Toluene |
Synonyms & Trade Names Methyl benzene, Methyl benzol, Phenyl methane, Toluol |
CAS No. 108-88-3 |
RTECS No. XS5250000 |
DOT ID & Guide 1294 130 |
FormulaC6H5CH3 |
Conversion 1 ppm = 3.77 mg/m3 |
IDLH 500 ppm
See: 108883 |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 100 ppm (375 mg/m3) ST 150 ppm (560 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL†: TWA 200 ppm C 300 ppm 500 ppm (10-minute maximum peak) |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1500 , 1501 , 3800 , 4000;
OSHA 111
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a sweet, pungent, benzene-like odor. |
MW: 92.1 |
BP: 232°F |
FRZ: -139°F |
Sol(74°F): 0.07% |
VP: 21 mmHg |
IP: 8.82 eV |
Sp.Gr: 0.87 |
Fl.P: 40°F |
UEL: 7.1% |
LEL: 1.1% |
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| Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, nose; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), confusion, euphoria, dizziness, headache; dilated pupils, lacrimation (discharge of tears); anxiety, muscle fatigue, insomnia; paresthesia; dermatitis; liver, kidney damage |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidneys |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash promptly
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations NIOSH Up to 500 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator*
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0078 See MEDICAL TESTS: 0232 |
