Toluene PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C7H8
Molecular Weight:  92.14
CAS Number: 108-88-3

Properties

Vapour pressure 22 mmHg ( 20 °C), 26 mmHg ( 25 °C)
Autoignition temp. 997 °F
Explosion limit 7 %
Assay Purity >= 99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.496
B pt. 110-111 °C
M pt. -93°C
Density 0.865 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304,H315,H336,H361d,H373,H412
Precautionary Statement  P202 - P210 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29023000
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
It is widely used as an industrial solvent in paints coatings adhesives and inks and also as a raw material in the manufacture of chemicals such as benzene and explosives.

Purpose
Toluene serves as a solvent and chemical intermediate helping dissolve substances and enabling the production of various industrial and commercial products.

General Description
Toluene is a colorless volatile aromatic hydrocarbon with a sweet pungent odor consisting of a benzene ring attached to a methyl group.