Turpentine

Turpentine (CAS 9005-90-7), also known commercially as Skipidar and pine gum, is a natural oleoresin-derived solvent distilled from pine trees.

Where is Turpentine used?

• Coatings: solvent and diluent that thins oil-based paints, varnishes and alkyd formulations, improving brushability and penetration into substrates
• Adhesives and sealants: carrier solvent controlling viscosity and open time in natural resin-based systems
• Rubber processing: processing aid and dispersant for blending resins and fillers into elastomer matrices
• Printing inks: solvent in oil-based formulations where controlled drying and flow properties are required
• It also serves as a solvent and diluent in chemical manufacturing.

Good to know: Gum turpentine and wood turpentine are the two primary commercial grades, differentiated by source and purity profile. Technical-grade material is the standard market offering, with specifications commonly aligned to regional pharmacopeial or industry standards such as USP, BP or EP.

Commercial specifications

• Drum and IBC quantities