BS 245:1976

Specification for mineral solvents (white spirit and related hydrocarbon solvents) for paints and other purposes. | Status: Confirmed, Current

1 Scope and field of application This British Standard specifies the requirements for two categories of mineral solvents for use in paints and varnishes, and for other purposes, as follows:

• Type A, having an aromatics content below 25 % (v/v);
• Type B, having an aromatics content of 25 % to 50 % (v/v).

These materials meet the requirements of the Highly Flammable Liquids and Liquefied Petroleum Gases Regulations 1972 as not constituting 'highly flammable liquids'.