Toluene

Description

1. Product Overview

Toluene is a versatile aromatic hydrocarbon widely used as an industrial solvent and chemical intermediate. Renowned for its exceptional solvency and stability, it serves as a key raw material in the production of paints, coatings, adhesives, and synthetic chemicals. Its strategic importance stems from high demand across chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and petrochemical industries, where consistent quality and supply directly impact operational efficiency. Toluene’s balance of performance, cost-effectiveness, and reliability positions it as a critical component in global industrial supply chains.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: C₇H₈ (Methylbenzene)
• Purity Level / Grade: Industrial-grade ≥99.5%
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Liquid
  • Color: Colorless to pale yellow
  • Density: ~0.87 g/cm³ at 20°C
  • Boiling Point: 110.6°C
  • Flash Point: 4°C (closed cup)
• Packaging Options:
  • ISO tanks
  • 200L steel drums
  • Flexible intermediate bulk containers (IBC)
• Shelf Life: Stable under proper storage conditions for up to 24 months

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Primary Industries:
  • Chemical manufacturing
  • Petrochemical processing
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Paints, coatings, and adhesives
• Operational Use Cases:
  • Solvent for resins, paints, and inks
  • Intermediate in the production of benzene derivatives, TNT, and other chemicals
  • Cleaning and degreasing agent in industrial processes
• Performance Advantages:
  • High solvency power ensures efficient processing and product consistency
  • Low contamination risk compared to alternative solvents
  • Optimized cost-performance ratio for large-scale industrial use

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Strict batch testing ensures uniform chemical properties
• Supply Reliability: Global sourcing network with secured production capacity
• Logistics Capability: Flexible shipping options including bulk tankers, drums, and IBCs
• Price Competitiveness: Economical pricing for bulk industrial procurement
• Sustainability: Compliance with international environmental regulations
• Technical Support: Detailed safety data sheets (SDS) and handling guidelines provided

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity:
  • 20-foot container: ~20MT (ISO tank)
  • 40-foot container: ~25–26MT (ISO tank)

Toluene represents a strategically essential, high-performance solvent solution for industrial operations requiring reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in chemical processing.