Xylene (isomers) ≥97 %, for synthesis

Empirical formula C₈H₁₀
Molar mass (M) 106,17 g/mol
Density (D) ca. 0,87
Boiling point (bp) 137-140 °C
Flash point (flp)25 °C • Melting point (mp)-5-13 °C
Solubility 200 mg/l (H₂O, 20 °C)
ADR 3 III • WGK 2
CAS No.[1330-20-7]
EG-Nr. 215-535-7 • UN-Nr. 1307

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Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H312 + H332 Harmful in contact with skin and by inhalation
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H373 May cause damage to organs (central nervous system, liver, kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautions - prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. Do not smoke.
P260 Do not breathe mist / vapor.
P280 Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection.

Precautions - response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER / doctor.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Immediately contaminate clothing
pull out. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for a long period of time
amount of minutes; remove contact lenses, if possible; keep rinsing.