Solvents
REACH
Turpentine oil
CAS Number
8006-64-2
EC Number
232-350-7
FEMA Number
FEMA 3089
What is Turpentine oil?
Turpentine oil (CAS 8006-64-2), also sold as spirit of turpentine or wood turpentine, is a pine-derived solvent distilled from resinous wood or gum exudates. FEMA 3089.
Where is Turpentine oil used?
- Coatings: solvent and diluent in architectural and industrial coatings, thinning oil-based paints, varnishes and alkyd formulations
- Adhesives and sealants: carrier solvent in natural rubber-based contact adhesives and resin-modified formulations
- Rubber and tire industry: compounding where pine-derived solvents are specified for natural rubber compatibility
- Printing inks: incorporated into oil-based ink systems to adjust viscosity and drying behaviour
- It serves as a practical alternative to petroleum-based solvents.
Good to know: Standard commercial grades include gum turpentine and wood turpentine, with specifications varying by distillation source and regional market requirements.
Commercial specifications
- Drum and IBC quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
wood turpentine|spirit of turpentine|oil of turpentine|turps|Turpentine, Turpentine oil|Turpentine spirits
What are the physical properties of Turpentine oil?
Melting Point -60--50 °C
Boiling Point 154-170 °C
Density 0.854-0.868 g/cm³ @ Temp: 25 °C
Flash Point 86 °F
Appearance Turpentine is the oleoresin from species of Pinus Pinacea trees. The crude oleoresin (gum turpentine) is a yellowish, sticky, opaque mass and the distillate (oil of turpentine) is a colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic odor. Chemically, it contains: alpha-pinene; betapinene; camphene, monocyclic terpene; and terpene alcohols.
Color Clear Colorless
Odor Pungent
Form Liquid
Water Solubility Insoluble in water
Vapor Pressure 4 mm Hg ( −6.7 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.515
Log P 0.78-6.3 at 20℃
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Turpentine oil?
HS Code 38051000
UN Number 1299
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 2