What is para xylene (PX CAS:106-42-3)?
Para-xylene (PX CAS: 106-42-3) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H10. It is an important aromatic hydrocarbon compound and a colorless, transparent liquid with an aromatic odor at room temperature.
The main uses of para-xylene (PX) include:
- Production of polyester fibers and resins:This is PX's primary application, widely used in textiles, packaging, and building materials. Specifically, para-xylene (PX) can be used to produce PTA (purified terephthalic acid), which is then used to produce polyester materials such as polyester fibers, polyester flakes, and polyester films. These polyester materials have wide applications in textile packaging and industrial containers.
- Pesticide production:Para-xylene (PX) can be used to produce pesticides, which help control pests and diseases in agriculture and horticulture.
- Organic synthesis:Para-xylene (PX) is an important raw material for organic synthesis and can be used to produce a range of organic compounds, such as alcohols, aldehydes, and ketones.
In addition, Para-xylene (PX) is also used as a standard substance and solvent for chromatographic analysis.
Paraxylene (PX CAS:106-42-3) specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Para-Xylene |
| CAS Number | 106-42-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₄(CH₃)₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 106.17 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless, transparent liquid |
| Purity (PX content) | ≥ 99.7 wt% |
| Meta-xylene (m-X) | ≤ 0.20 wt% |
| Ortho-xylene (o-X) | ≤ 0.05 wt% |
| Ethylbenzene | ≤ 0.05 wt% |
| Non-aromatics | ≤ 0.05 wt% |
| Sulfur Content | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Water Content | ≤ 50 ppm |
| Density (20 °C) | ~0.861 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | ~13.2 °C |
| Boiling Point | ~138.4 °C |
para xylylene (PX CAS:106-42-3) Bulk Supply & Packaging
| Packaging Type | Capacity / Specification | Application Scenario |
|---|---|---|
| ISO Tank | 20–25 MT | International bulk shipment |
| Steel Drum | 200 L / drum | Small to medium orders |
| IBC Tank | 1000 L | Flexible bulk handling |
| Flexitank | 20–24 MT | Cost-effective sea transport |
| Customized Packaging | As required | Special customer needs |
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|---|---|
| para xylene | 106-42-3 |
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| 2-Methoxyethanol | 109-86-4 |
| Propionic Acid | 79-09-4 |
| Ethylene Glycol (Meg) | 107-21-1 |
| N, N-Dimethylacetamide (DMAC) | 127-19-5 |
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