Toluene is a high-purity aromatic hydrocarbon widely used as an industrial solvent and chemical intermediate. It is commonly utilized in paints, coatings, adhesives, inks, rubber processing, and chemical manufacturing industries where consistent quality, stable performance, and reliable processing characteristics are essential.
| Sr. No. | Parameter | Ref. Method | UoM | Specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | ASTM D 4176 (Visual) | -- | Clear liquid free of sediments or Haze |
| 2 | Colour | ASTM D 1209 | Pt-Co | 10 max. |
| 3 | Purity | ASTM D 2360 | wt. % | 99.8 min. |
| 4 | Specific gravity @15.5/15.5°C | ASTM D 4052 | -- | 0.870 - 0.874 |
| 5 | Cu Corrosion | ASTM D 849 | -- | To Pass |
| 6 | Acidity / Neutrality | ASTM D 847 | mg NaOH/100 ml | Neutral |
| 7 | Distillation 1 to 96 % | ASTM D 850 | ° C | Within 0.6 °C (including 110.6 °C) |
| 8 | Non Aromatic | ASTM D 2360 | wt. ppm | 2000 max. |
| 9 | Benzene | ASTM D 2360 | wt. ppm | 500 max. |
| 10 | Moisture | ASTM E 203 | wt. ppm | 500 max. |
