Toluene

C₇H₈

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

Element Symbol Atoms Atomic Mass
Hydrogen H 8 1.0080
Carbon C 7 12.0110

Elemental Composition

H
Hydrogen ×8
8.8%
C
Carbon ×7
91.2%

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

Related Compounds

1,2-Dichloroethane

C₂H₄Cl₂

1,3-Butadiene

C₄H₆

1,4-Dioxane

C₄H₈O₂

1-Butanol

C₄H₁₀O

2-Propanol

C₃H₈O

Acetaldehyde

CH₃CHO

Acetamide

C₂H₅NO

Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

Acetone

(CH₃)₂CO

Acetonitrile

C₂H₃N

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).