Product Overview

Xylene (C8H10), also known as dimethylbenzene, is a premium industrial aromatic hydrocarbon solvent essential for manufacturing and chemical processing. This professional-grade chemical compound features three isomers: ortho-xylene, meta-xylene, and para-xylene, making it versatile for industrial applications. Our technical-grade xylene delivers high purity (minimum 98.5%) with strictly controlled ethylbenzene content, meeting industry standards for commercial and laboratory use.

Key Properties

• Chemical Formula: C6H4(CH3)2
• Boiling Point Range: 138.5°C - 144.4°C (industrial grade xylene isomer mixture)
• Specific Gravity: 0.864 - 0.880 at 20°C (technical specification)
• Flash Point: 25°C (closed cup method)
• Vapor Pressure: 8.29 mmHg at 20°C (industry standard measurement)
• Water Solubility: Limited solubility (<175 mg/L at 25°C) - ideal for separation processes
• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid with aromatic odor (high-purity grade)

Common Applications

• Industrial Paint Manufacturing: Premium solvent for industrial alkyd resins, professional-grade lacquers, and commercial enamel formulations, ensuring optimal flow characteristics and controlled drying times
• Commercial Printing Solutions: Essential industrial solvent for flexographic printing inks and rotogravure printing processes, delivering superior print quality in high-volume applications
• Industrial Chemical Processing: Preferred reaction medium for pharmaceutical ingredient synthesis and industrial polymer production processes
• Professional Laboratory Applications: High-purity cleaning solvent for precision laboratory equipment and specialized specimen preparation procedures
• Industrial Surface Coating: Key component in commercial-grade protective coatings and industrial finishing systems

Safety Precautions

Industrial safety protocols require handling in well-ventilated areas with mandatory PPE including chemical-resistant gloves (industrial-grade nitrile or butyl rubber), safety goggles meeting current industry standards, and organic vapor respirators with OV/AG cartridges. Storage requires tightly sealed industrial containers away from oxidizing agents and heat sources. Workplace safety standards mandate readily accessible emergency eyewash stations and safety showers in all handling areas. Occupational exposure limits follow OSHA PEL guidelines: TWA 100 ppm for industrial environments.

Benefits

Our industrial-grade xylene delivers exceptional solvency power for demanding commercial applications while maintaining consistent isomer ratios across production batches. Regular quality testing ensures minimal impurity levels and reliable industrial performance across operational temperature ranges. The product demonstrates excellent compatibility with commercial resin systems and provides optimized evaporation rates for professional coating applications. Each production lot undergoes comprehensive gas chromatography analysis to verify adherence to product specifications, making it the preferred choice for manufacturing processes requiring high-purity aromatic solvents.