p-Xylene
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Analyte: p-Xylene
Alternate Name: 1,4-Dimethylbenzene
Abbreviation: PXYL
CAS Number or ID: 106-42-3
Department: Organics
EC Number (EINECS): 106-42-3
Synonyms: Benzene, 1,4-dimethyl-;p-Dimethylbenzene;p-Xylol;1,4-Dimethylbenzene;1,4-Xylene;p-Methyltoluene;para-Xylene;Chromar;Scintillar;UN 1307;4-Methyltoluene;1,4-dimethyl-benzene ( p-xylene)
Use: solvent
Chemical Formula: C8H10
Apearance: colourless liquid
Melting Point: 12 - 13 C
Boiling Point: 138 C
Vapor Density: 3.7
Vapor Pressure: 9 mm Hg at 20 C
Flash Point: 25 C
Explosion Limits: 1.1% - 7 %
Auto Ignition: 528 C
Water Solubility: insoluble
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Hygroscopic. Flammable.
Laboratory tests that may be available by ALS - Columbia for p-Xylene (CAS # 106-42-3):
| EPA Method | Test Name | Matrix | MRL | Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPA 8260B | Volatile Organic Compounds by GC/MS | Liquid | 2 | GCMS |
More analytical test methods may be available for p-Xylene. Please contact us for the latest available analytes and methods.
Related Analytes (1,4-Dimethylbenzene):
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