Toluene

Description

• Chemical Name: Toluene
• Chemical Formula: C7H8
• CAS Number: 108-88-3

Physical Properties

• Appearance: Colorless liquid
• Odor: Sweet, pungent odor
• Boiling Point: 110.6 °C (231.1 °F)
• Melting Point: -95 °C (-139 °F)
• Density: Approximately 0.866 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• Flash Point: 4.4 °C (39.9 °F)
• Vapor Pressure: 28 mmHg at 20 °C (68 °F)

Applications

• Solvent: Commonly used as a solvent for paints, paint thinners, adhesives, and coatings.
• Industrial Use: Used in the production of benzene, xylene, and other chemicals.
• Laboratory: Utilized in chemical analyses and synthesis.
• Fuel Additive: Sometimes used in high-octane fuels.