Wholesale Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy Manufacturers & Manufacturer

Industry-Leading Chemical Refining, Advanced Desulfurization Catalysis, and Global Supply Solutions for Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy (CAS No. 64742-48-9) and Specialty Aromatic Solvents.

Whitepaper: Refining Dynamics & Market Integration of Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy

1. Executive Summary

In modern industrial chemistry, Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy (CAS No. 64742-48-9) serves as one of the most versatile, high-utility hydrocarbon intermediates. Characterized by its complex mixture of saturated hydrocarbons, predominantly within the carbon number range of C6 to C13 and boasting a boiling spectrum of approximately 65°C to 230°C, this chemical profile represents a critical refining asset. The hydrotreatment process—utilizing catalytic hydrogenation—reconstructs the raw naphtha by eliminating sulfur and nitrogen compounds while saturating unstable olefins. This delivers an exceptionally clean, low-odor, and chemically stable solvent matrix.

Global demand for premium-grade, low-sulfur hydrotreated heavy naphtha is accelerating, dictated by increasingly rigorous occupational safety and environmental policies (such as Europe's REACH and the United States' EPA VOC mandates). As high-capacity manufacturers, Shandong Saier Chemical Technology Development Co., Ltd. stands at the forefront of this industrial revolution, providing critical information gain and technical transparency to global procurement managers looking for reliable, high-purity supply chains.

Strategic Market Insights

Our 720,000-ton annual production capacity enables uninterrupted wholesale distribution across major global markets, offering a comprehensive suite of high-boiling aromatic solvents (S-100 to S-200) alongside key fine chemical intermediates.

2. Global Commercial & Industrial Landscape

The macro-refining sector currently balances on a narrow axis of supply optimization. Historically, raw naphtha fractions were directed solely to catalytic reforming units for high-octane gasoline blending or to steam crackers for ethylene and propylene synthesis. However, specialized downstream sectors—ranging from automotive coatings and wood preservatives to agricultural emulsifiable concentrates—require custom-tailored distillation cuts with low aromatic footprints. This has given rise to the heavy hydrotreated solvent category.

Regionally, the market presents varying demands. The North American and European sectors emphasize high-flash-point hydrotreated solvents with ultra-low aromatic content (to avoid strict GHS hazard classification). Conversely, the Asia-Pacific region, led by China's manufacturing base, represents the fastest-growing industrial consumer. This dual demand is met through advanced fractionated distillation, separating the broad hydrotreated heavy naphtha stream into specific, predictable solvents like S-100, S-150, S-150ND (naphthalene depleted), and S-200. Maintaining structural stability and supply reliability across these sectors requires massive refinery infrastructure and robust financial foundations.

At a Glance

Key technical indices of our hydrotreated heavy naphtha series:

  • CAS Number: 64742-48-9 / 64742-94-5
  • Boiling Range: 150°C - 290°C
  • Aromatic Content: Formulated custom levels
  • Flash Point: Up to >100°C for S-200
  • Sulfur Concentration: < 5 ppm
Quality Standard Representation
720,000+
Annual Refining Capacity (Tons)
CNY 60M
Registered Corporate Capital
2004
Established Industry Heritage
80+
Global Export Destinations

Hydrotreating Catalysis: The Path to High-Purity Heavy Hydrocarbons

The synthesis of premium Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy requires extreme operational precision. In typical refinery configurations, straight-run heavy naphtha derived from atmospheric distillation units is rich in organic sulfur (mercaptans, thiophenes) and nitrogen compounds. These chemical impurities not only pose environmental risks when oxidized but also poison downstream conversion catalysts (such as platinum-rhenium matrices in reforming units). To convert these crude fractions, our plant utilizes deep hydrodesulfurization (HDS) and hydrodenitrogenation (HDN) systems.

Catalytic Hydrotreating Chemistry:
R-SH + H2 → R-H + H2S (Desulfurization)
R-NH2 + H2 → R-H + NH3 (Denitrogenation)
Unsaturated Hydrocarbons + H2 → Saturated Hydrocarbons (Saturation)

By forcing the reaction under temperatures of 300°C to 400°C and pressures of 30 to 100 bar over high-efficiency Ni-Mo or Co-Mo catalysts, we reduce sulfur contaminants down to parts-per-million levels. The resulting stream is subsequently fractionated via continuous rectification. This allows us to supply highly specific boiling range solvents (Solvent Naphtha, TOPSOL, KOCOSOL, Aromatic Hydrocarbon, TOLUENE AROMATIC HYDROCARBON, NAFTA DISOLVENTE SOLVESSO) which serve as the foundation of modern high-performance industrial coatings, agrochemicals, and heat transfer fluids.

Aromatic Solvent S100

Aromatic Solvent S100

CAS No.: 64742-95-6

Separated via continuous rectification, offering a colorless, transparent, high-solvency aromatic organic solvent profile.

