Light Creosote Oil
Dark brown to black oily liquid with a characteristic naphthalene-like odour · CAS 8001-58-9
Overview
Light Creosote Oil (CAS 8001-58-9) is one of the industrial minerals, oils & resins products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for wood preservative (timber/pole treatment); carbon-black and furnace-feedstock blending; road-tar and bituminous-product blending, among other applications in the industrial minerals, oils & resins category. We pack Light Creosote Oil in drums as per order quantity, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 1.03 – 1.10 |
| Distillation Range | 200 – 300°C, typical |
| Water Content | 1.5% Max |
| Naphthalene Content | Variable, coal-tar-distillate dependent |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Wood preservative (timber/pole treatment)
- Carbon-black and furnace-feedstock blending
- Road-tar and bituminous-product blending
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Light Creosote Oil?
Light Creosote Oil is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as dark brown to black oily liquid with a characteristic naphthalene-like odour, identified by CAS number 8001-58-9. It falls under our Industrial Minerals, Oils & Resins range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Light Creosote Oil used for?
Typical applications include: Wood preservative (timber/pole treatment); Carbon-black and furnace-feedstock blending; Road-tar and bituminous-product blending.
How should Light Creosote Oil be stored and handled?
Combustible liquid — store away from heat and ignition sources in a well-ventilated area. A coal-tar distillate containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs); regarded as toxic/irritant with some carcinogenicity concern — handle with adequate ventilation and appropriate PPE, and treat as a regulated material per applicable rules.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Light Creosote Oil in?
Drums as per order quantity. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Light Creosote Oil?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Light Creosote Oil hazardous to handle?
Yes — Light Creosote Oil is combustible and should be kept away from heat and ignition sources; toxic if mishandled and requires appropriate PPE; an irritant to skin and eyes on direct contact. Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Light Creosote Oil?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Light Creosote Oil is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Light Creosote Oil?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Light Creosote Oil.