Oily pump parts, valves and hand tools slow down every rig workshop. A general purpose cleaning solvent is the standard way to strip that oil, grease and grime from metal. If you are sourcing a general purpose cleaning solvent Oman wide, for a PDO contractor yard near Nizwa, a fabrication shop in Duqm or a service base in Muscat, we list our General Purpose Cleaning Solvent (RXSOL-16-1030-025) and quote from Barka. For heavy grease on metal parts, use a hydrocarbon solvent neat in a cold parts washer. For deck, cabin and galley surfaces, choose a water-based cleaner.
What a general purpose cleaning solvent does
General purpose cleaning solvents are typically petroleum distillates, meaning hydrocarbon solvents such as mineral spirits (CAS 64742-47-8). They dissolve oil, grease and grime from metal parts, so the dirt runs off with the solvent and you do not have to scrub it off by hand.
Degreasing solvents fall into three main classes. Hydrocarbon solvents are petroleum-derived and can be flammable. Chlorinated solvents such as trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene are toxic and carcinogenic. Bio-based solvents are plant-derived and biodegradable.
A hydrocarbon cleaning solvent of this type is typically a clear, colourless liquid with a mild petroleum odour. Odourless or low-aromatic grades keep aromatic content low and leave little residue after evaporation, so parts come out clean enough to paint.
Solvent-based or water-based degreaser for your rig workshop
A solvent-based degreaser suits heavy grease, oil or tar on machinery, including oil and gas equipment. A water-based degreaser, which is water plus surfactants, is non-flammable and lower in VOC. It is the better choice for everyday cleaning and food-contact surfaces, but it is weaker on heavy build-up.
On a rig or at a contractor camp, split the work by area. In the workshop, use the solvent for engine parts, valves, pump parts and tools. In the accommodation block, the galley and on deck walkways, use a water-based cleaner, which is also simpler to store from a fire-hazard point of view. Our product is listed in the deck, cabin and galley maintenance range.
Typical specifications for this type of solvent
The figures below are typical values for hydrocarbon cleaning solvents of this class, taken from published data sheets. Ask us for the SDS and TDS for the exact grade before you rely on any figure.
| Property | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Part number | RXSOL-16-1030-025 |
| Product type | Petroleum distillate (hydrocarbon solvent, mineral spirits type, CAS 64742-47-8) |
| Appearance | Clear and colourless, mild petroleum odour |
| Flash point | About 46 °C minimum (115 °F, Tag closed cup) for mineral-spirit-type solvents; higher-flash parts-washer solvents typically about 65 °C (149 °F) |
| Boiling range | Roughly 170-210 °C |
| Aromatic content (low-aromatic grades) | Typically 2500 ppm max |
| Residue after evaporation (low-aromatic grades) | Typically 5 mg/100 mL max |
| Application | Removing oil, grease and grime from all metals, most plastics and painted surfaces, mainly in re-circulating or soak-type cold parts washers |
| Dosage | Used neat, without dilution |
| Transport class | Typically UN1268 Petroleum distillates, n.o.s., Class 3, Packing Group III |
| Packing | Confirmed on quotation |
How to use it in a parts washer
Straight hydrocarbon parts-washer solvents are used neat, without dilution. They are not for heated parts-washing units or air-agitated baths, so run them in a cold re-circulating or soak-type washer.
Wipe off bulk grease first. Fully immerse the parts, then drain them for at least 15 seconds or until dripping stops. Use a solid stream, not an atomised spray. Do not clean absorbent items such as sponges, rags or wood in the solvent. Dry the parts thoroughly afterwards to prevent flash rusting. Keep the washer cover closed except while loading.
Emulsifying solvent degreasers are a different type. They are typically diluted with water for general cleaning, used neat on stubborn deposits, and rinse off with water. Check which type you are ordering before you set up the washer, and ask us if the SDS is unclear.
Hydrocarbon cleaning solvents of this type work on all metals, most plastics and painted surfaces. Rubber seals, soft plastics and fresh paint vary, so test on a small hidden area first and check after the part has dried.
