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What is a Naptha Solvent? 

What is a Naptha solvent? A naptha solvent is a chemical product comprised of volatile and extremely flammable liquid hydrocarbons used often in the chemical breakdown of crude oil for conversion to gasoline products. Naptha solvents have been around for many centuries, understood to have originated in the middle east Baku provinces of Iran and Azerbaijan, where it was extracted from ground sources. Naptha, also known as Naphtha, is commonly used to describe various types of oils that come from crude, coal-tar, oil-sands, shale etc. 

Another common use of naptha is as a solvent. Naptha solvent is very strong and versatile, often used in hydrocarbon cracking, laundry soaps, and cleaning fluids among other applications. 

Naptha solvents are considered very hazardous chemicals and users should use PPE (personal protective equipment) when handling these chemicals, to prevent injury.

It is understood that the etymology (origin) of the term Naptha, comes from the Greek word  Naphtha which translates as bitumen. Bitumen is a common byproduct of refined oils and is commonly used in road construction. 

Here at Ecolink, we offer Naptha solvents for use by the military, oil refiners, asphalt companies, and as a cleaning liquid for heavier cleaning applications. 

If you need to find the right naptha solvent for your specific uses, consulting our resident chemists here at Ecolink is a great start.  

Benefits of shopping for Naptha Solvents with Ecolink 

  • Bulk Supply 5-55 Gallons
  • Expert Advice
  • 30 Years of Experience
  • Large Variety of Industrial Chemical Products
  • Eco-Friendly Chemical Alternatives
  • Affordable Pricing
  • Fast Shipping 

What Is a Naptha Solvent & Where Can They Be Purchased? 

If you are in need of naphtha solvents or would like to speak with expert chemists to find the best chemical products for your applications, Contact Ecolink here! Our team is here to consult with you and provide the solutions you are seeking while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

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