Toluene
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Cite "Toluene"
Toluene. (n.d.). In Compound. Retrieved from /compound/toluene/
"Toluene." Compound, /compound/toluene/.
@misc{toluene, title={Toluene}, url={/compound/toluene/}}
IUPAC: Methylbenzene
CAS: 108-88-3
Overview
Toluene is a common aromatic solvent used in paints, thinners, and adhesives. It is also a major feedstock for producing TNT, benzene, and other chemicals.
Composition
Uses
- • Paint solvent
- • Chemical feedstock
- • TNT production
- • Adhesive solvent
Fun Facts
- ✦ Named after tolu balsam, from which it was first extracted in 1844
Safety
- ⚠ CNS depressant
- ⚠ Reproductive toxin
- ⚠ Flammable
Structure
SMILES
CC1=CC=CC=C1
Properties
- Type
- organic
- State
- liquid
- Molar Mass
- 92.14 g/mol
- Density
- 0.8670 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- -95.0 °C
- Boiling Point
- 110.6 °C
- Solubility
- 0.52 g/L at 20°C
Molecular Descriptors
- Exact Mass
- 92.0626
- XLogP
- 2.7
- TPSA
- 0.0 Ų
- H-Bond Donors
- 0
- H-Bond Acceptors
- 0
- Rotatable Bonds
- 0
- Heavy Atoms
- 7
- Complexity
- 42.0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toluene?
Toluene (C₇H₈) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Methylbenzene.
What is the molecular weight of Toluene?
Toluene has a molar mass of 92.14 g/mol.
What state is Toluene at room temperature?
Toluene is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Toluene organic or inorganic?
Toluene is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Toluene?
Toluene (C₇H₈) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C).