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What is p-xylene CAS 106-42-3 used for?

2025,12,18
Paraxylene PX, an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H10, is one of the important aromatic compounds. It is a colorless transparent liquid with aromatic flavor at room temperature, insoluble in water, and miscible in ethanol, ether, chloroform and most other organic solvents.
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Key Uses of Paraxylene (PX)

CAS 106-42-3 Paraxylene (PX) is widely used as a feedstock (or 'building block') in the production of other industrial chemicals, notably terephthalic acid (TPA), purified terephthalic acid (PTA) and dimethyl terephthalate (DMT). TPA, PTA and DMT are used to manufacture polyethylene terephthalate (PET) polymers, a type of plastic.
 

Hazards Classification

  • GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Health Hazard (GHS08), Environmental Hazard (GHS09)

  • Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; harmful if inhaled; causes skin irritation; may cause drowsiness or dizziness; toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

  • UN Number: UN 1307

  • Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)

  • Packing Group: III

 
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