Industry Overview
White spirit, also known as mineral spirits, mineral turpentine, petroleum spirits, or Stoddard solvent depending on the region and grade, is a petroleum-derived solvent consisting primarily of aliphatic and alicyclic hydrocarbons ranging from C7 to C12. It typically has a boiling range of 140–220°C and is widely used as a paint thinner, cleaning solvent, degreasing agent, extraction solvent, and as an ingredient in aerosols, wood preservatives, lacquers, varnishes, and asphalt products. Since sulfur compounds, particularly mercaptans, contribute to unpleasant odor, high-quality white spirit generally requires sulfur content below 0.1% by weight and is often produced from hydrotreated kerosene with additives that help prevent yellowing.
Mercaptans can be removed through alkaline oxidative treatment, converting them into relatively inert disulfides, while aromatic compounds may be reduced using polar solvents. However, aromatic extraction requires solvent regeneration and may not eliminate odor completely. Odorless Mineral Spirits (OMS) are further refined to reduce aromatic content, making them suitable for applications such as oil painting where lower odor is desirable.
White spirit is one of the most widely used solvents in the paint industry, with a significant share of consumption dedicated to paints, lacquers, and varnishes. It is also commonly used for cleaning paint brushes, automotive parts, tools, and removing adhesive residues from non-porous surfaces. According to the report, growing industrial development has increased demand for paints and coatings, resulting in a corresponding rise in demand for white spirit and mineral turpentine oil, creating favorable opportunities for new market entrants.
Cost Estimation
| Particular | Value |
|---|---|
| Plant Capacity | 10,000 Ltr./Day |
| Land & Building (8000 sq.mt.) | Rs. 3.60 Cr |
| Plant & Machinery | Rs. 2.76 Cr |
| Working Capital for 1 Months | Rs. 1.30 Cr |
| Total Capital Investment | Rs. 8.03 Cr |
| Rate of Return | 27% |
| Break Even Point | 62% |
Content Index
- INTRODUCTION
- COMPOSITION OF WHITE SPIRIT
- APPLICATION AND TOXICITY OF WHITE SPIRIT
- TOXICITY
- TYPES OF WHITE SPIRIT
- TYPE 0:
- TYPE 1:
- TYPE 2:
- TYPE 3:
- PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF WHITE SPIRIT
- SPECIFICATION OF WHITE SPIRIT
- REQUIREMENTS
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- TABLE 1 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT FOR WHITE SPIRIT.
- PACKAGING AND MARKING
- PACKAGING
- MARKING
- SAMPLING
- STORAGE
- DETERMINATION OF RESIDUE ON EVAPORATION
- NOTE
- APPARATUS
- FIGURE: DISTILLATION APPARATUS
- CLEANING LIQUIDS
- PREPARATION OF APPARATUS
- PROCEDURE
- EXPRESSION OF RESULTS
- PRECISION
- MTO (LAW) SPECIFICATION
- B.I.S. SPECIFICATION
- GRADE OF WHITE SPIRIT
- LOW FLASH:
- REGULAR FLASH:
- HIGH FLASH:
- CHEMICAL NUMBERS
- PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
- WHITE SPIRIT TYPES 1–3 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
- REQUIREMENT AND TEST METHOD FOR PETROLEUM HYDROCARBON SOLVENT
- SCOPE
- GRADES
- REQUIREMENTS
- PACKING AND MARKING
- MARKING
- EACH CONTAINER SHALL BE MARKED WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- SAMPLING
- SPECIFICATION OF SUPERIOR KEROSENE OIL
- NOTE
- PROPERTIES & CHARACTERSTICES TURPENTINE OIL
- TURPENTINE OIL
- HAZARD FLAMMABLE, MODERATE FIRE RISK:-
- USES AND APPLICATION OF WHITE SPIRIT
- ALSO WHITE SPIRIT IS USED IN:
- ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE 0F WHITE SPIRIT
- ADVANTAGE OF WHITE SPIRIT
- DISADVANTAGE OF WHITE SPIRIT
- WHITE SPIRIT VS. TURPENTINE
- WHITE SPIRITS VS. ACETONE
- SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONDITION
- STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:
- HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS
- MARKET OVERVIEW OFWHITE SPIRIT
- KEY PLAYERS OF WHITE SPIRIT
- MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS OF WHITE SPIRIT
- PROCESS OF LOW AROMATIC WHITE SPIRIT FROM KEROSENE
- WAREHOUSING OF WHITE SPIRIT
- ANALYSIS LAWS TYPE-1
- ANALYSIS LAWS TYPE-2
- DERIVATION OF WHITE SPIRIT
- MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF WHITE SPIRIT FROM KEROSENE OIL
- MATERIAL SAFETY DATASHEET OF KEROSENE
- SECTION 1 – CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
- SECTION 2 – COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
- SECTION 3 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
- SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES
- SECTION 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
- SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
- SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
- SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
- SECTION 9 – PROTECTION PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
- SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
- SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
- SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
- SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
- SECTION 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
- SECTION 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION
- PRINCIPLES OF PLANT LAYOUT
- MAJOR PROVISIONS IN ROAD PLANNING FOR MULTIPURPOSE SERVICE ARE:
- PLANT LOCATION FACTORS
- PRIMARY FACTORS
- 1. RAW-MATERIAL SUPPLY:
- 2. MARKETS:
- 3. POWER AND FUEL SUPPLY:
- 4. WATER SUPPLY:
- 5. CLIMATE:
- SPECIFIC FACTORS
- 6. TRANSPORTATION:
- A. AVAILABILITY OF VARIOUS SERVICES AND PROJECTED RATES
- 7. WASTE DISPOSAL:
- 8. LABOR:
- 9. REGULATORY LAWS:
- 10. TAXES:
- 11. SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
- 12. COMMUNITY FACTORS:
- 13. VULNERABILITY TO WARTIME ATTACK:
- 14. FLOOD AND FIRE CONTROL:
- EXPLANATION OF TERMS USED IN THE PROJECT REPORT
- 1. DEPRECIATION:
- 2. FIXED ASSETS:
- 3. WORKING CAPITAL:
- 4. BREAK-EVEN POINT:
- 5. OTHER FIXED EXPENSES:
- 6. MARGIN MONEY:
- 7. TOTAL LOAD:
- 8. LAND AREA/MAN POWER RATIO:
- PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULES
- INTRODUCTION
- PROJECT HANDLING
- PROJECT SCHEDULING
- TIME SCHEDULE
- DISTRIBUTOR/CONSUMER OF WHITE OIL/SPIRIT
- BUYERS OF WHITE OIL/SPIRIT
- SUPPLIERS OF RAW MATERIALS
- SUPPLIERS OF KEROSENE OIL
- SUPPLIERS OF PACKAGING DRUM
- SUPPLIERS OF LAB TESTING CHEMICALS
- SUPPLIERS OF PLANT & MACHINERY [IMPORTED]
- PLANT AND MACHINERY SUPPLIERS
- SUPPLIERS OF MIXER
- SUPPLIERS OF FILTER PRESS
- SUPPLIERS OF LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND LAB TESTING EQUIPMENT
- SUPPLIERS OF FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENTS
- SUPPLIERS OF STORAGE TANKS
- SUPPLIERS OF PACKAGING MACHINERY
Appendix
- 01. PLANT ECONOMICS
- 02. LAND & BUILDING
- 03. PLANT AND MACHINERY
- 04. OTHER FIXED ASSESTS
- 05. FIXED CAPITAL
- 06. RAW MATERIAL
- 07. SALARY AND WAGES
- 08. UTILITIES AND OVERHEADS
- 09. TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL
- 10. TOTAL CAPITAL INVESTMENT
- 11. COST OF PRODUCTION
- 12. TURN OVER/ANNUM
- 13. BREAK EVEN POINT
- 14. RESOURCES FOR FINANCE
- 15. INSTALMENT PAYABLE IN 5 YEARS
- 16. DEPRECIATION CHART FOR 5 YEARS
- 17. PROFIT ANALYSIS FOR 5 YEARS
- 18. PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET FOR (5 YEARS)
Frequently Asked Questions
White spirit is primarily used as an industrial and household solvent. It is widely employed for thinning oil-based paints, cleaning paint brushes, degreasing machinery and metal parts, removing adhesive residues, and formulating coatings, varnishes, wood preservatives, and aerosols. Its balance of solvency, evaporation characteristics, and compatibility with petroleum-based products makes it one of the most commonly used solvents in the paint and coatings industry.
White spirit is generally produced by refining suitable petroleum fractions such as hydrotreated kerosene. The process typically includes hydrotreatment to reduce sulfur compounds, followed by treatments that remove mercaptans and reduce aromatic content to improve odor and product quality. Depending on the required grade, additional purification and blending steps may be used to achieve the desired physical and chemical specifications.
Low odor improves product usability and workplace comfort. Unpleasant odors mainly originate from sulfur compounds such as mercaptans and from aromatic hydrocarbons. Reducing these components enhances user acceptance, especially for paint thinning, indoor coating applications, and artistic oil painting. Odorless grades are further refined to minimize aromatic compounds while maintaining effective solvent performance.
White spirit is extensively used across paints and coatings, construction, automotive maintenance, metal fabrication, wood finishing, printing, chemical processing, and industrial cleaning. It also finds applications in household maintenance for cleaning tools and equipment. Its versatility as a solvent makes it valuable wherever controlled evaporation and efficient removal of oils, grease, or paint residues are required.
White spirit should be handled as a flammable petroleum solvent. It should be stored in well-ventilated areas away from ignition sources, and appropriate personal protective equipment should be used to minimize skin and eye contact. Proper storage, spill management, labeling, and compliance with applicable safety regulations help reduce operational risks during transportation, storage, and use.
Demand for white spirit is increasing because it supports a wide range of industrial and maintenance applications. Growth in construction, manufacturing, infrastructure development, and the paints and coatings sector contributes to higher solvent consumption. As noted in the project report, expanding industrial activity and increasing demand for paints and coatings create favorable opportunities for white spirit production.
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