The number one isoparaffin solvent producer in Asia, Idemitsu's provides a wide range of products for different needs. Using advanced technology developed in-house, Idemitsu synthesizes high-purity isoparaffin. In addition to being low-odor, Idemitsu's isoparaffin solvent products have a low pour point and proper viscosity, and are highly safe.
Idemitsu's production process uses oligomerized isobutene
Idemitsu offers two lines of isoparaffin solvents, IP SOLVENT™ and IP CLEAN™, each available in a wide range of grades, including a low-μ formulation suitable for cosmetic applications. In addition to all the benefits of IP SOLVENT™ such as the high purity and range of applications, IP CLEAN™, offers the additional characteristics of excellent drying and distillation recovery. IP CLEAN™ is also environmentally friendly and has a low bromine index.
IP CLEAN™ offers a narrower distillation range than IP SOLVENT™.
Applications
| Fields | Applications | Points | Recommended products |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal cleaning products | Metal parts LCD |
Compatibility Drying speed Rustproof Safe |
IP1016, 1620 and 2028 IP CLEAN™ LX and HX |
| Pesticides | Weed Killers Aerosols Insecticides |
Compatibility Safety Low odor |
IP2028 IP CLEAN™ HX |
| Painting products | Low odor paints for wood, furniture and building interiors Metal pastes |
Low odor Safety |
IP1620 IP CLEAN™ LX |
| Silicones | Cosmetics (hair treatments, cleansing oils) Glass coatings |
Compatibility Safety Low odor |
IP1620 and 2028 IP CLEAN™ LX and HX |
| Fragrances | Cars Household |
Low odor Safety |
IP1620 and 2028 IP CLEAN™ LX and HX |
| Wax cleanersr | Cars Household |
Compatibility Safety Low odor Low solubility |
IP1620 and 2028 IP CLEAN™ LX and HX |
| Antioxides | Antioxide dispersants | Compatibility Safety |
IP1620 IP CLEAN™ LX |
| Peroxides | Dispersants for organic peroxides for LDPE | Compatibility Safety |
IP1620 IP CLEAN™ LX |
Characteristics of IP SOLVENT™
| Items | Test Method | IP1016 | IP1620 | IP2028 | IP2835 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Visually assessed | Clear and bright | Clear and bright | Clear and bright | Clear and bright | |
| Color (APHA) | ASTM D1209 | < 5 | < 5 | < 5 | < 5 | |
| Density at 15 °C (g/cm3) | ASTM D4052 | 0.711 | 0.761 | 0.789 | 0.82 | |
| Flash point (°C) | ASTM D56 | -12 | - | - | - | |
| Pensky-Martens flash point (°C) | ASTM D93 | - | 49 | 86 | 139 | |
| Distillation temperature (°C) | IBP | ASTM D86 | 73 | 166 | 213 | 277 |
| 50% | 110 | 180 | 233 | 316 | ||
| EP | 140 | 202 | 262 | 353 | ||
| Kinematic viscosity at 37.8 °C (mm2/s) | ASTM D446 | 0.601 | 1.28 | 2.64 | 12.7 | |
| Pour point (°C) | ASTM D97 | < -70 | < -70 | < -70 | < -60 | |
| Water content (mass in ppm) |
ASTM D6304 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | |
| Aniline point | ASTM D611 | 72 | 81 | 89 | 104 | |
| KB value | ASTM D1133 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | |
| Solubility parameter | - | 7.7 | 7.2 | 7.0 | 6.2 | |
Characteristics of IP CLEAN™
| Items | Test method | IP CLEAN™ LX |
IP1620 | IP CLEAN™ HX |
IP2028 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Visually assessed | Clear and bright | Clear and bright | Clear and bright | Clear and bright | |
| Color (APHA) | ASTM D1209 | < 5 | < 5 | < 5 | < 5 | |
| Density at 15 °C (g/cm3) | ASTM D4052 | 0.756 | 0.761 | 0.791 | 0.789 | |
| Pensky-Martens flash point (°C) | ASTM D93 | 48 | 49 | 84 | 86 | |
| Distillation temperature (°C) | IBP | ASTM D86 | 172 | 166 | 211 | 213 |
| 50% | 178 | 180 | 244 | 233 | ||
| EP | 190 | 202 | 256 | 262 | ||
| Kinematic viscosity at 37.8 °C (mm2/s) | ASTM D446 | 1.37 | 1.28 | 2.65 | 2.64 | |
| Odor content (mass in ppm) |
UOP 495-75 | < 10 | < 50 | < 10 | < 50 | |
| Bromine index (mg/100 g) |
ASTM D2710 | < 10 | < 500 | < 10 | < 500 | |
| Sulfur content (mass in ppm) |
ASTM D3120 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | |
| Chlorine content (mass in ppm) |
ASTM D5808 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | |
| Water content (mass in ppm) |
ASTM D6304 | < 10 | 40 | < 10 | 40 | |
| Aniline point (°C) | ASTM D611 | 86 | 81 | 89 | 89 | |
* N.B. The data shown above was measured under specific conditions and has been verified for accuracy. Nevertheless, results in applications may differ depending on use and products may not perform for all recommended uses depending on use conditions. The content above is subject to change without notice. Figures of physical characteristics of other resins than the products have been referred from other catalogues and sources thereof.
