Naphthenic Acid

Name:
Naphthenic Acid
Detailed information:
Any of a group of saturated higher fatty acids derived from the gas-oil fraction of petroleum by extraction with caustic soda solution and subsequent acidification. Gulf and West coast crudes are relatively high in these acids. The commercial grade is a mixture, usually of dark color and unpleasant odor, corrosive to metals. The chief use of naphthenic acids is in the production of metallic naphthenates for paint driers and cellulose preservatives. Other uses are as solvents, detergents, rubber reclaiming agent, etc.