Molecular Formula | C12H18 |
Molar Mass | 162.27 |
Density | 0.867g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | -18 °C |
Boling Point | 205-206°C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 162°F |
Vapor Presure | 0.4 hPa (20 °C) |
Appearance | clear liquid |
Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
BRN | 1853314 |
PH | 7 (H2O, 20℃) |
Storage Condition | Store below +30°C. |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.495(lit.) |
MDL | MFCD00008832 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Liquid. Melting point -17 ℃, boiling point 205-206 ℃,200-202 ℃(99.4kPa),59 ℃(0.47kPa), relative density 0.867(20/4 ℃), refractive index 1.4964, flash point 72 ℃. |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | ZE3900000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 2902 90 00 |
EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
uses | intermediates for pharmaceuticals and fragrances. as a basic raw material for synthesis of musk ketone, Musk xylene can be synthesized by nitration |
production method | is derived from the reaction of M-xylene with tert-butyl alcohol. |
autoignition temperature | 560°C DIN 51794 |