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o-Xylene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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Description

o-Xylene is widely used in the production of phthalic anhydride. It is also used in fuels as well as fuel additives. It can be used in the production of isophthalic acid and terephthalic acid. It is utilized in polyvinyl chloride production, alkyl resin and unsaturated polyester resins. It is also used as a solvent in paint, varnish, glue, printing ink, dyes and in rubber.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
o-Xylene is widely used in the production of phthalic anhydride. It is also used in fuels as well as fuel additives. It can be used in the production of isophthalic acid and terephthalic acid. It is utilized in polyvinyl chloride production, alkyl resin and unsaturated polyester resins. It is also used as a solvent in paint, varnish, glue, printing ink, dyes and in rubber.

Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, diethylether. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible with oxidizing agents and strong acids
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 95-47-6
Molecular Formula C8H10
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 106.17
MDL Number MFCD00008519
InChI Key CTQNGGLPUBDAKN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym o-xylene, 1,2-dimethylbenzene, ortho-xylene, o-xylol, o-methyltoluene, o-dimethylbenzene, 2-xylene, 3,4-xylene, benzene, 1,2-dimethyl, o-xylenes
PubChem CID 7237
ChEBI CHEBI:28063
IUPAC Name 1,2-xylene
SMILES CC1=CC=CC=C1C

Specifications

Melting Point -25°C
Density 0.877
Boiling Point 143°C to 145°C
Quantity 100 mL
Flash Point 32°C (89°F)
Refractive Index 1.505
Linear Formula (CH3)2C6H4
UN Number UN1307
Beilstein 1815558
Merck Index 14,10081
Solubility Information Miscible with ethanol,diethylether. Immiscible with water.
Formula Weight 106.17
Percent Purity 99%
Chemical Name or Material o-Xylene
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Safety and Handling

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 Hazard Category
  • Acute toxicity Category 4
  • LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
  • Aspiration toxicity Category 1
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Flammable liquid Category 3
  • Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H315-Causes skin irritation.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332-Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : o-Xylene

RUO – Research Use Only

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