Fine Chemistry Materials

Fine Chemistry Center

Specialized Intermediates

High-purity organic synthesis building blocks, customized to meet strict regulatory and composition limits.

Heat Transfer Oil

Heat Transfer Oil L-QC320

High-Stability Formulations

Engineered for closed heat transfer systems requiring excellent thermal oxidation stability and long operational life.

Intermediate Compounds

Intermediate Raw Materials

Process Building Blocks

High-grade precursors including Thiophene, MIPK, and Durene derived from integrated refinery stream processing.

Industrial & Localized Application Scenarios

Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy and its specialized distillation fractions serve critical functions in various global and localized industrial ecosystems.

1. Crop Protection & Agrochemical Carriers

Agrochemical formulations (specifically Emulsifiable Concentrates - EC) demand high-solvency solvents that can dissolve active pesticide ingredients without phytotoxicity. Our low-naphthalene aromatic solvents (S-150ND, S-200) act as stable, high-boiling carriers, ensuring optimal dispersion and uniform agricultural application.

2. High-Performance Paints & Industrial Coatings

In the architectural and automotive coatings industries, drying speed, gloss development, and leveling behavior are heavily controlled by the solvent evaporation profile. Hydrotreated heavy naphtha fractions provide controlled volatility, low odor, and uniform film-forming parameters for marine paints and wood varnishes.

3. Advanced Printing Inks & Gravure Formulations

Web offset printing and gravure packaging require high-solvency components with high flash points to prevent occupational hazards. Our heavy aromatic fractions enable precise viscosity regulation and pigment dispersion without damaging printing machinery components.

4. Oilfield Chemicals & Drag Reducers

During crude extraction and transport, paraffin deposition can choke pipelines. Hydrotreated heavy naphtha functions as an exceptional carrier solvent for drag reducers, corrosion inhibitors, and pour-point depressants, optimizing oilfield production efficiency.

5. Commercial Cleaning & Degreasing Agents

Metal processing plants require robust, low-corrosion solvents for surface cleaning before welding or powder coating. The high stability and low flammability of hydrotreated heavy naphtha fractions make them ideal for automated closed degreasing systems.

6. Intermediate Chemical Precursors

Beyond solvent applications, the fractions serve as direct feedstocks for synthesis of high-value intermediates, plastics additives (PVC plasticizers), durene extraction, and specialized derivatives utilized in pharmaceutical and dye industries.

Shandong Saier Chemical: Strategic Infrastructure & Production Capability

Founded in December 2004, Shandong Saier Chemical Technology Development Co., Ltd. has established itself as an innovative, highly capable supplier in the international petrochemical landscape. Situated at No. 207, WeiLiu Road, Qilu Chemical Industrial Park, Linzi, Zibo City, Shandong Province, the company leverages Zibo's long heritage as a chemical refining center. With an initial registered capital of 60 million yuan, Saier established deep financial security and built long-term strategic alliances with major refiners such as Sinopec, PetroChina, ChemChina, Zhejiang Petrochemical, and Hengli Petrochemical. This guarantees consistent access to top-grade crude C9, C10, and straight-run naphtha streams.

Our production facilities have achieved an annual capacity of 720,000 tons, catering to both domestic hubs (Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, Hebei, Shandong, Henan) and global markets in Europe, North and South America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Over decades of innovation, we transitioned from basic solvent synthesis to high-value fine chemical materials, earning recognition as a national high-tech enterprise. This enables us to continually invest in advanced emissions abatement, automated process controls, and specialized hydrotreating configurations to offer products with minimal environmental footprint.

Factory & Operational Infrastructure Showcase

Why Choose Us: The Chinese Chemical Factory Efficiency Model

Global procurement teams favor Chinese manufacturers for their distinct structural and operational efficiencies. Here is how Shandong Saier Chemical optimizes this ecosystem:

Strategic Industrial Clustering

Located in the Qilu Chemical Industrial Park, our plant connects directly to massive localized upstream pipelines. This eliminates inter-provincial shipping costs for raw intermediates and secures reliable inputs during high-demand seasons.

Advanced Automation (DCS)

We implement state-of-the-art Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for continuous rectification. Automated tracking of temperature, pressure, and flow rates ensures batch-to-batch consistency and significantly reduces human operational errors.

Integrated Raw Material Alliances

Our strategic relationships with top national refiners (Sinopec, PetroChina) ensure that our raw C9-C10 feedstock is of premium origin, preventing downstream impurities and catalyst poisoning in our hydrotreating units.

Scalable Capacity (720k Tons)

Our high refining throughput provides significant economies of scale. We pass these savings directly to our global buyers, offering wholesale price terms that stand out in international bidding.

Strict QA and SGS Verification

Every single batch undergoes rigorous gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry testing in our state-of-the-art on-site laboratories. We provide full COA (Certificate of Analysis) and support third-party SGS or Intertek inspection prior to loading.

