Product Line Guide

White, green and gray lines: which absorbent should you use?

Understand the main differences between absorbent lines and choose according to the type of liquid in your operation.

Guide summary
  • White line: oil, fuels and petroleum products.
  • Green line: aggressive chemicals and other chemicals.
  • Gray line: general liquids and maintenance.
  • The wrong choice can reduce efficiency and safety.

White line: oil and petroleum products

The white line is suitable for hydrocarbons such as oil, diesel, gasoline, lubricants and petroleum products. It is the standard choice when the goal is to absorb oil, including where water is present.

  • Lubricating oil.
  • Diesel and gasoline.
  • Petroleum and petroleum products.
  • Ports, docks, workshops and fuel stations.

Green line: aggressive chemicals

The green line is suitable for aggressive chemicals, acids, bases, solvents and chemicals that require specific compatibility.

  • Acids and bases.
  • Aggressive chemicals.
  • Laboratories and chemical industries.
  • Areas at risk of reaction or corrosion.

Gray line: general liquids

The gray line handles general liquids in maintenance, operational and industrial cleaning environments. It is an option for mixed scenarios involving neither pure hydrocarbons nor a specific aggressive chemical.

  • General liquids.
  • Industrial maintenance.
  • Workshops and production areas.
  • Operational cleaning routine.

FAQ about white, green and gray lines

1

Does the white line absorb water?
The white line is designed for oil and petroleum products and repels water, making it suitable for hydrocarbons.

2

When should I use the green line?
Use the green line for aggressive chemicals, acids, bases, solvents and chemicals that require specific compatibility.

3

Is the gray line suitable for oil?
The gray line is for general liquids. For oil and petroleum products, the white line is usually the primary recommendation.

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