Aromatic Solvents · European Industrial Supply
A high-solvency C11 aromatic fluid with a flash point above 100°C and a boiling range above 220°C. Not classified as a flammable liquid. Non-VOC per EU directives. Available in standard and naphthalene-depleted (ND) grades, choosing the wrong variant has direct CLP labelling consequences. The distinction is covered in full on this page.
Not a Flammable Liquid
Flash point above 100°C means no Flammable Liquid classification. Transported as UN 3082 Class 9, a relevant handling and storage advantage in many operations.
Non-VOC
Both grades are classified as NON-VOC under the EU Paint Directive and Directive 2010/75/EU, due to boiling points above 250°C. A direct compliance advantage in coatings formulation.
Naphthalene Drives Grade Choice
Standard grade carries H351 (Carc. 2). ND grade does not. The correct variant depends on your end-use regulatory context, not on solvency or performance.
Not a Flammable Liquid, Class 9 Transport
With flash points above 100°C, neither grade classifies as a flammable liquid under CLP. Transport as UN 3082 (Environmentally Hazardous Substance), Class 9, PG III. This changes storage classification, handling procedures, and downstream labelling requirements relative to the lighter aromatic grades.
NON-VOC Under EU Directives
Both standard and ND grades are classified as NON-VOC per the EU Paint Directive (2004/42/CE) and Directive 2010/75/EU on industrial emissions. Relevant for formulators operating under VOC content limits in coatings and industrial chemistry applications in European markets.
Naphthalene Again Drives the Grade Decision
As with the 150 grade family, the standard grade carries a Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 classification (H351). The ND grade does not. The correct variant is determined by the regulatory and formulation requirements of the specific end use, not by solvency or performance differences.
Documentation at Inquiry, Established European Routes
Current SDS and TDS for both variants are provided before supply is arranged. Handled across established supply routes in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom.
Product Overview
Aromatic solvent naphtha 200 is a high-solvency C11 aromatic fluid positioned above the 150 and 100 grade families in boiling range, flash point, and viscosity. Its most commercially significant properties are the ones it does not share with its lighter counterparts: it is not a flammable liquid, and it is non-VOC under relevant EU directives. For applications where these distinctions matter, the 200 grade family is the correct specification starting point.
The slow evaporation rate, particularly in the ND grade, and the high boiling range make it relevant in applications where long open times, high-temperature process conditions, or VOC compliance constraints rule out lighter aromatic alternatives. These include slow-drying protective coatings, agrochemical concentrate formulations, oilfield process chemistry, and certain fuel additive packages.
The grade selection question follows the same pattern as the 150 family. The standard grade carries a Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 classification due to its naphthalene content. The ND grade reduces naphthalene to below 1 wt% and does not carry that classification. In European coatings and agrochemical formulation, the ND grade is generally the appropriate starting point for regulatory compliance.
For buyers evaluating the full aromatic grade range, our aromatic solvent naphtha 150 page covers the mid-range C10 grade, and our aromatic solvents regulation guide provides regulatory context applicable across all three families.
Flash Point and Transport Classification
Flash points above 100°C for both grades mean this product is not classified as a flammable liquid. It is transported as an Environmentally Hazardous Substance (UN 3082, Class 9, PG III), not as a Class 3 flammable. This distinction affects storage classification, ATEX zoning requirements, and downstream labelling in formulated products.
Non-VOC Status
Both grades are classified as NON-VOC under the EU Paint Directive and Directive 2010/75/EU. For formulators operating under VOC content limits, this is a direct compliance advantage that lighter aromatic grades do not offer. Buyers should verify the current VOC status against applicable national implementation and end-use category before specifying.
Standard vs. ND, Same Pattern as 150
The standard grade contains naphthalene at levels that trigger Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 (H351). The ND grade is naphthalene-depleted and does not carry H351. The choice is regulatory and formulation-driven, not solvency-driven. Buyers should confirm which grade is appropriate for their end-use context with their EHS or regulatory function before specifying at scale.
Evaporation and Process Profile
Both grades are extremely slow evaporators relative to the 100 and 150 families. The ND grade has an evaporation rate of approximately 0.1 (n-BuAc = 100), making it one of the slowest-evaporating aromatic solvents in standard commercial use. This is relevant for applications requiring extended processing time, high-temperature application, or controlled film formation at elevated temperatures.
