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XYLENE

Xylene is a clear, colorless flammable liquid with a strong aromatic odor. It is immiscible with water, but miscible with most organic solvents. Other Names: Methyl Toluene, Dimethyl Benzene, Zylene, Xylol, Methyltoluene.

XYLENE Product category
Drilling/Completion
XYLENE Category
Solvents
XYLENE Physical State
Liquid
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Typical Physical & Chemical Properties
Max Temperature
70
Reservoir Compatible
Both
Sub Category
Solvents
Product Tier
Regular
SG value
0.87
Odor
Aromatic hydrocarbon odor
Boiling Point
135 - 155 °C
Flash Point
21 – 30 °C
Explosive limits (in air)
1 – 7.1 %vol
Auto-ignition temperature:
432 - 530 °C (ASTM E659)
Specific Gravity
0.870 kg/m³ (ASTM D1298)
Vapor pressure (20 ˚C)
0.8 – 1.2 kPa
Kinematic viscosity
< 0.9 mm²/s at 20 ˚C
Appearance
Colorless Liquid
Feature And Benefits
Quickly dissolves any oily sludges and water wet any oil wet surfaces.
Product Function
Xylene is a strong solvent typically used in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, lacquers, thinners, inks, rubber, pesticides, herbicides and paint strippers.
Recommended treatment
Use as required to disolve any particular hydrocarbon mixture / sludge.
Shipping References
IMDG Identification number: UN 1307 - Proper shipping name: XYLENES - Class / Division: 3 - Packing group: III - Marine pollutant: No - IATA (Country variations may apply) UN No.: UN 1307 - Proper shipping name: XYLENES - Class / Division: 3 - Packing group: III.
Handling Recommendations
Exercise normal precautions for employee protection when handling chemical products. Utilize appropriate respirator, gloves, goggles and apron. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for this product prior to use.
Standard Packing
182 kg (approx 209 litres) and 17.5 kg bulk. Other presentations may be available on request.
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