Compare references, not just names
These products belong to solvent families that are not interchangeable by default. Selection depends on formulation, process and commercial grade. The table gives identification pointers, not substitution recommendations.
| Product | Identification pointer | What to specify |
|---|---|---|
| Xylene | Aromatic solvent; mixed isomers or a specific reference | Exact composition and grade |
| Toluene | An aromatic solvent distinct from xylene | Specification and approved application |
| White Spirit | Hydrocarbon mixture, depending on grade | Composition and grade profile |
| Naphtha-C | A name requiring a precise supplier reference | Cut, specifications and documentation |
Start with your process
Your technical team can specify the properties that matter: required solvency, evaporation behaviour, composition, aromatic content or other acceptance criteria. A broad application such as paint or cleaning is not sufficient to select a compatible product.
Validate any change
To assess a replacement, provide documentation for the product currently used and your acceptance criteria. Approval belongs to the relevant technical team. A lower purchase price alone is insufficient if a change affects process performance or operating constraints.
Specify the naphtha-C reference
Naphtha covers different hydrocarbon cuts. For a product described as naphtha-C, request the exact supplier reference and documents. Do not automatically equate that name with another cut or a similarly named branded product.
Further references
International documentary references. Requirements for your operation and documentation for the grade offered still need verification.
