m-Xylene, 99%

Name: m-Xylene, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002021

About m-Xylene, 99%

Listed under CAS 108-38-3, m-Xylene is an industrial solvent available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade with a typical assay of 99%. With the molecular formula C8H10, it has a molar mass of 106.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,3-xylene. It is also known as 1,3-Dimethylbenzene or meta-Xylene.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 138-139 °C and a density of 0.868 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for industrial reaction medium, paints and coatings thinning, cleaning and degreasing and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

We offer m-Xylene in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 170 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Industrial reaction medium
Paints & coatings thinning
Cleaning & degreasing
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	m-Xylene, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002021
CAS Number	108-38-3
IUPAC name	1,3-xylene
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀
Molecular weight	106.16 g/mol
Exact mass	106.0783
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29024200
InChIKey	IVSZLXZYQVIEFR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC=C1)C
PubChem CID	7929

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Boiling point	138-139 °C
Density	0.868 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1307
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethylbenzene, meta-Xylene, m-Dimethylbenzene, m-Xylol, m-Methyltoluene, Benzene, 1,3-dimethyl-, 3-Xylene, 1,3-Dimethylbenzol, m-Xylenes, 2,4-Xylene, Xylene, m-, Benzene, m-dimethyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, 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

Other grades of CAS 108-38-3

GC

m-Xylene, for GC >99%

CAS: 108-38-3
Formula: C₈H₁₀
MW: 106.16 g/mol

VQ-045943

Puriss

m-Xylene, puriss, 99%+

CAS: 108-38-3
Formula: C₈H₁₀
MW: 106.16 g/mol

VQ-002022

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of m-Xylene, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of m-Xylene, 99% is 108-38-3. It is also known as 1,3-Dimethylbenzene, meta-Xylene, m-Dimethylbenzene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of m-Xylene, 99%?

m-Xylene, 99% has the molecular formula C8H10 and a molecular weight of 106.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-xylene.

Which grade and pack sizes of m-Xylene, 99% can I order?

We supply m-Xylene, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 170 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with m-Xylene, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of m-Xylene, 99% 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 m-Xylene, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. m-Xylene, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1307), 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.