PODCAST: Key highlights for Europe toluene and MX optimism in 2021
Zubair Adam
28-Jan-2021
LONDON (ICIS)–Toluene and mixed xylenes (MX) markets reporter Zubair Adam outlines the key supply and demand conditions expected for 2021 in Europe.
The main chemical use of toluene is to make benzene and xylenes. The product is also used as a solvent that is present in paint thinners, nail polish remover, as well as in the manufacturing of TDI, nylon and plastic bottles.
MX are traded in two grades. The isomer-grade xylene is mainly used as a feedstock for paraxylene (PX) and orthoxylene (OX production, while the main application for solvent grade is as a raw material for dye, organic pigment, perfume and medicines, as well as a general solvent for paint and agricultural pesticides.
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