Musk xylene
Also known as: Musk xylol, Moschus xylol, Xylenemusk, 1-tert-butyl-3,5-dimethyl-2,4,6-trinitrobenzene, 5-tert-butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene, 2,4,6-Trinitro-1,3-dimethyl-5-tert-butylbenzene, 2,4,6-trinitro-5-tert-butyl-1,3-dimethylbenzene, MFCD00024270, NSC 59844
Musk xylene (CAS 81-15-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H15N3O6 and a molecular weight of 297.264 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 235.4°C, a boiling point of 392.3±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 174.2±20.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 81-15-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1100303-5
- Molecular Formula
- C12H15N3O6
- Molecular Weight
- 297.264 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 235.4°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 392.3±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 174.2±20.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 297.096100 |
| PSA | 137.46000 |
| LogP | 3.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.573 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Musk xylene?
The CAS number of Musk xylene is 81-15-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Musk xylene?
Musk xylene has molecular formula C12H15N3O6 and molecular weight 297.264 g/mol.
Is Musk xylene hazardous?
Musk xylene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Musk xylene?
For Musk xylene, Upstream Products: 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 1-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,6-dimethylphenyl]ethanone, m-Xylene.
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