Badger cumene technology produces cumene from benzene and propylene. The reactions take place in the liquid phase and are catalyzed in fixed beds by proprietary zeolite catalysts available through ExxonMobil.
Paint thinner is a solvent used to reduce thickness of oil-based paints or clean up after their use. They can also be used to remove tar buildup and other compounds. Commercially, solvents labeled paint thinner are usually mineral spirits with a flash point at about 104Â°F (40Â°C).
Solvents differ in what they can dissolve, odor, and flammability. It is important that the correct solvent be used to thin or clean up a coating. 1. â¢ add to paint only when necessary; use to clean brushes, spills, etc. â¢ not effective for cleaning up dried paint on brushes, etc.