Technical Specifications
Typical reference data for both grades. All values are indicative and are not specification limits. The flash point and evaporation rate columns differentiate this grade family clearly from the 100 and 150 grades above it.
All values are indicative typical properties drawn from producer reference documentation for the EMEA region. They are not specification limits and may vary by source, batch, and producer. The flash point values confirm that neither grade is classified as a flammable liquid, but handling and storage decisions should always be based on the current source-specific Safety Data Sheet. Naphthalene content in the standard grade should be verified against the current Certificate of Analysis.
Regulatory Classification
The 200 grade family has a different regulatory profile from the lighter aromatics. The absence of flammable liquid classification and the NON-VOC status are the commercially significant distinctions. The naphthalene-driven H351 difference between standard and ND applies here as it does in the 150 family.
Standard Grade, CLP Classification
Aspiration Toxicity Cat. 1 (H304)
Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 (H351) Carc. 2
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 2 (H411)
EUH066
Signal word: Danger. No flammable liquid classification. The H351 arises from elevated naphthalene content and has direct consequences for labelling, downstream formulation, and workplace risk assessment obligations.
Naphthalene-Depleted Grade, CLP Classification
Aspiration Toxicity Cat. 1 (H304)
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 2 (H411)
EUH066
No H351
Signal word: Danger. The naphthalene-depleted grade does not carry Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 classification. It remains an aspiration hazard (H304) and an environmental hazard (H411) in common with the standard grade. Always verify against the current source-specific SDS.
Non-VOC Status, Both Grades
Both grades are classified as NON-VOC under the EU Paint Directive (2004/42/CE) and Directive 2010/75/EU on industrial emissions. NON-VOC This status arises from boiling points above 250°C. For formulators managing VOC content limits in decorative or industrial coatings, this is a direct compliance advantage not available with the 100 or 150 grade families. Buyers should verify applicability to their specific end-use category and product type.
Transport Classification, Both Grades
UN Number 3082 (Environmentally Hazardous Substance, liquid, n.o.s.). Packing Group III. ADR/RID/IMDG Class 9. Marine Pollutant: Yes. Classification Code: M6. Neither grade is classified as a flammable liquid for transport purposes. The Class 9 classification still requires marine pollutant labelling and appropriate documentation. The ≤5 L / ≤5 kg exemption applies under ADR/IMDG provisions.
Why the Flammable Liquid Distinction Matters
In the 100 and 150 grade families, both are Class 3 flammable liquids for transport and may trigger Flammable Liquid Cat. 3 under CLP. The 200 family does not. This changes ATEX zone considerations for storage, fire risk assessment requirements, and the flammability-related label elements on formulations containing this solvent as a component. For buyers managing strict storage classification or fire safety compliance, this difference is operationally relevant.
REACH and UK Regulatory Compliance
Products are handled within supply chains operating under REACH. The ND grade REACH registration number is confirmed in the supply documentation. Safety Data Sheets for EU and UK supply are prepared in accordance with the respective regulatory requirements. The SDS for the ND grade identifies the substance as "Hydrocarbons, C10-C13, aromatics, <1% naphthalene", a UVCB substance registered under REACH.
Applications
The high flash point, non-VOC status, and very slow evaporation define the application profile. This grade family is used where lighter aromatic solvents cannot be specified due to flammability, VOC limits, or process temperature requirements.
Protective and Industrial Coatings
Applied in slow-drying protective coatings, high-build systems, and industrial maintenance formulations where a non-VOC aromatic carrier and long open time are required. The non-flammable classification supports use in environments where Class 3 solvent storage is restricted. Buyers typically require VOC classification data, REACH documentation, and CLP-compliant SDS before formulation approval.
Grade note: ND strongly preferred in EU coatings formulation where H351 creates labelling or downstream compliance constraints.
Agricultural Chemical Formulation
Used as an aromatic carrier in emulsifiable concentrate (EC) formulations where a higher-boiling solvent is required for stability, viscosity control, or compatibility with specific active ingredients. The ND grade is increasingly the appropriate choice in EU agrochemical formulation under current regulatory frameworks.
Grade note: ND generally required in EU agrochemical applications where H351 triggers downstream regulatory obligations.
Oilfield and Refinery Chemistry
Applied in production chemical packages, pipeline treatment chemistry, and refinery process applications where a high-boiling aromatic fluid is required and the non-flammable classification is operationally or compliance-relevant. Documentation requirements in this sector are typically more extensive; supply chain documentation should be confirmed at the inquiry stage.
