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Xylene (Mixed Isomers)

CAS 1330-20-7 · Formula C8H10 · MW 106.16 g/mol g/mol

A high-strength aromatic solvent and petrochemical feedstock supplied as the standard isomer blend. It is used as an industrial solvent in paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, and cleaning/degreasing products, as a component of motor and aviation fuels, and as a feedstock for the manufacture of other chemicals.

Safety Data Sheet
HS Code
2902.44
At a Glance
Material Family
Solvents - Aromatic
Record Type
UVCB
Primary Role
Solvency · Cleaning / Degreasing
Functional Roles
Solvency Cleaning / Degreasing Synthesis Intermediate
INCI Name
XYLENE
CosIng Functions
FRAGRANCEPERFUMINGSOLVENT
Industries Served
Agriculture Beauty & Personal Care Coatings & Construction Industrial Manufacturing Oil & Gas
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Solvent: Solvent for paints, coatings, inks, and adhesives
  • ▸ Cleaning: Degreasing and cleaning formulations
  • ▸ Fuel blending: Component of motor and aviation gasoline
  • ▸ Chemical feedstock: Raw material for downstream chemical manufacture
Physical Properties
appearance
Clear colorless liquid
odor
Sweet aromatic
boiling_point
137-140 °C (typical, isomer blend)
freezing_point
< -25 °C (typical)
flash_point
approx. 27 °C (closed cup)
density
0.86-0.88 g/cm3 at 20 °C (typical)
vapor_pressure
approx. 8 mmHg at 20 °C
vapor_density
3.7 (air = 1)
water_solubility
Practically insoluble (~0.1-0.2 g/L at 20 °C)
autoignition_temperature
approx. 465 °C
refractive_index
approx. 1.497 at 20 °C
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2902 . 44
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.02
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2902.44
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
1330-20-7
Molecular Formula
C8H10
Molecular Weight
106.16 g/mol g/mol
IUPAC Name
1,2-xylene;1,3-xylene;1,4-xylene
INCI Name
XYLENE
PubChem CID
6850715
InChI Key
MVZVDAGWAAZJPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Xylenes Mixed Xylenes Dimethylbenzene Xylol Xylenes (o-, m-, p-) Dimethyl benzene
Full Description

Xylene, mixed isomers (CAS 1330-20-7) is a commercial blend of the ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene isomers, often containing ethylbenzene. It is used as an industrial solvent in paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, and cleaning/degreasing products, as a component of motor and aviation fuels, and as a feedstock for the manufacture of other chemicals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is xylene used for?

Xylene, mixed isomers (CAS 1330-20-7) is an aromatic solvent used in paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, and cleaning/degreasing products. It is also blended into motor and aviation fuels and used as a feedstock for the manufacture of other chemicals. We supply it as a bulk industrial solvent.

Is xylene the same thing as acetone?

No. Xylene is an aromatic hydrocarbon solvent (mixed o-, m-, and p-xylene isomers, often with ethylbenzene), while acetone is a ketone. They differ in chemistry, solvency profile, and evaporation behavior and are not interchangeable across applications.

What are mixed xylene isomers?

Mixed xylene (CAS 1330-20-7) is a commercial blend of the ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene isomers, frequently containing ethylbenzene. The mixed grade is the standard solvent product, classified under HS 2902.44 (mixed xylene isomers).

Does xylene dissolve or attack rubber and plastics?

Xylene is a strong aromatic solvent and can swell or attack some rubbers and plastics, which is why material compatibility must be checked for seals, hoses, and containers in contact. Confirm compatibility and handling requirements against the SDS before use.

How is bulk xylene packaged and priced?

Mixed xylene ships in drums, IBC totes, and bulk for solvent, coatings, and cleaning manufacturers. Packaging, MOQ, and pricing are volume-dependent; submit a bulk RFQ for current pricing and request the SDS for hazmat handling details.

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