Xenon
Also known as xenon atom, Xenon, compressed, XE
Key facts
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- Physical form
- Gas
- Melting point
- -111.8 °C
- Boiling point
- -108.1 °C
- Density
- 3.52 @ 109 °C
- Solubility
- Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 0.6 (very poor)
- HS code
- 280429
- Category
- Metals, alloys and elements
- UN number
- UN 2036

What is Xenon?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Xenon(0) is a monoatomic xenon.
Xenon is a chemical element with atomic number of 54 and heaviest stable noble gas.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- xenon
- CAS number
- 7440-63-3 CAS number cross-checked
- EC number
- 231-172-7
- Molecular formula
- Xe
- UNII
- 3H3U766W84
- MDL number
- MFCD00036280
- InChIKey
- FHNFHKCVQCLJFQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/Xe
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- [Xe]
Synonyms
- xenon atom
- Xenon, compressed
- XE
- Xenon (JAN)
- xenon dihydride
- xenon hydride
- Xenon element
- Atomic Xenon
- Element Xenon
- Element:Xenon
- Element-Xe
- Element:Xe
- Xenon (element)
- Xenon (atomic)
- Xe (element)
- Xenopure (TN)
- xenon(0)
- Xenon 99+%
- [Xe]
- 54Xe
- Xenon, >=99.995%
- Xenon, 99.99%, Messer(R) CANGas
- Xenon, refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquids)
- Xenon, compressed [UN2036] [Nonflammable gas]
- Xenon, refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquids) [UN2591] [Nonflammable gas]
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Physical form | Gasexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | -111.8 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | -108.1 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 3.52 @ 109 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 0.6 (very poor)exp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 131.29 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 131.9042 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 0calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 0 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 0calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 1calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H280Contains gas under pressure, may explode if heated.
- H281Contains refrigerated gas, may cause cryogenic burns or injury.
Precautionary statements (4)
- P282Wear cold insulating gloves and either face shield or eye protection.
- P336 + P317Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area. Get medical help.
- P403Store in a well-ventilated place.
- P410 + P403Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
- UN number
- UN 2036
- Transport hazard class
- 2.2
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Industries and functions
Pharmacological actions
- Anesthetics, Inhalation
Roles
- anti-obesity agent
- antidepressant
- antipsychotic agent
- cardiovascular drug
- central nervous system depressant
- central nervous system drug
- neuroprotective agent
- pharmaceutical
- protective agent
- psychotropic drug
- tranquilizing drug
Pharmacology
Xenon is a colorless, heavy, odorless noble gas element with atomic symbol Xe, atomic number 54, and atomic weight 131.3.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Xenon is traded under.
Rare gases, other
- Qatar * partner reported34.3%
- United States22.9%
- Algeria * partner reported6.8%
- China17.8%
- South Korea12.7%
- Germany9.4%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Xenon is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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