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Titanium dioxide pigments, binder resins, solvents, in-can biocides and rheology modifiers.

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Chemicals we supply for paints, coatings & inks

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Food gradeIn stock
KaliSel Potassium Chloride — Colourless, elongated prismatic or cubical crystals or white granular powder

KaliSel Potassium Chloride

KaliSel, a food-grade potassium chloride (KCl), is widely utilized in the food industry as a sodium chloride replacement. It ensures sodium reduction…

CAS
7447-40-7
Formula
KCl

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock

Kaolin

Kaolin is a fine white powder widely used in the paper industry for improving brightness, gloss, printability, and smoothness as a coating pigment an…

CAS
1332-58-7
Formula
Al2Si2O5(OH)4

Paper & Pulp

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Kaolin Clay Powder — Fine white powder.

Kaolin Clay Powder in Kenya

Kaolin Clay Powder is a versatile industrial mineral primarily used for applications in construction, agriculture, and cosmetic formulations. Charact…

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Technical gradeIn stock
Kaolin Clay — Fine white powder

Kaolin Clay in Kenya

Kaolin Clay is a versatile industrial mineral primarily used in the paint and coatings industry. Characterized by its fine particle size and smooth t…

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Technical gradeIn stock
Lemon Chrome (Barium Chromate) — Yellow powder

Lemon Chrome (Barium Chromate) in Kenya

Lemon Chrome, also known as Barium Chromate (CAS 10294-40-3), is a yellow pigment primarily used in the paints and coatings industry. It provides a v…

CAS
10294-40-3
Formula
BaCrO4

Pigments

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Technical gradeIn stock
Liquid Calcium Octoate — Liquid form, clear to slightly yellowish appearance.

Liquid Calcium Octoate

Liquid Calcium Octoate is a specialized formulation primarily utilized as a drying agent in paints and coatings. This product plays a crucial role in…

Paints & Coatings

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Technical gradeIn stock
Liquid Calcium Octoate — Clear to pale yellow liquid

Liquid Calcium Octoate in Kenya

Liquid Calcium Octoate is a formulation primarily used as a heat stabilizer in various industrial applications. This compound enhances the performanc…

Paints & Coatings

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Liquid Pine Oil — Clear to pale yellow liquid

Liquid Pine Oil

Liquid Pine Oil is widely used as a natural solvent and disinfectant, appreciated for its pleasant pine aroma and efficacy in various applications. W…

CAS
8002-09-3

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
M.I.B.K. (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone) — Colorless clear liquid

M.I.B.K. (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone)

M.I.B.K., or methyl isobutyl ketone, is a high-purity solvent widely used in paints, coatings, and varnishes for improving flow, leveling, and film f…

CAS
108-10-1
Formula
C6H12O
Assay
≥ 99.5%

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
M.I.B.K. — Colorless liquid

M.I.B.K. in Kenya

M.I.B.K. (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone) is a versatile solvent primarily used in paints and coatings for its excellent solvency properties. It is recognize…

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Industrial gradeIn stock
MIMOSA FS — Light yellowish or pale powder

MIMOSA FS

MIMOSA FS is a vegetable tannin extract utilized primarily in the leather industry. It enhances leather products by providing rapid tannin penetratio…

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Magnesium Oxide 90% Industrial Grade — White crystalline powder

Magnesium Oxide 90% Industrial Grade

Magnesium Oxide, with a CAS number of 1309-48-4, is primarily used in agriculture for soil amendment and as an animal feed supplement. Offering 90% p…

CAS
1309-48-4
Formula
MgO
Assay
90

Agricultural Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Manganese Octoate 10% — Pale yellow liquid

Manganese Octoate 10% in Kenya

Manganese Octoate 10% is primarily used as a drying agent in paints and coatings, as well as in the manufacturing of rubber products. This formulatio…

Paints & Coatings

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methanol — Clear, colorless liquid

Methanol

Methanol is a versatile chemical widely used as a solvent and chemical feedstock. With a purity level of ≥99.9%, it serves crucial roles in synthesiz…

CAS
67-56-1
Formula
CH4O

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methoxy Propanol (DOWANOL PM) — Clear liquid

Methoxy Propanol (DOWANOL PM) in Kenya

Methoxy Propanol, also known as DOWANOL PM, is a versatile solvent primarily used in the paints and coatings industry. It functions as a coalescent,…

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) — Colorless liquid

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM)

Methoxy Propanol, also known as Dowanol PM (CAS 107-98-2), is a versatile solvent primarily used in coatings, printing inks, and cleaners. This chemi…

CAS
107-98-2
Formula
C4H10O2
Assay
99.5

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) — Clear, colourless liquid

Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)

Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA), also known as Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate (PGMEA), is an industrial solvent widely utilized in the coatin…

CAS
108-65-6
Formula
C6H12O3
Assay
99+

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) — Colorless liquid

Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) in Kenya

Methoxy Propyl Acetate, commonly referred to as PMA, is primarily utilized as a solvent in various applications. Known for its effective solvency pro…

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methyl Acetate — Colorless liquid

Methyl Acetate

Methyl Acetate is a versatile solvent widely used in the paints, coatings, and adhesives industries. Known for its fast-drying properties and sweet,…

CAS
79-20-9
Formula
C3H6O2

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methyl Acetate — Clear, colorless liquid

Methyl Acetate in Kenya

Methyl Acetate is a versatile solvent primarily used in paints and coatings. It serves as a powerful solvent for various chemical reactions, especial…

CAS
79-20-9
Formula
C3H6O2

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) — Colorless liquid

Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) in Kenya

Methyl Ethyl Ketone, commonly known as MEK, is primarily used as a solvent in various industrial applications. It is widely utilized in the paints an…

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone — Liquid

Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone in Kenya

Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone (MIBK) is a versatile solvent primarily used for thinning paints and coatings, as well as in specialized cleaning application…

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methylated Spirits — Clear liquid

Methylated Spirits in Kenya

Methylated Spirits is a versatile solvent widely used in cleaning and disinfection applications. Known for its strong evaporative properties, it’s ef…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Methylene Chloride — Clear, colorless volatile liquid

Methylene Chloride

Methylene Chloride is a highly effective solvent widely used in paint stripping and removal. This colorless, volatile liquid is known for its rapid e…

CAS
75-09-2
Formula
CH2Cl2

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How we support you

Beyond supply

  • Dosing calculations and process troubleshooting from our technical desk
  • Substitute recommendations when a raw material is constrained or priced out
  • Batch retention samples so any consignment can be re-tested against its COA
  • Scheduled contract supply so your line never waits on a reorder

Common questions

Which chemicals does Sparks supply to the paints, coatings & inks sector?

We list 144 products for this sector, including 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya, 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax, Acetic Acid, Acetone. A certificate of analysis and safety data sheet can be issued with a consignment where this is specified at order stage.

Do you deliver paints, coatings & inks chemicals outside Nairobi?

Yes. Orders are dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse to towns across Kenya, and delivery is arranged to Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and Ethiopia with the export documentation each destination requires. Lead time depends on the quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation.

What compliance documentation do you provide?

We hold ISO 9001:2015, KEBS Approved, NEMA Licensed accreditations, and copies are available on request. Batch certificates of analysis, safety data sheets and import documentation are issued with a consignment where these are specified at order stage.