TOLUEN
Product information
CAS No.
108-88-3
EC No.
203-625-9
Summary formula
C₇H₈.
ADR
YES
Physical form
Colorless, transparent, flammable liquid with a characteristic odor.
Application
- Chemical raw material: Toluene is used as a raw material in the synthesis of many chemical compounds, such as benzene, xylenes and nitrotoluenes.
- Solvent: Due to its solvent properties, toluene is used in the paint and varnish industry, adhesives and in rubber production.
- Pharmaceutical industry: Toluene is used in the synthesis processes of some drugs and as a solvent in pharmaceutical formulations.