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Toluene

Toluene is a colorless, water-insoluble, and substituted aromatic hydrocarbon with the smell of paint thinners. 

It is typically used in a mixture with other solvents and chemicals, such as paint pigments, thinners, metal cleaners, disinfectants, and adhesives.

What are the properties of toluene?

Following are the properties of toluene;

  • Toluene is a clear, colorless liquid.
  • It is insoluble in water.
  • It has a characteristic aromatic odor similar to paint thinners.
  • It is used as an industrial feedstock and a solvent.