Storage in Oman's heat: drums, flash point and ventilation
Summer shade temperatures in Oman reach 45-50 °C, and steel containers and workshop sheds get hotter still. A solvent with a typical flash point of about 46 °C minimum sits close to those temperatures, so a drum left in the sun at a Duqm laydown yard or an interior PDO camp can give off flammable vapour.
Store the solvent away from heat, sparks or flames, in a shaded and ventilated area, with containers kept closed. Keep it apart from welding and grinding bays. If your workshop runs hot, check the flash point on the SDS; higher-flash parts-washer solvents typically reach about 65 °C (149 °F), which gives more margin in an Omani summer.
Safety, PPE and the SDS your HSE team will ask for
Hydrocarbon cleaning solvents typically carry the signal word Danger with these hazard statements: H226 (flammable liquid and vapour), H304 (may be fatal if swallowed and enters airways) and H336 (may cause drowsiness or dizziness).
The vapour may irritate the respiratory tract and eyes. Skin contact causes redness, drying, defatting and cracking. Swallowing can lead to aspiration into the lungs and chemical pneumonitis. Use the solvent with good ventilation and wear respirators where needed, gloves and eye protection.
For operator or contractor chemical approval, your HSE team will usually ask for a GHS SDS in English and Arabic, the UN number and class for road transport, and a TDS. Tell us which documents your approval form lists when you request a quote.
Do not pour spent solvent down drains. Collect waste solvent in closed containers, keep oily rags in a closed metal bin, and hand both to a licensed waste contractor in Oman. If your workshop uses solvent in volume, ask your waste contractor about recycling or reclaiming the spent solvent.
General purpose cleaning solvent Oman supply from Barka
We are Oman Chem (Muscat & Barka for Business Trading), Barka Industrial Area, Sultanate of Oman. Call +968 77333599, message us on WhatsApp at +968 77333599 or email muscatchem@gmail.com.
Tell us the delivery point and your monthly usage, and we confirm packing and delivery on the quote. Solvents of this type are commonly supplied in 25 litre cans and 210 litre drums, which suits a single parts washer or a full rig camp. Our General Purpose Cleaning Solvent is also listed on Muscat Chemical and on Sohar Chemical.
If your workshop also needs other chemicals, see our full product list.
Request a quote for General Purpose Cleaning Solvent (RXSOL-16-1030-025) on WhatsApp at +968 77333599 or through our quote request page, with your site, volume and the documents your approval needs.
Frequently asked questions
What is a general purpose cleaning solvent used for?
It removes oil, grease and grime from metal parts, tools, valves and pump parts. Hydrocarbon grades of this type work on all metals, most plastics and painted surfaces, mainly in re-circulating or soak-type cold parts washers.
Should I choose a solvent-based or a water-based degreaser for workshop parts?
Use a solvent-based degreaser for heavy grease, oil or tar on machinery and oil and gas equipment. Use a water-based degreaser for everyday cleaning, galleys and food-contact surfaces. It is non-flammable and lower in VOC, but weaker on heavy build-up.
Do you dilute a cleaning solvent before use, or use it neat?
Straight hydrocarbon parts-washer solvents are used neat, without dilution. Emulsifying solvent degreasers are a different type: they are typically diluted with water for general cleaning, used neat on stubborn deposits, and rinsed off with water.
What flash point should a parts-washer solvent have in Oman?
Mineral-spirit-type solvents typically have a flash point of about 46 °C minimum (115 °F, Tag closed cup), while higher-flash parts-washer solvents typically reach about 65 °C (149 °F). Summer shade temperatures in Oman reach 45-50 °C, so store any grade shaded and ventilated, and consider the higher-flash type for hot workshops.
Where can I buy cleaning solvent in drums in Muscat or Oman?
Oman Chem lists General Purpose Cleaning Solvent (RXSOL-16-1030-025) and quotes from Barka Industrial Area. Request a quote on WhatsApp at +968 77333599 with your site and volume, and we confirm packing and delivery.