m-Xylene|CAS 108-38-3
- CAS NO.: 108-38-3
- EINECS No.: 203-576-3
- Molecular Formula: C8H10
Product Information
- Product Name: m-Xylene
- Molecular Weight: 106.17
- Synonyms: [srp]m-methyltoluene; 1,3-dimethyl-benzen; 2,4-Xylene; 3-methyltoluene; 3-xylene; ai3-08916; Benzene,1,3-dimethyl-; m-Dimethylbenzene
- Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid, having aromatic odor
- Assay: 99%
- Specific Gravity (d204): 0.860-0.868
- Melting point: -47.4℃
- Boiling point: 138.8℃
- Refraction yx (d204): 1.4973
- Solubility: soluble in ethnoal and diethyl ether, but insoluble in water
| Item | Standard | Test Methods | |
| Excellent Product | Grade One | ||
| specific gravity (d204) | actual measurement | actual measurement | GB2013 |
| purity %(weight)≥ | 99.5 | 98 | chromatography |
1, 3-dimethylbenzene, CAS 108-38-3, is mainly used as the raw materials of chemical industry and solvent in the production of m-phthalic acid, 3-methyl benzoic acid, and so on. It also functions as the raw material of medicine, spicery, dyeing agent, and intermediate of agricultural pesticide. Besides, 1, 3-dimethylbenzene, CAS 108-38-3, is applied in the production of oil-soluble color coupler of color movies. It should be noted that 1, 3-dimethylbenzene, CAS 108-38-3, has stimulation to eyes and the upper respiratory tract, so high concentration would anesthetize the central nervous system.
1, 3-dimethylbenzene, CAS 108-38-3, should be sealed in containers and kept in cool and ventilated warehouse. Keep away from heat and fire. It is recommended for operators to wear protective goggles and clothing. Gently packed, avoiding damaging the package and container.
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