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Toluene

CAS 108-88-3
EC 203-625-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Toluene
Product Code
T/2300/15, T/2300/15X, T/2300/17, T/2300/17X, T/2300/21, T/2300/25, T/2300/27, T/2300/PB15, T/2300/PB17, T/2300/DH25, T/2300/21RSS, T/2300/24RSS, T/2300/25RSS, T/2300/34RSS, T/2300/27RSS, T/2300/PC15
Chemical Name
Toluene
Synonyms
Tol; Methylbenzene

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
108-88-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-625-9 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119471310-51

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals. Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites. Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals. Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent. Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

manufacturer

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

manufacturer

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

01509 231166

Chemtrec US

(800) 424-9300

Chemtrec EU

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Repr. Cat. 2 H361
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315 Causes skin irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H361 Suspected of damaging the unborn child
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Toluene EC: 203-625-9 108-88-3 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing. Causes central nervous system depression: Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting. Risk of serious damage to the lungs (by aspiration).

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. If symptoms persist, call a physician. If skin irritation persists, call a physician. Treat symptomatically. Smallest quantities reaching the lungs through swallowing or subsequent vomiting may result in lung edema or pneumonia.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically. Smallest quantities reaching the lungs through swallowing or subsequent vomiting may result in lung edema or pneumonia.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Unsuitable media

Do not use water jetstream.

Specific hazards

Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Materials: inert absorbent material

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Viton (R). Breakthrough time: < 240 minutes (for 0.30 mm), 480 minutes (for 0.70 mm). Glove thickness: 0.30 mm, 0.70 mm. EU standard: EN 374. Glove comments: Permeation rate 68 g/cm2/min As tested under EN374-3 Determination of Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals. Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information) Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Eyes

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. For large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Organic gases and vapours filter Type A Brown conforming to EN14387. For small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask: Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted.

Skin/Body

Long sleeved clothing. Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information) Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Language Code
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Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Colorless
Colour
Colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
aromatic
Odor Threshold
1.74 ppm
Ph
No information available
Melting Point
-95 C / -139 F
Boiling Point
111 C / 231.8 F @ 760 mmHg
Flash Point
4 C / 39.2 F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
2.4 (Butyl acetate = 1.0)
Vapor Pressure
29 mbar @ 20 C
Vapor Density
3.1 (Air = 1.0)
Relative Density
0.866
Bulk Density
Not applicable Liquid
Density
0.866
Flammability
Highly flammable On basis of test data
Upper Explosive Limit
7 vol%
Lower Explosive Limit
1.2 vol%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
535 C / 995 F
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
No information available
Partition Coefficient
2.73
Solubility In Water
practically insoluble 0.5 g/L @ 20C
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
92.14
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0.6 mPa.s @ 20 C
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1. Toxicity

Ecotoxicity effects The product contains following substances which are hazardous for the environment. Contains a substance which is.: Toxic to aquatic organisms. | Component | Freshwater Fish | Water Flea | Freshwater Algae | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Toluene | 50-70 mg/L LC50 96 h 5-7 mg/L LC50 96 h 15-19 mg/L LC50 96 h 28 mg/L LC50 96 h 12 mg/L LC50 96 h | EC50: = 11.5 mg/L, 48h (Daphnia magna) EC50: 5.46 - 9.83 mg/L, 48h Static (Daphnia magna) | EC50: = 12.5 mg/L, 72h static (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) EC50: > 433 mg/L, 96h (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) | | Component | Microtox | M-Factor | | --- | --- | --- | | Toluene | EC50 = 19.7 mg/L 30 min | |

The product contains substances hazardous to the environment, specifically toxic to aquatic organisms.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Resistance Readily biodegradable Persistence is unlikely. Component | Degradability --- --- Toluene 108-88-3 (<=100) | 86% (20d) Degradation in sewage treatment plant Contains substances known to be hazardous to the environment or not degradable in waste water treatment plants.

The substance is readily biodegradable and persistence is unlikely. However, it contains substances that may be hazardous or not degradable in sewage treatment plants.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation is unlikely | Component | log Pow | Bioconcentration factor (BCF) | | --- | --- | --- | | Toluene | 2.73 | 90 |

Bioaccumulation is unlikely

12.4. Mobility in soil

The product contains volatile organic compounds (VOC) which will evaporate easily from all surfaces. Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil. The product is insoluble and floats on water. Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water solubility.

The product is not likely mobile in the environment due to low water solubility and its tendency to float on water.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT). Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

The substance is not considered to be PBT or vPvB.

12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties

Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

The product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.

12.7. Other adverse effects

Persistent Organic Pollutant This product does not contain any known or suspected substance Ozone Depletion Potential This product does not contain any known or suspected substance

The product does not contain any known or suspected persistent organic pollutants or ozone-depleting substances.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1294
Shipping Name
TOLUENE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

Take note of Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work. Take note of Directive 2000/39/EC establishing a first list of indicative occupational exposure limit values. Take note of Directive 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work. Take note of Dir 92/85/EC on the protection of pregnant and breastfeeding women at work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Toluene known by?

Toluene is also known as: Tol; Methylbenzene

What is the hazard signal word for Toluene?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Toluene?

Toluene is a liquid appearing as colorless with colorless color. It has aromatic odor.

What is the solubility of Toluene?

No information available

What is Toluene used for?

Laboratory chemicals. Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites. Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals. Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent. Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

What are the hazard statements for Toluene?

This substance has 7 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
  • H361: Suspected of damaging the unborn child
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What is the melting point of Toluene?

The melting point is -95 C / -139 F and the boiling point is 111 C / 231.8 F @ 760 mmHg.