Xylene CAS 1330-20-7
Xylene (CAS 1330-20-7, formula C8H10) is an industrial chemical with a molecular weight of about 106.17 g/mol. Its harmonised GHS classification carries the signal word Warning.
Identifiers
- Name
- Xylene
- CAS number
- 1330-20-7
- CLP index number
- 601-022-00-9
- EC number
- 202-422-2
- Molecular formula
- C8H10
- Molecular weight
- 106.17 g/mol
- Also known as
- Dimethylbenzene, Xylol, Xylenes, Mixed xylenes, Xylene isomers
GHS classification
Harmonised classification under the CLP Regulation (Annex VI), index number 601-022-00-9. Signal word: Warning.
| Hazard class | Code | Statement |
|---|---|---|
| Flammable liquids | H226 | Flammable liquid and vapour. |
| Acute toxicity, dermal | H312 | Harmful in contact with skin. |
| Skin corrosion/irritation | H315 | Causes skin irritation. |
| Acute toxicity, inhalation | H332 | Harmful if inhaled. |
Pictograms
- GHS02 Flame
- GHS07 Exclamation mark
Suppliers may classify additional hazards from their own data, so a supplier's Safety Data Sheet can list more than the harmonised entry.
Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, Annex VI, retrieved 2026-10-10. Confirm against the current consolidated text and your supplier's SDS before relying on it.
Creating a Safety Data Sheet for a product containing Xylene
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Start free trialFrequently asked questions
- What is the CAS number of Xylene?
- The CAS Registry Number of Xylene is 1330-20-7.
- What is the chemical formula of Xylene?
- Xylene has the formula C8H10 and a molecular weight of about 106.17 g/mol.
- What are the GHS hazards of Xylene?
- Xylene carries the signal word Warning. Its harmonised hazard statements are H226, H312, H315, H332: Flammable liquid and vapour.; Harmful in contact with skin.; Causes skin irritation.; Harmful if inhaled..
- Which GHS pictograms apply to Xylene?
- GHS02 (Flame), GHS07 (Exclamation mark).
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