Views: 0 Author: Maoming Zhengmao Petrochemical Co., Ltd Publish Time: 2025-07-30 Origin: Site
As global industries seek more sustainable and worker-friendly solutions, the transition from traditional solvents like sulfonated kerosene to cleaner, low-odor alternatives is accelerating. Eco-Solvent 260 is emerging as a superior solution for metal extraction processes, especially in hydrometallurgy and solvent extraction (SX) systems involving copper, cobalt, rare earth elements, and nickel.
Why Switch from Sulfonated Kerosene to Eco-Solvent 260?
Sulfonated kerosene has long been the go-to diluent in metal extraction applications, prized for its extraction efficiency and compatibility with common extractants such as Alamine 336 and LIX reagents. However, its drawbacks are well-documented: pungent odor, high sulfur content, and poor biodegradability, leading to regulatory and environmental pressures.
Eco-Solvent 260, a high-purity, isoparaffinic-based diluent, provides a cleaner, safer alternative without compromising performance.
Key Benefits of Eco-Solvent 260:
✅ Low Odor & Low Sulfur: Enhances workplace safety and comfort.
✅ Excellent Solvency Power: Maintains phase separation efficiency and extraction selectivity.
✅ High Flash Point & Low Aromatics: Offers better stability and safety in large-scale operations.
✅ Eco-Friendly Profile: Biodegradable and compliant with stricter environmental standards.
Solvent Extraction of Non-Ferrous Metals: Compatible with extractants used in copper, cobalt, and rare earth refining.
Metal Refining Plants: Used as a diluent in SX circuits for clean phase disengagement.
R&D and Pilot Testing: Offers a safer alternative during testing and scale-up phases.
Technical Properties (Quick Snapshot):
| Property | Eco-Solvent 260 |
| Flash Point (°C) | > 90 |
| Aromatic Content (%) | < 0.01 |
| Odor | Very Low |
| Boiling Range (°C) | 230–280 |
| Sulfur Content (ppm) | < 5 |
Why Choose Eco-Solvent 260 for Your Operation?
Global trends in ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) compliance, along with stricter EHS regulations across Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America, have increased the demand for green solvents in mining and metal refining industries. Eco-Solvent 260 helps producers meet these requirements without sacrificing technical performance.
Contact us today to request a free sample or obtain technical specifications tailored to your application needs.
Upgrade your extraction process. Switch to Eco-Solvent 260 – the smarter, cleaner alternative to sulfonated kerosene.
