Triethylamine is a clear, colorless liquid with an Ammonia or fish-like odor. It is used as a catalyst, corrosion inhibitor and propellant.

It is used as an extractant and an oxygenate gasoline additive.

Petroleum ether is used as nonpolar solvent mixtures and extractants.

2-Methoxyethanol is used as a solvent for many different purposes such as varnishes, dyes, and resins. It is also used as an additive in airplane deicing solutions. In organometallic chemistry it is commonly used for the synthesis of Vaska's complex and related compounds such as carbonylchlorohydridotris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium (II). During these reactions the alcohol acts as a source of hydride and carbon monoxide.

Ethyl acetate is used primarily as a solvent and diluent, being favored because of its low cost, low toxicity, and agreeable odor.

Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is a chemical that dissolves many organic and inorganic substances. It's available as a prescription drug and dietary supplement.