Xylene

C₈H₁₀

IUPAC: Dimethylbenzene

CAS: 1330-20-7

개요

Xylene is a mixture of three isomers (ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene) that is one of the top 30 chemicals produced in the United States. Para-xylene is the most valuable isomer, used to make PET plastic. Xylene is also a common solvent and gasoline component.

구성

원소 기호 원자 원자 질량
Hydrogen H 10 1.0080
Carbon C 8 12.0110

원소 구성

H
9.5%
C
90.5%

용도

  • PET plastic production (via terephthalic acid)
  • Solvent in paint and rubber
  • Histology tissue processing
  • Gasoline blending

흥미로운 사실

  • Para-xylene is the starting material for all PET plastic bottles

안전

  • ⚠ CNS depressant
  • ⚠ Flammable
  • ⚠ Chronic exposure affects liver and kidneys
  • ⚠ Reproductive toxin

성질

유형
organic
상태
liquid
몰 질량
106.17 g/mol
밀도
0.8640 g/cm³
녹는점
-47.4 °C
끓는점
138.4 °C
용해도
0.106 g/L at 20°C

다른 이름

Xylol

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Xylene?
Xylene (C₈H₁₀) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Dimethylbenzene.
What is the molecular weight of Xylene?
Xylene has a molar mass of 106.168 g/mol.
What state is Xylene at room temperature?
Xylene is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Xylene organic or inorganic?
Xylene is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Xylene?
Xylene (C₈H₁₀) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C).