Aromatics
Aromatic solvents and feedstocks: para-xylene for PTA/polyester production, mixed xylene for solvents and isomerisation, and nitration-grade toluene for chemicals, solvents and blending.
Aromatics grades we supply
Where Aromatics is used
Aromatics is supplied as: Para-xylene (PX), Mixed xylene (MX), Toluene (nitration grade). Grades and specifications can be matched to your destination market on request.
- 01PTA and polyester (PET) production
- 02Paints, coatings and solvent formulations
- 03Chemical intermediates (TDI, benzoic acid)
- 04Gasoline octane blending
Conforms to ASTM D5136 · D841 · D5211
Supplied to ASTM D5136 (para-xylene), ASTM D5211 (mixed xylene) and ASTM D841 (toluene), with purity confirmed by gas chromatography.
Typical specifications — Aromatics
| Property | Unit | Min | Max | Test method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Para-xylene | ||||
| Purity | % wt | 99.7 | – | ASTM D5917 |
| Colour | Pt-Co | – | 10 | ASTM D1209 |
| Toluene | ||||
| Purity | % wt | 99.5 | – | ASTM D5917 |
| Benzene | % wt | – | 0.10 | ASTM D5917 |
| Colour | Pt-Co | – | 20 | ASTM D1209 |
| Mixed xylene | ||||
| Total xylenes + ethylbenzene | % wt | 95 | – | ASTM D5917 |
| Colour | Pt-Co | – | 20 | ASTM D1209 |
| Distillation range | °C | – | 5 | ASTM D850 |
Typical values based on ASTM D5136 · D841 · D5211. The binding specification for each cargo is the certificate of analysis issued at loading. Custom specifications are available on request.
Storing Aromatics
Tanks: Store in clean stainless or coated carbon-steel tanks with nitrogen blanketing where purity matters.
Fire safety: Flammable and harmful vapours: earth equipment, ventilate well and use suitable PPE and respirators.
Purity: Keep products segregated and lines flushed to protect the purity specification.
Handling: Follow the safety data sheet for exposure limits and spill response.
How we ship Aromatics
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Aromatics: common questions
What is Aromatics?+
Aromatic solvents and feedstocks: para-xylene for PTA/polyester production, mixed xylene for solvents and isomerisation, and nitration-grade toluene for chemicals, solvents and blending.
What is Aromatics used for?+
Aromatics is mainly used for: pTA and polyester (PET) production; paints, coatings and solvent formulations; chemical intermediates (TDI, benzoic acid); gasoline octane blending.
Which standard does WGV's Aromatics meet?+
Supplied to ASTM D5136 (para-xylene), ASTM D5211 (mixed xylene) and ASTM D841 (toluene), with purity confirmed by gas chromatography.
How is Aromatics shipped?+
WGV Oil Trading ships Aromatics by tanker vessel, iso tanks or steel drums, on FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP terms. Every cargo is inspected at the load port by SGS, Intertek or an equivalent independent inspector.
How do I get a price for Aromatics?+
Send the quantity, destination port, preferred Incoterms and timing through the quote form on this page, by WhatsApp on +34 663 192 105, or by email to sales@wgvoiltrading.com. WGV Oil Trading replies with a written offer the same day. Payment is by documentary LC, SBLC or TT against documents.