p-Xylene
Also known as: 1,4-dimethyl-benzene, 4-methyltoluene, EINECS 203-396-5, MFCD00008556, Paraxylene, p-Xylol, p-dimethylbenzene, p-methyl-toluene, para-xylene, 1,4-Dimethylbenzene
p-Xylene (CAS 106-42-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10 and a molecular weight of 106.165 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 13ºC, a boiling point of 138 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.861 and a flash point of 27.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 106-42-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-28477-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10
- Molecular Weight
- 106.165 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 13ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 138 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.861 |
| Flash Point | 27.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 106.078247 |
| LogP | 3.14 |
| Additional Property | 3.7 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 7.9±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.500 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2902430000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2902430000 p-xylene。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:13.0%。Lowest tariff:2.0%。General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of p-Xylene?
The CAS number of p-Xylene is 106-42-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of p-Xylene?
p-Xylene has molecular formula C8H10 and molecular weight 106.165 g/mol.
Is p-Xylene hazardous?
p-Xylene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of p-Xylene?
For p-Xylene, Upstream Products: Methanol, o-xylene, m-Xylene; Downstream Products: 1,3-Dimethyluracil, 2,2',5,5'-Tetramethylbiphenyl, 2,5-Dimethylphenyl acetate.
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