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Petroleum Spirit 40-60 (Glass Distilled)

Price: £12.95
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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Thursday the 11th September 2025*
In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)
4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)
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Unfortunately, we are not currently accepting orders for Northern Ireland.

We can only ship to the following postcodes where a Royal Mail postal option has been chosen at checkout.

AB, DD, DG3, DG4, DG6 - DG9, EH, FK, G, HS, IM, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO30 - PO41, TD, TR21 - TR25, ZE

* We will always try to ship as early as possible. Delivery could be much quicker than stated but is not guaranteed
  • Solvent in various industrial and laboratory applications
  • Cleaning agent and degreaser
  • Paint thinner and varnish remover
  • Starting material in the production of other chemicals
  • Fuel for certain types of engines (although this use is less common due to safety concerns)

It is important to handle Petroleum Spirit 40-60 with care, as it is highly flammable and poses a potential fire hazard. Proper safety measures should be taken when using or storing this substance.

Petroleum Spirit 40-60, also known as petroleum naphtha, is a mixture of liquid hydrocarbons that are derived from petroleum. The 40-60 in its name indicates the range of its boiling points, which are typically between 40 and 60 degrees Celsius.

Petroleum Spirit 40-60 is a clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic odour. It is highly flammable and should be handled with care. It is primarily used as a solvent in various industrial and laboratory applications, including as a cleaning agent, a degreaser, and a paint thinner.

In addition to its use as a solvent, Petroleum Spirit 40-60 is sometimes used as a fuel for certain types of engines, although this use is less common due to the availability of safer and more efficient fuels. It may also be used as a starting material in the production of other chemicals.

Overall, Petroleum Spirit 40-60 is a versatile solvent that is widely used in various industrial and laboratory applications due to its low boiling point and good solvent properties. However, it should be handled with caution due to its highly flammable nature.

Packing Group: 2

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Cas No: 64742-49-0
Einecs No: 265-151-9
UN1268

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