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Toluene,  also known as toluol, (IUPAC name, methylbenzene) is a benzene ring linked to one methyl group. It exists as a colorless liquid that is insoluble in water. Due to the presence of the methyl group, toluene is more reactive compared to benzene alone in the presence of electrophiles. Lab Grade chemicals do not meet any accepted quality or purity requirements such as the ACS Grade, the USP Grade, and the FCC Grade, despite their acceptable purity.
Toluene -
- Solvent, chemical synthesis
- Ingredient in paint-thinners, adhesives
- Fuel additive
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Product Information
| CAS | 108-88-3 |
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| Synonyms | Methylbenzene, Toluol, Phenylmethane, Methylbenzol, Toluen, Monomethyl benzene, Phenyl methane, Methyl-Benzene |
| Assay | Min. 99.7% |
| PubChem ID | 1140 |
| Grade | Lab Grade |
| Color | 0.1 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Colorless Liquid |
| Odor | Aromatic |
| Melting point | -135.4 °F (-93 °C) |
| Boiling Point | 231.8 °F (111 °C) |
| Vapor pressure | 29.1 hPa at 20 °C |
| Density | 0.865 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Auto-ignition temperature | 896 °F (480 °C) |
| Molecular formula | C7H8 |
| Molecular weight | 92.14 |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Flash Point | 39.2 °F (4.0 °C) |
| Residue after evaporation | Max 0.001% |
| Substances Darkened by Sulfuric Acid | Passes test |
| Sulfur Compounds | Max 0.003% (as S) |
| Vapor density | 3 |
| Water | 0.03% |
