p-Xylene(Cat No.:R062290), is a colorless, flammable hydrocarbon compound and one of the three isomers of xylene. It exists as a volatile liquid at room temperature and is commonly used as a raw material in the chemical and petrochemical industries. p-Xylene is primarily employed in the production of terephthalic acid, a key component in the manufacturing of polyester fibers and resins. It also finds use as a solvent in various industrial applications, including coatings, paints, and adhesives. Additionally, p-xylene serves as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and other chemicals, making it a versatile and valuable industrial chemical.
Catalog Number | R062290 |
CAS Number | 106-42-3 |
Synonyms | 1,4-Dimethylbenzene; 1,4-Xylene; 4-Methyltoluene; NSC 72419; p-Dimethylbenzene; p-Methyltoluene; p-Phenylenebis(methylene); p-Xylol |
Molecular Formula | C6H4(CH3)2 |
Purity | ≥95% |
Storage | Room temperature |
IUPAC Name | 1,4-xylene |
InChI | InChI=1S/C8H10/c1-7-3-5-8(2)6-4-7/h3-6H,1-2H3 |
InChIKey | URLKBWYHVLBVBO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
SMILES | CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C |