Toluene - 55 Gallon Drum

Toluene is a colorless, water-soluble, aromatic hydrocarbon. Raw Toluene is used to manufacture a large number of chemical intermediate substances.  Toluene is made up of 99.7% Toluene and a maximum of 0.03% Benzene.  Toluene alternative names are methylbenzene, toluol, and phenyl methane.  Toluene is produced during the process of making gasoline and is a by-products in the manufacture of styrene.

Toluene Benefits

• Dissolves many organic compounds
• Less toxic and safer on the environment
• Great substitute for Benzene

Toluene Applications

• Toluene can be found in several products including:
  • paints
  • paint thinners
  • silicone sealants
  • rubber
  • printing ink
  • adhesives
  • leather tanners
  • disinfectants
  • contact cement
  • and lacquers. 
• May also be used in the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and cosmetic products.