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Xylene
1. Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Xylene
- Alliance Code
- xylene
- Grade
- —
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- —unknown
- Formula
- C8H10Alliance SDS
- Molecular Weight
- 106.17 g/molAlliance SDS
- Product Type
- pure_substance
Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade — | — | — | current | current |
| ACS Grade | — | — | xylene-acs-grade | View TDS → |
Typical assay shown is the rolling-window mean from the sibling product's most recent lots. Grade selection drives downstream end-use — verify the sibling grade matches your specification before substitution.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance
- Clear, colorless, volatile aromatic liquidProduct record
- Form
- LiquidProduct record
- Boiling Point
- 138Product record
- Melting Point
- -47Product record
- Flash Point
- 25Product record
- Solubility (water)
- Low water solubility, excellent organic solventProduct record
Materials of Construction
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Good | 80 | Good for non-aromatic hydrocarbons; poor for aromatics. | Parker O-ring Chemical Compatibility |
EPDM elastomer | Not recommended | — | Swells in hydrocarbons; never use. | Parker O-ring Chemical Compatibility |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Excellent | 100 | Standard for hydrocarbon service. | Parker O-ring Chemical Compatibility |
PTFE fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Universal. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
316L Stainless Steel metal | Excellent | 100 | Inert. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Carbon Steel metal | Good | 80 | Acceptable for dry hydrocarbons. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
HDPE thermoplastic | Not recommended | — | Aromatic solvents swell and dissolve HDPE. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Ratings reflect the service envelope (concentration × temperature) shown. Always confirm against your specific duty cycle and contact-time before equipment selection. The most cautious rating across overlapping references is shown.
Materials Selection Tool
Showing 7 of 7 materials compatible at the selected envelope.
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Good | 80 | Good for non-aromatic hydrocarbons; poor for aromatics. |
EPDM elastomer | Not recommended | — | Swells in hydrocarbons; never use. |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Excellent | 100 | Standard for hydrocarbon service. |
PTFE fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Universal. |
316L Stainless Steel metal | Excellent | 100 | Inert. |
Carbon Steel metal | Good | 80 | Acceptable for dry hydrocarbons. |
HDPE thermoplastic | Not recommended | — | Aromatic solvents swell and dissolve HDPE. |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN1307Vendor Label
- Hazard Class
- 3Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- XYLENEAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H226, H304, H312, H315, H319, H332, H335, H373ECHA CLP Annex VI
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P310, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P312, P314, P321, P331, P332+P313, P337+P313, P362, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501ECHA CLP Annex VI
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 100 ppm TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- —unknown
- NIOSH REL
- 100 ppm TWA / 150 ppm STELNIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 900 ppmNIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Xylene. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Catalog EquivalentsCross-reference vs major chemical suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich
| SKU | Grade | Conc. | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 534056 | ACS Reagent | 98.5% | Exact | ACS Reagent xylenes mixed isomers |
Cross-references are informational. Confirm against the manufacturer's current specification before substitution. Competitor trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Application Guidance
Xylene is a nonpolar solvent used for hydrocarbon extraction, coatings, and degreasing.
- Coatings, paints, and adhesives
- Industrial degreasing
- Hydrocarbon extraction and recovery
- Rubber and polymer processing
- Cleaning of oil-based residues
Highly flammable and electrostatic-prone. Use grounded transfer equipment and inert gas blanketing where appropriate.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Cool, well-ventilated flammable-liquid storage. Tightly sealed containers. Segregate from oxidizers. Bond and ground bulk storage; consider inert gas blanketing for volatile solvents.
- Handling Precautions
- Eliminate ignition sources. Use chemical-resistant nitrile or PVA gloves. Bond and ground all transfer equipment. Vapors heavier than air — control ventilation accordingly.
- Incompatibilities
- Strong oxidizers, halogens, nitric acid. Some grades react with rubber and certain plastics — verify gasket and hose compatibility.
- Shelf Life
- 24 months from date of manufacture in sealed, original packaging
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
UN1307, XYLENE, 3, PG III
Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-05-20 by Hossein Taki, Vice President (Vice President, Alliance Chemical · CAGE Code 1LT50 · DOT Hazmat Registrant #2188383).
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.