ShiraSol is a VOC-compliant, safe, low toxicity solvent that is an efficient, cost effective alternative to Mineral Spirits, Aromatic 100, Aromatic 150, Methyl Amyl Ketone, n-Butyl Acetate and other slow evaporating solvents. ShiraSol is formulated for use as a cleaner, primary or co-solvent in a variety of formulations involving aliphatic, aromatic and ketone solvent systems.
ShiraSol:
is formulated to be benzene-free
is non-carcinogenic
does not contain
- hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
- environmentally hazardous ingredients
- ozone depleting or creating chemicals
is considered “zero VOC” in all 50 states including SCAQMD*
is considered “zero VOC” solvent in Canada**
Advantages
ShiraSol:
has high purity, low toxicity and is biodegradable
is zero-VOC and therefore eliminates Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions
offers better solvency and safety compared to Mineral Spirits
has higher flash point than Mineral Spirits, Aromatic 100, Methyl Amyl Ketone and n-Butyl Acetate
has similar evaporation rate to Mineral Spirits
dries completely and leaves no surface residue
superior solvency and solubility
has excellent loading capacity
is 10 - 25% more efficient in viscosity reduction than Xylene
Uses
ShiraSol is designed for a variety of uses and purposes.
ShiraSol can be used as a chemical diluent for:
- as a paint thinner and diluent for paints, coatings, inks and adhesives
- in conjunction with cutting oils and as a thread cutting and reaming lubricant
- ink thinners used in making monoprints
- dissolution of a variety of polymers and resins
ShiraSol can also be used a primary or co-solvent in:
- aerosols, stains, wood preservatives, lacquers, varnishes, concrete and asphalt products
- release agents
- automobile cleaning products
- cleaners/degreasers
- liquid-filled compasses and gauges
- as an alternative to kerosene
- cleaning and unclogging screens after printing with oil-based textile and plastisol inks