Xylene
Xylene refers to a group of 3 benzene derivatives which encompasses ortho-, meta-, and para- isomers of dimethyl benzene. It is a colorless, sweet-smelling liquid that is very flammable.
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Typical Physical Properties
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Specific Gravity
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0.8660
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pH
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Activity %
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100
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Solubility
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Insoluble in water.
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Applications
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Regulatory Information
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Index Number:
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108-38-3
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EINECS Number:
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UN Number:
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1307
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Shipping and Handling
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Protect against physical damage. Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated location,
away from any area where the fire hazard may be acute. Outside or detached
storage is preferred. Separate from incompatibles. Containers should be bonded
and grounded for transfers to avoid static sparks. Storage and use areas should be
No Smoking areas. Use non-sparking type tools and equipment, including
explosion proof ventilation. Containers of this material may be hazardous when
empty since they retain product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all warnings
and precautions listed for the product. Do Not attempt to clean empty containers
since residue is difficult to remove. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder,
drill, grind or expose such containers to heat, sparks, flame, static electricity or
other sources of ignition: they may explode and cause injury or death.
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