Toluene Extra Pure

 1. Basic Identification Attributes

• Chemical Name: Toluene
• CAS Number: 108-88-3
• HS Code: 2902.30.00
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₈
• Synonyms: Methylbenzene, Toluol, Phenylmethane

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

• Physical State: Liquid
• Color & Odor: Clear, colorless with sweet, aromatic odor
• Boiling Point: 110.6 °C
• Melting Point: −95 °C
• Density/Specific Gravity: ~0.8669 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• Solubility: Insoluble in water; miscible with alcohol, ether, benzene, and most organic solvents
• Vapor Pressure: ~22 mmHg at 20 °C
• Flash Point: ~4.4 °C (closed cup)
• Autoignition Temperature: 480 °C
• Viscosity: Low
• Refractive Index: 1.496 at 20 °C

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

• Hazard Class (GHS Classification):
   – Flammable liquid (Category 2)
  – Skin and eye irritant
  – Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child (Category 2)
  – Causes organ damage with prolonged exposure (Category 2)
• NFPA Ratings:
   – Health: 2
  – Flammability: 3
  – Reactivity: 0
• Exposure Limits:
   – OSHA PEL: 200 ppm
  – ACGIH TLV: 20 ppm
• Reactivity:
   – Stable under normal conditions
  – Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

• Storage Conditions:
   – Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, well-ventilated area
  – Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames
• Incompatible Materials:
   – Strong oxidizers, nitric acid, sulfuric acid
• Container Type:
   – Use approved flammable liquid containers (metal or HDPE)
• Shelf Life & Expiration Date:
   – Stable for 2–3 years under proper storage
• Special Handling Requirements:
   – Use under a fume hood
  – Ground all equipment during transfer to prevent static discharge

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

• Regulatory Status:
   – Listed under OSHA, REACH, EPA, and TSCA
  – Controlled as a hazardous air pollutant
• Transportation Restrictions:
   – UN Number: UN1294
  – Shipping Name: Toluene
  – Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)
  – Packing Group: II
• Waste Disposal Method:
   – Dispose as hazardous waste in accordance with local regulations

6. Environmental & Health Impact

• Ecotoxicity:
   – Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
• Persistence in Environment:
   – Volatile and moderately persistent in air and soil
• Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity:
   – Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC (Group 3)
• Biodegradability:
   – Biodegradable under aerobic conditions