Toluene

Toluene, also known as methylbenzene, is a versatile aromatic hydrocarbon with numerous industrial, commercial, and laboratory applications. It is a mono-substituted benzene derivative, consisting of a methyl group attached to a phenyl group. The main industrial production methods for toluene include the cumene process, isopropanol dehydrogenation, and fermentation.

Physical Property:

  • It is Colorless, clear liquid.
  • Toluene is Insoluble in water, miscible with organic solvents like alcohol, ether, acetone, etc.
  • It has low boiling Point and Highly flammable in nature.
  • It has Sweet, pungent, benzene-like odor.

 

Application:

  • Toluene is used in the production of paints, rubber, lacquers, glues, and adhesives.
  • It is used in nail polish removers and in the formulation of nail products.
  • Toluene is a common industrial solvent used in various applications like, Paints, lacquers, and thinners, Printing inks, Adhesives, Pharmaceuticals.
  • Toluene is used in laboratories as a solvent for chemical reactions and extractions.