organic solvent
Carbon-based dissolver
An organic solvent is a carbon-based liquid used to dissolve other substances.
Common examples include acetone, ethanol, and toluene.
Organic solvents appear in paints, adhesives, cleaning products, and industrial processes: The lab uses organic solvents for extraction.
Many are volatile and flammable, requiring careful handling and ventilation.
- paint thinnerSolvent for oil-based coatings
- paint stripperChemical that dissolves finishes
- etherVolatile organic solvent
- alcoholIntoxicating hydroxyl compound
- acetoneVolatile organic solvent
ethanol · xylene · nail polish remover · hydrocarbon · benzene · toluene · degreaser · dry cleaning fluid · carbon tetrachloride · hexane · dichloromethane · flammable · chloroform · turpentine · volatile · amine · nonpolar · pungent