Resource library
14 articles filtered from the Alliance Chemical Resource Library. Clear filter
Naphtha (commonly misspelled "naptha") is a flammable petroleum fraction that boils between roughly 122°F and 400°F (50-204°C); refineries blend it into gasoline, crack it into ethylene and propylene, and refine part of...
The perfect shine, the corrosion-proof layer, the flawless paint adhesion—it's not magic, it's chemistry. This is our definitive guide to the essential chemicals and processes that transform raw metal into high-performance industrial...
In any high-performance industry, the final product is only as good as its foundation. A flawless coating, a perfect weld, or a reliable circuit board all depend on one critical, often overlooked...
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) is a versatile solvent with the chemical formula C3H8O and CAS number 67-63-0, available in concentrations such as 70%, 91%, and 99%. The 70% solution contains 30% water, which...
D-Limonene: The Future of Industrial DegreasingExplore how D-Limonene, a citrus-based solvent, is revolutionizing industrial degreasing in aerospace and automotive maintenance. Discover its eco-friendly advantages over traditional solvents like TCE, including lower toxicity,...
TSP cleaner is trisodium phosphate (Na₃PO₄, CAS 7601-54-9), a white, water-soluble, strongly alkaline sodium salt, usually sold as the dodecahydrate Na₃PO₄·12H₂O (CAS 10101-89-0). A 1% solution measures about pH 11.9, which is...
Mineral spirits is a highly refined aliphatic hydrocarbon solvent distilled from petroleum, primarily used as a paint thinner and degreaser in industrial applications. Identified by CAS 64742-47-8, it consists mainly of C9-C15...
Industrial solvents are chemical compounds used to dissolve, dilute, or disperse other substances without chemically altering them. They are classified into four main categories: hydrocarbon, oxygenated, halogenated, and terpene or bio-based solvents,...
Acetone is a widely used solvent with the chemical formula C₃H₆O (propan-2-one) and a boiling point of 56°C. It is 100% miscible with water and produced in quantities exceeding 8 million tons...
USP grade D-Limonene is a citrus-derived monoterpene (CAS 5989-27-5) chemically classified as (R)-(+)-4-isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexene, with a molecular weight of 136.23 and a boiling point of 136°C. It is used in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food-contact,...
Trichloroethylene is a heavy-duty industrial solvent and degreaser with the chemical formula C2HCl3 and CAS number 79-01-6. It is a clear, volatile liquid with a boiling point of 87°C, molecular weight of...
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is a clear, colorless, highly volatile liquid organic compound used as a powerful solvent in industrial manufacturing. Its chemical formula is C4H8O, the CAS number is 78-93-3, and...
D-limonene is a refined terpene solvent isolated from citrus peels, chemically identified as C10H16 with CAS number 5989-27-5. It is a clear to pale yellow liquid with a citrus-like odor, a boiling...
D-Limonene is a monocyclic monoterpene (C₁₀H₁₆) extracted from citrus rinds and recognized by the EPA as a "minimum risk" active ingredient under 40 CFR 152.25(f). It is a non-polar, hydrophobic solvent with...
Alliance Chemical · Taylor, Texas · since 1998
Order any size online with no minimum; it ships in 1–2 business days. For multi-drum, tote or recurring supply, ask for a quote with freight and net-30 terms.
55,000+ customersUPS Ground for parcelsLTL freight for drums & totes
Quick and easy COA request for your Alliance Chemical products
Request Submitted Successfully!
We'll email your Certificate(s) of Analysis within 1-2 business days.
Find and download the SDS for your products.
