Xylene is a colorless, flammable liquid with a sweet odor, commonly used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and in the chemical industry.
- Paint and Coatings: Used as a solvent in paints, lacquers, and varnishes.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a feedstock in the production of petrochemicals such as terephthalic acid and dimethyl terephthalate.
- Printing: Used in ink formulations and as a cleaner in the printing industry.
- Pharmaceuticals: Applied in pharmaceutical products as a solvent for various formulations.
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Odor
Sweet odor
Molecular Formula
C8H10
Molecular Weight
106.16 g/mol
Boiling Point
137.9 °C
Density
0.864 g/cm³
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Flash Point
27 °C
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but highly flammable and should be kept away from heat sources
