Mixed Xylene

Mixed Xylene is a mixture of 3 different forms (isomers) of xylenes (meta-xylene, ortho-xylene, and para-xylene) and ethylbenzene. The ethylbenzene content of xylene is typically less than 20 % (m/m).
Mixed Xylene is used as a solvent in many industries, such as paints & coatings, pesticides, printing, rubber & leather, etc. It can be used in place of toluene where slower drying process is desired. Mixed Xylene is a widely used solvent and is considered to be fit to be used as a solvent in paints, pesticides and other products due to its better adhesive properties.

Storage

Mixed Xylene alcohol is stored in mild steel and /or stainless steel tanks and/or drums and can be transported by bulk vessels or tank trucks. It should be stored in an area that is well ventilated and that is away from sunlight, ignition sources, and other forms of heat. For transportation purposes it comes into packing group III, hazard class 3.3 and is an irritant. It has a specific gravity of 0.938 and a flash point of 59 °C (closed cup).