[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_single_image image=”4386″ img_size=”full”][vc_custom_heading text=”What are Xylenes?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]Also known as dimethylbenzene or xylol, xylene is a chemical compound with the formula (CH3)2C6H4. The colorless chemical compound is either one of three isomers of dimethylbenzene. It can also be a combination of any of these. The chemical compound is a flammable liquid produced by either coal carbonization or catalytic reforming. At a concentration of as low as 0.08 to 3.7ppm in the air, you can smell the essential petrochemical.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”What is the Use of Xylene?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]The prevalent use for the colorless, sweet-smelling liquid is as a solvent produced from petroleum. Xylene is significant for printing, painting, leatherworks, and as an essential component in the rubber industries. Considered as one of the top 30 chemicals produced in the U.S. volume-wise, the substance is an essential compound in the production of plastics, gasoline and airplane fuel, chemicals, cleaning agent, synthetic fiber, and in the coating of fabrics and paper.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Is Xylene Dangerous?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]Xylene in drinking water is associated with various health issues, including headache, dizziness, nausea, and drowsiness. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, short-term exposure to xylene in drinking water may result in cognitive problems, balance issues, and difficulties with coordination. Long-term exposure to the substance above the Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL may lead to severe damages to the liver, kidneys, and central nervous system. In severe cases, the intake of xylene-contaminated drinking water may lead to death.[/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CukJCARNE8″][vc_custom_heading text=”How Do You Remove Xylene from Drinking Water?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]Since its regulation in 1992, treatment methods like granular activated carbon (GAC) were used to remove the chemical contaminant from the water source. Nowadays, most of the water filter systems incorporate granular activated carbon in their filter chambers to effectively eliminate impurities in the water. If you want to ensure safe and clean drinking water, you can do so by installing a reliable water filtration solution.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_widget_sidebar title=”List of Contaminants” sidebar_id=”cs-1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]