Global Port Access & Logistics

Proximity to Qingdao Port enables us to coordinate rapid maritime shipments. We support diverse shipping models, including ISO Tanks for bulk liquid solvents, Flexibags for cost-effective containment, and standard steel drum shipments.

Global Industrial Trends & Environmental Sustainability

The global hydrocarbon solvents market is undergoing a structural transition toward environmental compliance and toxicity reduction. Traditional high-sulfur, high-aromatic solvents are being phased out in favor of hydrotreated alternatives. This transition is highlighted by several key developments:

  • Decarbonization and Low-VOC Formulations: Regulators globally are tightening Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) limits. Formulators are shifting to high-flash-point hydrotreated heavy naphthas to balance solvency power with safety and reduced emission profiles.
  • The Rise of Naphthalene-Depleted (ND) Grades: Classification mandates require solvents with less than 1% or even 0.1% naphthalene content to avoid being classified as carcinogens. Shandong Saier Chemical has pioneered refining methods that selectively extract or hydrotreat naphthalene fractions to produce specialized grades like S-150ND.
  • Co-Processing and Bio-Hybrids: Looking to the future, integration of bio-based hydrocarbon feedstocks into traditional hydrotreaters is being tested to reduce overall life-cycle carbon footprints. We are actively researching catalytic pathways to support this transition.

Global Application Gallery & Heavy Industry Integration

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Get answers to technical, logistical, and compliance questions about hydrotreated heavy naphtha and specialty solvents.

What is the difference between raw naphtha and Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy (CAS No. 64742-48-9)?

Raw naphtha is a straight-run refinery distillation cut that contains significant amounts of sulfur compounds, nitrogen, and unsaturated olefins. This makes it chemically unstable, foul-smelling, and highly reactive. Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy has undergone catalytic hydrogenation (treating with hydrogen over Co-Mo or Ni-Mo catalysts under high temperature and pressure). This process removes up to 99% of sulfur and nitrogen impurities and saturates olefins, resulting in an exceptionally stable, low-odor, and low-toxicity hydrocarbon solvent with a boiling range of 65°C to 230°C.

How does Shandong Saier Chemical ensure consistent quality and purity across batch shipments?

Our manufacturing plant employs an advanced Distributed Control System (DCS) to monitor the continuous rectification towers and catalytic reactors in real-time. By locking in distillation temperatures, reflux ratios, and reactor pressures, we guarantee consistent boiling point ranges, aromatics distribution, and solvent density. Additionally, every batch is analyzed in our QC lab via gas chromatography (GC) before loading. We provide a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing physical and chemical properties and support pre-shipment inspections by independent third parties such as SGS or Intertek.

What logistics and transport modes do you offer for international wholesale orders?

We provide comprehensive global shipping options tailored to buyers' volume and port infrastructure. Bulk orders can be dispatched via dedicated chemical cargo vessels. For containerized transport, we offer specialized ISO Tank containers, heavy-duty Flexitanks (ideal for cost-efficient bulk liquid transport inside standard 20ft dry containers), and standard 200L steel drums. Our proximity to Qingdao Port allows us to easily coordinate logistics and ensure timely customs clearance and sailing schedules.

How does the naphthalene content affect the regulatory status of aromatic solvents like S-150?

Under international GHS and REACH guidelines, solvents containing more than 1% naphthalene must carry specific hazard classification labels indicating potential carcinogenic risks. To help our clients bypass these strict labelling requirements and protect worker safety, Saier Chemical produces naphthalene-depleted grades (e.g., S-150ND). By utilizing advanced fractionation systems, we reduce naphthalene content to less than 0.1%, ensuring regulatory compliance in highly regulated markets such as the EU and North America.

What other chemical products and intermediates does Saier Chemical produce?

Alongside our main aromatic solvents (S-100, S-150, S-180, S-200), our integrated refinery stream allows us to produce high-value fine chemical materials and intermediates. These include Thiophene (CAS 110-02-1), Methylaminoformyl chloride (MCC), Methyl Isopropyl Ketone (MIPK), Durene, Pyromellitic Acid (PMA), Hypophosphorous Acid, Sodium Hypophosphite, and specialized Heat Transfer Oils (L-QC320). This diverse product range allows global buyers to consolidate their chemical sourcing needs with a single trusted partner.

Can you customize the aromatic concentration and boiling points for specific client requirements?

Yes. As a direct manufacturer with deep R&D and fractionation capabilities, we can adjust the boiling range cuts and blend custom aliphatic-aromatic ratios to match client specifications. Our technical engineering team works closely with clients to understand their application needs (such as Kauri-Butanol values, evaporation rate parameters, and flash point thresholds) to formulate the ideal solvent solution.

Partner with an Established Global Chemical Manufacturer

Whether you require bulk delivery of Naphtha Hydrotreated Heavy, custom high-boiling aromatic solvents, or fine chemical intermediates, our engineering and logistical teams are ready to support your supply chain. We optimize our production processes to lower energy consumption and waste, ensuring high efficiency and competitive pricing.

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