Solvents

Solvents are the backbone of a wide array of industrial chemical processes across many different end markets and applications. They often perform a critical step in our customers' overall operation. In essence, finding the right supply-chain partner for your solvent procurement can be a business-critical decision. Univar Solutions is the leading solvent distributor across EMEA. We combine a wide range of high-quality solvents, an extensive distribution network and market-leading service levels. Through our deep and long-standing supplier relationships, we can source the most in-demand solvents when others struggle to do so.
Solvents are the backbone of a wide array of industrial chemical processes across many different end markets and applications. They often perform a critical step in our customers' overall operation. In essence, finding the right supply-chain partner for your solvent procurement can be a business-critical decision. Univar Solutions is the leading solvent distributor across EMEA. We combine a wide range of high-quality solvents, an extensive distribution network and market-leading service levels. Through our deep and long-standing supplier relationships, we can source the most in-demand solvents when others struggle to do so.
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Solvents
Acetates
Acetates are a key ingredient in many everyday products, from cosmetics and cleaning supplies to textiles and food. Acetate is derived from acetic acid, and its salt or ester form helps add stability, texture and strength to products. In addition, acetates can act as an anti-fungal agent or preservative. For example, sodium acetate is often used in the food industry as a preservative or anti-caking agent. It can be found in everything from canned goods and processed foods to pre-packaged meals and condiments like mustard. Acetate is also commonly used in the cosmetics industry due to its ability to help create smooth, creamy textures. And in the textile industry, acetate is often used to add strength and durability to fabrics. Contact us to find out more about our acetates portfolio.
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Alcohols
An alcohol is an organic compound with a hydroxyl functional group on an aliphatic carbon atom. Alcohols range from simple, like methanol and ethanol, to complex, like sucrose and cholesterol. Simple alcohols such as ethanol are found widely in nature. As alcohols are one of the most common organic compounds, they are used in a huge variety of industries and applications. Univar Solutions are proud to offer an extensive range of alcohols to meet your needs. Our team of professionals know alcohols, and are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality products and service. Our technical experts can help you formulate innovative products, enhance existing products, meet new regulatory requirements, and resolve any formulation or supply challenges. We can package your alcohols to best meet your storage needs, which saves you time and money. You can count on us to be your perfect alcohols supplier and distributor.
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Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic hydrocarbons are an important class of chemicals with a wide range of uses. They are used as solvents and diluents in many products, such as household formulations, pesticides, fuels, and essential oils, degreasers, hydraulic fluids, lubricants, fuel additives, and ingredients in paints, adhesives, and sealants. Aliphatic hydrocarbons are classified according to their structure. The two main categories are aliphatic (straight chain structures) and aromatic (cyclic structures). The properties of aliphatic hydrocarbons vary depending on their structure. Saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons are generally non-reactive, while unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbons are reactive. The reactivity of aromatic hydrocarbons is intermediate between that of saturated and unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbons. Univar Solutions offers a range of aliphatic hydrocarbons to suit your individual needs.
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Amines
Amines are a type of organic compound derived from ammonia. Amines form the basis of many dyes, cosmetics, plastics and toiletries and are widely used within the pharmaceutical industry. Amines also help us clean up our waste gases, helping to mitigate climate change. With purity, safety and efficiency to consider, it is imperative that you trust the quality of the amines that you use in your business, as well as rely on your chemical distributor for accurate, on-time service, customer support and supply chain expertise. Our product and technical experts can help you formulate innovative products, meet new regulatory requirements, resolve formulation or supply challenges, and improve the formulated product cost.
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Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Aromatic hydrocarbons (also known as arenes) are an important class of organic molecules made up entirely of carbon and hydrogen. These molecules are characterised by their aromatic ring structure, which gives them unique physical and chemical properties. Aromatic hydrocarbons are non-polar and relatively non-reactive, making them excellent solvents for a variety of industrial and commercial applications. They are often used in the manufacturing of fuels, pesticides, lacquers, paints, detergents, and more. Some common examples of aromatic hydrocarbons include benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene. Aromatic hydrocarbons play a vital role in our economy and everyday life, and we continue to find new ways to utilise their unique properties.
