Shell Edelex Oil 956 is a high-quality naphthenic process oil offering excellent solvency, light colour, and low odour, ideal for industrial applications requiring refined characteristics and stability.
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Shell Edelex Oil 956

Shell Edelex Oil 956 is a high-quality naphthenic process oil offering excellent solvency, light colour, and low odour, ideal for industrial applications requiring refined characteristics and stability.

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Shell Edelex Oil 956

Refined naphthenic process oil for industrial and specialty processing applications

  • High-purity formulation with light ASTM colour (1.5) and low odour

  • Enhanced solvency due to naphthenic base structure

  • Flash point of 230 °C and low pour point of -24 °C

  • Stable under light exposure; some variants in the Edelex range are light-stabilised

  • Low PCA content (<3% by IP 346 method) for enhanced safety

  • Good viscosity profile and thermal characteristics for versatile process use

  • Low aromatic and polar component content ensures compatibility

Global Product Code: 901L2635



Application:

Shell Edelex Oil 956 is a high-performance naphthenic process oil formulated for use in industrial process applications requiring low odour, light colour, and excellent solvency. It is suitable for blending, dispersing, and plasticising functions where a refined, thermally stable base oil is essential.

Performance Features & Benefits:

  • Excellent Solvency: Supports dispersion of additives and processing agents due to high naphthenic content.
  • Low Odour & Light Colour: ASTM colour of 1.5 for applications where clarity and visual quality are needed.
  • Thermal Performance: Flash point of 230 °C and pour point of -24 °C for broad temperature stability.
  • Low Polar & Aromatic Content: 0.3% polar and 27.7% aromatic components support compatibility and safety.
  • Safe for Processing: PCA content below 3% in compliance with IP 346.

Main Application Areas:

  • Rubber and elastomer processing
  • Industrial chemical formulations
  • Plasticiser or carrier base oil
  • Solvent or dispersing agent base oil

Specifications & Approvals:

  • Meets Shell internal specification for naphthenic process oils
  • PCA <3% per IP 346 (safe use classification)

Environmental & Safety Information:

  • Shell Edelex Oil 956 is not expected to present significant health or safety hazards when used as directed.
  • Avoid skin contact. Use gloves during handling. Wash with soap and water after contact.
  • Do not dispose of oil into drains, water, or soil. Return used oil to an authorised collection point.
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available via inquiry

Technical Specifications:

Property Typical Value Method
Colour (ASTM) 1.5 ISO 2049
Density @ 15°C 914 kg/m³ ISO 12185
Refractive Index @ 20°C 1.499 ASTM D1218
Flash Point (COC) 230 °C ISO 2592
Pour Point -24 °C ISO 3016
Kinematic Viscosity @ 20°C 700 mm²/s ISO 3104
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C 141 mm²/s ISO 3104
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C 10.6 mm²/s ISO 3104
Sulphur Content 0.1% m/m ISO 14596
Carbon Type Distribution — Aromatic (C/A) 7% DIN 51378 / ASTM D2140 mod.
Carbon Type Distribution — Naphthenic (C/N) 42% DIN 51378 / ASTM D2140 mod.
Carbon Type Distribution — Paraffinic (C/P) 51% DIN 51378 / ASTM D2140 mod.
Refractive Intercept 1.0435 DIN 51378
Viscosity Gravity Constant (VGC) 0.850 DIN 51378
Aniline Point 95 °C ISO 2977
Clay Gel Analysis — Polar Components 0.3% m/m ASTM D2007
Clay Gel Analysis — Aromatic Components 27.7% m/m ASTM D2007
Clay Gel Analysis — Saturated Components 72% m/m ASTM D2007
Evaporation Loss (22h @ 107°C) 0.5% m/m ASTM D972
Noack Volatility (1h @ 250°C) 9% m/m ASTM D5800
PCA Content (DMSO Method) <3% m/m IP 346

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