry cleaning fluids. In addition to the Varsol grades mentioned above, ExxonMobil Chemical also offers select higher-boiling grades for applications that need relatively high solvency and where quick evaporation is not desirable.
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What makes the Varsol Fluids unique among hydrocarbon fluids?
The broad grade slate that comprises the Varsol product family provides our customers with good flexibility when selecting fluids of the desired solvency and volatility. The Varsol brand name is one of the most widely recognized in the industry with global production and marketing capabilities to meet your needs.
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Are different grades of Varsol Fluids available?
Varsol Fluids are available from ExxonMobil Chemical in a number of different volatility / aromatic content combinations.
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What are the principal applications of Varsol Fluids?
Varsol Fluids can be used in a wide variety of applications, including thinners for paint and coatings, general purpose cleaners, dry cleaning fluids, fuel additives and asphalt viscosity reducers.
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What is the percentage of aromatics in Varsol Fluids?
Varsol grades are typically considered regular mineral spirits that have aromatic contents typically between 15 and 30 percent. Varsol grades that comply with the ruling of the U.S. State of California, Rule 102 (historically referred to as Rule 66) have aromatic contents typically between 4 to 8 percent (by volume).
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Which fluid should be used to replace Stoddard solvent in dry cleaning?
There are products available as an alternative to conventional, 100ºF flash, Stoddard solvents used in dry cleaning. Benefits include proven cleaning performance and reliable operation with less odor. Please contact your ExxonMobil Chemical representative for further information on products in your region.
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