Solvent license
Solvent License Consultants – Compliant Storage Approvals for Industrial Use and trading
What is Solvent License?
G.S.R. 856 (E): – In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (10 of 1955), the Central Government hereby makes the following order to amend the Solvent, Raffinate and Slop (Acquisition, Sale, Storage and Prevention of Use in Automobiles),
These chemicals are highly inflammable and require regulated storage with proper fire safety systems.
No person shall either acquire, store or sell solvents included in the Schedule, without a licence issued by the State Government or the District Magistrate or any other Officer authorised by the Central or the State Government.
Provided that no such licence shall be required for consumption of 50 KLs per month or less and storage of 20 KLs or less of solvents listed in the Schedule combined.
List of Solvents / Raffles / Products:
- SBP spirits / SBP solvents
- C-9 Solvents / raffinates
- C-6 raffinates
- Pentane
- Cixon
- Solvent 90
- Hexane
- Heptane
- Resol
- Natural Gas Liquids (N.G.L)
- Mineral Turpentine Oil (M.T.O)
- Aromex
- Mixed Fuel Oil (M.F.O)
List of Solvents / Raffles / Products
- Heptane
- Resol
- Natural Gas Liquids (N.G.L)
- Pentane
- Hexane
- Laxon
- Solvent-90
- Aromax
- Lomax
- Mixed Fuel Oil (M..F.O)
- SBP. Spirits/SBP Solvents
- C-9 Solvents/Raffinates
- Mineral Turpentine Oil (M.T.O)
- C-6 raffinates
Solvent license Rules
- Application submission
- Site layout approval and NOC
- Fire NOC
- Storage Safety Standards
- Grant of Lincense
- Renewal of License
- Strict Regulatory Compliance
- Record Maintenance and Reporting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum quantity that requires licensing?
Provided that no such license shall be required for consumption of 50 KLs per month or less and storage of 20 KLs or less.
Is solvent storage risky without licensing?
Yes. Unauthorized storage can result in legal action, fines, and even fire hazards.
Does Petrosives help with renewal or modification?
Absolutely. We handle new, renewal, and expansion applications.
How long does it take to get a solvent license?
Generally 1 to 2 Months, depending on PESO zone and document readiness.