| Catalog |
ACM106423-2 |
| CAS |
106-42-3 |
| Structure |  |
| Description |
Para-xylene is a versatile chemical feedstock used in the large-scale synthesis of countless polymers including PTA and PET for applications such as textiles, plastic packaging, clothing, automotive components, and more. |
| Synonyms |
Para-xylene. p-Xylene, 1,4-xylene |
| Molecular Weight |
106 g/mol |
| Molecular Formula |
C8H10 |
| Melting Point |
12-13 °C (54-55 °F) (Literature) |
| Density |
Relative Density: 0.861 g/cm³ at 20 °C (68 °F) |
| Solubility |
Water Solubility: 0.2 g/l |
| Appearance |
Clear |
| EC Number |
203-396-5 |
| Feature |
Cost-competitive with fossil-based para-xylene
Sustainable, drop-in ready material and physically and chemically identical to fossil-based para-xylene
Precursor to PET plastic, which is recyclable within the existing infrastructure and supports a circular economy vision
Expected to provide stable pricing largely de-coupled from the petroleum supply chain, which is exposed to more volatility than supply chains based on sustainable wood residues
Up to 100% bio-content |
