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Xylene (Technical Grade)

Xylene is a technical grade aromatic solvent used in coatings, adhesives, and chemical intermediates. It is supplied in bulk drums suitable for industrial applications in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number1330-20-7
Chemical FormulaC8H10
AppearanceClear, colourless liquid
Packaging200 kg steel drums, bulk tanker supply
StorageCool, dry, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources

Xylene (Technical Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameXylene (Technical Grade)
CategoryPaints and Coating
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Xylene (Technical Grade)

Xylene, a technical grade aromatic hydrocarbon solvent, serves as a key raw material in manufacturing coatings, adhesives, printing inks, and rubber products. It is valued for its ability to dissolve resins and oils effectively. Industrial buyers rely on Xylene for applications requiring a non-polar solvent with suitable evaporation rates. Handling of Xylene requires precautions against inhalation and fire hazards due to its flammable nature. Finstar supplies Xylene in bulk steel drums and tanker loads to chemical processors and manufacturers, focusing on logistics efficiency and chemical integrity. This solvent is widely used in automotive paint shops, printing industries, and chemical synthesis. Procurement teams benefit from Finstar’s documentation support, including safety data sheets and batch certificates, ensuring compliance with sector regulations. Proper storage demands cool, ventilated warehouse conditions to prevent product degradation and fire risk, particularly in tropical climates.

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Applications

Paint and Coating SolventXylene is used to dissolve binders and additives in automotive and industrial coatings, ensuring smooth application and finish.
Adhesive FormulationIt acts as a solvent to modulate viscosity and drying time in adhesive product manufacturing processes.
Chemical IntermediateXylene is employed as a feedstock in producing isophthalic and terephthalic acids for plastic and polyester synthesis.
Printing InksUsed as a solvent in lithographic and flexographic ink formulations for improved flow and drying characteristics.

Benefits

Effective Resin DissolutionXylene’s aromatic structure provides excellent solvency for resins, improving uniformity and adhesion in coatings.
Controlled Evaporation RateIts moderate volatility helps optimize drying times in paints and adhesives, balancing application speed and finish quality.
Supply in Bulk DrumsBulk packaging reduces handling frequency and packaging waste, facilitating large-scale industrial procurement workflows.
Compatible with Common EquipmentXylene is stable with steel and common pump materials, minimizing maintenance and contamination risks in processing lines.

Features

Technical Grade PuritySupplied with purity tailored for industrial solvent applications, balancing performance and cost.
Drum PackagingAvailable in standard 200 kg steel drums to ease transport, handling, and storage in industrial settings.
Safety DocumentationComplete safety data sheets and batch certification are provided to meet procurement compliance requirements.

Industries Served

Paints and CoatingsXylene is essential for manufacturing solvent-based paints and varnishes, influencing drying and film properties.
Adhesives ManufacturingUsed as a carrier solvent to achieve desired rheology and curing profiles in adhesive products.
Printing IndustryPlays a critical role in ink formulation for industrial-scale printing and packaging processes.
Chemical ManufacturingServes as a chemical intermediate feedstock in the synthesis of plastics and synthetic fibers.

Xylene (Technical Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Xylene (Technical Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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