Grade note: Both grades discussed at inquiry. Confirm grade and documentation requirements when submitting.
Fuel and Combustion Additive Packages
Used as an aromatic solvent carrier in fuel additive concentrates where high aromatic solvency and a high flash point are operational requirements. The non-flammable classification relative to the 100 and 150 grades may be relevant for storage and transport classification in certain additive operations.
Grade note: Confirm grade-specific requirements with the additive formulator. Both variants discussed at inquiry.
Foundry Resin Binder Systems
The standard grade is cited in certain foundry resin binder systems where the boiling range and solvency profile match the process requirements. The naphthalene content in the standard grade must be specifically addressed in the occupational health and safety assessment for the foundry environment.
Grade note: Standard grade historically used in foundry chemistry. Verify naphthalene exposure requirements before specifying.
Process Chemistry and Functional Fluids
Applied in industrial process chemistry where a high-boiling, high-solvency aromatic fluid is required as a reaction medium, extractant, or process solvent. The very low vapour pressure and high boiling range make it suitable for high-temperature processing where lighter solvents would evaporate too quickly or create vapour management challenges.
Grade note: Application suitability is process-specific. Confirm which grade variant is appropriate before specifying at scale.
Working With Us
The 200 grade family is a more specialised product than the lighter aromatic grades. A specific inquiry gets a faster and more useful response.
Specify the Grade Variant and Application Context
Tell us whether you need the standard or ND grade, and include the application context where you can. If you are not yet certain which grade applies, particularly if the H351 question is unresolved in your EHS assessment, say so and describe the end use. We will help frame the commercial and product-family question; the regulatory decision belongs with your team.
What to Include in Your Inquiry
Target volume and frequency, delivery country or specific site, pack format if relevant, any documentation your supplier approval process requires, and an indication of whether you need the non-VOC compliance position confirmed. If the inquiry is at an early evaluation or comparison stage, say so, we respond to qualification inquiries the same way we respond to active supply inquiries.
What You Receive
A direct commercial reply from the relevant supplier in the network confirming whether supply can be arranged for the grade variant and volume in question, what documentation is available, and an indicative pricing position where we are able to offer one. If supply cannot be arranged for your requirement, we say so directly.
What We Do Not Do
We do not advise on grade selection where the choice has regulatory consequences for your formulation or end product. We provide commercial and product-family context. The compliance decision, including which grade is appropriate under your applicable regulatory framework, belongs with your EHS or regulatory function, verified against the current SDS for the specific offered source.
Procurement FAQ
The non-flammable and non-VOC questions come up in most inquiries for this grade. The naphthalene question is the same as for the 150 family.
Is this really not a flammable liquid?
Correct. Both standard and ND grades have flash points above 100°C, which is well above the 60°C threshold for flammable liquid classification under CLP. They are transported as Class 9 environmentally hazardous substances (UN 3082), not as Class 3 flammable liquids. This is not the case for the 100 and 150 grade families. Buyers should verify the current classification against the source-specific SDS before using it in storage or process classification decisions.
What does non-VOC status mean for our coatings formulation?
Both grades are classified as NON-VOC per the EU Paint Directive and Directive 2010/75/EU, because their boiling points are above 250°C. In practice, this means that for formulations assessed under those directives, the solvent contribution from this grade family can be excluded from the VOC content calculation. Buyers should verify applicability with their technical or regulatory team, as VOC status can be product-category and nationally-specific.
Is the grade selection logic the same as for the 150 family?
Yes. The standard grade carries H351 (Carcinogenicity Cat. 2) due to naphthalene content. The ND grade reduces naphthalene to below 1 wt% and does not carry H351. The choice is regulatory and formulation-driven. If you are already using the 150 ND grade on naphthalene grounds, the same logic applies to the 200 family.
How does this grade compare to the 100 and 150 grades?
The 200 family is heavier, slower-evaporating, has a higher boiling range, and is not a flammable liquid. It is non-VOC where the 100 and 150 grades are not. In return, it is more viscous and evaporates far more slowly, which is either an advantage or a constraint depending on the application. If you are evaluating the full range, our 150 and 100 pages cover those grade families in detail.
Commercial Inquiries
Specify which grade variant you are evaluating, standard or naphthalene-depleted, and include volume, delivery location, and any documentation your approval process requires. If the VOC status or non-flammable classification is relevant to your application, note that and we will confirm it in our response.
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