Hydrotreated light naphtha (petroleum)

Hydrotreated light naphtha (petroleum), CAS 64742-49-0, also known as petroleum benzine, is a refined hydrocarbon solvent produced through catalytic hydrotreatment to reduce aromatic and sulfur content.

It functions as a low-odor, fast-evaporating carrier and cleaning solvent across a broad range of industrial formulations. In industrial and institutional cleaning, it serves as the primary solvent base.

This material is ideal for degreasers targeting metal parts, machinery, and hard surfaces where residue-free performance is critical. Coatings and adhesive formulators use it as a diluent to control viscosity.

It is frequently utilized to manage dry-film properties in solvent-borne systems. In metalworking, it is used in cutting fluids and rust-preventive compounds where a clean-burning solvent is required.

Low-sulfur solvents are essential to protect precision components during manufacturing. Printing ink manufacturers incorporate it into solvent-based ink formulations to adjust flow and drying speed.

Hydrotreated light naphtha is supplied as a clear liquid in bulk tanker, IBC, and drum formats. Technical-grade material is the standard commercial offering for most industrial applications.

Specifications are typically defined by distillation range, aromatic content, and sulfur level to meet end-use performance requirements. Buyers should confirm flash point range against their specific process.

Evaporation rates should be verified against formulation specifications. This ensures the solvent performs correctly within the intended industrial or chemical manufacturing environment.