Archive for category: Commodities

Before learning the uses of white oil consider the question, “what is white oil?” Simply put, white oils are highly refined mineral oils. They are...

What is mineral oil? Simply, mineral oil is a mixture of higher alkanes from a mineral source, such as a distillate of petroleum. If the...

One of the best solvents for food-grade extraction processes is hexane. With few other solvents having the same ability to remove the same percentage of...

142 Solvent and mineral spirits are used in a variety of industrial applications. Some applications can use a solvent or spirit to produce the same...

What are MEK Inhibitors? MEK inhibitors are a class of drug or chemical that stops the action of the mitogen-activated protein kinase enzymes known by...

What is MEK? MEK stands for methyl ethyl ketone. This chemical is a colorless liquid that is generally soluble in water. It is extremely volatile,...

Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide is a clear, yellow liquid with a minty odor. It is an organic peroxide that is made from methyl ethyl ketone...

What is Methanol? Methanol is a colorless, watery alcohol. It is toxic to humans and animals. However, it has been found in humans, animals, and...

What is Methanol? Methanol is a toxic alcohol. It appears as a colorless liquid. You can’t find methanol in many household products due to its...