Bekhol is a proprietary solvent made from a unique combination of Ethanol and Isobutanol. It was specifically blended as a dissolving medium for shellac flakes and as a solvent for shellac. Behkol's formulation allows for a better flow of shellac and padding lacquers. It can also be used to reduce varnishes, French polishes, spirit stains, and removers. It may be used to dissolve aniline dyes as well.

Bekhol is also ideal for cleaning fine bristle brushes after using with shellac based products. It can even be used to clean glass and other non-lacquered surfaces such as laminates.