Distributing Specialty Chemicals

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Est. 2000 · 20+ Years

White Spirit

General-purpose solvent and thinner for alkyd paints, coatings and cleaning.

White spirit — also known as mineral spirit or petroleum spirit — is the most widely used general-purpose solvent and thinner in the paint industry. It dissolves alkyd and oil-based resins, adjusts viscosity for application, and is used for cleaning brushes, equipment and surfaces.

Aleemsons supplies white spirit for the paint, coating and general industrial sectors, from ready stock and by indenting for bulk, with documentation.

Grades & Types

  • White Spirit / Mineral Spirit — industrial grade

Applications

  • Alkyd & oil-based paints and enamels (thinning)
  • Coatings & varnishes
  • Cleaning & degreasing
  • General industrial solvent

Key Properties

  • Good solvency for alkyd resins
  • Moderate evaporation rate
  • Economical general-purpose thinner
  • Low odour grades available

Frequently Asked Questions

Is white spirit the same as mineral spirit?

Yes — white spirit, mineral spirit and petroleum spirit are common names for the same general-purpose paint solvent and thinner.

What is white spirit used for?

Thinning alkyd and oil-based paints and enamels, cleaning brushes and equipment, degreasing, and as a general industrial solvent.

Can you supply in bulk?

Yes — from stock and by indenting for bulk and container quantities.

Can’t find the product you need?

The list above covers our core range. We also source to order across Pakistan, the UAE, the Gulf, the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. Tell us the grade, specification and volume you need — our team will revert with availability and pricing, usually within one business day.

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