Toluene is used in the manufacture of paints, paint thinners, fingernail polish, lacquers, adhesives, and rubber, as well as in several printing and leather tanning operations.
Uses
It is widely used in industrial settings as a solvent.
Benefits
• Enables nail polishes, hardeners and lacquers to be applied smoothly
• Helps dissolve other substances
• Used in a wide range of industries
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
This product has applications across various industries.
Caution
Toluene is used in the manufacture of paints, paint thinners, fingernail polish, lacquers, adhesives, and rubber, as well as in several printing and leather tanning operations. Toluene, also known as methylbenzene, is a clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic sweet odour that is frequently employed as a solvent in industrial settings. It's also in several consumer items including paints, glues, and nail polish removers.
Toluene is found in crude oil and the tolu tree. It is also created during the production of gasoline and other fuels from crude oil, as well as during the production of coke, a form of coal-derived fuel used to make steel.