Learn Glossary solvent processing aid

Xylene

Level 4Significant concernsIn Winter's Dictionary

Xylene is a solvent processing aid — Solvent used in printing, rubber, and leather

What it does

Solvent used in printing, rubber, and leather

Where you'll see it

cleaning agents, paint thinners, fabric coatings

What the research says

On CERCLA Priority List; effects could be from exposure to other co-occurring chemicals

Regulatory status

  • Notes: #16 on CERCLA Priority List

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): p-xylene is number 16 on the CERCLA Priority List of Hazardous Substances