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).
Uses as a solvent and thinner for many paints and glues; effective as solvent/thinner for prosthetic (addition cure) silicones and paints (i.e. SmoothOn âPsycho Paint); is used to melt/weld styrene parts in model kit making (but not to be confused with dichloromethane which does the same).