#$%^&*AU2015101280B420170601.pdf#####Abstract According to the present invention there is provided a carrier system for use in a wood preservative formulation, said carrier system comprising one or more low aromatic, or substantially low aromatic solvents. The invention also provides for a wood preservative formulation comprising such a carrier. In an embodiment, the carrier is selected from the commercially-available range of Exxsol@ D and Isopar@ fluids.