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Toluene CAS 108-88-3

Toluene (CAS 108-88-3, formula C7H8) is an industrial chemical with a molecular weight of about 92.14 g/mol. Its harmonised GHS classification carries the signal word Danger.

Identifiers

Name
Toluene
CAS number
108-88-3
CLP index number
601-021-00-3
EC number
203-625-9
Molecular formula
C7H8
Molecular weight
92.14 g/mol
Also known as
Methylbenzene, Toluol, Phenylmethane, Methyl benzene

GHS classification

Harmonised classification under the CLP Regulation (Annex VI), index number 601-021-00-3. Signal word: Danger.

Hazard classCodeStatement
Flammable liquidsH225Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Aspiration hazardH304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Skin corrosion/irritationH315Causes skin irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity, single exposureH336May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Reproductive toxicityH361dSuspected of damaging the unborn child.
Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposureH373May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Pictograms

Suppliers may classify additional hazards from their own data, so a supplier's Safety Data Sheet can list more than the harmonised entry.

Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, Annex VI, retrieved 2026-10-10. Confirm against the current consolidated text and your supplier's SDS before relying on it.

Creating a Safety Data Sheet for a product containing Toluene

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Toluene?
The CAS Registry Number of Toluene is 108-88-3.
What is the chemical formula of Toluene?
Toluene has the formula C7H8 and a molecular weight of about 92.14 g/mol.
What are the GHS hazards of Toluene?
Toluene carries the signal word Danger. Its harmonised hazard statements are H225, H304, H315, H336, H361d, H373: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.; May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.; Causes skin irritation.; May cause drowsiness or dizziness.; Suspected of damaging the unborn child.; May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure..
Which GHS pictograms apply to Toluene?
GHS02 (Flame), GHS07 (Exclamation mark), GHS08 (Health hazard).

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