PETROCHEMICALS & SOLVENTS
Mixed Xylene
A mixed aromatic hydrocarbon solvent valued for solvency, controlled evaporation and compatibility with many industrial formulations.
Technical overview
- CAS number
- 1330-20-7
- Molecular formula
- C₈H₁₀
- Appearance
- Clear, colourless, flammable liquid
- Available purity / grade
- Commercial and solvent grades; exact specification by COA
- Packaging
- Steel drums, IBCs, isotanks or bulk shipment, subject to grade and destination.
- Storage
- Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources, oxidisers and incompatible materials.
Typical applications
- Paints, coatings and thinners
- Printing inks and adhesives
- Rubber and chemical processing
- Industrial cleaning and blending