Xylenes, 99%, for biochemistry and histology, mixed isomers with ethylbenzene, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1330-20-7
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₀
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 106.17
• InChI Key: IVSZLXZYQVIEFR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• IUPAC Name: 1,3-xylene
• SMILES: CC1=CC(C)=CC=C1

• Melting Point: -34.0°C
• Density: 0.8650g/mL
• Boiling Point: 136.0°C to 140.0°C
• Quantity: 1 L
• Packaging: AcroSeal™ Glass Bottle
• Refractive Index: 1.4940 to 1.4980
• Assay Percent Range: 0.4% max. Toluene (GC)
• Specific Gravity: 0.865
• Linear Formula: C₆H₄(CH₃)₂
• Viscosity: 0.6 mPa.s (20°C)
• Merck Index: 15,10278
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: 0.2g/L (20°C). Other solubilities: soluble in methanol,ethanol,2-propanol,dmf,,methylene chloride,acetone and ether
• Formula Weight: 106.17
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Grade: Biochemical/Histological
• Chemical Name or Material: Xylenes

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Xylenes

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Flammable liquid Category 3
• Aspiration toxicity Category 1
• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
• Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2

Hazard Statement

• H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
• H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
• H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
• H332-Harmful if inhaled.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
• H373-May cause damage to organs.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P331-Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
• P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Xylenes (o-, m-, p-isomers), Ethylbenzene

RUO – Research Use Only