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Is p-Xylene the Same as PX?

Jan 28, 2026 Leave a message

Is p-Xylene the Same as PX?

Yes, p-Xylene (para-xylene) and PX are the exact same chemical substance. PX is simply the common industry abbreviation or shorthand for p-xylene, which is a major aromatic hydrocarbon (C8H10) used as a feedstock for producing polyester fibers, PET plastic bottles, and films.

 

 

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P-Xylene (PX) Properties

 

CAS No.: 106-42-3
EC No.: 203-396-5
Linear Formula: C₈H₁₀
Molecular Weight: 106.17
Appearance: Transparent Liquid
Melting Point: 12-13 °C (lit.)
Boiling point 138 °C (lit.)
Density: 0.861 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)

 

What Is p-Xylene (PX) Used for?

CAS 106-42-3 P-Xylene is mainly used as a raw material for the production of polyester fibers and resins, coatings, dyes, and pesticides. It is also used as a standard substance and solvent for chromatographic analysis, and is also used in organic synthesis.

 

 

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