Xylene (Mixture of Isomers) PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC [Includes all characterization data]
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Synonym: Xylene mixture of isomers
Linear Formula:
C8H10
Molecular Weight: 106.17
CAS Number: 1330-20-7
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 18 mmHg ( 37.7 °C) |
| Assay Purity | >= 99 % |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.497 (lit.) |
| B pt. | 137-140 °C (lit.) |
| M pt. | -34°C |
| Density | 0.86 g/mL at 25°C (lit.) |
| Form | Liquid |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | H226,H304,H312 + H332,H315,H319,H335,H373,H412 |
| Precautionary Statement | P210 - P273 - P280 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P331 |
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| Signal word | Danger |
| HS Code | 27073000 |
| Storage Temp. | Room Temperature |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
| UN Number | 1307 |
Description
Application
Xylene is primarily used as a solvent in paints coatings and varnishes. It is also used in the production of synthetic fibers rubber and in the printing and chemical industries.
Purpose
The main purpose of xylene is to dissolve or thin substances in various industrial processes. It is also utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of terephthalic acid for making plastics particularly polyester.
General Description
Xylene is a colorless flammable liquid consisting of a mixture of three isomers ortho-xylene meta-xylene and para-xylene. It is a volatile aromatic hydrocarbon commonly derived from petroleum.
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