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Chlorinated Solvents
Chlorinated solvents are powerful and versatile chemicals that are used in a wide range of applications. They are especially useful in industrial and commercial settings where they can be used for cleaning, degreasing, and mixing hosts in solutions. These solvents are extremely effective at breaking down organic matter, making them ideal for use in pesticides and other chemical manufacturing processes. Chlorinated solvents are also highly effective at dry cleaning, making them an essential part of the textile industry. Due to their powerful cleaning and degreasing properties, chlorinated solvents are often used in aerospace and military applications. They are also frequently used in metalworking, as they can remove stubborn dirt and grime from metals quickly and easily. Univar Solutions are proud to offer a range of chlorinated solvent solutions, so contact us today to learn more about our product portfolio.
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Glycols
Glycols are created from crude oil and natural gas, and can be found in everything from shampoo to antifreeze. There are two main types of glycols: ethylene glycol and propylene glycol. Ethylene glycol is the most common type of glycol, and is used in the production of many familiar household items, such as shampoo, soap, toothpaste, detergent, and even some types of medicine. It is also an important ingredient in antifreeze and de-icing solutions. Propylene glycol is another type of glycol that has a variety of uses. It is often used as a food additive or ingredient, as it can help to preserve food and keep it moist. It is also used in some cosmetics and skincare products, as it can help to keep the skin hydrated. In addition to these uses, propylene glycol is also an important ingredient in many types of industrial coolants and solvents.
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Glycol Ethers
Glycol ethers are a versatile class of solvents with a wide range of applications in various industries. These solvents are based on alkyl ethers of ethylene glycol or propylene glycol and are known for their excellent solvency, chemical stability and compatibility with water. Glycol ethers are used in many household and industrial products such as glass cleaners, carpet cleaners, floor cleaners and oven cleaners. They are also used as paint strippers, adhesives and sealants. Glycol ethers have low vapor pressure and high flash point making them safe to use in many applications.
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Ketones
In organic chemistry, a ketone is an organic compound. Combined with other functional groups, ketone and aldehydes are widespread in nature. They are also known as methanoyl or formyl group, and are very common and essential in biology and industry. The simplest ketone is acetone, which is an excellent solvent for plastics and synthetic fibers. Ketones are also used in household products, medicine, the production of nylon, plastics, paint remover, paraffin wax, textiles, varnishes, and more.
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Performance Solvents
Performance solvents are the backbone for many chemical processes. With purity, safety and efficiency to consider, it is imperative that you trust the quality of the solvents you use in your business, as well as rely on your chemical distributor for accurate, on-time service, customer support and supply chain expertise. As a distributor with long-standing supplier relationships, we offer a portfolio of high performance solvents, serving markets such as chemical manufacturing, coatings and adhesives, water, household and industrial cleaning, food, and pharmaceuticals, and can source even the most in-demand solvents when others can't.
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Plasticisers
Plasticisers are an essential ingredient in the manufacture of plastics and rubbers. Without them, these materials would be hard and inflexible, making them unsuitable for many applications. Plasticisers work by reducing the intermolecular forces between the polymer chains, making the material softer and more flexible. There are many different types of plasticisers available on the market, each with its own unique properties. Phthalates are a well-known type of plasticiser, and are often used in the production of PVC. Other common plasticisers include adipates, azelates, sebacates, and trimellitates. When selecting a plasticiser for your application, it is important to consider its compatibility with the polymer, as well as its effect on the final properties of the product. Univar Solutions is proud to offer a range of plasticisers to suit your individual requirements.
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Sustainable Solvent Solutions
Sustainable solvents are a topic of growing interest due to the impact of solvents on pollution, energy usage, and contributions to air quality and climate change. In order to combat these issues, a range of greener, more sustainable solvents have been developed. A solvent can be the key to a good chemical process, their functions are so broad that they are found in almost every chemical process. In cases where solvents are essential and cannot be excluded, they may be replaced with less hazardous and less toxic solvents. Univar Solutions' range of sustainable solvent solutions are efficient, safe, renewable and sustainable. Our knowledgeable and experienced team is available to answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to learn more about our fluids offering and how we can help you meet your needs.
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Additional Solvents
With purity, safety and efficiency to consider, it is imperative that you trust the quality of the solvents you use in your business, as well as rely on your chemical distributor for accurate, on-time service, customer support and supply chain expertise. Our team of solvents experts know your business, understand the unique conditions that impact your industry, and are dedicated to answering your need for product and service excellence. With stocked inventory ready to ship to you from more than 140 distributions centers nationwide, we can flexibly package your solvents to meet your storage needs, saving you time and money.
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