Xylene

Mixed Xylene is a highly volatile, colourless liquid consisting of two methyl groups (CH₃) attached to a benzene ring (C₆H₆). Depending on the position of the methyl groups, xylene exists in three isomeric forms: ortho-xylene, meta-xylene, and para-xylene. Known for its excellent solvency power, Mixed Xylene is widely used as a solvent, intermediate, and carrier fluid across industrial processes.

Uses of Xylene

Solvent Applications

Mixed Xylene is a versatile solvent valued for its ability to dissolve greases, resins, and polymers. It is widely used in:

• Paints, varnishes, and coatings as a thinning and cleaning solvent
• Adhesives and sealants providing excellent solvency for resins and polymers
• Rubber and polymers used as a solvent in processing and formulation

Agriculture

• Used in the formulation of agrochemicals, pesticides, and herbicides
• Carrier solvent for active ingredients in crop protection products

CASE & Construction Industry

• Essential in Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers (CASE)
• Improves drying times, application consistency, and overall performance

Chemical Processing

• Intermediate in the production of phthalic anhydride, isophthalic acid, and terephthalic acid
• Used in the synthesis of dyes, plastics, and other chemical derivatives

Rubber & Polymers

• Solvent in the manufacture of synthetic rubber
• Key ingredient in polymer processing and blending

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