Category Archives: Solvents

BS 245:1976 – Specification for mineral solvents (white spirit and related hydrocarbon solvents) for paints and other purposes

Available as PDF document for immediate download, or as printed publication – yes

Number of pages – 8 pages, A4

Manufacturer – BSI

Price – GBP 30

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Keywords – White spirit, Solvents, Paint thinners, Paints, Samples, Distillation, Chemical composition, Evaporation residue determination, Flash point, Colour tests, Viscosity measurement, Testing conditions

BS 3761:1995 – Specification for solvent-based paint remover

Available as PDF document for immediate download, or as printed publication – yes

Number of pages – 20 pages, A4

Manufacturer – BSI

Price – GBP 80

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Keywords – Paint removers, Removal agents, Solvents, Performance, Testing conditions, Non-flammable materials, Volatility, Viscosity, Viscosity measurement, Test equipment, Control samples, Test specimens, Specimen preparation, Visual inspection (testing), Stain tests, Acidity, Alkalinity, Corrosion tests, Immersion tests (corrosion), Fire tests, Flammability, Marking, Safety measures, Packaging, Chemical analysis and testing, Performance testing, Washing