Chemical Formula: C?H??
Molecular Weight: 106.17 g/mol

Description:
Xylene (Dimethylbenzene) is a clear, colorless, aromatic hydrocarbon solvent composed of a mixture of ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene isomers. It is characterized by a sweet aromatic odor and moderate evaporation rate.
Xylene is widely used in paint, coating, adhesive, ink, and chemical industries due to its excellent solvency power and compatibility with other organic solvents.

Applications

Paints & Coatings:

• Used as a high-solvency, medium-evaporating solvent in paints, enamels, lacquers, and varnishes.

• Provides improved flow, leveling, and gloss.

Adhesives & Printing Inks:

• Acts as a carrier solvent ensuring uniform drying and better film formation.

Rubber & Plastic Industries:

• Serves as a cleaning and processing solvent for rubber, resins, and polymers.

Chemical Intermediate:

• Used in the production of phthalic anhydride, isophthalic acid, and terephthalic acid.

Laboratory Use:

• Common solvent in tissue processing, histology, and extraction procedures.