5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%

Name: 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-011198

About 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene (Puriss grade), a hydrocarbon registered under CAS number 98-19-1 at a purity of 98%. Formula C12H18, molecular weight 162.27 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-tert-butyl-3,5-dimethylbenzene. Common synonyms include sym.-tert-Butyl-m-xylene and Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.867 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011198
CAS Number	98-19-1
IUPAC name	1-tert-butyl-3,5-dimethylbenzene
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₈
Molecular weight	162.27 g/mol
Exact mass	162.1409
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29029090
InChIKey	FZSPYHREEHYLCB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(C)(C)C)C
PubChem CID	7378

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.867 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	4.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	sym.-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-, 1,3-Dimethyl-5-tert-butylbenzene, m-Xylene, 5-tert-butyl-, 5-tert-Butyl-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3,5-dimethylbenzene, Benzene, 5-tert-butyl-1,3-dimethyl-, Benzene, 1,3-dimethyl-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, 4-05-00-01130 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 1-(tert-butyl)-3,5-dimethylbenzene, 1,3-dimethyl-5-t-butylbenzene, 5-t-butyl-1,3-dimethylbenzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% is 98-19-1. It is also known as sym.-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-, 1,3-Dimethyl-5-tert-butylbenzene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%?

5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% has the molecular formula C12H18 and a molecular weight of 162.27 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-tert-butyl-3,5-dimethylbenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% can I order?

We supply 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% in Puriss (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-tert-Butyl-m-xylene, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.