Xylene

Description

Product Overview

Xylene is a versatile aromatic hydrocarbon widely used as an industrial solvent and chemical intermediate. It serves a critical role in manufacturing processes including coatings, adhesives, rubber, and plastics, delivering high solvency and chemical stability. Its strategic importance lies in enabling efficient production workflows and maintaining consistent quality standards across diverse industrial applications. Xylene’s purity, reliability, and global availability make it a cornerstone for industrial sourcing and process optimization. For enterprises seeking operational efficiency, Xylene offers both performance and supply-chain resilience.

Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: C₆H₄(CH₃)₂ (Mixture of ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene isomers)
• Purity Level / Grade: Industrial-grade, ≥99%
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Liquid
  • Color: Colorless to pale yellow
  • Density: ~0.86 g/cm³ at 20°C
  • Boiling Point: 138–144°C
  • Flash Point: 27–32°C
• Packaging Options: 200L steel drums, ISO tank containers, flexi-tanks
• Shelf Life: 12 months when stored under recommended conditions

Core Industrial Applications

• Primary Industries:
  • Paints, coatings, and varnishes
  • Adhesives and sealants
  • Rubber and plastic manufacturing
  • Printing inks and textile processing
• Operational Use Cases:
  • Solvent for resins, dyes, and varnishes
  • Cleaning and degreasing agents in industrial processes
  • Raw material for chemical synthesis and intermediates
• Performance Advantages:
  • High solvency power ensures uniform mixing and dispersion
  • Low reactivity minimizes contamination in sensitive formulations
  • Cost-effective compared to alternative solvents without compromising quality

Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Rigorous batch testing ensures uniform chemical composition
• Supply Reliability: Strategically located production and distribution network supports global demand
• Logistics Capability: Flexible packaging and bulk shipping options facilitate timely delivery
• Price Competitiveness: Competitive rates for large-volume industrial buyers
• Sustainability Benefits: Can be sourced with compliance to environmental standards for VOC emissions
• Technical Support: Detailed material safety data sheets (MSDS) and technical documentation available

Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20 MT per standard container (ISO tank or equivalent)

This Xylene offering represents a strategically sourced industrial solvent, optimized for reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in high-volume operations.