pyrotechnics-revived/chapters/99-1-chemical-xylene.md

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Xylene

Formula

C8H10

Pyrotechnics use

Solvent

Synonyms

Xylol

Description

Xylene is a solvent that is used for parlon, saran, and paint thinning etc. They are also used to solvent-bond plastic aerial shell halves.

Sources

Xylene can easily be purchased from paint and hardware stores. It can not be made at home.

Hazards