Product Name: m-Xylene
Synonyms: [srp]m-methyltoluene;1,3-dimethyl-benzen;2,4-Xylene;3-methyltoluene;3-xylene;ai3-08916;Benzene,1,3-dimethyl-;m-Dimethylbenzene
CAS: 108-38-3
MF: C8H10
MW: 106.17
EINECS: 203-576-3
mp -48 °C
bp 139 °C
density 0.868 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density 3.7 (vs air)
vapor pressure 16 mm Hg ( 37.7 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.497(lit.)
Fp 77 °F
storage temp. 0-6°C
Chemical Properties clear colourless liquid
Usage Meta-Xylene is used for the production of isophthalic acid, of agriculture chemicals as pharmaceuticals. It finds applications in paint and varnish removers and aerosol paint concentrates. Product Data Sheet
General Description A colorless watery liquid with a sweet odor. Less dense than water. Insoluble in water. Irritating vapor.
