Aromatic Solvents · European Industrial Supply
The 100, 150 and 200 grade families are distinct products with different flash point classifications, regulatory profiles and application contexts. The first decision is selecting which grade fits, not just by boiling range but by CLP and transport classification.
For cumene regulatory context on ASN 100, see our aromatic solvents and cumene regulation page.
Fast commercial starting point
What you typically want from an aromatic solvents enquiry
A good first response should immediately tell you whether the requirement is workable for your volume and destination, and which grade fits your application and regulatory context.
The Three Grade Families
Each grade family covers a distinct set of application contexts, regulatory positions, and handling classifications. The descriptions below are starting points, full technical and compliance detail is on each grade's own page.
C9 Aromatic Fluid
Grade 100
C10 Aromatic Fluid
Grade 150
C11 Aromatic Fluid
Grade 200
How to Choose
In most procurement conversations, one or two of these questions resolves the grade selection. The others act as confirmation.
What evaporation rate does the application require?
The 100 grade is the fastest evaporator (~18 relative to n-BuAc). The 150 is slower (~7–9). The 200 is extremely slow (~0.1–0.4). If the application requires a long open time, high-temperature processing, or very slow film formation, the 200 family is the starting point. If fast or medium evaporation is required, the 100 or 150 grade is the relevant range.
Does the application impose VOC content limits?
The 100 and 150 grades are VOC under EU directives. The 200 grade is non-VOC. If the formulation is assessed under the EU Paint Directive or Directive 2010/75/EU and VOC content is a constraint, only the 200 family qualifies as a non-VOC aromatic carrier. Buyers should verify applicability with their regulatory function before specifying on this basis.
Does the storage or handling classification matter?
The 100 and 150 grades are Flammable Liquid Cat. 3, they require flammable liquid storage classification, ATEX zone assessment, and flammability hazard labelling. The 200 grade is not a flammable liquid and is transported as Class 9. If storage classification or site ATEX zoning is a constraint, the 200 family removes the flammable liquid requirement.
Is the naphthalene classification relevant to the end use?
For the 150 and 200 families, the standard grade carries Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 (H351) due to naphthalene content. The ND grade does not. If the formulation will carry a label or be assessed under CLP, or if downstream regulatory frameworks in the EU or UK create constraints around H351 ingredients, the ND variant is generally the appropriate grade. The 100 grade does not carry this classification and has no variant decision to make.
Further Reference
If you are at an evaluation stage and need technical or regulatory context before submitting an inquiry, the following pages cover the relevant ground.
Regulatory Context
Dearomatised Alternatives
Other Hydrocarbon Grades
Commercial Inquiries
If you know which grade and variant you need, say so directly. If you are still evaluating between grades, tell us the application context and we will help position the commercial conversation from there.
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+32 (0)484 94 51 52If your inquiry covers multiple grades or you are comparing aromatic solvents against dearomatised or isoparaffinic alternatives, include that in your message. The full comparison is handled within a single conversation, with the response coming directly from the relevant supplier in the network.