
Turpentine
Also known as: Gum turpentine, spirit of turpentine, pine oil of turpentine
A natural pine-derived solvent and the feedstock for terpene chemistry. Gum / wood turpentine, technical grade. Available ex-stock UAE.
- CAS No.
- 8006-64-2
- Grade
- Gum / wood turpentine, technical grade
- Packing
- 180 kg MS drum · 1000 L IBC
Turpentine is a natural pine-derived solvent and the feedstock for terpene chemistry. We carry it within our oils & hydrocarbons line and supply it to manufacturers across the UAE, the GCC and East Africa.
It is supplied as clear colourless to pale yellow liquid with a strong pine odour, in gum / wood turpentine, technical grade, with an assay of alpha-pinene 60% min. The CAS number is 8006-64-2.
Applications of Turpentine
Typical applications include:
- Natural thinner for oil paints and varnishes
- Feedstock for camphor, terpineol and pine chemicals
- Fragrance and flavour intermediate
- Wood finishing and furniture polish formulation
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 180 kg MS drum · 1000 L IBC. Store in cool, dark, ventilated flammable store — oxidises on air exposure. Shelf life is 12 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Buying Turpentine in the UAE
| CAS No. | 8006-64-2 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid with a strong pine odour |
| Grade | Gum / wood turpentine, technical grade |
| Purity / Assay | Alpha-pinene 60% min |
| Alpha-pinene | 60% min |
| Boiling range | 150–180 °C |
| Flash point | 33 °C |
| Specific gravity (20 °C) | 0.855–0.870 |
| Hazard class | UN 1299, Class 3 |
| Packing | 180 kg MS drum · 1000 L IBC |
| Storage | Cool, dark, ventilated flammable store — oxidises on air exposure |
| Shelf life | 12 months |
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
- Natural thinner for oil paints and varnishes
- Feedstock for camphor, terpineol and pine chemicals
- Fragrance and flavour intermediate
- Wood finishing and furniture polish formulation
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