CAS 108-88-3
Toluene
CAS 108-88-3C7H892.14 g/mol
Toluene is a vital aromatic hydrocarbon commonly used as a solvent and feedstock in various industries. Its significant role in the production of benzene through hydrodealkylation, as well as its application in paints, coatings, and adhesives due to its excellent solvent properties, makes it indispensable in the chemical sector. Toluene's distinct sweet-aromatic odor and its ability to dissolve diverse chemical compounds enhance its versatility across industries such as petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. In Kenya, the demand for Toluene is rising, driven by industrial growth and urbanization.
Main applicationHydrodealkylation — Produces benzene and xylene
Toluene's significance lies in its adaptability and essential role in a wide range of industrial processes. As both a solvent and a chemical feedstock, it supports the production of crucial compounds like benzene, TDI, and various resins. In East Africa, especially Kenya, the growing industrial landscape heightens the demand for Toluene, making reliable supply channels vital for continuous production and economic expansion.
Also known as
- Methylbenzene
- Phenylmethane
- Tol
- Anisen
- Toluol
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 172 KGS net weight drums.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 108-88-3
- Chemical formula
- C7H8
- Molecular weight
- 92.14 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Clear, colorless liquid
- Concentration
- ≥99%
Toluene, with the chemical formula C7H8, is a clear, colorless liquid known for its sweet-aromatic odor. It is less dense than water and insoluble in it, allowing it to float. In industrial settings, its primary applications include serving as a feedstock for synthesizing benzene, phenol, and toluene diisocyanate (TDI) for polyurethane production. Additionally, it is utilized as a solvent in paints, lacquers, and adhesives. When selecting Toluene, buyers must consider its grade and purity specifications according to their application needs. Standard commercial packaging typically offers 172 KGS net weight containers, thereby ensuring efficient transport and storage.
Delivery
Toluene is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Hydrodealkylation — Produces benzene and xylene
- Paints and Coatings — Acts as a solvent for viscosity control
- Adhesives — Enhances flow and application
- Petrochemical Syntheses — Produces TDI for polyurethanes
- Gasoline Additive — Functions as an octane booster
- Varnishes and Primers — Solves coating challenges
- Organic Synthesis — Facilitates synthesis of nitrotoluenes
- Packaging Adhesives — Provides solvent systems
- Niche Laboratory Use — Solvent for specialized materials
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Versatile solvent for diverse applications
- Enhances flow in paints and coatings
- Facilitates chemical synthesis processes
- Efficient in producing benzene and xylene
- Supports sustainable waste reduction
- Adaptable to the needs of various industries
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Toluene?
The CAS registry number for Toluene is 108-88-3. Its chemical formula is C7H8, with a molecular weight of 92.14 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Toluene?
Toluene is also referred to as Methylbenzene, Phenylmethane, Tol, Anisen and Toluol. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Toluene is supplied?
Toluene is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What concentration is Toluene supplied at?
Toluene is supplied at a concentration of ≥99%. Concentration and assay are separate figures: the concentration describes the strength of the material as supplied, and the certificate of analysis issued for your consignment carries the measured values for that batch.
What does Toluene look like?
Toluene is described as clear, colorless liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Toluene used for?
Common applications include hydrodealkylation — Produces benzene and xylene, paints and Coatings — Acts as a solvent for viscosity control, adhesives — Enhances flow and application, petrochemical Syntheses — Produces TDI for polyurethanes, gasoline Additive — Functions as an octane booster and varnishes and Primers — Solves coating challenges. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Toluene?
Toluene is supplied to the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Paints, Coatings & Inks, Oil, Gas & Energy and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Toluene available in?
Available in 172 KGS net weight drums. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
What is the HS code for Toluene?
Toluene is recorded against the EC number 203-625-9 and the HS customs code 2902.30.00.00. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.
Related to Toluene
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.Toluene | C6H5CH3 | CID 1140 - PubChempubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2.Tolueneen.wikipedia.org
- 3.bureau-industrial-transformation.jrc.ec.europa.eubureau-industrial-transformation.jrc.ec.europa.eu
- 4.Applications of toluene: where toluene is used in industrynaruservice.com
- 5.PRODUCTION, IMPORT/EXPORT, USE, AND DISPOSAL - Toxicological Profile for Toluene - NCBI Bookshelfncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6.Coatings & Adhesive Solutions – Solvents, Glycols, Specialty Chemicalsreddit.com
- 7.Industrial Solvents Now Available at Our Waller, TX Facilityreddit.com
- 8.Kenya Toluene Market (2025-2031) | Size & Revenue6wresearch.com
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