Description
Toluene is a clear chemical with a strong and distinctive scent. Found in nature in a type of balsam tree called the tolu balsam, as well as in crude oil; toluene is also present in the environment as a result of its use as an additive in such products as nail polish, cigarettes, gasoline, dyes, perfume, explosives, paints and thinners, adhesives, and other manufactured goods.
Technical Data & MSDS
Toluene Technical Data
Toluene MSDS
| Product Name | Toluene |
|---|---|
| CAS# | 108-88-3 |
| Synonym | Toluol |
| Pack Size | Not available |
| Physical state and appearance | Liquid |
| Colour | Colourless |
| Odour | Aromatic |
| Vapour Pressure [hPa] 20°C | 29 |
| Flash point [°C] | 4 |
| Final boiling point [°C] | 110-111 |
| Auto-ignition temperature [°C] | >450 |
| Explosions limits – lower [%] | 1.2 |
| Explosions limits – upper [%] | 7 |
| Density | 0.817 g/cm3 |
| Solubility in water [g/100ml] | 0.5 |
