Buy toluene (C7H8, methylbenzene, CAS 108-88-3) from Alliance Chemical in ACS Reagent and Technical grades, available in quarts through 55-gallon drums. Toluene is a fast-evaporating aromatic hydrocarbon solvent used in paint thinning, adhesives, printing inks, degreasing, resin and polymer processing, and chemical synthesis.
Products In This Collection
This collection includes toluene in ACS Reagent Grade (99.0–100.5% assay) and Technical Grade. Product availability, package size, and shipping method vary by grade and destination.
Common Applications
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Paint and coating thinning: Toluene dissolves and thins many paints, lacquers, enamels, and industrial coatings for spray and cleanup workflows.
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Adhesives and sealants: Used as a carrier solvent in contact cements, rubber cements, and sealant formulations.
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Degreasing and cleaning: Removes oils, greases, resins, and adhesive residues from parts and equipment.
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Chemical synthesis and lab use: ACS-grade toluene serves as a reaction solvent and feedstock in synthesis, extraction, and analytical workflows.
Grade & Selection Notes
Choose Technical Grade for industrial thinning, cleaning, and degreasing where trace impurities are acceptable. Choose ACS Reagent Grade for laboratory, synthesis, and analytical work that requires tightly controlled purity.
Safety & Handling
Toluene is a flammable liquid with harmful vapors. Use only with adequate ventilation, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame, and wear solvent-resistant PPE. Segregate from strong oxidizers. Review the Safety Data Sheets before use and follow your site-specific handling procedure.
Why Buy From Alliance Chemical
Most in-stock toluene orders ship in 1-2 business days using DOT-compliant packaging. SDS and lot-specific COA support are available.
Related: Hydrocarbons, Solvents, Xylene.
