9005-90-7

Basic information

• Product Name: Turpentine
• Synonyms: Petropine;BRAZILIAN GUM TURPENTINE;TURPENTINEGUM;Pine gum;Pine resin;Turpentine;Turpentine (Gum based);Einecs 232-688-5
• CAS NO: 9005-90-7
• Molecular Weight: 0
• EINECS: 232-688-5
• Mol File: 9005-90-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 154-170°C
• Flash Point: 35°C
• Appearance: White powder
• Density: 0.86
• CAS DataBase Reference: Turpentine(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Turpentine(9005-90-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Turpentine(9005-90-7)

Safety Data

• RIDADR: UN 1299 3/ PGIII
• HazardClass: 3
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 9005-90-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Turpentine is a naturally occurring organic compound secreted from pine trees, consisting mainly of terpenes, particularly pinene. It is a yellow viscous resin that is soluble in alcohol and ether but not water. Turpentine is used in various applications due to its unique properties, such as its quick evaporation and ability to mix with various substances.

Uses

Used in Paint and Varnish Industry:
Turpentine is used as a solvent for paints and varnishes because it mixes readily with the substances used and evaporates quickly, causing the paint or varnish to dry.
Used in Manufacturing:
Turpentine is used in the production of sealing wax and shoe polish due to its adhesive and solvent properties.
Used in Medicine:
Very pure grades of turpentine, the oleoresin, are used medicinally, particularly as an irritant and anesthetic.
Used in Production of Rosin:
Rosin is the resinous residue left after the distillation of turpentine. There are several varieties of rosin, which vary in color and opacity depending on the turpentine source. Colophony is the common variety of rosin, and the oleo-gum-resin (turpentine balsam) is used in this process.

Composition

Turpentine is primarily composed of monoterpene hydrocarbons (pinenes, camphene and 3-carene). Rosin contains primarily diterpene resin acids, such as abietic acid, dehydroabietic acid, palustric acid and isopimaric acid. P. elliottii turpentine contains around 60% of α-pinene and 30% of β-pinene. P. radiata turpentine generally contains more than 95% of total pinene, of which over half is β-pinene. 3-Carene, which is found in significant proportions in the turpentine of some Pinus species (such as P. roxburghii and P. sylvestris), is of little value and even if it is present in relatively small amounts it may be undesirable for certain applications.

Health Hazard

Recommended Personal Protective Equipment: Organic canister or air-supplied mask; goggles or face shield; rubber gloves; Symptoms Following Exposure: Vapors cause headache, confusion, respiratory distress. Liquid irritates skin. If ingested, can irritate the entire digestive system and may injure kidneys. If liquid is taken into lungs, causes several pneumonitis; General Treatment for Exposure: INHALATION: remove victim to fresh air; call a doctor; administer artificial respiration and oxygen if required. INGESTION: give water and induce vomiting; call a doctor. EYES: flush with water for at least 15 min. SKIN: wipe off, wash with soap and water; Toxicity by Inhalation (Threshold Limit Value): 100 ppm; Short-Term Exposure Limits: 200 ppm for 30 min.; Toxicity by Ingestion: Grade 2, LD50 = 0.5-5 g/kg; Late Toxicity: None; Vapor (Gas) Irritant Characteristics: Vapor causes a slight smarting of the eyes or respiratory system if present in high concentration. The effect is temporary; Liquid or Solid Irritant Characteristics: Minimum hazard. If spilled on clothing and allowed to remain, may be cause smarting and reddening of the skin; Odor Threshold: Data not available.